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Let the art take over

WO RLD renowned artist Donald Waters O AM let the world flow through his brush last hursday as he sat down at Carinya ome for the Aged to create and then donate a painting.

Mr Waters travelled to the ablelands last week for a spe-

cial workshop that ran over last weekend as a part of his values and giving nature he decided to do something special for the home. ith no set plan in mind r Waters sat down at a canvas and waited until the inspiration hit him and from there put it onto

the canvas. let the ambience take it spin the canvas around and the colour ust flows the whole painting emerges from nothing it’s like someone else has painted it he said. have no set plan e cept for that ’m going to have a good

time. eople love to sit there and see something be created like that it’s very e citing. he painting will then be given to Carinya where they have decided to ra e it off to raise funds for their new wellness centre they aim to construct.

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Thousands expected to soak up and enjoy FNQ Field Days

BY MICHAEL WARREN

O P EN: Ro t a r y F NQ F i e l d D a y s s i t e c o o r d i n a t o r Ni n a Ak s e l s e n - G r a n t a n d s e c r e t a r y P a u l i n e S p a c k m a n a r e e x c ite d fo r th e F ie ld D a y s to b e g in to d a y .

THO USANDS of patrons from across the region are expected to stream through the Mareeba Rodeo Grounds gates as the highly anticipated and much-loved Rotary FNQ Field Days gets underway this morning.

The Biennial event is well known for showcasing the most comprehensive display of agricultural, farming equipment and products in the region. O ver the years the event has grown to also now include a large variety of non-rural related businesses.

This year’s event features more than different e hibitor sites.

Today’s big grand opening takes place at 1pm inside the arena, with plenty of awesome activities happening both before and after the official welcome ceremony.

The grand opening celebration will feature an agricultural

that will focus on caravanning, the popular tractor pull event and a Rotary business tent presentation.

At 11.30am a much-anticipated new feature of this year’s field days will take place as mental health advocate Mary O ’Brien delivers her ‘ Are you bogged mate’ presentation, with the purpose of raising issues centred around men’s mental health.

Some afternoon highlights include a quad bike discussion from 2pm and a boar buster feral pig trap demonstration from 3pm inside the main arena.

The Field Days has experienced tremendous growth in recent years with thousands of people coming from all over to attend the three-day event.

The Field Days runs from today (Wednesday, May 26 ) until 4 pm this Friday afternoon. Gates open at 9 am each day.

machinery parade and a bobcat skills show for all to enjoy.

“I can genuinely say that everyone I talk to around town is excited about the Field Days beginning,” Rotary FNQ Field Days Site Coordinator Nina Akselsen-Grant said.

“A lot of planning has gone into making this a wonderful event, and I know we are looking forward to seeing lots of people come through the gates from Wednesday.”

At . am a off road interactive demonstration will kickstart today’s action from inside the main arena which will focus on safe recovery practices and winching.

Working machinery will also feature in the arena throughout the Field Days.

Between 10-11am there are a host of activities to keep patrons busy including a rural fire brigade display and demonstration

Chamber seeks answers on Mareeba dialysis services THE Mareeba Chamber of Commerce is seeking answers from the Queensland Government over why the Mareeba Hospital cannot deliver dialysis services.

The Chamber has been lobbying for health services in

the Mareeba community to be maintained and improved for many years.

Currently, the closest dialysis units available to Mareeba residents are located at hospitals in Atherton, Cairns and Mossman.

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Chamber president Joe Moro said the chamber was seeking information from the Queensland Government about the number of dialysis patients receiving treatment at nearby hospitals, along with their geographic location.

“We believe there are some 12 dialysis patients in the Mareeba area and sadly, these people are forced to travel away from home three times a week for treatment,” Mr Moro said.

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“Mareeba is a large, bustling regional town.

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Census and growth has shown no sign of easing.

“The Chamber believes the Mareeba population warrants its own dialysis unit.”

The Chamber has written to Premier Annastacia Palasz cz uk for an urgent meeting.

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Council wants interested parties to offer quotes for both a uranda cemetery masterplan and to prepare concept civil de-

sign documents and architectural drawings that demonstrate the masterplan is capable of “practical construction .

Mareeba Shire Council has advised the closing time for electronic lodgement of tenders as hursday June at pm.

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THE push to prevent limes being imported from Mexico to Australia and onwards to the Tablelands region has continued with local farmers voicing their concerns with Government officials during a specially convened meeting in Mareeba.

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In front of a packed crowd at the Mareeba Leagues Club which included farmers and industry professionals local members Shane Knuth MP and Bob Katter MP reassured attendees they stand side by side against any potential lime importation from Mexico to Australia.

“We want the State and Federal Government to knock this on the head immediately r Knuth told The Express. e ico already has issues which haven’t been resolved regarding citrus canker and now we’re talking about importing limes from an area that’s a bio security risk.

“The allowance of lime importation into Australia and the ablelands could massively decimate the industry the message is clear; we won’t let this happen on the ablelands.

Mutchilba citrus farmer Karen Muccignat told Department of Agriculture ater and nvi-

ronment officers the local lime industry will be destroyed if the application to import limes from Mexico is approved.

“The Government is currently assessing an application from Mexico to import limes into Australia this is a real concern for local farmers because Mexico is the biggest lime producer in the world s uccignat said. ut more importantly their limes are susceptible to citrus canker and other diseases. any local family farms and our livelihoods are depending on the right decision being made by the overnment about this.

Citrus Australia CEO Nathan Hancock was another to voice his disproval of the potential limes importation revealing his biggest current concern is the lack of a scientific enquiry around Mexico’s recent citrus canker outbreak.

Australia was only recently declared free from citrus canker following an outbreak in he said. he three year eradication program cost government more than million of which growers will contribute up to . million and the Australian industry is still recovering from the effects.

It’s understood local lime farmers and representatives will look to further discuss the matter in the coming weeks and months with Queensland Agriculture Minister Keith Furner and Federal Agricultural Minister David Littleproud.

D i d you k n ow ? Citrus canker has been described as a disease that affects citrus species because of a bacterium called X anthomonas axonopodis.

This infection causes marks and lesions on the leaves stems and fruit of citrus trees including limes.

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TMR ‘tied’ Council's hands in Byrnes Street upgrades has to come from TMR and the state member,” Cr Davies said.

“Basically we were told, ‘ here’s the plans, you can’t say anything until its announced through the state member’.

“We saw the plans and that was it, this is what your getting.”

Cr Davies has agreed that there has been inadequate consultation between the public and the government bodies involved.

Co n c e r n e d Ma r e e b a r e s i d e n t Ml a d e n Bo s n i c h a s s a id th a t it is a s o r r y state of a airs with lac o f c o m m u n ic a tio n a b o u t Byrnes Street wor s.

" There is nothing we can do now it is all in stone, it’s happening, the best we can do is say we will improve," he said.

“Any statements about those works can’t come from us, it has to come from main roads – it is their project so anything we say, has to be approved by main roads. “All we can do is say hey this is happening… but anything that comes about the works has to come from TMR.”

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BY RHYS T HO MAS SEV ERAL members of the Mareeba community feel there has been little to no communication with residents over the recent controversial changes to Byrnes Street.

The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has begun construction on the installation of new wombat crossings in the main street of Mareeba, seemingly without any consultation with residents or business owners.

The Mareeba Shire Council SC raffic Advisory Committee long advocated for changes to be done, particularly to the dangerous ost Office Centre crossing.

After TMR agreed to upgrade the crossing they came back to MSC with plans to change the remaining existing crossings to wombat crossings, plus installing more along the street.

Passionate community member Mladen Bosnic said he feels there has been no consultation with the community about the

changes to their own main street.

“I don’t live in a vacuum, but I’ve never seen or heard of anything about the main street, it just happened,” he said.

“The lights were always talked about to some degree, but the main street is an aberration at the moment.

“With a wombat crossing people just herd there and then when they see a break in the traffic they cross.

“I don’t agree with it, I don’t agree with the way it has been done.”

Another concerned Mareeba resident took to Facebook over the past months questioning why MSC has had no communication with its ratepayers over the works on Byrnes Street.

“I suspect that TMR and MSC have plans to change traffic flow conditions without any public consultation,” they wrote.

“Surely we deserve to be consulted and allowed to have some rate payer input.

“I refer to the incredible lack of contact with the public about street changes/ wombat cross-

ings and removal of car parking spaces.

“I believe it is time for MSC to consult the ratepayer prior to making major street changes.”

This view is shared by Mr Bosnic who believes that future decisions which impact a lot of people need more extensive consultation with the wider public. t’s a sad state of affairs if there was no consultation between council’s raffic Advisory Committee and TMR,” Mr Bosnic said.

“Did TMR ride rough shot over them, it’s sad when council can’t have a say in what happens in their own main street.

“The fact that a main street can cut through one of the major towns in the Mareeba Shire and council has no say over it whatsoever ust find that incredible.

“It may be TMR’s road, but it’s council’s main street.” ead of SC’s raffic Advisory Committee, Kevin Davies said that TMR ‘ tied their hands’ with the main street crossing decisions.

“We wanted better safety on the ost Office Centre crossing so through the committee we were pushing to get something done,” Cr Davies said.

“Main roads came back to us and said, yes we’ll do something and then they also came up with the other crossings.”

Council was then informed of TMR' s decision for the upgrade of the numerous crossings on Byrnes Street but could not say yay or nay to the decision.

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Public meeting to decide future of Memorial hall A PUBLIC meeting to determine the future of Yungaburra Memorial Hall will be held tomorrow night at the venue from 7.30pm.

A recent online statement suggests the Tablelands Regional Council asset on Memorial ark off arrine oad is currently rarely used, and in a state of disrepair.

It’s understood the memorial hall has experienced declining usage in recent years with only one booking made in 2020.

Meeting facilitators YAI Management welcomes input from local clubs, associations, groups and individuals about the possible future use of the hall or another purpose-built facility to complement the sports field

recreation Shed and tennis court.

C staff will provide an update about the future of the hall in due course after the meeting.

“Make sure you and your associations have your say,” YAI management committee member Karyn Bliesner said.

“Don’t miss your opportunity to be there.”

Students strike for investment of clean renewable energy ATHERTO N students have participated in a recent nationwide strike to demand the Morrison Government says no to funding dangerous gas and coal projects.

Instead, students and other protestors rallied at the parklands next to Atherton’s Cook Street roundabout for the investment of clean renewable energy, secure jobs and First Nations solutions to protect the country.

The recent strike was the biggest climate protest since CO V ID, with groups of people in capital cities, regional centres and country towns all exercising their right to make a peaceful statement.

The day was organised by the School Strike 4 Climate network, with support from First Nations communities, unions, parents, and everyday Australians.

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could be protecting our climate, land and water, and creating thousands of new jobs by growing Australia’s renewable energy sector and backing First Nations solutions to protect Country,” a spokesperson said.

