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One of the many performers at the weekend’s Folk Festival, Bob Jones, from Ravenshoe, showed his talent with the fiddle.

THOUSANDS of music lovers from near and far gathered in Yungaburra over the weekend for the annual Tablelands Folk Festival.

The sweet sounds of folk music with a mixture of reggae, pop and ballad rang out through Yungaburra, with the town buzzing with visitors who not only came for the Folk Festival but for the popular monthly markets.

The great weather made it the weekend a success for everyone who attended.

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Townsville troops called in to help fight blazes MAJOR bushfires in Mutchilba have wreaked havoc over the past week, with the local brigade bringing on 12 new firefighters from Townsville to help fight the blazes.

From 23-30 October, firefighters have attended 19 blazes between Lakeland, Mareeba, Tablelands and Cairns.

A major fire in Mutchilba last Thursday raged through properties between Metzger Road, Mareeba Dimbulah Road, Barbetti Road, Craig Road and De Lacy Road, Piemonte Road and Algoma Road, triggering the first Seek Shelter Immediately emergency warning of the local fire season.

The Seek Shelter alert has since been revoked, however, firefighters are still tackling blazes in the area.

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sued for areas in Millstream, Ravenshoe and Tinaroo, keeping local firefighters on their toes all week.

Incident control coordinator Neil Parker said whilst many of the fires were accidental, some are still being treated as suspicious.

“It’s been a mixture – we had an alleged arson attack along the coast last night, which we have been investigating, and we have also had some accidental lightings caused by welders, slashers and even a trailer falling off a vehicle,” he said.

“There are a number of causes, and anything suspicious is being investigated.”

The local fire ban has also been extended until 6 November.

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Fury over “dodgy revenue raising” speeding fines

BY ELLIE FINK

COMMUTERS are furious with the Department of Transport and Main Roads for rejecting claims that a speed camera just outside Malanda in September is “dodgy” and “revenue raising”.

The more than 250 people nabbed by the camera believe it was calibrated wrong, claiming they were doing the 60km/h speed limit but were slapped with infringement notices for doing 79km/h.

Whether the camera was placed in an area that did not meet Queensland Police Service’s criteria is also being questioned as many of those caught up in the fiasco say they are at risk of losing their licence.

Last week, TMR stood its ground, rejecting any suggestion the camera was “dodgy,” advising that it had been checked, calibrated and was operating correctly.

“We are not aware of any inaccurate infringements having been issued. Infringements are issued by the Queensland Revenue Office,” a spokesperson said.

“We can advise 94% of vehicles passing the speed camera were not detected speeding. There were 342 offences at more than 20km/h over the speed limit and eight offences at more than 40km/h over the speed limit.

“The highest speed in the 60km/h zone was 124 km/h.

“We have reviewed the operation of all Transportable Road Safety Cameras and can confirm all camera devices are operating correctly.

“We are not aware of any inaccurate infringements having been issued, however, recipients who believe their in-

Member for Hill Shane Knuth with a number of people from Malanda who have fallen victim to a traffic speed camera they believe is faulty.

fringement is inaccurate can select from the options to contest it in court.”

Local business owner Kirsty Kidner has stepped up as a spokesperson for those who have received a fine, receiving several for her business cars and one for her personal car.

Over the 17 years of running the business, drivers have only been caught exceeding the speed limit no more than twice, but now she has to pay for five infringements detected in a week.

After speaking with other “victims” of the camera, Ms Kidner created a Facebook group for people to share their experiences and has made complaints to the Queensland Revenue Office, Department of Transport and Main Roads and Member for Hill Shane Knuth.

“For every one of those fines to be in the same 9, 10, 11 km’s over, it just seemed really random, and after talk-

ing to a lot of people in the area, I knew something was wrong,” she said.

“So, I put the word out and asked if anyone else had gotten a fine like this, and that is when I kind of got bombarded with people going ‘yes, I have three, four, even eight fines’.

“All of the photos (taken by the speed camera) were dark and it’s hard to tell who is driving, let alone which car it is.”

Commuters are also beginning to question the location of the camera, being placed at the bottom of two downhill descents and somewhere locals would not consider a “high crash zone”.

The placement has raised several eyebrows, with many taking to Facebook to call it “insensitive”.

“You’ve got two downhill declines …

I think it’s actually quick ludicrous,” Ms Kinder said.

“I think there was about 348 or so

Men charged over violent incidents A 27-year-old man has appeared in court over an incident in Ravenshoe in midOctober during which he allegedly threatened to kill officers from Tablelands Regional Council and assaulted police officers.

It is alleged the man threatened to kill council officers at an address on Major Street about 9.30am on 19 October, causing them to seek police assistance.

It will further be alleged that at about 11am when police attended with the TRC officers, the man launched himself at police, punching officers several times.

He was charged with three counts of obstruct police, two counts each of making threats and serious assault police causing bodily harm and one count each of wilful damage and serious assault police.

In another incident at Georgetown in mid-October, a 68-year-old Earlville man has been charged with going armed to cause fear, common assault and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle.

Police allege the man used a machete to threaten two people at a Western Creek campground at about 5.30pm on 19 October.

It will further be alleged the man then entered his vehicle and proceeded to drive in a dangerous manner around one of the victims.

The man is expected to appear in the Georgetown Magistrates Court on 13 December.

people who were fined in that three-point range, and if you look at that … that is $1548 for an organisation like ours (with five fines).

“If you think of it like that, that’s over $160,000 worth of fines for those 348 people in a span of two weeks.”

After being flooded with complaints from victims of the speed camera, Member for Hill Shane Knuth spoke about the matter in Parliament, demanding answers to TMR’s “absurd revenue-raising” tactic.

He is now demanding TMR doublecheck the calibration of the camera and provide evidence it is certified.

“I want to see cold, hard evidence that the device was certified and tested for calibration at the time it was installed, every day it was at the location and immediately after removal,” he said.

“I have asked for the Minister to provide what specific speed-related crashes have occurred in this 60 km/h zone in the past five years to justify placement of a speed camera device, who deployed the camera, what qualifications they had for deployment and evidence showing placement was valid and in accordance with Queensland Government policy and guidelines.”

Despite believing the camera is working as it should, Minister for Transport Mark Bailey has given a commitment to investigate the issue.

“I am not aware of any inaccurate infringements being given, however, given the Member’s representation … I am more than happy to have that checked, but we cannot tolerate people that are speeding on our roads,” he said.

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Park for all opens with a big splash

Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park owners Lachlan Farquharson and Shane Bettini are excited to officially open their accessible splash park.

A NEW accessible, one-of-a-kind splash park is now officially open at the Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park, and is set to be a major tourism drawcard for the region.

The multi-million dollar upgrade includes an accessible splash pad, a heated spa, a Queensland-first rejuvenating spray and a block of new villas.

Behind the upgrades are caravan park owners Lachlan Farquharson and Shane Bettini, who had a vision for a holiday getaway that could be accessed by everyone.

“We have really gone above and beyond in terms of accessibility, and we basically wanted everyone to be able to have fun,” Mr Farquharson said.

“In the pool, we have an accessible ramp, and then we have three rejuvenating sprays, and we are the first ones in Queensland to have them, and the area of the pool is 90 centimetres deep.

“So, if you are in a wheelchair, you can position yourself underneath it, and then you can get a therapeutic spray, and if you are able-bodied, you can just stand up in that area and have a nice massage on your back and shoulders.”

The new upgrades will be officially opened this Saturday, with a big pool party set to take place from 9am at the park.

“We are definitely really excited about it all,” Mr Farquharson said.

Evidence lacking in Councillor complaint what you're up against,” he told the meeting.

Mayor Rod Marti attempted to keep the matter in closed session but was out voted by the remaining councillors.

He declared a conflict of interest in the matter at the beginning of the meeting as did Community and Corporate Services general manager Hilary Jackson and Infrastructure and Environment Services general manager Mark Vis who were both listed as witnesses in the complaint. They all left the room as well as Cr Clifton while the agenda item was discussed and voted on.

The complaint lodged by Mayor Marti in May alleged that Cr Clifton

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had, on various dates, sent emails to Tablelands Regional Council staff, in which he used language and tone that could constitute inappropriate conduct under the Local Government Act. Chief executive officer Gary Rinehart outlined what the process had been in dealing with the complaint which had originally been referred to the Office of the Independent Assessor (OIA) - a government body that assesses complaints made about individual councillors.

Mr Rinehart said the OIA had “considered some matters, dismissed some matters and referred some matters back to council for consideration”.

“These matters are ordinarily con-

sidered by the Mayor assisted by officers and an independent investigator,” he said.

“In this case, because the Mayor was the complainant, the matters were referred to the Councillor Conduct Tribunal to conduct the investigation and provide a report to council.

“That investigation has determined that there is insufficient evidence to sustain inappropriate conduct on the councillor’s part and the recommendation is that the allegations of inappropriate conduct were not substantiated and that council take no further action.”

Describing the issue as a “low point in our term that I hope doesn't happen

again, Cr Hodge defended Cr Clifton, saying he had “walked a straight line”.

“I have to be very careful in what I say, but I believe that Cr Clifton walked a straight line – he is straightforward in what he says and sometimes, people might think it’s inappropriate,” he said.

“He doesn’t beat around the bush, he tells it as he sees it and calls it as he sees it.

“I think he walked the line here – I don’t have a problem with it.”

Mr Rinehart made a point of advising councillors that the complaint was not dismissed, it was “just that there wasn’t sufficient evidence to sustain the allegation”.

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TABLELANDS Councillor David Clifton will not have to defend himself in relation to an official complaint made

by Mayor Rod Marti about his conduct after an investigation found there was insufficient evidence to sustain the allegation.

At its September meeting, the matter was listed as a closed session item but Cr Peter Hodge moved to bring it into open session to allow the public to hear what occurred.

“I believe it should be in open session so the general public understands what goes on, what may go on and what the process is. If anyone wants to be a councillor, they need to understand

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Maximum effort pays off at awards

BY ROBYN HOLMES

A BUSINESS that has provided pest management services for two decades was named Business of the Year at a gala dinner on Saturday night to celebrate Mareeba Chamber of Commerce business excellence awards.

Nine awards were presented during the evening which culminated in Maximum Pest Management being given the top award as well as winning the Excellence in Service Industry category.

Owner Jodie Turner said she was genuinely shocked to win the award Earlier in the evening, emcee for the night and chamber vice-president Peter Apel spoke of how the Mareeba business community was “powering along reasonably well” despite downturns in other towns in Australia.

He told the crowd of a morning when he had been in Byrnes Street and had stood there just taking in just how bustling the main street was, saying the “place was heaving – it was terrific to see”.

“Then I came back into my office and heard on the news that the Australian economy was limping along – but not here,” he said.

“You have to trust what you see with you our own eyes, what’s happening in your own businesses – Mareeba is pumping.”

Best New Business went to Sweet n Sanity, a family business specialising in desserts highlighting local produce, with owner Sareeta Zandbergen operating out of her prop-

erty for some time before opening her shop in 2022.

Savannah in the Round took out the Excellence in Tourism Award, with event organiser James Dein telling the crowd it was an honour to receive the accolade and acknowledged the role partners such as the Queensland Government, Mareeba Shire Council and the town’s Rodeo Association played as critical in making the event the success it was today.

“This year, we had 18,500 come through the gates, with 45% of those coming from outside the Tropical North Queensland region,” he said.

“We feel very welcome in this town and we are already booking acts for next year’s festival.

“I’ve been in the event industry for 35 years and I’ve never had one if these – it really means a lot to us.”

