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Veg laws chopped up By Michael Serenc A TABLELANDS MP is adamant a proposed suite of radical vegetation laws will not rise from the dead after they were cut down in parliament last week. Dalrymple MP Shane Knuth doubted the State Government would have another crack at getting their Vegetation Management (Reinstatement) and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2016
through parliament after it was blocked by Cook MP Billy Gordon, the LNP and Katter’s Australian Party last Thursday night. “We believe this is another nail in the coffin for this legislation and I believe it will be buried during this parliamentary period,” Mr Knuth said. “The government knows it does not have the numbers. “We were relieved that the cross-benchers were able to wield their influence to block it.”
Mr Gordon proved the difference in voting down the bill, saying in a statement he was unconvinced the laws struck the right balance between “indigenous economic development, protecting the environment and supporting our farmers”. But Mr Gordon said he was no fan of the current vegetation management legislation and wanted to work with the government and stakeholders to find alternatives to broad-scale tree
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No worries for Julatten centenarian EVEN at the ripe old age 100, Keith Brown is still living life to the fullest. The quietly-spoken man with an “easy-going” personality will officially celebrate his centenary this Sunday after an early party at Julatten Rural Fire Brigade last weekend. The father-of-eight, grandfatherof-17, great grandfather-of-26 and great great grandfather-of one was just the third officer who joined the town’s Bush Fire Brigade way back in 1964. About 50 family and friends came together to celebrate Mr Brown’s milestone, with his son Warren, absolutely chuffed. “He’s an easy-going fella who’s done a lot of hard work in his life,” he said. “There were four generations at the party on Saturday but we’ve just had another baby born, so now there’s five generations of us kicking about.” Born in Parramatta and raised in Cairns, Mr Brown spent a whopping 33 seasons cutting cane by hand. “In the off-season, he’d be cutting timber with a crosscut saw and axe and mining with a pick and shovel,” Warren said. In between, he bought a dairy farm MILESTONE: Keith Edward Brown with his son Edward Raymond Brown (back right), grandson Edward Keith Brown at Julatten in 1944 before permanently (front left) and his great grandson Aiden Keith Brown (front right). moving there in about 1947. “He used to ride up on a horse on the tect a fuel dump on Thursday Island. “He possibly could be the longest ratepayer in Maweekend to check the cattle and then ride back to Retiring from cane cutting when he turned 65, Mr reeba Shire,” Warren quipped. Cairns. It was eight hours one way,” Warren said. Brown based himself at the farm full time to help his “Every day I’ve spent with him, I’ve had fond Mr Brown even served in the Citizens Military wife and children. The property now runs cattle and he memories. I always like being with him, even all these Force (Army Reserve) during the war, helping to pro- lives there to this day. years later.”
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A MAREEBA couple have celebrated a very special wedding anniversary. John and Jeanette Collins recently marked 60 years of marriage, receiving letters of congratulations from Queen Elizabeth II, the Governor General, the Prime Minister and even Kennedy MP Bob Katter. Mr Collins grew up in Dimbulah, passing his state school scholarship there in 1946 and his junior exam at All Souls School in Charters Towers in 1948. Mrs Collins (nee Plowman) grew up in Mareeba and was one of the first students at the then-new Mareeba State High School, finishing in 1950. Mr Collins enjoyed a fruitful career in the tobacco industry, starting as a trainee leaf buyer and field extension officer with the North Queensland Tobacco Growers Co-op Association in 1952 after returning
from a stint as a national serviceman. His career took him as far as Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), the US and Canada to learn about leaf production methods and input costs marketing arrangements. Together with the late Don Hastie, they were able to introduce many labour and cost saving practices for Mareeba and Dimbulah tobacco farmers in the production and curing of leaf and its preparation for marketing. Mr Collins eventually retired as the Co-Op’s general manager in 1994, but not before establishing TGT and Granite Engineering in 1971. Both John and Jeanette have four children and eight grandchildren, with family coming from Canada, Hervey Bay, Brisbane, Bundaberg, Cairns and Mareeba to celebrate the couple’s anniversary.
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Tableland Canegrowers manager Bronwyn Dyer said farmers were relieved they would not be subjected to land clearing restrictions based on flawed vegetation mapping and a reversal of the onus of proof of illegal clearing on the landholder instead of the State Government. “It definitely is a good win for us and for agriculture in general, and for all rural and regional communities across Queensland,” she said. “It also goes hand-in-hand now with the Northern Australia White Paper.” Ms Dyer said Mr Gordon had again played the right hand after voting to approve last year’s sugar marketing bill, which gave cane farmers the power to choose who exported their raw sugar. Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association president Joe Moro agreed with Mr Knuth that the existing vegetation laws could be loosened further, but was happy with the status quo. “The current system is workable, people are using it and they’re getting satisfactory outcomes out of it,” he said.
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Fire station site questioned By Michael Serenc DALRYMPLE MP Shane Knuth has demanded the State Government explore all potential sites for Herberton’s new fire station after a secret decision to build it along a residential street. Mr Knuth questioned the logic behind Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) buying a property on 38 Perkins St earlier this month - before letting neighbouring residents know of their intentions. “I’ve spoken to the Premier’s office and asked them to look at not only this site but the other alternative sites,” he said. “In any site that is chosen, you really need to have a bit of consultation with the local council and the community beforehand. “There were a number of sites Tablelands Regional Council had chosen in the past for the fire station and it’s unusual they have been bypassed.”
QFES Far Northern Region Acting Assistant Commissioner John Bolger and Regional Development Director Superintendent Adrian Stafford met with concerned Perkins St residents two weeks ago in a bid to allay fears about the impact of the new $1.2 million fire station. The proposed station will include facilities for SES training and room for two fire trucks. While he would not be drawn on whether he thought 38 Perkins St was an appropriate site for the new fire station, Mr Knuth agreed there needed to be full and proper consultation. “In the end, it’s very important that community consultation takes place and the best site be chosen rather than residents just being told what’s best for them,” he said. The Express understands the State Government quietly surveyed several other sites for the new station last year.
That included a block of land on the corner of Grant and Mary St and another on Smith Avenue, opposite Wild River Caravan Park. But 38 Perkins St was not part of that search. QFES can either gain approval to build the station via Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) or the State Government. If QFES opt for the council pathway, they would need to lodge a planning application for a material change of use for the site, followed by public notification and consultation. But the State Government can bypass the council process if a minster declares the land as “community infrastructure”, which then kicks off a separate approval process. Commissioner Bolger previously told The Express QFES intended the build the new station in Perkins St and any decision to shift the site would be “political”.
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Blast from the past for school
St Anthony’s siblings Nate and Azali Mitchell with mum Rachelle DeIacovo and principal Brad Williams are looking forward to celebrating the school’s 50th anniversary.
DIMBULAH residents can expect a trip down memory lane this weekend when St Anthony’s celebrates 50 years. The much-loved Catholic school, which has only 48 students, has seen generations of locals pass through the gates. St Anthony’s principal Brad Williams said it was an impressive milestone for the school, which had become part of the fabric of the community. “Dimbulah’s not a big community and credit needs to go to our parents and how the wider community has banded together over 50 years in continuing to support the school,” he said. “The planning for this event has certainly unearthed a number of fascinating and interesting stories.” Mr Williams said it had been great to see past students come out of the woodwork and recount their early days at the school.
St Anthony’s will host a dinnerdance at Dimbulah Memorial Hall this Saturday, followed by Sunday mass and an exhibition at the school from 11am. The mass will be attended by Cairns Bishop James Foley and retired priest Father James O’Connor, who was instrumental in helping to establish St Anthony’s way back in 1966. Mr Williams said there would be a host of activities on the day, including a jumping castle, chocolate poker table and mini pesca competition. Residents will also be able to view historical photos, uniforms and other artefacts, as well as purchase anniversary memorabilia on the day. St Anthony’s students will even join in the fun with a school play commemorating 50 years. “We’d love to see as many people as possible on Sunday to celebrate and join in our big occasion with us,” Mr Williams said.
