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100 YEARS AND BEYOND

ONE hundred years of being a beacon of friendship has been the focus of the Queensland Country Women’s Association this year as they celebrate the special milestone. Many events have been planned to mark a century since the organisation was established to

connect women living in Queensland’s rural, regional and remote towns. Last Thursday, celebrations were held simultaneously across the State, with Malanda branch members (L-R) Daune Dunshea, Peta Nott, Kaylene Adam, Josie Field, Frankie Ferris, Paula

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Local Hero award for saving friend

A WOMAN who saved the life of her friend on a remote Cape York cattle station has been crowned the 2022 RFDS Local Hero Award winner for the Cairns region.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service has announced its eight Queensland regional Local Hero Award winners for 2022, including Emma Jackson who lives on Wolverton Station on the Cape York Peninsula.

In late December last year, Emma’s friend, Karryn Dolan, and her husband Peter were visiting the Station when Karryn suffered a “widow-maker” heart attack.

With the town of Coen more than an hour’s drive away, and the nearest hospital hundreds of kilometres away, Emma used the defibrillator machine on the property and performed CPR for an hour to help Peter bring his wife back to life.

Karryn was taken by ambulance to Coen where the RFDS stabilised her and flew her to Cairns Base Hospital where, thanks to Emma’s bravery and never-give-up spirit, she made a full recovery.

RFDS (QLD) chief executive officer Meredith Staib congratulated Emma on winning the award.

“Often local heroes within our communities are quiet achievers who don’t always recognise themselves as heroes – but they absolutely are,” Ms Staib said.

“From first responders and fundraisers to volunteers, fashion designers and healthcare champions, each of these individuals do amazing work to support their region.

“Some also have their own first-hand experience of the life-saving work of the RFDS, which has personally driven them to give back to their community.

“Supporting Queensland communities is at the heart of the RFDS, and it truly is a team effort, so thank you to all of this year’s winners and nominees for the unwavering support you provide to your communities each and every day.”

The annual Awards, supported by Ergon Energy Retail, recognise Queenslanders who have donated their time and energy to support their community.

To celebrate their selflessness, kind contributions and community spirit, Ergon Energy Retail will award one RFDS Local Hero a $20,000 grant to help fund a vital health or wellbeing initiative in their community.

Voting is now open for the overall 2022 RFDS Queensland Hero.

“Each regional winner’s story is showcased in a video package on the Local Hero website. You can watch these videos and cast your vote for the person or group you would like to see crowned this year’s Queensland Hero,” Ms Staib said.

To vote for the 2022 RFDS Queensland Hero, go to www.rfdslocalhero.com.au by 16 September.

Cape York resident Emma Jackson has won the 2022 RFDS Local Hero Award for the Cairns region for saving her friend’s life.

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Locals identify health priorities

BY ROBYN HOLMES

BETTER access to GPs, mental health and addiction services are among the top priorities nominated by locals as part of a major assessment of health needs for the region.

The priorities are part of 58 needs identified through a project undertaken by the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service (CHHHS) which will form the basis of a new Clinical Services Plan to improve health services in the region.

The information was gathered through an online survey which attracted 941 respondents and a series of face-to-face meetings with 278 people giving their feedback.

Ten key themes have now been identified which are mostly centred around access – to aged care and disability support and services, community care, GPs, culturally appropriate care, mental health and addiction support and services, services in rural and remote areas, and transport.

The other themes were care coordination and awareness of services, factors that influence health outcomes (particularly for vulnerable people), and a high rate of risky health behaviours with limited resources for education and health promotion.

CHHHS acting chief executive Dr Jeremy Wellwood said the process had uncovered 58 overall needs for the region which were the focus of further consultation with the community last week to ensure there were no gaps.

“Identifying our communities’ health needs and planning for future clinical services are vital if we are to continue to meet their evolving and growing health needs,” he said.

“This important work also guides our resourcing decisions and our planning for programs or activities that support health needs into the future.

“Now that we have a list of needs, we want to make sure that we are on the right track.

“Once we have consulted on our findings to ensure we have accurately reflected the local needs, we will provide our findings to our staff, the community and health providers.

“They will also continue to inform our future services planning.”

THE TOP 5 NEEDS 1. Mental health and addiction services 2. Transport to enable access to health services 3. Improving access to GPs for patients to receive timely care 4. First Nations people’s cultural safety (including workforce) 5. Health workforce availability and capability OTHER NEEDS  Renal dialysis service at Mareeba Hospital  Herberton Hospital services  Dental services for Atherton  Rural and remote access to specialists  Ambulance services and resourcing  Maternal and antenatal services Locals who attended Atherton’s feedback session spoke at length of their frustration with the lack of GPs in the area, with one woman regaling how she had been left without a doctor after a local medical centre closed and was forced to wait more than three hours at the hospital just to get a PCR test for Covid.

Another woman spoke of how Herberton Hospital was now under-utilised.

“We fought hard to keep the hospital in the 80s to keep serving outpatients and have a nurse practitioner there but that has now all gone by the board and it’s now just a geriatric facility,” she said.

Another person echoed the comments and suggested that an ambulance be stationed at the facility as there was currently no ambulance based in the Herberton area.

The lack of reliable digital connectivity was also raised, with one man suggesting investment was needed to bolster the delivery of telehealth services.

The Mareeba feedback session will be held on Friday, 19 August at Mareeba Leagues Club from 12.30pm-2pm.

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Drive for native plant fruits, seeds FRUIT from native trees is being sought by Tablelands Regional Council as part of a program to revegetate native plant species in the region.

“We need help from the community with donations of native fruit and seeds,” Cr Dave Bilney (pictured) said.

“If you’ve got native trees that are dropping fruit, collect it and bring them to the Community Revegetation Nursery at Winfield Park.

“It doesn’t matter if no-one is there, leave them at the gate in a bag or container that you no longer need, and include a note about where and when the fruit was collected, and a branch with leaves so our staff can confirm identification.

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Rare car makes it way to village A RARE post-vintage car thought to be the only surviving one of its kind is now on display after a painstaking restoration at Herberton’s Historic Village.

The work on the timber-framed, softtopped 1933 Continental Flyer has been a true labour of love for the skilled team at the village, taking more than 10 years to complete.

Historic Village Herberton owners Craig and Connie Kimberley said the huge difficulties in finding information to enable the restoration of what had been an old wreck made the result even more satisfying.

“It is a work of art and we are very proud of what the team has achieved. It has taken thousands of hours and a lot of patience to gather information and craft replacement parts and trims,” Craig said.

“The tub frame and doors had to be repaired and/or replaced and we learned the original timber body frame had been built

by T.J. Richards in South Australia.

“The Flying lady bonnet ornament was missing so a new one had to be custom made and the base made using a photograph for reference.

“The car had also been in an accident on the driver’s side at some stage in its almost 100 year history, and the ‘B’ pillar replaced with a bit of rough cut 4x2 timber.

“In this case, we were fortunate the passenger side ‘B’ pillar was intact so we were able to create a mirror image and build a new piece for the driver’s side.

“When it came to the engine, our head mechanic discovered the crank and cam shafts were bent, but given they were made of steel they were able to be straight-

ened and kept all original.

Craig said while visitors to the Village had been able to observe the restoration process over the past decade, and it had been a great talking point for those coming through, people could now enjoy the completed model.

“It has pride of place in Day’s Garage and visitors are now able to walk the full circle around the vehicle, admiring every angle of the restoration,” he added.

Detroit-based Continental Motors built automotive and aircraft engines and was primarily a parts supplier to carmakers.

Its move into production of complete cars as the Continental Automobile Company was limited to 1933 and 1934 during the Great Depression, which is why “Flyers” are particularly rare and even more so the Australian built vehicles.

Historic Village Herberton owners Craig and Connie Kimberley with the rare Continental Flyer which took more than a decade to fully restore.

Towns lose out in GP priority move

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A KEY change to the way GPs can be recruited has been implemented by the Federal Government but while the move will benefit larger urban areas such as Cairns, it will come at the expense of towns like Mareeba and Atherton.

An update of the Distribution Priority Area (DPA) classification system will now recognise 700 areas with either full or partial DPA classification including Cairns and Townsville, meaning practices will be able to recruit GPs from a much wider pool of doctors.

Previously, the GPs would have been required to work up to 10 years in rural towns and remote communities before they could work regional centres, meaning towns like Atherton and Mareeba could now end up last on the priority list.

Rural Doctors Association of Australia president Dr Megan Belot said it was extremely disappointing to see Labor persisting with the policy change, despite strong opposition from rural doctors.

“To introduce this change, without the implementation of rural specific policies to address the very real issue of the maldistribution of the medical workforce across Australia, is very concerning for the future of rural general practice,” she said.

“We are fearful for rural communities right across Australia who are now at extreme risk of losing their doctors as they take up positions closer to the cities, abandoning their rural and remote patients who will be left with no access to care close to home at all.

“At best this policy change will mean vacant positions will be filled in outer metro while rural and remote will continue to struggle. At worst it will drain the overseas trained GPs who currently work in rural and remote areas into the cities, further reducing access to medical services for rural patients.

“This will cost lives of rural and remote patients who already suffer poorer health outcomes than their city counterparts.

“A lack of medical care means conditions go undiagnosed, patients suffer through long waiting

times, and are forced to travel, which is costly and sometimes dangerous, depending on their health condition.”

RDAA is currently waiting on a request to meet with Minister for Health Mark Butler, and DPA will be a key point of discussion for the organisation. RDAA says that expanding DPAs mean that the policy is no longer fit-for-purpose to address rural health workforce shortages and will be advocating for significant reform to replace DPA. “Policies need to provide real solutions to address the issue of access to quality medical services,” Dr Belot said.

“We will be working hard to develop new policies to ensure that rural communities are able to compete with metro and large regional areas to attract the doctors they need to provide desperately needed care to rural patients.”

THE HUMAN FACE OF THE CRISIS

MUM Nicola Ross put a plea to Member for Hill Shane Knuth for help on Facebook after what happened to her last week which brought an avalanche of comments from others who had experienced a similar situation.

“Our community and its resources have been pushed to a near breaking point with the influx of a large number of new residents since Covid started.

“Today we needed to get an appointment with a GP for our four-month-old. With the recent closure of our regular clinic, I called every other GP on the Atherton Tablelands trying to get an appointment to get a script.

“There was not a single clinic available to take our baby as a new patient.

“Over half of the clinics I called recommended to either drive to Cairns to see a doctor or visit the Emergency Department at the hospital.

“Shane Knuth, we are in a crisis situation with at a guess close to 2500 people without a Dr on the Atherton Tablelands. Two clinics in Atherton cannot cope, the hospital won’t cope…..the other surrounding doctors won’t cope. Something needs to be done. Please.”

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BY ROBYN HOLMES A DOOR-to-door survey conducted throughout the streets of Mareeba over three months earlier this year has revealed that mental health is a major issue within the community and many people are struggling to get help.

The Assisting Communities through Direct Connection Project involved direct contact with 1013 householders in Mareeba, 362 of whom then completed a survey of their experiences with mental health and accessing services in their community.

The survey found that 46 per cent of the householders wanted to seek help for their mental health in the past 12 months, but 44 per cent of these householders did not get the help they needed.

Survey responses suggest a significant proportion of people prefer to self-manage or are facing barriers that prevent them from reaching out to services including fear, embarrassment or shame, costs associated with paying for support services, or feeling unsure about where to go for help.

Of the 24 per cent of respondents who said they had a mental health issue, 73 per cent identified depression and anxiety disorder as the top two conditions.

Recognising that mental health is shaped to a great extent by the social, economic, and physical environments in which people live, the survey also asked what people thought was the largest problem or challenge for the community.

The top four issues of concern were safety (59 per cent), alcohol and drugs (57 per cent), housing (55 per cent), and financial stress (54 per cent).

Community Mental Health Australia CEO Bill Gye said the findings for Mareeba also indicated a lack of digital infrastructure was available to some residents which could have implications on how

people accessed mental health support.

The survey revealed 20 per cent of respondents did not have access to a computer and 24 per cent reported they did not have access to the internet with sufficient speed and data.

“The disadvantage around lack of digital infrastructure is one of the highest we have found in the country, meaning that for many people online mental health supports are not a useful option,” Mr Gye said.

People Connectors from Mareeba Community Centre, who partnered with CMHA, went door to door between February 2022 and May 2022.

Manager for the ACDC Project in Mareeba, Ashlee Ellis, said the exercise was effective in gaining an insight into community needs and she hoped that the information gained through the survey could be used in future strategic planning.

“This survey and the ability to door knock and speak to our community has been a fantastic learning and allowed us real view into people’s needs,” she said.

“I would hope this information can be used by us and other organisations to strategically plan to meet evidenced need.”

People Connectors who spoke with householders about their mental health and wellbeing also distributed information about the free support services available in their area.

The ACDC Project is being implemented in communities across all states and territories of Australia to improve wellbeing and collect important data with the assistance of the Centre for Social Impact.

The final report of the ACDC Project, along with recommendations for how the sector can better meet the needs of communities, is scheduled to be released in late 2022.

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Sound Australia CEO James Dein said with the recent increase in tourism, securing onsite accommodation in the form of caravans for essential staff had been difficult.

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Landowner defends closure of track

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A YUNGABURRA landowner has defended his right to deny people access to his property after he erected biosecurity signs over a popular walking track, sparking unrest among some locals.

Petersen’s Creek walking track in Yungaburra has grown in popularity as self-drive tourists return to the region.

Some parts of the track cut through properties of adjacent landowners, one of whom has prohibited any more foot traffic coming through his property due to biosecurity concerns surrounding Foot and Mouth and Lumpy Skin disease.

Alan Dowling has closed the track from the platypus viewing platform to just before the suspension bridge, an area he says cuts through his property – sections of the track past the bridge remain open for tourists to enjoy.

“At this stage this section is closed for biosecurity reasons, I hoped just putting the sign up would have been enough to deter people – any person who owns cattle is obligated to abide by biosecurity protocols,” Mr Dowling said.

“I have allowed people to walk it and use it but now I must abide by biosecurity. “I have put the signs up to deter people from my section of the trail and keep Foot and Mouth and Lumpy Skin Disease out.”

The track is maintained by Yungaburra Landcare and president David Blair said there was nothing the group could do if Mr Dowling chose to close a section of the track on his property.

