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BIGGEST AND BEST FIELD DAYS

Hailed a success, it was a record breaking year for the 2019 Rotary FNQ Field Days. Held over three days last week at the Mareeba Rodeo Grounds, it was the biggest and best to date with the biennial event attracting more than 500 exhibitors across the 600 sites and over 19,000 people through the gates. Chair Ida Portella (pictured) was ecstacic with the success of the event. â– FULL STORY PAGE 3

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MAREEBA State High School students were given a special chance to engage with young adult writer Will Kostakis last week. Mr Kostakis attended a special program in two parts of the day with one session in the morn-

ing and another in the afternoon. “I got my first book deal while I was 17, I was still in high school,” he said. “My first book came out when I was 19. “And I’ve been touring schools ever since.”

Taking the lead MAREEBA Shire Council has reduced its dog registration fee for de-sexed dogs to just $20 to encourage residents to be responsible pet owners. Mayor Tom Gilmore said it is known that de-sexed animals are less likely to be aggressive and wander at large and Council is offering a financial incentive to get their dogs de-sexed. “There has been a positive increase in the number of dog registrations which shows residents are being proactive and doing the right thing,” Cr Gilmore said. “Owning a dog comes with the responsibility of ensuring

Mr Kostakis went to a school that had regular author visits and supportive teachers who encouraged him to write. “Now I’m in a position where I can give back and tour Australia,” he said. “Touring regional areas like

Far North Queensland and sort of share my craft and inspire the next generation.” The Sydney native expressed his desire to involve regional areas in the writing industry. “It means I’m living out of a suitcase a lot of the time,” he

laughed. “Lots of motels but you know I get to see more of Australia and I get to see so many different kids. “There are so many talented kids out there who are just looking for that little nudge and that little bit of encouragement.”

Emily Pattison and her 3-year-old border collie, Wilga.

the animal is registered, microchipped and kept in a safe and secure environment. “It's also a timely reminder that dogs must be kept on a lead when outside their properties.” Dog registration renewal notices have been issued and must be paid by 30 June 2019. Fines may apply if residents fail to notify Council of any changes to their dog's registration details including change of property address, change of ownership or the dog no longer lives in the Shire. sponsibility to make sure their to date so if the dog is found return it back home safely,” Cr “It is the pet owner's re- dog's registration details are up wandering at large, our staff can Gilmore said.

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“Resounding success” MAREEBA was abuzz with excitement last week as the biennial Rotary FNQ Field Days was held at the Mareeba Rodeo Grounds. More than 19,000 visitors attended the event over the three days to see what the 600 stalls and 500 exhibitors had to offer, as everything relating to agriculture and rural living was on display. Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries Mark Furner officially opened the event on Wednesday, setting up a strong first day for the largest field days in northern Australia. Rotary FNQ Field Days Chair Ida Portella described this year’s event as a “resounding success”. “When speaking with the exhibitors, they provided great feedback and have spoken about how much they love coming here and how it’s one of the best events on the calendar,” she said. “So that in itself proves that it’s been a very successful event, and for us if the exhibitors are happy, we’re happy.” In addition, Ms Portella noted the great response from the visitors who attended the 2019 Rotary FNQ Field Days. “I’ve been talking to visitors from all over the country, and not only did they applaud the variety of displays that were available, they were very pleased with the expansion of our site,” she said. “There’s been a lot of positiv-

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ity surrounding our expansion; I think you’ve always got to be looking to take opportunities to improve your event and I feel the new and improved areas were a welcome addition. “So now it’s about ensuring future growth and hopefully 2021’s Field Days will be even better. “Also, it was fantastic that the

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weather held out, we were a little worried about the rain but thankfully we went through the entire three days without a hitch.” The three core themes of this year’s Field Days were farm safety, mental health and innovation, and Ms Portella was ecstatic with the delivery of those three themes across the three days. “It was particularly great to

have former rugby league legend Shane Webcke as the special guest this year, he had a very powerful message on farm safety and you could tell it hit home with those who were listening,” she said. “He had a packed crowd when he spoke and raised some really important issues regarding farm safety at what is a very per-

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in the region who do such crucial work with mental health and wellbeing in general.” Ms Portella said she would like to thank the Mareeba and Atherton Rotary Clubs, the volunteers, exhibitors and the thousands of visitors for a wonderful 2019 Rotary FNQ Field Days. The 2021 Field Days will be held from May 26-28.

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Roads of Remembrance

The road signs before and after the Road’s of Remembrance Project.

A GIANT body of work has been completed on Tableland Regional Council’s Roads of Remembrance Project. A $20,364 Commonwealth Government Armistice Centenary Grant helped to research and identify roads in our region that are named after people, places or events associated with World War I. “It was great to see the community help us identify these important Tablelands landmarks,” said Mayor Joe Paronella. “The Eacham and Tolga Historical Societies also sup-

plied and verified information. “Our records did not go back far enough to confirm the history of road names so we used family records, National Archives, military records and other sources and to identify 13 roads in the region. “In late April these were recognised with new street signs. “Look for these signs as you travel across the region — they are easily identified by the Australian Defence Force Rising Sun emblem. “We’ve published the background information on these roads on our website so you can

follow the historical paths these roads took. “This important project acknowledges a significant military conflict in our history and those from our region who played their part. “It will ensure that we do not forget,” said Mayor Paronella. If you have information about World War I people, places or events that might be linked to roads in our region, contact us. This activity received grant funding from the Australian Government.

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Alannah Falvo won the Rostrum Voice of Youth district competition in Cairns.

Voice of our youth YEAR 9 St Stephens’s Catholic College student Alannah Falvo recently competed in the Rostrum Voice of Youth competition. Alannah took park in the junior public speaking competition held at St Augustine’s Col-

lege in Cairns winning the local comp on her first time. Alannah had to prepare two speeches; one beforehand and another impromptu speech. Alannah said that “it was a lot of fun”. “It was a really good experi-

ence to meet other people and listen to their speeches. “It was inspirational.” After winning the local competition Alannah will now head to Brisbane on July 6 to compete against other public speakers from across the state.

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AGRICULTURAL economic prosperity will flow on the Atherton Tablelands and Far North Queensland with the LNP’s plan to build Nullinga Dam. Speaking at the MSF Sugar Tableland Mill, LNP Shadow Minister for Agriculture Tony Perrett recommitted that a Deb Frecklington LNP Government would get the Nullinga Dam project shovel ready, so it could access federal water infrastructure funding. Mr Perrett said Far North Queensland’s water security is critical to the region’s prosperity and future economic opportunities. “It’s essential that Cairns and the Atherton Tablelands have reliable water and it’s time we got

this project going,” Mr Perrett said. “The proposed Nullinga Dam site in the Atherton Tablelands would serve growing urban demand in Cairns and support local agriculture. “We already know how important agriculture is to the Tablelands. “By making even more water available, the region will finally be able to unlock its production potential and increase opportunities throughout the agricultural supply chain. Mr Perrett said more water means more fruit, vegetables, sugar cane and jobs. “The LNP backs this dam because water means jobs – especially in agricultural areas like

the Tablelands," he said. “Annastacia Palaszczuk doesn’t have a plan to create jobs, and Queensland is suffering as a result, with one of the worst unemployment rates in the country. “You don’t have to explain to Tablelanders about the economic impacts dams can have on regions. “Just look at the impact the Tinaroo Dam had on the prosperity of the region in the 1960s.” LNP Shadow Minister for Natural Resources Dale Last said if elected in October 2020, an LNP Government would contribute $10 million to the project and develop an Environmental Impact Statement for the site identified on the Walsh River, west of Atherton.

“Queensland hasn’t built a dam in the regions for 14 years,” he said. “That’s why we have committed to setting up the Queensland Dam Company to build new dams like Nullinga. “Annastacia Palaszczuk is anti-dams, anti-regions and antijobs.” Mr Last said the Nullinga Dam will kick-start the regional economy, create new jobs and provide water security for generations to come. “The LNP is listening to locals and farmers are telling us they need water security to grow their businesses,” he said. “While Labor is destroying jobs in North Queensland, the LNP has a plan to create them.”

