The Express Newspaper 1st June 2022

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Frank flies to success at nationals  P39 2022 queen, Danae Tosoni (centre) with princess Emma McDermott (left) and Miss Popularity Mischa Roy (right). PHOTO BY PETER ROY.

FESTIVAL'S SPECTACULAR RETURN

Hundreds of locals and visitors lined the streets of Dimbulah on Saturday for the return of the town's Lions Community Festival.

Families were a treated to a colourful display of floats in the much-loved downtown parade, before making their way to the park for a night of food, fun and glamour.

Live music, entertainment and food was the flavour of the evening that culminated with the crowing of the festival Queen and a spectacular fireworks display.

Danae Tosoni was crowned as this year's festival Queen, with Emma McDermott announced as Princess and Mischa Roy was chosen as Miss Personality. MORE PHOTOS PAGE 15

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BEING one of the most exciting Grade Six experiences at Mareeba State School, students spent their lunch and middle session enjoying some tea and cakes at their annual high tea. Students had the opportunity to dress up, with prizes for best dressed and fanciest hat.

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Hope remains for new route

BY RHYS THOMAS

HOPE for an alternative road linking Mareeba and Cairns has not been extinguished with Member for Leichhardt Warren Entsch willing to carry the torch and vowing to continue the fight and push the Federal Government to commit to a business case study on alternative routes.

Prior to the federal election, former Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Barnaby Joyce travelled to Mareeba to pledge $11 million for a business case study into proposed alternative routes.

The Reddicliffe Highway Steering Committee and a representative pushing the Saddle Mountain Road option were both given a hearing by Mr Joyce.

By comparison, Labor pledged a $210m safety upgrade plan for the Kuranda Range Road which included lane widening, additional guard rails and more, but there was an absence of any commitment to alternative access.

Mr Entsch said he planned to appeal to the Labor Government to use $11 million of its pledge to fund a business case study into alternative routes to link the Tablelands to the coast.

Meanwhile returning Kennedy MP Bob Katter has remained firm on his Bridle Track proposal and would “fight” Labor’s decision to widen the Kuranda Range Road.

Mr Entsch is no stranger to the Opposition bench, serving as the chief opposition officer during the hung Gil-

lard Government from 2010-2013.

During this time, Mr Entsch said he grew to understand the value of working with both parties to get things done and vowed to continue to fight to get a business case study done and a potential alternative route costed.

“In relation to the alternative route there is no other option, they did not commit to an alternative, they put $210m into safety on the existing route – that does not fix the problem,” Mr Entsch said.

“I am more than happy to sit down with them and say, ‘you have got $210m committed, give us $11m of that, get $11m off the State and let’s get into the work and get the engineering and costing into an alternative done’.

“Taking $11m out of $210m for a safety commitment for the Kuranda Range is not going to be a problem, that money is not going to spent too soon.

“Let us get this thing done, let us get it costed and have it ready to go as an election commitment in relation to the initial funding for the next federal election in 2025.”

FNQROC chair Michael Kerr said the pledge for the business case study falling through was disheartening however they will continue to fight for a study to be done.

“It’s disappointing, however our focus is on the future and seeking a commitment from both current State and Federal Governments to undertake this,” he said.

“We will continue advocating for

a solution to the efficiency (B-Double access) and capacity issues of this corridor.

“We are currently in Brisbane meeting with State Ministers and Shadow Ministers and this is one of our key discussion points – we will also continue our advocacy on this at the Federal level.”

A revision of FNQ Regional Plan remains on the table and FNQROC has been advised by Deputy Queensland Premier Steven Miles that a revision will take place in August.

A changing of the parliamentarian guard has not deterred Reddicliffe Committee member Ken Harley and his associates from pushing their highway proposal.

Mr Harley firmly believes that it does not matter who is in government, the Kuranda Range Road is an issue and must be addressed.

“If you have got a leaky water tank you fix the leak, it does not matter who owns the farm – it does not matter who is in government, this road is an issue,” he said.

“Collect all the facts and get them all together and you will discover that the existing Kuranda route just will not work – it is not working now it will not work for the future – that is a fact you cannot get around.

“Parliament may have changed but the problem is still there, it needs to be fixed and it needs to be fixed urgently.”

Mr Harley and the committee have decided to “let the dust settle” before pushing their proposal further.

Mareeba Deputy Mayor Kevin Davies reads “Family Tree” to young Nickolas who turns two in August.

It's time for a story COUNCILLORS from Mareeba Shire were given a special honour last week when they took part in Simultaneous Story Time at three libraries.

This is the 22nd year Simultaneous Story Time has made its way to libraries and schools across the country, with children sitting down to read the same book at the same time.

This year, “Family Tree” by Josh Pyke was chosen as the book to be shared, with Deputy Mayor Cr Kevin

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Cr Davies said he enjoyed the company of the young kids, taking the time to read about a heartfelt celebration of family, community, and the seasons of life to cherish and share.

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Bid to protect mango tree

BY ROBYN HOLMES AN application to list the last remaining mango tree in Byrnes Street with the Queensland Heritage Register is being submitted by the great grandson of the man who planted it more than 80 years ago.

History buff Michael Musumeci has started the application process which he hopes will result in the tree being protected for future generations.

While the tree, located in the median strip at the intersection of Hort and Byrnes Streets, is not under immediate threat, the recent changes to the main street has prompted Mr Musumeci to act as there is no guarantee that a future council would not remove the tree.

According to Mr Musumeci, the tree was planted by his great grandfather, Rex Connelly, who is considered as one of Mareeba’s pioneers.

“The tree not only has a rich cultural history for my family but also because my great grandfather planted this iconic tree for a sign

of friendship to all within the community,” he said.

“It is believed the tree was to bear fruit for the children and continue like all the others, that have now been removed, to create shade and be a part of the beautiful scenic look these trees could give to the visitor and locals.

“The tree was also a sign of friendship between the many cultures of people who lived and worked within the township and it was to also be a beacon of peace and tranquillity for all who sat under it and enjoyed the tree for what it is.

“Many years ago, Byrnes Street wasn’t so stringent with bitumen, white painted lanes, lines and grassed concrete edges.

“The centre trees at the time were subjected to goats that would roam the streets of Mareeba and, of course, some drivers’ antics were also a concern, but this tree somehow survived all that.

“These days many of the iconic large trees that stood proudly making our township one of the shadiest and the envy to our visitors are

all but long gone - victims to ‘progress’ and the way our towns have embraced the concrete and bitumen worlds of traffic management.”

Mr Musumeci is pleading with the heritage register to protect the tree and has explained the history in a detailed application.

“I am pleading for this tree to remain standing and represent all of the Mareeba pioneers for their fortitude and a sign of thanks from them to the people of Mareeba today,” he wrote.

“This tree is the last remaining original landmark of the pioneer times, when the main street was an unsealed roadway that carriage and horses would transport people.

“The Mareeba history beckons to be told.

A town that sadly has not been able to spend funds on its rich history via information boards, or historical telling, as the town has gone through many ups and downs.

“This tree does that and has lived through the ups and downs and deserves to remain standing free from threat of removal in the future.”

The mango tree in Byrnes Street which is the subject of an application to the Queensland Heritage Register.

Family dedicated to building a strong community IN the early 1920s, Rex Connelly (pictured) with his wife Murial Ivy and children Mary and Rex Jr “Buzz”, lived at 311 Byrnes Street for many years.

Ivy worked at the Mareeba Hospital, and their children grew up and also worked in Mareeba. A pioneer family, just like many other families that struggled and did it hard all through their lives.

Money wasn't the greatest asset but building a strong community was. Rex founded the Mareeba Tennis Club and worked as a locomotive driver at the railway.

He spanned a career with the railway and was a member of many committees and community groups within the township to ensure Mareeba was growing and progressing.

In the 1940s, he was also a member of the local militia and billeted his home to serving American and Australian servicemen during the Second World War. His house still stands to this day.

After the war, Mary (daughter to Rex) married Jack Howe in 1946, an Australian Army Sergeant.

Jack, who did two tours in New

Guinea during the war years, later settled in Mareeba and was a staunch RSL and community member. In 1953, tragedy struck when Rex Jr “Buzz” with the drowned in the Barron River in Kuranda after suffering a cramp whilst swimming.

The Connelly family dedicated their lives to Mareeba and are all buried in our Pioneer cemetery.

Lake re-opened after croc closure

NEW signs have been erected to warn visitors of the presence of freshwater crocodiles in Lake Eacham after the popular swimming hole was closed for two days last week following a complaint to local rangers about one of the animals.

Swimmers at Lake Eacham were met with yellow tape last Tuesday when rangers closed the lake to investigate the complaint that a person was allegedly harassed by a crocodile and consider whether it warranted removal.

The crater lake was re-opened on Thursday.

A Department of Environment and Science spokesperson said rangers would continue to patrol the area over the coming weeks and continue to assess the crocodiles’ behaviours.

“Rangers closed Lake Eacham that day as a precaution, and will patrol over the next few

weeks,” the spokesperson said.

“Wildlife officers assessed the freshwater crocodile’s reported change in behaviour at night and during the day to determine if it needed to be removed.

“When approached by wildlife officers (last Tuesday night), the crocodile rapidly moved away which is normal behaviour for these animals.

“Freshwater crocodiles are smaller and much less aggressive than estuarine crocodiles and the animal in Lake Eacham has historically avoided areas where people recreate.”

Rangers have erected signs around Lake Eacham to remind visitors of the crocodiles’ presence in the lake and believe the crocodile reportedly causing an issue has lived in the lake for the last 15 years.

Disruption to surgery schedule TABLELANDERS waiting for some non-urgent elective surgeries will have to wait a bit longer after Queensland Health announced some procedures will have to be re-scheduled due to a critical world-wide shortage of contrast solutions required for a range of medical imaging.

The iodinated solutions are used in computerised tomography (CT) scans and other imaging such as angiography, which supports diagnosis and ongoing treatment for a range of conditions, including narrowed or blocked arteries.

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The disruption is due to supply chain issues related to Covid lockdowns in Shanghai, where the supplier’s production facility is situated.

Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Services executive director Kirstine SketcherBaker said the supply of the products Omnipaque (iohexol) and Visipaque (iodixanol) was not expected to be resolved until end of June.

Affected patients will be contacted by their treating hospitals to reschedule their procedures.

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Man charged after Auxiliary firefighters reach low levels Koah theft spree

JOIN US: Western command area commander Brad Flemming and Mareeba Station firefighters Darryl Chaplain, Jamie Elari, Mitchell Timmins and Phil Catling are encouraging Tablelanders to sign up as auxiliary firefighters.

BY RHYS THOMAS AUXILIARY firefighter numbers have reached critical levels on the Tablelands with some stations not having enough auxiliaries to fill a truck, leaving towns vulnerable and unprotected right before the region heads into the fire season.

While the lack of auxiliaries is a statewide issue, local stations such as Dimbulah, Millaa Millaa, Ravenshoe and even Cooktown are suffering from severely depleted auxiliary numbers.

Cooktown’s closest back up station is Mareeba, an estimated three-hour wait time for backup to arrive for fires in urban areas.

While there are rural fire brigades scattered around the region, they are not equipped with the training necessary to tackle urban fires.

Area commander of the western command Brad Fleming said it is paramount these areas have auxiliaries as they served as the first line of defence and quickest re-

sponse to fires and emergencies.

“We do not even have enough people to man one truck in some areas,” he said.

“In small towns it is absolutely paramount that we have auxiliary firefighters, they are the response for those towns.

“In places like Millaa Millaa and Ravenshoe where there is a very large distance between the next station, it is vitally important to have auxiliaries because the next responding vehicle could be half an hour away.

“Their ability to look after their own town for that first initial response is crucial.”

Before signing the paperwork and committing to becoming an auxiliary, hopeful applicants have the chance to meet the crews through drill nights and get a feel for firefighting before fully investing in the job.

“They can get a feel for it for a couple of weeks and see if it is actually for them,” Mr Flemming said.

“All parties can get a feel for each oth-

POLICE have charged a Mareeba man after he allegedly stole a motor bike, a vehicle, a wallet and whipper snipper from a Koah property.

It will be alleged the man stole the items about 11.30pm on 22 May. The vehicle was located on Lockwood Road, Mareeba after the man lost control and rolled the vehicle. It will further be alleged that he hid in bushland overnight before being sighted by local residents trespassing at about 12.20pm.

Police arrived a short time later and the man ran away when police attempted to arrest him but got tangled in a barbed wire fence.

It will also be alleged that when being lodged at Mareeba Watchhouse, a small bag of methamphetamine was located on the man.

The 36-year-old man will reappear in the Mareeba Magistrates Court on June 13, after being charged with two counts each of unlawful use of motor vehicle and stealing, one count each of fail to appear in accordance with undertaking, trespass, obstruct police, possess dangerous drugs and assault occasioning bodily harm.

er, that is the safest way that anyone can do this sort of stuff.”

As the region heads into the fire season, full-time firefighters will be stretched thin as they partake in hazard reduction burns and attending any possible bushfires that erupt during the season.

Having auxiliary firefighters available to fill their vacant spots where needed is vital to ensure the safety of communities on the Tablelands.

To become an auxiliary firefighter, at the minimum, applicants must have a manual C class license, be 18 years of age or older, an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have permanent residency and have employers written consent.

There is a potential career pathway beyond an auxiliary firefighter into becoming a full-time firefighter for those who enjoy the job.

Contact the western command area office on 4059 6802 to get more information about signing up as an auxiliary and which station you can be assigned to.

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Luke and Anthony Cabassi representing Cabassi Farming being presented the Award for Outstanding Champion Farm for Tableland Mill by Glen Park from Sugar Research Australia.

Sweet success for cane growers THE region’s premier producers of sugarcane were celebrated recently as Tableland Canegrowers hosted their productivity awards night.