Reading all the rage at Biboohra school this week A TABLELANDS school has been transformed into a haven for young bookworms. Students at Biboohra State School have embraced Children’s Book Week – an annual celebration that promotes reading, creativity and imagination across Australia. School principal David King said the week was one of the highlights of the year for his students.
“It’s getting to the essence of reading, which is enjoyment and the pleasure that comes with that and we can really celebrate and have lots of fun with it,” he said. “We want share a love of reading with our kids. In Australia, we’ve got a great reading culture.” In addition to voting for their favourite books on display at the library, students will also be
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Navy Vietnam Veteran Les McPherson attended a Vietnam Veterans Day service at Mt Molloy last Thursday.
Region remembers Vietnam
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THERE are few similarities between Mt Molloy and Long Tan, Vietnam. But just like on the eve of that fateful battle 50 years ago, the town’s cenotaph had an eerie presence about it last week as the region paused to commemorate Vietnam Veterans Day. Here, there was no rubber plantation. Nor was there the sound of gunfire and artillery shells exploding when 105 Australians fought off about 2500 North Vietnamese soldiers and Viet Cong guerrillas on August 18, 1966. What set the scene was the weather. It was overcast. The wind was just right. And the rain threatened to pour. Delta Company, 6RAR lost 17 men in that fateful battle. Another was lost from 1st Armoured Personnel Carrier Squadron. But last Thursday was not just about them. Julatten Navy veteran Les McPherson told The Express he was simply there to pay his respects. The grandfather-of-eight completed two tours as an engineer aboard destroyers in the Gulf of Tonkin – along the coast of Vietnam. It’s a role he recalls with little fanfare, just doing his bit “supporting the army which were doing all the work”. “For me, Vietnam Veterans Day is about showing respect for everyone who served and died,” he said. “When we came back from Vietnam, we didn’t get a lot of respect from the public…We’d come back and have to march through the streets of Sydney and get hissed at. It wasn’t really good. “But it’s good see a day like this giving veterans the recognition veterans deserve.” Over in Mareeba, RSL Sub-Branch
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president Paul McGregor-Jones was chuffed that 50 Vietnam veterans attended their service. You can bet he’s proud of every single one of them. “It was a very good turnout,” he said. “I was thinking about all those who served in Vietnam, from 1962 right through to 1973. “Vietnam, of course, was a war noone at home wanted to know about and it wasn’t until the late ‘80s that the people of Australia started to think what we did in Vietnam.” But in Mt Molloy, that tiny town, amongst all the speeches and the memories and wreaths being laid, the youngest generation was there too. Dozens of students from Mt Molloy and Julatten State School maintained a beautiful silence as the crowd remembered our country’s fallen sons. Ready just in time for the ceremony, a steel cross stood at the cenotaph, a replica of the one erected in the aftermath of the battle in Vietnam. It was the idea of Mt Molloy RSL subbranch member and Air Force veteran Douglas Townsend , whose late cousin, 6RAR Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Colin Townsend, mounted the rescue mission to save Delta Company during the battle. “I felt I needed to recognise the service of these guys,” Mr Townsend said. “Being an ex-serviceman myself, I felt we owed it to them to have the recognition they didn’t get when they came back to Australia.” The cross is the only one of its kind in Far North Queensland, a fitting tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Lest We Forget.
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Road upgrades set for this year A FURTHER 35km of the Peninsula Developmental Road (PDR) will be sealed by the end of this year. Contracts have been awarded at Coen South and Archer to Wolverton as part of the State and Federal Government’s $260.5 million Cape York Region Package (CYRP). State Main Roads minister Mark Bailey said the successful contractors – Koppens Developments Pty Ltd (Coen South project) and Robinson Civil Constructions FNQ Pty Ltd (Archer to
Wolverton project) – have been in discussions with Cape York businesses and training providers to engage the local workforce. “The award of the Coen South and Archer to Wolverton contracts concludes a comprehensive procurement process, with work expected to begin in a matter of weeks,” he said. “Both the Coen South and Archer to Wolverton projects will connect with existing bitumen seal. “This means that road users in the Coen area will enjoy 53.5 kilometres of uninterrupted sealed
road while those accessing the Archer River area will be able to drive for 52.3 kilometres before returning to unsealed conditions.” Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Darren Chester said the CYRP would “facilitate economic growth in the Cape York region”. “Deliberate decisions have been made at a federal and state government level about how to deliver the projects in order to best achieve this aim, while also including measurements that relate to Indigenous and non-Indigenous training
and upskilling,” he said. “These were used to great effect in 2015 with, for example, more than 20 indigenous trainees being trained on the job and more than 80 indigenous people working in various capacities on the PDR at the peak of construction. We expect these great results to continue during 2016.” Treasurer and Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships Curtis Pitt said an average 180 direct jobs would be supported over the life of the four projects being delivered this year.
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AN iconic art exhibition is delighting Cooktown’s history buffs. East Coast Encounter is currently on display at Nature’s PowerHouse in the Cooktown Botanic Gardens. The travelling exhibition was instigated by former Cooktown resident and artist Peter Hudson and includes works by Mr Hudson and fellow artists Reg Mombassa, Adric Watson, Bianca Beetson and Michael Cook. It reimagines the encounters between James Cook and his crew and the local Aboriginal people they met during their voyage up the east coast in 1770. The exhibition is on display until mid September in Nature’s PowerHouse, which also houses the Vera Scarth-Johnson botanical art exhibition and the Kindred Café. Nature’s PowerHouse is open seven days a week, from 10am to 4pm.
A FARMING lobby group has demanded the Federal Government spell out its intentions with the proposed backpacker tax. Voice of Horticulture (VOH) chairwoman Tania Chapman said the industry faced dire consequences if the tax, which is currently under review by the government, was reintroduced. “Backpackers contribute more than $3.5 billion to the economy each year and around 40,000 find employment on Australian farms,” she said. “We need more of them, not less to harvest our crops, and ensure our quality produce reach the market and thus the consumer whilst in premium condition.” The Coalition has pledged to establish a review of 417 and 462 Visa labour, if re-elected, paving the way for possible changes to the proposed 32.5 per cent tax on working holiday makers earning up to $18,200 in a year.
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The review panel will report back on October 14, allowing any changes to be introduced by January 1 next year. VOH believes the lack of clarity and uncertainty surrounding the tax had led to many backpackers believing the tax was currently in place, potentially stifling a valuable source of labour.
Second fishing forum this week
CREATION of a coordinating body to further the interests of the marine and fishing industry in Cooktown will be on the agenda for tomorrow’s Fishing and Marine Industry Forum. The second forum to be held since April, the program will include: an overview of Transport and Main Roads role in infrastructure provision, an overview of Marine Safety Queensland’s role in navigation and safety, identifying future opportunities for the Cooktown port and gauging the commitment to undertaking a Cooktown Marine Master Plan, the role of the Department of State Development in supporting economic development and the creation of a coordinating body for the local fishing and marine industry. The forum will be held from 6pm at River of Gold Motel. To book, RSVP by noon today by calling 4069 5222 or emailing the Year’ secretary@ccct.org.au
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The Mareeba Distruct Fruit and Vegetable Growers Assocation is now inviting nominations for the 2016 award which will be presented at the MDFVGA Dinner on September 16. NOMINATIONS CLOSE: Wednesday, August 24, 2016 Post to PO Box 989 ,Mareeba QLD 4880 or email mdfvga@bigpond.com
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Business survey COOK Shire businesses are being urged to have their say in council’s annual Business Survey. Local businesses can still complete the survey until the end of this month, which will help council shape future business support. The survey is open to all Cook Shire-based businesses, not for profit and community groups and organisations. All information collected will
remain strictly confidential and all responses will be collated into a report which will be available at the end of September. To complete the survey, head to www.cook. qld.gov.au/businesssurvey
Banana fears doused A LEADING Australian researcher has dismissed claims that bananas will be extinct within five years. Professor Andre Drenth from the Centre for Plant Science at the University of Queensland said there was little relevance in recent media reporting of an impending ‘bananageddon’ to Australia’s banana industry. Reports last week by an international plant pathologist stating that the disease black Sigatoka would wipe out the industry are wide off the mark, according to Prof Drenth. “We currently do not have black Sigatoka in Australia. But we are fully aware of the threat that it poses to the industry and we are continuously monitoring this,” he said. “The last outbreak of black Sigatoka in Australia was in 2001 and we eradicated it.” Prof Drenth said while the pathogen was “very adaptable to fungicides”, the Australian banana industry was ready to combat it if it returned. “We have systems in place and we keep plugging away to ensure that it does not become a problem,” he said. “Neither growers nor consumers need be concerned by reports that the industry is facing its end. The Australian industry is progressive in comparison to other countries.” he said. Black Sigatoka in many banana exporting countries overseas is controlled through weekly application of fungicides. Australian Banana Grower’s Council (ABGC) Chairman Doug Phillips backed Prof Drenth. “We’re certainly aware of the damage done in other countries by black Sigatoka, but the controls, the monitoring and the systems we have in place in Australia will mean that we will never experience the same widespread damage from this disease,” he said.