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Excellence Hall of Fame Award

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takes into account the quality, quantity and recency of reviews and opinions submitted by travellers on TripAdvisor over a 12-month period as well as business’ tenure and ranking on the Popularity Index on the site. Winning the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for five consecutive years is a remarkable feat. TripAdvisor inducts five-time award winners into the ‘Hall of Fame’ by putting a spotlight on establishments that are focused on consistently delivering great service to consumers. TripAdvisor not only helps drive an improvement to standards around the world, it also gives establishments both large and small the ability to shine and stand out from the competition. A spokesperson from the

Mareeba Heritage Museum and Visitor Information Centre said while it’s exciting and rewarding for our dedication to excellence to be recognized on the world's largest travel site, we know these awards are only earned by receiving consistently great reviews from our visitors who chose to share their experience with other travellers. “We thank everyone for generously sharing their story online for the entire world to read,” they said. “Come and visit us and discover why we have so many excellent reviews. “We’d love the opportunity to show you around our Museum and tell you about our beautiful region.”

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Local farmer Chris Maisel was the overall winner of the 2019 Tractor Pull competition.

THE afternoon of day two at the Rotary FNQ Field Days last week was abuzz with excitement as the final round of the John Deere Tractor and Garden Tractor Pull took place. Competitors from right across North Queensland descended upon the Mareeba Rodeo Grounds to test their tractors as they faced off against a purposebuilt weight transfer sled, where they were tasked with pulling the sled as far as they can along a 120m track. Despite a number of impressive tractors on display throughout the two-day competition, it was Chris Maisel who was named the overall winner. “It was obviously great to come away with the win - we brought 13 tractors overall and we were pulling with seven to-

day,” he said. “The Tractor Pull is something we always enjoy competing in, as it provides us the opportunity to get our tractors out of the shed, cleaned up and see whose is the best. “Not only that, it also is a great social experience that brings together people with similar interests which is always a good thing.” NQ Tractor Pulling Inc. Secretary and Tractor Pull coordinator Bronwyn Dwyer described this year’s competition as a “resounding success”. “We had 44 tractors along with 22 stationary tractors and four garden tractors at this year’s event,” she said. “Participants don’t get the chance to get their tractors out too often, and given they’re vin-

tage tractors that are more than 40 years old, I think that’s what makes the Tractor Pull so special. “Also, it was particularly great to see the young and upand-coming participants competing; they’re going to be the one’s coming through the ranks and most of them are kids of members so that’s great from the club’s perspective.” Ms Dwyer took time to thank those who contributed to the John Deere Tractor and Garden Tractor Pull’s overwhelming success. “I think we need to recognise the entire club and everyone who has helped put this together,” she said. “In particular, a special thanks goes to Mark and Martin Brown, Chris Maisel and Peter Howe for their enormous contribution.”

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High flyers morning tea leaves students on a high

RECOGNISED: Mareeba State High School students at the High Flyers morning tea.

MAREEBA State High School hosted a morning tea aimed at acknowledging the hard work of their students and rewarding them. The morning tea, last Tuesday, garnered a population of 72 students’ being recognised for academic prowess. These academic accomplish-

ments weren’t just for external subjects. Gifted and Talented Coordinator Mrs Stefanie Prizmic said that the morning tea also acknowledged students for their report card grades. “The purpose of the morning tea was to celebrate and congratulate students who did ex-

ceptionally well on their report cards from term one,” she said. “Also for those students who participated in extracurricular activities in term one. “Such as Brain Bee, Lions Youth of the year, Bendigo Bank junior observers and the chess competition.” Some of the notable students

during the morning tea including the chess team who performed well and Gamuchirai Makoti who was the district and zone winner of Lions Youth of the Year earning her a ticket to Townsville. “It was also mainly to celebrate those students who did really well on their report cards,”

she said. “We had parents and teachers here as well recognising their children and seeing how well they are doing. “I think the students are doing very well we had 72 students who only got A’s and B’s on their report cards. The academic morning tea

hasn’t been used based of the report card format for many years. “It’s important for us to continue to support those kids who work hard in school.” Mrs Prizmic’s views on the students at Mareeba State High School is one of broad encouragement “I don’t think that I should just be working with gifted and talented students,” she said. “I see my role as working with all students and trying to get them to be doing their best. “Even if you’re not gifted and talented doesn’t mean you can’t do great things.” Commenting on her new position of Gifted and Talented Coordinator Mrs Prizmic said that she “loves it”. “I get to work with fantastic kids,” she said. “I love my job; every day in my job is different. “I really love working with the kids.” Mrs Prizmic believes that she has some ‘big shoes to fill’ after her predecessor Mrs Ellacott. “I think I’m doing okay,” she said. “I think that I have a nice relationship with the kids. The ‘High Flyers’ morning tea was followed by a morning tea aimed at the Distance education students who are pursuing other subjects out of the normal curriculum. The Distance Ed morning tea that occurred yesterday was the first time the teachers who run the courses attended with their students.

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CLUB NEWS Farm safety plea comes from the heart With Mareeba Lions

On June 16, Mareeba Lions will be holding the 2019 Metrogaine and Biggest BBQ to raise money specifically for the Australian Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundation. The event is assured to be a success with fantastic local support ensuring substantial funds will be raised for this great cause. Lions Australia is one of Australia’s largest service organisations with almost 25,000 members and 1,200 clubs across Australia. Lions Australia raises over $20 million per annum to assist in community and health projects, and funding for Lions foundations and programmes. Lions Australia has been supporting childhood cancer research at least as far back as 1976. Since that time childhood cancer survival rates have improved to about 80% but unfortunately every year in Australia more than 900 children are still diagnosed with cancer and three Australian Children die from cancer every week. Among childhood illnesses, cancer remains the most common cause of death in Australia. Since 1996, Lions Australia has shown outstanding commitment contributing over $5 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 a right to a healthy life. The Mareeba Lions Family Fun Metrogaine and BBQ is an annual fundraising event undertaken by the club specifically to raise funds for the Australian Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundation. Funds raised will be used to help achieve the ALCCRF’S mission to prevent kids with cancer dying by donating these funds to the best scientific and clinical childhood cancer research conducted right across Australia. Come and join the Lions and supporters on the 16th June and do your bit in ensuring that every Australian child has a right to a healthy life. 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. Visit www.mareeba.qld. lions.org.au

FARM safety was one of the three core themes of the 2019 Rotary FNQ Field Days, and it is an issue that hits close to home for this year’s event’s special guest Shane Webcke and Rotary FNQ Field Days Health and Safety Officer Joe Moro. The theme is of particular relevance to Mr Webcke and Mr Moro as they share an unfortunate tragedy, having both lost their fathers to a workplace accident when they were young. Mr Moro was just 11 years of age when his father died in a tractor accident whilst working on his tobacco farm in Biboohra in Far North Queensland. Mr Moro spoke open and honestly about the impact his loss had on his family and his mother in particular. “My dad died after falling off a tractor which then ran over him,” he said. “He bled to death in the middle of the paddock by himself. “The impact my father’s death had on our family was huge – I don’t believe my mother has ever recovered from the loss of her husband.” Mr Moro said he felt now was the right time to implement farm safety as one of the themes at this year’s Field Days given the number of injuries and deaths that have occurred in rural communities in recent times. “As many of us know, an elderly man lost his life in a tractor accident in this region last week, and ultimately it doesn’t matter how it happened, what matters is that one fatality is one too many,” he said. “And for myself personally, whether on a farm or not, workplace safety is something I’m very passionate about and I don’t appreciate people who joke about it or take it lightly. “Because the consequences are very serious, and there are plenty of people who know them firsthand as they’ve been told about something terrible that has