Mareeba Yamaha won the Best Revitalised Business, after Lucy and Kevin Dunn had to re-establish the business after the building it was housed in on Byrnes Street was burned down by arsonists in July 2021.

The business operated out of the old ice works building in Hort Street before finally settling into a building on Walsh Street.

Excellence in Retail went to Circuit Tree Mobiles and Technology in Atherton Street, taking to Facebook on Sunday to say: “To say that we are stoked is an understatement and the shock is still setting in that we actually won this award-especially when our fellow nominees were just as deserving.

“We wouldn’t have gotten to this point

Max and Jodie Turner from Maximum Pest Management won the Mareeba Chamber of Commerce ‘Business of the Year’ award on Saturday night.

Pictured with Jeanette Sturiale from Mareeba Kids Campus who were the major sponsor of the event.

without our dedicated staff and we can’t thank them enough for all of the things they do for us.”

Excellence in Rural/Agriculture went to Skybury Farms, with Business and Brand Development manager Paul Fagg receiving the award and telling the audience that agribusinesses were doing it tough at the moment and facing some of the most challenging times with input costs and compliance demands.

PCYC won the People’s Choice – Community Service award, while Rosanna Avolio of Bellezza Beauty Bar in Byrnes Street won the People’s Choice – Excellence in Customer Service award.

The major sponsor of the Mareeba Business Excellence Awards was Mareeba Kids Campus, with other sponsors being Amaroo Estate, the Rotary Club of Mareeba, Ergon Energy, NBN Local, Sunwater, QITE, Millar Teitzel Accountants and Advisors, and the Mareeba and Dimbulah community branches of Bendigo Bank.

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Sailing club pleads with council over costs to expand toilets

BY ROBYN HOLMES A LOCAL sailing club has made a plea to Tablelands Regional Council for a reduction in its rates and charge as it tries to expand its toilet and shower amenities at the club grounds.

Annette and Roger Wadley from Tinaroo Sailing Club were granted a deputation to council last week so the group could put its case for reduced rates and charges before submitting an application for a major State Government grant to extend its ablution block.

Mrs Wadley, who is the volunteer grants officer and membership secretary for the club, which was established 60 years ago, told the council the grant application had to be submitted before 16 November and they wanted some reassurance on what they would pay council annually for the additional toilets before putting in the application.

She said if the club was successful in expanding the toilet and shower facilities, it would cost them an additional $6510 a year in council charges.

In her deputation, Mrs Wadley outlined the success of the club and the large number of people who attend events there.

“The club has produced four world champions, national champions and State champions,” she said.

“The club currently has 300 members plus their families – the club runs learn to sail weekend courses for the broader community, is utilised by numerous school groups that also camp at the club, members and their friends and families camp during holidays and weekends, we run an annual three-day regatta attracting more than 300 people who also camp, support the Wooden Boat Association regatta and we run fortnightly fun days.

“This is all with just one female and one male toilet and shower.

“These facilities do not meet the demand and the club does not have an all-ability access toilet and this is something that’s necessary to

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ensure that no one is excluded from participation.

“We require an extension to our amenities block including an all-abilities access toilet and additional toilets and showers which will cost $106,000.”

Mrs Wadley said the club was not-forprofit and was run entirely by volunteers who were “trying to keep our community active” and revealed their net profit in 2022 was only $18,300.

She said the club currently paid $12,793 in council rates per year and were now concerned about how much this would rise once the number of toilets were increased.

“The cost for the additional pedestals would be $930 per pedestal per year. This would bring the rates and charges up to nearly $20,000 per year,” she told council.

“We already have members on payment plans and putting up fees because of these new amenities for community learn to sail programs or school programs would put more negative pressure on participation.

“To leave these discussions regarding these additional yearly charges with council until after we are successful with our funding would just not make sense.

“To complete our funding application, we seek from council the approval to build the extension to the existing ablution block and some direction from council as to by what means council could give consideration to address these additional rate charges incurred by the e extra pedestals – whether this is by the negotiation of a new lease, by ongoing concessions or by other means. We seek your direction.”

Cr Peter Hodge gave a commitment the council would look at the situation and “understood exactly where you’re coming from” and urged the club to submit the application and “worry about the other thing later”.

Cr Kevin Cardew said he wasn’t aware of the amount of rates and charges the club paid and agreed it was an issue that needed to be looked at closely.

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Call to reduce water usage

MAREEBA residents are being asked to reduce water usage while three critical infrastructure projects at the town’s water treatment plant are being undertaken.

The upgrades are part of council’s 10-year water strategy and will increase capacity of the plant providing long-term water security to residents and businesses in Mareeba.

The projects involve the treatment plant’s filtration system, the raw water pump, and the booster pump station.

With the current hot and dry weather conditions, the treatment plant is operating close to capacity and residents are being urged to conserve water effective immediately.

At this stage, council is not enforcing water restrictions, however it warned that it may be necessary to introduce restrictions at short notice to enable certainty of water supply to residents.

Council is monitoring the situation and will notify the public if water restrictions need to be put in place.

Mulungu celebrates 30 years in community IT started with a simple need – for basic health care in the Mareeba Aboriginal community – and 30 years on, that need is being met thanks to Mulungu Aboriginal Incorporation Primary Health Care Service.

For any health organisation, hitting a 30-year milestone is quite significant according to CEO Gail Wason, who has watched Mulungu evolve and change for 15 years.

She has watched the original vision become a reality, with thousands of patients being seen at the medical centre since it was established.

“It all started with a collective of people coming together with the same common cause. We had our kids coming in and out of hospitals, and the community felt like they were being treated as second-class citizens,” she said.

“They would be going to the hospital and would be waiting with no follow-up, so they got together and rang Wuchopperen and said, ‘hey, we want to a deliver a service here in Mareeba for our community, how do we do this?’.”

Wuchopperen Health Service, an Aboriginal Health Organisation based in Cairns, had been established only 12 years beforehand and was making a positive effect on the Aboriginal community already.

It was the collective efforts of John Grainer, John Wason, Rose Collis, Dorothy Hastie, Thelma McNamara and George Gertz that established Mulungu and built it up to what it is today.

“They governed well in conjunction with Wuchopperen, but then, in their own right, they applied for funding and ap-

Mulungu Aboriginal Corporation corporate service manager Samanthia Dooley and CEO Gail Wason are excited to celebrate 30 years of providing health services to the local Aboriginal community.

plied for incorporation and then lobbied for the service to be held in Mareeba,” Ms Wason said.

“They first started in the alleyway behind the Graham Hotel … they first had a room in there and that is all they had and then the doctor used to come up here.

“They then moved across the road to Walsh Street in the little pink house on the corner.

“From there, they got more funding to buy property in Sutherland Street and modify it to be a clinic, and we started bringing in more patients.”

The organisation bought on several healthcare workers as they continued to expand, with their very first one still em-

ployed with them to this day.

Today, Mulungu operates out of its facility on Walsh Street next to the IGA and also has a clinic in Atherton, which was opened in 2021.

Their dental clinic in Atherton has some of the best dental equipment in Australia, with state of the art technology helping Aboriginal locals keep their pearly whites shining.

“Dental costs a lot of money for resources and we have the latest technology and we bought that technology before it even hit Australia,” Ms Wason said.

“Aboriginal people here do not have good oral health and that is what we want to overcome, so we want to be able to

provide a free service to those who need it most.”

Corporate services manager Samanthia Dooley said having the dental clinic also worked hand in hand with all the other services the clinic provided, benefitting the overall health of Aboriginal people in the community.

“It all works side by side I guess, with other health because if you have bad teeth, you can also get chronic diseases and it affects your mental health and confidence – so it’s holistic,” she said.

The staff has increased from 22 members to almost 120 members over the past 30 years, with Ms Wason highlighting the importance of “growing” local people within the company.

“We love growing local people, and I think providing a dedicated, caring service to Mareeba shows that because we see the babies that came in here now 30 years old,” she said.

“It is all about people from the heart.

“We are still growing people and we know there is a lot of issues to work on, I guess – a lot of healing still has to happen.

“We see people in the park drinking, we see all these issues, and we want healing, and we want to be able to heal them and help them become good citizens, all for the better.”

To celebrate their major milestone, Mulungu is hosting a ball at St Stephens Catholic College’s Holy Spirit Centre, with tickets already sold out.

They hope to come together and look back on their biggest highlights and look into the future of the service.

Christmas Celebrations Christmas Lights Competition Entries Close: Friday, 8 December 2023 Nominations are now open for the Mareeba Shire Council and The Express Newspaper Christmas Lights Competition. Businesses and residents are encouraged to light up for Christmas!

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Submit your entry by visiting www.msc.qld.gov.au or scanning the below QR Code. You will be asked to attach a 20 to 30 second video of your entry to the nomination form. Please contact Council if you can’t enter the competition online and we will find a solution for you.

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Businesses Christmas Lights $100 Cash Incentive Council invites businesses to decorate their shopfront with Christmas decorations and lights.

Council has made $100 in cash available to the first seventy-five businesses to assist with the purchase of Christmas lights.

In addition, participating businesses will be entered into Council’s Christmas-themed augmented reality (AR) treasure hunt.

The Hunt will launch on Friday, 17 November 2023 and will encourage mobile phone users to visit shops across the Shire over a period of four weeks to find Christmas-themed animations.

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Residents present Peterson Creek petition to council A PETITION with more than 2500 signatures has been presented to Tablelands Regional Council, highlighting the significance of the Peterson Creek walking track in Yungaburra.

Yungaburra Association president Ken Jack met TRC Mayor Rod Marti on the steps of the Disaster Coordination Centre last Thursday to deliver a report containing the petition results and testimonies.

The report, compiled by the association, also showed the level of tourism the track attracts, with 201 responses to the petition coming from international visitors.

Mr Marti welcomed the petition and pledged to explore options to preserve the evidently beloved destination.

“We understand and are fully across the issues that are going on (with the walking track)," he said.

Yungaburra Association president Ken Jack handed the Peterson Creek Walking Track petition to TRC Mayor Rod Marti last week.

“We thank Ken Jack and Yungaburra Association for bringing us this petition today.

“I would just like to reaffirm that, as a council, we are doing everything that we can to secure that walking track.

“We understand the impor-

tance of that walking track to the Yungaburra community, and we are doing everything we can in a strategic and sequential way.

"We are fully committed to progressing that.”

Yungaburra Association treasurer Rolf Straatemeier ex-

pressed his appreciation for the community's support since he initiated the petition three weeks ago, hoping it will give TRC solid evidence of the track’s usage.

“The association is just so thankful for all the people who have supported the petition, especially because it was only conducted over a short period of time and it obtained an excellent response,” he said.

“Hopefully, our council will see just how important it is to the community and act accordingly.”

Mr Straatemeier also urged locals from across the Tablelands to “hold their councillor accountable” and continue to advocate for the track.

“Whether you live in Ravenshoe or Tolga, ensure that your local councillor can help support this important asset on the Tablelands,” he said.

$1.5m boost for Priors Creek

THE much-anticipated Priors Creek development that will transform a disused section of a rail corridor into a high-quality family-orientated recreational area for Atherton has been boosted, with the announcement of more than $1.5 million in State Government funding.

The funding will support delivery of shared pathways, signage, lighting, shade trees, bike racks, and an active transport bridge linking the development with residential areas on the northern side of Priors Creek.

Making the announcement last week, Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said the funding was part of the Cycle Network Local Government Grants program.

“I’m excited to hear about Tablelands Regional Council’s Priors Creek Development project to revitalise the heart of Atherton and provide a new space for the community to spend time outdoors and keep active together, including opportunities to provide improved options for people walking and riding in the area,” he said.