“We knew there were some issues with the track and we had known that for some time relating to biosecurity and other issues, and of course the extremely large volume of people that started using it,” he said. “Landcare is a group incorporated to look after and revegetate this area to the extent that is possible, we operate with the explicit permission of landowners.

“We have no legal standing, no authority to do anything except by grace and favour of landowners and the council, so Landcare is not in a position to make any demands – we don’t own the land, we don’t lease the land, we just look after it.”

However, local Rex Hutchison has raised the question if the land where the signs have been erected even belong to Mr Dowling, saying the bed and banks of all streams and rivers in Queensland below the high bank are State land and he has asked the State to send a surveyor to clarify the boundaries.

The retired consulting surveyor says if the matter is not resolved quickly “many people may become distressed by what appears to be the unauthorised closure of public walking tracks on state owned land”.

But Mr Blair said it did not matter if the land was technically State land, because sections of the track cut through the landowner’s property regardless.

Mr Dowling is currently in the process of erecting a fence as per biosecurity protocols to keep people off his land and protect his livestock.

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Water tanks come to life with art

BIBOOHRA’S old water tanks have been given a new lease of life, with colourful vibrant murals painted by Cairns-based artist Sara Dragotto now completed.

The water tanks are part of Mareeba Shire Council’s Public Mural Action Plan which promises to deliver 11 murals in the next four years, with the ultimate aim to create a public art trail which, once completed, will be promoted to guide visitors to the artworks.

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to the Biboohra State School.

The second project will be the Mareeba Centenary Park Mosaic which is currently in the installation stage and expected to be completed by the end of the year. It will be a community artwork with individual elements created by community participants at the Arts in the Park Festival.

PICTURED: Artist Sara Dragotto with the newly painted murals on Biboohra’s old water tanks. PHOTO: Biboohra State School.

Proposal to sell park riles residents

AN Atherton park may be sold off and developed into medium to high density housing as Tablelands Regional Council tries to find ways to ease the housing crisis, but nearby residents are already up in arms at the idea of losing the green space across the road from their homes.

At its recent meeting Cr David Clifton asked officers to investigate selling the un-named park on Pink Street near the Hilltop Café so it can be turned into medium to high density housing which usually involves houses on small lots or unit development.

Addressing the council, Cr Clifton said the Atherton Tablelands, like the rest of Australia, was experiencing a severe accommodation shortage and with only detached houses being approved in the past 12 months, there was an obvious lack of multiple dwellings in the area.

Only seven per cent of dwellings in the Tablelands local government area are classed as medium and high-density housing options compared to 23 per cent in regional Queensland, 24 per cent in Queensland and 27 per cent across Australia.

“The above factors have severely limited the ability of families to permanently move to the area

as well as reducing the number of properties available for rental at reasonable rates,” Cr Clifton said.

“In Atherton, there has been an emphasis over many years towards conventional 3-4 bedroom homes with very few approvals for 1-2 bedroom units.”

He said the provision of higher density housing would provide the opportunity for younger residents to remain in the community and return to take up positions after completing higher level education.

“This aspect would begin the process of balancing the demographic lean away from an older population base and potentially lead to an improvement in the vitality of life in Atherton,” Cr Clifton argued.

The current housing crisis was also a major factor in his proposal, citing a record low rental vacancy rate of 0.1 per cent in the March quarter, a significant shortage in accommodation available for seasonal workers and for low-income earning families.

Cr Clifton said the “under-utilised” park bordered by Maunds Road, Pink Street and Leinster Street could be converted into higher density

housing development.

But residents who live on Pink Street who look at the park from the front of their homes are appalled at the idea of losing the green space.

Antonia Peluchetti, who is 94 and has lived at her property for 50 years, says her husband and her purchased the land for their house based on the park being across the road.

“How dare they? There is all this land around Atherton, why do they have to take the park for housing?” she said.

“A lot of kids sit in the park, and visitors passing through get food at the café and sit in the park, so I am totally against this idea.”

Mrs Peluchetti said she enjoyed the view of the trees in the park from her front patio and did not want that replaced with buildings.

Her views were echoed by next door neighbour, 91-year-old Molly Daniel, who has lived in her house for 30 years.

“I am definitely not in favour of that,” she said.

She said she liked the quiet amenity of the neighbourhood and did not want high density housing across the road which would spoil her peace and quiet.

Mum Lorna Hankin who also lives in Pink Street, was adamant the council should not sell the park – instead, she wants the park to be upgraded with equipment such as BBQs so more people could use it.

“My kids go over there and play but I think people would use it a lot more if there was more equipment in there,” she said.

“I often see kids will wait in the park for their siblings from the school to come to them so I think the park does get used. Instead of trying to sell it, council should upgrade it.”

Cr Clifton’s call for a report into selling the park land off for development was supported by most councillors, with Deputy Mayor Kevin Cardew advising that the because the 4800sq m block would only really be suitable for unit development.

“It’s not an ideal block constrained by road frontages all around – it’s a 4800sq m block – you might get four houses at best on there, whereas if you go with two-storey type unit development on there, you will achieve more liveable units than you would if it was just housing,” he said.

All councillors voted for a report to come back to council on options for the block.

RATE NOTICES ISSUED - DUE 9 SEPTEMBER 2022 The half-yearly rate notices for the six month period ending 31 December 2022 have been issued.

The discount period closes on Friday 9 September 2022.

If you have not received your rate notice, please contact the Rates Department.

HOW CAN I PAY MY RATES? You can pay your rates in a number of ways. This includes BPay, Australia Post Billpay, EFTPOS including debit and credit card, cash and cheque. To receive the discount, you need to ensure that any transactions are processed and funds cleared into Council’s bank account on or before the discount date.

Australia Post: Pay safely and securely in person at any Australia Post Office, pay by cash, cheque or credit card (Visa and Mastercard only).

By Phone: Call 13 18 16 at any time of the day for the cost of a local call (within Australia). Visa and MasterCard are accepted, normal call charges apply from public phones, mobile phones and overseas phones.

Australia Post Billpay: Visit postbillpay.com.au. Use the BillPay Code (4068) and use your BillPay Reference Number (found on your most current rate notice).

By Cheque: Post a cheque to Mareeba Shire Council, PO Box 154 MAREEBA QLD 4880.

Direct Deposit/BPay: Call your financial institution (or by logging onto their website) to pay your rates by cheque or savings account, BPAY Biller Code 228171 and your customer reference number that is found on the bottom of your rate notice in the BPAY box.

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Council business conducted Monday to Friday, 10.00am - 4.30pm.

DO YOU KNOW ABOUT OUR PAYMENT ARRANGEMENTS? To help ease the financial burden, Council has a payment arrangement scheme available provided the total amount outstanding is paid by 31 December 2022. This allows you to pay a nominated weekly, fortnightly or monthly amount towards the rates and other charges. You will only receive the 10 per cent discount, if the full amount of rates and charges is paid by Friday 9 September 2022.

Contact Council’s Rates Department for further information. Discount will not be allowed if payment is not received at Council’s Customer Service Centres at the above times by the due date. A pensioner rebate may also apply to those holders of a State Government Pensioner Concession Card or Repatriation Gold Card.

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Conflict monument unveiled

Stan Carswell laid a wreath at the service to remember Victory in the Pacific

Nev O’Brien and Val Vievers at the VP Day service on Sunday.

Victory In The Pacific memorial service

Atherton RSL sub branch president Rob Moss and Shadow Minister for Defence Phillip Thompson unveils the Afghanistan conflict monument on Sunday.

A MONUMENT dedicated to servicemen, servicewomen and dogs who served during the Afghanistan conflict has been officially unveiled in Atherton.

The monument near the Atherton RSL was officially dedicated on Sunday by Federal Member for Herbert and Shadow Minister for Defence Phillip Thompson OAM. Australia was involved in the Afghanistan conflict for around 20 years, losing 41 lives in the process, three of whom were born on the Atherton Tablelands.

The Atherton RSL put plans in motion 12 years ago to have the $90,000 monument created.

RSL deputy president, chaplain and exserviceman, John Mudge MBE said it was important to pay respects to the soldiers who lost their lives in Australia’s longest conflict.

Unlike other markers of its kind, depicts a

Dr Christine Reghenzani OAM at the ceremony.

Rocky Creek War Memorial Sunday 14 August

soldier of the 3rd battalion of the Royal Australian Regiment who would have served in Afghanistan. It also bears a plaque honouring the lives of service dogs who were killed on duty protecting Australians overseas.

“This statue reflects that we understand and acknowledge the men and women who lost their lives during the Afghanistan conflict,” Rev Mudge said.

Mr Thompson made the journey to Atherton to open the monument given the Afghanistan conflict is close to his heart. He was deployed to the country in 2009 and just six months into his tour while conducting a patrol, an IED exploded a metre in front of him. He spent several years recovering from physical and mental injuries caused by the incident.

He was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia in the 2018 Queen's Birthday Honours for service to the welfare of veterans.

The Army Cadets were part of the service at the Rocky Creek War Memorial.

Mia Henderson places a poppy on Sunday.

2/33rd Australian Infantry Battalion 25th Brigade 7th Division Plaque unveiling, Yvonne Unitt, John Heckenberg, Pete McCulkin, Frank Gaffney and Mary Steenson.

VIETNAM VETERANS’ DAY Vietnam veterans Thursday August 18, 2022

The Mareeba RSL Sub Branch will be holding a service at 10.45am at the Anzac Park Cenotaph to commemorate Long Tan Day. Everyone is welcome to attend.

LEST WE FORGET

to be remembered VETERANS of the Vietnam War and the Battle of Long Tan will be remembered this Thursday when commemoration events take place at Mareeba and Atherton.

The Vietnam War was Australia's longest military engagement of the 20th century, commencing in July 1962 and ending in 1972.

By the time the war had come to an end, almost 60,000 Australians had served, with 521 of them killed and 3000 wounded.

On Thursday 18 August, ceremonies will be conducted at Mareeba and Atherton cenotaphs to recognise all those who served in Vietnam but it also marks the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan in 1966.

During that action, 125 soldiers of Delta Company, 6th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment, and three New Zealanders faced a force of some 2000 North Vietnamese and Viet Cong troops. The battle was fought in wet and muddy conditions during a heavy tropical downpour.

By the end of the day, 17 Australians had been killed in action and 25 were wounded, one of whom died a few days later.

This was the largest number of casualties in a single operation since the Australian Task Force had established its base at nearby

The Battle of Long Tan will be remembered on Vietnam Veterans Day on Thursday. Image: Australian War Memorial.

Nui Dat the previous April.

The Mareeba ceremony will commence at 10.45am at the cenotaph with a call for silence, followed by a welcome from Mareeba RSL Sub Branch president Ross Cuzzubbo. Guest speaker is Vietnam Veteran Lance Corporal Ron Philp who served with Tracker Platoon, Support Coy 4RAR. This will be followed by the laying of wreaths, The Ode, and the Last Post to be played by bugler Lachlan Nash.

The Atherton ceremony will commence at 11am at the Atherton Cenotaph with a full commemoration service for veterans, families and friends.

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Locals launch petition over Kuranda land development

BY ROBYN HOLMES

A PROPOSAL to develop a parcel of rainforest near Kuranda into five residential blocks has locals up in arms at the thought that thousands of trees and native wildlife will be sacrificed by “profiteering” developers.

The Warril Drive development proposal is currently being assessed by Mareeba Shire Council but because it is code assessable, locals are prevented from making a formal submission and no public consultation is required.

Council says because the development is a reconfiguration in a rural residential zone, it meets the requirements as code assessable.

Nearby residents Paul and Clare Woodington, who have started an e-petition which currently has around 500 signatures, are appalled at the proposal and have made their objections known to council but claim it has not responded to any of their communications.

The couple object to the project based on a number of factors, the most serious being the destruction of habitat which would be a major threat to the critically endangered Kuranda Tree Frog (Litoria Myola).

“Our spectacular 120 million-year-old heritage rainforest, considered the oldest continually surviving tropical rainforest in the world, is home to many endangered and vulnerable creatures and plants, including the critically endangered Kuranda Tree Frog,” he said.

“The tree frog population here is so monumental that in mating season it is almost deafening. This would be a disaster for them and the other creatures that call our rainforest home.

“The land is host to over 10,000 frogs who live in the trees and breed in the dam. The killing of these frogs by decimating their natural habitat would be scandalous on a national scale.

“Access to the dam by the frogs, once splitting the land with a road, would further diminish their numbers, especially with roadkill.”

Mr Woodington also has major concerns about the danger of flooding and erosion, given the development site includes a 120-year-old dam.

He claims the developer’s proposal is based on dry season levels of water in the dam which he says rises by up to three metres in the wet season, putting one of the lots under water and affecting the plan to build a 7m wide access road to the blocks.

“The road over the dam needs 10m between the road and

the water. Trees need to grow and flourish to maintain the bank. There is not 10m available, the plot is too small,” Mr Woodington said.

“The road over the dam will also destroy its historical significance – it is part of Kuranda’s heritage, built 120 years ago to water horses, some of which helped make the railway.”

But council has advised that if the subdivision application is approved, a condition will be included requiring sign off from a certified engineer confirming that access road works will not compromise the integrity of the dam wall.

“The details of the location of the access driveway, including any earthworks required will form part of a mandatory subsequent separate application to council for operational works,” a council spokesperson said.

Mr Woodington’s claims that the proposed road design is too steep.

“Access from Warril Drive is poor at best and this proposed access road is too steep. The intended use was for one house and a 40-metre frontage to Warril Drive. The whole frontage would need to be a wide T-junction for adequate road access,” Mr Woodington said.

But council says the driveway grades and safety in relation to access out onto Warril Drive will be addressed at the operational works application stage.

Another of the couple’s objections to the project is based on the claim that the land lots will not reach rural residential status because the available land for development is less than 4,000m2, considering the dam is not “land” and area is reduced further when Category R Regulated Vegetation Areas is removed.

Council rejects this viewpoint and maintains the blocks meet the rural residential requirements.

Mr Woodington is pleading with council not to approve the development.

“A conservation area for many years, this piece of paradise is too special to be strip mined.,” he said.

“The land is undulating with two big gullies and the rainforest is dark and impenetrable – the tree cutting and earthworks needed to level it and provide sunlight would be monumental.

“The destruction of thousands of trees to accommodate the few houses proposed is inconsistent with wanting to live in a rainforest.

“It is the regulators' role in this area to ensure this does not take place on behalf of its citizens. We want the local council to say no to the proposed development.”