Farmers from around the region contributing to both the Mossman Mill and the Tableland Mill gathered at the Mareeba Soccer Club last Wednesday night and reflected on the 2021 crushing season.

Outstanding farmers were honoured with awards

such as highest tonnage and champion farm during the night’s proceedings. The Kattenberg Farming Trust were dubbed the outstanding champion farm for the Mossman Mill while Cabassi Farming took home the same award for the Tableland Mill.

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Covid clinics close

AS Covid cases continue to drop in the Far North, Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Services (CHHHS) are shutting down PCR clinics in Mareeba, Atherton and Mossman.

As of 17 June, clinics will close their doors to patients as Rapid Antigen Tests become more accessible across the region which will allow quicker results.

CHHHS Executive Director for Covid response Dr Donna Goodman, said fever clinics were always a temporary measure and transitioning clinical expertise back to hospitals and frontline health services was always

part of the plan.

“When we opened our first fever clinic at Cairns Hospital in March 2020, shortly after we had our first case of Covid-19, we had no idea how long we would need to keep these clinics open,” she said. “More than 94 per cent of Far North Queenslanders are fully vaccinated, and the virus is widespread we are effectively living with Covid.”

Although clinic are closing, that doesn’t mean that PCR testing will completely disappear, with patients still able to book appointments at their local private pathology clinics.

Flu shot outbreak IN the midst of a severe Influenza A outbreak, locals are being urged to book a flu vaccination shot with their local GP and pharmacist for free.

Influenza cases are doubling in Queensland every week with more than 4000 cases already reported in 2022.

Tableland pharmacies such as Priceline Pharmacy in Mareeba and WholeLife Pharmacy and Wholefoods in Mareeba and Atherton provide flu shots to residents.

Mareeba Wholelife Pharmacy pharmacist Josh Klein said the recent influx of residents seeking to get their flu shots has not drastically changed their workload.

“We were pretty well set up from the Covid vaccines - it has been a bit busier but it is ok,” he said.

“Being informed prior would have helped but we were lucky that we had everything set up pretty well.

“It is busy but it is manageable, you try and book people in with quite a big window, 15 minutes, which is plenty of time to get everything done.”

The pharmacies now deliver the flu shots on top of Covid vaccines and boosters, Mr Klein estimates he delivers around 10 to 15 vaccines a day, the average number for a typical flu season.

Mareeba Wholelife Pharmacy and Healthfoods pharmacist Josh Klein is busy administering flu shots after the government’s recent announcement of free influenza A flu shots.

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MAREEBA Shire Councillors have called for patience as the changes to Byrnes Street take shape.

The comments came as council received and noted a petition signed by more than 1480 people calling for a broader long-term vision for Mareeba’s CBD. A report to council by chief executive officer Peter Franks noted that the petition was triggered by the commencement of works in Byrnes Street which had involved the removal “of some inappropriate trees to enable the replanting of more appropriate species” as set out in the Mareeba Shire Street Tree Master Plan.

The report showed two images depicting how the street is before the works started and what it would like after the project is completed.

However, Mr Franks acknowledged that a discussion about the future of the CBD could be part of the review of the Mareeba Shire Council Planning Scheme.

“The current Mareeba Shire Council Planning Scheme is now over the midpoint of its period of currency and Council will be undertaking a review of the current scheme. During this process there will be community consultation which will include the vision for Mareeba CBD,” he wrote.

While many residents have taken to social media to voice their disapproval of the removal or grass and some trees from Mareeba’s main street, some councillors said they had not heard directly from residents, either through email or by phone.

But they called for patience from the town’s citizens until the works are completed.

“Just let us finish it and see the final result,” Cr Lenore Wyatt told the meeting.

A flyer from council to businesses in Byrnes Street last week revealed additional works still to be done, including the planting of mature cycads in the central median strip opposite Middlemiss Street and irrigation and landscaping on the remaining central islands.

A number of street trees will be planted once the islands have had root barriers installed.

Turf will also be laid within those islands that will remain as a grassed surface.

In addition, protective fencing will be installed on the east side approaches to the pedestrian signals, as well as the replacement of rubbish bins along Byrnes Street to provide “a more consistent appearance”.

Cr Wyatt also addressed comments regarding the lack of street furniture in the main street, reminding businesses that they can place a seat or table and seat on the footpath outside their shop front for no cost.

“There have been comments about the lack of street furniture and people say they want more, but there is a provision already for business owners to put out seats and/or a table for free,” she said.

“We may not have promoted this enough so I wanted to remind businesses they have that choice.”

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On tip toes for a cause A TEAM of dancers from Mareeba Academy of Dance are clocking up their dancing hours in and outside of their class times in order to help raise money for the Ronald McDonald Foundation.

With majority of the girls knowing someone who has utilised Ronald McDonald housing, they are hoping to give back to the organisation, dancing every single day for the last week and collecting funds for the cause.

So far, the team have raised over $3500 worth of donations and danced over 3000 minutes, exceeding their goal of $1,120 significantly.

Dance director of Mareeba Academy of Dance Reagan Smith is very passionate about the cause, after spending many weeks in Ronald McDonald housing after her daughter Gia fell ill with leukemia.

“We are raising money for sick kids and their families who need to utilise the Ronald McDonald house when going to appoint-

ments,” she said.

“It is such a wonderful thing for our students to be doing at such a young age and they all know of someone who has had to use the Ronald McDonald house at some stage.

“Now they are giving back through dance, which is something they all love which makes its even more special and it makes me so proud as their teacher to watch the terrific work they are doing.”

Each dancer has set up a personal profile with their own individual goals which goes towards their overall team goal.

From walking up and down Byrnes Street with dance mum and one of the organisers of the fundraiser Jennifer Cook to putting on performances for their families, the team have found many ways to raise funds.

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The girls at Mareeba Academy for Dance are clocking up their dancing hours to raise money for the Ronald McDonald Foundation – a cause close to their hearts.

Poll reveals depth of doctor crisis

BY ROBYN HOLMES

A POLL conducted by Atherton Chamber of Commerce last week has revealed that more than 265 people have to wait for more than three weeks to see a doctor and 168 people say they have no access to a GP because practices will not take on new patients.

The results of the poll will be presented at a meeting this Wednesday between the chamber and the North Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN) which has engaged the services of expert health planning consultants to develop a workforce strategy and model of care for the region.

Access to a GP has been made worse by the imminent closure of a family medical centre in Atherton due to the practice’s longserving doctor going into retirement, with patients now scrambling to find a new GP. Meanwhile, hospital emergency departments are under pressure from people who cannot access a GP and can’t wait for 2-3 weeks to see a GP, with 269 respondents to survey indicating they are facing that situation.

Atherton Chamber president Bree Hargreaves conducted the poll on the Tablelands Unite Facebook page to gather information to inform the discussion with NQPHN. “Accessing healthcare on the Tablelands has been an issue for a long time and has only been made worse recently with not only Covid-19, but an ageing medical workforce and the increase in our population,” Ms Hargreaves said.

“We have amazing doctors on the Tablelands that are doing everything they can with the resources that they currently have

access to. “If only the solution was as simple as hiring a few more doctors, but it is more complex than that. Consideration must be given to affordable housing, our ageing population, transport, medical facilities, bulk billing and, of course, attracting new healthcare staff to our region.”

NQPHN chief executive officer Robin Whyte confirmed the organisation was undertaking a review of the challenges involved to access primary health care in the Tablelands local government area.

“Conducted by external workforce experts, the review will include an assessment of GP availability and bulk billing services,” she said.

“The review will also inform the development of workforce strategy and model of care which is tailored to local community needs.

As part of the review, NQPHN will be meeting with a range of stakeholders, including key service providers, over the coming weeks to gain their views on the challenges and possible solutions at a local level.

“We look forward to working with our stakeholders to assist Tablelands residents to receive quality healthcare, when and where they need it,” Ms Whyte said.

Respondents to the Tablelands FB survey left a barrage of comments describing their experiences, frustration and concern about the current situation which is also being felt in large urban centres like Cairns.

“Families that offer businesses and services, their children attending schools in the Atherton area will be forced to leave if they can’t access basic medical services,” Sharon Weller said.

“Offer doctors incentives to want to establish a business or work in the area. There are enough vacant commercial premises to offer them something!

“It’s ridiculous that we can’t find a doctor except to drive a four-hour round trip to Cairns with a sick child or adult – this would be the main reason we would consider leaving the area.”

Some respondents described the GP crisis as “crazy” and want the government to step up to provide appropriate access to doctors.

“The hospital just has not the capacity to take on a whole community that cannot access a doctor for things like immediate care such as antibiotics for chest infections etc – if you need antibiotics you need them practically on that day, one just can't wait three weeks or wait till they have double pneumonia and call an ambulance,” Ianthe Lycos commented.

“This is crazy – it's like we are becoming a third world country. Australia needs a National Health Scheme like the UK. If a private medical centre has to close down, then it's the responsibility of the government to provide a public medical centre to replace that loss.

“It's the government’s responsibility to provide appropriate health care for its citizens and this is one good reason why I voted for Labor (at the Federal election) because if health care becomes a neo-liberal privatised business enterprise, Australia is doomed to become a place where only the wealthy are healthy.”

WHAT THEY SAID… “Had wonderful care for the last few decades unfortunately now they are closing the clinic, I now have no access to a doctor”.

“I am stuck as my doctor has retired. I’m on a disability pension and unsure of what happens next.”

“I've got a GP but my children don't. The GP won't take ‘new patients’ so I have to take them to the hospital if there's ever a problem and that's a lot more often then I need to see someone.”

“Yes, I have a doctor, although navigating an appointment with my particular doctor can be difficult, and the timeframe waiting for that appointment can be months away.”

“I haven’t seen a GP for 3.5 years since we moved here. I was able to get my husband into Malanda medical a couple of months ago because his needs are quite urgent.”

“A family medical centre dropped me from their books when l was absent for two years. As l had two of my doctors retire within 15 years and they would not accept me back into their fold when l had two full hip replacements.

Now I have to travel to Cairns if l’m sick.”

“On the books at a clinic but because no one was sick for a year or so they were super rude when I rang for an appointment then refused to book one with the doctor I normally see.

I waited 4 weeks for an appointment with a fill-in doctor.”

“I had to argue with my GP to get her to see my daughter.

We have been here three years and it was the first time she had needed to be seen by a GP.” “I'm not sure if this poll will correctly reflect how dire the situation is ... we moved here over a year ago and even after I fell down stairs and hurt myself badly (but not bad enough to be emergency and call an ambulance) I was still turned away from every GP. I see posts daily from new families moving here not just on this page but others looking for a GP only to be told there is none, and like us even people who have been here 2 years, 3years, 5years, more? Have not been able to get "on the books" of a local GP.” “After being part of the Alice Street clinic for 30 years, I was dropped, now travel 2.5 hours each way to Cairns for a doctor.”

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Ladies set to lead Rotary

Mike Brzozowski awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship to Yungaburra resident Sue Fairley as his last official duty as president.

C A R R I N G T O N H O T E L

AN all-female executive has taken the reins of the Rotary Club of Atherton as part of club’s recent Changeover lunch.

Outgoing president Mike Brzozowski, who has been in the chair for the past two tumultuous years, handed over the reins to Leigh Woltmann who welcomed Glenda Smith as secretary and Pauline Spackman as treasurer for the next year.

This marks the first time since the inception of the club in 1947 that Atherton Rotary will have an all-female executive.

As his last official duty, Mike had the very pleasant task of awarding a Paul Harris Fellowship, Rotary’s highest accolade, to well-known Yungaburra resident Sue Fairley in recognition of the incredible work and support that she has given, not just to Rotary but to so many community organisations around the Tablelands area over many years.

The new board of directors for Atherton Rotary – (from left) Mike Brzozowski, Anne Hoyal, Bronwyn Snowdon, Glenda Smith, Pauline Spackman and Leigh Woltmann

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Running from 10am to 2pm, the day will consist of short speeches, a morning tea and talks with landholders on their own experiences with revegetation projects on the Tablelands.

TREAT is a volunteer driven reforestation organisation based on the Atherton Tablelands that service the surrounding unique rainforest areas with reforestation and rainforest corridors.

TREAT president Angela McCaffrey is inviting locals to come along on and celebrate this milestone.

“TREAT was formed in 1982 with the aim of encouraging people to plant native rainforest trees to revegetate degraded land and create corridors for wildlife,” she said.

“TREAT’s close working relationship with QPWS is unique in Australia. In 2020-21, TREAT potted up 48,000 seedlings at the QPWS nursery.

“We have over 400 members and continue to welcome and support new tree planters.”

Some of TREAT’s revegetation projects include revegetation of Donaghy’s Corridor where more than 18,000 trees were planted along Toohey Creek and the revegetation of a 5km wildlife corridor along Peterson Creek.

Workshop to help prevent suicides IN a new initiative to help prevent suicides amongst locals in the area, ECHO Malanda is teaming up with Wellways.org to present free workshops that will help participants recognise the signs.

On 7 June, Jarrah Buckingham from Wellways will deliver free Question, Persuade, and Refer Gatekeeper Training for Suicide Prevention, designed to teach lay and professional “gatekeepers” the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to respond.

Bel Moore from Echo said

the workshops were a great opportunity for anyone, “as you never know what someone is going through and how they plan to cope”.

“We at ECHO are excited to host these workshops because it is important for people in all communities to have the capacity to respond to anyone at risk of suicide,” she said.

To book for the workshop, visit the Neighbourhood House Reception Desk or call or call 4096 6634. Workshops are limited to 15 participates each session.

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Grey nomads flock to region

BY RHYS THOMAS

MAREEBA is due to be packed to the brim as migrating southern visitors flee the bitter cold of Australia’s winter months, triggering the start of the annual grey nomads season on the Tablelands.