“The Queensland Government is proud to provide more than $1.5 million in funding to deliver shared pathways, signage, lighting, shade trees and bike racks across the development area.

“The funding will also support construction of an active transport bridge linking the development with residential areas on the northern side of Priors Creek.

“This investment forms part of the $328 million that the Queensland Government has committed towards active transport over the next four years.

“We know that, on average, every dollar we invest in bike infrastructure will return nearly five dollars in economic benefit to Queensland with improved health outcomes, reduced traffic congestion, and lower transport costs.”

Mayor Rod Marti was thrilled when he received the news.

“This announcement is great news for the Tablelands region, the Priors Creek Development and our ongoing commitment to active transport in our region,” he said.

“The funding is a critical early instalment that will bolster council’s commitment to Stage 1 of the Priors Creek Development.

“It’s also fitting the first money to come through is from the Department of Transport and Main Roads given the Atherton Tablelands Rail Trail is the backbone of Priors Creek.

“We look forward to working with the Government as we transform Atherton into a bustling 21st century centre.”

Last week, Tablelands Regional Council voted to shortlist Lakehouse Properties Pty Ltd and Clarkson Family Trust and ask for written tenders from both parties for the sale of freehold lots as part of the Priors Creek development.

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Containers program expands THE successful Containers for Change program is set to be expanded in the Mareeba Shire, after the council was approached by existing operators to increase the number of locations where containers can be dropped.

Container Exchange (QLD) Limited (COEX) and Cairns Recycling will work with the council to provide additional points where locals can drop off plastic and glass containers including one at Arara Street, Kuranda, a public bin trial at Kuranda, and the installation of a waste transfer station bulk bin at some of the shire’s waste transfer stations.

“We have worked with Mareeba Shire for just shy of five years to deliver the Containers for Change Scheme,” Brad Luders from Mareeba Recycling explained.

“Our combined efforts with community buy-in has delivered positive impacts on the environment across the region.

“We proposed three solutions to enhance the program and we look forward for the first solution, the Kuranda Bag Drop, to be installed by Christmas.”

An avid supporter of recycling, Cr Lenore Wyatt said it made sense to start the expansion of the program at Kuranda.

“For us as a council it made sense to pick Kuranda as the first town to receive a shipping container. Kuranda residents are conscious about the environment and this container will replace the metal cages used for recycling purposes at Arara Street,” she said.

“The container will be branded Kuranda-style with pictures of cassowaries and native trees and

will be more aesthetically pleasing than the current solution.

“Residents will be given the opportunity to either cash-in on the containers recycled or donate the proceeds to their chosen charity. Additional information and video tutorials will be made available on council’s website when the container is installed.”

The second solution is the installation of six public bins in Kuranda’s CBD for recycling of eligible containers as part of a trial.

“Residents and visitors can use these bins to recycle eligible containers with the proceeds being donated to the Mayor’s Christmas Appeal,” Cr Wyatt said.

A report to council advised that the move would result in a cost saving to council, with all public litter collected in Kuranda, including eligible containers, currently taken to the Advanced Resource Recovery Facility, where council pays for the transport, a gate fee, and disposal of residual waste.

“The purpose of the trial will be to determine whether there is adequate take-up of the service, quantify contamination and theft, and determine whether the system could be further rolled out in Kuranda or other locations throughout Mareeba Shire,” it stated.

The third action will involve the installation of a waste transfer station bulk bin, with the initial rollout expected to be at Mareeba and Kuranda, followed by Julatten and potentially other transfer stations across the shire. The bins will replace the yellow-lid recycle bins at transfer stations.

Mareeba State High School students learning about car safety at the RYDA program.

Students given the tools to be road safe STUDENTS from Mareeba State High School and Mount St Bernard College had the opportunity to learn more about road safety during the Mareeba Rotary Club’s Youth Drivers Awareness (RYDA) program.

This program comprises a series of handson workshops with the objective of reshaping young individuals', particularly those aged

between 16 and 18 years old, perspectives on road safety.

Within the one-day event, students gained firsthand experience in braking at varying speeds, strategised for practical travel scenarios, and received insights from road safety experts on safeguarding themselves, their friends, and their families.

New fund now open for community projects A NEW community grant program has been launched aimed at providing financial support for projects and activities that bring about tangible improvements in mental and physical well-being, skills training, and employment opportunities for the western Tablelands area.

The community fund has been launched by leading Far North community development program provider, TRACQS, and is aimed at benefiting not only organisations and businesses but also

individuals within the diverse communities of the western Tablelands region.

In alignment with their commitments to the Australian Government and the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA), TRACQS is dedicated to the pursuit of sustainable employment opportunities for job seekers, with the majorityowned indigenous organisation delivering services in over 20 regional and remote communities.

Under the banner of their ethos, “Leading the

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Applications are open now and will close on Friday 10 November. The grant funding amounts of $20,000 are accessible to all individuals, organisations and businesses within TRACQS Community Development Program region of the western Tablelands.

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Bid to change division boundaries fails

BY ROBYN HOLMES A BID to change two of the divisional boundaries of Tablelands Regional Council has failed.

In February, Division 2 Cr Annette Haydon made a plea to have the boundaries reviewed because of the high workload in her area.

At the time, Cr Haydon said she had three towns in her division being Ravenshoe, Herberton and Mt Garnet which presented a “huge challenge” and was, at times, “overwhelming”, and suggested Cr Kevin Cardew could manage the additional workload if one of the towns was taken into Division 1.

Cr Cardew was totally against the

move but was outvoted by the remaining councillors.

Under the proposal, Herberton and Moomin would have been placed within Division 1 but to ensure that Division 2 kept a similar number of voters, a significant area which included the entire localities of Wondecla and Upper Barron would have been cut off Division 1 and added into Division 2.

The Queensland Electoral Commission agreed to review the boundaries despite pointing out that all six divisions of TRC had approximately the same number of electors.

Last week, the Local Government Change Commission announced that all division boundaries in the TRC

would remain the same after community consultation on the change was completed in July.

The commission received 48 submissions from the TRC area, with 18 supporting the change, 25 submissions against the change, and five submissions which did not express a definitive position.

“The Change Commission did not consider the proposed transfer of Herberton from Division 2 to Division 1 was in the public interest and recommended that there be no change to the divisional boundaries of the Tablelands Regional Council,” Electoral Commissioner Pat Vidgen said.

After hearing the decision, Cr Card-

ew said he was relieved that common sense had prevailed.

“The commission made the right decision – under the legislation, the number of voters in each division is relatively equal and changing the boundaries to put Herberton in Division 1 would have upset all the other boundaries and the other divisions,” he said.

“It also would have impacted upon the communities within the divisions of 1 and 2.

“With regards to the functions of the councillor in Division 2, it doesn’t matter where you live within the TRC footprint, all councillors are responsible for the hole of the shire, not just their particular division.

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“I think it’s been looked at, and previously, I believe, and there are no changes so that’s a good thing for everyone - less cost to ratepayers and taxpayers for what would have been very little purpose.”

Cr Haydon said the review was requested because of the geographical distribution.

“I’m comfortable with the outcome of the review which was intended to balance civic responsibilities across councillors so that people feel represented,” she said.

“Some of the submissions indicate that people aren’t aware that most of the Wondecla township is actually represented by Division 1.”

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Book showcases beauty of nature

A BOOK showcasing Australian and world tropics' most beautiful bird and a love story straight from a movie has been well received in the natural history and conservation community, selling hundreds of copies across the region.

A Wild Romance by Topaz’s Cliff and Dawn Frith OAMs, is a 400 page book with over 200 colourful photographs, telling the tale of a nature-loving couple on a coral atoll near Madagascar 50 years ago and immediately fell in love.

Together, they worked to discover and share the wonders of the world, publishing over 150 peer-reviewed papers in scientific journals and over 15 illustrated books.

Since A Wild Romance was released, Cliff said he had received a highly encouraging response, and he hoped the book would help readers appreciate the importance of wildlife conservation.

“The response to date has been highly encouraging and flattering, with people expressing interest and pleasure in both the text and photographs of the volume,” he said.

“Our sincere hope is that the book will hopefully encourage people to appreciate and relate

to nature and thus come to value and protect it.

“It would also especially thrill us to think that it might stimulate and encourage young people to consider working in some field of biology, zoology, environment, or conservation, and perhaps birds (ornithology) in particular.”

During the recent launch of the book in Atherton, Dawn was unable to attend as she has Alzheimer’s disease. It was tough for Cliff, but he said he was grateful for the support of those who attended the launch and the staff at the Tablelands Regional Gallery.

“The book launch at the Tableland Regional Gallery in Atherton, thanks to all of the fine staff and volunteers there, was a great success, with some 120 people enjoying a fine, supportive and family-like atmosphere, which meant very much to me in the extremely difficult circumstance of my dear wife Dawn’s absence,” he said.

Cliff is now in the process of writing a major natural history book about Australian Birds, carrying his and Dawn’s legacy into the next generation.

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MAREEBA residents are being advised that planned excavation works to supply and install a new trunk sewer pipeline and water main in Keeble Street, Strattmann Street and Jacobsen Street will affect traffic movements around that area.

Mareeba Shire Council said the works would affect traffic movements until 8 December.

The works are part of an Infrastructure upgrade to supply and install a new trunk sewer pipeline which will connect the previously upgraded section upstream from Rankin Street and discharges upstream of the Granite Creek pump station at Byrnes Street.

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Celebrating happiness

Region’s natural assets answer to nation’s power woes: Katter

DIMBULAH State School marked Mental Health Awareness Week recently, embracing the theme of “Do What Makes You Happy”.

Students created a vibrant “happiness chain”, showcasing their sources of joy, including family, friends, gardening, outdoor play, fishing, swimming, and spending time with pets.

The School Support Team also put together an informative display, guiding students on connecting with vital mental health support agencies like KidsHelpline, HeadSpace and Beyond Blue.

Stressing the importance of physical activity and nutritious eating, the event featured enticing fruit platters from local produce and an invigorating physical activity circuit led by Kyan Sheppard, a fitness instructor from the local FC Crew gym, who generously donated his expertise and time.

Both students and staff actively participated in the activities, gaining valuable insights to support their ongoing mental health awareness and overall well-being.

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NORTH Queensland’s natural assets are the answer to nation’s electricity woes, says Member for Kennedy Bob Katter.

Mr Katter made the comments in response to warnings from regulatory authorities about power shortages, and constant delays and cost blowouts associated with “nationbuilding” project – Snowy 2.0.

The troubled 2200mw hydro project, which was set to be powering about three million homes next year, has blown out from about $2 billion to $12 billion and is unlikely to be generating any power for at least another four years.

Mr Katter, who was a former Queensland electricity minister, said he was baffled why governments had not instead looked to North Queensland to achieve a similar outcome – a region with some of the nation’s tallest mountain ranges, and highest rainfall which are two critical components for a successful hydro scheme.

After recently asking the Minister for Climate Change if he was aware, and had a plan for the more than 9000mw in reliable, baseload coal-fired power exiting the grid over the next five years, Mr Katter said he didn’t receive a plan, rather

a response stating, “it’s all the Libs’ fault”.

With no concrete plan for baseload generation in sight and constant delays to Snowy 2.0, Mr Katter is calling for a rethink of the nation’s electricity generating strategy, including additional use of carbon to produce valuable by-products.

“The only area where you can get real hydro is in North Queensland - we've got the height and we've got the rainfall. If North Queensland was its own country, it would be the wettest country on earth,” he said.

