The Express Newspaper 31st March 2021

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LOCALS LOSE LOCKS FOR A HAIRY GOOD CAUSE The World’s Greatest Shave has been supporting Aussie families with blood cancer since 1998. Shaving is a big deal – It’s an extraordinary person that dons the cape to be brave to shave. Last Friday school and community groups across the region came together to shave off their locks in the quest for cure. FULL STORY PG2

Ergon Energy Atherton apprentice electrician Tracey Clark had her waist-length hair shaved on Friday by local hairdresser Gemma Trimble. Eleven team members from the Atherton depot signed up to have their hair shaved, cut or coloured to raise money for the Cancer Council.

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MAREEBA State High School (MSHS) and Ergon Energy participated in the World’s Greatest Shave on Friday, March 26. The crew at Atherton Ergon Energy got themselves into a ‘hairy situation’, as crew members Tracey Clark and Barry Moss were brave and shaved. Apprentice electrician Tracey has had thick waist-long hair since working for Ergon and live line crew member Barry has had a moustache since his high school years. “A couple of years ago Barry said he would shave his moustache if I shaved my hair – I didn’t believe he thought I would ever do it,” Tracey said. “Many of us have lost loved ones to cancer and know the heartache and hardship that families suffer, so we wanted to support the Cancer Council in their mission towards a cancerfree future. “It felt really funny to do as I have been growing my hair out for eight years, but it is all for a good cause and I am happy I did it. “It’s a lot cooler now and my life as an electrician in the hot sun will be so much easier.” The team’s goal was to raise $5000 but by Friday afternoon the team ended up doubling their goal raising $10,474. MSHS held their event at lunch time on Friday with five students and one teacher shaving their heads and with another seven boys getting their legs waxed. The MSHS Student Council

Mareeba State High School students Zebb Franklin, Maddison Burns, Tashi Maxwell, Mia Phillips and Josh Leporati (front) after shaving for a cure last Friday as part of World’s Greatest Shave. The student council raised $2088.08 in support of the cause.

President Megan Seddon said the goal of $1000 was most important. “Raising $1000 was very important for the student council and it was a big goal that we weren't sure we could achieve,” she said. “Our Deputy Principal Ms Lindsay mentioned a few weeks ago that if we got to our goal, she would shave her head and this became a huge incentive for us. “If it wasn't for Ms Lindsay saying she would do it, I don't think we would have achieved getting $2,000 for the charity.” Mia Phillips in Grade 8 said

she wanted to get her head shaved for her birthday that day with her inspiration being her mum. “My mum did it when she was my age so that was my inspiration,” she said. “It feels so good but so weird at the same time and it was a great birthday present today.” Tashi Maxwell who is also in Grade 8, said they were inspired to do the shave as their grandmother has been diagnosed with cancer. “My nana has cancer and is restarting chemo and I am going to see her these holidays and I wanted to show her she

isn’t alone in her battle,” Tashi said. “I feel better now it’s done, and I don’t feel as anxious, and I am so happy I did it.” Zebb Franklin in Grade 12 has been growing his hair and facial hair out for two months and says he wanted to do the shave after seeing the benefits it has for people with leukemia. “I feel freer and cold without my hair but it's for a good cause,” he said. The MSHS student council was able to reach their goal of over $1000, raising a staggering $2088.08.

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Atherton Tennis left in the dark BY RHYS THOMAS

THE Atherton Tennis Club is up in arms after the Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) removed and disposed of their court lights without the club’s knowledge. After a safety compliance check of the club on April 10, 2019, two of the lighting poles in the front courts of the club were identified as in poor condition with significant internal rot. All the remaining poles and lights showed further issues including, insulation damage/ bare wires, severely rusted light brackets and an electrical box that was hanging by cables. A report highlighted the safety concerns of the lights including fixtures falling and two of the rotting poles that could possibly collapse onto the courts. Council made the decision to disconnect and remove all lighting fixtures and associated electrical wiring. Repairs were carried out on February 24 to replace an electrical pole which had both the main switchboard and Ergon

attachment point and two other poles that supported lights. Atherton Tennis Club President James Drinnan said that the club was informed of Councils decision to remove the lights but was not aware that the lights the club paid for, were to be destroyed. “We had agreed that the two posts were dangerous and needed to be removed, and that we would like them replaced,” he said. “We assumed that they would replace the posts and then put the lights back up, but they removed all the lights and proceeded to destroy them. “The tennis club was under the impression that our lights were going to be left in the clubhouse until the posts were put up and the brackets replaced.” This was not the case however as council officers not only removed their lights, but had also taken them to the dump to be destroyed. “We were really annoyed because we played on Monday night and by Wednesday everything was gone,” Mr Drinnan said.

TRC Mayor Rod Marti said that council had failed to properly inform and engage with the tennis club on its decision regarding their lights. “It’s fair to say that council could have done better in its engagement with the tennis club, the consultation and engagement certainly didn’t meet a minimum standard,” he said. “The lights were taken down because after the inspection done by council some of the fittings weren’t safe, although the lights themselves were functional. “Council made an assessment and believed that there was a safety issue but our engagement with the club wasn’t good enough.” To rectify their mistake, council has made the decision to provide and install the lighting for the front three courts using $56,000 from the 20/21 capital budget. This decision was passed four to three with Acting Mayor Kevin Cardew breaking the tie as Mayor Marti had to exit the room due to a conflict of interest.

The Atherton Tennis Club has been left without lights as the Tablelands Regional Council recently removed all of their court lights.

“The decision that council made today certainly doesn’t make amends for that. We certainly want to improve the way we engage with community and sporting groups,” Cr Marti said. “The club paid for the lights they installed, they maintain the courts, they’re running the show. “Council has gone in, done an inspection said, ‘that’s not safe we better take action’. “We feel that what we’ve done with the tennis club is try to make the best out of a poor situation.”

The Atherton Tennis Club accepts council’s decision at this time, however, the club feels they are owed more lighting in the next budget. As council has removed all the lights that were purchased by the Atherton Tennis Club, the club feels that it should have all those lights replaced. “If we’re getting brand new lights and wiring and the council is contributing fund for the first time ever into the club for 30 years, we have to be grateful,” Mr Drinnan said. “But we started off with four

lit courts and now we only get three. “It was all Atherton Tennis Club members money that put those lights in.” “If we can get something in writing that says at the moment, this is a stop gap measure, we will be extremely happy with that, but we still feel that they owe us to have all our courts under lights.” The Atherton Tennis Club held a meeting with TRC yesterday, (Tuesday, March 30) to further discuss this issue moving forward.

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THE Lotus Glen Correctional facility at Arriga, outside Mareeba, is well known to locals and unless you’ve been a corrections officer or a prisoner, only a lucky few have seen what it’s like behind bars. Last week, Phil Brandel from The Express Newspaper, was given unprecedented access to have a look inside the Lotus Glen facility. The first thing I noticed at Lotus Glen was the security. I realised that being taken on a tour of a jail was going to be secure, but I didn’t realise it was going to be that secure. Not only did I have to sign in, but I also had my fingertips electronically scanned by a machine straight from the Star Trek

bridge, which would be used to get me in and out of the main buildings. I also had to list everything that I was taking in including my digital camera, license, Mp3 recorder and my keys. After checking into the visitors building, I was then escorted into the main entrance, where I got x- rayed and my camera was searched. It was around this time that they discovered a USB that I hadn’t declared. After a few tense minutes of backwards and forwards questioning, I was allowed to go past the main gate and into a giant air lock. From here I was escorted by several prison staff the entire way around the jail. All the

doors must be opened by a person watching you on video. There are no keys or locks, the image of a warden walking around with a large ring full of keys is the stuff of movies. On the day of my visit Lotus Glen was holding 1,120 prisoners. Once inside Lotus Glen I was actually surprised at how friendly everybody was, every prisoner or officer I walked past said hello. Every staff member that I asked questions too was more than happy to answer and show me around. Sometimes I forgot I was in a jail, walking around the grounds surrounded by cyclone fencing had the feel of a modern high school rather than a jail. It’s not

until you see the razor wire or hear the guard dogs barking that you remember you’re in a jail. All the prisoners wear green clothing and thongs, they also have access to white sneakers with velcro (no laces).” Lotus Glen is its own little town, it has its own industrial laundry that does the laundry for the Atherton Hospital, a material/upholstery shop that covers mattresses and pillows and the odd piece of furniture. There’s also woodwork and metal work rooms, as well as a kitchen, medical and dental facilities and some general maintenance workshops. There are also three different areas to the jail, low security, which is the Lotus Glen farm,

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the bars residential security which is the main jail where prisoners can roam the grounds and get jobs in the above workshops or study, and then there is high security where the prisoners are not allowed out except for some fresh air in their exercise yard which is about half the size of a tennis court. The only part I was not allowed in was the high security section. The other thing I noticed was that everything was gray, the walls, the concrete, the fences everything. The only thing to break up the colour was the olive-green uniforms of the prisoners and the grass. The gardens are immaculate and are taken care of by prisoners from the farm. I was surprised at how jovial all the prisoners were, there was laughter amongst themselves. Most times I could have been on a tour of a factory anywhere in Queensland. The other surprising thing was how many people work at the Jail, everything from corrective services prisoners, to

accountants, admin, even trade qualified builders and metal workers. The Jail has over 400 full time employees. All meals are made in the house kitchen which is one of the most prized places to get work, as its air conditioned and you don’t walk out at the end of the day with a mouth full of dust. They make more than 3600 meals a day and this includes meals for the prisoners and staff. Prisoners are fed their meals in plastic containers and the servings weren’t huge. One prison officer said that the meals were calorie and nutrient controlled and when most prisoners left Lotus Glen after a lengthy stay, their old clothes no longer fitted them. The laundry has that distinctive dry cleaner smell, and it is the only industrial laundry on the Tablelands which is COVID approved, so the jail handles most of the laundry for the Atherton Hospital and the local hotels and B&Bs. In the residential security section, there are units with

four sections (two up and two down) as you walk into these sections there is a common area and that leads off to five other rooms, these are the prisoner’s bedrooms. Some of them have a double bunk, some sleep alone – I’m guessing there is some sort of pecking order. While I couldn’t get close to the high security section, I could see about six to 10 hard men walking backwards and forward in a small exercise yard. It reminded me of caged animals at the zoo doing laps of their enclosure to while away the boredom. Seeing all the security measures in place I can’t even imagine the creative ways that people smuggle contraband in, or how to escape. There hasn’t been an escape from a Queensland High security prison since Brendon Abbott in 1997. Yes there are TV’s and a recreation room and fresh food, but this is not the sort of place that anyone would choose to stay. I’m not sure if that was my paranoia or because I was being

escorted everywhere by big men but there is a sense of danger in the air. All you need to do is take a short walk and you realise you can’t go very far; in fact you need permission to go anywhere. You’re under constant video surveillance, there is no privacy and there is fencing and razor wire everywhere to remind where you are. I’m not sure how it effects a person being under lock and key for a long time, thanks but no thanks. Understandably the security was doubly strong leaving, again I had to have everything scanned including my digital fingerprints in an enclosed Tardis like machine. Walking outside the sun seemed to shine brighter and the air seemed cleaner. It was like all the pressure and danger vanished. Maybe we need to start taking troubled youth through the jail as a deterrent.

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JOBS GALORE: Commissioner Peter Martin and Lotus Glen General Manager, Gabrielle Payne announced that more than 100 new jobs will be available at the Lotus Glen Correctional Centre.

QUEENSLAND Corrective Services (QCS) is looking for more than 100 locals to fill jobs at the Lotus Glan Correctional Centre in the coming months. Newly appointed General Manager at Lotus Glen, Gabrielle Payne said QCS was looking for locals with good communication skills and a desire to make FNQ a safer place. “The positions at Lotus Glen Correctional Centre range from Custodial Corrections Officers through to offender manage-

ment, sentence management and administrative support officers,” she said. “Many people are unaware of the career paths and opportunities that QCS offers. We have offices and centres across the length and breadth of the state, offering our officers a diverse range of opportunities and lifestyles. “There are extensive opportunities for progression and diversity of work.” Ms Payne said that the per-

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manent, fulltime jobs will be a significant economic boost to the Mareeba and Tablelands community. “We are encouraging locals to take a look inside to see if a career in QCS might be for them. We have 101 positions available right now for locals, with paid training commencing shortly for the successful candidates,” she said. “One of the advantages of Lotus Glen is that officers are trained in the centre where they will be working, rather than having to travel to Brisbane for the 10-week course. By the time they graduate and are ready to join the front line of public safety, they are familiar with the workings of the prison.” Ms Payne said one of the biggest advantages of a career with QCS was the work life balance. “Custodial officers work 12hour shifts, so they only work three days a week and then have the rest of the week off which is great for work life balance,” she said. “It’s perfect for people who want to increase their quality of life or lifestyle. You can basically work part time and be on fulltime pay. “No formal qualifications are

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TWO new murals have been put up on the fence at Arnold Park in Mareeba in the hope of reducing graffiti and anti-social behaviour. The aim of the mural project was to engage local youths with Cairns artist, Daniel “Wally” Wallwork, during the last week of the January school holidays. The two colourful murals have been erected on the Mareeba Police Station timber fence that

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faces into Arnold Park. Local youths were asked for their ideas for the two panels, and they decided on the words ‘Connect’ and ‘Family’. The words were chosen as the participants decided that’s what had become important during the previous months with the COVID pandemic and how their normal way of life changed. PCYC Mareeba branch manager Sergeant Mary-Anne West said the two panels added to and enhanced the existing street style of art that currently adorns the timber fence at Arnold Park. “Along with the two murals, local youth decorated and took home a baseball cap using spray-painting materials and they loved this activity,” she

said. “Each day they had snacks, a sausage sizzle, toasted sandwiches, and other treats, with bread and bakery products donated from Brumby’s Bakery Mareeba. “At the end of each spraypainting activity the group stayed on at Arnold Park and participated with PCYC Indigenous Community Sport and Recreation officers in ball games including basketball, touch football and oz tag to finish off each day.” Mary-Anne said that by engaging youth in the art activities, it was hoped that they had seen some positive outcomes. “It’s hoped that if they can produce the murals it will help decrease anti-social behaviour and unwanted activities such

as graffiti and wilful damage,” she said. “The programs were to educate them in the difference between positive (legal) and negative (illegal/graffiti) art. This leads to increases in ownership of the murals, sense of pride in their community, along with providing a lasting community asset. Putting these murals up stops graffiti on the fence. The existing murals have been there for over five years and they haven’t been touched.” This is the third mural activity the PCYC has been engaged in, the two other murals are in the laneway between Rivers Clothing and Furious Fitness on Byrnes Street and on wall at the Cricket Club building at Firth Park.

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MORE than 500 Queensland community groups are set to benefit from more than $12.7 million in funding from the latest round of Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF) grants. Successful organisations can use their funding to purchase new items such as sporting equipment, upgrade websites, to host events or develop education programs. Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Shannon Fentiman today announced the successful organisations and opened the latest round of grants for application. “Our not-for-profit organisations are the heart and soul of Queensland communities,” Minister Fentiman said. “These grants will help these hard-working groups continue and build on their work and help deliver relevant services to our locals. “Local businesses and suppliers are set to benefit too as many of our community groups turn to them to purchase equipment, and for building services giving a much-needed boost to our economy, especially in regional Queensland.” Minister Fentiman said local families and community

members are benefiting from the welcomed boost to our local sporting clubs, P&Cs, PCYCs, and other not-for-profit groups that these grants provide. “We’ve also funded initiatives to encourage children to attend school more often by making transport more accessible; for equestrian activities for people with a disability, including competition and therapeutic recovery; to provide meals to vulnerable people, and to support youth mental health,” he said. “If you belong to a not-forprofit group and have a need for funding for an item or project between $500 and $35,000, I encourage you to go online and apply for the next round of funding.” Locally some of the recipients from the latest round of found include: The Yungaburra bowls club who received 30,000 for the purchase of a cold room. Atherton Bowls Club was given $12,536.70 to install reverse cycle air conditioning. The Atherton International Club has $28,355 to upgrade the building, while the Dimbulah Bowls Club was awarded $15,000 to upgrade their bar. Mareeba State High School

Parents and Citizens Association received $19,600 for the installation of security roller doors. The Mareeba and District Pony Club will use their funding of $8,000 to purchase a trailer and the Mareeba Turf Club will use their $25,448 for construction of toilets at the club. President of the Mareeba Turf Club, Alex Malliff said the new funds would be used to build a new toilet block. “We are going to be providing disabled toilets to our patrons and visitors, which is something we have not had in the past and it just makes us a more inclusive club,” he said. “Without this grant we would not have been able to afford to put these toilets in. “We put in a wishlist of things we wanted, and that was right at the top of the list and we are very happy that we have received the grant.” Alex said they are now awaiting on council approvals before they can start building. To view the full list of recipients from Round 107 or apply for Round 109 visit www. justice.qld.gov.au/grants

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Unused hall on chopping block in TRC The Yungaburra memorial Hall which has been used once in the past 12 months.