An annual Christmas in July celebration hosted at Mareeba’s Davies Park, draws nomads from across Australia to share in the weekend long festivities, with this year’s event due to be held on 22-24 July.

During the winter months, nomads inject much needed funds into local cafés and businesses as they fill their caravan with supplies for their travels.

Mareeba Chamber of Commerce president Joe Moro is welcoming the shire’s annual visitors.

“The grey nomads come in and they spend a lot of time in the area and they use Mareeba as a base,” he said.

“At the same time, they have been travelling a bit and they might need some repairs, personally we have seen a lot at Moro Auto Repairs.

“They inject a fair bit of money into the region and sometimes they hang around right up until it gets hot which is September-October – during that time they not only spend in Mareeba but in a lot of towns across the Tablelands.”

Tourism Atherton Tablelands chair Eddie Nye said grey nomads were a welcome sight around the region.

Unlike conventional tourists who spend their money at tourism-focused businesses, grey nomads act as an influx of temporary residents as they use and enjoy the same amenities as permanent residents.

“This time is incredibly beneficial to the community because grey nomads tend to stay longer in the area, their spend is spread out rather than the conventional trickle-down effect,” Mr Nye said.

“The grey nomads tend to spend more time in the community and the financial contribution to

“The grey nomads come in, they spend a lot of time in the area and they use Mareeba as a base”

that community is more direct – they are spending money at shops that your traditional tourist would not be going to.

“The industry has benefited off the grey nomads coming and spending an extended period of time here and they have been extremely beneficial to caravan parks – the longer they stay the more money and contribution they make to the community.”

An event that never fails to attract hundreds of nomads is the annual Christmas in July celebration at Mareeba’s Davies Park, and this year will be no different.

Christmas in July organiser Maureen Lane said people did not need to book for Christmas in July, with the grounds are open to anyone as long as they are a Campervan and Motorhome Club member.

“All the wheels are in motion, all the bands are booked for another successful Christmas in July,” she said.

“There is more money that comes into the town than people realise, the nomads support the towns that support them.

“The people who come into town, they have still got to live, so they get their fuel, beverages, food.

“When we travel as well, we may need a new tyre as we have punctured a tyre, so you still need to maintain your vehicle.”

The grounds at Davies Park and other areas of the Mareeba Shire will be overflowing with caravans and motorhomes as they prepare for their Christmas celebrations in Mareeba and further travels.

Mick and Leanne Sucevic are travelling to Cape York with Cathie and John Karrasch, using Mareeba as their staging pad as they tackle the tip.

Mareeba gateway for travellers MICK and Leanne Sucevic have travelled with Cathie and John Karrasch through three states to arrive in Mareeba in preparation to tackle Cape York’s “unconquered territory”.

The caravanning couples hail from Melbourne and spent recent days in RV-friendly Mareeba, staying at Kerribee Park as they stock up on gear and supplies before their trip north.

Mick, an experienced caravaner and traveller, has caravanned in every State bar Queensland and NSW and now, he plans to visit the tip.

Before setting off on their travels, the couples budgeted for rising fuel prices and expected to be paying upwards of $2 a litre in some areas.

What they did not account for however, was the extra kilometres they needed to travel due to the floods in southern parts of Queensland.

Now safely in Mareeba, the couples are using the town as their home base as they refuel, resupply and enjoy the area before heading north.

“This place (Keribee Park) just sets it apart from a lot of other places,” Mick said. “We budgeted for fuel prices, it was pretty high in Victoria but we did not budget for was the extra kilometres because of all the flooding.

“Businesses here will be happy to know that we will be fuelling up here and taking extra up with us, so we are trying to support the local community.”

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3pm-6pm | Tuesday 31st May Arnold Park, Mareeba Qld

Join us for this Community Education Day! Meet Deadly Choices Ambassador and NRL Star Tyrone Roberts, and yarn about all things tobacco.

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Product launch puts NQ coffee on the map

BY SALLY TURLEY THE Australian coffee industry has taken a giant step forward, with the launch of the country's first Australian-sourced, single origin, cold brew coffee, flagging the global quality of our domestically grown Arabica beans.

Boasting notes of macadamia and mandarin with a milk chocolate finish and naming Australia and more specifically “Atherton, Queensland” as the product's birthplace, the new iced coffee drink is now available nationwide through Woolworths.

In a market first, award-winning Perth-based boutique coffee maker, Hunt and Brew, signed off on a 10-tonne per year purchase deal, with prominent Tableland horticultural family business Howe Farming Enterprises.

Senior Hunt and Brew Brand manager Emily Creer said the company, which has a $9 million a year turnover, “circled the globe hunting” for the best beans the world had to offer.

“Previously we have based our brews on beans imported from Columbia, Honduras, Brazil and Peru,” she said.

“But the pandemic has heightened Australian business and consumer desire to source locally.

“We set ourselves a challenge to hunt for Australian coffee beans, and we were ecstatic to discover this world-class crop growing in our own backyard.

“We aimed to elevate the standard of our cold brew coffee range to a point where we could consistently deliver single origin, cafe quality, iced coffee to every day consumers in their daily lives.”

Ms Creer said the arrangement with Howe Farming allowed the company to achieve not only that goal, but to support a fellow Australian business and “dramatically reduce our food miles”, while simultaneously putting Far North Queensland coffee producers firmly on the nation's map.

“The deal makes so much sense, I can't believe another company didn't beat us to it,” she said.

In an innovative move acknowledging the power of social media in the choices made by followers of the cafe culture, Hunt and Brew flew selected “influencers” from Sydney and Perth to Cairns to introduce them to their new product at its point of origin.

Howe Farming general manager Kim Mastin

Godfrey Farm manager, Bill Price (left), coffee grower Vitaliy Krutikov (back of buggy), Hunt and Brew brand manager Emily Creer, Howe Farming general manager Kim Mastin, managing director Dennis Howe, administration officer, Thomaz Charuk and Woolworth’s manager for dairy products, Lang Juckes at the launch.

said they were excited to partner with Hunt and Brew in such a positive relationship.

“It makes us feel part of something big, that has the potential to be much bigger,” she said.

“We were very lucky to be included in this opportunity. It came to us through Lucy Stocker, a boutique coffee grower and owner of Crater Mountain Coffee, outside Atherton.

“Hunt and Brew have already perfected what they do and knew what they wanted. They believed we suited their model, as we were in a position to supply both the quality and quantity of beans they needed on demand each year.”.

Known already for their own branded article, “Coffee with Altitude”, Howe Farming ventured into coffee production back in 2002 to increase

their diversity, when Queensland banana markets were under threat from imported fruit.

“We had just bought the Walkamin block and decided to trial growing coffee there,” Dennis Howe said.

“We knew its 550-metre elevation and its soils would suit coffee and it grew well there, requiring minimal treatment with herbicides.

“We now have around 4,000 established coffee trees on just under 70ha, which represents nearly 4.5 per cent of our 1620ha of farming land.

“We have been producing bananas, avocadoes, sugar cane and blueberries for 40 years across the Tablelands.

“On the back of the success of this deal and considering the growth in demand for the lower caf-

feine, medium bodied, sweeter chocolate and nutty flavoured beans produced in Australia, we plan to doze out some of our avocado trees and increase the area under coffee production in the near future.”

Hunt and Brew has partnered with world-renowned Philippines-based artist, Kerby Rosanes, to design a series of hand drawn illustrations of the dominant hunter of each of the world's coffee growing regions for the label of that country's brew.

The iconic northern Australian crocodile has been chosen to feature on the label of the Atherton release, making it easily identifiable in refrigerator shelves.

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Councillor Update Mareeba Shire Council Deputy Mayor Kevin Davies I am pleased to provide an update to residents and ratepayers on some of the latest news from Council.

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Mareeba Shire Councillors will be hosting a series of Councillor Community Forums across the Shire during July. All residents are invited to attend these sessions where Councillors will update the community on Council priorities. There will be time for residents to chat to individual Councillors.

All of the relevant information will be made available ahead of the forums.

This is a great chance for community and Councillors to come together in an informal setting to discuss important matters.

Great Wheelbarrow Race It was a great privilege to be a part of the Great Wheelbarrow Race which returned to the Shire on Friday, 20 May 2022! On behalf of Mareeba Shire Council, I would like to acknowledge all of the volunteers, sponsors and contributors who made the event a great success.

We have received great feedback from the participants and know that many great memories were made across the weekend.

After a 2-year pause due to COVID, Council & the Great Wheelbarrow Race Committee were committed to ensuring that the Race returned in 2022, and we look forward to 2023 being bigger and better than ever before.

a group of mates, grab a wheelbarrow and start preparing to experience a race like no other.

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These platforms are a great way to share information and we invite you to follow us on your favourite social channel to stay in the loop.

This event contributes to the social and economic fabric of the Shire, and the small communities along the Wheelbarrow Way reap significant benefits.

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Sisters, Shiralee McHardie of Atherton (L) and Tracey Stringer, Mt Isa (R) presented Vanessa Muir of Brisbane, Peter Cronin, Townsville and Jane English of Weipa, with tokens of the group’s appreciation for all the work they did organising the weekend.

Students reunite for top night at the Top Rail A GROUP of 30 revellers from all walks of life reunited for a formal dinner and a night of pampering, at The Top Rail restaurant in Malanda last Saturday to commemorate their 35-year Malanda High School reunion.

Travelling from Perth, Melbourne, Brisbane and all over Queensland, the graduating class of 1987 put in a big effort to get together for the weekend of celebration, that kicked off with a Friday night catch up at the Peeramon Hotel.

On Saturday morning, the group took a walk down memory lane and marvelled at the changes that had occurred during a guided tour of their old school. Many new classrooms catered for

the almost doubled population of students who now attended the sought-after institution.

Group spokesperson Jane English said the weekend “was a beautiful gathering of old school mates celebrating wonderful memories”.

“We had heaps of memorabilia on display, which caused us great embarrassment, but also delivered us loads of laughs.

“I am happy to report that though we have all gone our separate ways out in the world, none of us seem to have actually grown up.

“We still giggled like the young school kids we used to be, made a whole new set of memories together and just had the best weekend.”

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Long awaited nature play to open AFTER months of anticipation for a new nature play park in Malanda, Jack May Park will reopen for locals on Queensland day with something new and fun for anyone of any age or ability.

The all-abilities nature-based playground and is now the centrepiece of Malanda’s $564,000 redeveloped Jack May Park as well as a series of recent beautification projects.

Tablelands Regional Councillor Dave Bilney has been overseeing the beautification of Malanda since gaining his seat and believes this project will bring the community closer together.

He said as the population of Malanda continued to rise, there had been a demand for more family friendly assets to be installed.

“This is a fantastic community facility, and it is a great opportunity for our town,” he said.

“The Mareeba Chamber of Commerce were heavily involved in trying to create a family friendly space for the town and did lots of fundraising to get one, so when this funding came around, we thought we would use it to create the park.

“Jack May himself was the second longest serving shire clerk for the Eacham Shire.”

Local construction company Jade Creations has been working on the project since last year and is proud of the work they have

The Jack May Park upgrades will be opened on Queensland Day this weekend.

done to bring the park to life.

Manager Rob Clarkson knew his team had to get onboard the project as a way to give back to the Malanda community and give it a beautiful place for families and friends to come and spend time together.

“This project will increase the liveability of Malanda with another fantastic asset for local families to utilise as well as making it a destination for travellers and people from other towns to stop and enjoy,” he said.

“It’s given our family the opportunity to give back to the incredible Malanda community that supported us through our daughter Missy’s four-year-long battle with leukaemia that she unfortunately didn’t survive.

“Our whole team has enjoyed this project because of its diverse nature and challenging elements to construct and it will benefit local businesses and families alike.”

The redeveloped Jack May Park will be open on 5 June to mark Queensland Day to host the Malanda Chamber of Commerce’s Family Fun Day. The project is a $564,500 capital works project funded by the Australian Government under the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program and TRC.

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New plan for iconic Millaa Millaa Falls

BY ROBYN HOLMES

ONE of the region’s flagship tourist destinations will be the focus of a new plan aimed at improving facilities and the experience of visitors.

Millaa Millaa Falls was the subject of extensive community consultation late last year to enable Tablelands Regional Council to identify why people visit the area and what they thought of the experience; what facilities needed upgrading or to be provided; and what other things can be done to boost visitation to the town.

A survey undertaken over three months also included a question on whether visitors would be prepared to pay an entry fee which was rejected by 67 per cent of respondents.

The survey revealed the majority of respondents thought the falls were “amazing” due to its natural beauty but improvements were needed for

parking, toilet facilities and changerooms, as well as signage.

Respondents also wanted to be able to buy food or drinks at the falls.

In a report to last week’s meeting, council officers advised that priority should be given to the amenities block at the site as part of a broader precinct improvement plan which would also consider whether the amenities block should be relocated.

“The current amenities at Millaa Millaa Falls are not appropriate for the site, given its flagship status and volume of annual visitors,” the report stated.

The plan will include:  An assessment of the carpark capacity and consider whether it should be located off site  A signage audit including highway and directional signs, entry signage and interpretive signage

 A safety audit of the car park and toilet area and recommendations to improve safety which may include gates, lighting, and opening and closing times  An audit of the current park infrastructure including heritage-listed change rooms, shelters, bollards, bins, seats, viewing platform rails  An audit of access stairways from the car park to the site and to the swimming area and,  Whether works are required to ensure the site is safe for visitors in relation to risks associated with rocks and trees.

The plan will also consider the viability of access to Millaa Millaa Falls via a walking track from Millaa Millaa’s Main Street, with comments collected by the consultation highlighting the need for connectivity to the town as way of boosting the economic benefits to local businesses.