Joe Moro and Shane Webcke talked on the importance of farm safety.

happened to one of their loved ones.” Mr Moro noted his appreciation for Shane Webcke making an appearance at Field Days and delivering such a powerful message. “I would love to say thank you to Shane on behalf of the Rotary FNQ Field Days team; I think any person who has the passion he does about farm safety and articulates it in the manner he does should be commended,” he said. “He is driving such a strong message, and if there’s one family who doesn’t have to go through the trauma Shane and I’s family did because of initiatives like we’re doing at Field Days, then that is fantastic.” Mr Webcke takes a similarly candid approach when speaking on farm safety, as he will often

paint a graphic picture regarding his father’s death in an attempt to bolster his message. Mr Webcke was 17 when his father died in a workplace accident after a wool press he was using experienced a failure. “I want people to get a sense of the horrific nature of a workplace accident,” he said. “I then want them to lock that inside and vow and declare that when they go into their workplace, they will say to themselves, “I’m not dying today and I will not change my family’s life today”. “And I implore people to do that because my family and I went through a similar thing to Joe; and we have never recovered. “We don’t cry ourselves to sleep every night, but there is a hole in our existence that can’t

be filled and it never will be, so all I want to do is impress upon people the gravity of the risk that you take and what it means to the people who really pay the price, your family.” Mr Webcke noted that he would like to applaud the Rotary FNQ Field Days for placing such an emphasis on farm safety. “What better way to shine a light on such a pertinent issue than at Field Days,” he said. “It’s a gathering of people from rural communities and the agricultural industry where everything they love is on display, and it provides us with an opportunity to also remind them of the people they love and the ramifications if they don’t take safety with the seriousness it deserves. “It’s a perfect fit.”

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Tableland Corps leader Miriam Newton-Gentle was happy with 2019 Red Shield Appeal on the Tablelands.

Red Shield appeal resounding success THE Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal was held last weekend across the country. The Tablelands recorded a total of $3651 to date through static collection points during the weekend as well as door knocks operated by volunteers. The money raised will be used throughout the local community to help support those in need mainly for Christmas hampers. Tableland Corps leader Miriam Newton-Gentle felt that the

recent Red Shield Appeal went “very well”. “The community here on the Tablelands is especially kind to the Salvation Army,” she said. “And they are exceedingly generous in their giving. “I’d like to thank every one of the volunteers who helped during the Red Shield Appeal and the community members’ for their generous donations.” The Salvation Army was present at the Rotary FNQ Field days promoting their Salva-

tion Army Emergency Services (SAES). The SAES are often first responders on the scene and help support emergency services like firefighters. The SAES were present at the Watsonville bush fires and provided catering to all participating services in the QFES. Over the 21 days that they battled they produced 3500 meals to those who had lost their homes and livelihood.

New Tourism Kuranda website

KURANDA’S visitor experience is set to be enhanced with the launch of the fresh and vibrant Tourism Kuranda website. Chair of the Tourism Kuranda Advisory Committee, Cr Lenore Wyatt said it was exciting to see the project delivered just in time for the peak tourist season. “Mareeba Shire Council has been developing this new website for many months with the key focus of making it easier for visitors to plan their visit to Kuranda,” Cr

Wyatt said. “We are really excited about the launch of the new website which showcases the Village in the Rainforest and all it has to offer.” The new website is fully mobile compatible with enhanced search optimisation. Tourism Kuranda Executive Officer Kahlia Pepper said a fresh new layout, together with updated content and easy navigation are just some of the

improvements that have been to the site. “Useful information is combined with ideas for great places to shop, eat, drink, explore and relax,” she said. “Through a combination of new features, Tourism Kuranda aims to not only grow visitor numbers to the site, but to position ourselves as the leading online site for Kuranda visitor information.” Check it out at www.kuranda. org

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Volunteers at the heart of Field Days

Honor and Geoff Redington of Tolga were just two of the hundreds of volunteers on ground at the Rotary FNQ Field Days last week.

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VOLUNTEERISM is at the heart of the Rotary FNQ Field Days, and there are two no greater examples of the enormous role volunteers play in the event’s success than that of Geoff and Honor Redington. Geoff (94) and Honor Redington (93) are Tolga residents and have been prominent figures in the Tablelands community spanning decades. Geoff has been a Rotarian for 48 years, 31 years of which has been spent as a member of the Atherton Rotary Club, and he spoke on the importance of volunteering and the impact it has on a community as a whole. “My wife and I have been heavily involved with volunteering for many years, and we feel society is better when people are willing to put back into their community,” he said. “And I believe the Rotary

FNQ Field Days is a great example of that; there are hundreds of people (volunteers) who have contributed their time and energy to make this event a success.” “We have been a part of the Field Days event here for more than 20 years, and I have seen firsthand it grow and grow into the wonderful community gathering it is today.” While much of Geoff and Honor’s retired life has been spent volunteering for various community organisations, their propensity to give back was also evident throughout their professional career. “I was the Matron of the Queensland Bush Children’s Health Scheme in Townsville, where we brought in children with all sort of health problems that couldn’t be treated where they were from,” Honor Redington said.

“It was a very interesting life being a part of that and something which was extremely rewarding.” Geoff and Honor manned the Shelter Box stall, which displays an initiative that provides individuals and families with accommodation when tragedy has struck and they are without a roof over their head. “To my knowledge, the Shelter Box has been around for more than 20 years and Rotary’s involvement with it has just been marvellous,” Geoff said. “I firmly believe this has been one of Rotary’s greatest contributions to society.” Geoff and Honor Redington said they would like to thank the Mareeba and Atherton Rotary Clubs for yet another fantastic Rotary FNQ Field Days.

Workplace safety and mental wellness was front and centre at the Field Days as special guest Shane Webcke delivered an influential message at a BBQ on Thursday night.

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Shoe sale of the year

Mareeba Tyrepower took out the award for the Best Overall Site at the Field Days.

2019 Rotary FNQ Field Days

The Norlift crew on day one of the Rotary FNQ Field Days.

The 2019 Rotary FNQ Field Days was back bigger and better than ever over three massive days last week. The event that was held from May 29 to 31, saw more than 600 sites, 500 exhibitors, and a whopping 19,000 people through the gates.

It’s that time of the year again – the Graeme Shoe Store’s BIG ANNUAL SHOE SALE and it’s on now! For the next three and a half days there are massive bargain tables, plus 20% off storewide on the not already reduced items. It’s the sale you have been waiting for all year, so rush in today and don’t miss out. For three and a half days only, there are huge reductions on shoes for the whole family. Reductions include shoes by Zeta, Diana Ferrari, Hush Puppies, Sfida, Tsonga, Saucony and heaps more. In addition to the bargain tables, there will also be 20% off storewide on items not already reduced. Victor and Angie Brignolo have been in the shoe business for more than 27 years, so if you’re looking for evening wear, sports, casual, comfortable or work boots, be sure to pop into the Graeme Shoe Store for great deals today. Plus there is also a huge range of travel luggage, school bags, handbags and socks and purses for everyone. The Graeme Shoe Store has heaps on offer, so don’t miss out on this once a year event.

The sale starts today (Wednesday June 5) and ends this Saturday, June 8, at 12noon, so make sure you step into the Graeme Shoe Store at 127-129 Byrnes Street, Mareeba.

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Chair of Rotary FNQ Field Days, Ida Portella awards Raylene Srhoj from Intimo with the Best Lifestyle Exhibit on Friday.