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Atherton Show secures QLD innovation award NEARLY a year ago events were being cancelled left right and centre, but the Atherton Show was downgraded to something smaller and simpler, a decision that got them a runner up innovation award. At the recent 2021 Queensland Show Awards in Roma the Atherton Tableland Agricultural Society was runner up in the Best Innovation of a Local Event Award for their pop-up show in 2020. The pop-up show was born from the ashes of their cancelled 2020 Atherton Show, the committee made the de-

IN the continuing pursuit to rid itself of unused assets the Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) has started discussions about what to do with the Yungaburra Memorial Hall. According to council documents, “The TRC is undertaking a review of its facilities asset portfolio to ensure provision of fit for purpose services to the community and improve facility utilisation. Through this review TRC officers have identified that the Yungaburra Memorial Hall is underutilised, potentially not fit for purpose, and could be disposed of with possibly limited to no impact on the community.” Currently, there are two public halls available to hire in Yungaburra, with the Yungaburra Community Hall on Cedar Street and the Yungaburra Memorial Hall on Barrine Road. The halls are located approximately 600 metres from each other and according to council “The Community Hall is better

utilised, having larger capacity and greater functionality (i.e. equipped with a kitchen, bar, stage and an open area for events). The Memorial Hall only has a kitchenette and much less capacity.” The Memorial Hall has only been hired once in the past 12 months while council has paid approximately $16,000 annually for its upkeep and insurance. Last Thursday Council voted to start community consultation in relation to the disposal of the Yungaburra Memorial hall and if no significant objections were raised, council would then seek tenders for the removal or the demolition of the hall. Council officers said their objective was to remove the Memorial hall from the site rather than demolishing it, but if the tender were unsuccessful council officers would recommend demolition of the hall. A council spokesperson said ♥ community consultation will begin soon.

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they’ve held the Best Innovation of a Local Event award. “To know that your appreciated and people like what you do, we were all over the moon.” The Atherton Show Society was proud to be picked out of a pool of over 100 shows in Queensland for the award. Although their new popup show scored them some points the Atherton Show Society is looking forward to bringing the full-scale Atherton Show back, bigger and better.

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Start Up Tablelands co-founder steps back DUE to health concerns, cofounder of Startup and Innovation Tablelands (STIT), Christine Doan will be stepping back from her role as co-chair and instead she will continue in an “elder’s” role as Honorary Chair. Christine said the original founders were inspired by Troy Haines at The SPACE Cairns to bring something new to the Tablelands. “Six years later, STIT continues firmly on a path of discovery of local applications for cutting edge innovations in business,” she said. “We have transitioned out of teaching conventional start-up techniques as there are many

excellent government funded options. “STIT has moved forward toward new opportunities since our community is now well served with lean methodology education online or from other regional entities which have more recently sprung up.” Now as STIT moves into its seventh year Christine said that they are providing various opportunities for everyone in the region to experience and learn about transformational technology. “Startup Tablelands along with the Tablelands Business Hub continues to be the space for dynamic, enthusiastic and free-thinking people to grow themselves and their entrepre-

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neurial ideas.” “Our mission has always been to provide quality learning opportunities in hard and soft skills to help new and established enterprises and entrepreneurs who want to grow and thrive and facilitate collaboration, mentoring, and knowledge and skills sharing.” Christine said that leaves STIT to move into areas closer to the forward edge of enterprise and social enterprise. “Today we look forward to innovating through work on: Low code/no code, holistic support, blended meetings, deep collaboration and transformative technology,” said Christine. Seamus Campbell has been announced as Christine’s replacement and the new as Chair of Start-up Tablelands. Visit www.startuptablelands.org for more information.

New Chair Seamus Campbell and with outgoing chair Christine Doan at the Tablelands Business Hub in Atherton.

Opportunity for students to learn on the sea School students are now able to get a hands-on reef learning experience due to the Queensland Governments new Great Barrier Reef Education Experience Program. Set to run over three years the $1 million program will enable students to trade the four walls of their classroom for the open ocean. Up to $150 will be provided to eligible students for them to use, it can be used for expenses such as travel, accommodation,

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or a Great Barrier Reef expedition. Member for Barron River Craig Crawford said the program will give kids the learning experience of a lifetime. “The program not only helps our local tourism industry but also lets primary and secondary students to get out into the field for school curriculum activities including reef biodiversity and science,” he said. “Helping young Queenslanders to explore the wonders

of the Great Barrier Reef puts money in the pockets of reef tour operators and builds knowledge for the next generation.” The Great Barrier Reef Education Experience Program has been welcomed by Gareth Phillips, CEO Association of Marine Park Tourism Operators. “The Great Barrier Reef Marine Tourism Industry has been delivering educational experiences for many years and this subsidy will help schools to get access to these education pro-

grams,” he said. “This will provide pupils with a greater understanding of the complexities of the Great Barrier Reef and inspire them further.” Email tourism@dtis.qld. gov.au to register your school for the program and receive updates on its progress. The program will commence at the start of Term 3, July 12, and will include areas between Cooktown and Bundaberg for reef exploration.

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Changes to services over Easter holidays Mareeba Rotarians Kevin Davies and Mareeba Lopez are looking forward to 2021 and the events it will bring.

Local groups set for year of events THE 2021 calendar is set to be full to the brim with community groups like Lions and Rotary already in full planning mode. After a year of cancelled events last year, the groups are looking forward to getting out and into the community hosting events and bringing people back together. Mareeba Lions is already preparing for their 2021 Metrogaine in Mareeba which will see teams darting in and around Mareeba competing against each other, and the clock. There are also plans in the works for a Pink Ribbon Day celebration now that the Mareeba Lioness Club has dis-

banded and plans for Christmas in July if there is an influx of grey nomads. Mareeba Rotary has already put their best foot forward collaborating with Comedy Tours to bring a sunset Skybury tour on Wednesday, March 31. “It will be good to get back out there, this is the first steppingstone for the year,” Mareeba Rotary President Maree Lopez said. The 2021 Field Days have been in the works since last year and Mrs Lopez is excited for this year’s event at the end of May. “It’s wonderful to get back out planning and hosting events because that’s what

we’re here for,” she said. “Building those relationships and fundraising for good causes.” Groups in the southern Tablelands have not fallen behind as Atherton Rotary has had its 2021 planner out and has already started writing. Atherton Rotary President Michael Brzozowski said that the club has experienced nearly a 20 percent increase in membership. “Were looking to involve a lot more people from the new generation, that 30 to 40 age bracket that are looking to do something and help society and finding that Rotary is a good avenue,” he said. “It’s just bubbling at the

moment we are excited about the new memberships getting the younger generation involved. “We are very excited for the year to come.” Atherton Rotary and Mareeba Rotary will be hosting the Rotary FNQ Field Days at the Mareeba Rodeo Grounds from May 26-28. A walk for mental health is on the cards for Atherton Rotary as they plan a trek through the Atherton area to raise money for mental health. “It’s all about mental health, trying to keep people strong and get things happening,” Mr Brzozowski said.

CHANGES to payments and services for Centrelink, Medicare and Child Support customers can be expected over the Easter Holiday period with changed trading hours. All service centres and most phone lines connected to Centrelink, Medicare and Child Support services will be closed on Friday April 2 and resume on Monday, April 5. Services Australian General Manager Hank Jongen said selfservice options would continue to be available during this period. “You can use myGov on public holidays to apply for an advance payment, update details, lodge Medicare claims and report your employment income,” he said. “The dates you need to report to us may have changed because

of the Easter public holidays, if you’re due to report, you can do this early and tell us what you expect to be paid for your assessment period. “If you report after your assessment period, we’ll pay you after you report to us. If you make a mistake, you can correct your estimate within 14 days, or when you next report.” There are no changes to Child Support arrangements however payments made after Thursday, April 1 may be delayed as financial institutions close for the public holidays. People can continue to claim Medicare benefits at their doctor’s office or using self-service, critical services for Medicare providers such as organ donor and PBS authorities will remain available.

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Hon Bob Katter MP Federal Member for Kennedy Back the “Bridle Track”

Pictured with: Ron Reddicliffe, Tuxworth and Woods Carriers owner-driver Simon Tuxworth, Former Senator Len Harris & William Lamont.

The ongoing issues with the Barron River Bridge leaves us with no alternative but to build the Bridle Track, otherwise known as the proposed Reddicliffe Highway. It will start on the eastern side of Davies Creek Bridge on the Kennedy Highway and has a gradual and smooth descent down to Cairns where a tunnel will see traffic pop out a kilometre and a half from the Cairns CBD onto Reservoir Road.

Solar power on the rise

NEW Data has revealed that renewables provided six times more power than gas last summer, with gas generation falling almost 40 percent compared to last year. “Renewables are out-competing gas power stations, even in the hottest months when electricity demand is usually highest,” said Climate Council senior researcher, Tim Baxter. “Our existing gas power stations are struggling to compete with clean, reliable and affordable renewable energy and storage,” he said. “Gas is a polluting and expensive fossil fuel that’s on the way out and has no role to play in our economic recovery. It’s driving up household power prices, and prices for our manufacturing industries, putting the sector at risk,” said Mr Baxter. Nationally, gas power stations provided just 5 percent of the electricity in the National Electricity Market (NEM) over summer. With gas generation declining for six out of the last seven summers.

Overall electricity demand fell by 4% this summer compared to the summer of 2019/20 In Queensland 17.4 per cent of energy was supplied by renewables whereas gas only accounted for 8.6 per cent of power generated over the summer 2020/21. Owner of Outback Solar, Cameron De Lai said there were many benefits of going solar. “There’s a few STC rebates for people who live in FNQ, it all depends on how many panels you put on your roof,” he said. “Some of the other benefits also include cash back schemes and feed in tariffs, which is where you put energy into the grid, and you can get credits on that from the power company. “It is possible to put more power back into the grid than you use and that way your electricity could be free.” Cameron said that with the right system and batteries and household usage some people could be in constant credit with the energy companies. “If you use most of your power during the day, while the

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sun is out, it will save you buying energy off Ergon.” Cameron said the newest trend was batteries, which were still coming down in price as they became more common. “The good thing about the batteries is that you can make and store power during the day and then use that power at night,” he said. “With hybrid systems, during the day the solar power will feed whatever power your using, then it will recharge the battery and then anything left over goes back into the grid. “Batteries can also help out during blackouts.” For an area that is famous for 300 sunny days per year the Far North is one of the leading areas for putting power back in the grid. “Solar power can still keep converting to power even on cloudy days it all depends on the density of the cloud cover,” Cameron said.

Fresh Street Market IGA in Atherton was awarded the Fresh Produce of the Year Award for 2021.

FRESH Street Market IGA in Atherton has once again been awarded for their fresh produce at the IGA Queensland Conference and Awards night and gala at Hamilton Island. Receiving the Fresh Produce of the Year Award for 2021 has

Local art set for display LOCAL art group, the Yungaburra Village Artists (YVA), are getting set for their yearly exhibition at the Tablelands Regional Gallery. The annual Exhibition features artwork by local artists in a diverse range of genres and

given the store state-wide recognition. People and Partnership Manager Matt Bowles said they are grateful to win the award being a small-town grocer. “We were nominated for awards across every department

as well as for ‘Store of the Year’ so we are pretty grateful for the recognition we have received for the work our team does,” he said. “With new stores popping up everywhere it was stiff competition we are pretty happy to come away with the Produce Award and are excited to head off to the National Awards in July.” “The team at Fresh Street has great pride in supporting local and stocking majority fresh produce from the surrounding farms in the Tablelands, “We try and stock as much local fresh produce all year round in our store as we are very proud and passionate about providing local food,” Mr Bowles said. “We always tried to get stuck into the season and bring in as much in season food as possible.” Mr Bowles will be going to the National Awards this coming July in the hopes to receive the Fresh Produce award for the whole of Australia.

YVA artist Jane Williams with one of her paintings.

media, with 13 artists exhibiting their work, all pieces are available to buy. The art works will be on display for the whole month of April at the Tableland Regional Gallery in Robert Street, Atherton.

The official opening is on Friday, April 9 from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. RSVP is compulsory. To attend contact the Galleries Officer on 4089 2391 or email tablelands@trc.qld.gov.au

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Nate to become face of Brain Cancer Awareness Month BY RHYS THOMAS

Mareeba’s Nate Moule who passed away in 2020 has become one of the faces of Brain Cancer Awareness Month in May.

LATE last year, Mareeba was shocked by the passing of one of its smallest, kindest and bravest residents, Nate Moule. Nate had been battling brain cancer since his diagnosis in October 2018, enduring regular trips to Sydney visiting world-renowned neurosurgeon, Dr Charlie Teo. Four months on from his passing Nate has been honoured as one of the faces of Brain Cancer Awareness Month in May. Despite fighting a malignant brain tumour for over three years Nate only spent 13 nights in hospital undergoing surgery. Nate’s mother, Katie Moule, was overwhelmed when asked by the Charlie Teo Foundation for Nate to be one of the faces of Brain Cancer Awareness Month. “I was really overwhelmed because I thought our story didn’t have such a happy ending,” she said. “It was very much an honour to be asked, it was lovely. “We need to find a cure and Charlie leads the way in thinking outside the box.” Dr Teo was not only Nate’s doctor but also his friend as a special bond grew between them in the years they knew each other. When news of Nates

passing reached Dr Teo, he reached out to Katie with a heartfelt message that really showcased his relationship with Nate. “Nate was a beautiful soul who lived far too short a life, he brought joy and inspiration to all those who were privileged enough to cross his colorful path,” Dr Teo said. “Nate experienced more love, joy and warmth from you than most people would experience in a lifetime and that his immortality will lie in memories that he has created in everyone that knew him. “Your efforts and yours alone kept Nate alive, with amazing quality of life for longer than any child in the history of medicine with such an aggressive cancer.” When Nate passed last December Katie asked people to send donations to the Charlie Teo Foundation in leu of cards and flowers to the family. This act resulted in the single biggest donation drive through Facebook ever for the Charlie Teo Foundation raising over $10,000. To raise money in memory of Nate and in support of the kids battling brain cancer, Katie along with friends and family will be fundraising throughout the latter half of April until May with all funds going towards the Charlie Teo Foundation.

Local artist Rob Mian with some of his artwork on display. PHOTO SUPPLIED BY TRC.

Calling all artists The Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) is inviting expressions of interest (EOIs) for 2022 exhibitions in their three galleries. Councillor Peter Hodge said that groups and individuals can apply to exhibit in the Tableland’s Regional Gallery, the Old Post Office Gallery, or the Foyer Gallery. “We’re keen to see EOIs from new individuals and groups, and we encourage artists from outside our region, as well as locals, to apply,” he said. “Exhibition, gallery and application information are available on our website, and expressions of interest must be received by 5pm on Friday, April 30.” Artist Rob Mian who has lived on the Tablelands for 30 years believes artists should exhibit to share their vision and creative energy with others. “I have held at least a dozen solo and group exhibitions in

TRC galleries, and also exhibited in Brisbane, Townsville and in various galleries in Cairns,” he said. “Exhibiting in a gallery is important to artists, especially those who work alone in studios. “It allows them to review their body of work in a public space, engage with the public and get valuable feedback.” Rob said local exhibitions are a great opportunity for artists to network with like-minded people and for them to feel validated regardless of saleability. “Being an artist can be difficult at times, it requires energy dedication and ongoing passion,” he said. “Despite this, the creative journey is wonderful and there is always something new to learn, investigate and share.” To register or for more information go to www.trc.qld.gov. au/lifestyle-leisure/arts-andculture

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Our Council Our Community Exhibit in a TRC Gallery in 2022

Projects & Programs Update

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We’re inviting expressions of interest (EOIs) for 2022 exhibitions in our three galleries. More information and applications are available at trc.qld.gov.au. EOIs close 5pm Friday 30 April.

Follow our project updates at trc.qld.gov.au. Weather permitting, the following projects and programs will commence, continue and/or be completed in April:

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See the Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art Children’s Art Centre’s free touring program Now is the Time Kids on Tour at the Tableland Regional Gallery Tuesday 6 – Sunday 18 April. Opening times and more information are available at trc.qld.gov.au.