“The overall objective of the plan is to enhance

and maintain this strategic natural asset for current and future use that will enhance tourism and economic outcomes, improve the visitor experience and provide increased accessibility opportunities,” the report stated.

Councill will then have a detailed, fully-costed improvement plan and will also consider how the project outcomes could be transferable to the broader waterfall circuit including Ellinjaa and Zillie Falls.

Officers advised that there was $30,000 allocated in this year’s budget to deliver the septic system review of the amenities block at Millaa Millaa Falls and $40,000 earmarked in the 2022/23 capital budget for the engineering design of the toilet block.

The 2023/24 capital program proposes $550,000 for construction and upgrade to the toilet amenities.

Pope’s delegate visits schools POPE Francis’s delegate Archbishop Charles Balvo has visited local Catholic schools as one of his first official duties in the position of the Nuncio.

Appointed to the role of Nuncio last year, Archbishop Balvo is the representative of the Vatican and the Pope in Australia.

Being hosted by St Stephen Catholic College and St Thomas’ of Villanova Primary School, Archbishop Balvo was interested in meeting the students and sharing his experiences as the Nuncio of Australia.

He said he was impressed by the curiosity and awe of students, in particularly one Grade 5 child.

“When visiting a Year 5 classroom, a student asked if I had met the Pope,” Archbishop Balvo said.

“I said ‘yes’ and smiled.”

St Stephens principal Kerry Manders was proud of the Archbishop’s interest in

the school even though it resides in such a small area.

She said she encouraged him to come back to the school at any time and was thankful for such an opportunity to meet him.

“He was most interested in meeting students and staff and also enjoyed visiting the exceptional school facilities,” she said.

“It was great recognition of our school community and an acknowledgement of the important role we play in Catholic education in the Diocese.

“Archbishop Balvo's visit, and his interest in our school, reflects the value and importance that is placed on Catholic education in regional areas.

“Although we are situated in a smaller community, we have state-of-the-art facilities, incredibly passionate teachers, and our students achieve great outcomes.”

The Pope’s delegate Archbishop, Charles Balvo, recently visited St Stephen’s and St Thomas’ schools in Mareeba to chat to students and learn about the facilities and opportunities they offer.

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Yungaburra Community Rotunda opening SUNDAY 29 MAY

Hotshots Big Band were part of the entertainment program.

Nick Day and his daughter Evie.

OPEN: Tablelands Regional Council Mayor Rod Marti, Cr David Clifton, Marilyn Evans and Sue Fairley officially opened the new rotunda.

John Todd entertained the crowd.

Ken McLennan plays at the opening event.

Traditional custodian Laurie Podmore.

MAREEBA SHIRE COUNCIL - COMMUNITY UPDATE GREAT WHEELBARROW RACE 2022 Wheelbarrow Way watchers were wowed with the return of the Bendigo Bank Great Wheelbarrow Race on 20 – 22 May 2022!

The gruelling race saw the return of some familiar faces and some new teams. With 25 teams competing, the Nudgee School Boys team was dethroned by Rusty Wheels. The 2022 winners of the categories were: Over 55s: Dad’s Army Schools: Tunes Squad Ladies: Wheelin’ For Willy Mixed: Rusty Wheels Social: HMAS Cairns Solo Female: Angela Willett Duo: We’ve Got The Runs Trio: Chaffing The Dream

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Councillor Locky Bensted, Chair of the Great Wheelbarrow Race Committee commended the participants and contributors for their part in making the race a success in the return year.

“We are delighted to have brought the Race back in 2022! It is fantastic to see the towns along the Wheelbarrow Way bustling for the weekend; and to hear the feedback from participants and support crew who have experienced a totally unique sense of camaraderie and fun in this incredible part of the world.”

Mareeba Shire Council acknowledges and thanks all of the volunteers, sponsors and contributors who made the event a great success.

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ELECTRIC ANTS IN THE MAREEBA SHIRE Electric Ants are just 1mm in size and left unchecked, electric ants will dominate the area, displacing our native insects and other wildlife.

Keep your eyes peeled for them while you get busy in the yard or better still, book a free yard check and the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) will come out and check for them.

The Kuranda area has been declared a ‘hot spot’ for electric ants, however, all residents of the Shire are encouraged to monitor for the species.

Information is available at: www.daf.qld.gov.au/anthunt, or take a look at the map of known areas at www.daf.qld.gov.au/electricantmap.

UPCOMING COUNCILLOR COMMUNITY FORUMS Mareeba Shire Councillors will be hosting a series of forums across the Shire during July. This is an opportunity for Councillors to update the community on Council priorities.

KURANDA & MAREEBA SEWERAGE PUMP STATION UPGRADES

Council has implemented a program to refurbish a number of minor sewerage pump stations in Mareeba and Kuranda following condition assessments on these important pieces of water infrastructure. During April a contractor commenced projects at three sites being at Thooree Street and Arara Street in Kuranda and Palm Close in Mareeba.

Work has also continued at the Granite Creek Sewage Pump Station in Mareeba.

Image: Thooree St pipework

Image: Granite Creek pump station

All residents are invited to come along and chat with the Councillors. Full details will be published in due course.

Visit Council's Customer Service Centres: 65 Rankin Street, Mareeba or 18-22 Arara Street, Kuranda

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Dimbulah Lions Community Festival Photographer Peter Roy captured all the fun of the downtown parade in Dimbulah on Saturday 28 May.

2022 Dimbulah Lions Festival Queen, Danae Tosoni.

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ENTERTAINMENT The greatest musicals of all time

ALL the great musicals that have graced stages around the world will be brought into an amazing spectacular to be staged at Cairns Performing Arts Centre next week.

The Musical Gala features an international cast who will bring the “world of musicals” to life when they perform over two nights on 9-10 June.

This incredible production will include all the favourite musical theatre hits such classics as The Lion King, Fiddler on the Roof, Mamma Mia,

We Will Rock You, The Mikado, The Pirates of Penzance, HMS Pinafore, The Phantom of the Opera, West Side Story, Cats, Evita, Wicked, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Greatest Showman, Jersey Boys, Oklahoma, South Pacific, Miss Saigon, The Boy from OZ, Hairspray, Les Misérables, and the Blues Brothers.

The World of Musicals is colourful, inspiring and memorable musical classics, all performed by an international

Show excitement builds

WITH Atherton Show just four weeks away, the community is getting excited about enjoying all the fun of the annual two-day event.

Organisers are gearing up for the show, which is being held on 27-28 June, and are already promoting some of the entertainment that will be on offer.

This year, attendees can get up close and personal with the fantastic dinosaurs from the Dinosaur Adventure Park bought to you by Lewis Gilmore Entertainment. The show also has various competitions that locals can nominate now for.

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star-studded cast, presenting the audience with nightly entertainment at the highest level.

“All the hits in one show” is the motto of this musical gala.

The World of the Musicals is a show for the entire family, so get ready to be enthralled and sing along to all your favourite and much-loved musicals in one unforgettable evening.

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New Australian drama hits the big screen THERE is another very special movie showing at the Majestic this weekend with the new Australian historical dramatic thriller, THE DROVER'S WIFE, directed by and starring the visionary Leah Purcell.

It portrays the legend of Molly Johnson, and has received critical acclaim and several awards.

The action drama in the true Tom Cruise style TOP GUN: MAVERICK, continues for another superb weekend.

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ENTERTAINMENT across the region

Rochelle Magro and Jono Bell got the meet “The Queen”.

The Royal Garden Party Saturday 28 May in the garden of Janice and Sam Adil’s in Mareeba to raise funds for the Mareeba Animal Refuge.

Janice Adil opened up her gardens at “Adilland” to host “Her Majesty” and all her royal subjects.

Lilli Geary, Sheyenne Geary and Jayden Lawrance awaiting the Queen’s arrival at the Royal Garden Party.

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Pina Bridson and Teagan Crawford showing off their beautiful dresses.

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ENTERTAINMENT AC/DC story set for centre stage IF you rocked to AC/DC in the 70s, 80s and 90s, then don’t miss out on the full theatre production of “The AC/DC Story” when it comes to Cairns Performing Arts Centre next month.

The AC/DC Story has been described as “like watching a live movie documentary” and features a live band in concert and the narrated biography of the world's greatest rock ‘n roll band AC/DC. In excess of 30 hits will be performed, as well as stories, photos and interviews with this iconic band, including narrated facts, photos, footage and moments AC/DC experienced on their rise to stardom.

This show is a must for any parent to fill in their children in rock history and will feature video screens, cannons, bells, and the Bon Scott and Brian Johnson eras.

Performed by the world touring AC/DC show band ACCA DACCA, this is the only AC/DC show given the tick of approval by the band itself.

The show will take the audience back in time to the early days of the band, from 1974 to the present day with hits like, “Can I Sit Next To You Girl”, “TNT”, “Long Way To The Top”, “Highway To Hell”, through to “Back In Black”, “Thunderstruck” and much more.

The show will be on offer for one night only on Thursday 28 July so for tickets, book through www.ticketlink. com.au

Towns to come alive with Queensland Day celebrations QUEENSLAND Day will be celebrated on the Tablelands with two events that offer family fun, a lot of laughter and some crazy competitions.

Ravenshoe and Malanda will host events to mark the State’s birthday on 6 June.

Ravenshoe will celebrate with a three-day festival will revolve around the town’s pony club where there will be sports competitions on Saturday, free pumpkin scones from 3pm, a demonstration of skills from local fire brigades, and then the Ravenshoe Community Bank Talent Quest from 6pm.

After the talent quest (from 8pm-10-30pm), the audience can sit back and enjoy some tunes from Dallas Steele and Annie Berg.

Sunday kicks off with 100 free bacon and egg rolls available at the pony club (beside the Memorial Rock) from 7.30am, followed by a number of hilarious games including the Highland Stump Chuck, the Longest Spud Peel, the Froggie Toss (using plastic frogs only), the Spud Dash and a few more ridiculous games.

To complete the weekend, on Monday there will be a gentle exercise program from 8am-9am at the pony club, followed by a nature walk from 9am.

In Malanda, the town’s chamber of commerce has joined with Echo Malanda to host a fun day in Jack May Park which features the brand new nature playground.

All the activities are planned between 10am and 3pm on Sunday 5 June and feature cane toad races at the hotel, sack races, face painting, a tug-of-war, thong throwing and three-legged races.

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Banana CEO calls it a day AUSTRALIAN Banana Growers’ Council chair Stephen Lowe has farewelled its chief executive officer Jim Pekin who is retiring after a decade in the role.

“Jim has been advocating for those who grow Australia’s favourite fruit for more than a decade,” Mr Lowe said.

“He was appointed in the role in the wake of Cyclone Yasi in 2011 and has worked tirelessly

on behalf of commercial banana growers since.”

Mr Lowe said Mr Pekin has successfully represented industry – through strategy and advocacy – on all banana industry issues for a decade.

“He will leave behind a remarkable legacy, particularly his key role in the management of TR4 in Queensland and the eradication of Banana Freckle in

the Northern Territory.

“He assisted the ABGC’s Board in the purchase of the first TR4 infested property in Queensland, to effectively contain and manage the spread of the disease.

“He then assisted in the development and implementation of an effective governmentfunded TR4 biosecurity program, that has helped protect industry from rapid spread of the disease since it was first detected in the Tully Valley in 2015.

“Jim has consistently advocated for better outcomes for growers and has helped move towards a stronger, more sustainable future.”

Mr Pekin said that it had been a privilege to get to know, learn from and work with board members and other banana growers.

“Australian banana growers are world leaders at what they do, and I thank them for being so generous with their time, knowledge and friendliness,” he said.

“When I retire in November I will miss the banana industry, which I am very passionate about. It is such an incredibly vibrant industry. I will also miss the great staff that ABGC has and others that I have chewed over banana issues with!”

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REPRESENTATIVES of every Queensland sugarcane region have elected Burdekin grower Owen Menkens as the new Canegrowers Chairman.

The Canegrowers Policy Council of 20 growers met in Brisbane last week to elect a Board for a three-year term.

Owen Menkens (pictured) is a cane grower at Home Hill and prior to taking over the family farming business worked in accounting and banking. He succeeds Mackay grower Paul Schembri who retired after serving as chairman since 2013.

Mr Menkens said it was an honour to be elected and he looks forward to working with and for growers.

“I’m focussed on a bright future for growers in a profitable, stable and diversified industry,” he said.

“This is an exciting and interesting time for us with new opportunities for our crop which can contribute to efforts on climate change as a renewable resource and we have an established sustainability certification system that sets us up to be a premium brand of sugar worldwide.

“I also look forward to working on some of our challenges, like rising input costs, as well as representing growers in discussions with the new Federal Government,” he said.

Mr Menkens’ farming business is accredit-

ed in Smartcane BMP, the industry’s best management practices program. He and his wife Sarah are raising four children on their farm.

The new Queensland Cane Growers’ Organisation (known as Canegrowers) Board is Owen Menkens (Chairman, Burdekin), Mark Mammino (Senior Vice Chairman, Isis), Joseph Marano (Vice Chairman, Innisfail), Kevin Borg (Plane Creek), Stephen Calcagno (Cairns Region), Chris Bosworth (Herbert River), Michelle Fischer (Rocky Point) and Joseph Borg (Mackay).

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Cattle handling club draws students to Malanda

BY SALLY TURLEY

WITH the annual Malanda Agricultural Show now just a few weeks away, it was time for the showgrounds to once again come to life with keen young beef industry enthusiasts eager to learn the finer points of cattle handling.

A group of 85 students from 12 to 17 years, converged on Malanda from Charters Towers boarding schools (All Souls and St Gabriel's) and Columba Catholic College, and Innisfail and Atherton high schools for the annual three-day Cattle Handling and Judging School.