“Instead, they are lining the pockets of multinational gas companies, which are fuelling the climate crisis, devastating our land and water, wrecking our health and creating very few jobs.”

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Knuth pushes North Johnson transfer project

Main Street Real Estate’s Daimin Kochi and Atherton Fire officer Jason Ryan have reminded landlords across the Far North to update their fire alarms ahead of next year’s January 1 deadline.

East Barron farmer Case Schoorl joined former Atherton Shire Council mayor Jim Chapman, Tablelands Regional Council mayor Rod Marti, Shane Knuth MP and Bob Katter MP to discuss the need for a Tablelands water assessment to immediately begin.

HILL Member Shane Knuth has continued his push for long term water security in the region declaring he wants a recently confirmed water assessment for the Tablelands to start immediately.

Flanked by Federal member Bob Katter on the Tinnaburra Boat ramp near Yungaburra Mr Knuth told The Express it’s pointless to wait until next year when the assessment is expected to get underway.

“We have received $3M for a water assessment to be done on the Tablelands and the North Johnstone Transfer forms part of that assessment,” Mr Knuth said.

“We’ll be pursuing this project to be fast tracked; I know there is a timeframe of early 2022, (but) we feel that’s not good enough.

“That’s too long to wait; I have spoken to the QLD Minister for Water Glenn Butcher about this and he’s not ruling it out.

“What this does mean for water security on the Tablelands is a scheme that was supposed to have been con-

structed.

“It’s an approved scheme, and it was designed back when Tinaroo was constructed. It was supposed to have been put in, but hasn’t been, so we’re only trying to finish off what should have been put in place.”

Mr Knuth and Federal MP Bob Katter have been strong advocates of the North Johnstone Transfer project as have local irrigators and past and present members of the Tablelands Regional Council.

NORTH JOHNSTONE TRANSFER – A SNAPSHOT • When Tinaroo Dam was constructed, it was recognised at the time that the dam would not meet future water demands, so the North Johnstone Transfer project was designed as a means of increasing water supply to Tablelands farmers.

• The project is designed to take water during flood periods and transfer, by pipe, from the North Johnstone into the Barron River. When the North Johnstone River is back to its original environmental

flow the gates shut off.

• It is believed that the estimated cost in the original design would be around $7080M. This will vary if it is revised.

• This is an environmentally friendly water source. In other words, it is not another dam - it is a pipeline supply, underground, transferring water to top up Tinaroo Dam. • The project will ensure water stability and reliability all year round to benefit the agricultural industry and recreational users.

• The project is a no-brainer and should have been built decades ago, however successive State Governments have shown a distinct lack of desire to build any water security infrastructure in the state.

• However, progress has been made and the North Johnstone Transfer is now on the State Government’s radar and will be investigated thoroughly as part of the recently announced $3M State Government water assessment plan taking place on the Tablelands.

Landlords encouraged to update fire alarms ahead of looming legislation

BY MICHAEL WARREN A LOCAL station fire officer has issued a timely reminder to landlords to update their fire alarms ahead of legislation that could prevent them from renting residential properties to tenants if they fail to comply with next year’s January deadline.

Under the legislation Fire and Emergency Services Minister Mark Ryan said from January 1 next year rental properties would be required to have interconnected, photoelectric smoke alarms installed in every bedroom, in hallways and on every level.

If property owners fail to meet that deadline they face the real risk of being legally unable to rent their property, whether it’s a unit or house, until they fulfil the required obligations.

“The law applies when new leases are commenced or an existing lease is extended, but we urge all property owners to transition to the new safer alarms as soon as possible,” the Minister said.

“It’s simple - smoke alarms save lives and interconnected, photoelectric smoke alarms are the safest option available.

“This is about landlords putting the safety of their tenants first while also protecting their

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Atherton Station officer Jason Ryan said landlords need to start planning the updates.

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Best in the world honours for local distillery

BY RHYS T HO MAS LO CAL distiller Mark Watkins has once again made waves in the liquor industry with several of his products winning awards, one being crowned the best in the world at the recent London Spirits Competition.

Mt Uncle Distillery took away two gold medals, three silver medals, claimed Gin of the Year and Best in Show by Country.

The Botanic Australis Navy Strength Gin and Botanic Australis Northern Gem Gin both took home gold medals, the Botanic Australis ushfire Smoked Gin, Botanic Australis Christmas Gin and Botanic Australis Gin were all awarded silver medals.

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all these gins was the Navy Strength as it was also awarded Gin of the Year and Best in Show by Category “It’s awe inspiring that we can get a broad swash of products that kind of recognition,” Mark said.

“We put as much passion and love into every product so there' s no reason why they, at some point, become a rockstar.”

This was not enough for the local distillery however as they also took out World’s Best Pot Still for Iridium Rum at the World Rum Awards, the third consecutive award for this rum.

In both 2019 and 2020 Iridium was the style winner before now being awarded best pot still in 2021.

“It’s an interesting award to win and then to consistently

Kids tasked to name the crane TABLELAND kids are being asked to name the crane currently located at the Atherton Hospital building site as part of a ‘ Name the Cranes’ competition.

The competition is open to kids aged three to 12 years, to enter they need to complete an entry form which includes colouring in the crane picture, choosing a name and why they chose that name.

The winner of the competition will receive a priz e pack that includes a certificate construction hat and a $100 movie pass, the runner ups will also receive priz es.

Entry forms can be obtained from Chhhs-comms@ health. qld.gov.au entries close on June 11 2021.

Biggest Morning Tea to raise funds for cancer

ocal distiller Mar at ins has once again put Mt products being awarded the best in the world.

have that positive feedback reiterates that it is a good quality product,” he said.

“We always wanted to produce some of the best rum in the world but we didn’t think we’d get it this early.”

From distilling in his tree-

ncle Distillery on the map with several of his

house cubby to a now multifaceted distillery Mark has certainly made his mark on the world after founding Mt Uncle Distillery in 2002.

Mark attributes some of his success down to the roots of the company and where they secure

Training prevents stroke incident IT’S the best ultimate outcome for community health – delivering training to the public about a potential health issue, who then use their newfound knowledge in a potentially life-threatening situation.

That’s what exactly what happened to Mareeba Hospital Clinical Nurse Michelle Sutherland and Mareeba Men’s Shed vice president ent uffield.

Ms Sutherland delivered training about being aware of the signs of stroke at the Mareeba Men’s Shed and just four days later Kent recognised those very signs in his wife.

“My wife was cleaning the car and I saw her in the corridor and I knew something was wrong,” Kent explained.

“She was very agitated; her speech was slurred and I was trying to calm her down.”

“She told me her arm felt heavy, and I thought, ‘ that’s it’ and I rang an ambulance.

“Normally I would have driven her to the hospital, but I had heard Michelle’s talk about stroke and she said call an ambulance sooner rather than later.”

Fortunately, Kent’s wife has made a full recovery after getting checked out in the Mareeba Hospital emergency department.

“This is actually what we strive for in all our community presentations and it’s not unusual for us to hear this sort of

Ma r e e b a Ho s p i t a l Cl i n i c a l Nu r s e Mi c h e l l e S u t h e r l a n d ’ s p r o v i d e d Kent Duffield with some stro e awareness training. Days later that very training saved his wife’s life.

feedback. But it is incredibly satisfying,” Ms Sutherland explained said.

“It’s really the reason why we do this training. It gives people the confidence to handle a situation that they might never have encountered before. Stories like this really make health promotion worthwhile.”

“Mareeba community health has been partnering with the Mareeba Men’s Shed to present monthly health promotion and education sessions. We are guided by what the men would like to know more about.”

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GO ING from one of many to becoming one of none, Joe Guy’s story is unlike any other in the entire country living off the land, his wits and his love for horses.

From a street kid growing up in Sydney to becoming an accomplished artist recording several albums, a playwright, musterer and clinician Joe has done it all.

With the sole purpose of living his life in mind, 5 2 yearold Joe has spent all of his life

rst A NEW monument will be erected outside of the Atherton RSL after they successfully applied for and were awarded a grant from the Australian Government.

The monument will be erect-

on the road and on the back of a horse, traveling the world breaking in some of the toughest horses, many to be thought untamable.

Joe stopped over in Mareeba last week and put the call out searching for another horse to help him in his journey.

Always preferring to take in horses that are going to be shot or given away, Joe takes them and gives their life purpose again before finding them bet ter homes.

“These are all rescue horses, I only take horses that people

don’t want that they say are going to get shot that I can save and rehabilitate then find them a home at the end of the day,” he said.

“I’m looking for a horse that nobody wants, something they love that could be saved.

“If its unbroken I break it in, it takes me about seven days 10 days and I should be heading across country.”

To get into contact with Joe and help him in his search for a horse head to his website at www.longrideroneofnone.com

Local contingent attend fire summit

Lo n g r i d e r J o e G u y s t o p p e d o v e r i n Ma r e e b a l a s t w e e k o n h i s jo u r n e y a c r o s s th e c o u n tr y p u ttin g th e c a ll o u t to s a v e a h o r s e h e c o u ld u s e .

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ed to honour the sacrifices of the soldiers who saw time in the Afghanistan conflict and never returned home.

Money for the new tribute was gained through the Australian Government’s ‘ Saluting

their Service’ grant, providing the Atherton RSL with $97,200 to erect the new statue.

Atherton RSL Community Club Grants Coordinator Darren Hughes was extremely pleased to be able to secure this grant for

the new monument.

“All of us here at the Atherton RSL Club are looking eagerly to having this monument completed as it will be a piece of history in the making,” he said.

“Since the last statues were

erected back after World War I, this will be a breath of fresh air in town.”

The brass statue will depict an Australian soldier dressed in full battle gear, facing the front and entrance to the RSL.

ARO UND 120 brigade members including a strong contingent from the Tablelands attended the recent Northern Rural Fire Service Qld V olunteer Summit in Cairns.

The overriding objective of the summit was for attendees to share experiences and knowledge with members from Kuranda, Speewah, Koah, Davies Creek, Fassio Rd and Tinaroo coming away with learnings about indigenous collaboration, mental health awareness, data capture aerial firefighting and drones.

Another feature of the seminar was the RFBAQ – Q uikcorp innovation platform.

As firefighters we choose to undertake activities that are dangerous, and this platform was created to ensure that more of us go home and fewer of us develop ongoing illnesses,” spokesperson Baz Child explained.

“The platform is the catalyst for a conversation that will happen across Queensland over the next several months.

“Brigade members who went over the platform at the summit were incredibly happy with what the RFBAQ are trying to do to increase crew safety.”

Locals interested in seeing the innovation platform while it is still in Far North Queensland can do so from today at the Rotary FNQ Field Days.