“Other regions might have the height, but they don't have the rainfall.”

The two catchments associated with Snowy 2.0, Talbingo and Tantangara, report an average annual rainfall of 850mm and 1996mm respectively. Tully in North Queensland records over 4000mm per year.

“The $12 billion (estimated for Snowy) could have built the Bradfield Scheme, with Hells Gates’ potential to generate more than 100mw, Tully Hydro 1000mw and a 2500mw modern high efficiency, low emissions (HELE) coal-fired power station accompanied by algae ponds at Collinsville,” Mr Katter said.

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Calling youth to join theatre crew

2023 Mareeba Rotary Youth Speaks winner Lillia Joslin with runner-up Ella Mayes.

Quirky subject wins speaking award

ICE cream was the winning subject at this year’s Mareeba Rotary Club Youth Speaks competition.

Lillia Joslin, a year 6 Mareeba Primary School student, shared a three-minute pre-prepared speech about ice cream that won the judges over.

St Thomas student Ella Mayes was awarded the encouragement award for her speech about body image issues.

Mareeba Rotary Club’s Ida Portella said this year’s competition saw four schools send representatives.

“It’s an opportunity to give young people the chance to speak,” she said.

All schools in the Mareeba Shire are invited to send two Year six students each to take part.

Ms Portella said Rotary Youth Speaks was a competition initiated by the late Cedric Davies OAM many years ago.

“It was brought in as there is no competition

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(like Lions Youth of the Year) for primary school aged children and to encourage people of that age to do some public speaking,” she said.

Year six students are given the opportunity to enter the competition, choose their own topic and speak about it for three minutes.

They then present this, without a microphone, to a panel of judges.

“You would be surprised what they can talk about when it’s planned and prepared…it’s amazing,” Ms Portella said.

“Lillia spoke about ice cream and it was really, really clever and well done.”

Ms Portella said it was surprising how many of the students then went on to take part in other public speaking activities, as well as the Lions Youth of the Year.

“This initiative is just one of a range of programs for youth that we run,” she added.

TALENTED kids interested in being part of a new production are being encouraged to join the #SUP? Youth Theatre crew at Julatten.

Run by the Centre for Australasian Theatre, co-director/president Catherine Hassall said the program welcomed youth from 12-18 years of age to take part.

Ms Hassall said #SUP? was a safe and supportive space for youth to be involved and show their creative side.

“We are looking for any young people who want to be involved in helping to make a new production,” she said.

The bonus of #SUP? is that every production is original and everything is developed from new.

“I facilitate but the young people are in control of everything. Young people who have an interest in the performing arts should come along," she said.

Regular classes are held at Geraghty Park Hall, Julatten, for 12-18 year olds with a number of upcoming dates to prepare for this year’s performance. ““#SUP? Theatre by Young People for All People makes new contemporary performances through theatre games, ensemble collaboration and creative expression," Ms Hassall said.

"If you are more interested in lights, tech, sound, front of house, stage manager, costumes, sets, film/photography, there is a place for you too.”

This year’s theme, Space Jump, Gateway to Eternity, is about young people exploring what the meaning of life is.

“It’s playfully looking at the big questions.

Life; choose your own adventure story,” she said.

All young people are invited to be part of the production with classes to be held throughout November and December, with the final performance to be held on 2 December.

“Because it’s new and devised work, they are not being put into someone else’s mould and they can take it at their own pace,” Ms Hassall said.

The performance process is supported by the Mareeba Shire Council through the arts fund.

“Because they are given the freedom to make theatre in their own way, it gives them outlets they don’t have at school,” Ms Hassall said.

"They find the freedom of expression to them here is inspiring. It’s very inclusive and builds confidence.

"Everybody is accepted for who they are, we encourage that.

“We really try to enable them to be who they are and we are really interested in their point of view.”

All youth aged between 12 and 18 are welcome to attend the free classes on the following dates: Friday, 10 November - 4.30-6.30pm Friday, 17 November - 4.30-6.30pm Saturday, 18 November - 10-4pm.

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For more information contact Catherine Hassall on 0411 170 524 or email cat@ australasiantheatre.org

Community project funding available COMMUNITY groups are being encouraged to apply now for up to the $10,000 through the 2023 Ergon-Energex Community Fund.

Ergon Energy Network and Energex are looking for initiatives that will make a lasting difference in local communities, including projects with a focus on environmental sustainability.

This could involve projects that might support preparedness for weather events, or disaster

recovery, for example, impacts to community infrastructure, mental health and wellbeing.

Or it could be projects that will help the community play a part in renewable energy transformation and Queensland’s target of Net Zero emissions by 2050.

To apply, go to www.ergon.com.au/network/ our-commitment/in-the-community/community-fund Applications are open until Friday 24 November.

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MAREEBA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS Saturday 28 October – Mareeba International Club

The Excellence in Tourism award went to Savannah in the Round. James Dein accepted the award from category sponsor Louise Barnes from NBN Local.

Rosanna Avolio (right) from Bellezza Beauty Bar won the people’s choice Customer Service award which was presented

by Mareeba Rotary’s Charlie Martens.

The people’s choice Customer Service award went to Mareeba PCYC. Category sponsor Ryley Tilse from Amaroo Estate presented the award to PCYC’s Mary-Anne West.

Sweet n Sanity won the New Business of the Year award.

Sareeta Zandbergen with sponsor Gilbert Teitzel from Millar and Teitzel.

Excellence in Rural/Agriculture was awarded to Skybury Farms.

Andrew Cooper from Sunwater presented the award to Paul Fagg.

Skybury Farms won the ag award

Mareeba Yamaha won the Best Revitalised Business award.

Kevin and Lucy Dunn accepted the award from sponsor, Bendigo Bank’s Stephen Gear.

The Excellence in Retail award went to Circuit Tree Mobiles and Technology. Sponsor Jillian Trout from QITE presented the award to Maisie van Ryt.

Councillor Update

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Mareeba Shire Councillor Daniel (Danny) Bird I am pleased to provide an update to residents and ratepayers on some of the latest news from Council.

Small Business Hub Small business owners are invited to register to attend the Small Business Hub on Tuesday, 14 November 2023 at Kuranda or Mareeba for a free 20-minute oneon-one appointment.

This is an opportunity to connect and learn about government assistance such as grants, programs and incentives. You can also ask for advice and assistance to develop workforce plans, and access government programs and funding initiatives that support workforce attraction and retention.

Visit Council’s website for further information about this Queensland Government initiative and to register.

Australia Day Awards Nominations for Council’s annual Australia Day Awards have opened. This year, we will have a range

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If you know an inspiring individual, group or event, I would like to encourage you to please nominate them for an award. Visit Council’s website or Customer Service Centre for more information.

Get Ready Over the last few weeks, we have had multiple fires burning across our region which resulted in a fire ban for many local government areas in North Queensland, including Mareeba Shire.

This fire season is shaping up to be a big one, and it is absolutely vital that our community plays its part to reduce their bush fire risk.

Please ensure you understand your risk, make a bush fire survival plan and

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pack an evacuation kit in advance. Visit Get Ready Queensland for great resources to help you stay safe and Council’s emergency dashboard for the latest warnings.

Finally, I would like to remind residents that my fellow Councillors and I am always available to talk to you if there is ever a Council matter you would like to discuss. I welcome your contact.

Thank you.

Councillor Danny Bird P: 0467 304 744 E: dannyb@msc.qld. gov.au

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Behind Every Small Business is a story “EVERY TIME YOU SPEND MONEY YOURE CASTING A VOTE FOR THE KIND OF WORLD YOU WANT “ (Ann Lappe) “The Humpy’’ was born out of passion and hard work in 1964, along with its very own little story, which in itself made it an ICONIC place on the Atherton Tablelands for many locals & visitors.

In 1995 it was purchased by Giovanna & Peter Griffiths from Humpy founders Jeff & Estelle Bowcock.

From there it was closed for 4 weeks to freshen up and do a slight revamp. Roughly every seven years a little in store rearrange here and there was carried out. Each change brought an exciting new chapter and possibility.

Giovanna and Peter worked extremely hard together in both their first business (IGA Atherton for 15 years) and here at The Humpy. Unfortunately small business sometimes takes its toll, and both their relationship and business partnership was dissolved in 2016 (they remain friends).

Giovanna pushed through one of her hardest times in her personal life. And that was made possible with the love of family, friends and her determination to continue the success of The Humpy.

We are very proud of the fact some of our Suppliers and Farmers have been supplying us for 37 years (from our IGA days).

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ENTERTAINMENT

New hilarious comedy set for stage ATHERTON Performing Arts will bring the witty comedy, Entertaining Angels, by Richard Everett to audiences this month.

Live performances of the MA15+ rated theatre production will be held at the Silo Road Theatre between 10-19 November.

The play, initially starring Penelope Keith, was a sellout when first performed in England in 2008 and has been acclaimed internationally since then.

This hilarious and touching comedy will have audiences leaving with laughter in their hearts.

Entertaining Angels is set in the garden of an English country rectory where the saga unfolds.

Vicar Bardy has recently died, however still has a relationship with wife Grace who is very much alive. Add to the equation the arrival of Grace’s sister Ruth who has a secret past and the new vicar who also carries her own secrets, leaving Grace’s daughter Jo to sort it all out.

It’s a play filled with sharp-edge comedy.

Entertaining Angels is directed by Anne Wilson, and stars (the vicar) Sean Bennett as Bardy (the vicar), Jacqui Stephens as Grace (vicar's wife), Myna Riber as Jo (their daughter), Marg Procter as Ruth (vicar's wife's sister), and Sarah Riber as Sarah (new vicar).

Behind the scenes will be Stage Manager Phyne Dugdell, techie Geo Toner and assistant techie Meena Riber, while Antonia and Rob Mian have completed the backdrop to reflect an English Rectory country garden.

Performance dates and times are – 10 November (Friday) 7.30pm, 11 (Saturday) 8pm, 12 (Sunday) 2.30pm, 17 (Friday) 7:30pm, 18 (Saturday) 8pm and 19 (Sunday) 2.30pm.

Tickets $25 Adult, $20 Concession, $20 p/p group of 10 people. Budget sessions will be held on Friday 10 November and Saturday 11 November for $20/adult and $15/concession.

Tickets are available from Tableland Books Atherton, online at www.athertonperformingarts.com.au or at the door (cash only).

The witty and holarious comedy, Entertaining Angels starts at Atherton Performing Arts on Friday 10 November.

Local crafts on show THE creative spirits of Mareeba are shining bright at the Mareeba Library, with a display put together by a local craft group.

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FINALS fever has hit the bull riding scene, as cowboys and cowgirls from across the north are getting excited about the Great Northern Bullriding Series grand final.

The final will attract the circuit's top riders and supporters to the series’ home ground in Atherton and raise funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

“We are donating all proceeds to the Make-A-Wish Foundation once again this year, so we are making sure we are looking after those who are less fortunate in our community,” organiser Peter Brown said.

“There are four titles up for grabs, so three of those four titles will be won or lost on the night because that is how close the points are with these cowboys.

“We will have a pyrotechnics light show with all your flames and revolving lights to kick off the show – it gives it that little bit extra.”

Up-and-coming band No Tomorrow will perform throughout the bull ride this year, keen to make themselves known on the local stage.

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No Tomorrow will be playing during the series final.

Munro said they were keen to play a selection of originals and covers and get patrons dancing into the night.

“We are stoked to be playing at this year's Great Northern Bullriding Series because it is something new for us three boys in the band,” he said.