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Aitken to light up the Far North

FORMER Mareeba local and musician 8 Ball Aitken will be making the trip across the Pacific Ocean as he is set to grace the stage at the Reef Hotel Casino in Cairns and the ORB in Atherton next week. Aitken was born and raised in Mareeba however has called Nashville, Tennessee his home for the past eight years. Otherwise known as ‘Music City’, Nashville is home to some of the greatest country music and blues singers in the world, and

back to Far North Queensland and perform in front of family and friends. “I’m really excited to get back to the region and perform; I still have so many friends in the area who are excited to see us play,” he said. “I will be performing my new album Swamp Blues II, which I have been working on since last year.” Aitken will be hoping Swamp Blues II will be as great a success as his last album Swamp Blues, which garnered him two Australian Blues Awards nominations. “I was lucky enough to record my past two albums with some of the best blues musicians in Nashville,” he said. “Most notably of which was J.J Johnson from the Tedeschi Trucks Band – he is definitely one of the best in the game.” Aitken encouraged visitors to come along to his performance next weekend, noting that the Reef Stampede is a “celebration and party of for those who love rodeo, music and a good time”. For those interested in attending, 8 Ball Aitken will be playing at the Reef Casino at 8pm on Thursday, June 13, 9:30pm on Friday, June 14, 10:30pm on Saturday June 15, and at the ORB in Atherton at 3pm on Sunday, June 16.

it has been there that Aitken has been able to hone his trade by collaborating with some of the most respected professionals in the industry. Aitken’s Cairns performances will be as part of The Reef Stampede, an annual celebration that brings together professional bull riders and provides attendees with exclusive meet and greet opportunities with the bull riders themselves. Aitken said he always cher- For more information visit ishes the opportunity to come www.reefcasino.com.au

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Find me on the Barron River

IS PRIVACY high on your agenda? Look no further than 134 Bilwon Road, Biboorah. Located on approx 14.4ac, this house has it all; a secluded location, landscaped gardens and the Barron river, only 10 minutes from Mareeba. The low maintenance, concrete block home is surrounded by peaceful landscaped gardens. Inside, the home has vinyl flooring in the two extra-large bedrooms and open plan living area leads out onto the large, tiled patio, a place to entertain guests or relax with a cool drink at the end of the day. On a warm summers day, you can easily cool off in your own private swimming section of the Barron river which flows beside its boundary. This ex-nursery boasts

large sheds (with toilet and shower), a four pallet cold room, four green houses with covers, eight greens houses without covers and a machine inventory on inspection. Features include... • Ex-nursery, two bedroom, one bathroom • Open plan living • Full length patio overlooking landscaped gardens • Two bay carport • On the banks of the Barron river • Four green houses with covers (another eight without covers) Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

• 220m2 of sheds and a four pallet coldroom • Machinery inventory on inspection • 20 megs water allocation • 10 minutes to Mareeba CBD For more information, or to book your private inspection, call exclusive agent Vince Costas at the Central Realty Mareeba office today. Phone 0419 926 691 or 4092 2232.

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In central position walking distance to Mareeba CBD THREE bedroom concrete block, kitchen/dining area plus separate lounge, front patio and large rear patio,1onebathroom, two toilets, two vehicle parking, spacious laundry area. For rent at $350.00 per week – see website RH41 under Rentals. Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

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Mareeba Property Office is proud to present this distinctly different rural property, located only a moment’s drive from town.

SITUATED on an elevated and gently sloping five-acre allotment, this property offers an enviable lifestyle opportunity and exceptional mountain views. The architecturally inspired Colorbond home fits beautifully within the surrounding landscape. Through the double timber doors, you will find an extremely spacious, open plan living and dining area with galley style kitchen that is topped off by a comfortable, fresh and modern feel. With contemporary finishes throughout, this space is one that can be enjoyed all year round. The layout has been cleverly designed to take maximum advantage of the magical natural surrounds, and seamlessly transitions from indoor to outdoor living. Through the large French sliding doors is an impressive timber deck that measures 8m x 5m – just perfect for entertaining and soaking up the views. The deck also adjoins the master bedroom which can be accessed through separate sliding glass doors. Both bedrooms are spacious and come complete with air-

conditioning, blinds and fans and the master includes its own private ensuite. The main bathroom is fully tiled from floor to ceiling, includes a bathtub and rustic timber vanity which fits the home’s decor perfectly. There is a separate laundry room with sliding door access to the outside. Features include: • Cleverly designed plan for easy expansion • Fully security screened • Mountain views • Solar bore pump and 22,500L poly tank • 5000L rainwater tank • Wireless NBN connected • Established gardens and fruit trees • Fully fenced with dog mesh and electric gates • Access to the creek With the absolute best in lifestyle living coupled with a convenient location, this destination offers a wonderful opportunity to secure an idyllic low maintenance country lifestyle. Contact Mareeba Property Office for more information or to arrange an inspection on 4092 1355.

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LOCATED in a quite close and boasting quality built homes with great neighbours on all four, this could very well be Mareeba’s best buy. Impeccably presented, it is seriously impressive in every way. Set well amongst neighbouring residence it just feels like a home. Open plan, both inside and outside work together creating a private ambiance, it was built for entertaining family and friends in mind. Privately fenced on all sides enjoying a safe environment for the kids to play and run around on the lush irrigated lawns whilst still in view at all times. The inside of this home is neat as a pin, and offers a spacious open plan living/ dining area with a very well planned out kitchen allowing for easy servicing to both indoor and outdoor entertainment areas. The separate oversized media room is away from the entertainment areas and makes for the perfect quite movie room while mum and dad are busy entertaining at opposite ends of the home. The master bedroom incorporates double walk through robes leading to the ensuite with separate shower and bath. The other two bed-

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Sudden changes of heart may cause disruptions in your domestic scene. You will be well looked upon due to your compassionate and giving nature. July 23 to Aug 22 Leo

Max 23o Min 18o

1. Preheat oven to 180C and line 2 baking trays with baking paper. 2. Place puff pastry sheets on bench to thaw and process chicken mince and egg together and transfer to a bowl. 3. Add stir fry sauce and the breadcrumbs to chicken and combine. 4. Add zucchini, carrot and onion, to food processor and process into fine pieces and add to chicken mixture and mix well. Halve all puff pastry sheets. 5. Divide chicken mix into 8 portions. Spoon an eighth of the mixture lengthways along center of each pastry sheet, use wet fingers to mould into a log. Fold 1 edge over chicken mixture then fold over other side to make a roll. Cut each roll into 6 equal portions. Place onto baking sheets, brush with extra egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake in oven for 20-25 minutes or until the rolls have browned and are cooked through. Serve!!

Try to be as mellow as possible. Minor accidents could occur if you don’t take precautions. Your high energy must be directed into productive goals, or frustrations will occur.

Cancer

Max 23o Min 16o

Honey, Soy & Garlic Chicken Rolls

You mustn’t give too much to your children. You may want to have a heart-to-heart talk with a close and trusted friend. Try to be there for someone if they need assistance.

Gemini

ak e r b a e k a T and relax!

ACROSS

DOWN

7. (Of a person or animal) search widely for food or provisions. 8. With or involving the front of a vehicle. 9. A period of seven days. 10. A private meeting. 11. The period of time at the end of the day, usually from about 6 p.m. to bedtime. 13. Write or name the letters that form a word in correct sequence. 15. An earthenware pot or jar. 16. (past tense) Discover the exact place or position of and object. 18. A chemical compound used in its gaseous state as a pesticide or disinfectant. 19. Skill and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues. 21. A cylindrical open container with a handle used to hold and carry liquids. 22. (past tense) make a quick, short movement up and down.

1. A way of standing or sitting, especially in order to be photographed, painted, or drawn. 2. A group of sticks with a curved handle used for support when walking. 3. A children’s toy consisting of a set of metal and plastic components for making mechanical models. 4. Shortened word for a telephone. 5. (in a female mammal) either of a pair of tubes along which eggs travel from the ovaries to the uterus. 6. Throw a country into violent social or political upheaval. 12. Having or showing high moral standards. 14. A large tub filled with hot aerated water used for recreation or physical therapy (plural). 17. Pour fat or juices over meat during cooking in order to keep it moist. 20. A group of people who work on and operate a ship, aircraft, etc.