Yungaburra State School principal Jo McDougall and environmental leader Joey Donald with their new plants.

School grows with plants WITH caring for the environment a top priority at Yungaburra State School, students recently got busy planting 20 new native trees donated by Tablelands Regional Council.

Students spent the day exploring their school grounds, finding the perfect place to plant their new trees.

Principal Jo McDougall said the activity was a great way for the students to get out and about and learn about the importance of planting trees.

“They chose areas bordering the spacious oval, special gardens and our already established rainforest walk to plant the trees,” she said.

“Every student chose a tree, planted it in the ground, watered it in and some were even given names.

“It was such a special opportunity to contribute to the natural environment of the school and for the students to form a special and long-lasting connection to the school.”

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Our Council Our Community LAND VALUATIONS & GENERAL RATES

Land Valuations The Department of Resources provided new property valuations across the Tablelands Regional Council area during the 2021–22 financial year.

These valuations varied greatly within and across our rating categories — including some increases and some decreases.

Large grazing and primary production are the rating categories most affected by significant valuation increases.

Next Rate Notice The averaging process is ending and you will see the full property valuation applied to your next rate notice. Rate notices will begin appearing in mailboxes and inboxes in late August, with payment due in late September.

Help With Payments Pensioners who reside on their property and hold a Queensland Pensioner Concession Card or Repatriation Health Care (Gold) Card may be entitled to rate concessions. Fill out an application form from trc.qld.gov.au/rates or drop into a customer service centre.

Get in touch if you are struggling to pay your rates. We’ll set up a payment schedule so you can make weekly, fortnightly or monthly payments.

Advance payments can be made at any time.

Like all Councils we are required to use land valuations in the calculation of rates and, to help soften the rating impact, we averaged the valuations over two years.

We apply general rates as fairly and equitably as possible, and ensure we only collect the revenue we require to provide services to our community. We are also working to ensure revenue collection from each category is aligned with land valuations.

Payments can be made via Australia Post, by phone on 13 18 16, BPay, via cash, cheque or EFTPOS at our customer service centres, or by mail. Funds must be cleared by the due date to receive the 5% discount.

Email Notices Go paperless and ensure you receive your rate notice wherever you are. Register for emailed rate notices at trc.qld.gov.au/email-notices.

The change will be applied to your first notice in 2023.

More Information •

Land valuation information and explanations — qld.gov.au.

•

Rates — trc.qld.gov.au/rates, trcratesrevenue@trc.qld.gov.au, 07 4089 2489 or at a customer service centre.

2022–23 average general rate increase $

2022–23 average general rate increase %

6.17

7.94

0.11

1784.26

13,966

9.90

243.13

7.39

3328.13

8.97

239,915

43.20

1020.47

19.38

12,152.62

30

0.23

1,301,167

94.95

3530.28

34.65

8787.55

H — special industries

2

0.02

180,000

30.12

4861.31

16.94

7423.88

O — hotels & public accommodation (more than 4 rooms)

45

0.34

10,067

4.84

338.08

6.51

1287.19

P — industry

186

1.40

21,692

8.09

228.22

7.20

7659.21

Q — transport industry

47

0.35

33,840

11.19

376.95

8.44

4308.27

V — sporting & other clubs

41

0.31

11,390

8.57

86.53

3.76

775.66

Other categories

156

1.18

38,843

20.18

538.22

28.25

16,457.52

Rating category

Number of properties

A, B & M — residential, multi-unit residential & rural lifestyle

11,191

84.53

9318

C — non-residential

354

2.67

F — primary production

1188

G — large grazing

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the Tablelands Region and pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

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New Mareeba Branch president Helen Elmes and Mareeba Rodeo secretary Cecilia Clarke enjoying tea and scones at the Mareeba QCWA hall.

QCWA celebrates 100 years QUEENSLAND Country Women from Malanda and Mareeba got dolled up for a day of fun last Thursday in celebration of their 100th year in operation.

Mareeba hosted their first ever “Scone Day”, with every branch member and special guests spending the day chatting over a scone and tea.

In Malanda, the ladies dressed up in “period dress” and walked the streets with signs promoting the branch.

On Saturday from 8am to noon, the Dimbulah branch will hold a 100th anniversary event featuring a car boot sale, Fathers Day raffle, a best dressed 1920s style competition and a cake sale at the QCWA hall.

Maria Whenberg and Donna Matthews toasting to 100 years of the QCWA.

CWA member Jessie Richardson enjoying a treat at the Mareeba Scone Day.

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Grab a bargain at new Buy Back Shop MAREEBA’S new Buy Back Shop will open its doors this Saturday, allowing locals to pick up a variety of used goods and items at bargain prices.

Mareeba Shire Cr Lenore Wyatt, who is passionate about living sustainably, has been proactive in advocating for a Buy Back Shop since 2017.

“We are excited to open the Buy Back Shop – this represents another major step towards embedding the circular economy in Mareeba,” she said.

“The shop is packed to the rafters. From bicycles to fishing gear, crockery, tables and chairs, you never know what treasure you might find. I invite the community to come and grab a bargain at the Buy Back Shop.”

“Waste management is changing. We no longer ‘dump rubbish’ – waste is now recognised as a product that must be managed.”

Residents are encouraged to bring items they no longer use to the shop, including automotive goods, bikes and scooters, building materials, camping, outdoor and fishing gear, CDs, DVDs and games, clothes, shoes and accessories, furniture, gardening and household items, kids and babies’ toys, paint, pavers, bricks and tiles, and sporting

Woman arrested for multiple offences

A 38-year-old woman who allegedly had a traffic accident near Biboohra on Thursday, refused to allow police to conduct a breath test and then attempted to run away has been charged with several offences.

Police will allege that the Palm Cove woman was involved in a traffic crash on Pickford Road at about 10.30pm on Thursday and refused to supply a roadside breath test.

Once police arrested the woman and placed her in their vehicle, it is alleged a knife was located on her person. She was taken to Mareeba Police Station where she allegedly recorded a breath alcohol reading of 0.111 per cent BAC. The Palm Cove woman has been charged with one count each of fail to supply specimen roadside, obstruct police, possess knife in public and drink driving.

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The Buy Back Shop, located at the Mareeba Resource Recovery Centre on Vaughan Street will be open to the public every Saturday from 10am to 3pm.

More funds needed for pump station upgrade AN additional $640,000 will be needed to rectify issues with a concrete divider wall as part of the upgrade to the Granite Creek sewerage pump station at Mareeba.

Mareeba Shire Council approved the additional funds to fix the problem which was discovered during the upgrade to the facility.

Officers advised council that it could replace the wall with a new wall or fit structural steel bracing and concrete the affected areas in the existing wall.

“To ensure a whole of life rectification solution for the pump station and given its criticality as the major collector and transfer pump station in the Mareeba township wastewater reticulation network, it is proposed and recommended to remediate the existing wall,” a report to council stated.

Council also decided to review the Atherton Street Sewerage Pump Station upgrade project to determine if the existing pump station should be upgraded or if it would be more cost effective to construct a new facility.

“The Atherton Street sewerage pump station site is not constrained by the site limitations that the Granite Creek station has, and the construction of the new pump station could potentially be a viable alternative to upgrading the existing pump station,” the report stated.

“The Atherton Street pump station is of the same design as the Granite Creek station, and it may be a more financially prudent to construct a new pump station in lieu of refurbishing the existing pump station.”

New subdivision street names approved STREET names for the new Yungaburra Waterfront Estate have been approved by Tablelands Regional Council, but they are not the ones the developer wanted.

Developer Cairns Plywoods put forward a selection of names for four of the streets in the new subdivision, but council rejected the proposed names, citing the risk of confusion particularly in relation to emergency services.

The existing roads in the subdivision are already named “Waterfront Terrace” and “Lakeview Close”, and the developer wanted to name four more streets with similar names – “Waterview Boulevard”, “Lakefront Court”, “Waterside Avenue” and “Lakefront Close”. They also put forward “Clearwater Avenue” as another alternative.

However, officers had concerns these would cause confusion.

“The developer is attempting to establish a road naming theme within the estate and whilst such themes are supported by council’s policy, the repeated use of the same, or similar words, in road names

not only has the potential to cause confusion to road users but, more critically, may compromise the response timeframes of emergency services,” a report to council stated.

“In an estate with only six roads, if three road names were to start with ‘Water’ and the other three were to start with ‘Lake’, this would result in a considerable amount of confusion for infrequent visitors, postal services and, most importantly, emergency services.”

Officers also noted that of the 12 road name preferences tabled by the developer, only one did not start with either the word “Lake” or “Water” which was “Clearwater Avenue”.

They also noted that other towns in the region had streets with similar names.

Although the developer only wanted council to approve two street names for now, Cr David Clifton was determined to get the four streets named and put forward “Lakefront Boulevard”, “Lakeshore Court”, “Clearwater Avenue”, and “Waterview Close” as the final choices. Council approved the new street names.

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We want to continue to understand the health issues and concerns that matter most to you.

Attend our local feedback and consultation sessions Tablelands Regional Council Coordination Centre 15 Vernon Street, Atherton Thursday 11 August 2022 4:30pm – 6:00pm RSVP your attendance chhhs_planning@health.qld.gov.au

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No community say over ‘white noise’ in Malanda

Lock up and protect your vehicles IN Queensland, the majority of stolen vehicles are used for joy riding, transport or for use in other crimes.

A walk up or down the main streets of Mareeba, Atherton or Malanda reveals that some members of the community continue to leave their vehicles unlocked and unattended.

Senior Constable Daniel Hemmings said this was an open invitation to thieves to unlawfully enter vehicles and steal property.

“Leaving vehicles unlocked is providing an easy target for offenders," Senior Constable Hemmings said.

“When a victim's privacy is invaded and their property stolen, there is a considerable amount of unease that is associated.

“We need to protect our valuable items and ensure that they are not left in vehicles or left in plain sight for this opportunistic type of offence.

“Don’t leave your keys on the kitchen table, in the ignition or in plain sight.

Make it that little bit more difficult for

thieves to get their hands on your keys.”

Following these few tips will help reduce the risk of vehicle theft:  If you have off street parking, use it.

If possible, park behind locked gates or in a locked garage.  Remove temptation – always lock doors and close windows when your vehicle is unattended.  If you must leave valuables in your vehicle, keep them out of sight.

With a record number of cars stolen in Cairns this year, motorists need to be more proactive in locking vehicles subsequently deterring criminal activity.

For maximum protection, an engine immobiliser that meets Australian Standard 4601:1999 provides the most effective deterrent for opportunistic vehicle theft.

“While an engine immobiliser will help prevent vehicles being stolen, they offer no protection if a thief has access to your car keys. So, lock up your houses as well as vehicles,” Senior Constable Hemmings said.

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TALKING to Malanda residents it is quite clear that many in the community are opposed to the white noise that is the so called “music in the streets”, and at the same time are not aware of the ultimate expansion plan of this advertising scheme in Malanda.

So, what exactly is the plan? To instal speakers along both sides of English street and also potentially more along James Street, so basically there will be nowhere in the centre of town in Malanda where one can sit quietly without being bombarded with noise and advertising.

The lack of awareness is not surprising given the fact the Malanda Chamber of Commerce (MCOC) have gone out of their way to avoid community consultation.

So how did this come about? Well, this is where the process becomes somewhat opaque. The extent of TRC’s involvement is unclear. What is not in dispute is that this was a Malanda Chamber of Commerce scheme.

Businesses could “sponsor” the installation of a speaker by paying between $250-$500 and in return have their business advertising blasted on the radio. All this in a public area.

I mean I guess it’s not a bad offering for businesses really - pay money to the chamber to have your advertising aired in a public area, in which the community has no say, nor ability to turn off the noise.

In doing so the community are being treated with utter disdain. Now if this were in a privately owned shopping centre that would be a different matter entirely, but for this to occur in public areas in the middle of town without consultation is completely inappropriate.

Personally, I used to enjoy a meal and a quiet drink via outside dining in English street, but now avoid doing so. What was once relaxing is now anything but thanks to this obnoxious noise.

I note a large number of elderly residents, (often with mobility issues), likewise used to thoroughly enjoy their outing sitting outside the local cafes and bakery and talking to their friends.

I am told this is no longer possible as it’s impossible to hear each other over the noise. This is hardly surprising! The volume is far too loud, and what really grates is being forced to listen to advertising or the music choice of others in a public place!

I first raised concerns in writing directly with the MCOC in October 2021, when I asked a series of questions including if the MCOC would openly consult with the community before proceeding.

That seemingly simple question was repeatedly avoided. My frustration was openly expressed in a follow up email to the chamber two months later when I remarked: “To re-state my initial concern, which to be honest is now well and truly frustration - the chamber by not consulting with the community on something that directly impacts them in public spaces, is overreaching.”

I note there has been a stream of opposition to this “music in the streets” on social media. The chamber’s response has been to ignore and not engage, nor consult.

While there is no doubt the MCOC does some good work in promoting local business, it needs to stick to this remit, and not make decisions for / nor purport to represent the wider community when it clearly does not.

There is now talk of grants being applied for to fund the expansion of the plan. It is about time the MCOC comes clean with the community. The chamber needs to realise they neither represent the broader community, nor have the authority to make decisions that negatively impact on residents. To do so especially without first widely consulting the community is not right, should never have happened and it needs to stop!

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Climate alarm pushed by least trustworthy among us

MARKET research firm Roy Morgan produces an annual list of Australia’s most trusted professions. Currently, nurses are at the top (88%) and car salesmen are at the bottom (3%). Quite near the bottom are Federal and State MPs (7%) and business executives (8%).

It is Federal and State MPs and business executives (and their foreign equivalents) waging the war on carbon dioxide (CO2) – the miracle molecule that is essential to life.

The level of CO2 in the atmosphere is an artefact of Henry’s Law and the amount of solar heat stored in the world’s vast oceans (1.335 billion cubic kilometres).

That heat can last for centuries due to minimal mixing, resulting in slow convection rates.

Despite 21 international climate conferences and a global Covid lockdown, the official measure of CO2 (the Keeling curve) has ratcheted up steadily in line with Henry’s Law and oceanic heat release.