“I think we are at the best

point this band has been since the start. Finally, we have put full focus into the band with our covers and also our own original music that we have, which we are getting ready to record very soon.

“We are stoked for the (event) and what’s to come in the future for us three boys -

the bull ride will be our third last show for the year, so ending it big.”

The event is set to kick off at the Atherton Showgrounds on 11 November.

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MELBOURNE Cup is just around the corner and there’s plenty of events happening locally to attend and enjoy.

The "race that stops a nation" will be held next Tuesday afternoon and venues are gearing up to provide an atmosphere to celebrate Australia's most famous horse race.

Racegoers headed for The Graham Hotel in Mareeba will be greeted with a complimentary glass of bubbles to enjoy with their buffet luncheon.

At $45 per person, the buffet lunch will be followed by a best dressed male and female, best hat and fascinator and lucky door prizes are also up for grabs.

Publican Brian Callow promised there would be a “great atmosphere and plenty of cold beer”.

Atherton’s International Club will host another cup luncheon for $80 per person which includes bubbles, wine and beer for the duration of the event, a mouthwatering two-course meal and free entry into the lucky door prize pot valued at $500.

Atherton International Club’s Kyle Heeman said they would award cash prizes for best dressed attendees (first $100 and second $50) and there would also be live entertainment.

“Everyone is welcome, we want people to come along and get dressed up for the event,” he said.

From 11am-3pm the club will have sweeps, as well as a mini calcutta and will play the running of the Melbourne Cup. At Carrington Hotel, the venue will open early for a day of racing fun.

The normal menu will be on offer and patrons will vie for a prize in the best dressed competition.

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National Ag Day fosters greater connection with food and fibre

BY BRIGITTE DALEY THIS month, Australians are being urged to think about the food farmers produce and where it comes from, with National Agriculture Day being celebrated on 17 November.

The National Farmers Federation (NFF) is encouraging everyone to celebrate and learn about Australia's incredible farm sector, with this year’s theme of “Grow you good thing!”

Former NFF president Fiona Simson said the annual shout out to farmers and the incredible food and fibre they grow could not come at a better time.

“We have an El Nino on our hands and some farmers are facing a very poor outlook for the season ahead,” she said.

“That being said, Aussie farmers work hard to make sure the impact of dry times is barely felt at dinner tables.

“Our farmers are the best in the business.

“A huge amount of planning and careful management goes into making sure food and fibre still gets grown despite difficult times.

“It’s always wonderful to see communities coming together

on Ag Day to celebrate Aussie farming.

“It doesn’t matter where you live, that connection to farming is such an important part of our identity as Australians.”

Greg and Bronwyn English, of Eachamvale, have been having primary school students visit their dairy farm for the last 15 years.

They commenced hosting the student visits after the Malanda State School approached them about a farm visit to enable students to see a cow being milked as a result of a segment which the school was doing on agriculture.

“Students can touch and pat a cow and have a real life experience,” Bronwyn said.

“The students see what the cows eat, where they are milked, they can put their thumbs into the milking machines and see the milk tanker collect the milk.

“It is a real hands-on experience.”

Greg and Bronwyn feel it is important for students to have hands-on, real life experiences to know where their food comes from.

“Back in the day, almost everyone had a connection to a

farm,” Bronwyn said.

“They either grew up on a farm or had other family members or friends who owned one and they would go there for the holidays.

“Everything has changed dramatically over the years. It’s important that everyone knows where their milk comes from.”

In August this year, Greg and Bronwyn took a cow to the Malanda Community Kindergarten so the children could see her being milked, and earlier in the year, a group of Cairns school students visited their dairy farm.

Last year they had a visit from primary school students from the Dimbulah State School and a recent visit by the Malanda State School enthralled primary school students.

Malanda State School Prep teacher Karen Hunter said the English family had been hosting the Prep students on this excursion for many years.

“It provides a wonderful link between the community and the school, giving the children real life experience in the industry that the Malanda area is known for,” Karen said.

Farmers experience immense environmental and financial

challenges on a daily basis.

Now, a new threat is on the horizon.

Food Standards Australia is currently assessing Australia’s first application from lab-grown meat company Vow to sell “meat”, produced from animal cells in a laboratory, in Australian supermarkets.

A decision is expected in March next year as to whether the product will be allowed to be sold on supermarket shelves.

The United States gave its approval on 21 June this year, paving the way for the nation's first-ever sales of lab-grown meat.

Malanda Beef Plan Group president Gordon Carcary said the beef cattle industry, as well as other associated industries, was an important contributor to the region’s economy.

“I feel that eating locally produced beef supports local farmers and local communities,” Gordon said.

National Agriculture Day also serves as a time for young people to consider a career in the industry. Rewarding careers in agriculture can be accessed through Career Harvest which is a hub for the most cutting-edge

Hands-on experience: Malanda State School students loved patting one of Greg and Bronwyn English’s magnificent dairy cows. Pictured at the halter are Frances and Mary English.

careers within the food and fibre industries.

Malanda State High School Agriculture teacher Dave Kilpatrick said a career in agriculture opened up a world of opportunity.

“When you think of agriculture, most would have an image of machinery and livestock, however agricultural professions come in many forms,” Dave said.

“There are university pathways to qualifications such as research technicians, engineers, biotechnologists, agronomists, veterinarians and even teachers!

“There are trade-based op-

tions for important jobs such as meat processing, butchers and chefs as well as the traditional jobs such as farm hands, ringers and livestock transport operators.

“There is one more thing that ties all these professions together – agricultural careers feed the world’s population. There is nothing more important than that.”

Entries are now open for the coveted Ag Day photo and video competition with a prize pool of $5,000 up for grabs. Entries close on Friday 17 November.

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WITH summer now rapidly approaching and the effects of the El Nino being felt, livestock producers are looking at ways of reducing the heat burden on their livestock.

Wandana Waters Rainforest Tree Nursery owners Bruce and Tracey Jenkins branched out and started growing rainforest trees around five years ago for their own regenerative work on their property.

“It took off from there - I got a bit carried away!” Bruce said.

Now with an annual production of between 15,000-20,000 rainforest trees, they have been operating their business for four years.

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have numerous significant benefits for livestock as well as the land: • Shade enhances animal welfare by reducing the heat loads on livestock.

• Shelter belts of trees reduce the wind chill factor on livestock by providing windbreaks for them and allowing better control over livestock heat loads.

• Operator comfort for people working on properties is improved.

• Trees are invaluable for assisting with erosion management and control, salinity control, increasing local biodiversity by providing wildlife habitats and increasing the value of land.

It is also a well-known fact that heat stress results in a significant decline in the reproductive performance of cattle and buffaloes. Dairy cattle, in particular, suffer from decreased conception and pregnancy rates as a result of heat stress in hot weather with less animals going back in calf.

Hot cows result in less milk and shade has proven to be useful in increasing the milk yields of dairy cattle and the liveweight gains of beef cattle in hot climates.

In studies conducted, trees can reduce radiant heat loads on animals by 50% or more.

“I have heard figures quoted that for every one kilometre that a cow has to walk in hot weather, they can lose up to one litre of milk for dairy cattle or one kilogram of liveweight gain for beef cattle which ultimately is lost by the producer,” Bruce said.

He said trees were the cheapest method for enhancing animal welfare and providing shade for livestock in the hot months of the year.

Dairy farmers are Wandana Rainforest Tree Nursery's biggest customers.

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native rainforest species of the Atherton Tablelands as well as a variety of other Australian natives and exotic timber species.

“We grow 230 different species, there are around 3500 different rainforest species in the area locally,” Bruce said.

“The varieties that we select to grow are ones which can be identified.

“The majority of rainforest trees are sold as tube stock, other larger trees are sold as well.”

The nursery grows a wide range of species suitable for revegetation work on the Atherton Tablelands. Specialty expertise is required for the propagation and growing of rainforest trees.

Seeds are collected from the rainforest on Bruce and Tracey's property as well as from other properties, with seeds having been collected from across the whole of the Southern Tablelands.

The seeds are then identified, have seed preparation work done on them and then are germinated.

“We have some unique species, with some species taking four to five years to germinate,” Bruce said.

“We have species which other nurseries would not have because it is not economical for them to produce them.”

A standard organic fertilizer is used in the potting mix, with seeds requiring constant watering.

It takes between 12-18 months from when a seed is first planted and germinated to when it is sold in a tube form, ready for planting.

Two types of plantings are commonly used - revegetation planting, where canopy closure is obtained in around three years and paddock planting.

“With usable shade being obtained in seven to ten years after planting, multigenerational

agricultural industries such as dairying benefit greatly from establishing trees on their properties for future generations to benefit from,” Bruce said.

“Young trees definitely need to be fenced off until the trees are at a height where livestock can’t reach the leaves. It always pays to protect the trees until they are a fair size.”

Two of the biggest challenges which Bruce experiences is predation from marsupials and the weather.

“When it is constantly raining endlessly, we experience some rainforest tree tube losses because it is too wet even for rainforest seedlings, a condition called Damping Off can set in and cause losses,” Bruce said.

The most rewarding thing for Bruce about his operation is that it allows him to further develop his love of growing rainforest trees which, in turn, helps both livestock and the environment.

Some customers purchase exclusively timber varieties which can be eventually milled and used for timber such as the highly sought after Black Walnut.

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Shame to see what’s being taught

IT was deeply disheartening, even sickening, to read the incredible mis, dis-, and mal-information those poor kids are being taught in their school, (Letters, The Express, 18/10/23).

It is effectively child abuse to teach such a dreadful list of falsehoods to innocent children and to make them so scared for the future at a time in their lives when they should be looking forward with hope and happiness to long and fulfilling lives.

I was fed a similar stream of climate alarmist claptrap in Grade 7 at Cairns North State School in 1974, a hideous vision of pollution, scarcity, overpopulation, and global cooling (the coming ice age). None of it eventuated.

Since then, there’s been a solid stream of alarmist claptrap, none of which has eventuated. It did, however, create thousands of extra taxes, regulations, and corporate profits, and it increased government powers exponentially.

This barrage of dystopian Malthusian vomit will never end until we evict the ALP-LNP twins and their Green/Teal subordinates from our parliaments and call an end to the Davosclass globalists control-matrix agenda.

Peter Campion TOLGA

Why I didn’t vote Yes on the Voice WHEN campaigning for the Voice Referendum, the “Yes” advocates said it was a modest change to the constitution, the right thing to do, and other

feel-good reasons. The Yes case never prosecuted the argument, they argued along feel good lines or heaped disparaging comments on no voters.

The No case gave us the reasons, divides Australia, based on race, no accountability, entrenches victim states for indigenous people, patronising to indigenous people, etc, etc. The referendum was clearly about politics and power and not about people’s welfare as stated by the No Case You cannot put disparaging comments on voters such as racist, stupid, uninformed, uneducated, etc and expect to gain ground for any argument.

Yet this is what happened with the Yes Case and there was no explanation of how it would work. They made it personal and not about the subject.

It was a vacuous argument and was rejected on the basis that it would divide the country without delivering the supposed improvement to indigenous peoples. There was not a constitutional convention to put a question to the people at a referendum that had a chance of passing. There was just grandstanding by Yes supporters.

The argument that it would bring the people together no matter their race was a lie and the Yes case showed this out in spades with their racist comments. Remember that the majority of the discourse between Yes and No campaigners was between the 97% who are not of indigenous origin.

This is not to say that Aboriginal and Islander people didn’t have their say, there was critical input on both sides from indigenous people.