Amidst keen competition in the show ring, last year’s winner and Rural Ambassador entrant, Naomi Godfrey of Malanda, again won the title of Overall Champion Parader of the weekend, from a field of 15 competitors in the over 16 years experienced handler category.

A little overwhelmed with her win, Naomi said it was extremely nerve wracking waiting for judge Tammy Robinson to make her announcement, but believed it was the team work between her and her 17-month-old Limousin/Droughtmaster cross steer, “Freight Train”, that helped her claim her second successive win.

“I worked with him last season, put him back out in the paddock and brought him in two weeks ago to start feeding him a bit of grain and re-educating him to lead. He has a great temperament and I am just so happy our hard work has paid off,” she said.

Back for her third training school this year, Naomi said she was still learning a lot. With her ambition to eventually own a cattle stud of her own, Naomi said she has been lucky to have great mentors like her father, many show society instructors and lo-

Another successful beef cattle handling and parading camp concluded at Malanda showgrounds last weekend. IMAGE: Hide and Horn’s Photography.

cal stud breeders like the Strazzeri and Pedersen families.

Beginning on Friday morning, students attended lectures on topics such as pasture management, judging etiquette, the structural correctness and selection of stud cattle, commercial cattle selection and the examination of the reproductive tracts of cattle.

They also participated in practical demonstrations of ring craft, parad-

Toogoolawah judge Tammie Robinson selected Naomi Godfrey and her steer, Freight Train as overall winner of the Parading competition for the second year in a row. IMAGE: Hide and Horn’s Photography.

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ing, stall preparation, shed etiquette, the preparation and presentation of animals, including washing and blowdrying animals and the care and maintenance of equipment.

On Sunday, the event culminated in the Paraders Competition, demonstrating how much students had learned from their instructors. Stud Brangus breeder, Tammie Robinson of 3 Hearts Brangus Stud, Toogoolawah, returned

An extra seat in the All Souls bus would have resulted in 5 of the 9 Gale children from "Nalcoombie," Springsure being at the camp, but youngest boarder, William stayed at school leaving, Henry, Edward, Emily and Phillip Gale to fly the family flag.

to judge the students and said they were a great group of kids.

“They are the reason I fly up here each year and if I can help or inspire one young person to forge a career in the agricultural industry, it will all have been worthwhile,” she said.

“I have hardly seen one student with a phone all weekend, which is very rare these days.

“I believe these camps are about so

A Malanda school team get ready to contest the Farmers Challenge which involved carting water and "preg-testing a cow."

much more than cattle judging and parading. They bring kids with the same interests together, giving them the opportunity to network and form lifelong friendships.”

Greg English, of Eachamvale Stud, Malanda, said the Malanda Show Society was sincerely grateful to all the sponsors and volunteers and participating schools who had helped make the weekend possible.

Ecstatic after their success in Saturday night's Farmers Challenge were event coordinator, Catherine English with Harrison Brotherton, Tylah Harris, Parker Hamilton, Jack Zappala, ring in, Innisfail Ag teacher, Will O'Connell and Lucas Kattenberg, representing Atherton High.

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LETTERSeditor to the

Maintain suitable noise levels NOISE complaints can happen at any time of the day or night and is one of the more common calls for service for police.

We all want to be able to enjoy our time at home. For some of us, this may include activities that cause unwanted noise for our neighbours, resulting in a noise complaint.

As a homeowner or tenant, you need to be responsible for all noise levels at your residence. People may feel that noise levels are excessive at any time. Excessive noise can come from an amplifier, musical instruments, voices, or motors.

Senior Constable Aleda Day said police deemed excessive noise to be any noise that disturbed the peace of another person.

“We encourage the public to work together to maintain a suitable noise level, so ask your neighbour politely first, to turn the music down,” Senior Constable Day said.

A bit of planning and forethought can prevent things from going wrong on the day and avoid a visit from the local police.

A few points to consider if planning a party include; • Give neighbours advance warning of parties. Provide your contact details just in case they need to contact you.

• Choose the right type of party for your neighbourhood, live bands and large crowds don’t mix in a residential neighbourhood.

• Don’t use open invitations on social media, invite only so you know who is attending.

• Ensure you and everyone at your party stays safe and consumes alcohol responsibly.

“If all else fails and the noise is still excessive from a party near you, make a complaint to police. Contact Policelink online,” Snr Const. Day said.

If police attend your residence or that of a friend in relation to excessive noise and give you a noise abatement direction, then you can’t make any excessive noise for 96 hours (four days).

If police get called back due to a further noise complaint, a court appearance is possible and the item omitting the noise may be seized.

People riding motorbikes on a place other than a road can also be given a noise abatement direction for the duration of 48hrs and if you fail to comply your motorbike may be seized.

For more information about excessive noise, check out this flyer, https://mypolice.qld.gov.au/farnorth/ files/2022/05/Noise-Complaint_one-fold-DL-flyer_Digitaldisplay-1_2022-05-27_10-19-18.pdf

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Public too willing to believe blatent lies

OVER the course of the election campaign, I met a great many deeply brainwashed people who fervently believed things that were self-evidently untrue.

Nearly all of them believed in a global warming climate emergency. None could explain the complete absence of “more frequent, more intense” cyclones in the 202122 cyclone season or the ongoing failure of the seas to rise when they’re certain that the poles they’ve never visited are melting.

Some believed we had to stop using coal, oil, and gas “immediately”. None could explain how they’d get home without their petrol or diesel car, how we’d pay for hospitals without coal royalties, or how we’d force China to stop opening a new coal-fired power station every 7 to 10 days.

Nearly all believed “renewables are cheaper”. None could explain why their power bills have doubled since renewables began being forced into the grid in 2005 or are set to double again in the next few years – a forecast from energy experts at One Big Switch.

Some believed renewables are essential.

None could explain where power would come from at night during wind droughts, how much habitat and wildlife would be destroyed by wind and solar “farms”, or how much battery storage costs or where all the required lithium will come from.

Nearly all believed “more taxes” could fix the myriad of underfunded government programs. None wanted to be the ones who paid those taxes even though all of them were poor or middle class who are always the ones that pay the bulk of the taxes.

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Some of them believed “taxing billionaires more” could solve Australia’s debt and deficit disaster. None could explain how 111 billionaires worth a total of $404 billion could solve the problems of a federal government that spends $670 billion a year.

After the result was called, I spoke with people who gloated that freedom parties lost.

Apparently, they hate freedom and making their own decisions but love Big Brother and Big Pharma and think handing our personal health decisions to foreigners at the WHO is a great idea.

I find all of this deeply disturbing. It seems our brave forebears who fought to their deaths for our freedom sacrificed their lives in vain. A majority of us are incredibly gullible and far too willing to believe what the blatant liars in corporate media, renewable corporations and government tell us.

And as to David Blake (Express, 04/05) who isn’t a solar salesman but has sold “a few hundred thousand solar panels”, apparently he missed the memo that greenie frightbats must never ever engage in public debates because of their inevitable humiliation – so bring it on, David.

Peter Campion TOLGA

Thanks for all your service, Dr Ruscoe

I WOULD like to express my sincerest thanks and gratitude to Dr Michael Ruscoe from the Atherton Family Medical Centre for his outstanding contribution to the community for such a long length of time.

Due to the calibre of Dr Ruscoe’s medical expertise, both my parents lived long and happy lives.

I feel very fortunate that my parents had Dr Ruscoe as their doctor.

I would like to wish him all the very best for his retirement.

Brigitte Daley MILLAA MILLAA

Bamboo leaf good solution for ticks

IN response to A. Takken (The Express 18/05/2022), I collected bamboo leaf for 18 months and every time I put it on garden beds, all ticks vanished from biting me.

Previously I was getting 100 bites a month from ticks presumably from bandicoots and getting worried about it.

Not one bite when bamboo leaf was put down. Free bamboo leaf is available to rake at Platypus View Area-Peterson Creek at Yungaburra.

It’s excellent garden mulch though needs replacing four times a year.

Hope this info helps A. Takken from Tinaroo.

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BY KRISTYN LENNON

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THE humid conditions of our far-north region provide a perfect breeding ground for mould, which can have an unfortunate impact on people’s health.

Mould can trigger health problems including nasal congestion, sneezing and respiratory infections, and can worsen asthma and allergies.

If you’re a tenant and have indoor mould in your home, you should be aware of your rights and responsibilities when it comes to mould.

Tenants are entitled to live in a property that is free of indoor mould and its health risks.

It's up to landlords, in cooperation with their tenants, to ensure that rental properties are well ventilated and stay dry.

Before moving into a rental property, tenants should thoroughly inspect the property and review its condition report.

Tenants have the right to report any defects and to ask the landlord to arrange for repairs in a timely manner.

Similarly, tenants have a responsibility to keep the premises reasonably clean and to report any damage to the landlord.

If you find mould in your rental property, it’s important to have it removed promptly to prevent health issues and further damage to the property.

You should start by reporting the issue to your property manager or landlord, and then working with them to determine how they will organise the mould's removal and who will cover the costs.

Whoever is responsible for the mould is usually responsible for the costs.

The mould may be a result of the landlord failing to address the property’s structural issues or defects, or the tenant for failing to keep the premises clean or properly ventilated.

Photograph the mould before the spe-

cialist removes it. You can then use the pictures as evidence in any disputes with your landlord.

If a tenant gives a landlord sufficient notice to fix a mould problem, and the landlord fails to do so, they may be in breach of their duties — provided that the tenant can prove the landlord is responsible for the mould.

If a tenant develops long-term health problems as a result of mould, they may be entitled to seek compensation for their injuries in the form of a public liability claim.

•Kristyn Lennon (nee Knox) is a Cairnsbased lawyer who heads Maurice Blackburn’s Tablelands office. This legal information is general in nature and should not be regarded as specific legal advice. If you have a legal question you would like Kristyn to answer you can contact her at klennon@mauriceblackburn.com.au

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Location, convenience, lifestyle KAROBEAN Drive and Wandara Court continues at Amaroo (Stage 12) located down Karobean Drive which offers a beautiful, relaxed feel nestled in bushland just minutes to Mareeba township and in close proximity to Amaroo Medical, QML Pathology and Amaroo Pharmacy.

Featuring 25 exclusive lots with affordable value, town water, underground power, sewerage, wide sealed roads, and a footpath from Dural Close to Karobean Drive which connects our Amaroo community together.

These lots range from approximately 800sqm and 2208sqm. Lots are now available to inspect off the plan and inspections are available by appointment. The anticipated completed date being mid-2022.

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Calling all builders TAKE advantage of a corner block in a great location. Ideally located within walking distance to the main street of Atherton as well as supermarket and schools. This could be your next renovation project an opportunity to invest or use the dual access for additional income.

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BUILT by Tropic Coast Homes in 2008, this modern block rendered home with near new external paint in Atherton is in great condition, and ready for a lucky new owner.

The concrete drive leads to a double garage with a remote roller door and large linen cupboard for extra storage. To the left, overlooking the established front garden, the front door opens into the expansive open plan living space with down lights, fan, tiled flooring and an air conditioner.

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LIFESTYLE properties don’t get much better than this.

Located approx. 24km from Normanton, this 650acre property along the Savannah Way has so much to offer.

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The park consists of two

amenity blocks, camp kitchen, fish cleaning station for your next big catch from the Norman River.

The gulf region is so unique and has to so much to see that isn’t available in other parts of Australia.

With an option to expand the property into business opportunities including fishing tours, quad bike tours, events and also farming.

The sale will also include an number of farming inventory and also machinery to help get your new lifestyle underway.

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There is so much so say about this property, why not give Michael a call from Town to Country Realty a call for more information.

Gulf Development Road, NORMANTON $2,500,000 Michael English Town to Country Realty 0417 118 618

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THIS colonial style 5 bedroom home has everything the growing family desires, open plan living with 2 living areas, large shed and a fully fenced acre with low maintenance gardens.

The clay brick construction provides the owners more benefits than the classic colonial style, it also boosts great thermal properties by keeping the home at a comfortable temperature year round and is also low maintenance making repainting a nonissue.

The home is ideally positioned north facing and has the master bedroom at one end of the home with the 4 remaining bedrooms all conveniently located at the oth-

er, joined together by all the common living spaces.

Features of this property include: • Open Plan Kitchen, living and dining room with plenty of large windows providing a cross flow of breezes, reverse cycle air-conditioning and direct access to the outdoor entertaining area.

• Family room located at the entry to the bedroom wing provides the option to have a second sitting area or a dedicated children's area.

• All weather outdoor entertaining area which can be fully sealed making year round entertaining a breeze.

There is also a front porch

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which provides a great spot to sit and overlook the gardens.

• Powered 8m x 12m Lockable Colorbond Shed with an attached 6m x 11m high clearance carport ideal for a caravan shelter.

• Fully landscaped and fenced acre, stone feature retaining walls, partially irrigated lawns and a u-shaped bitumen driveway.

Rangeview Tolga is a sought after rural residenAddress: Price: Agent: Contact:

tial suburb providing all the benefits of rural living with all of towns conveniences like Rubbish Collection, NBN and a school bus service.

This home is ideally located on a cul-de-sac in a very peaceful street and yet under 10kms to the Main Street of Atherton.

Contact Exclusive Elders Agents for more information or to arrange an inspection.

3 Nadia Close, TOLGA $599,000 EXCLUSIVE to Michelle Raso Elders Real Estate Malanda 0428 116 136

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Breeding and backgrounding country Set on 5013.83 acres* across 2 titles of freehold, open forest country, ‘Oaky Springs’ is a rare cattle property located only 2kms* outside of Mount Garnet.

Currently run as a breeding and backgrounding property, Oakey Springs provides the ability for considerable versatility coupled with a comfortable carrying capacity of 350 breeders.

Predominantly gently undulating with a heavy coverage of legumes and grasses, there are 7 main paddocks with laneways connected for ease of cattle movement.