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New trap to curb pig infestation

BY RHYS T HO MAS A LO CAL sugarcane farmer has taken a massive step in curbing his invasive pig problem install ing a new remotely activated pig trap. arry hillott bought his family’s hectare property in the ’s and has been grow ing sugarcane ever since much to the delight of the local pig population. ith wo ile Creek cutting a line straight through his prop-

erty r hillott is at the frontline and his sugarcane is the first item on the menu.

Anything can do to help curb the pig population they’ve made a mess of me over the years he said. ’m down to about tonnes of cane at the moment and ’d probably lose up to tonnes to the pigs reckon. t’s one of those things you have to deal with. he trap designed and built in America was imported by

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MSHS dons new resilience shirts areeba oyota has gotten be hind areeba State igh School S S sponsoring new re silience shirts for their staff as a part of the nation wide resil ience pro ect.

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Community workshop for suicide awareness Aw o r k s h o p t a c k lin g m e n t a l h e a lth a n d s u ic id e w a s c o n d u c te d la s t We d n e s d a y w i t h m a n y c o m m u n ity m e m b e r s a n d o r g a n is a tio n s in a tte n d a n c e .

CO MMUNITY members gather at Muluridji Park in Mareeba last Wednesday as Mulungu

Aboriginal Corporation joined with Ngoonbi Community Services Indigenous Corporation to

deliver a special suicide awareness workshop.

The workshop was conduct-

ed to open up the conversation around mental health and suicide, with the aim to understand what the community needs and get relevant organisations and authorities on board.

Mulungu CEO Gail Wason put forward the fact that Mareeba is one of the highest towns in Australia for suicide.

“It’s a sad fact but Mareeba is one of 12 communities across Australia that has an issue with suicide, we’re one of the 12 highest communities for suicide,” she said.

“The Government invited us to invite someone to take on the funding so that we can find out how do we help our mob? .

“Particularly our young ones, how do we help them, how do we deal with this and how can we make it better.

“If we can come out with some good answers about what we want in the future, that’s when we will get funding to address these issues.”

Ngoonbi CEO Glenis Grogan echoed Mrs Wason’s thoughts and believes that the best way to address this issue, is together.

“Together with Ngoonbi, Mulungu and the Mareeba community we will work together to identify what is it that Mareeba needs going forward,” she said.

Another workshop will be held in June by Mulungu and Ngoonbi with more community discussion with police and local council in the books moving forward.

Caravan Park claims major gong ATHERTO N Tablelands holiday park managers Shawn and Janine Richardson continue to celebrate after snagging a major award at the recent Caravan Parks’ Association of Queensland annual conference.

The pair claimed the ‘ Tidy park of the year’ award from Caravanning QLD, a richly deserved acknowledgement for providing a safe, clean and beautiful environment for guests from right across the country.

“We were absolutely thrilled to receive the CPAQ Tidy park award,” a happy Ms Richardson

told The Express.

“Special thanks to our wonderful team who we could not do this without.

“That includes Courtney Fletcher, Shannon O ’Connor, Carmen Heidke, Colleen Doyle, Tiahny Atkins, Phil Jackson and Kieren Hendricks for all their hard work and dedication.

“We are so lucky to have staff that take as much pride in the park as we do and winning this award gives us all a great sense of satisfaction that all of our hard work had paid off.

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Art on the Barron painted a success A HO ST of artists from across ueensland flocked to areeba last week as the inaugural Art on the Barron workshop opened last Monday, running the entirety of last week.

The workshop had local and interstate artists, young and old taking a page from some of the most respected and experienced artists in Australia.

Artists were able to work with their tutors in depth learning new skills and adding them to their ever-growing repertoire.

Merilyn Holmes from the Mareeba Art Society said it was a fantastic week and all of the artists learnt took home something new.

“We were painting up a storm, there were no complaints about the workshop,” she said.

“Everyone has learned something, even some people that have been painting for a fair while have learned something new.

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with lots of fun.”

Kuranda artist Alenka Wood was e tremely satisfied with the workshop and how the tutors ran them, catering to everyone’s needs and skill levels.

“I’ve learned so much and had a great time, Penelope (one of the tutors) was amaz ing she knows so much,” she said.

“She is very adaptive, she realised that some of us had never been to a workshop and so she took us right back and went through it step by step.

“It was very inclusive and nobody was left behind.”

Another standout from the workshop week was the dinners that was provided as many artists expressed their satisfaction and gratitude for the meals provided.

The workshop ended last Friday in the form of an art exhibition where all of the artworks done during the week was put on display for the wider public to see and admire.

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BY MICHAEL WARREN AFTER a tough 12 months brought on by the lingering impacts of CO V ID the heartbeat and main meeting place of a small Tablelands town has recently experienced its best patronage in a long, long time.

The iconic Ravenshoe Hotel, the glue of the small community, remained open during CO V ID and still delivered drinks and meals to locals during stages of the pandemic.

Months on the Hotel and the town itself is starting to blossom

once again.

“How exciting for Ravenshoe to see our town coming alive after all the restrictions due to CO V ID,” hotel spokesperson Wendy Stanford said in a recent online statement. “(It was) so lovely to see the Club hotel open (on the weekend) and now the Popular café ; it was awesome on Sunday.

“We were fully booked and could direct travelling guests to our beautiful town to the Popular Cafe and Country Mile Café .

“The Ravenshoe Hotel management is so very proud of our

dedicated team who worked extremely hard during Covid to deliver meals and alcohol when that was our only option.

“Wayne and Wendy wish to personally thank our dedicated staff and the community for their invaluable support during these difficult times it is very much appreciated.”

In other positive town news the popular Ravenshoe Bakery and Country ile caf coffee shop continue to trade as normal is the O ctopi Garden sanctuary and other resilient businesses throughout the town.

THE Northern Gulf Management Group has teamed up with local children to take part in the Heywire Paddock To Plate Film Festival this year.

Thus far the group of 12 Gulf Youth’s have published three videos talking about local barramundi, chicken and lamb farms.

Producer and Mentor for the Lamb video Kathy Rowling said the youth worked hard leading up to the final production, taking time out of their holidays to complete the project.

“The Gulf Youth in Ag team completed a in film making course with James Leech in the September 2020 school holidays,” she said.

“The students split into three groups of four and each group worked with mentors like myself, V ickie Mylrea and Dan Wingett and Local farming enterprises Hillbillie Heaven, Stockade Farm and Barron River Barramundi.

“Students also completed filming at ssence hole Foods and Barramundi Gardens.”

Kathy said that the key

messages behind the YouTube videos are knowing the story of your food, buying local means fresher and that healthier food can have less road miles.

The Heywire Youth Innovation Grant funded the local group and film maker James Leech donated time to teach the children basic videography skills.

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Small town baking queen

BY ELLIE F INK Emily Curcio is just an average school girl from Mareeba State High School (MSHS) with a huge talent for baking.

Her inspiration was not Adriano Z umbo, but the cake store down the road.

Her love for Teez e Cakes has inspired two of her greatest and favourite creations, a rainbow dripping cake and a Jack Daniel’s cake.

Emily started her business “Emily’s Creations” last year during the school holidays after spending most of her life baking with her mum Jennifer.

She said that her business was a hit almost immediately, especially when she started going to the Mareeba arkets and donating profits to local charities.

“My mum asked me who I would like to donate to and I wanted to do an animal related one because I love animals, so I chose to donate a lot to the Mareeba Animal Refuge,” she said.

“Things started getting bigger when I started donating to them and they asked me if I wanted to do a cupcake drive.

“Sandy from the Animal Refuge also donates eggs sometimes but otherwise set aside some of my profit from the markets to pay for all the ingredients.”

Emily is currently hosting a cupcake drive in support of the Mareeba Animal Refuge. orms that can be filled out at he Seconds shop areeba Hospital, Fantasy Tails, V ets in IGA and 1st Concept Salon in Mareeba.

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The decision was passed down last year that all Lioness Clubs must disband and no longer operate under the Lioness banner.

This decision was met with pushback by many of the clubs who had built up a significant following and membership base over the years.

The Herberton Lioness Club was made up of eight members, and all eight have decided to join the Herberton Lions Club.

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Members of The Great Wheelbarrow Race team Dad’s Army have used their hard raised funds to provide specialised equipment for the Mareeba Hospital.

O ver $5000 was raised by Dad’s Army through numerous fundraising efforts such as boards which the team did many of.

The money raised was then used to purchase two shifty mobility chairs and one viking walker for workers at the Mareeba Hospital to utilise.

This equipment is mainly used by nurses in the difficult task of moving incapacitated patients during recovery from various procedures while the viking

walker is used for rehabilitation.

Member of Dad’s Army Peter Gerdes said he was delighted to be able to present the hospital with this equipment that is in high demand.

“The Dad’s Army team is really proud to be able to make the money for The Great Wheelbarrow Race and to donate it to the Mareeba Hospital,” he said.

“We select a charity and we fundraise for them we’ve done the Mareeba Hospital for the past three years.

“We were told that they (Mareeba Hospital) had a problem, and they needed these chairs specifically to help the nurses.

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Nurse Unit Manager Robyn George was grateful to accept the donation by Dad’s Army to assist both patients and nurses.

“The 4- arm support frame and two ‘ Fair and Steady’ walkers will be used every day and will increase the safety of patients and staff on ast ard she said.

“Patients hold onto the 4- arm support frame which gives them security and keeps them steady as they walk. This piece of equipment is primarily used by rehabilitation patients..

“The ‘ Fair and Steady’ walkers will assist patients who aren’t steady on their feet as they move around the ward.”

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ENTERTAINMENT Ready to rock in Dimbulah O NE NIG HT S HO W: Ca t h e r i n e Br i t t a n d Am b e r La w r e n c e a r e p l a y i n g t h e i r Lo v e a n d Li e s to u r w h ic h c o m e s to D im b u la h in J u ly .

YUNGABURRA A U SSI E country music sweethearts A mber L awrence and Catherine Britt have confirmed a one night only show f or Dimbulah in the coming months.

The dynamic duo will

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A tour representativ e said the show will f eature both A mber and Catherine

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ENTERTAINMENT New movies hit the big screen TH E RE ' S a f antastic choice of g reat mov ies at the Majestic Theatre this week end.

New on screen is the lov ely romantic drama F I NDI NG Y O U – a story about a v iolinist student meeting up with a f amous actor. Set mainly in I reland , this is a beautif ul mov ie and story.

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website www.majestictheatre.com.au F IND ING YO U F inley, a talented aspiring v iolinist, meets Beck ett, a f amous young mov ie star, on the way to her colleg e semester abroad prog ram in a small coastal v illag e in I reland. A n unexpected

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ENTERTAINMENT ACROSS THE REGION Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials!

oung fires l t ro la e oadtr p O V E R the past seve ral months Cairns Reg ional Council has been cultiva ting young creative minds f rom adjoining shires and their own in the f orm of the F lame Roadtrip.