The Yungaburra Triathlon is on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 April 2021. Head to yungaburratriathlon.org to register to race, put your hand up to help out, and get all the details about road closures and race distances.

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Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Applications for funding for local arts, cultural development, heritage projects, professional training, skills development and workshops is open until Monday 12 April 2021. Quick response small grants are availale at any time. Find more details and forms at trc.qld.gov.au.

HR Help For Businesses We’re running a series of free one-hour workshops to help navigate the human resources landscape. HR — The Good, The Bad and the Ugly will help you recruit right, avoid industrial relations pitfalls, establish good practices and find information and help. Head to trc.qld.gov.au for dates and to register.

Yungaburra VIC Needs You The team at the Yungaburra Visitor Information Centre is looking for volunteers to donate a few hours a week to the centre. Meet the friendly team and find out more at 9.30am on Monday 12 April at Coffee and Clay. RSVP to yungaburravic@trc.gov.qld.au or 1300 366 361 before Thursday 8 April.

Startup Tablelands Events & Workshops Ignite Your Passion Even Further 4.00–5.30pm Thursday 1 April Grow Your Audience & Generate Income 10am–1pm Saturday 10 April Collabor8 #1 9am–1pm Saturday 24 April Fortnightly Zoom Catchups 12.30pm every Friday Visit startuptablelands.org for details, prices, links and to register.

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Council calls on locals to keep Shire clean MAREEBA Shire Council (MSC) has launched a campaign to crack down on illegal rubbish dumping across the shire. Council will be targeting known illegal dumping hotspots over the coming weeks and drive a community awareness campaign in a bid to keep the shire clean. Signage will be installed at key locations to promote doing the right thing with rubbish, animals native to the shire will be displayed with messages

of thanks for keeping the shire clean. MSC Mayor Angela Toppin said it is important to report any acts of illegal dumping to authorities. “We are very proud of our communities and we want to look after our natural assets and wildlife,” she said. “Dumping waste in the environment rather than disposing of it in the correct way is illegal and unsightly and can also be harmful to our environment.”

Mayor Toppin said those caught doing the wrong thig can and will be faced with hefty fines. “Illegal dumping is against the law and there are penalties in place for those found to be doing the wrong thing,” she said. “If we don’t know when and where it’s happening, we cannot act on it, so please report it.” To report illegal dumping call MSC on 1300 308 461 or 13 QGOV (13 74 68).

KEEP IT CLEAN: As part of a new campaign targeting illegal dumping the Mareeba Shire Council will be erecting signs across the Shire.

Malanda Landcare back for 2021

An open letter to Premier Palaszczuk

Please don’t kill off Queensland’s independent newspaper revival. Dear Premier Palaszczuk,

At a time when the Queensland government should be celebrating and supporting the strong revival of independent newspapers currently underway in our state, it appears you’re trying to kill it off.

There are now more independent regional newspaper publishers in Queensland than there has been in decades, with new papers emerging to fill the void left by closures made by News Corp.

But the new law proposed by your government threatens that resurgence and the greatly improved news media diversity it has brought to regional Queensland.

The ictorian government has recenty committed an e+tra . . million to an already healthy budget for regional newspaper advertising in that state, so why woud you consider passing a law that will cut even further the relatively tiny support the Queensland government provides to regional independent newspapers?

Rod Walker and Kerry Kelly enjoyed the recent Malanda Landcare working bee.

THE Malanda Landcare group has kicked off 2021 with a working bee on Tuesday, March 16 and with slight boost in membership. Returning to the site where work commenced just over a year ago, they are persisting with their efforts to clear the infestation of cherry guava from the rainforest floor downstream from the Elinjaa Falls waterhole. Malanda Landcare President Peter Arnold-Nott said as well as enjoying the help from some new members, the task has been made quicker and more effec-

tive by the purchase of a pair of Tree Popper tools, with a contribution from the Tablelands Regional Council through the TRC Community Grant Program. “The Tablelands Regional Council has been very supportive of our project at the Elinjaa Falls Visitor Area,” he said. “They have provided financial assistance for our Tree Poppers, and they have also assisted in the disposal of the large piles of cherry guava saplings that we have been removing from the forest. “Elinjaa Falls is a really stunning place and thousands of

tourists visit the site every year, it’s nice to think we can assist in returning the area to better health.” The group plans to begin formally collecting data to measure the effect their work is having on the area in the hope that this will help determine the most effective and long-lasting method of clearing the infestation. The next working bee will commence at 9am on Thursday, April 29 at the Elinjaa Falls Carpark for more information phone Andrew on 0419 476 736 or Peter on 0457 845 028.

Why do you want to funnel more state government advertising away from locally owned and independent newspaper publishers providing a critical service to regional Queenslanders to digital news sites owned predominately by global news corporations already bolstered by new deals with by big tech monopolies Facebook and Google.

The law would also be a massive blow to government transparency, with important notices such as mining lease approvals and amendments to land use only being published on government websites away from public gaze instead of being printed in local newspapers, as currently re$uired by law.

Premier, the resurgence of local independent regional newspapers currently underway in Queensland is a great thing for our state - please don’t kill it off.

Sincerely,

Phill Le Petit President, QCPA.

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Old fire truck gets new lease of life

A FIRE truck that saw duty in Cairns over three decades has been restored to its former glory. The 76-year-old truck was stripped back to bare metal, relieved of some major dents, painted in her original ‘fire engine red’ and is now ready to re-enter service at the Historic Village Herberton. Historic Village Herberton owners, Craig and Connie Kimberley, said the 1945 Dennis Fire Engine had been restored when it first arrived at the Village in 2013, but this latest makeover took it back to how it would have appeared on the streets more than 70 years ago. “It is wonderful to be able restore this old fire truck, preserving an important piece of local history,” Craig said. Back in the 1940s, the ability of the Cairns Fire Brigade to quickly extinguish fires improved immediately when this

Dennis Fire Engine from England was added to its fleet, the original hoses and fittings are all still on the truck. Atherton Tablelands panel beater and spray painter, Zac Jarman of Dog House Industry had the task of stripping the truck back to bare metal, removing the bigger dents and priming and repainting it in its original shade of red paint. “The reps at JKW Allpaints Cairns did a lot of research to find the original colour code for the paint,” Zac said. “It is coach built with timber interiors and steel folded over the timber. I found a lot of markings that people had stamped into it. I tried to keep them as best I could. It was interesting to see the weld marks and the old school workmanship that had gone into it. “They wanted to keep it original, so I just took out the

Roadhouse open for business with new look BY SALLY TURLEY AFTER nine years of commuting the 263 bends of the Gillies Range road twice a day, Alli Fielding of Lake Barrine, decided to look around for a project a little closer to home. She found the Altitude Cafe at the corner of Lake Eacham road and the Gillies Range, bought it five weeks ago and has been busy renovating it ever since. Driving past the site over the last few weeks, it has looked like one constant party going on. But Alli said she has had just about every kind of tradesman working on the building. She has completely gutted the interior, repainted the whole place and refurbished the kitchen, with the help of local painters, builders, gardeners, cabinet makers and electricians. No stranger to the food business, Ms Fielding owns two Longevity restaurants in Cairns. Renowned for their healthy menus, the Cairns Central and Smithfield stores specialise in

tasty and affordable food and pure fruit juices made from ethically sourced local produce. Her new cafe, which she has renamed ‘The Gillies, Moments into Memories’ will be open seven days a week from 6am to 4pm. Alli Fielding says she is hoping to provide commuters with a hot brekky or just a coffee and roll to help get them down the hill each morning and an atmosphere where diners can sit a while and take a moment to relax. She now has a BYO license and is looking forward to weekenders dropping in for brunch or lunch and a glass of wine after spending time swimming or walking around the lakes nearby. There will be gluten free and vegan options, acai bowls of fruit and coconut yoghurt for breakfast, paninis, salads and home made cakes cooked in house, but the menu will be kept fairly broad to suit the situation. The one main point of differ-

big dents and left the small ones, there are a few knuckle marks in the doors so we left them” Zac’s next makeover project for the Village will be a 1937 Bedford Fire Truck from Ravenshoe. But for now, the restored Dennis Fire Truck is having all its brass polished in house before it goes on display this month. Zac’s father, Mark Jarman, is the official starter at the Historic Village Herberton. “I maintain all the machines in the village and talk to the guests about the history of the old machines that I start – everything from motorcycles to tractors,” he said. “Do they think I have the best job in the world? They do, and I have.” For more information go to www.historicvillageherberton. com.au

Craig Kimberley with starter Mark Jarman and the freshly painted Dennis Fire Engine now on display at the Historic Village Herberton.

New owner of The Gillies, Alli Fielding and her right hand man, cook and "Mr Wonderful," Leon Duff have spearheaded the five week redevelopment of the cafe which opened for business last week.

ence will be a baked potato machine, front of house, offering something not sold elsewhere – perfectly baked potatoes with toppings of choice. The Gillies has a function room for parties and family gatherings and catering is available on site. The roadhouse opened last Monday with a staff of nine, but

Ms Fielding is still looking for more cooks, baristas and juniors in order to stay open for the extended hours of trading. She hopes eventually to work with the Vocational Partnership Group to offer work opportunities to disadvantaged applicants. Growing up in the Lake District in the north of England and

living for nine years in Portugal and three years in Vietnam, Ms Fielding has a wide experience of cuisines and cultures. ‘She will be using the roadhouse to showcase the history and uniqueness of the road named after former Queensland premier, William Gillies. The road that was commis-

sioned by the Eacham shire and built using 10,000 pounds of government unemployment scheme funding, was begun in 1922 and had up to 150 men working on it at its peak. It was opened in July 1926 and was initially a one way road controlled by gates top and bottom.

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Are you in a de facto relationship? The answer to this common question is not as simple as you might expect. A person will be considered to be in a de facto relationship if, looking at all the circumstances of the relationship, they have a relationship as a couple and are living together on a “genuine domestic basis”. The most well-known test for determining whether two people are in a de facto relationship, is whether they have been living together as a couple for more than two years. It is important to know that a couple can be living together for less than two years and still be considered to be in a de facto relationship. Most commonly, this happens where the couple have a child together, or have intermingled their finances, such as by purchasing a property together. A lot of people want to avoid being in a de facto relationship because they believe their partner will automatically be entitled to a share of their assets. This is not true.

Charlotte celebrates 100th Birthday BY ELLIE FINK TABLELAND born and raised Charlotte Hastie AOM celebrated her 100th birthday on Friday, March 26. Born in the small community of Kureen just outside of Malanda, Charlotte was the daughter of a train manager, often moving around the Tablelands with her father. She finished her education in grade 8, the ‘scholarship grade’ and moved to Tolga at the early age of 15. Charlotte says that she never had a proper job during her youth as it was not something a lady did. “In my time, a lot of young girls did not work,” she said. “I did do some little work like looking after babies for mothers and doing grades on a peanut.” She married a Tolga man Lenard Hastie, who took her in to live with him in the Queenslander home his grandfather built. Even after the death of her husband, Charlotte lived in the historical Queenslander for 80 years of her life. Charlotte said the secret to living such a long life is simple, you just need to keep busy. “I started the Tolga QCAA and the Historical Society and became the State Vice President for it,” she said. “I love to bake cakes still, so it always keeps me busy!” Even at the age of 100, Charlotte has never felt better saying she still has her head screwed on. “I can still think properly, my vision is okay, and I only need a walking stick to get around but oh boy am I deaf!”

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Hill MP Shane Knuth presenting a JP certificate for 25 years of service to Trevor Wellman.

RAVENSHOE resident Trevor Wellman is continuing to serve the community with his work as a Justice of the Peace (JP) more than 25 years after first becoming qualified. Mr Wellman became a JP on July 6, 1989 while he was working for the public trust office and was required to witness documents. “I didn’t realise at the time how important it was to be a JP and help the community,” Mr Wellman said. “It is an incredible responsibility, and it is nice to help people out from within the community especially during their moments of distress. “We often check forms and make sure that it is all correct. It makes you feel better helping them out.” Mr Wellman moved to Cairns

in 1998 and eventually made his way to Ravenshoe in October, 2012 where he continues to reside and help the community with his JP work. “Becoming a JP, especially if you work in the public sector, is a great benefit and it helps you understand how legal documents work. “I don’t think anyone would regret it and I look forward to continuing to do this work in the future.” Member for Hill Shane Knuth said it was an honour to present the 25-year certificate to Mr Wellman on behalf of the Attorney General while visiting Ravenshoe recently. “The Tablelands needs people like Trevor who do the hard yards and go out of their way to help their community,” Mr Knuth said.

Mareeba secures second TJ Ryan medal ST STEPHEN’S Catholic College (SSCC) in Mareeba has not been left behind by its state school counterpart as Giulia Pilat has received the TJ Ryan Medal alongside Mareeba State High School (MSHS) alumni, Liam Newlands. Only ten TJ Ryan Medals are awarded in the entirety of Queensland and for Mareeba to have two students receive these medals is an outstanding achievement. The medal comes with a $10,000 scholarship spread out over five years, this money is used for expenses associated with pursuing tertiary education such as housing, food and supplies. Giulia graduated from SSCC last year and is currently studying a Bachelor of Medicine at James Cook University Towns-

ville. “I was unsure about what I wanted to do for a while, but in year 11 and 12 I did some work experience and it really motivated me to do medicine in Townsville,” Giulia said. “I am beyond grateful I never expected to get something like this. “To have two people from Mareeba win the medal in the same year is amazing.” Giulia not only received this prestigious medal but was also awarded the College Dux, an academic excellence award, several subject awards and the Amaroo Medical Bursary in her final year of schooling at SSCC. After finishing her studies Giulia hopes to return to a rural area like Mareeba and work, providing services and helping the community.

2020 St Stephen’s Catholic College graduate Gulia Pilat (right) holding the College Dux award that she shared with Aarin Ryan (left) last year.

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40 years in the making IT has been a memorable 40 years since Graeme Ford introduced Mareeba Toyota to the region. Graeme first joined a Mareeba motor dealership in 1975 as sales manager under Percy Hansen. Graeme worked in the business for two years before taking over as dealer principal in 1977. After selling thousands of vehicles and satisfying

many returning customers over four decades, 2020 marked the 40th anniversary of the Toyota dealership in Mareeba after being established in 1980. Graeme and Sue Ford and their staff were recently recognised for their milestone at a special gala event after the original celebration date was cancelled due to COVID disruptions in 2020.

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RACQ reveals change in first car buying habits

Queensland brings written-off vehicles into line LAWS governing repair standards for written-off vehicles will be updated to reduce the number of unsafe vehicles on Queensland roads. The changes, which come into effect in 2022, will bring Queensland into line with other states. The Written-off Vehicle Scheme was developed as part of a national initiative to ensure written-off vehicles being re-registered for sale do not contain stolen parts. Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said the changes would improve safety and increase consumer protection for Queenslanders buying second-hand vehicles. "Preventing substandard repairs and rebirthed vehicles from being on our roads protects the safety of

everyone," Mr Bailey said. "These reforms will help ensure any written-off vehicle that is eligible for reregistration is repaired to the appropriate standard before being allowed back on the road." Mr Bailey said all light and heavy vehicles would be classified against nationally-agreed damage assessment criteria. “These changes focus on improving processes and standards for writtenoff vehicle inspections for light and heavy vehicles and will bring us more into line with other states," he said. “Once classified, the quality of the vehicle re-

pairs and identity requirements for written-off vehicles will be more stringent and comprehensive than the current system. “Light vehicles, which are considered uneconomical to repair, will be categorised as statutory writtenoff vehicles and become ineligible for re-registration. “Vehicles will then only be permitted to be repaired where they meet specific exemption criteria. "We will also introduce a written-off vehicle register for heavy vehicles and implement inspection requirements, consistent with transport agencies around Australia.”

A NEW survey by the State’s peak motoring body has revealed major changes in first car buying behaviour, with young drivers less likely to own a vehicle before they were 25 years old. RACQ’s survey found almost one third of novice drivers delayed purchasing a vehicle despite having a driver licence, an increase of 38.5 percent compared to last year. Club spokesperson Lauren Ritchie said getting a licence and buying a car used to be a rite of passage, but it now appeared less important to drivers under 25. “We know cars are more expensive now than previous years and can be a real barrier for young drivers to make the investment,” Ms Ritchie said. “It costs around $200 per week to own and run a new mid-sized car, for example, which is often why novice drivers opt to purchase cheaper second-hand cars or not to purchase at all.”