Well-watered the property features 4 bores, 1 permanent spring and 5 dams with town water also connected.

Five paddocks have natural, permanent water and there Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

are 7 concrete water troughs overall.

The homestead showcases modern living with 3 bedrooms + office, a newly renovated kitchen, open plan design, stone fireplace, modern bathroom and entertaining deck which overlooks the in-ground pool.

Further infrastructure includes; timber/steel cattle yards, 6 bay machinery shed and an attached 3 bay workshop/shed.

For more information contact Exclusive agent, Morgan Brennan, at Ray White Atherton on 0407 730 450 or (07) 4091 7111. Visit www.raywhiteruralatherton.com.au/L18131025

MT GARNET Price Upon Application EXCLUSIVE to Morgan Brennan Ray White Atherton 0407 730 450 or 4091 7111

4546m2 vacant block at Rangeview – $209,000 SELLING?

Settle for More Higher Price Better Service Support Throughout

Call Karen today to discuss your options 0458 408 540

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GENTLY sloping block located in a quiet close, in the very popular Range View Estate with many possibilities for a forever home of your own design.

The undulation of the block will allow a split level as well as slab on ground.

It’s an ideal situation if you want workshop and parking underneath. This would give you a very private deck level, elevated with prime views.

A run off easement on the rear of the block provides space and privacy from rear neighbours but allows you plenty of gardening opportuniAddress: Price: Agent: Contact:

ties. A pile of the local rock has been left on the block to enhance your landscaping ideas and there are a few trees in one area.

Tolga is a desirable area with a popular primary school and a variety of friendly local shopping outlets. It’s a short drive to Atherton, the Lake and the road to Mareeba.

Rangeview is a sought after suburb with many upmarket properties, it’s a safe suburb to invest you savings.

Call the agent Karen Ranie on 0458 408 540 for further details.

RANGEVIEW $209,000 Karen Ranie Area Real Estate 0458 408 540

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Styled to stand out

THE quality of construction stands out in this home which is located in a soughtafter area known as Pleasant View Estate. Individually designed and craftsman built, this property is styled to please the buyer looking for a home with attention to detail and a touch of difference.

Features include: • Rendered masonry block construction • Private entry foyer • 45m2 Open plan living * Stack-a-doors open from living to deck • Timber entertaining deck • Custom built kitchen with curved bench/breakfast bar feature • 3 Bedrooms + Study

area • Ensuite with 8m2 Walkthrough Robe to the master bedroom • Three-way bathroom with vanity area, separate Bath & Shower room & separate toilet • Built-in robes to bedrooms 2 & 3 • Large Linen storage cupboard • Laundry with Built-ins • Excellent window placeAddress: Price: Agent: Contact:

ment for light & airflow • Timber trims to windows & doors throughout • Large double garage with internal entry to the home • 250m2 Total home & garage under roof

Contact Exclusive Marketing Agent Rino Gava on 0427 779 086 to arrange your private inspection.

5 Lavender Crescent, ATHERTON $589,000 EXCLUSIVE to Rino Gava Atherton Realty 0427 779 086

Home on acreage in Malanda

SITUATED on the beautiful tablelands on 1.01 ha, is this three-bedroom home with two large sheds and fully fenced, close to all amenities.

The long bitumen driveway leads to the block home, which has an open plan which includes the kitchen dining and lounge area.

The home has cork tiles in the living area, carpet and vinyl in the bedrooms and has security screens and fans.

The three bedrooms open out onto the full-length veranda. The bathroom has been revamped.

There are two sheds, one is high enough to park the caravan or boat and the other is suitable for a workshop.

Both have concrete floor and roller doors.

The property is fully fenced and has a paddock and a chook pen. There are various fruit trees and easycare garden.

The property is situated minutes to town centre and schools.

• Three bedrooms

• Open plan kitchen, dining & living area • Updated bathroom • Security screens • Fans • Full length of house veranda • Two large sheds (one high for caravan / boat) • Chook pen • Various fruit trees • Fenced • Paddock for cow or horse

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• Town water & rainwater tank • Bitumen driveway • Only minutes away from schools and town centre.

• 1.01 ha (2.5 acres) Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

For more information, or to book your private inspection call Darren 0429 977 675 or Janelle on 4096 5446 @ Tablelands.com & Malanda Real estate.

MALANDA $685,000 NEG Darren or Janelle Tablelands.com & Malanda Real Estate 0429 977 675 or 4096 5446

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Rangeview lifestyle

An ambience of peacefulness IS what you will find with this spacious home on a secluded 4,000sqm block of land in a park like setting.

The home is easy to live in and easy to clean, as there are durable and carefree tiled floors throughout, making housework a breeze.

For hurried mornings there is a breakfast bar, and the kitchen has a double door pantry to cater for everyone’s needs.

There are 3 sizable bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes and ceiling fans. The main bedroom has an ensuite and a walk-in wardrobe.

If you need additional sleeping accommodation, the office could also be used

as an extra bedroom.

There is an easy access shower and a separate bath in the main bathroom.

For outdoor living there is an expansive patio overlooking the grassed play area for children and pets.

There are security screens on all doors and windows for your peace of mind.

The 2-car lock-up garage has direct entry into the home and there is a two-bay open Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

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carport for extra vehicles, caravan, or boat.

Here you will find a relaxed lifestyle close to town, just over two kilometres from the Atherton high school.

For more information, call Trisha Jackson at Professionals Atherton. Phone 4091 3955 or 0419 1833 145 anytime. To view more photos, visit athertonrealestate.com.au ATHERTON $677,000 Trisha Jackson Professionals Atherton 0419 183 145

SITTING on a well established and private 1 hectare allotment (2.47 Acres) is this solid, low maintenance and well-built masonry block family home. Complete with spacious shed and positioned in a cul-de-sac street, this home is a must see.

The property features include • Established and Private 1 Hectare (2.47 Acre) Allotment • Architecturally Designed Home – Approximately 300sqm Under Roof • Masonry Block Walls Internally & Externally – Built Locally In 1993 • 3m Wide - North Facing Hardwood Timber Deck - 3 Sides • Parquetry Wood Floors Throughout All Living Areas & Hallway • Well Appointed Kitchen Complete With Granite Benchtops, Pantry and All Electric Appliances Including Dishwasher • 4 Large & Car-

peted Bedrooms All Feature Built-In Cupboards • Spacious Lounge Room & Separate Dining Area • Meals Area Off Kitchen With Access Onto Timber Deck • 2nd Family Room/ Rumpus Room With Access Onto Tiled Patio • 2 Bathrooms – Main Complete With Separate Shower & Bathtub • Library Room Includes Shelving & Built-In Storage • 3m Wide Tiled Patio Area – South Side Of The Home • Spacious Laundry With Storage • Spacious Double Garage With Remote Roller Doors • 12x6m Lockable Shed Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

With Power – Personnel Door & 3m High Roller Door – Great For Boat, Van Or Motorhome.

• 4.5Kw Solar Power System • Biocycle Waste Management System • Abundance Of Bird & Wildlife • U-Shaped Bitumen Driveway • Security Screened On All Windows & Doors • Storage Space Inside House Ceiling For more information or a private inspection of this wonderful property, please call Exclusive Marketing Agent Daimin Kochi At Main St Real Estate Atherton.

9 Hutton Drive, TOLGA Offers Invited EXCLUSIVE to Daimin Kochi Main Street Real Estate 0448 916 246

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Private, safe, secluded and tranquil IT'S not every day that you happen to come across a lifestyle property that people only dream about that is secluded, private, and amongst nature!

60-acre freehold property with a combination of natural bush, a dam, bore water, paddocks, horse arena, mature fruit trees and veggie gardens - you can't go wrong.

Have you been wanting to build a community with likeminded friends and family?

This could be the one! Wanting a hobby farm? This is already partway there. Whatever your niche is, this one will work!

Features Include; • Originally a 1950’s Ringers Quarters • 5 bedrooms, 1 bathroom + study • Open plan kitchen/dining • Sizable living room with a fireplace – Perfect space for the cooler months!

• Tidy kitchen with a gas freestanding oven • Bathroom with a bathtub & basin. Separate toilet • Undercover spa room off the man bedroom • Outdoor entertainment areas • 24.28ha fully fenced freehold property, house yard is Approx. 6.5 acres • Services: Mains power, bore water - 2 large holding tanks, 6,000L rainwater tank, sky mesh server, telephone & internet • Seasonal creek, swimming hole and plenty of fruit trees surrounding the home Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

• Numerous outbuildings: 2 bay carport, on-site caravan, shed, horse yards, paddocks, and a round yard • School bus service + a public bus service to Mareeba - pickup on the highway • Complete privacy Ideally located approx.

10 minutes from Petford ,70 minutes from Mareeba, 90 minutes from Atherton and 2 hours from Cairns.

For further information or to arrange an inspection, call marketing agent Raquel at Sommerset Realty on 0408 983 879.

160 Pioneer Road, PETFORD Offers Over $500,000 Raquel Cunzolo Sommerset Realty 0408 983 879

Dual residence on 4.7 acres SEARCHING for the perfect lifestyle retreat, where you can enjoy the peace and quiet of a rural lifestyle without all the extra work or distance?

Located at 77 Carman Road, Paddys Green this fantastic property has an abundance of fantastic features It’s hard to mention them all here. Sitting on 1.93ha (4.7 acres approx.) this property features two dwellings, flat land and a permanent creek running at its rear, all only five minutes out of town.

The Main Dwelling: The property's main dwelling is the shouse of your dreams, with an open plan living, dining & impressive kitchen downstairs. Three bedrooms and a spacious bathroom upstairs, with a double vanity and separate toilet. A gorgeous full-length patio, with shade sails on the side to keep you cool. And a fenced house yard with variety of landscaping surrounding the house.

• New two storey Colorbond cladded dwelling (12 months old) • Open plan living, dining & kitchen, split-system airconditioning • Great kitchen with plenty of storge, timber bench tops • Tiled flooring throughout lower level & bathroom, vinyl to bedrooms • 3 Well sized bedrooms on top floor • Master bedroom with built ins & split-system airconditioning • Large bathroom, double vanity, separate toilet • Privacy screening on all Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

of windows, built-ins in upstairs hallway • Full length patio with concrete flooring & insulation • Attached 6m high shed with workshop, insulation, toilet and mezzanine flooring • Fenced house yard The Second Dwelling: The second dwelling on the property has seen a variety of renovations as well in the past few years.

There is a large timber kitchen with stone bench tops, and an open plan living, dining & kitchen, with a second living area. There are three spacious bedrooms, two with new splitsystem air-conditioning.

The bathroom has been renovated with a double shower & large vanity. The full-length paved patio is extra-large and feels lovely and cool.

There is also a detached teenage retreat / guest room to the side with tiled flooring.

• Large kitchen with stone bench tops • Open plan living, dining & kitchen • Second living space • 3 Well sized bedrooms, 2 with new split-system airconditioning • Large new bathroom, double shower • Extra-large full length paved patio • Two sliding glass doors onto patio • Tiled flooring throughout • 5kW Solar Power System & 2kW Solar Power System • New separate electric hot water system • Detached teenager re-

77 Carman Road, MAREEBA $950,000 EXCLUSIVE to Vince Costas Central Realty Mareeba 0419 926 691

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treat / guest room The Property: • 1.93ha (4.7 acres approx.)

• 2 Shipping containers with lean-too • Mango, lime, avocado & banana trees • Various spaces of cleared land with irrigation • 4 Green houses with irrigation • 8 Megalitre channel water allocation, 3 rainwater tanks • Permanent Creek at the rear of the property • 5 Minute drive to town, in a quiet & peaceful location • 9mx6.9m (approx.) detached carport cover, perfect for a caravan or bus • 4 Bay shade cloth carport With far too many features to cover here, this property is truly a must to inspect.

Call exclusive Agent Vince Costas on 0419 926 691 to arrange a Private Inspection.

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2. Of great weight; difficult to lift or move.

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5. The speed at which a passage of music is of sound waves from a surface back to the or should be played. listener.

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4. Spread into a lightly greased and floured 13 x 9-inch baking dish; bake for 45 to 60 minutes.

Cake is done when toothpick inserted in centre comes out clean.

When the cake is almost ready;

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2. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Let boil for about 2 minutes.

3. Put holes all over cake with a chopstick and pour the caramel sauce over the cake while it’s still hot.

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What you put your heart, soul and best effort into over the next few weeks is sure to bear fruit.Use your creativity in the workplace.

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Aug 23 to Sept 23 Theme For The Week Persuasive Communication.

Some things might not be working out, you’ll start seeing the reasons soon enough. Something better is coming. Trust the process. Neighbours may cause stress, stay calm and it will blow over.

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Sept 24 to Oct 23 Theme For the Week Romantic Fulfilment.

Moving from us versus them to us AND them. You might find yourself opening to co-operation where before you were closed.

Support from your siblings will be welcomed. You might receive some good news.

Oct 24 to Nov 22 Theme For The Week Brilliant Initiatives.

It’s time to nip the negativity in the bud, question every negative impulse and ask what its really serving. Clamp down on the ego, next month will give you plenty to have gratitude for.

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You might finally stop resisting that which is good for you.

Make your desires known to the universe through your work and creative expression. Do the hard work, you are worth it. Maintain optimism at work even though you may feel lethargic.

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Theme For The Week New Things Coming.

Focus on long term dreams and goals. Time for chasing your hearts desires. Leave the short term, shallow dreams to sort themselves. Family issues may come, but they will be resolved quickly.

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You’ll feel the doldrums lifting, making way for peace and joy, especially in your relationships.

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IRRIGATION DESIGN AND SUPPLY

IT

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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

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Classified Deadline: 4pm every Friday aNNiversary

ChurCh NotiCe PRESBYTERIANS meet in Mareeba for worship each Sunday 10am, QCWA Hall, Wilkes Street (behind Meals on Wheels) ALL WELCOME!