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THE 2016 MAREEBA DISTRICT FRUIT AND VEGETABLE GROWERS DINNER The Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association is again preparing for its Annual Fruit and Vegetable Dinner. This year, the dinner will be held on Friday 16 September 2016 at the Mareeba International Club. We are approaching your firm for sponsorship of this event as you have an involvement in the fruit and vegetable industry. Sponsorship towards our dinner can be made by way of a monetary contribution. The Association will regard all contributions received to include GST and a tax invoice will be forwarded to you once payment is received. Gold Sponsor status is also available for sponsorship of the Dinner. This status will be given special promotions, where the names will be announced as “Gold Dinner Sponsors”. The cost involved in becoming a Gold Sponsor will be $660.00 (GST inclusive). Sponsors names will be noted on the invitation that is sent to all members of this Association and sponsors are welcome to set up a display at the hall on the night. Also, on the evening of the Dinner, our President will announce those organizations or businesses that have provided sponsorship towards the Dinner. Sponsorship categories include: $600.00 (GST Exclusive) $300.00 to $599.00 (GST Exclusive) $100.00 to $299.00 (GST Exclusive) $0 to $99.00 (GST Exclusive)
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HIGH FLYERS: Atherton grandfather John McDonald, 80, with North Queensland Aero Club president Scott Brady.
Aero Club goes sky high HE might be at the ripe old age of 80, but John McDonald is living proof you’re never too old to follow your dream. The Atherton grandfather is one of North Queensland Aero Club’s students learning to fly at Mareeba Aerodrome. “I think my grandkids were probably a bit amazed at the start,” he quipped. “It’s probably more of a passion than a hobby. “You’ve got to really have the urge to learn to fly because otherwise I think the challenge would beat you.” The club is hosting a public open day this weekend to mark its official opening in Mareeba. Club president Scott Brady said it was an important milestone after operating out of the town “on and off” for the past three years. “It’s to let the Tablelands community know the service and facility is available,” Mr Brady said. “We’ve got students who’ve flown solo on their 15th
birthday right up to people in their 80s who are learning to fly. It’s a very broad demographic.” Prospective student pilots will be able to view and sit in several aircraft on display, while children will be treated to a jumping castle and a paper plane competition on the day. Mareeba’s warbirds will also perform a flyover. “People fly for a number of different reasons. Some fly for a career, some fly for fun,” Mr Brady said. “We’ve had students who want to overcome their fear of flying.” The club became permanently based at Mareeba in January after moving from Cairns Airport due to prohibitive fees and congested air traffic. Mr Brady said there were now more than 100 students on the books with nine aircraft available for flight training. The open day will be held this Saturday from 10am to 2pm at Hangar H, Mareeba Airport.
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THE Mareeba Golf Club has welcomed news of a council crackdown on unregistered dogs after several kangaroos were attacked and killed on their course. Mareeba Shire Council will begin a selective inspection program from September 5, with officers to conduct a door knock of homes in the Mareeba area to check dog registration. Golf club manager Cynthia Houchin welcomed the news after a dozen resident kangaroos were found brutally mauled and decapitated by aggressive dogs last month. “That’s excellent,” she said. “These were domestic dogs attacking the kangaroos so hopefully we’ll find out if they are registered and microchipped.” Council officers initially responded by setting a trap with only one dog caught near the course several weeks ago. Mrs Houchin said there had only been a few dog attacks in past weeks at the course, with some kangaroos now starting to return. Mareeba mayor Tom Gilmore put the blame squarely at the feet of irresponsible dog owners. “It is simply incredible to me that people are inclined to allow large, roaming animals out of their sight to wander around and kill kangaroos,” he said. “There are serious fines for dogs that are roaming at large and if they’re unregistered of course there are even more serious consequences.”
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Kuranda Seniors Day Kuranda Seniors Day, organised by Ngoonbi Community Services Indigenous Corporation, was held on Tuesday August 16, in Kuranda. The day celebrated the contributions seniors make in the local community and was an opportunity to bring the youth and seniors together.
PROGRAM OF EVENTS 09.15am: Assemble at Arnold Park 09.30am: Parade of Nations With the Pipe Band 09.45am: Kiara Cabassi (Advance Australia Fair) 09.50am: Aunty Loretta Baker Welcome to Land 10.00am: Mareeba State Primary School 10.15am: St Stephen’s High School 10.30am: Cairns and District Chinese Association 10.45am: Chinese Lions and Dragons 11.00am: Chinese Dancers 11.10am: Irish Dancing 11.15am: Mareeba High School Band
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THE 2016 MAREEBA DISTRICT FRUIT AND VEGETABLE GROWERS DINNER
THE 2016 MAREEBA DISTRICT FRUIT AND VEGETABLE GROWERS DINNER
he Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association is again preparing for its Annual uit and Vegetable Dinner. This year, the dinner will be held on Friday 16 September 2016 at e Mareeba International Club. We are approaching your firm for sponsorship of this event as u have an involvement in the fruit and vegetable industry. Sponsorship towards our dinner can made by way of a monetary contribution. The Association will regard all contributions received to clude GST and a tax invoice will be forwarded to you once payment is received.
The Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association is again preparing for its Annu Fruit and Vegetable Dinner. This year, the dinner will be held on Friday 16 September 2016 the Mareeba International Club. We are approaching your firm for sponsorship of this event you have an involvement in the fruit and vegetable industry. Sponsorship towards our dinner c be made by way of a monetary contribution. The Association will regard all contributions received include GST and a tax invoice will be forwarded to you once payment is received.
old Sponsor status is also available for sponsorship of the Dinner. This status will be given special omotions, where the names will be announced as “Gold Dinner Sponsors”. The cost involved in coming a Gold Sponsor will be $660.00 (GST inclusive). Sponsors names will be noted on the vitation that is sent to all members of this Association and sponsors are welcome to set up a splay at the hall on the night. Also, on the evening of the Dinner, our President will announce ose organizations or businesses that have provided sponsorship towards the Dinner.
Gold Sponsor status is also available for sponsorship of the Dinner. This status will be given spec promotions, where the names will be announced as “Gold Dinner Sponsors”. The cost involved becoming a Gold Sponsor will be $660.00 (GST inclusive). Sponsors names will be noted on t invitation that is sent to all members of this Association and sponsors are welcome to set up display at the hall on the night. Also, on the evening of the Dinner, our President will announ those organizations or businesses that have provided sponsorship towards the Dinner.
ponsorship categories include: 00.00 (GST Exclusive) 00.00 to $599.00 (GST Exclusive) 00.00 to $299.00 (GST Exclusive) to $99.00 (GST Exclusive)
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As you may be aware Tableland CANEGROWERS made a submission to the Local Area Drought Committee to have the remainder of Mareeba Shire and all of Tablelands Regional Council drought declared. Thanks to some excellent work by Drewe Burgess and Rajinder Singh, the Committee recommended the declaration to the Minister and on May 1 2016, both shires were Drought Declared.