Earlier this year when there were troubles in the Northern Territory, Mr. Albanese had to be dragged kicking and screaming to view the problem and talk to the leaders who were ask-

ing for help in Alice Springs. He said at the time, “If there was a Voice this would never happen”, which to most people didn’t make sense.

Most people think that no matter who has the problem, where it is, or what it is, when we ask for politicians to act then it should happen without delay. There was a demonstration of how it the Voice would work, in a slow and bureaucratic manner.

For all people no matter their heritage or history to be treated equally and the same amount of justice and respect is the responsibility of Government.

To divide the population into small groups with different rights and advantages without equal accountability of money and actions will only split us as a nation.

From the Prime Minister down the Yes case need to take responsibility for the loss of the referendum and to accept that 61% of voters thought it was a bad idea not to be pursued.

While ever they continue to apportion blame to the No case and the 61% who agreed with their arguments, then there will be a continuation of the division in Australia that was started in the referendum process.

When anyone decides to do something, they have to own the result of that decision and for Mr. Albanese this still has to take place. He will not lose face to say he was wrong to hold the referendum, he will gain respect for realising the reality what the majority of Australians want.

This was a matter that would affect all Australians, we all had our say and the No vote won because of a more reasoned approach. So, get on with governing for all Australians.

Richard Holme EDMONTON

A letter writer wants to see kerbside collection for recyclables in Mareeba.

Wonderful passion for a better world HOW wonderful it was to read passionate opinions from three young students about the state of our world and what we can all do to minimize our destructive footprints (The Express 18/10/23).

The future is theirs and let’s hope our decision makers think much more carefully about the welfare of our unique flora and fauna when planning housing estates, for example.

Leaving bush corridors is vital for the safety of our birds and animals, while ensuring a healthier environment for all.

So, instead of tree-felling important habitat because some authority deemed it “of no significance”, spare a thought for all the displaced creatures

Surveillance in the workplace

BY RACHAEL MCMAHON WORKPLACE surveillance of employees is becoming an increasingly hot topic as “bossware” technology develops and more people are working from home.

Employers can potentially use tools like CCTV cameras, GPS tracking devices and computer monitoring software to keep an eye on what their staff are up to.

These tools can track everything from the employee’s location to the number of emails sent or social media platforms visited each day.

Generally speaking, your employer can monitor your work and your performance, including how you are using your computer.

But employers should give their employees notice of any surveillance or monitoring, which is often done through the employment contract or agreement, or a workplace policy.

If there are no official employer documents on this topic, workers are entitled

to expect that any workplace surveillance activities are reasonable and proportionate.

For example, it may be reasonable to expect that an employee who deals with financial transactions is subject to more surveillance than someone in a role who does not handle client funds.

Other legitimate reasons for monitoring employees might include checking the quality of a service, investigating potential theft or fraud, and ensuring compliance with company policies.

If, however, you are allowed to use your work computer for personal purposes, any monitoring of your personal usage outside of work hours might not be considered ‘reasonable or proportionate’.

While employers in Queensland are required to comply with general laws covering surveillance devices, the surveillance of employees by employers is not specifically regulated.

The Queensland Law Reform Commission has been looking at surveillance

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laws in recent years, and this year the Department of Justice and Attorney-General released a consultation paper on these issues.

The paper sought views on whether Queensland should introduce legislation to specifically regulate surveillance in the workplace to ensure an appropriate balance between the interests of employers and employees.

The paper also canvassed the idea of banning the use of surveillance devices in workplaces without sufficient notice being provided to employees, and looked at the issue of protecting the privacy of employees outside of work.

Rachael McMahon is a Senior Associate and Office Leader at Maurice Blackburn Lawyers’ Cairns 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 answered, you can contact Rachael on RMcMahon@mauriceblackburn.com.au

and the good all those trees are doing.

Intellifent, considerate planning has been done with great success elsewhere.

It can be done here too, if only outdated attitudes change.

Here in Mareeba, we don’t have a recycle bin for collection – just the one for general household rubbish.

Not everyone can get to the tip to offload their recyclables or travel further to the cash for containers depot.

I applaud Tablelands Regional Council for its decision to continue recyclables collection and live in hope that Mareeba Shire Council might soon do likewise.

‘Sincere congratulations to Ayman, Laney and Ella for their commitment to a better, cleaner world. Well done you!

C. Runow MAREEBA

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Unique opportunity with huge potential Have you been dreaming of building your dream home for you and your family to enjoy?

Look no further than our Stage 13 A Moondani Avenue and Kutterbul Court which offers a beautiful and relaxed feel just minutes to Mareeba township and in close proximity to Amaroo Medical, Amaroo Pharmacy & Beneath you’re Beautiful.

Featuring 15 affordable lots, each boasting wide frontages and essential amenities such as town water, underground power, sewerage, and NBN connectivity.

Lot sizes range from approximately 800sqm to 1642sqm, ensuring you have the perfect canvas to bring your dreams to life.

Lots are selling fast, don’t miss out on turning your dreams into reality.

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Atherton

22 Main Street, Atherton Phone: 4091 7111

QUIET CONVENIENCE Atherton • 3 bedroom block home • All bedrooms have built-ins • Patios at front and rear • Garage converted to extra living • Fenced backyard • Quiet area, views of forest $368,000 L23850752 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

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LIFESTYLE & SUSTAINABILITY Malanda • Set on approx. 13 acres • 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom brick home • Modern kitchen, heaps of space • Secondary living area • Creek on boundary • Fruit trees and veggie gardens $ P.O.A. L24521151 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450

NEAT UNIT Atherton • 2 bedrooms with built-ins • Neat kitchen • Open plan living • Covered patio • Solar panels and hot water • No Body Corporate Offers Over $280,000 L25267929 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

PRIME RURAL LAND Evelyn • Set on 45.63 hectares of bare land • Stunning views from all areas • Fenced into 4 paddocks • 2 sheds + 2 water tanks • 2 dams, 1 spring fed • 2 accesses $750,000 L11706957 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450

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Stunning views and space WELCOME to this ultimate family home, perfectly positioned to offer fantastic views that will leave you in awe.

Boasting ample space, this exceptional property is not only a dream for those seeking room to grow, but also conveniently located near schools and the heart of the township.

• Solid Double Storey Home – Solid Timber Floors Throughout Upstairs Area • Full Length Timber Deck with Uninterrupted Views Of The Surrounding Hills & Farmland Of Atherton • 4 Bedrooms – Built-In Cupboards In Master,2 Bathrooms – 1 Upstairs, 1 Downstairs • Large Open Plan Living/ Dining Area Opening Up To Timber Deck – Wood Heater In Lounge • Well Appointed & Solid

Timber Kitchen Complete With Electric Stove/Oven, Pantry& Appliance cupboard.

• 2nd Large Family Room/ Rumpus Area Downstairs • Large Downstairs Patio/ Entertaining Area • Good Sized Laundry With Laundry Shute From Upstairs Bathroom • Lockable Masonry Block Storage Shed On Downstairs Level • Spacious & Lockable Double Garage With Additional Storage Area • Drive Through Access Via Roller Doors Under The House & Side Access If Address: Price: Agent:

Needed • 809sqm Allotment With Room For That Large Shed If Needed • Rear Yard Fenced For Children & Fur Children – Established Yard & Gardens • Solar Power System Installed, C l o s e Proximity To Both High & Primary Schools, Shops & The Atherton CBD Inspections are easy – contact Sole Marketing Agent Daimin Kochi on 0448 916 246 at Main St Real Estate today.

27 Phillips Avenue, ATHERTON Offers Invited EXCLUSIVE to Daimin Kochi Main St Real Estate 0448 916 246 or 0448 916 246

Contact:

Mixed farming opportunity THIS 134.9 acre farm is located in between Atherton and Yungaburra, well known for its fertile soils and reliable seasons. The property has approximately 1km of frontage to the Barron River.

Area: 54.68ha (135 acres)

Water: This property has an allocation of Approx.

70megs of irrigation ground water and 80megs Barron River allocation.

Irrigation: 1 x T&L centre pivot, water supply from the bore, watering the top paddock and 4 hydrants suit-

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84 Main Street, Atherton QLD. 4883

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able for a travelling irrigator pumped from the Barron River, watering the bottom paddock.

Sheds: The property has 2 near new large machinery sheds and 1 workshop/ storage shed. Shed 1: 12m x 30m 5 bay shed, 2 bays enclosed and lockable with 2 roller doors and a cement floor. Shed 2: 15m x 32m Hay storage/machinery shed. Shed 3: 12m x 15m shed, 1 roller door, cement floor, mezzanine floor, storeroom, power connected, shower & toilet.

Houses: House + Separate Granny Flat. House 1: 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, open plan living, large kitchen, rumpus room/garage, laundry, patio & solar power.

Granny Flat: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, open plan living, large kitchen, laundry, storeroom, an enclosed entertainment patio/garage & solar power.

Location: The property is located approximately 10km from Atherton Town Centre & approximately 5km from Yungaburra.

The Sellers are offering

the property for sale in 3 different options; Option 1: Purchase total freehold property of 135 acres on 2 titles, 150 megs water allocation, 2 machinery sheds, 12m x 15m storage shed, 4 bedroom home, 2 bedroom granny flat and a T&L centre pivot.

Option 2: Purchase 125 acres on 1 freehold title, 150 megs water allocation, 2 machinery sheds, and a T&L

DAIMIN KOCHI 0448 916 246

ROCK SOLID OPPORTUNITY • Solid masonry block home • 3 bedrooms with built-in cupboards • 2 way bathroom with access to main bedroom • Open plan lounge/dining, access to rear patio • 7m x 4m lockable shed with access to rear yard • Fully fenced and secure 852m2 allotment $379,000

HOMESTEAD ON 2 ACRES, ATHERTON • Lower Level: Kitchen, living/dining, bathroom • Upper Level: 4 bedrooms, additional bathroom & office • 2 self contained granny flats for extra income • Home has slate flooring, casement windows & fireplace • 2 massive sheds, fruit trees, water tank & vegie garden • Dual access from Countryview Drive & Marigold Street OFFERS OVER $900,000

centre pivot.

Option 3: Purchase 10 acres on 1 freehold title, 4 bedroom home, 2 bedroom granny flat and a 12m x 15m storage shed.

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

4749 Gillies Range Rd, EAST BARRON Contact Agent Raquel Cunzolo Sommerset Realty 0408 983 879

KAYDEE CHATFIELD 0417 468 941

CRAZY CAT COFFEE BUSINESS FOR SALE • Known for Atherton’s finest coffee • Main Street Gem: Coffee & homemade cuisine • Loyal clientele for its stellar reputation • Potential for extended hours and service • Includes well-maintained top-notch equipment • Impressive turnover, substantial profits recorded $200,000

THE ULTIMATE LIFESTYLE • Modern block home on nearly 10 acres • 4 bedrooms, office, gourment kitchen • Open plan living/dining, ducted airconditioning • Enclosed tiled patio with built-in kitchenette • 8x9m carport, 10x12m storage, 2 lockable sheds • Reliable bore pump, 2 large water tanks OFFERS INVITED

A HAVEN OF LUXURY & SERENITY • Luxury masterpiece on 868m2 land • Open plan living, cathedral ceilings, timber floors • 4 bedrooms, master with ensuite & walk-in robe • Double remote garage with workshop • Eco solar system for sustainable living • Bonus granny flat with open plan layout $895,000

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Rural dream Welcome to a world of luxury and serenity. This remarkable 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence has been meticulously designed to showcase the picturesque rural views from every room.

Quality constructed by a renowned local builder, no detail has been overlooked.