F lame Roadtrip was established early last year but was put on hold during the 2020 lockd own, whereaf ter it continued late last year and continued into 2021.

The experience g athered young creative s f rom across Cairns, Tableland, Doug las,

E theridg e, Cassowary Coast Shires g ivi ng them uniq ue and behind the scenes experience.

F rom art to music to theatre, the participants were able to g ather experiences in their desired fields all made possible f rom the support of A rts Queensland and the Reg ional A rts Servi ces Network (RA SN).

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nue and establish a network. “ The whole reason f or this prog ram was to identif y a network of emerg ing and aspiring artists livi ng in reg ional areas,” she said. “ This was a partnership with other reg ional councils to delive r arts opportunities to up and coming artists.”

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Presents

A love affair that lasts a lifetime, told through letters.

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This is the opening production of the 2021 season for Atherton Performing Arts.

The script tells the poignant story of the life journey of two close friends, Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner, told through their letters to each other.

These letters follow them from children’s birthdays on through the very different paths they follow over years.

Both characters come from privileged backgrounds, but it is clear over the course of the play that money does not provide all the answers to life’s challenges.

The production opened at the Silo Road Theatre last weekend, eliciting plenty of laughs and just a few tears from the audience.

Written by A.R. Gurney, “Love Letters” has captivated audiences around the world with its insight into love and life across time.

This particular incarnation of the script is being brought to life by Kirsty V eron and Peter Whalley-Thompson, two relatively recent residents of the Tablelands.

Performing as Andrew Makepeace Ladd III, Peter said “This show is a unique challenge to an actor. The entire show is constructed by the letters these two star-crossed lov-

ers write to each other. We have to make their story come alive without any of the usual theatrical tricks, purely with our voices. It’s been a wonderful experience to inhabit the character this way.” t has been a very different rehears al process from anything else in my experience”, said Kirsty V eron, who plays Melissa.

“We did all the groundwork ourselves, but Z oom has made it possible for us to tap into the experience of an excellent director, Rod Wissler, who is based in Brisbane.

Rod has directed several professional theatre companies in Queensland, including New Moon and TN Theatre Companies.

Most recently, Rod was the Executive Dean of the Creative Arts program at QUT. His input into a play for voices has been invaluable.”

There are o n l y t w o m o r e p e r f o r m a n c e s - this weekend on Friday 28th May @ 7.30pm and Saturday th ay . pm.

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ON LAND the

Queen visits Malanda cattle school

BY S ALLY T U RLEY GIV ING kids the opportunity to gain e perience and confidence in working with stud and commercial beef cattle in the lead up to the show season was the aim of the annual Malanda Cattle Handling and Judging School held last weekend.

A total of 85 students from Malanda, Atherton, Innisfail, Tully and Charters Towers schools converged on the Malanda Showgrounds to participate in the three-day school coordinated by the Malanda Show Society.

All Souls and St Gabriels, Charters Towers emerged champions in the competition between the schools and local girl, Naomi Godfrey won the title of O verall Champion Parader of

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

They also participated in practical demonstrations of ring craft, parading, stall preparation, shed etiquette, the preparation and presentation of animals, including washing and blow drying animals and the care and maintenance of equipment.

O n Sunday, the event culminated in the Paraders Competition, demonstrating how much students had learned from instructors Tammie Robinson, Mo

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Ma l a n d a Hi g h s t u d e n t s , T a r a Lu t e ( f r o n t l e f t ) , Ha l e y S e r a s , La n a Ra m s a y a n d Ch a r l i e Bl o c h ( b a c k ) s a i d b e i n g w i t h t h e c a t t l e w a s th e b e s t th in g a b o u t th e c a m p .

and Charleene Pedersen, Kellie Williams of Kel-lee Droughtmaster Stud and the Tableland V eterinary Service.

Toogoolawah Stud Brangus breeder, Tammie Robinson of Three Hearts Brangus Stud judged the stud and commercial young judges and paraders competition on Sunday, and was extremely impressed with what she saw.

Tammie said she really enjoyed coming up north each year and sharing her passion for the cattle industry with the young beef producers of tomorrow.

She said 85 out of 85 of the students in attendance were great kids and she believed the future of the beef industry looked to be in good hands.

Ms Robinson said she thoroughly enjoyed watching the

relatively green students grow in knowledge and confidence throughout the school, to become more confident and capa ble leaders and judges by the end of the weekend.

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

Malanda Beef Plan Group, Godfrey Livestock Transport and P4K Livestock Cartage, Dairy Farmers, Karen and Billy Courtney and Kathy and Les Plath, Malanda Rural Supplies, Catherine English, Robert and Joanne Davis, Atherton Gas and Camping and many other individuals generously donated their product and time.

Ch l o e Wi e l a n d o f U p p e r D a r a d g e e e s c o r t e d 4 1 9 k g , 6 1 / 2 m o n t h s p r e g n a n t Ya b a l a Li l y o f t h e In n i s f a i l S t a t e Co l l e g e ' s Lo w l i n e S t u d during the judging on the final day of camp.

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Finishing up before the final lunch of the camp were T Roy Cu e, O v e r a l l Ch a m p i o n P a r a d e r w i n n e r , Na o m i G o d f r e y a n d La n a Ra m s a y .

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ON LAND the

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“Hillview” sets new standard at auction

BY S ALLY T U RLEY

UPPER Barron freehold property “Hillview” established a new high of $28,730.30/ hectare (11,625/ acre) for graz ing/ dry-farming country when it sold bare at auction on behalf of Les and V era Toomey, at the Atherton International Club last Thursday.

Purchasers Laura and Bruce Nicholls arrived from the Gulf for the sale and were very pleased to be the successful bidders in a room full of competition on the day. They have been managing “Magowra” Station near Normanton for the last 4 years.

Mrs Nicholls said they really had no idea of how the auction would go, but were reasonably happy with the final price of $1,860,000.

She said their two children, currently away at boarding school had not yet seen the

place and would be very excited by the news.

After being introduced by Elders Rural Property Specialist, Chris Atkinson, the auction opened with a $1.5 million bid and quickly rose to $1.8 million before dropping to $10,000 bids and peaking at $1.86 m illion.

O nce auctioneer and manager of the Elders Mareeba branch, Mark Peters established the property was on the market, the bidding stalled and though the gallery of buyers were given what must have seemed to Laura and Bruce Nicholls, like an age to reconsider, they failed to up the ante.

O riginally from cattle country near Clermont, Central Queensland, Mr Nicholls said they would be capitaliz ing on Hillview' s reputation for turning off good quality steers by graz ing cattle on the block, and would be building a house there eventually.

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Featuring Barron River and highway frontage and located less than 12 km from Atherton, the 64.74ha (160 acre) property, which is on 2 titles with a spring fed creek and a bore, has been held by the Toomey family for generations.

Boasting rich, arable, deep red soils improved with the classic mix of Brachiaria, Setaria and Glycine legumes, the property is ideally suited to fattening cattle or could be adapted to growing crops or plantations of trees. It is fenced into 5 paddocks and has an existing set of yards.

While it was a painful decision for the Toomeys to let the property go, they said they would look forward to a new era for the block under the care of its purchasers and wished them all the best with their future ventures.

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ON ROAD the

Government heads in the right direction for MoSlow laws: RACQ RA CQ has today welcomed the State G ove rnment’ s plan to take the next step to improve the saf ety of roadside worke rs and motorists f ollowing its 2020 election promise.

The Queensland G ove rnment recently announced it would beg in industry consultation into much- needed road saf ety leg islation which would req uire motorists to

move ove r or slow down at crashes and roadside incidents in Queensland.

The Club’ s G roup E xecutive A ssistance G lenn Toms said emerg ency responders, including RA CQ Roadside A ssistance worke rs, riske d their live s eve ry day to rescue stranded or injured motorists. “ This National Road

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Mr Toms said its on- road crews experience a nearmiss anywhere f rom once a year, up to 10 or more times. “ We’ re currently seeing drive rs not slowing down,

merg ing dang erously, not concentrating , and some cases they’ ll actually collide with our RA CQ ve hicles while worke rs were standing moments earlier,” he said. “ O f ten these ve hicles are passing at 80 to 110km / h, just centimetres away and being struck at that speed would almost certainly result in death or lif e- altering injury. “ More than 85 percent of Queensland drive rs have told us they' d support a road rule req uiring drive rs to move ove r or slow down at a crash or roadside incident, so we look f orward to worki ng with the G ove rnment on these vi tal next steps in maki ng this road saf ety law a reality.”

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percent on last year, it was time the F ederal G ov ernment dug deep f or reg ional Queensland. “ We are in the midst of a road death crisis and, unless we act, we’ ll continue to see Queenslanders ki lled in larg ely preve ntable crashes eve ry week, ” Dr Michael said. “ The Bruce H ig hway is our main arterial route connecting reg ional Queensland with the south east and accounts f or a hug e number of f atal and serious crashes, so we’ re calling on the Morrison G ove rnment to increase and f ast- track saf ety, capacity and ood upgrades to the Bruce f rom $ 800 million to $ 1.2 billion each year.”

Dr Michael said duplica-

tion of the hig hway between Cooroy and G ympie and other low- cost, hig h- impact saf ety upg rades, like saf ety barriers, wide centre lines and improve d turn lanes at intersections, had been proven to save live s. “ The Cooroy to G ympie improve ments under the Bruce H ig hway upg rade prog ram is proof inve stment in reg ional roads will help ke ep Queenslanders alive ,” she said. “ A long this stretch of the hig hway between 2005 and 2009 we saw 22 people ki lled, but since the upg rades, not a sing le lif e has been lost. “ We also urg e the G ove rnment to commit to its share of the I nland H ig hway project

between Charters Towers and Mung indi, so we have an alternative to the Bruce H ig hway when it oods or is cut by crashes or other incidents. “ I n addition, we want to see an extra $ 2 billion allocated towards the vi tal F ederal Road Saf ety Prog ram, so it g oes beyond the next two years, save s more live s and preve nts serious injuries. “ Drivi ng down the shocking death and serious injury rates on our roads will come down to three f actors - saf er drive rs, saf er cars and saf er roads. That’ s why we’ re calling on our F ederal leaders to step up f or road saf ety and help stop this crisis.”

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Spaces in and around the centre console give the ca in an open feel, and environ mentally conscious materi als such as cor and fa rics made from recycled mate rials are used in ways that ring out their natural appeal, creating a comforta le inte rior space.

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MAREEBA COLOUR FRENZY SUNDAY 23RD M

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H a LETTERS EDITOR ve your say to the

EMAIL: e d i t o r i a l @ t h e e x p r e s s n e w s p a p e r . c o m . a u

As k y o u r MP t o v o te fo r v o lu n ta r y a s s is te d d y in g la w s I N coming months, our 93 state MPs will vo te on a proposed law to introduce vo luntary assisted dying (V A D).