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of the following information and the Application Form which you will be required to fill out can be found at: https://www.ergon.com.au/retail/business/ account-options/drought-relief
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Waived charges
If you are mainly using electricity to pump water for farm or irrigation purposes, Ergon will waive the fixed charges on your account. These include annual fixed charges under Tariff 66, service fees and minimum payments. They don't include minimum demand charges. The waiver will continue until the drought declaration has been revoked. What this means for your irrigation Tariff once you have filled in your application: T20, T22, T22A, T62 and T65 – The ‘Service Fee per Metering Point’ will be waived. T66 - The ‘Service Fee per Metering Point’ will be waived as will the ‘Annual Fixed Charge per kilowatt of connected motor capacity’. • For some irrigators, depending on your electricity usage patterns, you will save more money by swapping from T20, T22, T22A, T62 and T65 to T66. • It is strongly suggested that once you have filled in your application form you contact Ergon retail and get them to go through your historical usage to work out which tariff is going to work out saving you the most money during the Drought Declaration period. • It has been confirmed with Ergon that you have the ability to do one FREE swap per year. • It has also been confirmed that if you do swap to T66 you will have the ability to swap back to your original tariff once the declaration is revoked. • If you do swap tariffs, please remember to swap back as soon as the drought declaration is revoked or it could end up costing you money.
Deferred payments
If you are experiencing financial difficulty as a result of the drought, you can defer payments on electricity accounts that are used for farming purposes. Interest may be charged on deferred payments. The option to defer will continue until the drought declaration has been revoked. When that happens, repayment terms will be arranged on a case-by-case basis. Ergon Contact Number for Assistance with Drought Relief 1800 185 750 (8am-4:30pm Monday to Friday).
TRANSPORT CONCESSIONS
Drought assistance measures provided by the Department of Transport and Main Roads include: Maree Lopez • Increased school transport allowances for some familiesSecretary that drive their children to school or Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association connect with a school bus run. • Waivers and greater flexibility on certain vehicle registration conditions and fees and charges – Additional registration pay term of 3 months and exemption from surcharge for a 3 or 6-month registration – A registered operator of vehicles registered for private or farm use may apply for a 3 month registration. Alternatively, you may wish to pay your registration for 6 months and apply to have the surcharge for the registration term exempted. – Exemption from an administration fee for late payment of registration – If the Department of Transport and Main Roads approves your application for drought assistance, you will be exempt from paying an administration fee for late payment of registrations. – Waiving of certificate of inspection fees – operators of eligible vehicles registered for primary production and due for inspection may apply for a fee exemption. This applies for Department of Transport and Main Roads issued certificates only and does not exempt vehicles from the requirement of an inspection or certificate. – Seasonal registration vehicles can have dormant period extended to two years – Registration of seasonally registered vehicles owned by a primary producer at the end of the registration term pay be deferred for a maximum of two years. – Cancellation and re-registration of vehicles – You may cancel a vehicle’s registration if registered under the Primary Producer’s Concession Scheme until re-registration is required, e.g. seasonal conditions favourable for planting.
DROUGHT RECOVERY CONCESSIONAL LOANS SCHEME AND DROUGHT CONCESSIONAL LOANS SCHEME
For more information on QRAA Concessional Loans contact Sam Spina Mobile: 0429 497 757 or Email: sam.spina@qraa.qld.gov.au Drought Recovery Concessional Loans are available to help eligible farm businesses to undertake planting and restocking activities. Drought Concessional Loans are available to help farm businesses recover from, and prepare for, future droughts, and to return to viability in the long term. The Australian Government has committed a total of $45 million for the provision of these schemes in Queensland in 2015–16. These loans are being delivered by QRAA on behalf of the Australian government.
FARM HOUSEHOLD ALLOWANCE
All of the following information can be found at: https://www.business.qld.gov.au/industry/agriculture/drought/assistanceprimary-producers
Further Information can be found at: https://www. humanservices.gov.au/customer/services/centrelink/ farm-household-allowance
Accessing Water The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries offers the emergency water infrastructure rebate under the Drought Relief Assistance Scheme (DRAS). This rebate applies to the purchase and installation of water infrastructure such as pumps, bores and tanks. Other requirements and approvals may apply before you can start taking water or constructing water infrastructure. • Access to groundwater for stock and domestic purposes • Applying for a water licence • Water bore construction standards • Approvals for water infrastructure and related development
The Farm Household Allowance provides money for basic living expenses to eligible farm families experiencing hardship. You do not have to be in a drought-declared area to be eligible to apply for the Farm Household Allowance. The allowance is administered by the Australian Government's Department of Human Services.
Water Fee Relief The widespread drought across the state is causing many landholders severe hardship. As part of the Queensland Government's drought assistance package, the department is waiving annual water licence fees in Local Government Areas which are drought declared. • Annual water licence fees from 1 July 2015 until 30 June 2016 will be waived • Affected landholders will be advised of the waiver by letter • Annual water licence fee relief will be available in additional areas which become drought declared Application fees for a new water licence to take water for stock and domestic purposes From 1 June 2015, the department is waiving all new water licence application fees for the take of stock and domestic water in all drought declared areas throughout Queensland. Drought Assistance Land Rent Rebate The Queensland Government recognises that the widespread drought across the state is causing many landholders severe hardship. As part of the government's drought assistance package, landholders of rural leases (being Category 11 leases used for grazing and primary production) issued under the Land Act 1994 are eligible for a rebate of 12% of the annual rent where that annual payment is more than the minimum rent of $235. The rebate is available to leases that are in drought-declared areas and to those that are Individually Droughted Properties. Landholders who are eligible for the rebate will receive information with their annual/quarterly invoices. Drought Assistance Land Rent Deferral As a further hardship assistance measure, the payment date for all Category 11 drought declared invoices has been extended until 1 July 2016. In addition, no penalty interest will accrue on overdue balances during the 2015–16 financial year.
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Further information can be found at: https://www. business.qld.gov.au/industry/agriculture/drought/ assistance-primary-producers/counselling-services Drought places financial and emotional stress on affected communities. If you or someone you know is experiencing financial stress or mental health and wellbeing issues, support is available from: • Professional financial counsellors • Mental health services • Other assistance schemes These schemes are designed to help people in rural and remote communities deal with the impact of stressful situations such as drought. Contact the Rural Financial Counselling Service: 1800 686 175 or RFDS Drought Wellbeing Service: (07) 3852 7544.
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TUESDAYS BINGO: 9.30AM UNTIL NOON IN THE HALL CLUB PROMO: 12 NOON - 1PM WEDNESDAY NIGHTS TEXAS HOLD ’EM POKER: $100 CASH PRIZE 6.30PM REGISTRATION, 7PM START THURSDAYS BINGO: 9.30AM UNTIL NOON IN THE HALL BUFFET LUNCH & CLUB PROMO: 12 NOON - 1PM THIS FRIDAY NIGHT 26TH AUGUST LIVE BAND: 7PM “RIDING & MOORE”
Gerard’s career in hypnosis began by accident in 1994 when he received a pamphlet in the mail advertising a weekend course in hypnotism. Not believing that such a course even existed, or that it was possible to learn something so cool in such a short time, Gerard contacted the organisers to check them out. Sceptical about their claims but still curious, he enrolled in the weekend course. “I was completely surprised to find that it didn’t take a whole weekend to learn to hypnotise”, says Gerard V. “In fact I had hypnotised my first volunteer two-hours after the course started. “Some people are naturally good dancers or singers, it turns out that I am naturally good at hypnotising people. I was as surprised as anyone could be to find that out. “In 2005 I had had enough of my corporate life and thought why not go on stage and be an entertainer? Not long after that I did my first show which turned out fairly well, but I wanted much better than to be merely Ok”. Gerard V watched the video of his first show over and over, thinking of ways to make it better and in his own words “cringing at my mistakes even if noone else really noticed them”. One of the guests at that first show booked Gerard V for another show, and while the first show was Ok, the second show was outstanding. Gerard V is performing at the Atherton High School Community Hall on Saturday September 3, from 7.30 pm. Tickets are available from Yungaburra Whistlestop Café and Café on Louise. This is a charity event in loving memory of Leo Poggioli with funds raised going to prostate cancer research.