THE FAMILY OF

Colin Thompson

Would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped Col after the accident at the scene and in emergency and hospital.

Also for everyone’s kind words, flowers, cards and condolences. We were overwhelmed.

Thank you to Sophie at Mareeba Community Funerals and the Mareeba Pony Club for the guard of honour and letting us have the wake there.

Please accept this as our personal thank you.

iN MeMoriaM Josephine Mary Fichera (nee Torrisi) 20.12.49 - 05.06.13

Helen & Frank Rockley ~~ 3rd June, 1972 ~~

Congratulations and happy 50th Wedding Anniversary.

From your Bridesmaids Barbara, Roz and Al.

50TH ANNIVERSARY

Kay and John Myers 10~06~1972

20/06/1951 29/05/2014

Catering With Class Would like to thank everyone who came along and supported our Biggest Morning Tea. It was a huge success raising $3813 for the Cancer Council, an amazing effort.

Huge thanks to the following businesses for their donations and support of our Biggest Morning Tea: Russo’s Quality Meats, Curcio’s Bakery, Caffe Crema, Howe Farming, Cleall’s Butchery, Mareeba News, Mareeba Bowls Club.

Happiest Golden Wedding Anniversary Enjoy your party!

traiNiNg

All our love, Your family and friends. XX

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In loving memory of Nanny Briz.

with thaNks

“A life so beautifully lived, and a heart so deeply loved.”

We miss you every day.

Simon, Nancy, Cooper, Noah & Isla.

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I would like to say thank you to those who attended mass, sent floral tributes, cards, phone calls and messages of condolences for my wonderful husband, John Finn.

We would also like to give a special thank you to the great support from the blue nurses, doctors and nurses who looked after and attended to John.

From Lucy, Joanne, Karen, Patrica, Jeffery and our families.

Death/FuNeral NotiCe LANG, Margaret “Peggy”

Late of Tolga. Passed away peacefully on Saturday 21st May, 2022. Aged 86 years.

Beloved Wife of Kelvin. Loving Mother, Motherin-Law, Grandmother and Great Grandmother.

A private cremation has taken place. Margaret will be missed by all that loved her.

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DREGHORN, Robert Desmond ‘Des’ Passed away peacefully at Carinya Home for the Aged on the 27th of May, 2022. Aged 95 years.

Dearly loved Husband of Thea (Dec.). Loving Brother-in-Law of Myles. Much loved Brother of Nola, Alex (Dec.), Jan, Audrie, Glenda, Sandra and their families.

Relatives and friends of Des are respectfully invited to attend his Funeral Service which is to be held Graveside at the Atherton Lawn Cemetery, Nasser Road, Atherton on Wednesday 15th June, 2022 commencing at 11.00am.

THE FAMILY OF THE LATE

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Of Almaden would like to thank the following people: Dr Sabine of Mareeba Medical Clinic, Mareeba Hospital, Cairns Private Hospital and Cairns Hospital. Thank you to their caring staff.

Also our thanks to Father Greenup, Sylvia Cockburn, Mary Graham, Guilfoyles and special thanks to the pallbearers.

Thanks also to family and friends who attended Brian’s funeral, or who phoned, sent beautiful cards or text messages.

Please accept this as our personal thanks to everyone who helped during this sad time.

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50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

Our lives go on without you, But nothing is the same.

We have to hide our heartache, When someone speaks your name.

Sad are the hearts that love you, But with the love in our hearts.

You walk with us forever.

Dearly missed by your husband Joe, your children Lennie, Seb, Carolyn, Jerry and their families.

Eileen Dalip

MowiNg/ hoMe MaiNteNaNCe

with thaNks

lost aND FouND LOST PURSE AND PHONE

ButCher MOBILE farm butcher.

Ph John Hales 0409 638 882.

Lost at Big W Atherton between 11am and 12pm on Sunday 22nd May.

BILL Black Mobile Butcher. Hang up to 7 days. 0408 922 812.

If found please call 0476 377 057

LOCAL Mobile Farm Butcher - will travel. Ph Bryan 0407 691 752.

Old jewellery, sovereigns, watches, coin collections, bank notes, nuggets, scrap gold and silver.

P: 0421 830 923

Salami & Sausage Making Appliances and Tools Also for pulping tomatoes or for making passata.

Enquiries: 0458 651 946

SHIPPING CONTAINERS

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CLEAN TOPSOIL TABLELAND RED $7.50 Per Tonne + Delivery & GST

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helP waNteD WANTED HANDYMAN

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Call Ellen 0419 712 122

Car Boot sale PersoNal

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Call: 0476 264 242

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CASUAL FARM WORKER Tableland Hydroponics is looking for a reliable person 24-30 hours per week.

The job would suit a fit mature person that enjoys working independently. Immediate start.

Phone 0418 260 037 Business Hours

ENVIRONMENTAL TEAM LEADER Full Time (75 Hour / Fortnight) or Part Time (60 Hour / Fortnight) Fixed Term to June 2024 Located in Mareeba or Georgetown

DROUGHT RESILIENCE COORDINATOR Full Time (75 Hour / Fortnight) or Part Time (60 Hour / Fortnight) Fixed Term to December 2024 Located in Georgetown

GIS OFFICER Full Time (75 Hour / Fortnight) or Part Time (60 Hour / Fortnight) Fixed Term to March 2025 Location Options: Mareeba, Georgetown or Croydon

NRM PROJECT OFFICER (DROUGHT RESILIENCE) Full Time (75 Hour / Fortnight) or Part Time (60 Hour / Fortnight) Fixed Term to March 2025 Location Options: Mareeba, Georgetown or Croydon

ADMINISTRATION OFFICER Part Time (30-40 Hour / Fortnight) Fixed Term to June 2023 Located in Mareeba Gulf Savannah offers flexible work arrangements.

For more information and to apply, go to www.gulfsavannahnrm.org/employment Applications close: Monday 6 June, 2022 at 9:00am

Applications to include resume to: accounts@mareebatoyota.com.au Or posted to: Mareeba Toyota, P O Box 1151, MAREEBA QLD 4880

An exciting opportunity exists to join the Family Programs Team as a

YOUTH WORKER The application package which details the role and eligibility criteria is available at: www.mccinc.org.au/paid-positions Indigenous applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Skills based pay scale, SCHADS 3.1 to 4.4.

Annual Salary $62,000 - $77,000 approx.

Applications close Sunday 12 June, 2022.

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Duties/Abilities: • Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as an effective and reliable member of a food service team.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and written within a team environment where quality client care is the main aim of the service.

• Working knowledge or ability to acquire the knowledge of functions and operations of a health service environment.

• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.

• Assist in the preparation, production and presention of quality fresh food as required in the production/ menu schedule including special diets, ensuring all meals are prepared in accordance with the Queensland Health Food Safety Program.

• Undertake as directed by the Cook, food rotation, receiving of goods for the kitchen, maintaining sanitising and cleaning in accordance with approved and established work practices.

• To provide Laundry, Janitorial services and general cleaning throughout the facility.

• Work within a team environment and communicate effectively with other team members.

• Ensure work practices are in accordance with recognised Hospital Safety Regulations and report all hazardous situations promptly to the Supervisor, Operational Services.

• Participate in educational and in-service programs to build and update knowledge within your work area.

(Nutrition, Food handling, Chemical and Cleaning etc) • Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the facility, and a neat and tidy personal appearance, at all times.

• Provide ethical decision making in the achievement of organisational goals.

Enquiries: Sarah Cameron.

JAR: CAH421576 Closing Date: Wednesday, 15 June 2022.

You can apply online at www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au A criminal history check may be conducted on the recommended person for the job. A non-smoking policy applies to Queensland Government buildings, offices and motor vehicles.

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MINING LEASE NOTICE AND ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORITY Mineral Resources Act 1989 – Section 252 Environmental Protection Act 1994 – Section 152 Proposed Alluvial Gold Mining Project ‘Wedgetail’ Mining Lease Application Number 100261 - For a term of 10 years It is advised that an application has been made for a mining lease and environmental authority under the provisions of the above mentioned Acts, for the mining/purpose of gold, living quarters/camp, processing plant, tailings/settling dam on the following land parcels within the Cook Shire Council: Lot 1 on CP907719 Palmer Goldfields Resource Reserve.

The application is located at approximately 5.3km north of Maytown.

The applicants are: Gary John Bate (50%) & Robert Axil Tingay (50%) Date & time Applications Lodged: 4:18pm on 21 August, 2020 Mining activities to be carried out include: Alluvial Gold Mining Mining Lease Application Documents The application documents consist of the Application for Mining Lease and copies of or extracts from the application documents, and the endorsed Mining Lease Notice detailing the location and description of the land applied for (including surface area and access), may be downloaded from the Departments website https://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/ mining-energy-water/resources/public-notices-tenders or may be inspected at the Department of Natural Resources and Mines office, Level 9, Verde Tower, 445 Flinders Street, Townsville Qld 4810 or may be obtained by contacting the local mines assessment hub on (07) 4447 9230 or MineralHub@resources.qld.gov.au.

Environmental Authority Documents The application documents for the proposal consist of the following: APP0060993 Standard application for a new environmental authority.

Copies of, or extracts from, the application documents may be inspected at the Department of Environment and Science Level 3, 5B Sheridan Street, Cairns QLD 4870 or may be obtained by contacting Permit and Licence Management by phone on 1300 130 372 or by email on: palm@des.qld.gov.au.

Copies of the standard conditions and eligibility criteria for a resource activity can be obtained by accessing the Department of Environment and Science website: www.des.qld.gov.au or by contacting Permit and Licence Management by phone on 1300 130 372 (select option 4) or by email on: palm@ des.qld.gov.au.

Making A Properly Made Objection / Submission It is advised that any person/entity may make an objection to the grant of the mining lease, and/or a submission about the application for the environmental authority. The objection/submission period, during which objections/submissions can be given, concludes on 30 June, 2022 at 4.30pm (AEST).

A properly made objection and/or submission must be received on or before 4.30pm (AEST) on the last day of the objection/submission period. It must be lodged with the chief executive in writing in the approved form, addressed to the relevant Assessment Hub: Mineral Assessment Hub Level 9, 445 Flinders Street, Townsville QLD 4810 PO Box 1752, Townsville QLD 4810 Email: MineralHub@resources.qld.gov.au Objections To The Mining Lease Application: A copy of the objection must also be served upon the applicant/s on or before the last day of the objection period at the following address: Gary Bate and Robert Tingay C/- Avoca Tenement Consulting Pty Ltd PO Box 706, Mareeba Qld 4880 Qld@tenementmatters.com.au Objection for the mining lease application: A properly made objection in respect to the grant of the mining lease is one that: • Is lodged, on or before the last objection day for the application with the chief executive in writing in the approved form; • States the grounds of the objection and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds • Is signed and dated by each person/entity (i.e. signatory) making the objection; and • States the name and address of each signatory.

Intending objectors should either contact the relevant assessment hub on (07) 4447 9230 and obtain the approved objection form (MRA-20) or obtain the approved objection form from the department’s website: https://www. business.qld.gov.au/industries/mining-energy-water/resources/ applications-compliance/forms-fees.

Submissions for the Environmental Authority application: A properly made submission must meet all of the following requirements: • Be written or made electronically • State the name and address of each submitter • Be made to the administering authority stated above • Be received on or before the last day of the submission period • State the grounds of the submission and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds.

Intending submitters may contact the Department of Environment and Science on 1300 130 372 (select option 4) to obtain a submission form or obtain a copy from the departments website: www.des.qld.gov.au.

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CLASSIFIEDS Public Notice Proposed Development Make a submission from: 1 June to 21 June, 2022 Tourist Park (Campground) Where: 97 Kovacic Road, Mareeba Q.4881 On: Lot 450 on NR5228 Approval Sought: Development Permit, Material Change of Use Application Ref: MCU/21/0018 You may obtain a copy of the application and make a submission to:

Mareeba Shire Council 65 Rankin St. Mareeba Qld. 4880 info@msc.qld.gov.au 07 4086 4657 www.msc.qld.gov.au Public notification requirements are in accordance with the Planning Act 2016.

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Well Women’s Clinics

(These clinics are available to Medicare eligible clients) Service includes Cervical Screening Tests (Pap Smears), Sexual Health Screening, Breast Awareness, also info on Contraception, Continence, Menopause, Lifestyle Issues, Bowel Health, Domestic Violence, etc.

All services are provided by a specially trained Qld Health Women’s Health Nurse.

Mareeba Hospital Thursdays 2nd & 30th June Phone 4092 9311 to make an appointment Community Health Centre Ravenshoe Monday 6th June Phone 4097 6223 to make an appointment Mt Garnet Primary Health Care Centre Monday 20th June Phone 4097 4800 to make an appointment Malanda Health Centre Wednesday 29th June Phone 4096 5339 to make an appointment

MEDICAL PRACTICE CLOSURE Dear Patients The Atherton Family Medical Centre will be closed permanently from the 30th June, 2022 due to Dr Ruscoe’s retirement.

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SPORT Riders tear up track in weekend motorcross madness Hundreds of riders turned out to the Mareeba Motorcycle Club to compete in the Tropical North QLD Motorcross Series.

Atherton’s Emily Mills has returned from the Australian Gymnastics Championships held on the Gold Coast.

Confident return from nationals ATHERTON’S star gymnast Emily Mills has returned from the recent Australian Gymnastics Championships after an outstanding performance despite a bout of food poisoning.

Emily qualified as an individual Queensland representative to compete in the highly contested WAG Level 10 over division.

She had a fantastic first day with hit routines on Beam and Bars and an outstanding vault that put her through to the day two finals.