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INDEX

business A Air Conditioning & Refrigeration B Blinds C Cleaning

DIRECTORY

Childcare Curtains, Blinds & Fabrics D Dental E Earthmoving

AIR CONDITIONING

Electrical Entertainment Export Services F Floor Coverings Fuel G

General Engineering Graphic Design H Handyman I Irrigation

CHILDCARE

Shop 4, 276 Byrnes St, Mareeba • PO Box 1034 Mareeba 4880

P: 4092 3019

M: 0409 648 403 • F: 4092 1629

info@mareebakidscampus.com.au www.mareebakidscampus.com.au

www.donhall.com.au

3 Locations in Mareeba: Constance, Dunlop & Hastie Streets

ABN 80 179 825 363 • QBSA 59712 • ARC License AU24014

Early Learning • Kindergarten • Outside School & Vacation Care

R & C AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

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

CLEANING

Call Ross Malfitana Mobile: 0429 898 657

TABLELAND

Cleaning Services

ABN: 61 788 170 092 LIC. NO: L012565 ArtIC LIC: AU21630 QBSA: 1220582

AIR-CONDITIONER

CLEANING & INSTALLATION  All Brands  Prompt Service 

Lic. No. LO21176

DAVE’S

COOL AIR Servicing the Tablelands, Cooktown, Mossman, Dimbulah and everywhere in-between.

For all your interior & exterior cleaning!

• Bond Cleans • Mould & Mildew Treatments • Pressure Cleaning, Roofs & Exteriors • Carpet Cleaning • Floor Stripping & Polishing • Contract Cleaning FULLY INSURED ~ LOCAL FAMILY BUSINESS

Phone: David or Julie 4092 3982 or 0428 993 205 Email: tablelandcleaning@outlook.com

CURTAINS,BLINDS & FABRIC

Phone DAVID AVOLIO on 0409 924 006

Sandblasting/ Painting

Security T Transport Tree Lopping V

EARTHMOVING

ENTERTAINMENT

BLINDS

Tracks > Rods Competitive Curtains & Furnishings 96 James Street,Curtains Mareeba Competitive & Furnishings

Trust the BLIND specialists! 159 Walsh St, Mareeba P: 4092 5466 M: 0419 736 229

TOM SMITH P: 0407 161 783 F: 4092 7851 E: stj.enterprises@bigpond.com.au

The Express Directory has an affordable option to suit every business. Call Natasha today on 4092 3464.

Supply & Fit

EXPORT SERVICE

DIAMOND STAR AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

VHT FACILITY FOR EXPORT MANGO

CHINA, JAPAN AND SOUTH KOREA Mango quarantine treatment, packing and export document service. If any local grower is considering exporting to China or South Korea this season, you need to register your orchard. Registrations will close on 28th June. If you need more details, contact us. 2976 Mareeba-Dimbulah Road, Mutchilba T: 4093 4448 - M: 0487 934 448 E: okier@bigpond.com

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0488 078 207 ionsparkelectrical@gmail.com LIC:84466 - ARC. L099742

Laser Electrical Mareeba Phone: (07) 4092 4146 99 Vaughan Street, Mareeba mareeba@laserelectrical.com.au www.mareeba.laserelectrical.com.au LIC. 55472 | ARC. AU31673

FLOOR COVERINGS

Mareeba 4092 2800 Atherton 4091 3300

FLOORS

Trust the FLOOR Covering Man!

MAREEBA FLOOR COVERING CENTRE

96 James Street, Mareeba

159 Walsh St, Mareeba P: 4092 5466 M: 0419 736 229

For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

DENTAL

Carpet • Vinyl • CeramiCs Floating Floors • Blinds

Carpet & Vinyl > Carpet & Vinyl Tiles > Floating Floors

ELECTRICAL SOLAR & BATTERIES AIR CONDITIONING

Supply & Lay FREE Measure & Quote

FUEL

MAREEBA DENTURE SERVICE Paul Johnstone

DENTAL TECHNICIAN DENTAL PROSTHETIST

It’s not just fuel, it’s service

FUEL • OILS • BAIT • ICE

Registration No. 931417

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

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phOne 4092 2922

FOR $35 PER WEEK Domestic, Commercial, Industrial Fisher & Paykel + Haier Service Agents Electrical & Air Conditioning Installations

Phone: 0429 869 023 For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619

TO IN Blinds and Curtains P 4095 5669 F 4095 5797 M 0408 887 701

Open 7 Days FOr Lunch anD Dinner

ELECTRICAL

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Vertical & Venetian Blinds Panel Glides > Timber Blinds

MAREEBA FLOOR COVERING CENTRE

Plus we sell... Tracks > Rods > Accessories BY APPOINTMENT ONLY >Phone: & Accessories 0429 869 023

BLINDS

• DOZERS D7R & D7G • SCRAPER • WATER TRUCKS • BODY TRUCK • MINING • FARM CLEARING • ROAD WORKS

• BISTRO • BAR • TAB • KENO • POKIES • FUNCTIONS

CURTAINS & BLINDS

FREE FREE Measure Measure and and Quote Quote Plus we sell...

31 Kennedy Hwy, Tolga intoblindstolga@gmail.com ABN: 60 907 697 564

Venue Hire

Custom Made

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Desiree Siemon

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Do it right the first time!

Authorised Fujitsu Service Agent

n cool air Breath clea comes first! ne ie where hyg

I.T M Mowing Services P Pest Management Plumbing Pool Maintenance

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

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business GENERAL ENGINEERING

DIRECTORY MOWING SERVICES

Sandblasting & Painting

GENERAL ENGINEERING All types of welding, lathe work and milling.

Farm Machinery, Ute Trays, Trailers, Structural Steel, Rims and more.

ABN 40955770791

AINT QUALIT Y PION T C E T O PR ED GUARANTE

WN E D LOCALLY O ATED R E AN D O P QBCC No. 889232

124 Mason Street, Mareeba  (07) 4092 2433 • Fax (07) 4092 3126

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Servicing Atherton Tablelands • Fully Insured

Mowing Hedging

AP

Creating high quality artwork with a difference for your business!

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• Business Cards • Logo Design • Brochures • Posters • Flyers

QBCC No. 889232

124 Mason Street, Mareeba  (07) 4092 2433 • Fax (07) 4092 3126

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IrrIgatIon DesIgn & supply

YOUR LOCAL BUSINESS GUIDE Excellence Through Perseverance and Diligence Wally Amory - Mareeba Depot Manager Phone: 0421 839 353 mrboperations@exodas.com.au

SECURITY

TREE LOPPING • Patrols • Cash in Transit • Alarm Response & Installation • Alarm Monitoring • CCTV Installation & Service For all security needs call... DRU THURSTON 0408 913 063 W: www.nqpssecurity.com.au - E: dru@nqpssecurity.com.au

Certain work defined as “building work” in the QBCC legislation may only be undertaken by licensed contractors, or if undertaken by unlicensed contractors, only to the value of $3,300. However, work falling outside that definition may be performed by unlicensed contractors and is not subject to any value limit. To check whether a contractor holds a QBCC licence visit: www.qbcc.qld.gov.au or call the QBCC on 1300 272 272.

TABLELANDS TREELOPPING

• Treelopping • Bobcat Hire • Wood Chipping • Free Quotes • Stump Grinding • Fully Insured PENSIONER DISCOUNTS

Call Jon Lambert

P: 4091 5008 M: 0407 575 916

PROFESSIONAL TREE SERVICE SERVICING NORTH QUEENSLAND

 Freight Distribution  Warehouse Storage

• Pumps Sales & Repairs • Filtration • Water Tanks & Troughs • Water Treatment • Pool Treatments • Solar Pumping Systems • Reinke Centre Pivot & Lateral Move Irrigators 50 Byrnes Street, Mareeba Phone 4092 7788

CAIRNS • MOSSMAN • TABLELANDS DAILY

YARRABAH SERVICE TWICE WEEKLY Email: admin@pmcarriers.com 247 Hartley Street, Portsmith

4035 2034

P: 4095 4595

CASH OR ACCOUNT CUSTOMERS WELCOME

E: aataylorstreelopping@outlook.com

VENUE HIRE

POOL MAINTENANCE

BURRATRONICS

Having a Party or Function?