Ms Ritchie said the survey also found those who did buy a first car spent on average $7,358 and was around 13.5 years old. “The majority of young people paid for their first vehicle themselves, without financial support,” she said. “Last year there was a noticeable shift towards purchasing SUVs and utility vehicles, which reflects what we saw nation-wide, where around half of all new cars purchased in Australia were

SUVs.” Ms Ritchie urged first time drivers to always aim to buy the safest car they could afford. “The risk of a novice driver being involved in a serious crash is about twice that of an experienced driver, so it is important to choose a car that offers a high level of protection,” she said. “The newer the car, the more safety features they offer as standard.”

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ciation of Queensland (MTA Queensland) has advocated on the importance of fairness when it comes to sharing service and repair information and welcomes the legislation, which will increase opportunities for the 35,000 independent repair businesses around Australia to compete fairly with authorised dealers. MTA Queensland CEO Rod Camm said, “We are extremely happy with this outcome and look forward to the benefits it will provide to MTA Queensland’s mechanical repairers who will now be able to invest in the technical information they need to

service various vehicles and grow their business.” Australian Automotive Dealer Association CEO James Voortman said, “Dealers make huge investments in factory training of their qualified technicians along with having the latest tools, equipment and facilities. Independent repairers who choose to commit to similar levels investment for their customers and are suitably qualified should be entitled to compete with dealers on fair and reasonable grounds and this legislation will give them the chance to do that.”

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We have given a lot of bottles to friends for feedback and tipped a lot of batches down the sink that we weren't happy with,” Ms Barter said. “Then once the recipe was perfected, we had to work on maintaining consistency, so we could be confident return customers would not be disappointed. “It has been very satisfying to have customers come and tell us that it was the “best jam ever – just like their grandmother used to make,” or to hear back from locals who have been told by customers happy with the product, that they “just have to buy it. “We are passionate about our Rosella products, and it is that kind of feedback that makes it so rewarding. “Seedlings need a lot of love and labour to ensure a good crop and that labour continues with the picking, de-seeding, cleaning and cooking of the fruit.

Usually one of us picks while one of us de-seeds. “Darren refers to it as a ‘rum and coke job’ as we usually sit out on the patio of an afternoon, pour a drink and crank up the country music while we work.” Covid brought its own set of problems for FNQ Rosellas. Just as the business was starting to hit its straps, local markets were suspended and sugar, one of their most important ingredients was limited to one packet per customer. “We just do what we can manage and I have more products in the pipeline to diversify our range. The Humpy stocks our products now and it feels like things are starting to take off,” Ms Barter said. Told they would get only 50–80% germination from seed, Monique said they planted over 2000 seeds just in case, only to achieve 95% germination rate. With excess plants everywhere, they decided to start

selling the plants as well as the produce at the markets. “We packaged them in 1 litre planter bags, already primed with seaweed fertiliser and ready to go. It is hard to find Rosella plants and people were so excited. They achieved excellent transplant results and have been ringing us looking for them again this year.” When they were doing their research around growing their Rosella crop, Monique said all the information claimed the plant was virtually bullet proof, but the couple have since found out the hard way that Rosellas are susceptible to rabbits, bugs, ants, aphids, fungus, weather variations and weather events. “We have experienced everything except bushfire in the few years we have been growing them,” Monique quipped. “Our first 1000 seedlings that we planted at Evelyn were cleaned up by the rabbits – there was just sticks left. “We replanted and discovered the climate there was too cold and too windy and not suitable for Rosellas. We shifted to a more sheltered property outside Malanda and a very promising crop of plants there got wiped out by a huge hail storm. “We tried to revive the plants with fertiliser recommended by the retailers only to discover after the plants took a turn for the worse, that regular fertilisers aren't good for natives.” She said the Rosella was an annual plant, which they grew from their own seeds, planted in September and transplanted out into the ground in early November. Plants grow vigorously until they start fruiting in mid January and will continue to grow while bearing, until the end of May. The fruit has to be cut off the plants so as not to damage the stems and dislodge young fruit. Once the mercury starts dropping the plants begin dying and the whole process starts over again. When not busy with their Rosellas, Monique and Darren, who is a builder/concreter by trade, love nothing better than singing and playing together at local pub gigs with the Tablelands Country Music Club. Life doesn’t get much sweeter than that.

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FACED with the prospect of feeding his own Wagyu cross herd, Bill Krieg of Mor Pellets, Malanda, got very curious about optimal nutrition, health and weight gain in cattle. In association with industry nutritionists, he has developed a pellet that replicates as closely as possible, the experience of a beast on natural feed, while still achieving gains of 2kg/head/ day when animals are fed to their body weight requirement. What Tablelanders describe as the 'protein drought,' Mr Krieg sees as the ‘protein flood. “In this high rainfall country, up to 80% of the lush green wet season grass being eaten by cattle is water,” Mr Krieg said. “The protein floods through their systems and out the other end too quickly. We need to slow that process down so they are using all four guts and extracting more goodness from their feed. “Fibre is the answer, because increased fibre will dry up that flood, slow down that process through the gut and get the rumen working properly, which will enable farmers to feed less supplement and still get more return out of their high value country. “Nobody wants their sappy weaners losing weight and going backwards during weaning. Animals on a grain ration will gain weight in the long term after their stomachs have adapted, but will lose weight during that adaption process. “You will notice a cow struggling to eat a high grain content ration because grain consists mainly of non structural carbohydrates and the cattle are using all their saliva to chew their feed leaving negligible amounts for the digestive process. “Their dung will be just a wet splatter and we need to dry that up. The point of difference with this 8mm fibre based pellet is the higher fibre content of up to 45% which mimics a ruminant's natural grass-based

eating experience, delivering 'More value, More naturally' for the customer.” Mr Krieg, who sources nearly all his products locally is using mainly cereal fibres such as wheat straw as the foundation for his cattle feed mix. The hay is hammer milled before being combined with high protein soy bean and wheat grain, molasses, salt, a concentrate mix including rumensin, a bit of raw sugar for energy and a small amount of urea to increase the animals' gut flora. His high protein (16% - 24% crude protein), high digestability, Demanthus legume based horse pellets that offer similar nutritional qualities as lucerne at half the price is starting to gain traction in the local market. The complete diet, cool fuel food is now being sold through TGT Mareeba, Malanda Stock Feeds and Malanda Rural, Innisfail Stockfeeds, Ravenshoe Rural and ROC Stockfeeds, Atherton. Before his entry into the stock-feed production sector, Bill Krieg said he has lived a variety of lives, but the involvement of cattle and some form of agriculture has been the common thread throughout. He grew up on “Glengalla” Station, north west of Richmond before moving to “Benalla” west of Backall in 1990 where he spent 20 years growing merinos and cattle. “We produced some pretty good wool there and set up an irrigation farm and got a contract to supply the sale-yards with hay. We were lucky to get the last free Water License from an artesian bore and struck a 350 megalitre, 38 litre/sec supply that we cooled in ring tanks and gravity fed back out onto flood irrigated Rhodes grass and Leucaena,” Mr Krieg said. He had a dramatic change in direction in 2010 when he moved to the Atherton Tablelands and bought “Lost World,” a 160 acre (65 ha) Tarzali block where he settled in to growing a few steers to sell to the live

export boats, while at the same time harvesting Sandalwood all over the country for a couple of years to supply a Forestry contract. Deciding he needed to produce high value animals to be able to make a living off his smaller area, Mr Krieg made the move into Wagyu beef in 2019. He started a Wagyu Embryo Transfer program with his Droughtmaster cows and once he had the F1 calves weaned, embarked on the 600 day feeding programme needed to finish his cattle. This 'need to feed' led directly to his idea of developing his own pellet making mill. He imported a 240 tonne/ month capacity mill last July, set up business in the Malanda industrial estate and was operational by October. Mr Krieg said he has found a lot of support amongst the smaller operators across the Tablelands and although he describes himself as “not a people person” was suprised at how much he was enjoying the interaction with his customers. That customer base includes a couple of the local animal rescue operations and Bill often has to make custom mixes for older or unwell animals to ensure they are getting the nutrients they need. Mor Pellets offers that flexibility across the board and while they produce a 15 to 21% protein cattle feed range and a 16% protein/10.5 - 11 megajoules of energy horse mix as standard, they can make mixes to order to suit their client's needs. A new mulch pellet for gardens is currently being trialled and is showing promising early results. The pellet is easy to apply, presents no respiratory risks to the user and stops snails from accessing plants. “Gardeners just have to spread the pellets around the base of the plant and add water,” he said. “The pellets swell and provide an effective moisture retention barrier around the plant. Snails are unable to make trails

across the moist mulch surface, so 'no trail, no snail' and because the mulch is in pellet form, there is no dust created while working with the product.” Because it is much cheaper for clients to purchase bulk rather than bagged pellets, Mr Krieg has also been working on developing a modified pod silo with a 300 to 500 kg capacity that he can supply to customers on farm for a small rental fee. He has simply cut the top off a 1 tonne pod, welded another top on which has been fitted with a lid that can receive bulk deliveries and attached a feed chute on the front panel for easy dispensing of feed. Bill Krieg said he has gained a lot of satisfaction from the relationships he has formed and the knowledge he has gained throughout the process of establishing his business and would continue to improve the quality of his product and the ways in which he can deliver it to his customers going forward.

Bill Krieg's Demanthus based Mor Horse pellets, manufactured at his Malanda plant, are gaining in popularity amongst northern horse owners.

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OPINION With Phil Brandel @Philbrandel1

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A house of ill repute OVER the past month we have heard numerous allegations of rape, sexual misconduct and blatant sexism coming from the so-called hall of power – Australia’s Parliament House. It all began with Brittany Higgins, then there was Christian Porter and most recently there were male staffers caught filming themselves engaged in a solo sex act on a female MP’s desk. Not to mention rumors of sex workers being smuggled in, group sex in a prayer room and a group calling themselves the ‘Big Swinging Dicks’. Ask yourself if the above had all happened at a local café or hardware store or supermarket, how long until that business was shut down forever? In a recent press conference PM Scott Morrison said from teary eyes “I need women to stand with me” which was quite ironic because the week before 10,000 women marched on Parliament house hoping to stand with the PM, while he stayed in his office and ignored them. Scomo later said in Parliament that we should all be grateful that the women were not shot. This sort of culture doesn’t just pop up out of nowhere, Scott Morrison has been the PM since 2018 and now he wants women to stand with him. Is it because he doesn’t like the toxic culture inside parliament house or is it because male public servants have been caught in the act, therefore hurting his approval rating? At the same press con-

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ference, the PM attacked another news organisation for having a sexual harassment complaint made by a woman. This later tuned out not to be true. As any PR spin doctor will tell you “The best defence is a good offense.” It seems like politicians from both sides of the house have a story to tell or opinion to share on the above issues, all except one politician. The minister for woman, Maurice Payne has been notably absent in her condemnation of sexual misconduct or rape in her own workplace. Women are abandoning the liberal ranks in droves. First Nicolle Flint stepped down after calling out sexist abuse. Julia Banks spoke about a culture of bullying. Julie Bishop resigned after saying the workplace culture was untenable and former senator Lucy Gichuhi said that the Liberal Party needed to “stop beating up our women”. When you set yourself up as a loving devout Christian who puts his daughters and wife first, but you lead a misogynistic, uncaring, reprehensible, and sexist government, the hypocrisy is mind blowing. So far there has not been one arrest or even one completed investigation from the government into sexual misconduct in the house. Dear PM, the standard you walk past is the standard you accept.

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It’s time to come clean on Barron River bridge Phil Brandel's opinion piece on the poor communication from the government and its bureaucracy to the community regarding the state of the Barron River Bridge at Kuranda serves to highlight the often-experienced disregard that the authorities have for the public. Reported statements made by TMR, MP Craig Crawford and the office of Minister Mark Bailey amount to little more that obfuscation and stalling. Slow drips of information seem to be escaping from their offices over recent weeks to a stage where we now are led to believe that a few welds have deteriorated but are being repaired. This snippet of advice only invites speculation about adjacent or encasing concrete, fittings and general cohesion of the bridge's elements. What have the authorities got to hide and why not release the whole report? Could it be that the repairs being undertaken are a quickfix lowest cost option to eke out a bit more life from the structure? Engineers would have provided the government authority with several remedial options ranging in effectiveness and cost from the lowest to the highest. Which option has been put into effect? How can the public be reassured in the absence of full disclosure? It is an insult to our intelligence for TMR to claim, as has been previously reported in media that the public would not understand the report, even a succinct version that contained clear statements of defects. Are they afraid of a clamour of calls from the community upon them to take a more

costly and effective fix once the truth about the condition of the bridge is revealed? It is about time that they come clean, stop treating us like the proverbial mushrooms and prepare the public for the future, namely a new bridge or alternative route being only two of the possible options. Kerry Linwood ATHERTON

Fall Armyworm invasion hits Australia Like something from another planet, the Fall Armyworm landed on the tip of Cape York from Papua New Guinea one year ago and is already in Victoria, this insect pest can eat through a crop in days and can devour 350 different plants and crops. Fall Armyworm worked its way across the world from Mexico where it devours crops and spread north through the USA and Canada, then through Europe, Africa, Asia, through China and down through Indonesia and PNG to Australia, it could not be stopped by the strongest poisons on the planet, so what can we do? It obviously has built up a resistance to insecticides of all types and we see farmers ploughing in their crops such as Corn and Sorghum in Far North Queensland. Growers I have spoken to say they probably will not set these crops next year, which will be a huge loss to our region in many ways. The big problem seems to be no one can advise farmers what they should set as an alternative crop that the pest will not eat, we need crops our farmers can set and can receive of a fair return for costs. Remember many of these crops are to feed the animals we eat every day from the supermarkets and shops, while others are for making the

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many foods, we enjoy every day in our normal diet. Unfortunately, there seems to be a ‘Three Wise Monkey’ attitude to this Fall Armyworm Pandemic with a Trump like, don’t worry they might just go away, it is all ok, all ok, trust me. Personally, I am concerned by all the extra deadly poisons being sprayed and what that will mean to our wildlife, soils, frogs, small birds and levels of toxins in the food we eat every day plus what that will do to our children in their future… are you concerned because you should be my friend. Grahame West RAVENSHOE

Return to the Australian way of life It is quite clear to me, that the ‘Woke Culture’ and its supporters will destroy our civilisation if we continue to appease them. We have built a wonderful country by following Judeo-Christian principles and if we are to continue, we must have the will to oppose this oppressive movement. We need strong political parties with strong policies if we are to continue the Australian way of life. The amalgamation of the Liberal and the Nationalist parties in QLD has been a bloody disaster and we need a party like the old Country Party to look after the interests of country people and support our farmers, not attack them like the present government is doing. As no society can be happy, healthy or carry on any work without being adequately fed with food that primarily has to be produced by farmers. The words written by the famous American writer William Jennings Bryan over 70 years ago are still applicable. They are words of wisdom and I quote. “Burn down your cities and

leave our farms and your cities will grow again as if by magic, but destroy the farms and the weeds will grow in the streets of every city and pestilence and starvation will spread throughout the land.” P.W.English MALANDA

Help pass voluntary assisted dying laws In coming months, our 93 state MPs will be asked to consider a law to introduce voluntary assisted dying (VAD) in Queensland. VAD laws have just been passed in Tasmania and have previously been passed by the parliaments of Victoria and Western Australia and a Bill has been introduced in South Australia. The Queensland Government is set to receive a draft VAD law from the Queensland Law Reform Commission on May 10, which will then be sent to State Parliament for further scrutiny by the Health Committee before being debated later this year. Dying With Dignity Queensland is working with other organisations and individuals to impress upon all of our 93 MPs the need to pass a VAD law to given better endof-life choices to terminally ill people or those with neurodegenerative conditions. But we need all 93 of them to know that their constituents want a VAD law. That’s why I am urging anyone who supports better end-of-life choices through a VAD law to join or become a supporter of Dying With Dignity Queensland and help deliver this much-needed law reform. If anyone wants to support our fight, I urge them to visit www.dwdq.org.au or phone 1300 733 818. Jos Hall, President Dying With Dignity QLD

CLUB NEWS with Mareeba Lions Club THE Lions volunteers certainly had a successful cake stall and raffle recently raising money for Ovarian Cancer research with nearly $1,500.00 being raised. This is such a worthwhile cause. Ovarian cancer has been dubbed women’s silent killer. It can strike without warning signs and there is no diagnostic test. Over 1,500 women are diagnosed with this disease every year in Australia. Batteries have started coming in for the battery muster. This will be an ongoing event. This initiative is a great way to clean up all of those old batteries that may be lying around, help the environment and assist the Lions Club fund raising efforts. If you have any old car, truck, tractor or bike batteries lying around give the club a call and we will collect for

recycling. We thank our partners FNQ Filters and Parts, and Outback Solar and Wind. Please call Lion Justice on 0484 647 333 to arrange pickup. As well the Club continues the fortnightly sausage sizzle in the Coles car park, is active in maintaining the Bunny Seary Lookout with more work to be undertaken there in the near future, and work should commence soon on the upgrade to the bike jumps south of the Fire Station. Since 1996, Lions Australia has shown outstanding commitment contributing $10 million to childhood cancer research. This effort has resulted in, amongst other things, safer and more effective blood stem cell transplantation for leukaemia patients following chemotherapy which can

lead to shorter hospitalisation and more rapid recovery. Lions have done a lot but the job is not over because we believe every child has the right to a healthy life. The Australian Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundation was established in 2009 with the goal of 100% survival for kids with cancer. The Mareeba Lions Family Fun Metrogaine, an event designed to get people off the couch, out of the house and have a little fun discovering Mareeba township, is to be held on Sunday 20th June at Arnold Park. All money raised through the Metrogaine will go towards funding childhood cancer research. Don’t throw those beer cans and bottles in the bin, remember you can support your Mareeba Lions Club by taking your recyclable containers to Contain-

ers for Change 11 Bowers Street and quote Scheme ID C10128319. The depot is out near the cattle sale yards. No need to package just take your recyclables out there and quote the ID number for Lions. Although membership of Lions is by invitation you are invited to enquire about joining this great international humanitarian organisation. It is not hard to become a Lion. Fellowship, Good times, meeting people, building lasting friendships, service to the community, learning new skills, Leadership and personal development - these are some of the reasons we are the Lions. Lions meet in Mareeba at the Mareeba Leagues Club at 6.30 pm on the first and third Tuesday of the month. Check us out on Facebook or on the web at www.mareeba.qld.lions.org.au

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ASTUTE buyers will be suitably impressed with this immaculate acreage in Peeramon, with great rural views across picturesque countryside towards the Danbulla Ranges. Solidly built with a heavy steel frame and resting on concrete pillars Samson couldn't budge, the home features a renovated kitchen with corner pantry, electric cook top, wall oven, and a breakfast bar.