While politicians and businesspeople continue to lie about CO2-induced catastrophic global warming in order to get political power and taxpayers’ money, here’s a short list of what has really happened during the industrial era: • 98% decline in deaths from extreme weather events; • Increasing crop yields; • Global greening; • Decreasing child mortality; • Increases in life expectancy; • Reductions in poverty; • Pacific Islands increasing in size; • Decline in wildfires; • Heatwaves declining since the late 1930s; • Declining insurance losses from extreme weather; • Fewer and less intense cyclones; • Great Barrier Reef in top health; • No rapid sea level rise flooding coastal cities.

Every scary prediction ever made has failed to eventuate. The people pushing this myth are amongst our least trusted professions. They profit and become more powerful by pushing lies that should be obvious to everyone.

But somehow we got an alarmist Federal Government in May that is determined to destroy our energy, fuel, and food supplies, and to force homeowners out of their properties with inflation and rising interest rates.

If we assume the election wasn’t stolen by activists within the Australian Election Commission, the majority of us are deeply brainwashed and have not connected the dots.

It is now the duty of every Aussie who is awake to the truth and who can see the danger of the WEF-controlled de-populationist anti-CO2 narrative to educate their family, friends, and colleagues.

The only way we can save our modern technological society from the real climate disaster that is coming, related to the imminent magnetic pole reversal (due by 2050), is to help the majority to understand that catastrophic CO2 climate change is a lie pushed by some of our least trustworthy people.

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Passion for drones leads to STEM success A MAREEBA local with a passion for science, drones and preserving her Aboriginal history and heritage has been selected as a keynote speaker for the upcoming STEM Aboriginal Learner Congress in August.

Through her love of drones and passion for her traditional country, 19-year-old Bachelor of Science student Gullara McInnes (pictured) has been invited to speak at the upcoming congress on 18-19 August, hoping to inspire other young indigenous women to pursue careers in STEM. The congress is hosted by the Young Aboriginal STEM Thinkers of South Australia, run by young Aboriginal people for young Aboriginal people.

It aims to engage young indigenous Australians with science, technology, engineering, math and industry experiences.

Ms McInnes’s fascination with drones was born during her time as a student at Mareeba State High School where she learned the wonders of geospatial mapping.

Mareeba’s Gullara McInnes will be a keynote speaker at the upcoming STEM Aboriginal Learner Congress.

Her interest in geospatial mapping eventually enabled her to provide local indigenous elders the opportunity to identify traditional indigenous sites from the sky.

“As some of our elders passed away and others were physically unable to point out certain traditional sites, we were faced with a problem,” Ms McInnes said.

“There are big trees that surround the locations and restrict us from easily accessing them.

“That is when I decided to use two drones, one to provide a bird’s eye view and the other to get under the canopy to enable our local elders to identify the different sites using modern drone technology.”

Ms McInnes’s program and her own initiative to map Country resulted in her winning the “Caring for Country Award” during NAIDOC Week in 2020.

Now getting the chance to speak at the STEM congress, she is encouraging girls to break down the social barriers and to dream big.

“I’m a girl who loves science and drones, and no matter what people say, I’m not stopping until I’m the greatest female drone pilot in Australia,” she said.

“Then I’m setting my bar to global recognition and I hope that one day, I’ll be able to teach the operation of drones to students.”

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Andrew Ford from Mareeba Toyota donated $3,000 to Julie Theakston and Mareeba Community Centre to help with their mental health programs.

MAREEBA Toyota and Hansen Ford has donated $3,000 to the Mareeba Community Centre to assist them in mental health related programs and projects happening within the centre.

Toyota sales manager Andrew Ford believed mental health was an important cause to donate to and knew the community centre was the perfect place to donate.

“There is a lot of people out there who need some help along the way with mental health

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“We think the community centre does a lot of important work with mental health and we hope people can contact them when they need help.

“These funds will help them in the future to keep mental health projects up and run.”

Police use drone to locate boys on farm

A DRONE was used by police at a Mareeba cane farm last week to locate three boys who allegedly stole a car from Smithfield and drove it to the Tablelands.

The two 17-year-olds and a 12-year-old boy allegedly stole the vehicle on Monday morning, which was recovered on the Mareeba Dimbulah Road with front end damage.

Police were advised by a farmer on Chettle Road that he had located the boys about 4pm in his shed.

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the boys ran into a cane paddock where they attempted to hide from police for about 20 minutes before the use of a drone located them and they were arrested.

The two teenagers, from Westcourt and Redlynch, were charged with one count each of unlawful use of motor vehicle, trespass and obstructing police, while the 12-year-old from Holloways Beach was charged with burglary and committing an indictable offence, unlawful use of motor vehicle, trespass and obstructing police.

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ENTERTAINMENT Medieval feast for the ages

True-blue country girl makes her way to Savannah GROWING up in rural Australia, country music and the country way of life has been in singer-songwriter Abbie Ferris’s blood all her life and now, she is bringing that passion to Mareeba for Savannah in the Round in 2022.

Described as the definition of a true-blue country girl, Abbie’s father worked the sale yards and Abbie herself was on horseback by the time she could walk and like many other’s in rural Australia, fell in love with country music.

Abbie was awarded the Market the Music ‘Emerging Artist Scholarship’ in 2017 which led to an appearance on the Country Music Channel Awards red carpet and a festival debut at the Groundwater Country Music Festival.

Having cracked into the festival circuit in her debut year, Abbie followed up with performances at Country at the Camp and Australian Music Week in the same year.

Now in 2022 Abbie has released four singles to radio including “For A Moment” in 2018, “Beat You At Your Own Game” in 2019, and “Love Up On Me” and “Bad Boy Crush” in 2020.

Each release has seen Abbie improve her chart position, with the most recent release reaching #21 on the Official Airplay Chart and #3 on the Kix Country Hottest 20.

On the back of this success Abbie has secured a spot in this year’s star Savannah in the Round line up set to rock the Mareeba Rodeo Grounds Queen’s Birthday long weekend this October.

Coming off the success of last year's inaugural festival, Savannah in the Round 2022 is set to be bigger and better than the last with the inclusion of overseas acts.

To secure your tickets for the north’s premier country music festival head to www.savannahintheround.com.au

A FEAST for the ages will be held in Malanda on Saturday night as The Top Rail hosts The Feast of Westeros, a thematic night following the tropes of medieval times and the popular “Game of Thrones” series.

The Top Rail owner Michelle Oliver says if people want to experience a medieval feast of barbaric proportions, then The Top Rail is the place to be on Saturday night.

The idea for the all-you-can-eat feast was spurred on by customer eagerness to participate in a theme night and Michelle and her husband Jacob’s love for Game of Thrones, hence The Feast of Westeros was born.

“My husband and I watched the Game of Thrones series and we absolutely love it, that is why we are hosting the evening,” Ms Oliver said.

“We have found that a lot of people want to get dressed up, a lot of our customers are dying to go to a good theme night.

“It will be a feast of barbaric proportions.”

Keeping with the theme of the night, patrons will be required to dress up in medieval themed attire with delicacies such as pig on the spit, slow cooked brisket, stuffed pumpkin and more to be served alongside beer in horns and wine in goblets by thematic “bar wenches”.

The Top Rail’s mechanical bull will also be following the theme, being redesigned to be a fearsome dragon.

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MIDNIGHT Froggy jams it out OIL with music lovers

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THERE is only one thing local band Froggy Le Blanc loves more than entertaining crowds with their quirky song selection – jamming out with like-minded live musicians at Tablelands Music Lovers.

Froggy Le Blanc was formed just over two years ago and while there have been other band members come and go over time, the three core members remaining are Gabby as the main vocalist, Geoff and Adam.

As many of the band members often chop and change instruments, there isn’t a set repertoire the band follows but they do play a mix of keys, guitar, bass, drums and percussion.

The band takes pride in their wide range of song selection with hits from artists like ACDC, Johnny Cash and Billie Eilish all part of their regular line-up, with some originals mixed in.

Despite their array of songs, the band is very selective about what they choose to play as they don’t like to follow what other bands are doing, instead choosing to be “quirky”.

“We don’t use the same song that every other band in the world plays, we will pick something else from that artist that is still a hit but we will try that, it might be a little bit more challenging,” Geoff said.

“Pokerface by Lady Gaga is a good example, tell me if you have heard of another pub band playing that.

“Bad Guy by Billie Eilish, Riders in the Sky

by Johnny Cash – they may be a bit quirky but we like them and they sound good.”

The band plays at many of their venues for cheap because for them, it isn’t about the money, it is about the love of music – making them feel right at home with Tableland Music Lovers.

One of Froggy Le Blanc’s latest gigs was at the Walsh Community Centre, where they volunteered their time to help raise funds for the local Rural Fire Brigade, band members would also often man the doors or help run the bar at Music Lovers events.

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Froggy Le Blanc band members Adam, Gabby and Garry are all active members of Tablelands Music Lovers where they jam and foster relationship with other live music artists.

a date yet to be decided, it will start with an open mic night and finish with a performance from Froggy Le Blanc.

“Music Lovers gives us an opportunity and a venue, we have played at a couple of their really big gigs,” Geoff said.

“Everyone is very welcoming as well, it all revolves around music so we often jam together and as a musician that is what you do together, get up and play with your friends.

“We would go at least once a fortnight to jam and we would get up and play with Ben Wilson, finish the night as a duo, jump in with someone, Gabby would go up and play the drums for a new up and coming artists I would go up and play guitar for them.

“Not as Froggy Le Blanc, just as Tablelands Music Lovers members.”

However, with Music Lovers recently losing their venue, the club is holding its jam sessions, open mic nights and other associated events less frequently.

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A COLLECTION of passionate musicians from the Queensland Symphony Orchestra will be showcasing their talents alongside local pianist Jean Pluschke next Friday as part of the Super Famous concert at Destiny Hall, Atherton.

The 13 piece touring orchestra will play a collection of classical favourites including Prokofiev, Handel, Grieg and more.

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Jean will be opening the act with Bach, Le Claude Daquin, Edvard Grieg and Clara Schumann.

The event will be held on 26 August. Tickets are $30 an adult, $20 for members, $25 for concessions and $15 for children.

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ENTERTAINMENT New movies on screen

THERE is one more weekend at the Majestic Theatre in Malanda, before a short two-week break . So make the most of this opportunity to see these great movies.

The new country music movie, “Lee Kernaghan: Boy From The Bush” should be worth seeing if you're into country music or like a great Aussie flick. Remember he's a legend in Queensland.

The romance comedy “Falling For Figaro” shows one last time this Saturday.

The Brad Pitt action thriller, “Bullet Train”, continues for another action-packed weekend.

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The beauty and grace of Swan Lake will be performed

by The Royal Czech Ballet in Cairns next month.

Swan Lake set to grace Cairns SOME of Europe’s most elite dancers will perform the most loved classical ballet of them all, “Swan Lake”, in Cairns next month.

The Royal Czech Ballet will visit Australia for the first time with “Swan Lake”, a masterpiece ballet which will be presented in two acts and follows the original story line with traditional choreographic revisions by Marius Pepita.

Swan Lake is the love story of Prince Siegfried who falls in love with the Odette.

Odette is under a spell, where she is a

swan by day, who turns into a woman at night.

The spell can only be broken by a man who will pledge his love forever. It is a story where the virtues of love and forgiveness in the end conquer evil and betrayal.

The Royal Czech Ballet features elite dancers from European countries of France, Italy, Moldova and Ukraine.

There will be three performances at Cairns Performing Arts Centre – on 30 September and on 1-2 October.

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FALLING FOR FIGARO A brilliant young fund manager leaves her unfulfilling job and long-term boyfriend to chase her lifelong dream of becoming an opera singer in the Scottish Highlands.

BULLET TRAIN Ladybug (Brad Pitt) is an unlucky assassin determined to do his job peacefully after one too many gigs gone off the rails. Fate, however, may have other plans, as Ladybug's latest mission puts him on a collision course with lethal adversaries from around the globe.

Share your story at PeckaKucha event THE ART of PechaKucha will be showcased in Atherton next month, with locals who love storytelling invited to come along to the visual fast-paced presentation at the Barron Valley Hotel.

PechaKucha is an art of presenting a story with a 20 image x 20 second ratio, designed

by Japanese architects who were tired of listening to long presentations.

The concept of having a slideshow presentation of 20 images and having 20 seconds to explain the imagery was created and adapted by many presenters across the world.

Organiser Deanna Maich of community arts group, Atherton Buzz, decided she wanted to bring the unique presentation to Atherton to give the town a little more excitement.

She says this event will inspire those who attend and help build resilience in the community throughout the art.

“We wanted to focus on stories of resilience, art and beauty where people can show their experience through pictures as well as words,” she said.

“We are mimicking what they were doing at Tanks in Cairns so we could have something like this here in Atherton.

“We hope this is something the community can pick up and brand for Atherton and I can not wait to see what comes of it.”

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New home a perfect fit for NRM IT was a far cry from the home office set up in Atherton almost 12 years ago.

Last week’s official opening of the new Atherton premises for Cape York Natural Resource Management (NRM) marked another chapter in the organisation’s history, according to interim CEO Bob Frazer.

“We’ve come a long way over the years,” he told the crowd.

“When I first set up the organisation it was just me, and it ran out of an office in my home.

“We have grown to a staff of 18, have another office in Cooktown and have developed a good reputation in the Natural Resource Management sector.

“We have built a strong relationship with the local council, with the Mayor, and with people in the community both here and across Cape York.

“This new home is a fitting testament to our continued dedication to working with, and for, land managers on Cape York Peninsula.”

The new office, at 22C Evans Street, replaces NRM’s previous long-term office at the Atherton CSIRO site after it was closed by the Federal Government. The new premises include 18 rooms and a car park for 12.

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Roy and Ruth Stonehouse of Atherton and Doreen Marshall of Tolga marvelled at Gadgarra Murray Grey's 18 year old matron, Jeanette, former Supreme Champion Murray Grey cow of both the Brisbane Exhibition in Brisbane in 2010 and at Rockhampton Beef Week in 2009.

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$2.95m for land restoration project A 15-YEAR project that involves planting more than 200,000 trees has attracted $2.95 million from the State, allowing a 60-hectare site near Tarzali to host a significant wildlife corridor.

The Rock Road Wildlife Corridor project is one of 16 that received money from the State Government’s Land Restoration Fund (LRF).

South Endeavour Trust director Tim Hughes said the project would involve reforesting a 1.8 km corridor of land with direct plantings, eventually reconnecting the largest unconnected fragment of

intact high altitude tropical rainforest left on the Atherton Tablelands back to the World Heritage area.