Every room is spacious and tastefully styled, fully airconditioning for year round comfort, stay cozy with a wood heater on cooler nights & enjoy every luxury detail right down to the heated towel rails and electric curtains.

Standing proudly taking in the views the galley kitchen features black stone benchtops, all the modern appliances, plenty of prep space and storage.

It is very easily accessible to the outdoor entertaining space, making BBQ & dinner party preparation a breeze.

The home highlights include: Sprawling open plan living with statement kitchen.

Grand Master suite with walk-in robe & ensuite. Three

spacious bedrooms with built-in robes. Private guest suite with ensuite & robe. Office/library or playroom. Built in Bar. Internal laundry with ample storage.

Outdoor entertaining area with outdoor kitchen. Twobay garage with remote control access. 3rd Garage, Gym or Workshop underneath the home.

3 Bay Colorbond Powered Shed. Landscaped Gardens with fenced yard & electric gate.

Large Rainwater tanks.

Bore with mains power. Kids Tree House This property is perfect for fattening or breeding.

Divided into 2 Paddocks, the grass is predominately Brachii with some Seteria, Desmodium & Glycine.

Boasting quality fencing with 4 barb fencing to all boundaries with 3 barb internal fencing.

There is year round water from a permanent spring fed dam and water to the steel Yards which also has a Headbail.

Conveniently located only

OPEN HOME This Saturday from 10am-10.45am

1 hour from Cairns and 10 minutes from the charming town of Yungaburra.

The moment you step foot onto this exquisite property, you'll be captivated by the sheer beauty, quality and

serene ambiance that surrounds you.

Contact Michelle Raso on 0428 116 136 for more information or to arrange an inspection.

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

199 Powley Road, BARRINE $1,800,000 Michelle Raso Elders Real Estate Tablelands 0428 116 136

A rare piece of real estate in Mareeba HAVE you been searching for the perfect block of land to build your dream home on and make your own?

Conveniently situated this level, well-proportioned allotment presents a great opportunity to purchase your own slice of the world, blending the convenience of being close to town with the sense of open space that comes with the larger block size and buffer between neighbouring houses.

Lot 4 Kenneally Road, Mareeba is just 5 minutes to Mareeba CBD, and is perfect for anyone commuting to Cairns or Atherton as it is conveniently located to the Kennedy Highway.

With no covenants, and plenty of space to do so, you can build what you like!

This spacious 1,796m2 block has 30 metre frontage, side access, stunning mountainous views, reliable cooling south easterly breezes and is surrounded by established homes and long-term neighbours.

Take advantage by positioning your house to enjoy beautiful sunrises over the mountains and colourful sunsets casting their many shades of pink onto the mountains.

Lot 4 Kenneally Road, Mareeba is just waiting to become your new piece of paradise.

To find out more or arrange a Private Inspection contact exclusive agent Vince Costas on 0419 926 691.

Tablelands Open Home

STONES THROW FROM TINAROO!

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

Lot 4 Kenneally Road, MAREEBA $195,000 EXCLUSIVE to Vince Costas Central Realty 0419 926 691 or 4092 2232

Michelle Raso 0428 116 136

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• Plenty of space to build your dream home • 2x one bedroom chalets, perfect for B'n'B or weekenders • Powered machinery shed, fully fenced 18 acre paddock • Spring fed creek on 47 acres, established orchard 3067 Gillies Range Road, LAKE BARRINE CONTACT AGENT JANINE RIELLY - $850,000

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Price reduction EXCEPTIONALLY presented and set on 1 acre of manicured gardens, this home offers a quality build in a prime location.

The brick veneer construction combined with timber balustrading on the verandah creates a timeless appeal.

The well-designed interior layout creates an open and inviting space with great proportions and excellent traffic flow. The formal lounge is enormous but still very cosy with luxurious carpeting and a wood fire heater.

Outside provides a tranquil atmosphere with wellplanned and irrigated gardens featuring 20 mature and fruiting trees including mangoes, lychees, custard apples, stone fruit and citrus. Sitting on the verandah you can listen to the calming sounds of the fish pond fountain and admire the fruits of your labour.

A newly installed 6.6 kw of solar power and a solar hot water system help with the ongoing expenses of daily living and there is a rainwater tank for catching this precious resource. A powered

Colorbond shed measuring 6 x 9 metres provides extra vehicle storage and excellent workshop space.

Features include: • 3 carpeted bedrooms with bay windows in 2 and a sliding door onto the verandah in the other.

• Large main bedroom features a walk-in robe and ensuite • Entry foyer • Fully tiled open-plan dining and kitchen • New Guinea rosewood kitchen with servery to verandah • Separate formal lounge with wood heater • Main bathroom has separate spa and shower • Internal laundry with built-in cupboards & garage access • Double lock-up garage with remote • Ceiling fans and security screens • Full-length verandah with timber features & balustrading • Powered Colorbond shed measuring 6 x 9 metres • 6.6 kw solar panels • Solar hot water system

• Extra storage under the verandah • Water pond with fountain • Rainwater tank • Extensive concreting for all-weather access to the house and shed.

Contact Exclusive Marketing Agent Collette Rowston from Raine and Horne Atherton on 0419 733 712 to arrange your private inspection.

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2 Geddes Drive, TOLGA Price Reduction Offers Over $760,000 EXCLUSIVE to Collette Rowston Raine & Horne Atherton 0419 733 712

The only limit is your imagination SUNSET Ridge is the new pre-eminent neighbourhood in Atherton.

This impressively spacious home site of 860m², presents you with an opportunity to create something special without the obstacle of a pre-existing house.

The land comes ready to be connected to services such as town water, underground electricity and sewerage.

The allotment offers stunning mountain views. For fun and fitness, included in Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

the Sunset Ridge estate is a 3 acre open space park reserve with access to the tree lined Mazlin Creek.

A children’s playground is located in the nearby Collins Park. Property covenants apply to protect the value of your home.

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 $160,000 Trisha Jackson Professionals Atherton 0419 183 145

29 ACRES WITH ARCHITECTURAL HOME 36 Third Avenue, Tarzali Colle e Rowston 0419 733 712

• 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom open plan lounge, kitchen and dining • 29 acres abounds with wildlife & native trees • Boundaries fenced on 3 sides with 4th bounded by the Ithaca River • 40,000 litre rainwater tank with bore

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Tarzali – rare commodity

SET on 147.29 acres* of gently undulating fertile red soil with improved pasture is this quality cattle/lifestyle property.

Some features include: • New boundary fencing • Natural water from 2 springs • Clean improved pastures - setaria & brachi • Machinery shed with power connected • Quality bore water • Water lines & water troughs There is also the option of purchasing other fertile blocks nearby of varying sizes.

For more information contact agent, Morgan Brennan, at Ray White Atherton on 0407 730 450 or (07) 4091 7111. http://raywhiteruralatherton.com.au/L24001447 Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

TARZALI Offers Above $1,000,000 Morgan Brennan Ray White Atherton 0407 730 450 or 4091 7111

Quality home, fantastic location OFFERING so much more than meets the eye this quality built brick veneer 4 bedroom home benefits from a superb location, surrounded by other quality homes, only 5 mins to town centre as well as the following features: • 4 bedrooms with brand new carpet plus mirrored built-in robes, master with WIR & ensuite including a corner plunge bath & separate shower • Sizeable open plan living area cleverly separated by the kitchen with built-in cabinet/buffet in the dining area • In ceiling cassette airconditioning in the lounge & split system air-conditioning in the master bedroom • Generously sized central kitchen with corner pantry, loads of bench space, allocated fridge area & dishwasher • Main bathroom with bathtub & separate shower • Laundry with built-in storage cupboard • Substantial entertainment area with raised roof & exposed aggregate flooring

OPEN HOME Open for inspection this Saturday from 9am-10am

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directly off the living area • Security screens, blinds & window furnishings throughout • Double lockup garage • Exposed aggregate driveway & pathways all round • 6m x 6m colourbond shed with roller door access • Fully fenced 1476m2 low maintenance allotment with auto irrigation on timer & substantial yard area

This is a sensational opportunity to purchase a very well-built & maintained home in a quality estate with all the extras that is ready to move straight into. inspection is highly recAddress: Price: Agent: Contact:

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For further information or to arrange a private inspection please call exclusive agent Joe Torrisi on 0417 700 468.

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Sunset Waters

High-yielding, mixed farming enterprise, consisting of hay, mangoes, limes and cattle.

• Red granite, sandy loams with native gums and grasses adorn the paddocks • 288 ML licence. 3 dams • 4 bed masonry block home with 2 ensuites • 4 bed masonry block home, 1 bath, 1 amenities • Large machinery shed, concrete floor with mechanic’s pit • 2 large earthen floor sheds • 12 paddocks four barbed fences. 4 horse stables • Set of steel yards • Just under one kilometer of river frontage • Highway access.

The property has lots of options for the keen investor or the retiree cattle baron. Properties with these attributes are hard to find. *Approximately

For Sale

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You deserve the best

THIS unique forever home was architecturally designed to maximize both usable space and the breathtaking panoramic views on offer to create a true 6-star experience.

This sophisticated residence offers an enviable lifestyle, fusing exceptional design elements with state of the art finishes to create a modern masterpiece.

• 5 spacious bedrooms

with built-in wardrobes + office & 3 bathrooms • Master bedrooms with beautiful, extra large ensuite with a spa bath, his & hers vanity plus the perfect walkin robe • Magnificent, massive media room with plush carpet • Large polished porcelain floor tiles throughout with tiled skirting & chrome edges; tiled to the ceiling in

all bathrooms • Impressive, state-of-theart 2-pac kitchen with Miele appliances, stone bench tops & island bench with water fall edges • Family-sized laundry with an abundance of storage • Light-filled interior, fully air-conditioned throughout • Tiled footpaths & expansive tiled outdoor entertaining area

• Energy-efficient 5kw Solar electricity system • Huge 140m2 powered Colorbond shed with mezzanine floor • In-ground irrigation to manicured lawn & low maintenance landscaping • 2.47 acres of private, picturesque land (4 acre + creek option available) The quality finishes will ensure the home retains its timeless elegance for years

to come.

Homes like these are built to be passed on generation to generation, they are rare on the market, don’t miss this once in a lifetime opporAddress: Price: Agent: Contact:

tunity.

Contact Salvatore Girgenti at Sibi Girgenti Real Estate to secure this dream home on 0427 775 414.

1018 Mareeba-Dimbulah Rd, MAREEBA Contact Agent Salvatore Girgenti Sibi Girgenti Real Estate 0427 775 414

Is it time?

SUSANNE REYNOLDS 0408 733 149

THAT lifestyle shift you’ve been dreaming of might be closer than you think.

Introducing, The Long Yard- 20 acres of lush green flat land set high on the Atherton Tablelands of Far North Queensland, close by the quaint little village of Millaa Millaa.

With 360-degree views over undulating pastures to Eastern coastal ranges and untouched high treed hills to the West, this multi-dwelling property lies only 200m from the rainforest and the continuously flowing spring fed Little Beatrice River.

Millaa Millaa means “many waters” in the local Mamu language. The Long Yard’s gardens are abundant with thriving life and the calm of rural bliss, free of fear of bush fire or flooding.

There is so much room

here to grow with multiple options for income streams including horse and cattle agistment, garden/nursery or accommodation. Or just take the opportunity to work remotely and retreat into the tranquillity of an off-grid lifestyle with all modern conveniences.

• 20 acres lush grazing • 3 Dwellings • 6 Bedrooms • 4 Bathrooms • 3 Carports • 1 Garage • Horse stables • Shed • Bore • Orchard • Vegetable gardens Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity. Call exclusive agent Susanne Reynolds now on 0408 733 149.