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New on the Rising Sun screen this week is the epic Roman drama ‘Ben Hur’ and the entertaining comedy ‘Bad Moms’. Bad Moms has an all star cast that includes Kristen Bell, Mila Kunis and Christina Applegate. Ben Hur is a brand new release and comes to your local Mareeba cinema at exactly the same time as the rest of Australia and the all action JASON BOURNE continues for a second great week.
JASON BOURNE
Jason Bourne (Matt Damon), now remembering who he truly is, tries to uncover hidden truths about his past.
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The epic story of Judah Ben-Hur (Jack Huston), a prince falsely accused of treason by his adopted brother, an officer in the Roman army. After years at sea, Judah returns to his homeland to seek revenge, but finds redemption.
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Walkamin Country Music Club
Open Mic Concert & Family Night Relocated to October 29 in 2016, the PBR is already full steam ahead preparing for the return to Roosters Stadium Atherton with the toughest sport on dirt featuring the states toughest bulls going head to head against an all-star line-up of riders. This is one event we look forward to said PBR General Manager, Glen Young. Even though we had to overcome some tough weather conditions last year, it didn’t distract the NQ PBR Fans from attending and the atmosphere they created was as good as it gets anywhere in the country. The 40 rider format will see each rider have one opportunity to get a score on the board and from there the top 10 scoring riders will progress to the Championship Round where they will then be randomly matched against the toughest ten bulls in the competition. With over $10 000 in prize-money on offer it will come down to the rider with the highest 2 bull combined score that will be crowned the eventual 2016 PBR Atherton Champion. With Atherton being the sixth tour stop of the new season and the second last qualifying event before
the $70 000 November Cup Series, this will also be one of the most anticipated events of the year with each and every rider jostling for last minute rankings in order to qualify for the Cup Series which will feature the newly introduced 2 night Iron Cowboy Event in Townsville. PBR events have something for everyone, family friendly with a great social atmosphere whilst delivering major league match ups between man and beast combined in a Rock Concert environment and mega screen that will take you behind the scenes, inside the bucking chutes and with slow motion replays on each and every ride. Gates open at 5pm, with the main event kicking off at 7pm sharp, then directly following the show the fans can join the cowboys at the Barron Valley Hotel for the Official Jack Daniel’s After Party. Tickets will soon be on sale at Arabella Jewelers at 54 Main Street, Atherton, or Online at www. pbraustralia.com.au. Tickets can also be purchased at the gate.
SATURDAY 27TH AUGUST KERRIBEE PARK ‘BULL BARN’ 4.30pm till late – Everyone welcome! Great Backing Band & the best of Local Talent on Show!
Plus
Open Mic Night – Bring along 3 Chord Charts for the Band or back yourself! $5 ENTRY • FOOD & DRINKS AVAILABLE
Proudly sponsored by
Contact Darryl Chaplain on 0427 780 505 or Cassie Blain on 4092 3542
The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) is a partnership With thanks to our between the Queensland Government and Mareeba Shire Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland. Major sponsors For all event details & Metrogaine pre-registration, like Lions Club Mareeba On Facebook OR email: lionsmba@gmail.com
• Metrogaine is point-scored, tiMe-liMited, awesoMe prizes to be won • $10 per person or $20 teaM of 4 crack the map, solve the clue at each marker, beat the field, win a prize! • interactive checkpoints! • cold drinks available • sausage sizzle at finish line • prize for best dressed! Proudly Sponsored By: Mareeba Community Housing Company, MSF Sugar, Regional Arts Development Fund, Bendigo Bank, Radio 4AM, Mareeba Toyota & Hansen Ford, Millar Teitzel Accountants FNQ Filters & Parts, Rescue Swag, O’Donnell’s Office Power, McDonald’s, Express Newspaper, Zingo Real Mango, Tablelands Advertiser, Girle’s Signs & Northern Auto Electrical.
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The LAND Sugar research vital for growth MOSSMAN and Tablelands farmers have had their say on the future of sugar cane after a flying visit by an industry group. Representatives of Sugar Research Australia (SRA) met with cane fane farmers in Mossman and Mareeba last Wednesday to discuss the latest projects in sugar cane research and development. SRA chairman Ron Swindells said finding a more efficient cane variety which produced a greater yield and combating Yellow Canopy Syndrome (YCS) were two of the key issues affecting the industry. “We’re putting a lot of money into solving that. It’s proving really intractable,” he said of the disease. “We think it started in the Cairns region and it has spread as far south as Maryborough.” Mr Swindells said while YCS had not yet affected the Tablelands, it was important local farmers remained vigilant and employ best practice. “It can really impact some growers and affect their yield and sugar content,” he said. SRA also conducts cane disease and pest research overseas in countries such as Papua New Guinea and Indonesia. “If we look at the pests and diseases those countries have got in their sugar cane, we can be prepared for what might happen here,” Mr Swindells said. Mr Swindells said it was important to gauge feedback from farmers in terms of the direction SRA takes with their research. “Trying to get the research that we do out to be implemented by growers and millers is a major project of ours at the moment because we’re reviewing the way we go about that,” he said. “We want to use more modern technology, but we also know we’ve got to have some face-to-face contact with growers as well.”
Local mum goes bananas A WALKAMIN mum is leading the way in agricultural sustainability and innovation. Natural Evolution Foods (NEF) co-founder and managing director Krista Watkins took out the sustainability category in the 2016 St George Banking Group AusMumpreneur Awards on August 14 for her work in developing banana-based products. Together with husband Rob, Mrs Watkins officially started NEF about a year ago after six years of selling flour produced from excess Cavendish and Lady Finger Bananas for local, national and international markets. Manufacturing everything from green banana resistant starch to ointments and skin care products, the couple are leading the world in banana-based products, establishing contracts with suppliers in Japan, the United Kingdom and now South Korea. “What I think the judges liked is we’re taking farm waste and we’re turning it into highvalue food sources,” Mrs Watkins said. “450 to 550 tonnes of bananas are wasted every week in North Queensland so our phi-
Walkamin’s Krista Watkins’ banana-based products are taking the world by storm.
losophy is to one day be able to not only use all of that waste but, looking at marketing trends, we know it’s actually going to require more bananas to grow because of global demand for things like banana flour.” Mrs Watkins said her customers appreciated the natural properties of NEF’s products as the company continued its world-leading research and development. “For where we are at the moment, it really is just the tip of the iceberg for what we want to do in the banana industry,” she said. “We’ve built a brand to sell these products we’re making currently but also to give us growth for the future.”
suGar rEPOrts MOssMaN MiLL CrushiNG statistiCs WEEk 11 Mossman Mill had its highest throughput for the year with 45,642 tonnes of cane processed for the week at an average crushing rate of 339 tonnes/hour. Plant availability was affected during the week by milling train mechanical failures and some Boiler Station operational issues. Condensate in the Clarification process control switchroom caused some processor failures that had to be changed out. The Evaporator Station performance also became rate limiting towards the end of the week as the next cleaning cycle approaches. Sugar quality and production rate remains above target. Cane Transport and Harvesting had a good week in being able to ramp up operations and maintain cane supply up to the mill. Crush statistiCs: • Mossman tonnes crushed for the week: 45,642 tonnes • CCS for week: 11.74 • Total cane crushed to date: 308,647 tonnes • CCS average to date: 10.91 • 2016 crop estimate: 850,000 tonnes
taBLELaND MiLL CrushiNG statistiCs WEEk 12
Mareeba banana farmers Michael Lankester and Mark Reppel currently supply NEF with excess waste, which enables the company to turn it into flour and other products on site at their multi-million factory in Walkamin. Mrs Watkins said NEF was interested in tapping in to other agricultural industries with large volumes of waste to provide an alternative source of income for farmers. “The best produce is produced in Australia and we really should be embracing that and making the most of it,” she said.