The State G ove rnment aske d the independent and expert Queensland L aw Ref orm Commission to draf t a V A D Bill which has now been released and will soon be the subject of scrutiny and f eedback by the parliamentary H ealth Committee bef ore being debated by MPs in September.

The QL RC’ s report and draf t Bill mark a milestone in the long and hard battle to secure V A D laws f or Queenslanders.

Many people invo lve d with Dying with Dig nity Queensland have waged this fight for more than 30 years.

Many of them could have enefited from a law ut have died long bef ore seeing the latest positive deve lopments in the law ref orm process.

A s we continue to push f or V A D laws we should remember them.

V A D laws have been passed in V ictoria, Western A ustralia, and Tasmania, and already operate in many places ove rseas. But there

is no g uarantee the Queensland Bill will succeed.

So, all Queenslanders wanting a better choice at the end of lif e must let their local MP kn ow that they are expecting them to vo te f or V A D. While MPs will have a conscience vo te on the V A D Bill, they should remember that the Bill is not about them.

I t is about g ivi ng terminally ill people or those dying f rom a neurolog ical condition a vo luntary choice to end their intolera le su ering.

V oluntary assisted dying will not result in a sing le extra death, but it will mean a lot less su ering.

I f anyone wants to support our fight urge them to visit www.dwdq .org .au or phone 1300 733 818.

J o s Ha l l P r e s id e n t D y in g w ith D ig n ity Q u e e n s la n d

T h a n k y o u to CCQ v o l u n t e e r s L A ST week was National V olunteer Week, an opportunity to ackn owledg e the tremendous contribution of vo lunteers to our community.

Cancer Council Queensland is f ortunate to have the support of more than 1,100 reg istered vo lunteers and many thousands more sup-

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porters who vo lunteer their time to our campaig ns.

A f ter a challeng ing 2020, we re e cited to finally e able to reconnect with many of our vo lunteers.

F rom cancer support to administration and f undraising , eve ry vo lunteer make s a di erence.

They are q uiet achieve rs and unsung heroes, g ivi ng g enerously of their time to provi de a shining lig ht f or others in their darke st hour.

O ne Queenslander is diag nosed with cancer eve ry 20 minutes – all of us kn ow someone who has been impacted.

I f you would like to show you care, consider vo lunteering , as I can promise it’ s a rewarding pursuit. o find out more, call 3 11 20 or g o to cancerq ld.org . au and click on ‘ Be I nvo lve d’ .

H elp us continue our mission and create hope f or a cancer f ree f uture.

Ms Ch r i s Mc Mi l l a n CEO , Ca n c e r Co u n c i l Q u e e n s la n d

Ma r e e b a s p l a s h p a r k q u e s tio n s TH A NK you to Cynthia L ou and the L abor Party f or the idea of the Splash Park.

Will you also provi de f or the ong oing costs associated

with the upke ep of this park or is this another cost to be borne by the rate payer?

A re you able to tell us who and how this will be paid f or g oing f orward?

I f this g oes ahead, I am sure my rates will rise.

Ca t h e r i n e O ’ Br i e n MAREEBA

Co u n c i l n e e d s t o c o n s u lt w ith Ra t e p a y e r s TH E RE is a serious issue arising f rom the remova l of the weig ht limit on the newly rebuilt O ld Barron Bridg e.

H eavy ve hicles including semi trailers are currently using this route.

This is also the pref erred access to Mareeba f or other motorists and the road isn’ t capable of handling the increased tra c.

I ref er to heavy ve hicles coming throug h Mareeba vi a A nza c A ve / H erberton St / Constance St/ L loyd St then back on the road north at the Byrnes St L loyd St round about.

The approach to the né w / old bridg e f rom the A nza c A v side is too sharp f or semi trailers to neg otiate without entering the opposite lane and the H erberton St / Constance St intersection has no dedicated turning lane and

has had serious accidents there eve n bef ore this incredi le increase in tra c. n accident waiting to happen.

I can’ t blame them as they are not happy with the situation deve loping with the congestion created y the tra c lig hts and g eneral chang es happening in Byrnes St. I ref er to the incredible lack of contact with the public about street chang es/ wombat crossing s and remova l of car parki ng spaces.

I believe it is time f or MSC to consult the rate payers prior to maki ng major street chang es.

I f or one would be happy to o er my time free of any cost and I believe there are others with similar vi ews as F B has shown, to have reg ular meeting s with the MSC tra c advisory committee if indeed there is such a g roup.

A ny other rate payers with similar vi ews please PM me about the possibility of f orming a g roup of concerned rate payers or individuals a ected by the current lack of consultation by MSC. G r e g Wi l l i a m s MAREEBA

P e n n y , w h o is r e a lly sto ing the fires A CH I NE SE Communist Party diplomat had a picture

of an A ustralian solider slitting the throat of a child posted on twitter.

They had on Chinese state media, which is g ove rnment controlled, “ A ustralia should be bombed.”

Penny, is it really us stok ing the fires What has Morrison said?

What has Dutton said?

Y ou mig ht accuse me of sto ing the fires. ell that s because in the last major war they were prepared to g ive North Queensland to the enemy, Ja pan.

Was it China or A ustralia who imposed trade bans on the other country?

Drew Pavl ou and his mates were havi ng a peacef ul protest at the U nive rsity of Qld f or H ong K ong ers and U ig hurs. Did they stoke the fire O r was it the Chinese thug s who attacke d them on campus during their peacef ul demonstration.

Penny Wong ’ s statements are outrag eous.

I f thing s unf old as people are predicting they will unf old, then her comments will be remembered, just as those people who were selling iron ore to Ja pan bef ore the 2nd World War. Bo b K a t t e r , K e n n e d y MP

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TINAROO This could be your backyard L O CA TE D on the Tinaroo side of the lake and bordered by bushland stands this 2 bedroom home, priva te and serene you will f eel like you are miles away f rom eve ryone.

E ntering the home you are g reeted with a nice open plan layout f or the livi ng and dining areas, a g alley style ki tchen and a larg er separate space which could be used as an extra livi ng area or g ames room.

Both bedrooms are of a g ood size and f eature larg e built- in cupboards. The main bathroom had been updated with a walk- in shower f or conAd d r e s s : P r ic e : Ag e n t :

ve nience.

A studio extension adjoins the home and houses a bathroom allowing you to set up a granny at or master suite.

The star of this property is the beautif ul lake outlook, sit back and relax dreaming the day away. Y ou really need to vi ew this property to appreciate all its beauty.

F o r y o u r in ta c t e x c lu s iv Wh i t b y a t Ra to n to d a y o n fo r y o u r in s r a y w h ite r u r a a u / AT H2 2 9 7 2

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TI NA RO O $ 746,000 E X CL U SI V E to Suze y Whitby Ray White A therton 0438 090 306

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• 1.96 Ha with spring fed creek to the rear of the property • Open plan living plus undercover entertainment area • Quality spacious timber kitchen, walk-in pantry • 5 bedrooms, 4 with built-ins, two bathrooms • Multi-purpose room could be converted to formal living • 3 bay shed with one bay enclosed with roller door

$585,000 - Call Greg 0437 332 912

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• Dual living potential • 23 paddocks with creek and rainwater • Living space 184m² approx.

• Shed 226m² approx.

• Land size 10.97 hectares / 27.1 acres

$P.O.A. - Call Brendan 0447 809 808

AFFORD AB L E RESORT L I V I NG AT TI NAROO

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• 3 storey rendered block apartment at Tinaroo Lakes Resort • Kitchen with stainless steel appliances & granite benches • 2 bedrooms on upper level have their own patios • Chillagoe Marble tiles in main bathroom & ensuite • Airconditioning fitted throughout • Lower level has private garage with roller door

Priced to sell $270,000 - Call Kaydee 0417 468 941

Zach 0427 683 023 | Kaydee 0417 468 941 | Greg 0437 332 912 | Brendan (Auctioneer - Rural Expert) 0447 809 808 | www.athertonfn.com.au www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

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Immaculate in every way

WI TH incredible vi ews and a property to match, you may neve r want to leave .

Sitting on an established and priva te 5 .41 acre (2.19 H ectare) allotment, the property f eatures…

• L ocation I s 9.5 kl ms F rom The Malanda Township • 2.19 H ectare (5 .41 A cres) – E stablished Priva cy A round H ouse – F enced Paddock – Dam A t Rear

• I mmaculate & Solid H ome With Recent Renova tions & U pg rades I ncluding New K itchen • Spacious O pen Plan L iving & Dining A rea O ve rlooking F antastic & U ninterrupted V iews – Central Wood H eater • Modern K itchen With Stone Benches, A mple Cupboard Space, E lectric A ppliances & Pantry • L arg e L oung e Room,

Separate Dining & Sitting A rea – Downstairs O pen L iving / Dining / K itchenette • Spacious U pstairs Main Bathroom & 2nd Downstairs Bathroom • 3 G ood Size d Bedrooms U pstairs – L arg e 4th Bedroom Downstairs • U pstairs O utdoor E ntertaining Deck & Downstairs Concreted Patio A rea • U pstairs Carport A rea

Possible F or 3 Cars – Downstairs L ocka ble Shed/ G arag e (2.5 Bays) • Salt Water I n- G round Pool With Pump Shed & Storag e A rea • A mple Storag e A rea Throug hout H ouse – U nder H ouse Storag e A rea • 3 x Rain Tank s Supply H ouse – Dam Connected A s Secondary Source F or Y ard • Shade/ G reenhouse

G reat F or G ardens O r A nimal H ouse • 3kl w Solar Power System

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15 5 H og an Rd, MA L A NDA $ 635 ,000 E X CL U SI V E to Daimin K ochi Main Street Real E state 0448 916 246

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DAIMIN KOCHI 0448 916 246

HIDDEN GEM IN HERBERTON • Quaint 2 bedroom weatherboard cottage • Enclosed wraparound front verandah • Silky oak French doors to the lounge • Spacious eat in kitchen/dining area • Living room, laundry, back porch • Fenced 420m2 block right in town $215,000

SO MUCH SPACE INSIDE & OUT • Open plan modern kitchen & dining area • Large lounge, wood heater, 2nd family room • 6 bedrooms, ensuite, a/c & WIR in master • Undercover entertaining area, built-in bar • Large 4 bay steel shed, 6m x 6m workshop • Solar HWS, tandem carport, fenced yard $420,000

YOUR OWN OLD MCDONALD’S FARM • Solid clay brick home, verandahs on 3 sides • Open living area, 2nd large rumpus room • Timber kitchen, pantry, dishwasher, BBQ area • 3 built-in bedrooms, private ensuite • 20x9 machinery shed, 12x6 storage shed • Bore, tank & pressure pump, 10.47 acres $689,000

LOVELY VIBE WITH LOTS TO OFFER! • Masonry block home, cork & tile flooring • Cool, light filled, open plan living area • Very functional and workable kitchen • Three bedrooms with built-in robes • Full length verandah and lockable carport • Fully fenced yard, established gardens $332,000

A GOOD PLACE TO START • 1980s steel framed kit home • Perfect step onto the property ladder • Plenty of room to renovate and grow • Functional kitchen, carpeted lounge • 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, garden shed • Huge backyard, 800m2 allotment $248,000

Phone 4091 6246 • www.mainstrealestate.com.au PAGE 26 The Express, Wednesday, May 26, 2021

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Private acreage Y O U R very own idyllic oasis awaits. ituated ust 3 m from alanda and m to therton. charming property sits proudly on this private acre paradise, oasting all the hallmar s you d e pect from this area including leminson ree on your side oundary.

he home is a storey red ric and loc home with lovely tim er oors and high ceilings throughout. t o ers a cosy living and dining room with a pot elly fireplace, a tim er itchen with lots of ench space, large freestanding oven and dishwasher, spacious ed

Malanda PRICE REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE!