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

Shop 3, 203-215 Byrnes Street Mareeba

TELEPHONE: 4092 7680

P & M Carriers  Taxi Trucks - Tail-Lifters  Express Couriers

PLUMBING

BURRATRONICS

FARM DELIVERIES WELCOMED!

TRANSPORT

IRRIGATION

PH: (07) 4092 7038 www.burratronics.com.au

ALL TYPES OF FREIGHT DELIVERY LARGE AND SMALL: 4 TIMES DAILY! CAIRNS, MAREEBA, TABLELANDS AND SURROUNDS

YOUR LOCAL BUSINESS GUIDE 71 Vaughan Street, Mareeba

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

Locally Owned and Operated

David Lep 0438 541 300

Phone: 0458 965 784 or 4096 5784 Email: aemgraphicdesign1@bigpond.com

I.T

TRANSPORT

SANDBLASTING/ PAINTING

POOL MAINTENANCE & POOL SHOP 71 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA “WE OFFER A COMPLETE ON SITE POOL SERVICE” ALL POOL SUPPLIES INCLUDING FREE WATER TESTING AND EXPERT ADVICE

P: 4092 1443 or 0413 013 297

LICENSED POOL SAFET Y INSPECTOR

SPECIALISING IN: • Parcels • Pallets • White Goods • Furniture • Tail Gate Lifts DELIVERIES TO: • Cairns • Kuranda • Mareeba • Mt Molloy • Julatten • Yungaburra • Tolga • Lake Tinaroo • Kairi • Atherton • Malanda • Millaa Millaa • Ravenshoe • Mt Garnet

PHONE: 4045 1767

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we have the perfect venue!

MAREEBA TURF CLUB 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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Church Notices

Birthday

Presbyterians continue to meet in Mareeba for worship each Sunday 10am, QCWA Hall, Wilkes Street (behind Meals on Wheels) ~ All Welcome! DO YOU KNOW?

That according to the Sumerian tablets which are older than the Bible, it was the serpent whose name was AN.KI and his half-sister NIN.TI that actually created Adam and Eve through genetic engineering with an already existing hominoid. The Lord God EN.LIL half-brother to the serpent and NIN.TI did not create mankind, if so who then created our creators?

Reid Bailey Ellems Happy 7th Birthday 4TH JUNE 2019

Lots of love, Dad & Jill.

Happy 7th Birthday

REID BAILEY ELLEMS 4TH JUNE, 2019 Lots of love Grandad and Nan.

4092 7761

Happy 7th Birthday

Reid Bailey Ellems 4th June, 2019

Memorial Service Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service for

Lyn Colebrook

Love from Great Grandad & Great Nanna.

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Josephine Fichera

20th December, 1949 to 5th June, 2013. Remembering you is easy, we do it every day, But missing you is a heartache that never goes away. Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving Mother, Sister Connie & Joe & Family & Brother Joe & Trina & Family.

Anniversary Happy 50th Anniversary

ZINI & BEV ALI

Love from Alime & Adrian, Sharon, Jenny and kids.

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Funeral

Wanted

DEBBIE BOARDMAN

LIVE IN COMPANION FOR OLDER LADY WANTED

Funeral Celebrant Final farewells with respect. Phone 0410 328 357

Nice place, free food and rent, plus extras. Suit retired older lady.

P: 0438 608 450

Position Vacant REGISTERED NURSE

An opportunity exists with Atherton Clinic for a Registered Nurse to be part of the practice nurse team that provides high quality care delivery to our patients. The successful applicant must have current AHPRA registration and minimum bachelor degree in nursing or equivalent. Previous work in a GP clinic is desirable but not essential. Salary is as per the Nurses Award 2010. This is a part time maternity relief position for approximately 8 months with the possibility of continued ongoing part time and holiday relief work. It is anticipated that the successful applicant will commence at the beginning of August, 2019. Please sent your resume to the Practice Manager, Atherton Clinic PO Box 751, Atherton, Drop it in person to 2 Wylie Street, Atherton, Or email to: manager@athertonclinic.com.au Applications close at the end of June.

EXPERIENCED FARM MECHANIC

Costa Bananas Walkamin is seeking an experienced Farm Mechanic / Handyman. In this role, you will be responsible for the ongoing daily maintenance and repairs and servicing of farm machinery, Welding fabrication and ensuring you are adhering to deadlines and budgets. To be successful in this role you must have demonstrated experience in a similar role as well as: • Have excellent communication and time management skills • Be able to work in a semi-autonomous role with limited supervision • Experience with small engine/diesel engine maintenance, fitting experience and irrigation hydraulic systems experience • Welding skills • Be mechanically-minded with strong problem-solving skills

If this sounds like you, please contact Will on 0427 945 902

REID BAILE Y ELLEMS 4th June 2019

HAPPY 7TH BIRTHDAY Love from Great Grandma.

at Mareeba Leagues Club on the 19th of June at 10.30am.

In Memoriam

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Public Notices MINING LEASE NOTICE AND ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORITY Mineral Resources Act 1989 – Section 252 Environmental Protection Act 1994 – Section 152 Proposed Alluvial Mining Operation Jessups Mining Lease Application Number 100202 For a term of 15 years – Mareeba Mining District It is advised that application has been made for a mining lease and environmental authority under the provisions of the above mentioned Acts, for the mining/purpose of living quarters/camp, treatment plant/mill site, gold on the following land parcels within the Cook Shire Council: Lot 14 on SP250040 Palmerville Station. The application is located at approximately 88 kilometres north west of Mount Carbine. The applicants are: Gregory Robert Guernier (50%) and Doris Silvia Guernier (50%) Date & time Applications Lodged: 13 December, 2018 - 10:11am Mining activities to be carried out include: Alluvial Gold Mining Mining Lease Application Documents The application documents consist of the Application for Mining Lease and copies of or extracts from the application documents, and the endorsed Mining Lease Notice detailing the location and description of the land applied for (including surface area and access), may be downloaded from the Departments website https://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/ mining-energy-water/resources/public-notices-tenders or may be inspected at the Department of Natural Resources and Mines office, Level 9, Verde Tower, 445 Flinders Street, Townsville Qld 4810 or may be obtained by contacting the local mines assessment hub on (07) 4447 9230 or mineralhub@dnrm.qld.gov.au. Environmental Authority Documents The application documents for the proposal consist of the following: APP0034946 Application Form. Copies of, or extracts from, the application documents may be inspected at the Department of Environment and Science 5b Sheridan Street, Cairns or may be obtained by contacting Permit and Licence Management by phone on 1300 130 372 or by email on palm@des.qld.gov.au. Making A Properly Made Objection / Submission It is advised that any person/entity may make an objection to the grant of the mining lease. The objection/submission period, during which objections can be given, concludes on the 27th June, 2019 at 4.30pm (AEST). A properly made objection must be received on or before 4.30pm (AEST) on the last day of the objection period. It must also be made in writing, addressed to: Mineral Assessment Hub Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy PO Box 1752, Townsville Qld 4810 mineralhub@dnrme.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: 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; 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: Gregory & Doris Guernier C/- Avoca Tenement Consulting Pty Ltd PO Box 706, Mareeba Qld 4880 Submissions for the Environmental Authority application A properly made submission must meet all of the following requirements: • Be written or made electronically • State the name and address of each submitter • Be made to the administering authority stated above • Be received on or before the last day of the submission period • State the grounds of the submission and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds. Intending submitters may contact may contact the Department of Environment and Science on (07) 4222 5334 or ESCairns@des.qld.gov.au to obtain a submission form or obtain a copy from the department’s website: www.des.qld.gov.au.