MAREEBA LIVEWEIGHT CATTLE
MARKET REPORT Prime Quotes (c/kg) Butcher’s steers Butcher’s heifers WhOLesALe cOWs expOrt sLAughter BuLLOcks expOrt sLAughter cOWs expOrt sLAughter BuLLs
toP 283.0 245.0 239.0 292.0 244.0 247.0
LoW 281.0 219.0 200.0 256.0 180.0 153.0
store Quotes (c/kg) stOre steers stOre heifers cOWs & cALVes uNit
toP 355.2 315.2 $910
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MASSIVE PRICE REDUCTION
An urban oasis
This immaculate four bedroom family home delivers on the promise of easy care living in the tropics! It’s an exciting fusion of contemporary design complemented by tasteful timber finishes with a fresh neutral interior, and tropical, low maintenance gardens. Positioned in a quiet cul de sac only minutes from town, it features a sensational rear wrap around timber deck that overlooks the yard and offers a seamless transition to indoor/ outdoor living. Incorporating all the qualities you desire this home is understatedly elegant and uniquely different. Quality features include: • Low maintenance colourbond exterior
• Tiled open plan living area • 65m2 timber wrap around deck with multiple access from the home, plus privacy screen and shade sail off the side • Four carpeted Bedrooms with built-ins • Modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas cooktop, island bench, breakfast bar and direct access out to the deck • Split system air-conditioning throughout • Energy efficient LED lighting throughout • Master bedroom with ensuite, full length built-in robe and private deck access • Stunning bathroom and ensuite – fully tiled to the ceiling • Tinted windows, security screens and tim-
ber blinds throughout • Double undercover carport • Exposed aggregate driveway and pathways all round • 6m x 3m garden shed with additional 3m lean-to • New 6m x 6m powered colourbond shed with 2 roller door access and concrete driveway • Fully privacy fenced 800m2 allotment with low maintenance tropical gardens Don’t miss the opportunity to secure such an affordable home that accommodates fantastic entertaining
and offers an exceptional, relaxed lifestyle. For further information or to arrange a private inspection please call exclusive agent Joe Torrisi. Phone 0417 700 468.
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MAREEBA REDUCED to $375,000 EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468
A five minute walk to the shopping centre and town This lovely three bedroom home is in such a great position - just one street away from the main street, walking distance to town, markets, schools, location, location, location. The property has been well maintained and is ready for its new owner. The home is complete with a massive rear deck with complete privacy, perfect for the morning coffee or entertaining guests, with the kitchen and dining room flowing out onto the large rear entertainment area. Did someone say a shed!! Near new three bay shed with side access, more than enough for the boat, car restoration or for the handy Address: man with more than Price: enough room for all Agent: the tools. This beautiful Contact: home has just come onto the market and
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ticks all the boxes for a young family looking for their first home, or for the investor being able to achieve good returns given its proximity to town. Features include timber floors throughout, separate living, air conditioning in two bedrooms, property is fully fenced with an open carport. Listed at a new price of $269,000 negotiable, the vendor is motivated to sell and the house is waiting for the new owners to come and move in and enjoy.
NEW PRICE
Don’t delay, call Alex today. Phone exclusive agent Alex Srhoj on 0403 343 692 at Ray White Mareeba. MAREEBA REDUCED to $269,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Alex Srhoj Ray White Rural Mareeba 0403 343 692
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PROPERTY Inner-city colonial with stunning renovation, plus sheds
PRICE REDUCED
OPEN HOME
THIS SATURDAY 10.00AM - 12 NOON 3 Karobean Drive, Amaroo Park • STUNNING NEW 4 BEDROOM + ENSUITE & MEDIA • FULLY TILED + QUALITY FIXTURES, A/C & EXTRAS • FENCED, LANDSCAPED & AUTO IRRIGATION
PRICE: $425,000 0417 700 468 WWW.JOETORRISI.COM.AU
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Perfectly positioned close to the Gym and only a short stroll from the city centre, this four-bedroom Queenslander has been transformed into an absolutely incredible family home with bright and open living spaces and generous outdoor entertaining. Features include... • Immaculately maintained and presented. • Bull-nosed front verandah • Stunning colonial features throughout; casement windows, polished floors • Stylish renovated kitchen featuring highend, family-sized appliances • Adjoining dining space opening to a spa-
This home is ready now, call to inspect cious deck • Casual and formal living areas today for the reduced price of $300,000. • Privately positioned bedrooms • Spacious master bedroom, generous For more information or to arrange a walk in robe private inspection please call marketing agent Aurelia Rogato on 0418 183 • Fully Air conditioned plus ceiling fans • Easy-care 1371sqm allotment; garage 555 (ID #1P1757). • Cement drive way access to rear of block with still loads of room Address: MAREEBA • Two separate sheds plus room Price: REDUCED to $300,000 for another dwelling. Aurelia Rogato Agent: No work required, all the hard Rogato Real Estate work in renovating this classic Contact: 4092 5255 or 0418 183 555 Queenslander has been done.
4 BEDROOM QUEENSLANDER • BUILT-INS IN 3 BEDROOMS & DINING AREA • OPEN PLAN LIVING AREA • RUMPUS ROOM OR SPACIOUS ENTRY • 1 BATHROOM & TOILET • SINGLE CARPORT
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Water frontage
ALTITUDE REALTY MAREEBA 4092 4100
BRAND NEW HOUSE • Airconditioned • 26 Agius Close • One Acre (4,049m2) • Town Water + Bore • 4 Bedrooms • $555,000
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107-111 BYRNES ST
This spacious Queenslander has it all – extremely large kitchen with servery to the lounge, three bedrooms plus another walk-through room. Built-ins everywhere, two bathrooms with one being wheelchair friendly. Verandahs front and back, double length carport, security screened doors and windows and all the gutters have just been replaced. The thing about this house is very
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much where it is situated. Small cul-de- at Altitude Realty Mareeba. Phone Liz sac only four blocks from the Post Office on 0437 921 648 or 4092 4100. with the back yard bordering a permanent creek. You can swim, fish or just enjoy tranquility. Address: MAREEBA Ready to sell, owners Price: $279,000 made a huge price sacrifice, Agent: Elizabeth Bors inspect anytime. Altitude Realty Mareeba Contact: 0437 921 648 Inspect by appointment today with Elizabeth Bors
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Set on a level 4165m2 allotment, this new home is the essence of style. Its interior is packed with design features, has multiple living zones and loads of storage. Quality inclusions and finishes maintain the aesthetic excellence in this home. The clean lines of the galley-style kitchen layout with waterfall ends create a practical, space-efficient work area. A generous butler's pantry provides an additional preparation area, storage and an extra 54L sink (all behind closed doors). The living area is open plan in design and includes a separate media room with closable doors. Floor to ceiling stack slid-