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tioning and an ensuite. here are two paddoc s for your livestoc and land scaped gardens around the home providing plenty of pri vacy.

T h is m u s t b e s e e n to a p p r e c ia te ju s t h o w m u c h p o te n tia l th e r e is o n th is

Jeanette Suffield 0407 745 748

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Dobson Rd, MA L A NDA RE DU CE D $ 615 ,000 Jeanette u eld lders eal state alanda 0407 745 748

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• 10 acres, 15 kilometres from Malanda, abundance of water • Dual occupancy with separate living upstairs and downstairs • Polished timber floors & recently renovated downstairs 960 Millaa Millaa-Malanda Road, Tarzali

$589,000

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p ro p e rty . P h o n e J e a n e tte Suffield at Elders Real Es

Shellie Nightingale 0429 966 038

PRIVATE ACREAGE

• 5 acres, combination of cleared & rainforest, creek frontage • Large family home with 2 separate wings and 3 living rooms • Large deck, high clearance carport and a shed 22R Lilybrook Lane, Malanda

$549,000

rooms and athrooms. f you li e entertaining, upstairs there is a huge en closed patio with views into the garden and downstairs there is a large entertainment area and even a pool. a e up to the tran uil surrounds from your master suite complete with air condi

Contact Grace Trimarchi on 4095 6677 today Elders Insurance Tablelands Zoners Pty Ltd ABN 59097345474 trading as Elders Insurance Tablelands AR No. 254599 is an Authorised Representative of Elders Insurance (Underwriting Agency) Pty Limited ABN 56 138 879 026, AFSL 340965.

Insurance is underwritten by QBE Insurance (Australia) Limited ABN 78 003 191 035 AFSL 239545. Contact us for a Product Disclosure Statement to decide if a product is right for you.

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Family pleaser in Atherton A G RE A T family friendly layout com ined with a con ve nient location close to all facilities ma es this home an e cellent choice for the usy family. he home sits on land with street access al lowing g reat accessibility to the . m m powered and insulated olor ond shed. his modern edroom plus o ce home has a spa cious open plan living area with separate living spac

es, a dining area suita le for a large ta le, and at the hu is a well appointed itchen. here is an esta lished gar den which includes several mature fruit trees including lemon, orange, mul erry, longon, tamarillo, peach, paw paw and passionfruit. edrooms all with uilt in cup oards wal in ro e to the main ain edroom features

an en suite athroom ce eparate living rooms arge dining area with space f or larg e table ell appointed itchen with pantry, dishwasher, space f or larg e f ridg e with water connection ain athroom includes separate shower athtu iled outdoor entertain ing with access to internal liv ing spaces

nternal laundry with e ternal access everse ycle ir con ditioning to edrooms and in both liv ing areas ecurity screens ecurity system featur ing 8 cameras with remote connection to smart phone • Sk ylig hts which bring light ut not heat into itchen and hallways.

• Solar hot water nsulated and powered

SI TU A TE D at the end of a long road with a priva te tree lined drive way and set on a rise with a backd rop of owering trees is this rural residential acreag e. 1.44H a, 3. acres in si e with a su stantial f enced paddock with pump and tree lined ounda ries. he si sided clay ric construction has verandahs all round and full length win dows to en oy the peaceful rural surroundings. he huge g arag e has 2 car spaces and worksh op and a triple g arden shed set up in the ac gar den and solar hot water on the roof . mpressive open plan tiled livi ng with g arden vi stas all round with a central fireplace

12noon-1pm this Saturday

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4091 1611

24 Main St Atherton

5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living 5 acres close to CBD Swimming pool & gazebo 14m x 7m block shed

Rino 0427 779 086

WEB ID: 668333

OOZING COTTAGE CHARM 27 Golf Links Road - $349,000

3-4 bedrooms, large living & dining High ceilings and timber floors Private outdoor deck 12m x 5m powered shed

Collette 0419 733 712

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OPEN HOUSE

BIG HOUSE WITH POOL 35-37 Page Road - $595,000

. m m olor ond shed with remote door access oncrete pathways e tween house and shed. ully fenced

WEB ID: 730712

and carpet in the ed rooms. ll the edrooms are uilt in and en oy a view of the outdoors. he main athroom has a separate shower, bath and toilet. he edrooms and ath open to a foyer with uilt in cup oards. second ath room is o the laundry area which opens to the g arag e. his uiet peaceful acre age is located etween ung a urra and alanda, the a Ad d r e s s : P r ic e : Ag e n t :

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Call now for a FREE MARKET APPRAISAL MODERN PRIVATE ACREAGE 8649 Kennedy Hwy - $1,190,000

Custom designed 440m2 home - 25 acres Outback style gazebo with built-in BBQ 16m x 12m shed with 3 phase power Cattle yards, round yards, loading ramps

WEB ID: 730913

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landa igh chool is .8 ms away and the unga urra rimary chool is . ms. f country living is your aim, don t delay this property is well priced to sell uic ly at $ 499,000.

Rino Gava 0427 779 086 Collette Rowston 0419 733 712 PERFECT BLEND OF OLD & NEW 6 Gray Street - $363,000

4 bedrooms, 2 renovated bathrooms Polished timber floors New kitchen with pantry & gas cooktop Shed with workshop + separate office

Collette 0419 733 712

WEB ID: 122405

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Secluded haven – small acreage living with home

O F F E RI NG a peacef ul and priva te lif estyle is this f amily home on a 3.46 acre allotment close to L ak e E acham and only minutes f rom Y ung aburra with access to Maroobi Creek.

The f amily home is split leve l with the upper leve l f eaturing polished tim er oors,

3 uilt in edrooms, ath room and a timber entertainment deck ove rlooki ng the manicured lawns and g ardens. The ki tchen is timber and has a breakf ast bar and serve ry to the loung e room.

A stunning internal polished timber staircase leads you to the second livi ng area/

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g ames room which has its own timber deck and to the left, there is a storage ay .

There is also an external staircase and laundry which is located in the carport accessing the house.

Separate to the house is a 6mx6m carport f or car accommodation or worksh op

and there is a 6mx3m lock up g arden shed.

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s till e x is ts a n d o u r c h a n c e to o w n o f y o u r o w n , c a ll e Ma r k e t i n g Ag e n t Chatfield at First At h e r t o n t o d a y o n 9 4 1 .

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Auction A G O O D g razi ng property g oing to auction on Ju ly 10 at the Malanda RSL .

The property has a three bedroom Queenslander home, bathroom and two toilets.

There is a larg e machinery shed and a shed with the cattle yards. Water is supplied by rain water tanks and a bore.

The cattle troug hs on the property are g ravi ty f ed. The property is f ully f enced and the back boundary is Butchers Creek, also is on the school bus run. F 1786 • 64.82 ha (160 acres) Ad d r e s s : P r ic e : Ag e n t : Co n t a c t :

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• Three bedroom home • Bathroom • Two toilets • V eranda • G ood g razi ng • Sheds • Cattle yards & ramp • G ood f encing • Bore and rain water • School bus • 15 minutes to Malanda approx F o r m o b o o k y tio n , c a 1 4 9 o r 6 7 5 a t Ma l a n d

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38 L and Rd, BU TCH E RS CRE E K A U CTI O N Susanne or Darren Tablelands.com & Malanda Real E state 0408 733 149 or 0429 977 675

A place like no other

O F F E RE D for the first time to the marke t, this truly amaz-

ing 2.6 acre property with parkl and on one side & f ront-

ag e to the Barron Rive r at the rear but still walk ing distance

to shops and schools, can only be described as ' a oneof - a- ki nd, paradise' !

The current owners, retired landscapers & org anic f ood g rowers, have ove r many years built & created a property that has to be seen, to be believe d.

The centerpiece, a q uality custom built, spanish style home, 327m2 under roof is surrounded by beautif ul landscaped g ardens complete with water f eatures and pathways to lose yourself in.

I f g rowing your own org anic f ood and being self su cient is important, then you will be impressed with at least 183 tropical, nut and exotic f ruit trees to pick f rom and perf ect desig nated areas to g row your own herbs and ve g etables.

Still outside, the larg e priva te back patio has stone seating ove rlook ing a separate perg ola and vo lcanic

RED BRICK SURPRISE!

SATURDAY 10th July, 2021 @ 11.00am Auction to be held at the Malanda RSL 64.82 hectare grazing block, house, sheds, yards.

38 Land Road, Butchers Creek

Contact Susan 0408 733 149 or Darren 0429 977 675

www.tablelands.com

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A must see for those ready to buy your very own home or an investment property in Dimbulah.

Practical design with significant modern pgrades • Functional & comfortable 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home • Close to the shops, schools & parkland • Airconditioning throughout & solar hot water • Move in or keep the long term A1 tenant Price $225,000 Neg Exclusive Agent John Goncalves 0407 690 961

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rock (some as long as 3m) that ma e up the fire pit area, all ideal places f or entertaining or just relaxing with a drink in hand and enjoying the abundance of birds & butter ies.

I nside and just like outside, the f eatures are too long to list but here are some just to name a f ew; beautif ul hig h bamboo ceiling and lac utt tim er oors in the livi ng , g enerous size ki tchen with g ranite benchtops and black wattle cupboard doors as well as bif old serve ry window. 3 g enerous size bedrooms servi ced by a main bathroom whilst the master bedroom with a walk- in- robe has an amazi ng ensuite where you f eel like you showering outdoors along side an enclosed priva te f ernery.

I f all this was not enoug h, attached to the main residence but with a seperate entrance is a self contained guest room or granny at fea turing a third bathroom and separate ki tchenette perf ect f or extended f amily, vi sitors staying the nig ht or paying B& B clients.

Below are some other f eatures of this special property.