“The Rock Road Wildlife Corridor project is the largest rainforest restoration project ever undertaken in the region,” Mr Hughes said.

“As a result of the LRF investment, we can really scale up our conservation work and have a major positive impact on the outlook for climate sensitive wildlife species such as the Green Ringtail Possum and the Lemuroid Ringtail Possum.

“We know from community efforts over 40 years that it only takes three to four years to have good forest cover from plantings.

“We are incredibly excited to start.”

Environment Minister Meaghan Scanlon said the 16 new projects would regenerate and expand threatened ecosystems, bring jobs and training to regional areas, and support Indigenous-led initiatives taking place on Indigenous land.

The projects will see landholders generate new income via carbon credits created by capturing or

reducing emissions in their vegetation and soils, while also creating good jobs, supporting local economies, and protecting native vegetation and threatened wildlife.

It comes after Queensland was named number one in carbon farming in a first-ever national assessment and report by the Carbon Market Institute.

“We’re taking real action on climate change and we want to seize both the environmental and economic opportunities in emerging industries like carbon farming,” Minister Scanlon said.

Pollination Services Canola crops are pretty rare in Far North Queensland, but Pompey Pezzelato is having great success with his presold 30ha crop that is on track to match southern returns.

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AFTER taking a beating from Fall armyworms in their last couple of corn crops, Pompey Pezzelato and his family were looking for a low input, high return, rotational crop to plant after their peanuts for the 2022 season.

The swathe of golden bloom visible from State Route 52 between Atherton and Yungaburra is the product of those deliberations and if the healthy stand of plants and the busy hum of bees are anything to go by, it has been quite successful.

“I tried planting canola about 5-6 years ago and it went fairly well, there were just a few dramas with crop re-growth after we headed it,” Mr Pezellato said.

“This year's labour shortages and high planting costs made it a good time to have another look at it as an option.

“I started planting the first block in early May and planted the next 18 hectares after that 125mm of winter rain. Canola is a winter crop and thrives on the cold nights and cool days the Tablelands has been having.

“At this stage, production looks to be on track to achieve a healthy 2.5 tonnes per hectare, which is getting up there. They might do a little better down south, but we have only had to water it twice and we've had no real problems with disease.”

The crop has been pre-sold into a favourable market bolstered by the shortages of just about every common food source this year as a result of the Russian-Ukraine situation.

“We planted just over 30 hectares of the Blazer TT variety of canola, as it is the best one for this area. Not much canola has been planted this far north, but it has grown well and I am happy with the price,” Mr Pezellato said.

This crop is consigned to Advance Rural Atherton for use in their chicken meal product.

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essential mineral content makes it a widely used food source for livestock, poultry and fish.

“Blazer TT is resistant to Atrizine which means we can apply herbicides to control the broadleaf weeds and grass. This field was planted in the first week of June and is currently in full bloom, which usually only lasts for a fourweek window,” Mr Pezellato said.

“The blossom will die off slowly and the seed will eventually turn black when it is ready to harvest. A local contract harvester will pick it using a machine used for collecting grass seed like brachiaria.

“Harvesting with this open front machine is not as efficient as the wind-rowing method used in the south. We end up losing a bit of seed, but its good enough for the time being.

“Prior to planting the canola, we just chopped our peanut trash into the paddock, seeded it with the spreader, harrowed and rolled it in.

“The canola's big tap root will loosen the soil for the next peanut crop. After heading, we will mulch the plants and plough them in before replanting peanuts by November/December.”

Meanwhile, Mr Pezzelato is looking forward to a good return on the 12 hectares of potatoes he has growing under irrigation as he said there weren't too many potatoes around this year.

“Grower numbers have dwindled from around 150 potato farmers decades ago, to just 6-7 this season. We will also have 2000 avocado trees producing by the end of the year, so hopefully that market improves a bit before the next harvest,” he said.

“It has been a terrific growing season this year, one of the best I have seen since we have been farming, but we have taken a bit of a hammering from the rats and water hens.”

Following nearly a century of farming by his family on the Tablelands over the generations, Mr Pezzelato said he was busier than ever. He said staff shortages have had him going “eight days a week” to try and keep up.

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Carcase comp looks to up quality of beef

BY SALLY TURLEY

GORDON and Tabitha Carcary of “Acton Ridge Ultrablack and Brangus Stud” have entered a pen of Brangus and a pen of Ultra black steers in the inaugural Far North Queensland Grass Fed Carcase Competition and are looking forward to seeing the results.

“Win, lose or draw, the feedback from our involvement will be invaluable,” Gordon said.

“There is no better way to get this kind of feedback and no masking the results, but competing against the best producers in the north will be good for our stud.

“We put some nice cattle in, they were the best we had, most of them were milk tooth and we know they have averaged over 300kg.

“They have been fed purely on grass up until we had a few winter frosts. After that we started giving them access to some molasses to help hold their condition.

“Obviously we would be ecstatic with a win, we would tell everyone about it and it would be great for business, but primarily we are hoping to learn from our involvement, to see if we are on the right track with our genetics program.”

The couple run around 70 stud breeders, 4050 of which they artificially inseminate (AI) with predominantly Australian genetics.

“We run the balance, including unsuccessful AI participants, with two good bulls in single sire herds. There are a lot of good Angus genetics in Australia and we are a bit spoiled for choice,” Gordon said.

“We have made a conscious decision to look after our breeders better in the last few years, leasing a 40ha property near Malanda for them and we've noticed an improvement in their condition, in their AI conception rates and in the weaning weights of their progeny.”

Gordon said he had noticed an increase in demand for their Ultrablacks, (the product of breeding a registered Brangus to a registered Angus), in the west, because of their increased Brahman adaptability and improved weight gains.

The couple sent a total of six steers from their 81-hectare Tarzali property to the JBS Townsville abattoir, as part of a draft of 65 head of Brangus, Charbray, Brahman Cross and Droughtmaster steers and heifers from Tableland, Mt Garnet and Burdekin properties.

Engineers of the competition, Tableland and Burdekin beef producers, Bernie English and Greg Brown, said this was the first Meat Standards Australia (MSA) contest to be run in the north and it was all about eating quality and showing northern producers how well their cattle would grade under MSA. MSA is a science-based beef (and sheep-meat) eating quality program designed to take the guesswork out of buying and cooking Australian red meat, involving all sectors of the supply chain from paddock to plate.

Factors such as the maturity (ossification) of the animal, breed content, the colour of the meat, the pH and acidity levels, marbling and the distribution of fat on the animal are all judged as key traits that can affect eating quality.

By entering Brangus and Ultrablack steers in the north's first MSA carcase competition, Gordon Carcary hopes to gain valuable feedback for their stud operation.

Competition entries had to be pasture-fed pens of three steers or three heifers, dressing 260-340kg and vendors were paid on that week's JBS grid.

Entries were scored out of 50 points for MSA-index eating quality; out of 40 points for meat yield and 10 points for meeting market specifications such as fat cover and weight range.

The last of the cattle were processed and graded on 26 July and results from the competition will be revealed at the Barron Valley Hotel, Atherton on Wednesday night.

“Some fascinating and surprising results have

come out of the competition and there will be lessons for producers to learn from them,” Mr Brown said.

“Some of the cattle have done very well scoring over 60 in a possible MSA range of 30-80, putting them in the top 10 per cent of Australian beef.

“Ideally the competition will help lift the profile of MSA pasture-fed cattle in North Queensland. Hopefully we can attract more producers next year and it would be great to include some high-grade Brahman cattle next time to see how they compare with the cross-breeds,” he added.

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A REGIONAL roadshow will be coming to Mareeba later this month as part of the successful Northern Australia Food Futures Conference.

The Food Futures Roadshows, which are organised by the NT Farmers Association, provide a unique chance to understand and discuss the opportunities for agricultural development in Northern Australia.

The theme of the event is “Northern Myths, Opportunities and Realities” and will run from 30-31 August.

“The two-day event will feature presentations from farmers and experts regarding the future of agriculture in the region,” association environmental projects officer Tahna Jackson said.

“Over 26 speakers will discuss a wide range of subjects such as trends affecting the industry, diversification opportunities, biosecurity, soil health and sustainable farming.”

“The program features a bus tour to leading farms in the region that are at the forefront of agricultural innovation and best practice.

“It will give participants an insight into agriculture in the Mareeba area and the economic contribution it makes to communities in North Queensland.”

Ms Jackson said one of the highlights of the event would be the networking dinner, which will be held at Skybury Coffee.

“We have been working hard with the FNQ Incubator to create a menu that showcases local products and produce from the region including boutique distilleries,” Ms Jackson said.

“Not only will the presenters deliver extremely informative insights into agriculture but the networking opportunities are unparalleled.

“The event will attract farmers, policy makers, extension officers, researchers,

peak industry association and resellers. It is an event not to be missed if you are interested in agriculture.”

Presentations will be held at the Cedric Davies Community Club on Anzac Avenue.

Entry to the Roadshow is free for members of agricultural industry associations or $60 for non-members. Tickets include presentations, bus tours, morning tea, afternoon tea and lunch. The special networking dinner at Skybury is $55.

For more information and to buy tickets, visit the NT Farmers website or Facebook page.

This roadshow has been made possible thanks to the support of sponsors, Growcom, The National Recovery and Resilience Agency (Australia Government), Rabobank, AgriFutures Australia, Q.I.T.E, FNQ Food Incubator and Food Manufacturing Hub.

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Discover your ultimate acreage escape POSITIONED perfectly on a tranquil 2.3ha, this immaculate, well-appointed home with privacy and seclusion is located at the end of 66 Peter Street, Carrington – a closed street bordering a national park, only five minutes from Atherton.

The generous open plan design with spacious living areas all opening onto the wrap around verandah, combine to complete the perfect picture of quiet, relaxed acreage living while still being close to town.

Distinctive features include a sleek modern kitchen complete with separate pantry, gas and electric cooking appliances, large island bench with a single gas hob for wok cooking, and a servery that opens out to the fully screened entertaining area beside the indoor pool.

The master bedroom with double shower ensuite and walk-in robe, opens onto the verandah enjoying a peaceful outlook over the garden.

Additional features: • Four bedrooms with built-ins • Formal dining and living areas - open plan • Separate family room with fireplace • Reverse cycle air conditioning

• Intercom system to every room • Indoor saltwater swimming pool • 4 Bay shed with extra storage sheds • Well established gardens with irrigation • Cattle Yards, crush and loading ramp • Bore • School Bus Local amenities include schools, sporting facilities, shopping centres, restaurants, and parks.

A wonderful family and entertaining home with acreage suitable for animals.

Nearby is the Nyleta Wetlands, a bird habitat for those who love bird watching.

Protentional B&B accommodation.

This private sanctuary delivers all the essential elements along with country comfort in the perfect location.

A tranquil place of visual enjoyment, and amazing natural beauty surrounding the entire property.

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Offers Invited.

Contact Deborah Godfrey at Deborah Godfrey Real Estate on 0408 449 808 for more information or a private inspection.

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• Walking distance to Atherton’s main street and supermarket complex • 2x bedrooms with built-in wardrobes • Double carport • Tucked away behind a tall fence to keep your privacy

$270,000

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This surprising home can't be judged from the street

THIS three bedroom timber home has all the charm and character of a country cottage but with so much more room and a multitude of features.…all in a perfect central location within walking distance to Town Centre.

Attributes include: • 3 Generous bedrooms plus multiple living areas – gyprock lined internally • Sizeable entertainment

area at the rear with slate floor & bar/kitchenette area, 3m x 3.5m storeroom plus 3 roller doors opening up to the in-ground pool & private courtyard gardens • Very private pool with rock water fall and tropical garden • Tiled, generous kitchen with breakfast bar, corner pantry and recently replaced oven

• Tiled lounge room with extended 2nd living area • Tiled dining area • Main bedroom with airconditioning and sitting area • Main bathroom incorporating toilet, shower & freestanding claw footed bath • Outdoor timber deck / sitting area • Sliding windows with fly mesh throughout plus security screens on the laundry

and rear entry doors • Built-in storage cupboards • Large internal laundry • 2nd bathroom and toilet off the entertainment area • 1500 Litre poly rainwater tank plus filtered town water • 754m2 allotment with established, low maintenance tropical gardens in a quiet and convenient loca-

tion with no neighbours on the righthand side You’ll be surprised by the space and delighted by the warmth and appeal.

Address: Price: Agent:

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

31 Basalt Street, MAREEBA Offers Over $450,000 EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

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92.83ha prime Millstream grazing, lifestyle property

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SITUATED just 10 minutes west of Ravenshoe is this rare opportunity to purchase an established 92.83Ha (229.4 acre) property with abundant water.

The property consists of 2 Lots on 1 title and features Kennedy Highway access.

Property features included a 2 bedroom 1 bathroom rustic cottage with large entertainment area and shed space

galore with a 20x8m powered shed with laundry and 2nd bathroom and separate 15 x 5m machinery shed.

The property provides plenty of water via supply from 2 x bores, 2 x dams plus a turkeys nest with a year round carrying capacity of approximately 50 to 60 head of cattle. Soil types are predominantly volcanic/basalt soils.

This property provides an exceptional rural lifestyle and grazing opportunity with the advantage of close proximity to town.

For more information or to arrange your private inspection contact Exclusive Agent Greg Smith on 0437 332 912.

4091 1177 21 Main St, Atherton

Address: 14100 Kennedy Highway, MILLSTREAM Price: Offers Over $690,000 Agent: EXCLUSIVE to Greg Smith First National Atherton Contact: 0437 332 912

4091 1177 21 Main St, Atherton

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• Three bedroom, one bathroom home built into a shed on 8812m² • Kitchen features timber benchtops, an island bench and a gas stove • Master bedroom at the top of internal stairs with built-in wardrobe • Timber deck with great views of the surrounding countryside • Block split into two lots, Lot 18 2774m² and Lot 3 6038m²

Price: $305,000 - Call Brendan on 0447 809 808

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Price: Offers Over $550,000 - Call Greg on 0437 332 912

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• Two storey solid brick house on a double block • 2 living areas, timber kitchen with walk-in pantry • A wood heater built into the open fireplace for cool winter evenings • Second living area provides a bar for the adults to relax in • The large shed backing on to the side street makes loading trucks easy

Price: $630,000 - Call Brendan on 0447 809 808

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Tinaroo package with features galore

THIS BUSINESS IS FOR SALE! This is the time to make a change.