ing glass doors provide flawless integra- ern design concepts. Come and see it for tion of indoor/outdoor living. yourself. Complete with walk-in robe and ensuite with twin showers, double wall hung vanity For further information or to arrange and separate toilet; the master bedroom an inspection, please contact exclusive ensures parents have a private space. The agent John Falvo at Mareeba Property other two bedrooms have built-ins, are Office on 0408 456 344. spacious and close to amenities. The neutral colour scheme allows Address: MAREEBA a splash of your favourite colours, Price: $479,000 NEG the floors are tiled for easy care Agent: EXCLUSIVE to John Falvo and maintenance and the sleek Mareeba Property Office laundry opens to the outside. Contact: 0408 456 344 This immaculately presented home features the best of mod-
LifestyLe is ALL About ChoiCe
This sophisticated 476m2 opulent residence is positioned on a 4202m2 of lush, totally manicured grounds which offers a lifestyle for only the privileged few. • Executive design 5 bedroom family home • 3 bathrooms • Open plan living + bar • 2 large external entertaining areas • 4 bay red brick shed with 3 bays comprising of self contained living • Walking distance to the CBD We invite you to inspect this prestige family home to truly appreciate the many features on offer. Price: $629,000 NEG Contact: Exclusive Agent Ivona Carusi on 0409 579 197
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LIFESTYLE RURAL LIVING AT ITS BEST
CENTRAL LOCATION
• 5 acres of useable land with good fertile soils • Power and water ready to be connected • Sealed access, phone reception, ADSL available • Access to Clohesy River, great hobby farm
• 3 bedroom brick veneer home with tiled roof • 1012m2 fenced block, walking distance to CBD • BIR’s, large updated kitchen, spacious lounge • Solar hot water, carport, large lock up garage
$295,000
$285,000 NEG
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SOPHIE BOZZO 0428 128 154
Modern unit – walking distance to CBD THIS modern unit is located in Maree- water. Priced at $295,000 negotiable – ba near the CBD, school, churches, PCYC hall, medical clinic and hospi- come and have a look today. tal, just to name a few. Two bedroom unit featuring a walk Contact exclusive agent – Mareeba through robe in the main bedroom Real Estate Agencies on 4092 1556 and the second bedroom has ward- or Mark on 0428 121 520 and Lyn on 0427 153 868. Email: mrea4880@ robe hanging space. The unit has wheel chair access to qld.chariot.net.au toilet and ensuite style bathroom, a two vehicle carport with laundry. Address: MAREEBA The unit has an apPrice: $295,000 NEG proximate floor area is Agent: EXCLUSIVE to Mareeba Real 147m2 (includes carport, Estate Agencies front patio and internal Contact: 0428 121 520 or 0427 153 868 floor area), plus solar hot
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INDEX
business A
DIRECTORY Electrical Embroidery Entertainment
Graphic Design
Motor Mechanic
Roofing & Sheds
Handyman Irrigation I.T
Pest Management Photography Plumbing Pool Maintenance
Security Skip Bins Storage
B
Childcare Cleaning Curtains & Blinds
Blinds Bulldozer Hire
D
F
Driving School
Floor Coverings Fuel
Air Conditioning
E
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Earthmoving
AIR CONDITIONING
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CHILDCARE
P
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DRIVING SCHOOL
T Timber Travel Tree Lopping
V
Venue Hire
ELECTRICAL
MOBILE AUTO ELECTRICAL & HYDRAULICS
Authorised Fujitsu Service Agent
Call Eugene: 0400 080 327
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
ABN 80 179 825 363 • QBSA 59712 • ARC License AU24014
3 Locations in Mareeba: Constance, Dunlop & Hastie Streets
www.donhall.com.au
EMBROIDERY
Early Learning • Kindergarten • Outside School & Vacation Care
R & C AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION
• Airconditioning Installations • Cold Rooms • Fridge Seals • Gasing • Servicing & Maintenance • Authorised Artic Licence
Call Ross Malfitana Mobile: 0429 898 657
ABN: 61 788 170 092 LIC. NO: L012565 ArtIC LIC: AU21630 QBSA: 1220582
AVIATION
CLEANING
• Domestic & Commercial Carpets • Lounge Suites - Fabric Covers • Internal House Cleaning • Specialising in Bond Cleaning
Covering all areas! 43 robert street, atherton (Opposite the Swimming Pool)
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CURTAINS & BLINDS
TO IN
Blinds and Curtains
Desiree Siemon
• DOZERS D7R & D7G • SCRAPER • WATER TRUCKS • BODY TRUCK • MINING • FARM CLEARING • ROAD WORKS
TOM SMITH P: 0407 161 783 F: 4092 7851 E: stj.enterprises@bigpond.com.au
Carpet • Vinyl • CeramiCs Floating Floors • Blinds
Laser Electrical Mareeba Phone: (07) 4092 4146 99 Vaughan Street, Mareeba mareeba@laserelectrical.com.au www.mareeba.laserelectrical.com.au LIC. 55472 | ARC. AU31673
P 4095 5669 F 4095 5797 M 0408 887 701
BULLDOZER HIRE
Phone: 0429 869 023
For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619
96 James Street, Mareeba
PH: 0417 843 015 or 4092 7536 Lic No: 51413 RH Lic No: L038890
CEC No: A5891084 ACMA Reg No: F0510843
• BISTRO • BAR • TAB • POKIES • KENO • FUNCTIONS OPEN 7 Days FOr LuNcH aND DiNNEr
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Carpet & Vinyl > Carpet & Vinyl Tiles > Floating Floors
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Service StationS open to the public
24 hour Fuel Service to approved customers (Mareeba only)
7 BOWER ST, MAREEBA INDUSTRIAL PARK P: 4092 2472 • F: 4092 2668 18 MOFFAT ST, RAvENShOE • P: 4097 6888 For Bulk Fuel & Oil Contact Head Office at Miallo 4098 8222
ENTERTAINMENT
MAREEBA LEAGUES CLUB
Trust the FLOOR Covering Man!
FUEL
For Alterations to Clothing & Curtains Phone Liz 4092 6619
PHONE 4092 2922
FLOORS
159 Walsh St, Mareeba P: 4092 5466 M: 0419 736 229
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY >Phone: & Accessories 0429 869 023
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Mareeba 4092 2800 Atherton 4091 3300
MAREEBA FLOOR COVERING CENTRE
Tracks > Rods Competitive Curtains & Furnishings 96 James Street,Curtains Mareeba Competitive & Furnishings
SPECIALISING IN THE INSTALLATION OF: • CORK TILES • VINYLS • VINYL TILES • PARQUETRY • FLOOR SANDING • CARPET GOLD AllAn & DAni: MOBilE 0409 007 247 CARD P: 4091 3936 23 Louise St, Atherton Q.4883 707796
ELECTRICAL
Plus we sell...
Supply & Fit
JANE PETERS PO Box 1923, Mareeba QLD 4880 PHONE: 0427 932 776 ABN 98 735 499 133 Email: pickfordpark1@bigpond.com
FLOOR COVERINGS
Tracks > Rods > Accessories
Vertical & Venetian Blinds Panel Glides > Timber Blinds
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EARTHMOVING
Daniel Battistin
Residential • Commercial • Phones/Data Repairs/Maintenance • Airconditioners
Mobile 0448 856 187 email: dobattistin@msn.com
25 Yarrabee Close, Mareeba Qld. 4880
For $30 per week this spot could be yours!
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Licence No: 71735 - ACA: F0514381 - LO: 56130
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business GRAPHIC DESIGN
DIRECTORY MOTOR MECHANIC
POOL MAINTENANCE
SKIP BINS
BIGGA SKIPS AP
Creating high quality artwork with a difference for your business!
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• Business Cards • Logo Design • Brochures • Posters • Flyers
Phone: 0458 965 784 or 4096 5784 Email: aemgraphicdesign1@bigpond.com
IRRIGATION
POOL MAINTENANCE & POOL SHOP • Mechanical Repairs for Cars & Light Commercials • Roadworthy Certificates • EFi Diagnostics • Carbon Clean for Diesels & EFi Vehicles 45 Chewko Road, PO Box 131, Mareeba Phone / Fax: 4092 3563
IrrIgatIon DesIgn & supply
• 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
I.T
FREGONA TECHNOLOGIES
• Cylinder Repairs • Mobile Service
PEST MANAGEMENT
TREE LOPPING
TABLELANDS TREELOPPING
• Treelopping • Bobcat Hire • Wood Chipping • Free Quotes • Stump Grinding • Fully Insured PENSIONER DISCOUNTS
SECURITY
Call Jon Lambert
P: 4091 5008 M: 0407 575 916
For all security needs call...