• 3 bay Ranbuild shed 10mx9m (power & insulated) • Solar hot water system • Solar panels, g rid connected • Rain water tank • E xposed ag g reg ate drive way & pathways • Back entrance vi a Barron Rive r E splanade f or larg e ve hicles Ad d r e s s : P r ic e : Ag e n t : Co n t a c t :

T HE HO ME • Double sided rive rstone exterior walls • Steel f rame internal walls & roof trusses • Terracotta roof tiles • Numerous artistic mosaic and steel f eatures throug hout • Custom made security screens • L arg e double g arag e tiled T HE G ARD EN • G reenhouse • I rrig ation to all trees & g ardens • U niq ue rive rstone & g alva nize d steel bamboo f eature f ront f ence • F ully f enced property • L arg e f ood f orest area • Pond f eature • Town water & f ully eq uipped bore • L ist of f ruit trees ava ilable ver 00 di erent variety of f ruit trees T HE P O T ENT IAL (Possible income streams if desired) • Plant nursery • O rg anic f ruit and ve g etable sales • B& B A ccommodation • F armstay • Therapy business i.e yog a, detox retreat • Site f or g ardening org anic, biodynamic & permaculture courses P le a a g e n Ra y 6 9 0 tio n

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Solid home, priced to sell

TH I S fantastic property has ust ecome availa le and is loo ing for its new owners. ell located ust down the road from school and lo cal shops this property holds massive potential. he front porch sets the scene and leads through to the open plan living area, itchen, and dining area with tim er ooring under foot. he hallway ta es you down to the three carpeted edrooms one of which fea tures a uilt in wardro e. t the ac of the house there is a large tim er dec , Ad d r e s s : P r ic e : Ag e n t : Co n t a c t :

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Family size entertainer

I F you are look ing f or a home f or the whole f amily and you lov e to entertain, then this is a must see property f or you.

Welcome to 2 Martin A v enue in Mareeba.

Custom desig ned, the layout suits f amily liv ing and there is space f or ev eryone.

Stepping in the f ront door, you are firstly greeted y the priv ate entry, opening out into the larg e, open plan liv ing area.

Central to the home, the liv ing area prov ides access to the media room and o ce

on one side, and the hallway to the bedrooms on the other. The k itchen is located at the rear of the home and ov erlook s the back yard which boasts the ing round pool and entertaining area. There is ev en a serv ery to the patio.

The f our bedrooms are a g ood siz e and are serv iced by the ducted air conditioning that also serv ices the liv ing areas. A ll bedrooms hav e tiled oors, ceiling fans and built- in wardrobes and the master bedroom f eatures a walk - in wardrobe and an en-

suite.

Conv enient to the bedrooms, the main bathroom and laundry are on this side of the home as well. The main bathroom has been recently renov ated and f eatures trendy tiles and bold colours.

There is a larg e shower room and separate toilet and v anity room as well.

O utside the f eatures continue, with a g reat tiled patio that ov erlook s the pool and entertaining area. There is a one bay lock able shed which has lined walls and ceiling ,

and an awning o the side which cov ers the concreted entertaining area by the pool.

H ere there' s a piz z a ov en and outdoor k itchen with hot and cold water.

• L arg e f amily home g reat f or entertaining • 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, media room and o ce iled oors throughout, including the patios and g arag e • L arg e liv ing area central to the home • Bedrooms all hav e builtin wardrobes and ducted air-

con • Renov ated main bathroom, deluxe en- suite with spa • L aundry with storag e space g alore • I n- g round saltwater pool, with entertaining area • O v ersiz e 2 bay g arag e with driv e- throug h access • 6k W solar power system, 1 bay shed, f ully lined • 75 9m2 low maintenance yard, already landscaped • Not f ar f rom the H eritag e Centre and Centenary Park Ad d r e s s : P r ic e : Ag e n t : Co n t a c t :

The low maintenance yard is only 75 9m2 so maintenance is a breez e and you can just spend your week ends by the pool! With all of the ing redients here except your f amily, what are you waiting f or?

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Quiet serenity – escape and relax at Lake Eacham A S lif estyles become more pressured, f amilies are looking to their home as a place of relaxation and escape.

H ere you can immerse yourself in a pristine envi ronment, breathing clean air, drinki ng the purest of water f rom an ancient rainf orest.

With not a neig hbour to be seen, this property is just amazi ng and has a q uiet serenity that you will not find in town.

The expansive home has 4 bedrooms and multiple living areas. A massive shed with 15 amp power is ideal f or the handyman or tradie.

With a permanent creek

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and lots of wildlif e this is the perf ect place to sit back, relax and enjoy this q uiet picturesq ue part of the Tablelands.

This 16H a (40 acres) rainf orest lif estyle property is just 15 minutes to Y ung aburra and Malanda.

With an eve n shorter drive to the iconic L ake E acham both Ad d r e s s : P r ic e : Ag e n t : Co n t a c t :

a tourist hotspot and a popular picnic and swimming area f or the locals.

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The ultimate setting, location and lifestyle in Herberton TH I S beautif ully presented home has many f eatures lovers of this style see to find, complete with a larg e covered wrap around deck ove rlooki ng g org eous vi ews of the surrounding landscaped g ardens.

Features Include edrooms, th ed room with a fireplace • Master bedroom f eatures an ensuite & walk- in robe • Spacious open plan living • Modern well- eq uipped itchen with a pantry, gas standalone oven, dishwash er, island enchtop ample

storag e space.

• Main bathroom with a separate shower, claw ath tu , toilet, and vanity • I nternal laundry eautiful high ceilings, ceiling fans, security screens and polished tim er oors throug hout the home • Wrap around deck on 3 sides of home – Perf ect f or entertaining all year round!

• 2 bay powered shed with a me anine oor • 6.6K W Solar power + solar hot water – Sav e on those electricity bills!

• U nder house storag e or worksh op space with power

connected • Seasonal creek on the property + the wild rive r runs along the back boundary • Chook pen and potting shed • Well established g ardens & f ruit trees • Town water and septic ery private 3,0 8m al Ad d r e s s : P r ic e : Ag e n t : Co n t a c t :

lotment I deally located in a q uiet street within walki ng distance to H erberton Town Centre.

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SO CLOSE TO THE LAKE Yungaburra • 4 bedrooms • Open plan tiled living • Spacious kitchen • Timber deck • 1,262m2 yard • Plenty of potential $398,000 ATH22866222 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

HIGH PRODUCTION PROPERTY Malanda • Set on 169.5 hectares - 4 titles • Fenced into 40 paddocks • Steel cattle yards + feed pad • 360 meg water license • 2 machinery sheds + 1 grain shed • 1x 4 bed home, 1x 2 bed cottage $P.O.A. ATH23091286 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450

SIZE WILL SURPRISE Atherton • 2 bedroom standalone villa • Large open plan living & dining • Galley style kitchen • Covered patio area • Close to town • No Body Corp. fees $269,000 ATH23038488 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

IT’S GOT IT ALL East Barron • Set on 39.7 hectares • 30 meg water allocation • Barron River frontage • 2 meg earth dam • 3 bedroom brick home • Nice rural outlook $1,600,000 ATH22721483 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450

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PSAL M 1 4 THE f o o l has said in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none who does good.

2. The LO RD looks down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there are any who understand, who seek God. 3. They have all turned aside,they have together become corrupt; there is none who does good, no, not one.

4 . Have all the workers of iniquity no knowledge, who eat up my people as they eat bread, and do not call on the LO RD? 5 . There they are in great fear, for God is with the generation of the righteous.

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LUIGI FALVO 1914 ~ 1982

TERESA FALVO 1922 ~ 2015

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Forever loved and missed

by Ida & Domenic, Betty & Jack, Michael & Rita and Families.

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John Robert Bell Passed away on May 28th, 2018.

Aged 76 years and 10 months.

Loving Husband of Valda. Father of Daryl (Dec.), Grant and Jody, Barry, and Gina. Grandfather of Makayla, Shonay, Rebecca, Vanessa, Jonathan, Michael, and Rikki. Great Grandfather of Sophia and Lucus.

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Passed away at the Mareeba Garden Settlement on the 15th of May, 2021. Aged 86 years.

Beloved Wife of Tom (Dec.). Loving Mother and Mother-in-Law of Sheena & Bill, Dallas & Bret, Dan & Jacquie. Bibi to Rachel & Matt, Sarah & Josh, Ruth & Lachlan, Brigalow, Flynt, Travis & Terri, Lilly & Jack. Much loved Aunty and Friend.

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Leslie Eric EMMERSON 14219879 - Private, Machine Gunner British Forces WW2, Knight of the French Legion of Honour Late of Mareeba and Cooya Beach. Born Toowoomba, QLD 1924, died peacefully surrounded by his family at Mossman Hospital, 8.45am Tuesday 18th May, 2021.

Aged 96 years.

Beloved Husband of Peg (Dec.). Much loved Father and Father-in-Law of Eric and Cheryl, Christine and Michael and Peter and Abby.

Cherished Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Great Great Grandfather, Friend and Uncle to many.

Privately cremated on Friday 21st May, 2021.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Wake and Poppy Service at a date to be advised.

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Hyree AHMET (nee ADIL) Of Shepparton, Victoria, formerly of Mareeba. Passed away Wednesday 19th May, 2021. Aged 70 years.

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KAREN LOUISE BRAES

Phone: 0429 923 014

Tom, Tracey, Michelle, Amy, Kristy and families wish to thank the numerous friends, relatives, neighbours, and others who have so strongly supported them throughout Karen’s illness and passing.

There are too many people and groups to personally thank and respond to, those who sent cards, flowers, messages, food, attended Karen’s service, and funeral wake; to make them truly memorable, and all who were generally there for and supported the family. Special appreciation to the Highly Strung Ukulele group for providing fitting musical tributes.

Karen has had expert medical care throughout her illness, but she specifically wanted to thank Dr Sabine from the Mareeba Medical Centre who went above and beyond the call of duty in the care she provided to Karen. Also, the Blue Care nurses who attended Karen at home, right up to her passing.

The Queensland Police Service for the respect shown to Karen on her last journey, the Lions and Lioness Clubs for their honouring Karen’s life.

To all who attended Karen’s service, the family regrets not greeting each and every one of you, but we all appreciate your being there and supporting us through a most challenging and difficult time.

Karen’s service is available to view on: https:// livestream.com/rapidspin/karenlouisebraes.

Karen has ascended to a better place and now watches over us free of illness. Ovarian Cancer is an insidious silent killer of Australian women. We urge all women to be aware of this disease and ensure your doctor is also aware and familiar with the symptoms.

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COORDINATOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT We are looking for an effective coordinator to deliver successful community outcomes by providing a range of community and social initiates, action plans and policies for the community.

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Oh what a feeling for Mareeba netballers A SELECT number of young Mareeba netballers will get the chance to travel to the Sunshine Coast to compete after local business Mareeba Toyota has shown their support in the form of a donation. $1000 was donated by Mareeba Toyota to the Mareeba Netball

U15 side to help foot their travel costs after 10 of the girls were selected to play from July 2 to 6 on the Sunshine Coast in the Nissan State Age Championships.