Email: susanner@atrealty.com.au Principal 4501823

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193 Millaa Millaa-Malanda Road Contact Agent EXCLUSIVE to Susanne Reynolds Millaa Millaa Realty 0408 733 149

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Top of the Tablelands 337 East Evelyn Rd represents quality high altitude grazing combined with premium lifestyle.

Situated on just over 163 acres this property offers quality improved clean pastures with well configured yard and laneway access. Currently the property is divided into 13 paddocks on rotational basis, each paddock has its own water supply via bore to tank then gravity fed to troughs throughout the property.

There is also the addition of rainwater storage and supply to the dwellings.

This property also provides exceptional living with a spacious well appointed 3 bedroom 2 bathroom steel framed home built in 2010 as well as a separate 3 bay enclosed garage with bathroom which could also be converted into living if required. This property is essentially a turn key package.

The views, sunsets and sunrises from this property are breath taking and local wildlife including abundant birdlife, cassowary & tree kangaroos are regularly sighted.

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The property is well positioned within 5 minutes to Millaa Millaa and 15 Minutes to Ravenshoe and under 1 hr to Innisfail.

Property Features: • Land: 66.32ha (163.8 acres) mostly cleared into 13 Paddocks.

• Fencing: predominantly timber post, concrete post • Pasture (Soil tested & Fertilised): Brachiaria, Setaria, Creeping Vigna, White Clover and more.

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• Carrying capacity: 120 head in Summer, 80 to 90 head during Winter months.

• Fruit orchard: coffee, macadamia, tea finger limes, citrus, pomelo, avos, bananas and more.

• Water: Bore and rain water supply to multiple tank storage, 2 x dams, soaks, seasonal creeks & 2 waterfalls on property boundary.

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On the 25th January 2023, Mareeba Shire Council resolved under section 140(2) of the Regulations to sell the land described in Schedule One for overdue rates and or charges, and delegated the power to the Chief Executive Officer to take all further steps under Chapter 4, Part 12, Division 3 of the Regulation to effect the sale of the land or to end the sale procedures if deemed appropriate.

On 13th February 2023 a Notice of Intention to Sell the land described in Schedule One for overdue rates and or charges was issued under section 140 of the Regulation and an Auction was conducted on the 25th July 2023 under sections 142 and 143 of the Regulation.

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BICENTENNIAL LAKES SEWER MAIN UPGRADE Mareeba Shire Council wishes to advise residents of planned excavation works to supply and install a new trunk sewer pipeline and water main in Keeble Street, Strattmann Street and Jacobsen Street.

The works will affect traffic movements from Monday, 30 October 2023 to Friday, 8 December 2023.

Council apologises for the inconvenience caused.

For further information, please visit Council’s website or contact Council on 1300 308 461.

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MAREEBA WATER SUPPLY CONSERVE WATER UNTIL 30 JUNE 2024 Council is requesting the community to reduce water usage whilst three (3) critical infrastructure projects at the Mareeba Water Treatment Plant (MWTP) are being delivered.

The upgrades are part of Council’s 10-year water strategy and will increase capacity of the plant providing long term water security to residents and businesses in Mareeba. The projects are: • MWTP Filtration System • MWTP Raw Water Pump • MWTP Booster Pump Station With the current hot and dry weather conditions, the treatment plant is operating close to capacity and residents are being urged to conserve water effective immediately. Anticipated completion of upgrade projects is 30 June 2024.

At this stage, Council is not enforcing water restrictions, however it may be necessary to introduce restrictions at short notice to enable certainty of water supply to residents. Council is monitoring the situation and will notify the public if water restrictions need to be put in place.

Residents are encouraged to refer to Council’s “Be Water Wise” fact sheet for tips to reduce their water usage. Water Wise.pdf (msc.qld.gov.au).

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SPORT Fishers reel in big wins Cory Woodgate with a barra he caught.

Super Sedans Bill Stolzenberg.

King of Kerribee racing success IT was a spooky night of racing under lights over the weekend at Mareeba Speedway's 2023 King of Kerribee Race event.

Many attendees dressed up for the Halloween weekend to watch their favourite speedway racers bring out their best performances in the Kerribee Park arena.

Brodie Davis was named Sprintcars King of Kerribee while the Super Sprint Sedans King of Kerribee was won by Brett Hardy and Junior Sedans King Of Kerribee wen to Livi Jorgenen.

THE 2023 Tinaroo Barra Bash was a success, with 629 fishers reeling in some of the biggest fish seen in the competition.

Altogether, 187 barramundi, 50 sooty grunters, 1191 catfish, 318 tilapia and 32 red claw were caught.

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RESULTS: • Adult Most Caught Catfish – Luke Purcell, with 298 • Junior Catfish – Nate Smith with 70 • Small Fry Catfish – Stormy S with 24 • Junior Most Caught Tilapia – Max Loyd with 57 • Adult Most Caught Tilapia – Regan Bonadio with 65 • Longest Red claw – Peter VanDeWater with a 36cm Redclaw • Junior Sooty Grunter – Keelen Weebly with a 34cm Sooty Grunter • Senior Sooty Grunter – Luke Pianta with a 50cm Sooty Grunter • Mystery Barra was 87cm – Kerri Pickering • Junior Barra Winner Female – Mikayla Haigh with a 107cm Barra • Junior Barra Winner Male – Joey Donald with a 110cm Barra • Adult Barra Female – Nikita Trask with a 108cam Barra • Adult Barra Male – Colt Gowan with a 118cm Barra • Junior Encouragement – Clay Edwards with 4 Barra Caught • Jill Piggott Jr Encouragement – Macy Pezzelato • Small Fry Nomination Prize – Rylee Hartley • Junior Nomination Prize – Alexcia Mehonoshen • Champion Angler Runner Up – Colt Gowan with 6 Barra Caught measuring 618cm • Champion Angler Winner – Steven Hubbard with 9 Barra Caught measuring 820cm • Adult Nomination Prize - $10,000 – Amanda Hawkins

Junior Sedans Tyler Allen.

Super Sedans Edward Smith

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SPORT QRL North wellbeing operations manager Coco Quirke with Support Squad award winner Megan Hendle.

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Passion for sporting kids wins big award A PASSION for rugby league and helping the next generation of professional players has earned Mareeba Junior Rugby League Wellness Officer Megan Hendle the QRL Support Squad 2023 Champion North Region award.

The award was presented to Megan at the QRL Support Squad luncheon recently.

The Support Squad is a new network of volunteers with Queensland Rugby League that help make a positive difference in the league community.

In her role as Wellness Officer, Megan created a handbook for the new incoming players that has helped them learn about etiquette on and off the field.

“It’s a handbook for the under 6’s and 7’s, and its basically about social etiquette and the wellbeing of our players whilst having fun,” she said.

“They know the expectations within the club, to respect others and care about each other; it touches on bullying and that sort of stuff.

“It basically ensures that they have those core skills from early on that they can carry into their senior years later on.”

Her work to help improve the overall wellbeing and positivity in the club is what caught the eye of QRL North wellbeing operations manager Coco Quirke, who nominated her for the award.

“I’ve worked closely with Coco, and throughout that, he identified what I had been putting into the programs, and so he actually nominated me for my area (North Queensland),” she said.

“I was fortunate enough to win that award and I still don’t think I deserved it!

“It’s a hard thing to swallow because we obviously don’t volunteer for the accolades. I have a great passion for helping today’s youth and advocating for mental health and wellbeing, plus, I love rugby league, so I have hit the jackpot for volunteer work.”

ONE of the region's most experienced forwards will be stepping up to the Atherton Roosters in the 2024 FNQ Rugby League season.

Davin Crampton is a former Normanton junior with a decorated career, including a stint with the NRL Gold Coast Titans.

He has won an Intrust Super Queensland Cup title with the Northern Pride whilst playing with the Townsville Blackhawks, and more recently played with the Mossman Sharks, where he captained and coached in 2023.

This isn’t Crampton's first time working with the Roosters, feeling keen to come on board and help the team power into the next season.

“I have worked with Roosters' new coach, Joel Riethmuller, for several years at the Pride, and I am looking forward to linking up with him again,”

he said.

“My family have been very supportive of the change, and I can’t wait to be part of the Roosters in 2024”.

Bringing years of experience to the team, Atherton Senior Rugby League president Paul Pensini is keen to see the team flourish under Crampton’s expertise.

“Davin’s a natural leader, he leads by his actions and just loves playing rugby league,” Pensini said.

“He comes to the Roosters with a wealth of playing experience from all levels and is keen to work with our younger players keen to make a mark in the game.”

The Atherton Senior Roosters expect to start pre-season training in mid-November.

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SPORT

Mareeba takes out first win MAREEBA Cricket has gained its first win in its first A Grade season and picked up the newest shield in local cricket.

The team won against the Cassowary Coast Cyclones, winning the Optimus 1 Insurance Brokers Shield and leaving the team confident as the season picks up.

Mareeba now also holds the shield and defend it at their next home game.

The side holding the shield at the Christmas break wins $500, and the side holding the shield at the end of the season receives $1000.

Mareeba had been building towards the game against Rovers throughout the pre-season and first three games, banking experience against some of the best players in the north.

The Bandits bowled first and built pressure throughout the innings, taking wickets at crucial times, Grant Hanlon taking 4 for 7 to give the batsmen a target to chase.

The batsmen chased down the 162, with Ruku “Smithy’ hitting 71 runs in his first appearance as the opener and built a match-winning partnership with Brandon Green for 54 runs.

Coach Gary Toshach was proud of his team’s efforts, watching all their hard work in the pre-season pay off.

“I give them KPIs every single game with our goals and our plans, and with that, we have improved incrementally,” he said.

“We just continue to build our capabilities as an A Grade team, and in every game so far, our performance has really improved.

“We are on our journey, and we are continuing to look at improving in certain areas of our bowling and batting.”

Manager Clint Cifuentes said the weekend’s success was an overall club effort, and he looked forward to fostering that success among the other grades as well.

“I know it sounds cliché, but every-

The Mareeba Bandits celebrated its first A Grade win of the season over the weekend when they also took out the new Optimus 1 Insurance Brokers Shield.

one in the club is playing their role at the moment, which is definitely starting

to pay off,” he said.

Mareeba will be playing against

season favourite Rovers this weekend at Griffith Park in Cairns.

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With several years of experience behind the young teenager, Julius was selected as captain only days before the competition.

“I found out three days before we left for Brisbane I was chosen as captain, and I was chosen on my athletic results over the past two years and my sportsmanship,” he said. “(My highlights of the competition were) finishing fifth in Queensland and being named captain.

“The 800m, I ran a personal best time, and my shotput was a personal best as well.”

Julius Parsons was selected as the Queensland captain the at recent Queensland Track and Field Championships in Brisbane.

Atherton yet to find form on pitch IT was another lose for Atherton Cricket over the weekend, going down to “season favourites” Rovers on home turf.

After winning the toss and heading to bat, they soon learned their choice wasn't the best, with Rover’s putting their best bowling performance.

Captain Tom Boorman said it was a slow start as they struggled to keep partnerships going strong.

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“They’ve got a really good bowling attack actually … and we got off to a pretty slow start,” he said.

“Caleb Constant and I put on a partnership for a bit and then I fell to a stupid shot, but then positives of the game were Caleb making 38 not out and young Charlie Lawerence who early second game made 46.”

Atherton now has a break before the local derby next weekend against Mareeba at Borzi Park.

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