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MINING LEASE NOTICE AND ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORITY Mineral Resources Act 1989 – Section 252 Environmental Protection Act 1994 – Section 211 (Superseded*) Proposed Alluvial Mining Operation “Mossman” Mining Lease Application Number 100193 For a term of 15 years – Mareeba Mining District It is advised that application has been made for a mining lease and environmental authority under the provisions of the above mentioned Acts, for the mining/purpose of living quarters/camp, processing plant, gold, tin ore on the following land parcels within the Cook Shire Council: Lot 53 on CP887336 Olive Vale Station. The application is located approximately 10.5 kilometres south west of Lakeland. The applicants are: Allan Glen Riley 100% Date & time Applications Lodged: 6 August 2018, 3:35pm Mining activities to be carried out include: Alluvial Gold Mining Mining Lease Application Documents The application documents consist of the Application for Mining Lease and copies of or extracts from the application documents, and the endorsed Mining Lease Notice detailing the location and description of the land applied for (including surface area and access), may be downloaded from the Departments website https://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/ mining-energy-water/resources/public-notices-tenders or may be inspected at the Department of Natural Resources and Mines office, Level 9, Verde Tower, 445 Flinders Street, Townsville Qld 4810 or may be obtained by contacting the local mines assessment hub on (07) 4447 9230 or mineralhub@dnrm.qld.gov.au. Environmental Authority Documents The application documents for the proposal consist of the following: Application form (Ref: Zendesk2227). Copies of, or extracts from, the application documents may be inspected at the Department of Environment and Science 5b Sheridan Street, Cairns or may be obtained by contacting Permit and Licence Management by phone on 1300 130 372 or by email on palm@des.qld.gov.au. Making A Properly Made Objection / Submission It is advised that any person/entity may make an objection to the grant of the mining lease. The objection/submission period, during which objections can be given, concludes on the 27th June, 2019 at 4.30pm (AEST). A properly made objection must be received on or before 4.30pm (AEST) on the last day of the objection period. It must also be made in writing, addressed to: Mineral Assessment Hub Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy PO Box 1752, Townsville Qld 4810 mineralhub@dnrme.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: 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; 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: Allan Glen Riley C/- Avoca Tenement Consulting Pty Ltd PO Box 706, Mareeba Qld 4880 Submissions for the Environmental Authority application A properly made submission must meet all of the following requirements: • Be written or made electronically • State the name and address of each submitter • Be made to the administering authority stated above • Be received on or before the last day of the submission period • State the grounds of the submission and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds. Intending submitters may contact may contact the Department of Environment and Science on (07) 4222 5334 or ESCairns@des.qld.gov.au to obtain a submission form or obtain a copy from the department’s website: www.des.qld.gov.au.

MINING LEASE NOTICE AND ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORITY Mineral Resources Act 1989 – Section 252 Environmental Protection Act 1994 – Section 211 (Superseded*) Proposed alluvial mining operation for Broken Dam Mining Lease Application Number 100037 For a term of 19 years – Mareeba Mining District It is advised that application has been made for a mining lease and environmental authority under the provisions of the above mentioned Acts, for the mining/purpose of gold on the following land parcels within the Cook Shire Council: Lot 646 SP113647 (mining & access), Lot 3 RP747478 (access). The application is located at approximately 13.7kms south east of Lakeland Downs. The applicant is: William Raymond Johnson 100% Date & time Applications Lodged: 27 May 2015, 8.30am Mining activities to be carried out include: Alluvial Mining Operation Mining Lease Application Documents The application documents consist of the Application for Mining Lease and copies of or extracts from the application documents, and the endorsed Mining Lease Notice detailing the location and description of the land applied for (including surface area and access), may be downloaded from the Departments website https://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/ mining-energy-water/resources/public-notices-tenders or may be inspected at the Department of Natural Resources and Mines office, Level 9, Verde Tower, 445 Flinders Street, Townsville Qld 4810 or may be obtained by contacting the local mines assessment hub on (07) 4447 9230 or mineralhub@dnrm.qld.gov.au. Environmental Authority Documents The application documents for the proposal consist of the following: Environmental Authority EPSL03229115. Copies of, or extracts from, the application documents may be inspected at the Department of Environment and Science 5b Sheridan Street, Cairns or may be obtained by contacting Permit and Licence Management by phone on 1300 130 372 or by email on palm@des.qld.gov.au. Making A Properly Made Objection / Submission It is advised that any person/entity may make an objection to the grant of the mining lease. The objection/submission period, during which objections can be given, concludes on the 26th June, 2019 at 4.30pm (AEST). A properly made objection must be received on or before 4.30pm (AEST) on the last day of the objection period. It must also be made in writing, addressed to: Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy Mineral Assessment Hub PO Box 1752, Townsville, QLD 4810 mineralhub@dnrme.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: 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; 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: William Raymond Johnson C/- Mount Gibson Station, CMB Lakeland, QLD 4871 Submissions for the Environmental Authority application A properly made submission must meet all of the following requirements: be written or made electronically: state the name and address of each submitter: be made to the administering authority stated above: be received on or before the last day of the submission period: state the grounds of the submission and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds. Intending submitters may contact the Project Officer at the Department of Environment and Science on 137 468 to obtain a submission form or obtain a copy from the departments website. www.des.qld.gov.au.

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EARTHMOVING NQ As of JUNE we will be basing a Laser Bucket fitted with I-Grade T3rra Gutta GPS Levelling System in Mareeba, Atherton and surrounds.

Phone Mick 0428 384 147 or Mario 0429 686 230

My name is Doris. My sister and I are the last of a large litter of staffy cross pups. The rest of us sold very quickly so we probably won’t be here much longer! Best get in quickly if you are interested. Phone 40923060 for more information.

Contact the refuge on 4092 3060 Hickling Avenue, Mareeba

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Boats

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Mareeba Bulls go down to Comets Runners in the 17yrs boys 100m sprint.

District athletics runs through region THE district athletics carnival was held recently at St Stephen’s Catholic College and included schools from the surrounding region.

St Stephens hosted the two day carnival showcasing events in track and field. Students from Atherton, Mareeba, Ravenshoe and oth-

ers competed to represent their schools in their respective area. Out of the many events on display the 100m sprints garnered the highest appeal to those

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in attendance. Students who have successfully competed in districts and have qualified will move forward to Peninsula.

A GUTSY effort by the Mareeba Bulls saw them fall short of the desired result on Saturday night as they took on the Southside Comets in round nine of the FNQ Football premiership. The 1-0 loss sees them lose ground on the leaders with almost half of the season gone. The first half was dominated by the Bulls who were refreshed after two weeks without a game. Slick passing between the defence and midfield had the Comets on the back foot for most of the first half. Midway through the second half saw a lapse in concentration by the away side resulting is a simple tap in to fall behind. It’s all uphill from here as

Coach Perry will see every game as a must win to try and make the top four. The reserve grade on the other hand had a training run with Denis Allen’s side notching up double figures in a 10-1 romp over the Comets keeping them well in contention for honours this year. In other results over the weekend on Friday night the men’s second division went down 4-1, the Fillies had a 1-1 draw. The Bulls under 18 side had a promising start to their match and went ahead early and led on two occasions, but the Comets kept coming back at them and eventually went down 5-3.