Opportunity to be made here with this successful, reliable, and friendly business.

This well-established business offers more than just a newsagency, its diversity never stops with gifts, Lotto and stationery, just to name a few.

Conveniently located in the main Street (Byrnes St) of Mareeba, NQ.

PRICE ON APPLICATION CONTACT DEBORAH GODFREY REAL ESTATE MOBILE: 0408 449 808 SITUATED in the lovely and quite community of Black Gully Road Tinaroo, this property offers a spacious and versatile floorplan ideally suited for large families or those seeking a lifestyle close to the waters edge at Lake Tinaroo.

The home, inground pool and landscaping sprawls across the 2.4 acre property providing privacy and space for everyone.

The home offers the warmth and character of timber features including raked ceilings and a spacious silky oak kitchen. The outdoor patio overlooking the inground pool is sure to accommodate entertainment for family and guests.

Step downstairs and you'll find a huge enclosed area comprising of separate of-

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fice, bathroom and w/c, builtin work bench. There is also the ability to accommodate 6 cars.

FEATURES INCLUDE: • 2.4 acres located close to the waters edge at Lake Tinaroo • Split level 3 bedroom home with built-in office downstairs • 3 bedrooms in total with all 3 featuring raked ceilings & built-in cupboards • Semi open living area includes kitchen, dining and lounge all with exposed raked ceilings • The silky oak Kitchen offers masses of storage with pantry, dishwasher & gas cooktop • Main lounge has raked ceilings, and access to patio • 2 way bathroom with walk-in shower, spa bath,

and a picturesque outlook • Lake Tinaroo water views from living areas • Office space built-in with laundry • Outdoor patio entertainment area overlooking the inground saltwater pool • Small solar system DOWNSTAIRS: • Huge fully enclosed high clearance area • Separate built-in office • Bar area • Combined bathroom and W/C • Full length built-in workbench Address: Price: Agent:

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• Ample lights and power point outlets • Accommodates 6 cars • Single carport • All weather concrete driveway Having such a large enclosed downstairs area this property also lends itself to a home based business, keeping it totally separate from the main living areas.

THE MARKET HAS CHANGED Before you make your next move – call me for sound and professional advice

For further details and to arrange your inspection Contact Exclusive agent Rino Gava at Raine & Horne Atherton on 0427 779 086.

1-3 Black Gully Road, TINAROO Offers Over $790,000 EXCLUSIVE to Rino Gava Raine & Horne Atherton 0427 779 086

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FABULOUS ACREAGE WITH SHED 111-113 Rankine Drive

• 3 bedrooms + 2 office spaces • Minutes to town centre • 2 bay shed with lean-to • Fully fenced with creek Sale $549,000 Web ID 16733677 Rino Gava 0427 779 086

• 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms + office • 12m x 9m shed with power & water • Ca le yard, loading ramp + 3 paddocks • Creek access Sale Offers Over $1.1 Million Web ID 16733702 Rino Gava 0427 779 086

• Brick home on 820m2 allotment • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Double lock up garage + double carport • 2 living areas + security screens + shed Sale $409,000 ONO Web ID 16733698 Colle e Rowston 0419 733 712

• 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Open plan living, polished timber floors • 4165m2 with fencing on 2 sides • 15m x 7m block shed with 2 roller doors Sale Offers Over $680,000 Web ID 16733674 Colle e Rowston 0419 733 712

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Attention long term investment buyers

ARE you looking for a strategically located investment opportunity?

Stop and look no further here it is, 8,000sqm of level land in Tolga, just 180 metres from the Primary School. This prominently situated property offers an excellent opportunity for the savvy investor with a vision for the future.

There is a comfortable home on the property that can be rented until you are ready to subdivide or for you to enjoy living in Tolga, a climatic sweet spot for most of the year, encouraging a life lived outdoors.

Considered a once in a lifetime chance, this property offers astute buyers a rare opportunity to secure a development site in a central position.

This property is being marketed under Expressions of Interest, consequently a price guide cannot be provided. Expressions of Interest Address: Price: Agent:

close at 4.00pm on Thursday 31st August 2022.

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

TOLGA Expressions of Interest Trisha Jackson & Tim Jackson Professionals Atherton 0419 183 145 or 0407 335 007

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Malanda

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GREAT INVESTMENT IN MILLAA MILLAA

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Beautiful surrounds

This picturesque 1,421 sqm block is located at Peeramon with rural views to the front and rear boundaries & treed for privacy from both neighbouring properties. The colourful manicured garden is spectacular with an array of feathered friends visiting throughout the day.

You'll feel 'home sweet home' in the solid masonry block dwelling which has a large open plan kitchen, dining and lounge room with an extra large family room. The master bedroom has huge his and her's built in robe and ensuite. Two more bedrooms and an office complete the home with a main bathroom and laundry.

The large garage has a remote controlled roller door and can access the house

via the office and the extra carport via the rear glass sliding door.

The property supplied by bore water which is pumped to the rain water tank and pressure pumped to the house. The second rainwater tank is purely rainwater collected from the house roof. There are two garden sheds to house the lawnmower and gardening equipment.

The chook pen and vegie garden are to the rear of the boundary accompanied by a variety of fruit trees. One side and half of the back yard is fenced.

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Features include: • Spectacular established colourful gardens • Solid masonry block home • Large 1,421 sqm allotment • Rural Views, private • Convenient location - 6.4kms from Malanda, 6.7kms from Yungaburra & 20kms from Atherton

Call Elders Exclusively Listed Agent Shellie Nightingale on 0429 966 038 to inspect this gorgeous property, don't be too slow....it will be snapped up quickly.

535 Peeramon Road, PEERAMON Offers Over $450,000 EXCLUSIVE to Shellie Nightingale Elders Real Estate Malanda 0429 966 038

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Great lifestyle property A TRULY unique property set on 16.32 hectares with a mixture of cleared & open terrain as well as native rainforest trees.

Previously the property was suitable for cattle/horse grazing and the current owners have kept the integrity of the rainforest intact, leaving majority of the original trees and plants untouched so that the core eco-system remains unchanged.

The home itself features 3 large bedrooms, a spacious kitchen with plenty of storage space as well as a central living/dining room. In need of some TLC, it is waiting for someone to come along and captialise on its full potential to become a rural paradise.

Surrounded by a variety

of flora & fauna creating a purely peaceful outlook for you to sit back & appreciate.

Along with a beautiful waterfall and creek, there are also many walking tracks to explore.

For more information contact Exclusive agent, Morgan Brennan at Ray White Atherton on 0407 730 450 or (07) 4091 7111. www.raywhiteruralatherton.com.au/L19391114 Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

LAKE EACHAM Offer’s Invited EXCLUSIVE to Morgan Brennan Ray White Atherton 0407 730 450 or 4091 7111

Borders shown are indicative only and have not been surveyed.

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: 54.62ha (134.9acres) 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 suitable 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/ga-

rage, laundry, patio & solar power.

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

Crop: The property is operating as a vegetable/ mixed cropping farm, currently under 26ha of Rhodes grass and 19ha of corn.

Mixed farming opportunity

Suitable land to grow nearly all different crops and trees.

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

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

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

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Atherton

22 Main Street, Atherton - Phone: 4091 7111 Margaret Black: Principal

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED Atherton • 4 bedrooms, 2 with built-ins • 1 bathroom, 2 toilets • Office/sunroom • Open plan living/dining w/ aircon • Covered patio • Close to schools & daycare O/O $349,000 L18832526 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

FARMING LIFESTYLE Ravenshoe • Set on 30.79 hectares • 4 paddocks with a laneway • Undercover yards • 24m x 12m machinery shed • 2 storey shed home • 5.4kw solar system $ P.O.A. ATH22479330 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450

STOP SEARCHING Atherton • Great location with views • Decks • 3 bedrooms, main with WIR • Polished timber floors • High ceilings in living area • Timber kitchen O/O $468,000 L19027938 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

EXCELLENT GRAZING Butchers Creek • Set on approx. 165 acres • Improved pastures • Permanent running water • Fenced paddocks • 3 bed, 2 bath home + granny flat • 3 bedroom worker’s cottage O/O $1,650,000 L16075289 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450

HOME WITH A DIFFERENCE Atherton • 3 bedrooms with built-ins & a/c • Media room or 4th bedroom • Main with ensuite • Large open plan living • Covered patio • 3 bay shed & backyard access $549,000 L19396938 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

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Water views to compliment a solid home on a double block COUPLE a solid clay brick home on a large Lakeside allotment with stunning water views of Lake Tinaroo and what do you have? A rare find and an equally exciting opportunity to have an address in the ever-growing location of Yungaburra.

The features don’t stop there either; the residence is split level, with upstairs featuring three double bedrooms, master with ensuite and walk in robe. The second bedroom has a walk-in robe and access to two-way main bathroom.

The kitchen/living and dining is comprised of various timbers with electric appliances, breakfast bar and large pantry. The fireplace is in the living area with a sunroom with large glass windows to showcase the views. An additional timber deck extension makes the perfect BBQ area for a summer evening of en-

tertaining.

Internal staircases lead to the lower level of the home which is self-contained ideal for Airbnb or rental.

The kitchen has gas cooking, living area with fireplace, dining and bedroom with wardrobe. The bathroom features a shower over large corner bath and a separate laundry. Sliding doors access the outdoor patio areas.

The breezeway separates the 2 bay garage and the house with an upstairs laundry. 3 phase power is connected to the 2 bay shed.

12,500L Rainwater tank provides extra water with a large 10KW Solar system.

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

The backyard features a large avery which is currently serving as a veggie patch with lettuces, tomatoes, beans & snow peas.

The boundaries are fenced with a large gate and concrete driveways with manicured gardens offering complete privacy on the 1,654m2 block.

A divine location, capacity for dual occupancy and overall neat and tidy property – lots to offer.

For more information or a private inspection please contact Exclusive Agent Kaydee Chatfield At Main St Real Estate Atherton on 0417 468 941.

17 Currawong Avenue, YUNGABURRA Offers Invited EXCLUSIVE to Kaydee Chatfield Main Street Real Estate 0417 468 941

No location better than this PERFECTLY positioned less than 150m from both primary schools and right in the heart of town, there is no residential location that is better than this.

A short walk into the main

CBD, just minutes from the town centre sits this tidy Queenslander at 48 Constance Street, Mareeba.

With its classic features, spacious land size and super-convenient location this

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159 Byrnes Street, Mareeba Phone: 4092 2232

home will tick many boxes for homeowners and investors alike. So don't delay, you know that in this market, properties in these locations are selling fast.

Stepping inside you will immediately notice that the home has been well cared for. The very neat kitchen has plenty of cupboard space and direct access to the dining room, as well as sliding door access onto the front veranda.

Also, with access to the dining room and veranda, is the large lounge room, which has beautiful, polished timber floor boards, natural coloured tongue-and-groove walls, high ceilings, and ornate fretwork adorning the doorways - all quintessential Queenslander features.

All three bedrooms in the home have tongue-andgroove walls and high ceilings as well, and the main bedroom is air-conditioned.

All are easy access to the rest of the house with no hallways or wasted space.

At the rear of the home,

what used to be the rear patio has been converted to a large, enclosed living area, great for those large family get-togethers. In addition to this, there is a large garage area with front and rear roller doors that allow for rear access as well. Totally secure and lockable, this large area also incorporates the bathroom, separate toilet, and laundry area.

Situated on a spacious 1,012m2 allotment with a

DAIMIN KOCHI 0448 916 246

QUINCAN COTTAGE YUNGABURRA • Located on the main road in Yungaburra CBD • Features 28.5m x 13m antique gallery • Café at rear, approved stainless steel kitchen • 2 outdoor covered patio areas for seating • Built-in office, could be used for living • 13.5m x 20m Colorbond shed with bathroom OFFERS OVER $750,000

INVESTORS WANTED • Rendered block home with 3 built-in bedrooms • Ensuite & main bathroom • Spacious kitchen with quality appliances & servery • Open plan dining and lounge area • Timber deck for entertaining, double bay garage • 848m2 with established trees & gardens PRICE NOW $400,000

fenced rear yard there is plenty of room for kids and pets to run around. You can't get a more convenient location than this. Located between the two primary schools in town and only two streets back from the centre Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

of the main street, everywhere is walking distance.

For further information or to arrange a Private Inspection contact exclusive agent Remo Esposito on 0401 969 473 today.

48 Constance Street, MAREEBA Offers Over $350,000 EXCLUSIVE to Remo Esposito Central Realty Mareeba 0401 969 473

KAYDEE CHATFIELD 0417 468 941

A SERENE LIFESTYLE • Home approx. 12mths old, steel frame, hardiplank finish • Established & private 5 acres fully fenced allotment • Modern kitchen with stone benchtops • Open plan living/kitchen flows onto deck, rural views • 2 bay carport, 12m x 9m shed - newly built • 79,500L rainwater tank, solar, fruit trees, animal shelter OFFERS OVER $699,000

IMMACULATE INSIDE & OUT • Fully tiled open plan living areas • 3 carpeted built-in bedrooms, air, ensuite in main • Galley style kitchen with stone benches • 5kw solar power system, Fronius inverter • Hardwood fence, gate access on both sides • Landscaped gardens, fruit trees, garden shed $419,000

BRAND NEW & CLOSE TO COMPLETION • Sits on a level 3574m2 corner allotment • Open plan living/dining & galley style kitchen • Large media room, or 4th bedroom if preferred • 3 large bedrooms, 2 with built-ins • Entertaining patio, views of surrounding hills • Double garage, town water, underground power $775,000

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Entertainers delight

LOCATED in a quiet, family friendly street of Edmonton, this beautiful 4-year-old home offers all modern features, as well as being conveniently close to amenities. The 18 solar panels powering the 6.4kw system ensures the home is very energy efficient. A wooden deck has recently been added to the outdoor patio, enhancing the entertaining area to perfection.

Bonus additions to the home include: • Fully airconditioned and security screened throughout.

• Kitchen features an island bench and a breakfast bar, with a Butler’s Pantry, and a stunning eye-catching splash back.

• Spacious master bedroom features an ensuite with a large "His and Hers" vanity and a walk-in shower.

• 3 Spacious Bedrooms each with built-in wardrobes and new carpet.

• Polished tiles in all living areas.

• Large family bathroom features a shower and a bathtub.

• Fully fenced on 620m2 • Double gated to give vehicle access to the back yard.