The call was put out to Mareeba Netball for any U12 to U15 girls who wanted to trial for the chance to go away, 10 U15 girls

Battle of the bush breaks into Mareeba THE Mareeba Turf Club will once again welcome patrons onto the field for a day full of racing, fashion and fun on Saturday, May 29.

The Mareeba Turf Club has barely seen any rest this year with six meets being done in the past six months and plenty more to come including the Laura race meet next month.

Battle of the Bush will be the main card for the five race card event as the series qualifier makes it way to Mareeba.

There will be an autumn themed fashions on the field competition for all ages with a range of categories to get excited for.

Mareeba Turf Club President Ale alliff has congratulated his committee on the constant work they have done, continuously delivering these meets.

“It’s outstanding our committee is extremely hard working and generous with their time,” he said.

“We are very lucky to have the volunteer committee we have at the racecourse.

“These events couldn’t go ahead without them, we have volunteers that don’t sit on the committee and they do a fantastic job.”

Alex and the Mareeba Turf Club are more than excited to be able to fling open the gates come next Saturday.

“We love racing it doesn’t matter how many race meetings we have, we love it,” Alex said.

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were selected from Mareeba making it a full Mareeba side.

Manager of the Mareeba Netball U15 State Age side, Kylie Campman, said that the club was grateful of the support of Mareeba Toyota, enabling the girls to participate in this amaz ing opportunity.

“We are very appreciative of Mareeba Toyota donating $1000 to the girls to help them go away,” Mrs Campman said.

“It’s awesome without it we wouldn’t have been able to take the girls down, every little bit helps.”

Sales Manager at Mareeba

Toyota Andrew Ford was happy to support Mareeba Netball and give the girls a chance to play outside of their current competition.

“We’re just happy to see kids get selected in teams, go away an compete against other teams,” he said.

“I loved going away to play sports when I was a kid, sports are good for every kid, it' s a good way to either meet new people or have a look outside the bubble.

“It’s all about meeting new people, meeting new teammates and competing against a different quality of players.”

Tablelands club shows their pedigree

F o u r m e m b e r s o f t h e No r t h e r n Re g i o n Ba r e f o o t Wa t e r S k i Cl u b a l l r e t u r n e d f r o m S ta te T itle S e r ie s , d iv is io n c h a m p io n s .

A SMALL Tableland barefoot waterskiing club has shown that quality is better than quantity after four of their skiers became division champions after the recent QLD State Title Series.

The series was held in Canungra in southern Queensland at the start of May with Katina

Davis, Darren Rogers, Lindsie Jack and Mark Mulford of Northern Region Barefoot Water Ski Club all coming back division champions.

Katina took out the Senior Women’s division, Darren the Masters Men’s champion, Lindsie the Junior Girls champion

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and Mark the Sub Junior Boys Champion O nly being a small club running out of Tinaroo, having four out of four division champions is welcome news to club president and champion skier, Katina Davis.

“In the past we’ve had less

skiers go to states, so this is the first time we’ve had four skiers at states,” she said.

“We’re only a tiny club and slowly building so it was awesome to take four skiers and those four skiers coming away as champions in their divisions.

“We we’re very happy with that, you don’t just go there to come home with a trophy to go to perform your best.”

Several of the skiers not only beat out their competitors but themselves, securing new personal bests.

Unlike other clubs that take wintertime off due to the cold weather, Katina and the skiers in the Northern Regional Barefoot Water Ski Club use this time to train and hone their skills before competition time.

“We ski through winter to train and to learn, so come summer we can put it all together,” Katina said.

To support the small growing club and keep track of their exploits search them up on Facebook and let them know your rooting for them.

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Zemekis leaves onlookers speechless

Bo o r m a n .

Bulls Masters light up Morrow Park MO RRO W Park in Atherton was the place to be last Friday as the Bulls Masters and local A-grade cricket players went head-to-head in an exhibition match.

The match was played between local A-graders across the region and the Bulls Masters team comprised of some of Australia’s best players and local up and com-

ing cricketers.

Atherton Cricket Club president Tony Potts said the day was enjoyed by everyone involved from the players right down to the spectators.

“The day was excellent, it was the best day we’ve had,” he said.

“It was a good crowd considering it

was Friday, a good crowd and good people.

“Everyone loved it, we had a dinner on Thursday night and we didn’t get one bad comment.”

The Atherton Invitational team won the match much to the delight of local spectators.

An e l e v a t e d Z e m e k i s Hu n t e r s h o o t i n g p u r e .

A 4- point haul by Z emekis Hunter created excitement on and around the basketball court last Thursday evening.

The Stingray’s shooting guard’s shot was pure and true wasting no time with mere dribbling, the opposing team ed evils were finally on the wrong side of a long-range barrage.

The Devils had a strong team loaded with defensive guards in Ricaydan Wason and Z ayd yrte a as well as fleet footed forwards in Craig Farley and Z ac Myrtez a.

Jerome Gully was absent due to representative commitments, and in his absence young Hunter was pushed into the lead scoring role.

In all, a miraculous eleven three-pointers from Z emekis.

The best of which was over an outstretched Craig Farley hand, which ended with the defender acknowledging the shot and the shooter.

In the end 91 to 73, with the Rays taking the spoils and Thursday 20 May 2021 will be long remembered as Z emekis’s day.

Locals take out records At h e r t o n ’ s T a i t Co g h l a n .

Bu l l s Na t h a n Re a r d o n .

Bu l l s An d y Bi c h e l .

At h e r t o n ’ s D a n P a r n e l l .

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At h e r t o n ’ s S e p p e Ba r l e t t a .

THREE Tableland locals have smashed records at the recent Gregory River Canoe Marathon with John V an Ryt, Tony Marnane and Terry McClelland all winning their sections in record time.

The 42km race takes place on the Gregory River near Mt Isa and see both experienced and novice canoers all taking part with different race lengths

for different skill levels the race is a hit across the region.

Tony Marnane and Terry McClelland together broke the 2014 Mens M3 record with a time of 4: 07: 59 while John V an Ryt not only won the Recreational Race category, but he also smashed the races record with a time of 1: 19: 57.

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S PORT Meet the Mareeba Gladiators

Struggles continue for Roosters Ro o s t e r s J a c k Wi l l i s l o o k s t o g e t p a s t t h e Br o t h e r s d e fe n c e o n S a tu r d a y n ig h t.

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THE Atherton Roosters were in familiar surroundings when they faced off against rothers in Sat urday nights Cairns istrict ug

by League premiership match at Atherton’s Mungalli Creek Dairy Stadium. layer in uries and other com mitments are now a continual con cern at the Roosters as the club struggles to have their best thir teen on the park each week.

On Saturday the oosters were again under powered and in the end went down to rothers.

To their credit the Roosters played with plenty of courage in the first half and did well to stay in the contest and be behind only at the break.

The restart wasn' t going to be good for the Roosters as they had picked up more injuries in the opening exchanges and were forced to play the final forty min utes without any reserves on the bench. rothers went onto score an other four unanswered tries and maintain their unbeaten re cord. n the under match the young oosters came away winners over rothers after lead ing at the break. yan al lagher enis Scheibel and lynn ailey were the oosters try scor ers. rothers defeated the oost ers in the reserve grade game while Ivanhoes downed the oosters in the ladies match. he Senior oosters have a competition bye this weekend and play their next match in Innisfail on Saturday June .

Gators feeling the sting IT was more of the same after the areeba ladiators trav elled to Mossman over the weekend to face off against the Sharks.

With 11 players out because of in ury the ladiators were undermanned and outgunned up against the fast paced ossman

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The game remained close until the half with Mareeba only trailing by points at halftime.

It was busted wide open after the half with the ball bouncing ossman’s way as they e tended their lead putting on 42 points to the ators .

areeba ladiators Captain Coach rent arnard said that despite the loss the team played hard and with heart.

“O nce we get some of these boys back from injury I think we’re going to be competitive again he said.

“Everything just went their

way and when you’re winning it ust does.

“I said to the boys after and before the game it’s all about the culture and not giving up. he areeba ladiators will have a bye this coming weekend before making the trip down to Cairns to play Suburbs.

Bulls pull out win from wet weekend

THE areeba ulls had a short ened weekend of ootball with rain washing out the Premier Mens side after they travelled to nnisfail on Sunday.

The rain had started around lunch time on Sunday and didn t break or clear until well into the night the ulls remier e

serves were only able to play un til halftime before the match was called off.

While the weekend was mainly rained out the ulls did not return empty handed as the Premier Ladies team came away with a convincing win on Saturday.

Coach arcello Savaglio said that considering the conditions it was a good game and a good win. t was a good win consider ing the conditions the field was soaked it pretty much rained the entire game he said.

“Under the conditions the

ladies performed really well couldn’t complain. e prob ably could have scored a couple more it could have been a more convincing win then what the scorecard says. p ne t for the ulls is a home game against the Southside Comets this coming weekend.

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Veteran ready for Ironman

BY RHYS T HO MAS

AFTER Getting a taste for triathlons in the 80s Joe Pilat has not looked back, competing in over 20 ironman competitions and even representing Australia, all before his 6 0th birthday.

Joe who lives in Mareeba, took to the roads for his first triathlon 19 85 , since then he has competed around the world including Canada and Hawaii and now he plans to take on his 10th Cairns Ironman.

Entering the Ironman stage in 19 9 1, Joe competed in New Z ealand and aptly fell in love, continuing to compete across the world in Canada, Japan and Hawaii.

His drive to compete in Ironman stemmed from seeing Hawaii on TV on the wide

ally even getting picked to represent Australia.

“After doing Hawaii in 19 9 2 I went to classic distance races and in 19 9 5 I went to Cancun for Australia then again for the long course in Nice,” Joe said.

“Triathlons are interesting and what challenges me is the challenge.

“The challenge to get to the end, the challenge to go faster, the challenge of getting out there and having a good time," After a break to settle down and start a family the call was heard as he returned to the roads in 2010 and has not left since.

Now at 5 7 years of age Joe will be competing in his 10th Cairns Ironman on June 6 with the invaluable support of his family.

"The challenge to get to the end, the challenge to go faster, the challenge of getting out there and having a good time" world of sport and he thought, “Wouldn’t it be a blast to get to that” and so he did.

“I trained hard with a heap of my mates down in Townsville and I got to it and I thought, this is great,” Joe said.

“O nce you get to that you go, what am I going to do next? .”

Short course was what Joe was going to do next competing in O lympic Short Course events across Australia eventu-

“My family has given me a lot of support having the girls and my wife, it keeps me motivated,” he said.

“Having my wife Glenys there and seeing her doing sport and what she loves drives me and she enjoys watching me so it’s mutual.

“There were times I would go running and my daughters would come along riding their bikes.”

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