Ascend the near new stairs to find a spotted gum timber deck taking full advantage of the amazing view, with a sliding glass door for ease of access to the kitchen and dining rooms. Further in there is an air conditioned lounge room with down lights, built in T.V storage unit with a wattle benchtop made from local timber, and a show stopping gas log fire built into the blackbutt timber feature wall.

The large central hall is home to the office nook with built in storage and two work spaces. The renovated family bathroom includes tiles up to the ceiling finished with mold resistant epoxy grout. At the end of the hall the air conditioned master bedroom also faces the view and comes equipped with a walk in wardrobe, fan, T.V bracket and power outlet, and beautifully renovated ensuite, also

featuring mould resistant grout and tiles to the ceiling. The large second bedroom has a fan, air conditioning, a built in wardrobe and warm timber look vinyl flooring, whilst bedrooms three and four both have built in wardrobes and fans. Family gatherings and parties are catered for downstairs where you will find the large undercover entertaining area with pizza oven and recently renovated bar room

with brand new windows, vinyl flooring, ceiling fans and pendant lights. The bar comes with a bonus dart board, wall mounted TV and pool table. The two sets of freshly varnished double barn doors open for cross breeze and garden views. Adjacent to the bar room, you will find a multipurpose room with insulated walls, new flooring and an air conditioner. This space could easily be a bedroom, home office or home gym. Stroll across the newly gravelled drive to the four bay, three roller door powered shed with plenty of room for vehicles and a workshop. Sown with cooch, the relatively flat 1500m back lawn with pop up sprinklers, allows easy access to the five paddocks including a communal laneway with water trough and Irrigation down the fence lines, great for grazing cattle or horses. There is a dairy and holding yard with basic crush, race, and loading ramp, as well as a large chook pen with laying box, shelter, and 2 separately fenced adjoining enclosures. Other features

• Two rain water tanks collect water off the roof, 22,500L + 5,500L for total storage of 28,000L, pressure pumped to the dwelling. • There is a bore producing potable drinking water to top up the tanks in dry weather. ( water quality report available upon request) • 6000 amp generator that can be connected to downstairs power box and run the whole house in a blackout or emergency • 6.5kW solar panel system with 10kWh battery. Smart meter with power saleable back to the grid. • Solar hot water • Insulation • Shade from 500+ native trees planted over 7 years including bush tucker, citrus, and well established screening plants for privacy. • Living space 231.74m² • Under house outdoor entertaining 78.76m² • Upstairs deck 36m² • Shed 90m² Some images in this listing have been virtually staged. Call Brendan Williams on 0447 809 808 or the First National Real Estate Atherton office on 4091 1177.

52 Ball Road, PEERAMON $POA Brendan Williams First National Real Estate Atherton 0447 809 808

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Atherton

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

Ray White Atherton takes out the AWARDS for 2021 A note from Ray White Atherton’s Morgan who continues to get the Principal Margaret Black contracts away and was presentI am excited that my agency re- ed with his “Ray White Premiers” ceived the Rate My Agent award award when the State Manager as number one Agency in Ather- visited the office last week. ton. To win this prestigious award His customer NPS score is 100% means that we have secured the which shows exceptional customhighest satisfaction rating across er feedback and record sales. the country for sales in Atherton. The last 6 months have been I also congratulate Suzey on re- busier than ever with sales and a ceiving the number one Rate My shortage of rental properties with Agent salesperson award for Ath- most days having little or no renterton. als available. Suzey has received a record num- We are urgently in need of propber of customer satisfaction sur- erties to rent to our approved tenveys which confirms that she is a ants that are waiting for a home. number one Agent. The growth in property manageSuzey is also number one on realment has been significate and estate.com for the greatest numhas seen the need to purchase an ber of sales in the area. additional car for the team to use. Well done Suzey, this is such an You might see our Property manachievement. agers out and about in the new Suzey has also been awarded with Yaris Cross. her “Ray White Premiers” award Our team at Ray White Atherton for a record number of sales. are very proud to give back to our

donated $1,000.00 to the Ronald McDonald House in Townsville, as the service is so important and valued for people that need to stay in Townsville for medical reasons. Our staff and their family members have all personally had to use the support from this much needed resource on more than one occasion. We have also donated $770.00 to help the Mt Garnet Rodeo this year and are looking forward to the event returning to our calendars. Recently we have been able to donate $5,000.00 Carinya. These funds were put to great use providing trolleys to help staff move around the home with much needed infection control supplies. We are delighted that the donations can be put to great use.

The Ray White Atherton team are here to help you with all aspects of sales and property management. Why not give us a call for a free I would like to also acknowledge community. We are proud to have appraisal and advice.

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Pay attention to the tension BUSY life getting you down? Then it’s time to head out of town and get away from the everyday. Realise your dream of a rural escape on this lightly forested 2.3 hectares (5.7 acres). Here you will discover a lifestyle property in a tranquil park like setting. The sizable family home has an open plan living area with timber panelled walls and cathedral ceilings, creating a warm and inviting ambience. There are three bedrooms, and two bedrooms have ensuites. The main bathroom has a shower over THERE aren't too many properties like this one on the market. This stunning, award winning home offers everything you could ever want plus more. Exquisitely designed to offer practicality without compromising on luxury this home showcases beautiful juxtaposition between the cool stones and concrete and warm wooden touches, a true testament to what a quality build this home really is. Polished concrete floors flow throughout and there are three stunning bedrooms plus a media room that could be utilised as a

fourth bedroom. The master suit has a beautiful ensuite plus a walk-in robe, office nook and private courtyard. The open plan living and dining areas feature illuminated glass windows and doors which allows you to flow effortlessly outdoors to the entertainment area. The star of this space is the kitchen, awarding winning; it features seamless matte black cabinetry,

your bath, giving you the best of both worlds: enjoy a long, relaxing soak, or a quick rinse depending on your mood. Extra living space is provided by the two enclosed patios. For the handyman or tradie there is a 10m x 7m shed. Abundant water is available from the bore and two tanks. Located just 4km from Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

the local equestrian park, so bring your four legged friends as the pony club is just a short ride away. For more information, call Trisha Jackson at Professionals Atherton. Phone 4091 3955 or 0419 1833 145 anytime. To view more photos, visit athertonrealestate.com.au WONDECLA $360,000 Trisha Jackson Professionals Atherton 0419 183 145

warm timber accents, a gorgeous island benchtop plus a butler's pantry. So much more can be said about this property but a viewing is a must to truly appreciate what it has to offer. For your inspection contact agent Suzey Whitby at Ray White Atherton today on 0438 090 306 for your inspection. www. raywhiteruralatherton. com.au/ATH22930024

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1 BUNYA STREET, YUNGABURRA • 3 lovely bedrooms with built-ins CLOSES • Stunning modern kitchen TOMORROW! • Luxurious bathroom • Wide verandahs + fire pit & pergola • 7m x 9m shed with 3m clearance Expressions of Interest close 1st April 2021. All EOI forms must be submitted in writing to 22 Main St, Atherton by 12pm on the day of closure. Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306 ATH22882247

PRODUCTIVE GRAZING Tarzali • Set on 386.04 hectares • 14 paddocks • Quality fencing • Air-operated vet crush • 2 bores, springs & creeks • Cattle yards, silo & fed pad $5,000,000 ATH22767777 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450

YOUR NEXT BUSINESS VENTURE Tolga • Great exposure • Offering takeaway and catering • Kitchen + prep area • Inside and outside dining • Plenty of outside parking • Everything is set up for you $55,000 ATH22956364 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

WATER, VIEWS & LOCATION East Palmerston • Set on 87.95 hectares • Fertile pastures • Fenced into 2 paddocks • Good carrying capacity • Natural water from 3 springs • Great views across the property $1,030,000 ATH21840595 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450

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70 acres of pure bliss

HAVE you been looking for your own sanctuary? Then this private and tranquil 70 acre property may be just the change you have been looking for. The property is set amongst the beautiful mountains surrounded by rainforest and pastures, there is also your own waterfalls and creeks to cool off on the hot summer days. Features Include; • Solid masonry block

home • 4 bedrooms, 3 bedrooms with built in robes & air-conditioning • Air-conditioned open plan living with an Esse wood stove • Neat kitchen – pantry, standalone gas stove and a butler’s pantry • Sunken lounge with direct access to the back veranda • Heated linen cup-

board in the hallway • Tiled bathroom with shower/bath combination & vanity unit • Separate toilet • Screens & high ceilings throughout home • Full length front & back verandas • Front veranda includes an outside toilet, shower, woodshed & sauna. • Fenced 70acre lifestyle property • Solar hot water system and solar power connected to the grid – Save on those electricity bills! • 4 bay powered shed • Approx. 30 acres biodynamic pastures and 35 acres rainforest • 5 paddocks, with water troughs • Cattle yards • 2 x creeks, dam & small waterfalls on the property • Water supply: 2 x rainAddress: Price: Agent: Contact:

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water tanks + water fed from the permanent spring creek • Property backs onto a national park • Self-contained caravan – Was previously tenanted for $140/week • Raised Veggie gardens, fruit trees & a greenhouse – Perfect for a buyer with a green thumb • Located Approx. 16kms from Malanda Town Centre and 70km’s from Cairns If you enjoy the outdoors this property is perfect for you - plenty of tracks to ride your pushbike, motorbike & horses or go hiking & swimming nearby at the popular Windin Falls. For further information or to arrange an inspection, call marketing agent Raquel at Sommerset Realty on 0408 983 879.

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OPEN HOME Saturday 3rd April 10am-11am HAVE you always dreamed of owning a federation home that has been renovated to perfection? Then your search has brought you to number 10 George Street, Tolga. A home that has heart and emotion around every corner. And It all begins at the white picket fence and hedged garden path that leads you to the columned front entry with oak french doors and an inviting entrance hall that takes you into the home. All the beautiful federation features have been retained and they are shining brightly for their new owner to love and appreciate, like its current family do. The house has been modernized to compliment and maintain its originality, yet provides all the creature comforts we want in today’s world. There are three generously sized bedrooms and a forth smaller room that is perfect for an office, and opens directly out onto the back deck and garden. There are two bathrooms, with the main having a full bath and marble topped washstand for the vanity. The country style eat in kitchen Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

DAIMIN KOCHI 0448 916 246

SOLID HOME, ACREAGE & RUNNING CREEK • Solid clay brick home on 2.74 acres • Backs onto permanent spring fed creek • Open plan living/dining, wood heater • Well appointed kitchen, enclosed patio • 3 spacious bedrooms, 3 way bathroom • Lock up tandem garage, single bay shed $449,000

features a cozy open fireplace, with stunning silky oak and ornate glass sliding doors that can be closed to separate the lounge room off from the dining space of the home, or opened up to enjoy the whole living area, with its high ceilings, tongue and groove walls and ornate casement windows that allow plenty of light in. The kitchen and laundry also open onto the back veranda, where there is room for everyone to get together for family gatherings, and if more space is needed, the garage has been lined and finished to double as a second living space for guests, a games room or studio. There is also a lockable store room or workshop attached to the back of the garage, and plenty of room in the private back yard for the kids and pets to play safely. Main St Real Estate is proud to present this Exclusively Listed home to the market and you’re private inspection can be arranged by calling Kath on 0488 426 686 or come along to one of our upcoming open homes.

10 George St, ATHERTON $410,000 EXCLUSIVE to Kath Johnson Main Street Real Estate 0488 426 686

KATH JOHNSON 0488 426 686

SPACIOUS & MODERN FAMILY HOME • Modern block rendered home, approx 5yo • Spacious tiled open plan living & dining • Well appointed kitchen, pantry, dishwasher • 2nd media/family room, tiled rear patio • 4 carpeted built-in bedrooms, ensuite • Fenced rear yard, double garage, tenanted $429,000

QUALITY HOME IN DESIRABLE CLOSE • Cook’s kitchen, loads of cupboard space • Formal lounge, elevated timber deck • Open plan kitchen/living, wood heater • 3 built-in bedrooms + office & ensuite • Stunning bathroom, high 8m x 4m carport OPEN HOME: Sat 3rd April, 11.30am - 12.15pm $469,000

IDEALLY POSITIONED • Large timber home on 2023m2 block • Massive kitchen & two living areas • 10 bedrooms, enclosed verandah • Casement windows, 3 bathrooms • Potential to be re-zoned for business • Currently returning $400 per week $498,000

A SECLUDED LIFE BY THE RIVER • Solid block home on 2.21 acre block • Modern kitchen with pantry, dishwasher • Tiled dining/family room, wood heater • Separate lounge, full length rear deck • 4 bedrooms + office, 2 large water tanks • 1 bedroom granny flat, carport, 3 bay shed Offers Over $520,000

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Lifestyle, space and privacy

Price reduction – now $279,000 IMAGINE no more mowing, someone else cleans the pool, want to lock up and go away on holidays – all possible. It’s a very comfortable, brick, well maintained home on 400m2 landscaped with lawn and gardens with a single carport with a storeroom at one end, the perfect place for golf clubs, sporting gear, suitcases etc. as well as a 3x4m lined shed /workshop in the back garden, ideal for hobbies or gardening equipment. There is also storage in the ceiling accessed through a trapdoor on the laundry. Internally the kitchen has been updated and floor coverings replaced in recent years. Each of the 3 bedrooms has built in cupboards and one of the bedrooms has been set up as an office. The home is airconditioned with the master bedroom having its own air conditioning and private access to the bathroom. The front patio is large enough for a small table and a couple of chairs but the rear patio is a blessing. Large enough to hold a ten-seater outdoor table and chairs. The launAddress: Price: Agent: Contact:

dry opens to the rear patio and the undercover clothes line is out of the way. Privacy blinds either end and easycare gardens make this a cool and private place to enjoy outdoor living. For very reasonable Body Corporate fees you can enjoy a different lifestyle with no loss of independence all within your own free standing 3 bedroom brick home. Also included in the Body Corporate fees are the house insurance (not your contents) All this for $455.00 per quarter ($1800 yearly). The rates are approximately $800.00 per half year. For a total of $3,400.00 per year you can live a care free lifestyle. Located on a private street amongst 16 other similar quality homes with liberal guest carparking and a private spacious pool that will be a just the place to be on a hot afternoon. This property is worthy of further investigation – you won’t be disappointed. For inspections over the Easter holiday break please phone Karen on 0458 408 540. 2/125 Tate Rd, TOLGA REDUCED to $279,000 Karen Ranie Area Real Estate 0458 408 540

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viding privacy and a rural outlook. It has direct access to the pool, living area and rumpus room. Well equipped kitchen with open plan living and dining space with large openings both sides capturing a cross flow of breezes. The master bedroom has its own wing and generous in size with bay-styled windows overlooking the pool and gardens. There is also a WIR and a generous size ENS. Three other bedrooms are generous in size all have built in cupboards and a fifth bed-

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This home has so much to offer and potential to be even greater with a bit of TLC and some vision you could create your own oasis. Call or email Elders for more information or to arrange an inspection. Phone Jeanette on 0407 745 748.