For more information on this property call exclusive agent Albi Homann on (07) 4091 3144.

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38 Woodlock Drive, EDMONTON Offers in the high $500,000’s EXCLUSIVE to Albi Homann LJ Hooker Atherton 4091 3144

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ULTIMATE ACREAGE ESCAPE  Positioned on a tranquil 2.3ha  Privacy and seclusion 5 minutes from Atherton  Immaculate, well-appointed family home  Perfect for entertaining  Generous open plan design & spacious living areas  Separate family room with fireplace  Wrap around verandah  Sleek modern kitchen  Four bedrooms with built-ins  Reverse cycle air conditioning & ceiling fans  Intercom system to every room  Indoor saltwater swimming pool  4-Bay shed with extra storage sheds  Well established gardens with irrigation & bore  Cattle Yards, crush and loading ramp  School Bus

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Weekly Horoscopes

Aries

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Taurus

Gemini

This week, there could be more than one romantic opportunity.

There could be some steamy thoughts, be watchful that the interest going both ways is ready and able to bloom before you jump in with both feet.

This week, home is where the heart is. You could feel very determined to get your house in order. You would be decluttering on a major scale. The result will be creating a comfortable welcoming nest for yourself and your loved ones.

This week social opportunities abound. You might find yourself going toe to toe with your most opinionated rellie. You might not be feeling so tolerant today so stick to safe topics to ward off a friendly debate turning sour.

Cancer

Leo

Virgo

This week, finances are on the upswing. Your budget might be your focus, check your calculations or you might end up with a hefty fee. A wise friend might reveal something to you. It might feel like they’re reflecting your actions back at you in a mirror.

This week, you’re finding the best way forward. Don’t let a position of authority go to your head...too much. There is an opportunity to have a meeting with your supervisor to discuss future growth posibilities.

There’s a week of love and creativity ahead. You might feel the urge to clean and align in your home. Not just physically but emotionally and energetically.

There could be some exciting steps in a new direction taken this week.

Libra

March 21 to April 20

April 21 to May 21

July 23 to Aug 22

May 22 to June 21

Aug 23 to Sept 23

Scorpio

Sagittarius

This week, you’re taking back control of your schedule. Spending time with friends is important, you might need to wrestle your schedule to get all of your ducks in a row to make this happen. It will be worth it.

This week, you’re looking for a way out. You might be approaching work with dread or boredom.

Jumping ship is very tempting right now, but is it a good short term plan? It’s always good to have a few options but maybe don’t walk the plank just yet.

This week, you’re getting an education. Schooling is on your mind, your own or your kids. You might have to tackle something new online. At work this could look like data or a software update.

Don’t worry help is available, but you have to ask.

Capricorn

Aquarius

Pisces

This week, a financial opportunity becomes clear. Ambition and energy are aligning. There might be some interesting investments around. It’s a great time to make a plan. Later in the week make sure you have everything organised for the tasks ahead. You might find yourself reminiscing.

This week, you might unlock the door to love. It’s time to courageously move forward into the opportunity that’s presented itself. You might feel uncertain or hesitant but deep down you know it’s a soul connection.

TThis week, you’re on the right road. You are more determined than ever to get your body and mind lovingly healthy. You might feel it’s time to buy that piece of exercise equipment, start walking with a friend or even just start drinking more water.

You’re worth it.

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Phone: David or Julie 0428 993 205 | Email: tablelandcleaning@outlook.com

CONTRACTING

R & C AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

• Airconditioning Installations • Cold Rooms • Fridge Seals • Gasing • Servicing and Maintenance • Authorised Artic Licence

Kat Child

DEMOLITIONS

AIR CONDITIONING

4092 3464

Jay Vermeer 0400 803 334 | sales@barrierblinds.com.au | www.barrierblinds.com.au

ROOFS: • Repairs • Re-Roofing • New Roofs • Awnings • Gu�ers • Pain�ng

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Serving Mareeba & Tablelands Areas • Residential & Commercial • Kitchens • Vanities & Wardrobes • Offices & Retail

Come and see Daniel and the team at B&C Cabinets for all your cabinetry needs!

CHILDCARE

P: 4092 2671 • E: enquiries@bccabinets.com.au • QBCC 1209087

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BUILDING SERVICES

CABINET MAKER

BUILDING

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MAREEBA DENTURE SERVICE

DOZOCO

• Full and Partial Dentures • Relines and Repairs • Mouthguards Private Health Fund Rebates Apply Veteran Affairs Provider

Paul Johnstone

DENTAL TECHNICIAN DENTAL PROSTHETIST Registration No. 931417

4 Warren Street, Mareeba Q.4880 PH/FAX: 4092 2464 • MOB: 0402 809 556 • Email: choppers@qld.chariot.net.au

ELECTRICAL

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QBCC: 1109288

O’Brien Electrical Mareeba (07) 4092 4146

Shed 3, 9 Wallace Drive, Mareeba | mareeba@electrical.obrien.com.au LIC. 55472 | ARC. AU31673

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ELECTRICAL SOLAR & BATTERIES AIR CONDITIONING

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DO YOU NEED A RELIABLE ELECTRICIAN? Do you need a RELIABLE Electrician who shows up on time, CLEANS up after himself, and completes your work CHEERFULLY, without charging the earth? Call TODAY!  Farms  Sheds  Shops  Houses  Maintenance  Renovations  Installations  New Homes  Repairs

Call DANIEL 0433 158 941 smartelec@y7mail.com

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SOLAR:

• OFF GRID • ON GRID • HYBRID MOBILE COVERAGE SOLUTIONS

Electrical Licence: 86387 Security Licence: 4162579

FLOORING

QBCC No. 1275266

• Polished Concrete • Dust Controlled Grinding • Ceramic, Vinyl, Carpet Removal • Supply & Installation of Vinyls • Vinyl Planks & Carpets • Commercial & Domestic

Phone Darrin 0428 917 539 Email: daz.northernfloors@gmail.com Northern Floors Pty Ltd LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

HARDWARE

PET RESORT

124 Mason Street, Mareeba  (07) 4092 2433

RAVENSHOE HARDWARE

PLUMBING

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PAINTING CONTRACTORS

P: 4092 1176 M: 0418 184 147 E: markterri70@bigpond.com

PO BOX 1414, MAREEBA QBCC 1115490

100% Locally Owned & Operated!  DOMESTIC W: www.maximumpestman.com MAREEBA OFFICE:  COMMERCIAL P: 4092 1999 1 Vaughan Street OFFICE:  TERMITES M: 0418 150 759 ATHERTON 30 Main Street Pre-Construction | Pre-Purchase Inspections

284 Byrnes St, Mareeba | 4092 1659 | sales@outbacksolar.net.au | www.outbacksolarandoutdoors.com.au

GENERAL ENGINEERING

BELL HARTLEY & CO.

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ELECTRICAL

• Ravenshoe • Herberton • Millaa Millaa • Tarzali • Topaz • Malanda • Yungaburra • Atherton • Tolga • Walkamin • Mareeba

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Kat Child

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PAINTER

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Max & Jodie Turner

PROFESSIONAL DOG BOARDING • On the Tablelands at Kuranda • Dedicated Staff • Great Facilities • Highest Quality Diet • Lots of Play Time in Big Yards • Long or Short Stays 131 Boyles Road, Kuranda | Phone: 40938239 www.kurandapetresort.com.au Email: graham@kurandapetresort.com.au

 RURAL  DOMESTIC  COMMERCIAL  ROOFING  PLUMBING  DRAINAGE

• Hardware • Plumbing • Flat Pack Kitchens • Paint • Nursery • Giftware • Jaycar • Building Materials • White Goods

19 Wormboo Street raven@iig.com.au

IRRIGATION

4097 6208

IRRIGATION DESIGN AND SUPPLY

• Pumps Sales & Repairs • Filtration • Water Treatment • Water Tanks & Troughs • Pool Treatments • Solar Pumping Systems • Reinke Centre Pivot and Lateral Move Irrigators

50 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA • PHONE 4092 7788

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TOWN PLANNING

As a local born and bred, I am invested in the success of the community and how it is developed. Enquire today for a free consultation.

• Pre-purchase property search reports / due diligence - Understand your future or current property rights • Specialise in Development Approvals • Reconfiguring a Lot / Subdivisions • Material Change of Use

Excellence Through Perseverance and Diligence Wally Amory - Mareeba Depot Manager

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TRANSPORT

Certain work defined as “building work” in the QBCC legislation may only be undertaken by licensed contractors, or if undertaken by unlicensed contractors, only to the value of $3,300.

However, work falling outside that definition may be performed by unlicensed contractors and is not subject to any value limit.

To check whether a Contractor holds a QBCC Licence visit: www.qbcc.qld.gov.au Or call the QBCC on 1300 272 272

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Classified Deadline: 4pm every Friday ChurCh NotiCe

with thaNkS

Bahá’í Faith “All peoples and nations are of one family, the children of one Father, and should be to one another as brothers and sisters.” ~ Bahá’u’lláh Devotions and Discussion in the park.

All are welcome!

12 noon, Saturday 20th August, Centenary Park, Mareeba 0409 815 526 - www.bahai.org.au

FuNeral NotiCe ALBERT STANLEY DAVIDSON “STAN” Late of Mareeba. Passed away peacefully on the 2nd of August, 2022. Aged 76 years.

Much loved Husband of Sue. Dearly loved Father of Tania and Brian and their partners Leisa and Martin.

He was privately cremated. Stan will be sadly missed by his many family members and friends who are invited to attend a Wake for Stan at 2:30pm, 19th August, 2022 at the Mareeba Leagues Club.

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

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4092 3464 SHEPHARD, Donna Leigh 12~3~70 to 7~8~04 Many years have passed since that tragic day, without goodbyes, you were taken away.

To hear your voice, to see you smile, to sit and talk with you a while.

To be together in the same old way, would be our only wish today.

Sadly and terribly missed by Mum, Dad, Alan & Grahamme and their families.

In Loving Memory of

SAM MUSUMECI

15.02.1937 ~ 26.07.2022 Olga, Christine, Robert, Peter, Luka and the family of the late Ivo Klaricich of Dimbulah.

Wish to express our heartfelt thanks to all relatives and friends who attended his funeral service, your floral tributes, cards of sympathy, emails, texts, Facebook messages, phone calls and Fr. Robert Greenup for officiating his Mass.

We wish to thank all who had participated and joined us in celebrating Ivo’s funeral service, especially those who travelled from afar.

The Dimbulah Bowls Club for their premises and the wonderful hard-working ladies who prepared the food and refreshments for the Wake.

The Dimbulah Lions Club for the supply of shade tents for the church, graveside and wake. The Mareeba Shire Council staff for their work at the Dimbulah Cemetery.

Joe, Jess and Steve from Guilfoyle Funeral Services for their professionalism and devotion in supporting us in our preparation on Ivo’s final journey.

Appreciation to the dedicated medical and administration staff from Smart Clinics in Manunda, Mareeba Medical Clinic, Dimbulah Hospital and Ambulance and the Oncology Department at the Cairns Private Hospital.

Special thanks to Dr. Paul Eliadis and Dr. Denis Rebic for their attention as his patient. Our gratitude also goes to the medical staff of the Mareeba Hospital for taking care of Ivo in his final days of life.

We would like to offer our sincere gratitude and appreciation to you all for your support and kindness, during our time of grief.

I’d sincerely like to thank the Paramedics who picked up Lui Moro twice to take him to hospital.

Also to the dedicated doctors and nurses in Mareeba Hospital Emergency Dept and East Ward who were so professional and caring. Mareeba has a beautiful Hospital and should be proud of it.

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SPORT School stars at futsal titles

Mareeba State School U11 girls futsal team were undefeated champions after the recent FNQ School Futsal Titles.

Atherton Freestyle Taekwondo head instructor Annette Shep (second from left) with newly graded junior black belts Blake Lang, Jake Horward, Blake Cummings and Luciana Edsen.

Breaking boards and chasing dreams

The Mareeba State School U11 team made it all the way to the grand finals.

MAREEBA State School has punched well above their weight after three of its teams competed in the annual FNQ School Futsal Titles, one coming away undefeated champions.

The school took down three teams for this year’s competition, an U11 boys and girls team and an U12s boys team.

The girls once again remained undefeated as they made their way to the finals in another stunning performance, scoring 59 goals over the competition and only conceding five.

Their counterparts would also have a cracker of a go, making it to the grand final but going 3-0 with the opposing goalkeeper keeping them at bay, the U12s made it to the quarterfinals and unfortunately lost 2-0.

Coach Ronnie Leporati was once again blown away by the kid’s performances and determination, with some players doubling up and others playing above their age group.

“It feels really good to have so many teams go down and perform well, even in our U11 side we had a nine-year-old playing in there and in our U12 we had a kid that was 10 years old,” he said.

“Some kids backed up and did U11s and U12s, I am very happy and proud with all of their performances.”

AFTER months of hard work and preparation, four students of Tablelands Freestyle Taekwondo in Atherton successfully graded to black tip (Bodan) last Thursday night in an intense and demanding grading.

The four students were all graded on eight poomsaes (patterns) along with four kicking patterns, one step sparring, selfdefence and eight board breaks before finishing off with six rounds of free sparring.

The grading was overseen by club head

instructor and fourth dan Annette Schep who has happy with her student’s commitment and passion in the lead-up to their grading and their performance during it.

“Being a good martial arts student involves time, dedication and motivation,” she said.

“Watching students become more confident within themselves and develop their skills is very rewarding.”

Bodan means before first dan black belt

and a bodan gets a white strip through their black belt, it states the student has learnt all the basics of Taekwondo from white to black belt after a minimum of two and a half years.

Now the students are required to train for a further one to two years before they are ready to contend for their first dan, a symbol they have mastered the basics of Taekwondo.

Endurance championships ready to ride into Wondecla

Young gymnasts show their skills GYMNASTS from across the region gathered in Atherton recently for the Momentum Classic competition hosted by the town’s own gymnastics club, Momentum Gymnastics, with nearly 170 gymnasts competing over the two days.

The competition gathered 168 gymnasts from the Barron Valley, Townsville, Mareeba, Marlin Coast, Mossman and South Cairns Gymnastics clubs.

The competition was for young aspiring women’s aspiring gymnasts in Levels Pre and 3-6, for many of the competitors it was their first time in a competition.