However before Emily could show out in the finals, she experienced a severe bout of food poisoning the night before competing.

She demonstrated extreme strength and resilience to com-

pete in the finals, finishing 7th in the nation in her division.

Despite being only 16 years old, Emily was competing against women nearly 10 years older than her in the Level 10 and over division.

Emily gained fantastic experience from the prestigious event and looks forward to setting her goals for 2023 and returning to Nationals.

Momentum Gymnastics coach Dianne Zutt was extremely proud of Emily’s achievement and resilience throughout the experience.

Up next for the senior gymnasts at Momentum Gymnastics in the NQ Games due to be held next weekend in Townsville.

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THE track at the Mareeba Motorcycle Club was churned raw over the weekend as round 2 of the Tropical North QLD Motorcross Series was hosted with nearly 200 riders and their families making their way out for the event.

Round 1 of the series was held in Charters Towers a few weeks ago and many riders were keen to get on the Mareeba track and showcase their talents.

Riders were aged from four years old

and up competed and whilst many locals attended, many travelled from as far south as Moranbah, west from Mt Isa, north to Weipa and everywhere in between.

The local club was pleased to receive a lot of help from local businesses who continue to support the club and their events.

Mareeba Motorcycle Club president Kim Grothues was excited to host so many riders over the weekend.

“It was fantastic to see so many people

come to support this event both riders and spectators,” he said.

“We had over 250 bikes competing and the track held up amazingly.

“It is a real credit to everyone involved to make this event happen.”

Many local club members now lead the points in the Championships for their respective classes and are keen for the next round of racing set in Townsville in three weeks.

Baker crowned champion golfer ATHERTON golfer Amber Barker has returned to her home course a champion after the Queensland Women’s Country Championships were played in Cairns recently.

The Atherton ladies had a team of 11 including Barker, travel to Cairns to play in the championships against golfers from around the region.

Games were due to be played at both the Cairns Golf club and Half Moon Bay golf club in Yorkey’s Knob, however due to a recent deluge of rain, games were unable to be

held at the Cairns course.

Barker fired a 4-over par 74 to win the country championship by a single shot with Sarah Antcliff from Yeppoon shooting a 5-over par 75 to finish runner-up.

Barker was ecstatic with her win after consistent play on the Half Moon Bay “Dry 9” layout.

The Foursomes were hotly contested and won by Sarah and Bernadette Antcliff from Yeppoon in a playoff against Atherton’s Alicia English and Sam Duck.

Atherton golfer Amber Barker has been crowned the Queensland Women’s Country Champion after the competition was played in Cairns in May.

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SPORT Young Eagles soar on field IT was a successful weekend of Atherton junior soccer as the Atherton Eagles junior teams played their regular matches over the weekend.

Tablelands MiniRoos teams from Atherton and Malanda football clubs travelled to Innisfail last Saturday with all teams competing in multiple games against the Johnstone River MiniRoos teams.

The next Tablelands MiniRoos carnival will be held in Dimbulah on Saturday 4th June at the Dimbulah Barras Football Club grounds.

Eagles U14's drew against Edge Hill United 2-2 in an evenly played match – Edge Hill scored Crystalyn Jones Photography captured all the action in the arena on Saturday night.

Mixed results for Bulls in cup games

Bucking wild time at bull ride OVER 1,000 people turned out to Simmo’s Arena in Biboohra on Saturday night for the Biboohra Bull Ride, raising money for the Indie Rose Foundation.

Nearly $10,000 in prize money was dished out to riders over the bullride as they competed in front of the 1,000 strong crowd.

Only three bull riders managed to

hold on during the open bull ride and secure podium positions with Jake Bowen coming out on top with 81 points.

He was closely followed by Luke Smith on 78 points and tailed by Braydon Wellby on 67 points.

A Biboohra Bullride Association spokesperson said the crowd was incredibly well behaved and dialled into the event.

the equaliser in the last seconds of the game.

Will Veschetti was the double point scorer with his first goal off a penalty in the first half.

The next game will be played at Endeavour Park on Saturday 4 June at 2.30pm against Leichhardt FC. Eagles U15/16's looked striking in their away colours, winning against Stratford Dolphins 3-2.

It was a well fought battle with Mason Cardew scoring two goals and Jack McDermott one.

The next game will be played at the Atherton International Club on Friday 3 June at 8pm against Edge Hill United.

“Out of 50 riders 30 of them were juniors which is always a good sign,” she said.

“We were extremely pleased with how the bull ride turned out, everyone was well behaved and the overall turnout was good.

“It was a really settled crowd which was unusual for us but it was a good family orientated environment.”

Volunteers from the IndieStructables helped on the night to raise funds for the Indie Rose Foundation.

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THE Mareeba Bulls premier men’s have claimed one win and one loss during last week’s games in the FNG League Cup, winning against the Stratford Dolphins 3-0 on Wednesday and going down 4-1 against Southside Comets days later.

In their first match up, the Bulls looked comfy as they cruised to a 3-0 win against the Dolphins, playing soccer their way and keeping true to the basics.

They then turned around on Saturday night with less players and let the basics escape them as the Comets cruised to a comfortable 4-1 win.

Men’s premier coach Kane Alderton said it was close game until half-time where the Bulls held on with a 2-1 score.

“We were in it till half-time, we had a fair few players out with injuries – we just lost legs and lost our way towards the end of the second half,” he said.

“We did not have the player backing and just run out of legs.”

The Bulls have now fallen out of the standings for the FNG League Cup and will continue their regular season games facing off against Edge Hill in Cairns this weekend.

Rushing success for river challenge THE Barron River’s annual paddle race has come to a conclusion over the weekend with visitors claiming both the 20km and 50km section races of the Barron River Challenge.

The Barron River Challenge is run on the last weekend in May each year down the Barron River from the John Doyle bridge in Mareeba to Kuranda beach via Bilwon.

Steve McLay from the Sunshine Coast, with a time of 1 hour 55 mins 30 seconds, took line honours in front of local school teacher Brad Weaver (1 hour 58 mins 22 seconds) and Atherton farmer Tony Marnane (1 hour 58 mins 42 seconds).

In fourth place, with a time of exactly two hours for the short race to Bilwon, was Mareeba’s David Lep who received a special trophy for 10th Barron River Challenge race.

Places on the podium in the

female outright division went to Mareeba’s Amy Sellers in 2 hours 3 mins 52 seconds, Hayley Mlikota from Cairns (2 hours 16 mins 40 seconds) and first-time local competitor, Cordula Kath in 2 hours 18 mins 53 seconds.

The 52 km Barron River Challenge 50 event concluded on the riverbank in Kuranda where spectators witnessed Brett McDonald from Perth break the race record set in 2014 by almost 3 minutes to claim ‘The Barron’ title.

Podium positions were McDonald in 3 hours 52 seconds 46 seconds, followed by Mareeba local John van Ryt (4 hours 5 mins 24 seconds) and David Ahmed from Cairns (4 hours 19 mins 22 seconds).

A new canoe relay race between Mareeba and Bilwon is scheduled for 2023, further information can be acquired through the Tinaroo Canoe Club.

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SPORT Sheppard leads Gladiators to first win

The Mareeba Gladiators have secured their first win of the season against Suburbs with some hands on assistance from coach Chris Sheppard.

MAREEBA Gladiators coach Chris Sheppard temporarily came out of retirement to join his players on the field on Saturday night as they hosted Cairns Suburbs, claiming an 18-16 win.

The Gladiators showed a dominant performance across all four grades that was yet to be seen by the side as they triumphed over Suburbs.

Sheppard was overwhelmed and overjoyed by all the grade results and their efforts as the Gladiators returned home clear and undisputed winners.

“Outstanding wins across all four grades including the ladies team who won 36-20,” he said.

“The U18s played the type of football they are capable of, winning 56-6 with strong performances from Narry, Leon and Tyrone – they discovered the style of football that suits their team and hopefully they continue this.

“Reserve grade had a number of players back and played really tough to win 24-22 with a special mention to Cue Tokarahi and Afoa Fangupo for their performances.”

The real showstopper of the evening was the A grade match up where Sheppard donned the number six jersey and joined his players on the field.

Sheppard traded in his coaching shoes and tied his cleats for the first time in over a decade as he lined up with his players and coached them to their first win of the season from the pack.

“A grade really turned a corner against a strong forward pack still with a number of players out the team played tough and played for one another and got a strong win,” he said.

“It is the first 80-minute performance and was based on pure effort, that sets the platform for what the team wants to be moving forward and we are excited to be at home next week.

“Every player in the team played well but a special mention to the middles who matched Suburbs and allowed Trezzie, Hubie and Kienan to show their magic.”

Gladiators are looking to push into this weekend’s games against Innisfail with momentum, aiming to secure their second win and set a rhythm for upcoming games.

Roosters Tait Coghlan in traffic against Innisfail on Saturday.

Roosters dominate Innisfail THE Atherton Roosters rise to being the best defensive team in the FNQ Rugby League continued on Saturday night when they shutdown fellow premiership contenders Innisfail 32-12 at Atherton’s Mungalli Creek Dairy Stadium.

Innisfail took the points in their round one meeting earlier this year, however it was the Roosters who turned the tables and dominated on Saturday with a six tries to two victory. Atherton held a 10-6 lead at the break after tries to Nathan Curcio and Ty Grogan, but their second half defensive effort had Innisfail on the back foot.

Kyle Wyatt, Nick Pratten and Rodney Griffin all crossed for second half tries while Ty Grogan grabbed a second. Grogan is now a clear leader as the league’s top points scorer after contributing another 16 points on Saturday.

After eight rounds of competition, Atherton and Brothers head the first grade points table on 14

followed by Mossman 12, Ivanhoes 12, Innisfail 10, Kangaroos 10, Yarrabah 6, Tully 6, Suburbs 4, Mareeba 4, Edmonton 2.

The Roosters under 18 side continued their runaway season to remain undefeated on Saturday with a 30-10 win over Innisfail after leading 12-10 at the break.

Zaimen Gilbert crossed for a double in the Roosters count while Will Simms, Jhiden Dikes, Jack Gatacre and Jonomick Lui scored one each.

In reserve grade, the Roosters got their season back on track with a hard fought 22-16 victory over Innisfail.

The new Tablelands (Mareeba/Atherton) women’s side had their first run for the year and came away 36-20 winners over Innisfail. The Senior Roosters have the competition bye this weekend before playing their next match at Tully on June 12.

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Frank Tulloch – the face of Mareeba Gymnastics

BY ELLIE FINK FRANK Tulloch is one of Mareeba’s most influential sportspeople, taking on men in their 20’s at national gymnastics competitions and taking home gold almost every time – a testimony to his passion and dedication to gymnastics.

Recently coming home from a national title on the Gold Coast, he blitzed the scoreboards and bought back the title of Level 8 Open Floor Men’s Champion for Australia.

Being the youngest member in the Queensland representative team, the 16 year old worked as hard as he could in training and came into the Australian Gymnastics Championships not expecting to achieve such heights.

“I did way better than I thought I was going to do because I was just trying to better my scores from the state championship,” he said.

“The atmosphere with all the senior boys was really good and everyone there was super friendly and helped push me further.”

Now back in the gymnasium, Frank is beginning Level 9 gymnastics – the second teenager on the Tablelands to achieve this milestone.

Making his gym and community proud, Frank believes hitting all of his recent milestones was made possible because of his coaches, his teammates and his family.

Training since he was two years old, Frank has always been in the gym learning and growing his skills to become one of the most influential athletes on the Tablelands.

His mum and Mareeba Gymnastics Club head coach, Kelly Tulloch, has been by his

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“He used to get teased a bit when he was younger by the kids for going a ‘girls sport’ but now he is an adolescent, people are in awe of his strength,” Kelly said.

“He was always an active toddler so putting him in gym was not only convenient for me as the coach but is something that he has fallen in love with.

“I got to watch him on the side lines as a mum for the national championships and it was a little hard at times (not being there as a coach), but I was very proud of him and what he has achieved.”

Although the gym is Frank’s life, he still has lots of work to do at school which has knocked back his training hours significantly.

Whilst other competitors at States and Nationals trained over 24 hours a week, Frank is constricted to 11 hours a week in order to keep his grades up at school.

Lack of training has not let Frank down, with his determination pushing him through the levels and putting him on the podium at number one.

He believes his studies have in fact helped him in his training and competitions, with his knowledge of body and energy systems helping him change his lifestyle choices to become stronger.

“It can be difficult to balance Grade 11 and gymnastics but I do subjects like recreational studies that have helped me keep fit,” he said.

“I have been learning about the systems and how they work and understanding how

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Mareeba gymnast Frank Tulloch has taken home gold from the Australian Gymnastics Championship, smashing personal goals and leveling up in all six apparatus. PHOTO BY WINKI PoP MEDIA.

daily tasks have been executed.

“It’s helped with my gymnastics because now I have an understanding of what I should be eating to reach peak performance and keep healthy and energised.”

Now training up for his next championship competitions in Level 9, Frank is eligible to make it to Internationals and is excited to see where that will take him.

As he completes his senior schooling, he hopes to find himself a career in coaching and the sporting industry, following in his mum and coach's footsteps.

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A FRIENDLY challenge has been posed to Mareeba residents as the Mareeba Tennis Club is set to host their community challenge at the club’s Chewko Road courts on Saturday 18 June.

From experienced players to no experience players, everyone is invited to participate in the challenge including businesses who can submit teams and play against other business’s teams.

Prizes will even be available for teams to win who really get into the team spirit of the community challenge.

This includes a prize for the best dressed or most social team and more, the prizes will be donated by the teams competing and the club hopes participants will oblige. All prize donations will be acknowledged on the day and in follow up media posts.

For more information and how to register for this year’s community challenge contact challenge organiser Craig Bulst on 0412 966 811.

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