35-37 Page Rd, ATHERTON REDUCED to $575,000 Jeanette Suffield Elders Real Estate Malanda 0407 745 748

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The few that don’t have SOLD signs are under contract waiting for conditions to be satis�ied. It is a good time to sell, lots of buyers looking to make our region home. There has been an increase in prices, long overdue and buyers from the southern states are looking for a more relaxed lifestyle and consider our area to be good value. If you are thinking about selling and want to have a chat about your chances on the market, please give me a call!

3 bedroom home in a small strata title village complex, inground pool with small entertaining area, airconditioned living and main bedroom, excellent storage including 3m x 4m shed, security screens all round, large private rear patio, your own 400m2, all lawn mowing done for you. The perfect “lock it up” and go travelling home.

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room or office is situated at the front of the home with access from the Rumpus Room. Outside there is a fully lockable 4 Bay Masonry Block Shed with roller doors and all-weather access from the garage to the house, there is also a front patio with a fenced yard ideal for pets.

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3 bedroom well built rendered home that has been well maintained over the years and is very low maintenance from the inside out... nothing to do, just move on in... the property presents itself as a great rental investment.

$430,000

SET on an elevated 5 acre block providing natural surroundings, this property is ideal for anyone seeking space, privacy and a low maintenance lifestyle with the convenience of being only two minutes from the Main Street of Atherton. Designed with lifestyle and entertaining in mind this large family home was built by a local well renowned builder and boasts the following features: resort style pool with rock waterfall and tropical landscaped gardens. Large entertaining area at the rear of the home pro-

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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This surprising home can't be judged from the street... so it's a must to inspect

POSITIONED in a great location and offering countless beneficial features and so much room this well maintained 4 bedroom home IS A MUST TO INSPECT! Containing a family orientated layout with abundant living space, practical storage rooms and functional areas as well as the following features: • Well maintained with vented block stumps to keep the home cool in summer • Large tiled front verandah with extended roof off the carport sufficient to house 2 vehicles • Beautiful polished timber floors in the living area & 3 bedrooms • 4 well proportioned bedrooms with built-in mirrored robes • Master bedroom with full length built-in mirrored robe • Large open plan living/ dining area

• 2nd separate downstairs tiled living area incorporating a storage room & tiled & air-conditioned 4th bedroom/ rumpus with access to the rear patio • Huge central kitchen with ample space for a 2nd table and servery opening to the dining/living area • Substantial downstairs tiled laundry with walk-in storage cupboard • Generous tiled rear patio overlooking the rear yard • Privacy blinds on the front of the house with internal winders • 1163m2 fully fenced allotment with private rear

• Elevated and spacious outdoor entertaining space connected to main living • Main bathroom incorporates a 2-way design with large shower recess • Fabulous flow-through ventilation is achieved through clever design and the elevated position • Fire-place Downstairs: • Fully self-contained and airconditioned apartment • 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom • Open plan living with

kitchenette including full-size stove. This is a dual access property located at the top of town for quick road access to the central shopping district and schools. Halloran's Hill Conservation Park is

yard, established gardens & double gated rear access • 3 bay storage shed with drive through ability • Cairns side positioning with easy access to Kennedy Highway & only minutes to town centre In such an affordable price range it's tailor made for those looking for extra space, a versatile layout and convenient location. For further information or to arrange a private inspection please call exclusive agent Joe Torrisi on 0417 700 468. 7 Smallwood St, MAREEBA $298,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

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Stunning views from top notch home ARCHITECTURALLY designed for enhanced and practical family living whilst taking in the glorious Ather-

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gage with a flat on the lower level. Showcasing timeless appeal, this stylish and exceptional home offers dual living space including a fully selfcontained second living unit that has its own entry. The upper level incorporates a four-bedroom family home with beautiful North Queensland hardware timber floors and an open plan living space which extends out to a spacious deck. Access to the home is at ground level as is the entrance to the downstairs flat which makes this a unique and practical property. Upstairs: • Polished timber floors throughout • 4 Bedrooms with builtin cupboards • Main bedroom features an ensuite, walk-in robe and large picture windows • Flowing open plan living space with large windows taking in the glorious views

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within walking distance for active walkers. For more information, or to book your private inspection, call Collette on 0419 733 712 exclusively at Atherton Realty.

4 Coronis Circuit, ATHERTON $499,000 EXCLUSIVE to Collette Rowston Atherton Realty 0419 733 712

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MODERN FAMILY HOME 188 Hastie Road - $425,000

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 Corner allotment with 2 street access  3 built-in bedrooms with media or 4th bedroom  Large tiled open plan living  Ensuite to the master bedroom

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

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JUST minutes from town, this family home is packed with value. Located in the popular Sunbird Park, positioned privately with a bush backdrop setting. Easy family living, 2 large living spaces and with family room which leads onto the patio area. Impressive kitchen with breakfast bar. Features of this fabulous home include: • 2 large living spaces • Impressive kitchen with breakfast bar. • 4 bedrooms- air conditioning to master • 2nd & 3rd bedroom- air conditioned • Main living area- air conditioned • Master bedroom with walkin robe & ensuite

• Fans throughout • Carpets to bedrooms • Ample Storage with large linen press • Security screens • Rear privacy fencing • Side access to block Homes of this quality are not easy to find in this location so for those seeking space and convenience this home is definitely worthy of your inspection. Don’t delay, call today to arrange your private inspec-

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tion. Our team is here to help you with your property search and with the lowest interest rates ever available there has never been a better time to buy. Let us help you make your next move! Just ask Aurelia! 0418 183 555 Call exclusive agent Aurelia Rogato for more information or drop into The Pink Building – Rogato Real Estate office on Byrnes St, Mareeba.

10 Jacana Cl, MAREEBA $369,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Aurelia Rogato Rogato Real Estate 0418 183 555

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Tolga Takeaway and Convenience Store

Solid starter property IF you are looking for a solid starter property, then you have come to the right place! Welcome to number 15 Palm Close, Mareeba. Situated off Anzac Avenue, just a few minutes into the Mareeba CBD, in a private cul-de-sac, this three bedroom masonry block home will suit a first home buyer on a budget, someone looking to downsize, or even the astute investor! The home is constructed well, with masonry block internal and external walls, and enjoys the best of both worlds, with the interior benefiting from a renovation over the last 12 months. The kitchen has been fully re-designed, with a large breakfast bar being the new centrepiece, new appliances throughout, as well as a bold tiled splashback to suit

the colour scheme. The large, air-conditioned open plan living area incorporates the kitchen, dining and lounge rooms and has sliding glass door access to the back patio. All of the flooring in the living areas and bedrooms has been replaced with quality vinyl planking and gives the home a modern feel. In addition to that the bathroom has been renovated as well and features a modern fitout with tiles to the ceiling. The three bedrooms are a good size, with the master being larger than the others. Two of the bedrooms feature large built-in wardrobes and all have ceiling fans. The home also features security screens on the windows and doors, an internal laundry, and a

large single lock up garage. The house sits on an 800m2 allotment with a fenced back yard, and a garden shed for all your tools. You even have the benefit of no rear neighbours! Features include: • 3 bed, 1 bath masonry block home • Block internal and external walls • Renovated over the last 12 months • Re-designed kitchen, new appliances and breakfast bar • Air-conditioned open

plan living area • Quality vinyl plank flooring throughout • Renovated bathroom, tiles to the ceiling • Large master bedroom, ceiling fans in all rooms • Security screens on windows and doors • Minutes into the Mareeba CBD • 800m2 allotment with a fenced back yard For more information or to book your private inspection, Call exclusive agent Remo Esposito on 0401 969 473.

15 Palm Cl, MAREEBA Offers Over $295,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Remo Esposito Central Realty Mareeba 0401 969 473

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A FANTASTIC opportunity has just become available to take over this take away. A family owned and operated business which has remained strong over the years with a great reputation. It now needs new owners to take it to the next level. Positioned on the main street of Tolga on the corner of the Kennedy Highway, large volumes of traffic and plenty of parking put your Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

business front and centre. The walk-in-walk-out sale means you will have everything you need to jump in from day one. For a full list of the inclusions see contact information below. For further information or to book an inspection, call exclusive marketing agent Alex Payne on 0409 328 153. 57 Main St, TOLGA $70,000 EXCLUSIVE to Alex Payne LJ HOOKER Atherton 0409 328 153

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123 Acres of Lush Pasture 3 1 MILLSTREAM: 13922 Kennedy Highway

• Beautiful timber deck overlooking property • Energy efficient with 37 solar panels • Two large 3 bay sheds • 10 paddocks with new fencing • 123 acres

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• Located in the Atherton Rise • Great investment opportunity • Airconditioned open plan living • Low maintenance house & gardens • 423m2 block

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$870,000

Look Out Over Your Own Paradise 3 1 TARZALI: 15 Turner Road

2 • Beautiful views of lush paddocks & rainforest • Former dairy farm, now runs approximately 40 head of cattle • Farm equipment and cattle included • 153 acres

$1,375,000

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Three bedroom brick home PRIVATELY Located, this spacious three bedroom brick home is situated on 1.11 hectares (2.74acres) Just a short country drive to Malanda. Generous proportions characterise this home with large open plan living/dining extending from the modern kitchen that hugs the length of two walls; low maintenance cork tiles flow through the main high traffic areas and all the bedrooms are carpeted. This home has space to garage two vehicles plus a double carport. Patio at back, ideal for entertaining and relaxation, overlook the fully fenced acreage with established lawns and trees and fruit trees surrounding

the house. Other features include fireplace, ceiling fans, a small shed. Water supply is from the creek and water tank. If privacy, space, and convenience are high on your list book an inspection today. • 3 bedrooms; • Bathroom • Kitchen/dining • Brick • Low-set • Entertaining area • Ceiling fans Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

• Fireplace • Fully fenced • 2 Car carport • Garden shed • Creek frontage • Creek electric pump • Water Tank • 1.11 ha For more information, or to book your private inspection, call Darren on 0429 977 675 @ Tablelands.com & Malanda Real estate.

MALANDA REDUCED to $449,000 Darren Hithersay Tablelands.com & Malanda Real Estate 0429 977 675

Fabulous home on small allotment

RETIREES and anyone looking to downsize will love this place. This modern three bedroom home has everything you need to be comfortable without the burden of a large yard to maintain or body corporate fees to pay and best of all, located in a convenient and quiet area surrounded by great neighbours. Property features

• Open plan living • Fully Air Conditioned • Well-appointed kitchen • Lovely outdoor patio area • Lockup carport with automatic roller door • Fully fenced for privacy • Easy care yard • Pet friendly • No Body Corporate fees to pay • Freehold 300m2 title • Close to shopping, medical services and schools

• Across from Mareeba Garden settlement (nursing home) Looking for an easy property to care for? This is it! Priced to sell $295,000 Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

negotiable. Contact exclusive agent John Goncalves at Ray White Mareeba on 0407 690 961 to organise a viewing today.

DIMBULAH $225,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to John Goncalves Ray White Mareeba 0407 690 961

SATURDAY 8TH MAY, 2021 @ 11.00AM Auction to be held at the Malanda RSL 2x residential blocks of land on Charles Street, Malanda. Town water, power and phone to front of blocks.

Lot 12: 1030m2 - Lot 15: 968m2 Contact Darren 0429 977 675

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With wonderful views of the Granite Creek, this beautifully renovated 1593m2 property has a lot more to offer than most would expect. • 3 bedrooms plus office or 4th bedroom • 2 brand new bathrooms • Lovely new kitchen plus gorgeous timber floors • Spacious living area plus split system airconditioning • 3 vehicle accommodation (semi enclosed) plus storage area Price $395,000 Neg Exclusive Agent John Goncalves 0407 690 961

This rare and unique 3 unit complex is situated on one freehold title with no Body Corporate fees. • Beautifully renovated units, all tenanted with off-street parking • Private / exclusive use of outdoor areas • Easy to maintain gardens and Colorbond fencing • All units are fully renovated • Separate water and power meters • Possibility to add a further unit Price $650,000 Neg Exclusive Agent John Goncalves 0407 690 961

• Fully fenced 951m corner allotment • Good access for a caravan, boat or large shed • Modern open plan design • Fully airconditioned • A front to back double carport ideal for large family gatherings • Room for construction of a 2nd dwelling (STCA) • Currently rented at $360 per week Price $345,000 Neg Exclusive Agent John Goncalves 0407 690 961

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

O’Brien Electrical Mareeba (07) 4092 4146

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

obrien.com.au/electrical/mareeba

Lic. No. 77513

ELECTRICAL SOLAR & BATTERIES AIR CONDITIONING

@redsjoinerymareeba

PHONE: 0408 764 850

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

Servicing Mareeba, Tablelands & Cairns areas!

QBCC Licence No. 1162246

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

Paul Johnstone

Registration No. 931417

ELECTRICAL

AIR CONDITIONING

4092 3464

Call DANIEL 0433 158 941

Lic No 69788

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ARC Lic # L166416

• Airconditioning Installations • Shed Wiring • Underground Power • Renovations & New Houses • All Electrical & Repairs

www.burratronics.com.au M. HARTLEY PTY LTD TRADING AS

PAINTER

SOLAR:

• OFF GRID • ON GRID • HYBRID MOBILE COVERAGE SOLUTIONS

Electrical Licence: 86387 Security Licence: 4162579

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

124 Mason Street, Mareeba  (07) 4092 2433

OEC

OUTBACK ENGINES & CUSTOM

RESTORATION • MAINTENANCE • REMANUFACTURE • Mandrill Bending and Sheet Work • Full Custom Fab • Component Rebuilds • Engines, Transmissions, Final Drives • Vehicles, Machinery, Heavy diesel • Concept to Creation

FENCING

• Steel, Timber and Exclusion • Lean-to Sheds, Shed Slabs • Vet Crushes

Will travel anywhere!

Phone Keith 0455 268 369 keithstephan3@gmail.com

PLUMBING

2 Zinc Street, Mount Garnet | 4097 9053

K.W.S. Rural Fencing & Yard Building

HARDWARE

K.W.S. Rural Fencing & Yard Building

RAVENSHOE HARDWARE

PAINTING CONTRACTORS

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

PO BOX 1414, MAREEBA QBCC 1115490

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

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MAXIMUM PEST MANAGEMENT PEST

ENGINEERING

GENERAL ENGINEERING LOCALLY All types of ork OWNED AND welding, lathe w OPERATED and milling.

SALES, SERVICE & REPAIRS IN-STORE AND ON-SITE

CALL ADRIAN 0429 265 082

LICENCED CCTV INSTALLERS

Shop 3, 203-215 Byrnes St, Mareeba P: 4092 7038

• Laptops, Tablets & Towers • Phone & Tablet Repairs • Custom Systems • Networking Solutions

Efficient and friendly service - Servicing all areas!

LICENCED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

Natasha Burton

BURRATRONICS I.T

ELECTRICAL

4092 3464

Max & Jodie Turner

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

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

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

19 Wormboo Street raven@iig.com.au

IRRIGATION DESIGN AND SUPPLY

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

50 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA • PHONE 4092 7788

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“WE OFFER A COMPLETE ON SITE POOL SERVICE”

POOL

IRRIGATION

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POOL MAINTENANCE & POOL SHOP 71 BYRNES ST, MAREEBA

ALL POOL SUPPLIES INCLUDING FREE WATER TESTING & EXPERT ADVICE

LICENSED POOL SAFET Y INSPECTOR

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SANDBLASTING & PAINTING ry, Farm Machine rs, ile Ute Trays, Tra el, Structural Ste . Rims and more

SCENIC FLIGHTS

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30 MINUTES - �250 + GST PP 60 MINUTES - �400 + GST PP Minimum Booking 2 people

Locally Owned and Operated

ALL TYPES OF FREIGHT LARGE AND SMALL: CAIRNS, MAREEBA, TABLELANDS AND SURROUNDS

Excellence Through Perseverance and Diligence Wally Amory - Mareeba Depot Manager

Phone: 0421 839 353 | mrboperations@exodas.com.au

Trevor 0400 750 330

CAIRNS • MOSSMAN • TABLELANDS DAILY

• Patrols • Cash in Transit • Alarm Response and Installation • Alarm Monitoring • CCTV Installation For all security needs call... DRU THURSTON 0408 913 063 and Service

YARRABAH SERVICE TWICE WEEKLY

P Taxi&TrucksM- Tail-Lifters Carriers 4035 2034  Express Couriers  Freight Distribution  Warehouse Storage

TREELOPPING

SHEDS

DELIVERY 4 TIMES DAILY!