The competition provided an opportunity for them to demonstrate what they have been learning at their respective clubs and how much they have improved, it was also an opportunity for gymnasts in Levels 4-6 to qualify for Junior State Championships.

The host Momentum Gymnastics had their Gyselle mem-

Far North Endurance Riders Association riders Briony Ledingham on Brynjell Phoenix and Kristie Sheehan on Jensems Coco Couture during the club’s recent Pioneer Trek Marathon 400km event. PHOTO CREDIT: Sarah Sullivan Photography.

Momentum Gymnastics gymnast Matilda Landsberg who achieved 1st overall in Level Pre 3 Under during the recent Momentum Classic competition.

bers display what they have learnt to their parents, a huge effort as it was their first time performing in front of a crowd.

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A LOCAL endurance horse riding club has been given the tick of approval to hold their fourth ever state championship this weekend in the hills of Herberton.

Based out of the Tepon Equestrian Grounds in Wondecla, The Far North Endurance Riders Association has around 50 members across a massive area, as far south as Innisfail to the Northern beaches in Cairns and everywhere in between – a handful of members even come from Townsville and Bowen.

The club also holds one of the longest endurance rides in Australia, the Pioneer Trek 400km which runs over five days.

Endurance riding has been likened to a marathon for a horse and rider, covering large distances separated by legs, a race against time and other competitors.

Every 10 years since the 90s, the club has been given the green light to host the Endurance Queensland State Championships with this year’s championship being held this weekend.

A handful of locals will be participating in the 160km set course including Far North Endurance Riders Association president Kristie Sheehan.

“We are trying to get our horse around the set mark course in the fastest possible time

that is capable for that horse and rider combination, everybody is different,” she said.

“It is like a marathon and everyone has different fitness levels.

“You are wanting to bring your horse back in the best possible condition.”

Ms Sheehan has been involved in endurance riding for 30 years and says the best way to win every competition is to finish the course, no matter how long it takes.

All horses are vet checked prior to the ride and any horses that do not pass any of the parameters will not be allowed to ride, competing horses are also vet checked after every leg of the race.

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Riding high at Mt Carbine AN excellent crowd braved cool conditions at Mt Carbine on Saturday to witness the thrills and spills of the arena as cowboys from across the region competed in the annual Bull and Bronc ride.

While the organisers were very happy with the large crowd, there was a lack of nominations for four of the 10 events.

However there was plenty of action regardless, with Leith Malone taking out the Open Bull Ride.

Unfortunately no riders nominated to ride the feature bull, “High Hopes”, but the younger riders shone through, with hot

competition in several categories.

Alan Gilbo took out the Rookie/Novice Bull Ride, while Jake Simpson had a great night, winning both the Junior Bull and Steer Ride categories.

Tristian Pye came second to Simpson in both categories.

Scout Murray took out the honours in the Poddy Ride (3-7 years), winning the title ahead of Lynton Ford (2nd) and Joseph Jackson (3rd).

In the Mini Bull Ride (Under 15), Ryan Jasczyszy came through as the winner ahead of Shane Dyer (2nd) and Brayden Spena (3rd).

Mt Carbine Rodeo Association president Ian Pedersen with winner of the Rookie/Novice bull ride, Alan Gilbo.

Ryan Jasczyszy won the Mini Bull Ride under 15.

Winner of the Poddy Ride (3 to 7 years) Scout Murray.

Jake Simpson of Mareeba won the Junior Bull Ride and Juvenile Steer on Saturday night and was presented with the Dennis Ross Memorial Trophy by family member Courtney Ross.

Winner of the Open Bull Ride, Leith Malone.

RESULTS • RESULTS • RESULTS • RESULTS • RESULTS • RESULTS

Eagles meet their match

ATHERTON GOLF CLUB Wednesday: Carrington Hotel Medley winners: Pup Hilder – 38, Jerry Jierasak – 36. Sporters winners: Luke Parnell – 25, Denis Thelan – 24. NTPs 3 Hollywood, 2nd shot Jenko - 14, 2nd shot Disco - 7.

Least putts Stevo - 16. Thursday: August ladies’ competition: Elizabeth Stoward and Melissa Webber – 63.5, Marea Mead and Annette Seawright - 73.

Pin shots went to Annette Seawright - 9, Melissa Weber – 11 and 2nd shot on Lois Cross - 18. Saturday: Ladies Winner: Lorraine Doolan – 73 nett.

Runner up: Marea Mead - 76 nett. Pin Shots: 3 Sam Duck, 11 Lorraine Doolan, 13 Abby McEwan and 2nd shot on 18 Gaye Steventon. Men’s Overall Medal Winner: Mark Broadly – 67 nett. A-grade winner: Kevin Morris - 67 nett, runner-up Dan Shaw - 69 nett. B-grade winner: Rod O’Neill - 67 nett,

THE junior Atherton Eagles have suffered their first set of defeats in awhile after both the under 15/16’s and the under 14 sides lost their respective games.

The senior under 15/16’s side went up against a stacked Edge Hill side and struggled to put even one point on the board, ending up with a 7-0 scorecard.

Under 14’s didn’t fare so well either, losing 2-1 against their Edge Hill counterpart with Will Veschetti being the sole goal scorer.

Now both teams will host the Cairns Saints at the Atherton International Club this Saturday, the under 14’s will also play another game on Friday against the Redlynch Strikers.

runner-up Warren Phillips - 69 nett. C-grade winner: Shane Dodds - 67 nett, runner-up: Peter Fraser - 68 nett. NTP: G Lee – 3, T Brown – 9, J Dunne – 11, P Henricks - 18. Best gross: P Henricks - 70 RAVENSHOE DISTRICT GUN CLUB Centre Fire pistol silhouette: Vance – 5, Dan – 4, Gordon – 4, Darryl - 2. Pistol Calibre Rifle Silhouette: J. Anderson – 10, C. Clague – 8, W. Hose – 6, D. Dafforn - 4. .22 Rifle Silhouette: Gordon – 9, Vance - 7. Centre Fire Rifle Silhouette: L. Mohr – 14, J. Norman – 9, M. Roach - 6.

MILLAA MILLAA GOLF CLUB Sunday provided the perfect weather for golf and members of the Millaa Millaa Golf Club took full advantage, with a great turnout for their recent com-

petition. Five groups of four and one of three were away on time, there were some very good eclectic scores turned in, but no one could beat Mark Peters with 25 points.

Second and only a point back was last week’s winner Kelvin Brooks, with another from last week’s winners circle Geoff Errey getting third with 23 points.

David Welch didn’t miss 1/10 and picked up nearest to pin on that hole and Ross Ellen’s second shot on number 6/15 was the best on that hole.

YUNGABURRA BOWLS Wednesday: Winners: B. Lord, C. Barry, S. North.

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SPORT Black Dog Muay Thai owner and head trainer Daniel Grant practising with fighter Michael Quintieri for their upcoming fight on Saturday.

Club hosts annual tennis tournament THE courts at the Mareeba Tennis Club will be full to the brim as the club hosts its annual Mareeba Mazda Club Tournament, bringing together clubs from across the region to compete over the coming weekend.

It will be non-stop tennis action across different ages and divisions with the only requirement being that players are members of a club affiliated with Tennis Queensland.

The tournament will begin on Friday with the newly introduced combined ages categories from 6.30pm until 9pm, there is a combined age over 100 and under 100 category.

Saturday at 4pm will see the start of the A grade and B grade doubles events, finishing at 8pm, while all the single matches for men and women, A grade and B grade will be played on Sunday from 2pm to 6pm.

Mareeba Tennis Club president Mark Keating said locals are more than welcome to come along and spectate the tournament over the three days.

“This competition is basically our club championship, so we crown our two club champions who win the male and female A grade singles division,” he said.

“The tournament has slowly been growing and I encourage anyone to come along and watch the games or even play themselves and be part of the event.”

The club is still taking nominations for the tournament so if you feel like breaking out your racket and dusting off your old tennis shoes ring Neale on 0488 792 296 to register.

Locals set for elite fight series LOCAL fighters from Black Dog Muay Thai will once again test their mettle as they step into the ring to compete in the Elite Fight Series in Cairns on Saturday.

Hosted at the Fred Moule Exhibition Centre, the fight series will bring together top-class fighters from across Queensland, with Black Dog Muay Thai sending in two of their fighters.

Michael Quintieri will have his second muay thai bout against Jace Schafer, coming off a tough win in his debut fight some months ago.

Black Dog Muay Thai owner and head trainer Daniel Grant will also be stepping into the ring to face off against Bernard Temu in a pro fight.

Grant said the support from both the club and wider community in the lead-up to the weekend has been amazing.

Some members have been coming into Furious Fitness to hold mitts and pads for both Grant and Quinteri during their training.

“The preparation has been really good, Michael is here on the bag, he is dedicated he puts in the work before and after class,” he said.

“I am really privileged to have been able to make the decision to be in the gym fulltime, so I have more time to train myself and train the fighters more during class time.

“I am as usual a mixture of anxious and excited,

fighting is a hell of an emotional thing.”

Quintieri has been incredibly dedicated to his training and fitness in preparation for Saturday, running in the morning as often as he can and coming straight from work to the gym to practice nearly every day.

“I feel my preparation has been alright, it is a big thing to take on a fight,” he said.

“Work does get in the way but I try to get in here every day at least, in here for two hours or an hour.

“I feel good, prepared and ready to go.”

Doors open to the centre at 5pm with the first fight set to kick off at 6pm.

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Roosters secure big win

THE Atherton Roosters have secured one of their most important wins with a 36-26 triumph against Suburbs on Sunday at Atherton’s Mungalli Creek Dairy Stadium while the Mareeba Gladiators lost 46-24 against premiers Yarrabah away on Sunday as well.

With two games remaining in the premiership rounds, the Rooster’s Sunday win has all but locked them in a finals spot, as they are positioned fourth on the points table.

The Roosters dominated the first half and led 16-4 at the break after tries to Jermaine Pedro, Tom Cuda and Connor Griffin.

Rodney Griffin and Ty Grogan both crossed for tries soon after the restart and the Roosters had extended their led to 24-4 with 35 minutes remaining.

Suburbs replied with two of their own which closed the gap to 24-14 before second match tries to both Griffin and Grogan followed for the Roosters and they now looked comfortable leading 36-14.

To their credit, Suburbs finished the afternoon full of running and crossed for two late tries which wrapped up the contest.

Traveling down to Jilara Oval on Sunday, the Gladiators had a tough match ahead of them facing off against Yarrabah.

The visitors crossed the line a total of four times compared to Yarrabah’s 10 tries, while they only managed to successfully convert three of them.

Local derby action returns to Atherton this Saturday with the Roosters hosting Mareeba in the Tableland Cup decider.

The first grade points table is Mossman 32, Brothers 30, Innisfail 30, Atherton 24, Ivanhoes 22, Kangaroos 20, Yarrabah 16, Suburbs 14, Tully 12, Mareeba 8, Edmonton 2.

Bulls charge over league premiers THE Mareeba Bulls premier men’s side have remained in place for finals contention after they won 2-1 against premiers Edge Hill in a do-or-die match on Saturday.

Coming up against the team to beat this season, Mareeba looked comfortable and slotted in two goals both sides of halftime before the visitors answered back with 25 minutes to go.

Mareeba’s defenders knuckled down to keep Edge Hill from breaking through again and secured Mareeba’s win.

Coach Kane Alderton was very proud of how the boys played but they cannot let up just yet as they edge closer to a final’s appearance.

“It was a do-or-die match for us, a win for them would have won them a premiership and a win for us keeps us in contention – it was a big game for both teams,” he said.

“Our boys stood up and dug deep, it should give the boys a confidence boost.

“This weekend’s game is another must win, we have to win to be in finals contention – we cannot take a backwards step.”

The premier men’s will be facing off against the Southside Comets away with only a handful of games left before the finals.

The premier ladies were not so lucky on Friday night when they hosted Edge Hill in Mareeba, going down 3-0.

Despite this the ladies remain solid in their third-place position and still in contention for the finals, they now have a bye this weekend before they host Innisfail United at home.

Rooster Jermaine Pedro heads for the try line to score the first try for the team during Sunday’s game.

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ATHERTON MITSUBISHI | 2 COOK STREET, ATHERTON 4883 | 07 4091 8700 Terms and conditions apply: www.mitsubishi-motors.com.au/competitions/service-to-win/terms-and-conditions

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QUALITY USED CARS

2019 Toyota Kluger GXL AWD

Auto, reverse camera, leather electric seats, nudge bar, tow bar, balance new car warranty.

$52,990

ZOOMḋZOOM

2018 Toyota Tarago GLi

Auto, 8 seater, tow bar with protector, reverse camera, power windows, cruise control.

$39,990

MAZDA CXḋ5 TOURING AWD PETROL 2014 Mazda CX-5 Maxx

2WD manual, 35,000 kilometres, tow bar, reverse camera, 12 months warranty.

$23,500

2021 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Exceed 7 seater, turbo diesel automatic, only 25,800 kilometres, balance of new car warranty.

$59,990

2015 Kia Sorento Si SUV

Automatic, 7 seater, low kilometres, reverse camera, sat-nav, 12 months warranty.

MAZDA CXḋ5 MAXX SPORT AWD PETROL

ETERNAL BLUE IN STOCK

2 COLOURS AVAILABLE IN STOCK

For Immediate Delivery From

For Immediate Delivery From

$44,750 Drive Away

$42,750 Drive Away

MAZDA CXḋ5 MAXX SPORT FWD PETROL

MAZDA CXḋ5 MAXX SPORT FWD PETROL

$27,990

2020 Ford Puma Hatch

5 door 7 speed auto, comp 01/21, 5800kms, window tinting, balance 5 year/unlimited km warranty.

$28,990

Prices include government transfers, stamp duty and registration.

Hansen Ford

279 Byrnes St, Mareeba | 4092 9400 | www.hansenford.com.au Andrew Ford: 0417 633 002 | Claude Formoso: 0477 229 949 | Drew McKenzie: 0400 068 700

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7 COLOURS AVAILABLE IN STOCK

7 COLOURS AVAILABLE IN STOCK

For Immediate Delivery From

For Immediate Delivery From

$40,250 Drive Away

$40,250 Drive Away 313-315 Byrnes Street, Mareeba Phone 4092 5100 www.mareebamazda.com.au After Hours: David Mete 0408 793 050 Peter Acha 0417 006 698 or Adrian Madrid 0413 745 247

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