RESULTS RESULTS RESULTS MAREEBA GOLF CLUB Thursday 23 May 9 Hole Sporters Stableford sponsored by Club - Winner: Paul Webster (24). Runner up: Paul Smithwick (24ocb). Pin Shot No 8 Peter Johnston No 13 Ron Blake. Raffle Paul Webster. Saturday 25 May: 18 Hole Red Tee Medley Stableford sponsored by Mareeba Leagues Club. Winner: Jon Shearer (39). Runner Up: Rod Cade (38). Run Down Kevin Moore (38ocb). Pin Shots No 4 and Golden pin Jon Shearer No 8 Michael Deguara No 11Colin Jackson. No 13 Ron Blake. Sunday 26 May: 18 Hole Medley Stableford sponsored by Steggles Winner: Rob Broadbear (38ocb). Runner up: Kevin Moore. Pin Shot Mr and Mrs Walker. Thursday 30 May 9 Hole Sporters Stableford sponsored by Club - Winner: Rod Cade (22). Runner up: Ken Flood (21). Pin Shot No 8 Terry Payne No 13 Wez Firth Raffle Peter Johnston. Saturday 1 June: 18 Hole Stroke Monthly Medal Mareeba Leagues Club. Mens Winner: Daniel Gilmore (18,63). Runner Up: Rob Broardbear (24,68). Ladies Winner: Chris Benjamin (16,78). Run Down Danny Bradley (10,69) Wez Firth (15,69). Pin Shots No 4 G. Nichols No 8 and Golden Pin Daniel Gilmore No 11 Kevin Moore No 13 Anthony Mete. Sunday 2 June: 18 Hole Medley Stableford sponsored by Steggles Winner: Elso Iuretigh (38) Runner Up: Kevin Moore (37 Pin Shot 4 & 13

Kevin Fields and Run down Tues. 7pm social tennis. Midweek night fixtures Div. 3 Peter Fulmer Penny d Vero 36-20, Marina d Freda 37-19, Div. 2 Narelle d ARCHERY On Sunday last there was no Dan 36-20, Keith d Kim 29-27 beginner’s class for the Ta- Russell d Phil 29-27, Div. 1. bleland Company of Archers, Kane d Mark 36-20, Ian d Libor instead two members shot a 30-26, Alf d Chris 29-27. Launceston round and two Thursday social: 8am -9.30am members shot an AA 30/720 30/5/19: Winner of the Frog: Round. While one member Pauline. Alan Whitton shot practice. Results Launceston Round: MAREEBA BOWLS (consists of 36 arrows each at Tue night bowls saw a great 50 and 30m on an 80cm face) turn out with 28 players Mixed Veteran Men’s Compound: R jackpot pairs Thursday 31 May Hodgetts 585, Veteran Men’s Winners G Bermingham S Bare Bow Recurve: G Pat- Keddie Rup/ L Cadorin M Batten 509. Results AA 30/720 tistin best of 2nd game E SteRound: (consists of 60 arrows vens B Pitson. Mixed social each at 30m on a 122cm face) Sunday 2/6 2019 L Cadorin Open Men’s Compound: R B Ciobo. Club championship Wachtler 679. U12 Boys Com- pairs B Pitson G Brown def G Bermingham S Keddie B pound: A Hodgetts 518. Ciobo M Battistin def P SteMAREEBA RIFLE CLUB vens B Fitzpatrick. P Soda B The Mareeba Rifle Club shot Lynne def V Tiraboschi E Tiraa 2 X 500yd comp. on Sun- boschi J Burnes C Brady Def day the 2nd June 2019. The R Brown R Mc Carthy. Srhoj conditions were very good. F Shield Mareeba 155 Atherton Open D. Williams (Mareeba): 99 2nd game to be played in (10): 46.0. F Std” D. Russell Atherton on the 15 June. (Cairns): (10/11): 58.4; 62.4 – 120.8, T. Kohn (Atherton): ATHERTON SHOOTING Results from Sunday 2nd June (10/11): 59.5; 64.5 – 124.10. TR: R. Mischlewski (Moss- at 300 metres on a fine overman): (10/11): 47.4; 50.1 – cast day with changing winds. 97.5. S. Durham (Mareeba): Target Rifle: Bob Boulter (10/11): 43.3; 53.3 – 96.6. 103.12. F. T. R.: Jorden Drew M. Beecham (Mareeba): 122.9, Mick Keelan 115.2. “F” (10/11):47.5; 51.5 – 98.10 Open: Peter Burg 124.7, John D. Ford (Mareeba):(10/11): Todd 114.3. “F” Standard: Pe50.5; 54.2 – 104.7. FTR B, Gi- ter White 125.12, Lloyd Sawanasi (Ravenshoe): (15): 86.6 tell 123.11, Steve Barkworth 118.9, Tom Murray 111.4, MAREEBA TENNIS Gary Moss 110.2, Bradley Tues. Ladies Tablelands - Barkworth 109.3, Richard Butt Rhonda d Beth, Gail d Gina 107.2.

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THE visiting Yarrabah Seahawks have delivered an upset 28-22 win over the Atherton Roosters in Saturday night’s Cairns District Rugby League first grade premiership match at the Mungalli Creek Dairy Stadium. Yarrabah rattled the Roosters early with two quick tries and led 12-0 after 15 minutes of play. But to their credit, the Roosters got themselves back in the contest with three tries of their own and went to the break leading 18-12.

Again Yarrabah were out of the blocks early for the second half restart with another two tries to put them back in front 24-18. The visitors were now gathering momentum as Atherton wilted under a hefty weight of errors. Atherton did fight back to trail 24-22 but another in the closing stages gave Yarrabah a six point win. Although beaten, the Roosters remain in the top contenders on the points table which is led by

Bothers 12, Atherton 10, Yarrabah 10, Kangaroos 9, Innisfail 9, Mossman 8, Ivanhoes 7, Suburbs 6, Edmonton 4, Mareeba 4, Tully 1. In reserve grade, the Roosters and Yarrabah played a 22 all draw after the visitors led 22-12 at halftime. The reserve grade points table after seven games is Yarrabah 11, Atherton 9, Kangaroos 9, Innisfail 8, Mossman 8, Suburbs 8, Brothers 8, Tully 6, Mareeba 6, Edmonton 4, Ivanhoes 3.

A better second half has helped the Roosters under 18 side to a 36-24 win over Yarrabah after the scores were locked at 18 all at the break. Innisfail and Ivanhoes head the under 18 points table on 13 followed by Brothers 12, Edmonton 10, Yarrabah 8, Atherton 8, Kangaroos 6, Mareeba 6, Tully 2, Suburbs 2, Mossman 0. The Atherton Roosters play another home game this Saturday and host the Mossman Sharks.

Gators overpower Tigers to secure win THE Mareeba Gladiators AGrade side secured their second win of the season after defeating the Tully Tigers 18-16 away from home on Saturday night. It is the first time the Gladiators have beaten the Tigers in Tully since 2008, and proves crucial in the context of their season as the win ensures they remain within arms reach of the top five. The Gladiators have shown plenty of promise in their last three performances, after holding leads against competition heavyweights Kangaroos and

Brothers. They haven’t been able to transfer those performances into wins however, yet their victory in Tully may spur the Mareeba outfit onto bigger and better things in 2019.

Saturday’s fixture saw a tough and gritty affair, as Tully led 4-0 for the first 50 minutes. However, three quick tries to the Gladiators set up a 18-4 scoreline and all but sealed the win. Despite the deficit, the Tigers refused to go away, scoring two

tries to make it a 18-16 scoreline and in doing so set up a nail-biting finish. The Gladiators were able to hold on however and secure the two points. Gladiators outside back Eze Harper starred with two tries and five-eighth Jayden Edwards was perfect with the boot. Mareeba Gladiators coach Terry Aquilina said he was extremely proud of his team’s performance. “We showed plenty of grit as a side and we’ve done that in our last few performances,” he said.

“We’re almost back to our full availability as a squad and that’s why we’re showing improvement. “We’ll be getting our captain Trent Barnard back very soon so that will add plenty and we’re really looking forward to seeing the sort of impact he has on the team.” In Reserve Grade, the Gladiators went down 24-10. The Gladiators have this weekend off with the bye. Their next fixture will be against Kangaroos at Davies Park on June 15.

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