EXPLORE ATHERTON TABLELANDS

W: www.nqpssecurity.com.au | E: dru@nqpssecurity.com.au

Rapid Sheds & Construction Daniel and Cheryl Reid

Sheds, Carpentry & Excavator Work Daniel 0407 768 622 dcreid10@hotmail.com

SHIPPING CONTAINERS

Natasha Burton

TELEPHONE: 4092 7680 - FARM DELIVERIES WELCOMED!

124 Mason Street, Mareeba  (07) 4092 2433

QBCC No. 1275266

SECURITY

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Call Jon Lambert | P: 4091 5008 | M: 0407 575 916 VENUE HIRE

SLASHING/ MULCHING TOWN PLANNING

As a local born and bred, I am invested in the success of the community and how it is developed. Enquire today for a free consultation. • Pre-purchase property search reports / due diligence - Understand your future or current property rights • Specialise in Development Approvals • Reconfiguring a Lot / Subdivisions • Material Change of Use

PROFESSIONAL TREE SERVICE SERVICING NORTH QUEENSLAND

TABLELANDS TREELOPPING

8452 Kennedy Highway, Atherton | 4091 7242 | sticklizard.com.au

CONTACT DETAILS: Blake Daniel 0439 988 227 Email: atsamfnq@hotmail.com

CASH OR ACCOUNT CUSTOMERS WELCOME

P: 4095 4595 | E: aataylorstreelopping@outlook.com

• SHIPPING CONTAINERS Hire, sales & hire/buy option, self-pack removals, Australia wide transport & logistics, container modifications. • 4X4 FORKLIFT HIRE • TRANSPORT & TOWING Tilt trays & trailers, general freight, accident & breakdown.

• Slashing and Mulching • Orchard / Tree Trimming • Earthworks • Machinery Haulage • Accident Towing / Tilt Tray Hire

Email: admin@pmcarriers.com 247 Hartley Street, Portsmith

HAVING A PARTY OR FUNCTION? We have the perfect venue! Spacious open venue, beautiful gardens and all facilities – the perfect setting for all occasions! Race Day Parties, Weddings, Birthdays, Engagements, Business Functions, Christenings, Christmas Parties & more!

Bookings & Info Phone (07) 4092 1167

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Classified Deadline: 4pm every Friday ChurCh NotiCe Presbyterians meet in Mareeba for worship this Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday at the earlier time of 9am ~ All Welcome! ON GOOD FRIDAY, 2 APRIL, 2021: THE FIRST EASTER #7: THE CRUCIFIXION At Alex Lawson Park, Cnr Basalt & Constance Streets. BYO chair or blanket.

ON RESURRECTION SUNDAY 4 APRIL, 2021: THE FIRST EASTER #8: THE RESURRECTION At QCWA Hall, Wilkes Street, behind Meals on Wheels. “He is not here; for He is risen.” (Matthew 28:6)

iN MeMoriAM

FuNerAl NotiCe

puBliC NotiCe

CROSS, Robert Alvin (Crossy)

HOOPER, Heather Elaine

MINING LEASE NOTICE Mineral Resources Act 1989 – Section 252 Proposed Alluvial Gold Mining Operation Mining Lease Application Numbers 100249 for a term of 20 years And 100250 for a term of 15 years It is advised that an application has been made for a mining lease under the provisions of the above mentioned Act, for the mining/purpose of Gold, Tin, Living quarters/camp, Road, Processing Plant & Tailings/settling dam on the following land parcels within the Cook Shire Council: Lot 66 on SP245572 (permit & access) Bonny Glen Station, Lot 3 on SP102688 Old Maitland (access) & Palmer River USL. The applicant is: Edmund Gerald Fitzgerald 100% Mining activities to be carried out include: Alluvial Gold Mining Operation ML100249 is located approximately 36km West South West of Lakeland Downs Township, Queensland. Date and time application lodged: 13 May 2020 at 11:48am ML 100250 is located approximately 32km West South West of Lakeland Downs Township, Queensland. Date and time application lodged: 29 May 2020 at 08:30am Mining Lease Application Documents The application documents consist of the Application for Mining Lease, copies of or extracts from the application documents, and the endorsed Mining Lease Notice detailing the location and description of the land applied for (including surface area and access), may be downloaded from the Departments website: https://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/mining-energy-water/ resources/public-notices-tenders or may be inspected at the Department of Resources office, Verde Tower, Level 9, 445 Flinders Street, Townsville Qld 4810 or may be obtained by contacting the local mines assessment hub on (07) 4447 9230 or mineralhub@resources.qld.gov.au. Making A Properly Made Objection It is advised that any person/entity may make an objection to the grant of the mining lease, and/or a submission about the application for the environmental authority. The objection period, during which objections/submissions can be given, concludes on 4 May, 2021 at 4.30pm (AEST). A properly made objection and/or submission must be received on or before 4.30pm (AEST) on the last day of the objection/submission period. It must be lodged with the chief executive in writing in the approved form, addressed to the relevant Assessment Hub: Mineral Assessment Hub Level 9, 445 Flinders Street, Townsville QLD 4810 PO Box 1752, Townsville QLD 4810 Email: mineralhub@resources.qld.gov.au Objections To The Mining Lease Application: A properly made objection in respect to the grant of the mining lease is one that: • Is lodged on or before the last objection day for the application with the chief executive in writing in the approved form; • States the grounds of the objection and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds; • Is signed and dated by each person/entity (i.e. signatory) making the objection; and • States the name and address of each signatory. Intending objectors should contact the local mines assessment hub on (07) 4447 9230 and obtain the approved objection form (MRA-20) or obtain the approved objection form from the department’s website: https://www. business.qld.gov.au/industries/mining-energy-water/resources/ applications-compliance/forms-fees. A copy of the objection must also be served upon the applicant/s on or before the last day of the objection period at the following address: Edmund Gerald Fitzgerald C/- Avoca Tenement Consulting Pty Ltd P.O. Box 706, Mareeba QLD 4880 Qld@tenementmatters.com.au In accordance with section 11(2) of the Electronic Transactions (Queensland) Act 2001, an objector may only serve an objection to the applicant by email if the applicant has specified an email address in the prescribed form for the application for a mining lease. To effect service, the objector must only use this email address and not another email address (for example, not an email address found by searching the internet). If an email address is not specified in the application form, it is taken that the applicant has not consented to service of an objection by email.

02.08.1943 - 03.04.2017

Brother, Brother-in-Law, Uncle and Friend. We think of you in silence, we often speak your name. What would we give to hear your voice, and see your face again.

Sadly missed and loved, Gary, Lorraine, Benjamin & Kiralee.

Guilfoyle Funeral Services Chapels, Crematorium & Memorial Gardens

Sebastiano Torrisi 23/08/1912 to 28/03/2007

51 Constance Street, Mareeba Invite you to join Services for Holy Week and Easter

Maundy Thursday (April 1st) 5.30pm: Eucharist of the Last Supper Good Friday (April 2nd) 8.00am: Good Friday Service Holy Communion

Atherton: 4091 2147 Mareeba: 4092 1013 Local Family Owned & “Entrusted for over 70 years”

www.guilfoylefunerals.com.au

Loving Husband, Father, Father-in-Law & Grandfather

St Georges’ Anglican Church Wednesday - Holy Week (March 31st) 9.00am: Holy Eucharist

Late of Carinya Home for the Aged. Passed away peacefully on the 18th of March, 2021. Aged 71 years. Loving Mother of Lachlan and Douglas. Relatives and friends of Heather are respectfully invited to attend her funeral service which is to be held at Mountain View Chapel, Guilfoyle’s Tablelands Crematorium, 3 Nasser Road, Atherton on Thursday, 1st April, 2021 commencing at 10.00am. Due to COVID restrictions, a maximum of 200 people may attend this service. If you wish to attend the funeral service, please register with Lachlan on 0438 913 438.

Always in our thoughts and forever in our hearts. Sadly missed every day by your loving wife Rosaria and children, grandchildren & great grandchildren.

petS

adopt a Pet My name is Tiddles. I am one of a litter of 3 adorable kittens who would just love to find an adoring new family. Please come and meet us all.

Easter Sunday (April 4th) 8.30am: Eucharist of Easter Day

Bahá’í Faith “The earth is but one country, and mankind its citizens.” ~ Bahá’u’lláh Meditation and uplifting discussion. All are welcome! Sunday 4th April 1:45pm - Tolga 0488 900 707 - www.bahai.org.au

Easter Sunrise Service 2021 Millaa Millaa Christian Fellowship

IN LOVING MEMORY

Matthew Miles

Contact the refuge on 4092 3060. Hickling Avenue, Mareeba

www.mareebaanimalrefuge.com.au

13.9.1990 - 26.3.2012

Love you always, forget you never.

Love Mum.

Aged CAre Support

puBliC NotiCe TABLELAND CYCLE SPORTS

NOTICE OF AGM

Sunday 4th April Millaa Millaa Lookout 6am - 7am

At 21/42 Mabel Street, Atherton Tuesday 20th April 2021, 7.00pm Enquiries: info@rideatherton.bike

BBQ Breakfast at Hockey’s Farm 8.00am - 9.30am 4741 Palmerston Hwy, Millaa Millaa

A.G.M.

Easter Message 10am ALL WELCOME! Contact Lyndon Hockey 0428 772 902

YOUR LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS

BoAtS AFFORDABLE OUTBOARD SERVICES

Based on the Tablelands. Former Yamaha/Suzuki/Mercury/Honda Dealer.

Call Karl 0447 725 465

Far North Queensland Gingers & Turmerics Coop. Ltd.

KUBIRRI AGED CARE CENTRE Mossman QLD 4873 A unique experience of choice, lifestyle and belonging for all people as they age.

Call Us: 07 4084 4900

For reNt SERVICED OFFICES FOR RENT 1 Jack Street, Atherton P: 0414 700 081

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preSSure CleANiNg Johnno’s Hot & Cold Pressure Cleaning Roofs & Driveways.

0477 774 064

jonnydams18@gmail.com ABN 81 979 860 705

CLACHERTY ROAD CLOSURE

06.04.2021 till 21.04.2021 Clacherty Road will be closed for causeway replacement 1.6 klms along Clacherty Road from Mossman-Mt Molloy Road. There will be no access from Euluma Creek Road to Mossman-Mount Molloy Road for this period. Council Permit No. #21/006 Contractor: Gregg Construction Pty Ltd Phone: (07) 4092 1389

1.00pm, Saturday 10th April Atherton QCWA Rooms Jack St, Atherton

Wish the Bride & Groom all the best in The Express!

gArAge SAle Easter Garage Sale

Parkinson’s Support Group Tolga Wednesday 7th April Tolga Community Centre, 65 Main Street, Tolga 10.00am - 12noon Phone: 0418 783 841

MAREEBA ALL BREEDS HORSE SHOW

A.G.M.

Tuesday 13th April Speewah Tavern @ 6.30pm

Wide range of shed / household goods, leather handbags, lounge, bookcase, sofabed, china antiques, modern collectibles, decorative LPs, picture frames, christmas decorations, kitchen stuff etc.

8AM - 4PM OVER EASTER RN168 Anderson Road, Peeramon

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CLASSIFIEDS Position Vacant

Funeral

Chano Trentin’s

TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS

MOTOR VEHICLE MECHANIC

Tableland Traffic Control is seeking skilled, experienced and licenced Level 1 and 2 Traffic Controllers to work across our various projects throughout the Tablelands and surrounds.

ALL WHEEL DRIVE CENTRE

Program Manager - Mornington Island Full Time, Permanent Opportunity Mission Australia provides 3 community services on Mornington Island, Queensland. One of them is the Safehouse. The Safehouse provides a safe place for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island children and young people who have entered the statutory child protection system, enabling them to remain in their community; or to facilitate reunification with family or kin for children and young people from Mornington Island who have previously been removed from the Island. Interested candidates must have experience: • Overseeing and managing a residential facility and supporting a team of support workers • Ensuring program delivery is client-focused, effective and in line with contractual agreements • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders • Experience working with Aboriginal communities in remote and rural regions, with an in-depth understanding and respect for the culture Qualifications & Experience: • Background in child protection, demonstrable knowledge in residential services and/or out of home care • Strong report writing, communication and management skills; understanding Child Protection legislation and guidelines, including Human Services Quality Frameworks • Excellent time management and prioritisation skills; able to work to deadlines effectively Holding a relevant tertiary qualification would be beneficial, however your commitment to, improving the lives of Aboriginal children and helping them to reconnect with country, culture and community is the most important aspect. Working with Children Blue Card, National Police History Check and Queensland Driver Licence is mandatory.

For further information and a position description visit: http://careers.missionaustralia.com.au

Join us and stand together with Australians in need until they can stand for themselves.

SALES AGRONOMIST

E.E Muir & Sons Pty Ltd is a well-established and respected family-owned Australian horticultural supply and services company with a national footprint. The company is 100% involved in the production of food and the movement of horticultural inputs and is considered an “Essential Service” business. We are focussed on providing sustainable, innovative solutions and superior services for the benefit of agricultural producers and consumers and have a proud track record of doing so for over 90 years. An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Sales Agronomist to join our team at our newly opened branch in Mareeba and surrounding region. Reporting through to the Area Manager, the successful applicant will be responsible for technical, agronomy and sales opportunities into an expanding customer base. The key responsibility of this role will be sales and servicing of some key clients while also being involved in product development. Other key areas of responsibility will include: • Forecasting • Working closely and collaboratively with other members of the EEM technical team • Working closely and collaboratively with EEM Senior Management • Confidently undertaking farm visits and advising key farm accounts on fertiliser and plant nutritional matters • Assist in identifying new product opportunities, and subsequent product development • Establishing relationships with new clients • Initiation of and overseeing the management of demonstrations and trials to produce results with appropriate commercial relevance and scientific rigour. This is a role for a Sales Agronomist, who is suitably experienced (or someone who is ready to advance their career) and ideally has university qualifications in Agricultural Science or an equivalent scientifically related field. Additionally, the successful applicant will have: • A good working knowledge of the nutritional requirements of horticulture and other high value crops in North Queensland. • Ability to influence the Fertiliser and Crop Protection decision making process at customer and farm level. • Good presentation and communication skills. • Ability to read and write technical reports. • Ability to operate on farm with all levels of farming enterprises. • Relevant computer skills across the Microsoft office suite of software. • Current drivers licence • Ability and willingness to travel • A commercial awareness of the general horticulture industry The successful applicant will be rewarded with a remuneration package that will include a competitive salary, superannuation, company vehicle, phone, computer and four weeks annual leave.

A suitable trade qualified Motor Mechanic is required for a full time position at Chano Trentin’s All Wheel Drive Centre, Motor Dealership in Atherton. RWC and forklift license preferred but not essential, required to work 38-40 hours per week.

WANTED - TABLELANDS

Please email resume to: ttc@hotmail.com.au Or phone Steve: 0402 409 294

Apply by sending Resume to: admin@allwheeldrivecentre.com.au

Cash 4 Containers FNQ

COOK WANTED

Kairi Hotel is looking for a COOK to join our growing team!

This is a permanent part-time position (32 hours/week) working weekdays/nights and weekends. Successful applicant will work well under pressure in a team environment. Previous experience necessary.

Please send your resume to: admin@kairihotel.com.au

YOUR LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS

Is seeking a hands-on person to supervise our Mareeba Depot

The successful applicant will have the following attributes: • Excellent customer service skills • Excellent math and cash handling skills • Good communication skills • Good organisational and time management skills • Experience in supervising small teams • Good IT skills (computers and Android apps) • Ability to understand and work with basic spreadsheets • Good understanding of WHS • Willingness to be hands-on on the floor • Be physically capable of sorting and lifting containers and working on their feet for extended periods in a fast-paced environment Please email resume to: hrmanager.commservices@gmail.com

DEBBIE BOARDMAN

Funeral Celebrant Final farewells with respect. Phone 0410 328 357

Butcher MOBILE farm butcher. Ph John Hales 0409 638 882. LOCAL Mobile Farm Butcher - will travel. Ph Bryan 0407 691 752. BILL Black Mobile Butcher. Hang up to 7 days. 0408 922 812.

Meeting AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS For friends and family of Alcoholics.

Meetings in Yungaburra P: 0413 346 957

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Mareeba Office Administrator/Property Manager Assistant Extraordinaire We are currently seeking a highly organised, reliable, team oriented person to join our team. This is a key position within our organisation that requires a well presented person with a systematic approach and a ‘can do’ attitude. This role will suit those that have: • The ability to manage priorities and meet tight deadlines • A ‘can do’ attitude and who thrive on finding solutions • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Attention to detail and a high level of initiative • Enjoy working in a small but vibrant team, and • Are willing to undertake ongoing development and training As The Office Administrator/PM Assistant you will be responsible for: • The efficient operation of front of house • Providing support to the Property Management Team • Meeting and greeting clients and attending to incoming calls This role is a permanent full time position. Applicants with property management experience are preferred but not necessary. Sound like you? If you would like to join our team please forward your resume and a cover letter to: norma.moloney@raywhite.com

ADVERTISING works. Call us on 4092 3464.

PROGRAM SUPPORT OFFICER ATHERTON

Fixed Term until 30 June, 2023 Part time 60 hours per fortnight (negotiable) The salary range is $77,215 - $83,579 Per Annum full time (37.5 hours per week) Plus 5 weeks Annual Leave pro rata 17.5% annual leave loading and 9.5% Super Guarantee What you’ll do: • Assist project managers to manage their projects by helping to develop project applications, develop and monitor budgets, meet reporting obligations, and produce subcontracts. • Identify, analyse and resolve risks associated with projects. • Project administration and logistics. • Contribute to system reviews to improve project management efficiency. • Plan project workloads and prioritise tasks to ensure that project reporting deadlines are met. What we’re looking for: • Experience in supporting the delivery of government funding agreements with qualifications in business, commerce or project management. • Working knowledge of project management, contracting, budgeting, and cost control principles. • An exceptional communicator. • A talented time manager who can manage multiple complex matters and meet deadlines. • Advanced Microsoft Office, Reckon and Google Drive skills with an interest in innovative technology solutions. To find out more, download the application kit at: capeyorknrm.com.au/about/vacancies Applications close 9am, Monday 12 April, 2021. Interviews week of 12 April, 2021.

Did you know...

Wanted MOTORCYCLES WANTED 2 or 4 wheels, running or not. Will pay cash! Pick up in most areas.

 0400 079 544 Caretakers With Own Caravan Wanted 7th April to 25th May, house on half acre in Tolga. Please Phone 0488 953 367

Classified deadlines

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CLASSIFIEDS PoSition Vacant

LEGAL SECRETARY

Applications are invited for a self-motivated person to be appointed as a Permanent Full-time Legal Secretary with David Anthony Solicitors. The primary duties of the position will be to provide quality service to all clients, attend to administrative duties as required and assist professional staff. Proficient typing skills, computer skills and literacy, a pleasant attitude, attention to detail and a willingness to work are essential. Effective communication skills and the ability to interact with staff and members of the public will be highly regarded as will the ability to manage time and prioritise and plan work. Legal experience will be an advantage but is not a prerequisite, as is MYOB experience. Applications from interested persons close on Wednesday 07 April 2021 and are to be addressed to:

David Anthony Solicitors P.O. Box 53, MAREEBA Q.4880 Or emailed to: reception@dasmareeba.com.au

PLUMBER • High regard for WH&S • Good communication skills and willing to guide an Apprentice • Construction Induction Card and Drivers Licence • Machinery Tickets an advantage

Please send resumes to: bronson.elise@bigpond.com

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For Sale ATHERTON TABLELAND

HOME ASSIST SECURE

CASUAL FIELD OFFICER

Applications are invited for the casual position of Field Officer, 2-3 days per week, at the Atherton Tablelands Home Assist Secure office. The successful applicant must have relevant building qualifications and demonstrated experience of building maintenance. The ability to interpret basic work plans for the construction of hand and grab rails, access ramps and minor house modifications. A basic knowledge of computers and a “C” class drivers license. The ability to pass a Police check and good communication and interpersonal skills. Salary and conditions of employment will be in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award 2010. Further information on the position, a job description and selection criteria may be obtained by telephoning Home Assist Secure on 4091 4512 between 8am and 2pm Mon-Thur and 8am to 12 noon on Friday. Applications, addressed to the Coordinator, detailing qualifications and/or experience, together with selection criteria will be received until Tuesday, 21st April, 2021.

P: 043 954 6568 - E: lorna.clark13@gmail.com

YOUR LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS

Address is: 26 Albrecht St in the Atherton Industrial Estate at Tolga.

P.O. Box 1281, ATHERTON 4883

2007 Knudsen RV 5th Wheeler Caravan & 2013 Nissan Navara Manual 4WD Twincab 110,000 klms, 5th Wheeler is a single axle 6m O.A. and has a double bed, shower /toilet, a/c reverse cycle, large 3 way fridge & freezer, 3 burner gas stove & oven, microwave and hot water system.

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SPORT Outriggers hold first Regatta of the season The Dam Outrigger Canoe club held their annual Regatta last Saturday signaling the start of their season. PHOTO CREDIT: Melanie Leigh

TINAROO Dam was full of almost 300 canoers as the Dam Outrigger Canoe Club hosted their Annual Regatta signaling the start of their season last Sat-

urday, March 27. With teams coming as far as the Torres Strait the club was ecstatic to get out on the water in near perfect conditions.

Coral Sea Outrigger Canoe Club ended up taking the most points for the day followed by Mission Beach with a great performance by the Torres Strait team on the Saturday. The Dam, Mission Beach and Coconut juniors all got medals for their performances during the regatta. Dam Outrigger Canoe Club Secretary Colene Clifton said it was a good day of racing with good numbers and weather conditions. “The weather was terrific there was no rain, it was a good day of paddling,” she said. “The program moved quickly people were on the ball. “It was a very good day of racing with a good standard of competition and fun was had by all.”

Young blood grabs a bundle IN the opening round of the Mareeba Men’s Basketball Competition, Stingrays over shadowed the Red Devils 56 points to 62. Veteran Christy Perks claimed 18 points, with Jerome Gully and Zemekis Hunter among the other stronger contributors for the Rays. Few of the old guard were on deck for the Devils but still they were still able to put together a solid performance. The youth of Red Devils was led by Zac Myrteza’s 20 points and his keen defensive presence. Sep Aloia found touch in the second half when some of the younger players caught on to his ability to get free around the rim. In the second game, emerg-

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Who is your favourite football player? Craig Wing What position do you play? Five-eighth What is your favourite part about playing football? Being around the boys What is your favourite hobby outside of football? Fishing What is your favourite food? Steak

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What position do you play? Hooker What is your favourite part about playing football? Defending, tackling is the best bit about football What is your favourite hobby outside of football? Camp drafting What is your favourite food? Tacos

Jerome Gully challenges the shot of Zayde Myrteza.

ing young blood, Brennan Collis, sent a 31-point statement out to all rivals in the first round of the Mareeba Men’s Basketball Competition. With sharpened elbows, Collis looks to be a spearhead inside the paint for a Council squad stacked with versatile guards. Paul Flanagan had a quite night, perhaps still caught up in

the lights of last week’s media attention. For the Ballers, the two big men, Dean Gallo and Luke Wainwright worked tirelessly, with Gallo’s wobbly ankle in the third quarter a key excuse for the Ballers on the night. Council took the spoils 59 v Ballers 46.

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The Mareeba Turf Club is gearing up for a massive Easter race meet this Saturday. PHOTO PETER ROY.

Easter races hop into Mareeba The Mareeba Turf Club has geared up for another full day of racing with their scheduled Easter races this Saturday, April 3. After the Einasleigh Easter Races were cancelled the torch was passed onto the Mareeba Turf Club who has taken the honour to host with open arms. There will be live entertainment on the day with a water slide and jumping castle to keep the little ones entertained. With a five-race program on

the card the Easter day out is set to be one full of fun including an Easter theme and fashions on the field. Mareeba Turf Club President Alex Malliff said that the club is “ready and waiting” for people to come flooding through the gates. “It’s going to be a family fun fueled day with a water slide, jumping castle and lots of easter eggs for the kids,” he said. “We were approached by the Country Racing Manager of

Racing Queensland to host this event for Einasleigh, and we were more than happy to take it on. “I’d love to see 1000 people there enjoying the races, that would be good that’s our goal.” Tickets for the event are sure to sell out quick. To get yours before you miss out, head to www.trybooking.com/BPBYR to secure your place race side this Easter.

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THE Mareeba Cricket Club held their end of season presentation last Saturday, March 27 with juniors, seniors and ladies attending to be awarded trophies and compete in some interclub competitions. The day started with the inaugural Mareeba seconds vs thirds championships played on Borzi park before the presentations took place, this was followed by the ladies and junior games. Ryan Jaszczyszyn was the outstanding junior on the night taking away the junior champion award, rep player of the year award among others with his performances throughout the season. Jett Prien was the man of the night taking home a wheelbarrow full of awards for his exploits in senior cricket. Jett not only took home Jett Prien was the man of the night taking away a two awards for two of his wheelbarrow full of awards for his dominating Second Grade batting performances but performances. also the most runs in Second Roseblade were awarded The night ended with Grade award, second grade players player, the Gordon the Frosty Firth Memorial cheers and congratulations Pashen Memorial Shield and Shield, they are a mainstay at as players and supporters the John Henry Memorial Second Grade games and can regaled stories of seasons always be counted on to lend past and hopes for seasons to shield, among others. Cian Cochran was award- a hand when needed. come. Brothers Bradley and Steed the most wickets in Second Grade award which was ven Hogan both took away well deserved as Cian spent awards for Third Grade some time at the top of the with Bradley being awarded CFN ladder for most wickets the most wickets in third grade award and Steven takin Second Grade. Outstanding supporters ing away the players player and volunteers Jeff and Gail award. Jeff and Gail Roseblade were recognised as the club's most impactful volunteers this year being awarded the Frosty Firth Memorial Shield.

Ryan Jaszczyszyn was the Junior player of the year with him taking away a plethora of awards for his outstanding performances both within the club and in representative sides.

Nathan Sciani, Juanita Barter, Chris Upite and Adam Van Helton on Saturday’s ride.

ON Saturday long distance cyclist Nathan Sciani and two teammates rode 250km in 24 hours through the scenic Atherton Tablelands as a part of an Audax challenge ride. The challenge allows participants to ride wherever they wish, so long as it meets the distance and time requirements, and Mr Sciani said this year they chose their own home. “We looked forward to having the scenic route this year instead of going down to Townsville, with the Atherton

Tablelands in our own backyard,” he said. “We started in Edge Hill and went up the Gillies Range with stops in Milla Milla, Ravenshoe, Herberton, Atherton and Mareeba then up to Julatten to the finish line in Port Douglas. “Overall, we covered approximately 4000 metres worth of elevation and had to complete around 25km in the last two hours in order to make the time, which was easy luckily. “Our ride began on Saturday, March 27 at 7am and finished in

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Port Douglas on Sunday, March 28 at 7am in Port Douglas.” Although nervous for the ride, Mr Sciani said he enjoyed the stops along the way for local coffee, bakery goods and a nice massage at the end. “We enjoyed the taste all the good coffee and bakery food along the way to fuel up on the long ride,” he said. “Our butts were so sore by the end of it – but good thing we had a pool and massages at the end.”

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SPORT Breanne sails away with two state titles SAILING star Breanne Wadley has taken out two more state championships after recently competing in both Victoria and Tasmania. The Victorian State Championships were held at Blairgowrie Sailing Club near Melbourne while the Tasmanian Open Skiff State Championships were at Kingston Beach Sailing Club. Out of the five races at the Victorian Championships Breanne was able to win four and come out in second in the other race, securing her second Victorian State Championship win. Up next was the nine race Tasmanian Open Skiff Championship in some of the toughest sailing conditions possible. With wind speeds varying from 0 to 20 knots from every possible direction it was a battle, but Breanne eventually came away winning eight of the nine races and securing the Tasmanian Championship. Up next on the sailing calendar for Breanne is the Sail Airlie Easter Regatta over the Easter weekend.

Breanne Wadley has added two more State Championship wins to her belt after the recent Victoria and Tasmania State Championships.

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Kara lifts her way to top spot MAREEBA high school student Kara Trimble is standing at the top of the cross-fitting world after she was ranked number one in the nation for the Allstar Challenge in the 14 to 18 girls age group. Kara only started training in CrossFit in 2016 after a friend had suggested it to her, since then she never really took it seriously until the 2020 COVID lockdown hit. While in lockdown Kara

competed and performed well in an online competition, from then she has taken her training much more seriously. Kara had to send in videos for four separate workouts that were judged which then placed her as No.1 in the nation after the fourth and final workout. Now Kara will be traveling down to Brisbane in August to compete against the no.2 and no.3 in Australia in her age group.

“It’s pretty cool I didn’t think that I could do anything like that from working out at home with my three dumbbells, a couple weights and a tire,” she said. “I’m very proud of how far I have come compared to where I started. “I want to continue doing CrossFit it gets my mind of everything, nothing else matters while I’m doing this.”

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Roosters go down by six

Roosters fullback Nathan Curcio with the ball in hand on Saturday night.

AN improved final twenty minutes from the Atherton Roosters first grade side wasn’t enough to save the points in their Cairns District Rugby League round one premiership match with Ivanhoes at the Mungalli Creek Dairy Stadium on Saturday night. In the end it was Ivanhoes winning 18-12 after the scores were locked at 6 all for the halftime break. There were no real bright spots for the Roosters who struggled with poor discipline and this proved costly in the final summary. Atherton had plenty of scoring opportunities in the first forty minutes but there were many ball spills in the final handling exchanges. A come from behind effort has given the Roosters under 18 side a winning start to the new season.

Gators draw on season opener THE Mareeba Gladiators faced the Kangaroos last Sunday to officially kick of the 2021 Cairns District Rugby League (CDRL) season, coming away with a draw. The Gladiators had been preparing for a hot steamy day in the leadup to Sunday’s match and were met with a surprise when it started raining at 1pm and did not stop until well after the game. The game then boiled down to a hard slog between the two teams both struggling to get over the line and score.

With the weather playing a massive role in the outcome of the game the Gladiators were thrown up against the mighty wall of the Kangaroo middle and had to adjust their game plan. After a hard battle, the Gladiators were able to tie up the Kangaroos and come away with a draw, a good outcome according to Gladiators Captain Coach Trent Barnard. “I was able to go to bed a lot easier on Sunday night after coming away with the draw, we were aiming for a win, but

a draw is better than a loss,” he said. “There was a lot of positive signs there with the boys, you could see the good culture coming through. “We’re definitely on the right track.” The game ended 14 all and the Gladiators will now be taking a break over Easter before facing Mossman at home at Davies Park. Both the U18’s and the reserves were able to come away with wins on the back of the AGrade draw.

Down 12-4 at the break, the young Roosters powered back in the second session to win 22-16 over Ivanhoes. Winger Tommy Cuda scored a treble of four pointers in the Roosters five tries to three victory while team mate Ryan Gallagher crossed for a double. Ivanhoes won the reserve grade match 52-0 and the ladies tackle trial match 34-4 over Atherton. Results from the other CDRL first grade games played - Suburbs 32 defeated Tully 18, Mareeba and Kangaroos played a 14 all draw, Brothers crunched Mossman 38-10, Edmonton downed Innisfail 24-14. The Atherton Roosters next match is an away game against Cairns Brothers on Sunday April 11 at Williams Park in three grades from 12 noon.

Bulls bow out of Super Cup THE Bulls Premier Ladies will be forced to take a seat after losing to Brothers Townsville in the latest knockout round of the Kappa Women’s Super Cup. The first half of the match was a clear victory for Townsville with them dominating the pitch, the Bulls came out hard in the second half, but it was too little too late. A goal within the first 15 minutes set the pace for Townsville as they controlled the game until halftime. Townsville put the final nail in the coffin with five minutes remaining on the clock securing their second and final goal of the game. Bulls Premier Ladies Coach Marcello Savaglio said he was disappointed with the result but was still happy with the way his team performed. “The result was disappointing competitively I thought we were pretty evenly matched,” he said. “We were just a bit off in the first half and couldn’t secure the ball giving off silly fouls. “We were the dominant team in the second half we just couldn’t create that final chance.” The Bulls Premier Ladies will now be in sharp form heading into the regular season after some difficult preseason battles in the Kappa Women’s Super-Cup. The Bulls will now host the Stratford Dolphins for the first games of the regular season on April 9 in Mareeba.

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