Dru ThursTon 0408 913 063 now open at 2B Middlemiss St, Mareeba
Visit our website: www.fnss.com.au
Peter Roy Photographer
Weddings Birthdays Sport Portraits Real Estate Special Events
A: 2 9 Iluka Street, Mareeba P: 4092 2475 M: 0417 746 140
W: peterroyphotographer.com.au
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Bookings & Info Phone 0427 114 217
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MAREEBA 4092 4222 ATHERTON 4091 3411 www.travelexperience.com.au
• Patrols • Cash in Transit • Alarm Response & Installation • Alarm Monitoring • CCTV Installation & Service
PLUMBING
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TRAVEL
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• CONSULTANCY • DESIGN • INSTALLATION • REPAIRS • MAINTENANCE • UPGRADES
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P: 4092 1443 or 0413 013 297
LICENSED POOL SAFET Y INSPECTOR
PHONE: 0488 045 031 6 Reynolds Street, Mareeba
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TELECOMMUNICATIONS ELECTRONICS
Silvano fregona
ALL POOL SUPPLIES INCLUDING FREE WATER TESTING AND EXPERT ADVICE
ROOFING & SHEDS
• Total Hose Fitting Service • Hydraulic Components
71 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA “WE OFFER A COMPLETE ON SITE POOL SERVICE”
ACROSS THE TABLELANDS SIZES UP TO 8 METRES PHONE 4095 5182 / 0418 989 155
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DIRECTORY
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Funeral Notice MILLER-KENNEDY Elyse Jade Aged 17 Years. Passed away in Townsville Hospital on 10th August, 2016. Beloved Daughter of Megan & Dan Miller and Tyronne Kennedy. Cherished Sister of Rhyanna, Cayde, Brayth, Brayden & Rylan. Much Loved Grandaughter of Don Roberts & Cheryl Hooker, Charlie & Gloria Miller, Patrick Grieve & Elaine Kennedy. Loving Friend to many. Your place no one will fill, in life we loved you dearly, in death we love you still. Relatives & Friends are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral Service for Elyse which will be held in its entirety at St Thomas Catholic Church, 57 Constance Street, Mareeba on the 26th August, 2016 at 11.30am.
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APPROVED INSPECTION PROGRAM - DOGS LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 2009 & ANIMAL MANAGEMENT (CATS & DOGS) ACT 2008 In accordance with section 133 of the Local Government Act 2009 and section 113 of the Animal Management (Cats & Dogs) Act 2008 Mareeba Shire Council resolved at its meeting on 17th August 2016 that a selective approved inspection program will be carried out on properties within Mareeba Shire, to monitor compliance with the registration requirements of the Animal Management Act 2008 and compliance with the provisions of Council’s Local Law No. 2 Animal Management regarding the provision that owners must provide a proper enclosure to prevent their dogs from wandering. Purpose and Scope of Programs To ensure that all dogs over the age of 12 weeks are registered in accordance with the Animal Management (Cats & Dogs) Act 2008 and that the owners of dogs have a proper enclosure that prevents their dog(s) from escaping from their property. Councils Authorised Officers will be visiting homes between the hours of 6.30am and 7.00pm Monday to Sunday, with the majority of inspections to be carried out during normal working hours, or at such time depending on the circumstances of the householder. The programs will run for a period of three months. Program Times 1. The selective inspection program for compliance with the registration requirements of the section 46 of the Animal Management (Cats & Dogs) Act 2008 will commence on 5th September 2016 and terminate on 28th November 2016. 2. The selective inspection program for compliance with section 14 of Council’s Local Law No. 2 Animal Management 2011 - duty to provide proper enclosure and prevent the animal from wandering will commence on 5th September 2016 and terminate on 28th November 2016. Properties to be Inspected Properties that may be inspected include properties in the town of Mareeba and surrounds. Access to Resolution and Program The public may inspect a copy of Councils resolution and the program at Councils office until the end of the program. These documents will also be available to view on Councils website www.msc.qld.gov.au until the end of the program. ENquIRIES CAN bE DIRECTED TO 1300 308 461
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EXPRESS sPORT RESULTS Mareeba Tennis Mon. singles 7pm - All welcome. Tues. Ladies Comp. Gina d Gail 66-38, Beth d Maureen. Tues. 7pm social tennis. Mid-week comp. Div. 4 Freda d Sandra 43-13, Div.3 Rhonda d Garry 34-22, Natalie d Steve 33-23, Maureen d Rowan 30-26, Div. 2 Phil d Robert 29-27, Simon v Jayne 28 all tie, Div. 1 Danny d Carl 42-14, Cassie d Chris 36-20. Thurs. 8am social tennis Winner 18/8/2016 Barbara. Sat. mixed Tablelands comp. Mareeba d Atherton 66-40 at Mareeba. Mareeba & Memorial Bowls Club Tuesday: 16/8/16: Cancelled due to rain. Wednesday: Winners: Roly Hill, Luigi Bruno, Greg Tilse R/U Stella Ball, Peter Stevens, Lorraine Cummings. Thursday: Tony Capella, Mario Battistin R/U Bruno Ciobo, Aldo DeZen. Sunday: Pauline Brown, Rex Cummings, John Barnes R/U Ethel Thompson, Norma Gray, Bruno Ciobo. Thank you to August Birthdays: Sandy, Renato & Paul for sponsoring this day. Atherton Golf Wednesday Sporters played Stableford won by Gavin Comino 25pts on countback from Pup Hilder,3rd Karl Riber 22 pts. NTPs3 Paul Bannister,13 Karl Riber,18 nil least putts Jackpots. Thursday Ladies played a Stroke event( trialing their future new course).Winner with a good 66 nett was Deb Harvey,ruup Cheryll Piccone 67 nett. NTPs 11 Lorraine Doolan,18 Heather Beaven. Friday Chook run winner Mick Fleming 14 pts. Saturday Juniors played Matchplay. Nick bakss bt Kane Boland +3,Justin Webley bt Ryan Flynn +3, Kallan Webley bt Mr.Bannister +3,Tom Cannon bt Abbey McEwan +1,Ben Cannon and Emily McEwan tied.,Andrew Gallo bt Jake Flynn +2,Tom Flynn bt Matt Graves +2. Saturday Members and Visitors played Turner Shield Stableford sponsored by RED-
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DING MOTORS. Ladies winner Sue Whitehead 39pts from visitor Michelle Davey from Albany WA.38 pts. NTPs 3&13 Heather Beaven,11Cherryll Piccone,18 Michelle Davy. Mens winner on 40 pts was Darren Morey,ruup Ian Toward 39 pts,3rd Mick Conolly 38pts on c/b from Garry Thompson and Mick Buckley. NTPs 3 Darren Morey,11 Mick Conolly, 13 Mick Conolly and Gav.Comino. Sundays Tableland Top Meats Stableford had a good field of 21 players.Winner backing up from yesterday was Darren Morey 41 pts,ru-up Greg Stewart 39pts on c/b from Peter Fraser. NTPs3 Phil Henricks,11 Roo Brown,13 Mick Conolly,18 Kev.Shaw. Herberton Rifle Club Results from Herberton Sunday, August 21 at 600 yards on a fine day with changing winds. Target Rifle: Jason Kuchel 103.9, Les Binnie 101.4, Gary Moss 93.5, Peter Doherty 86.2. F Open: Dave Stewart 121.7, Bill Carrick 116.7, Mark Edge 115.3. F Standard: Brian Helring 118.4, Richard Butt 116.3, Travis Kohn 112.5, Ian Duffy 107.3, Rod Ranclaud 98.2. Next Herberton shoot Sunday, August 28 - 500 yards starting at 9am. RAVENSHOE/MT GARNET RIFLE CLUB August 21: A Sunday of testing at 400yds for most Ravenshoe shooters today: an old rifle was dusted off, old ammo was used, new loads for new barrels, share of scopes and different set ups. The rapidly changing winds, gusty at times, did not help the testing as shown in the results. Target Rifle - S. Durham (Mareeba) 79.1. F Standard – M. Wood 115.7, M. Wilson 107.1, L. Wilson 101, P. Morris 92. F/TR – C. Allman 114.3, J. Anderson 110.3, P. Padgett 107.2, B. Gianasi 106.1. Sunday, August 28: Double 300yds: 10 shots comp. 9am muster for 9.30am start.
ATDLBA Graded & Drawn Triples will be played at Ravenshoe Bowls Club on Tuesday 30th August, 9am start. Nominations close with Secretary Kay Bagley Tuesday 23rd August. Players will be graded and put in teams by the Selectors. Depending on numbers games may go through to Wednesday 31st August. Yungaburra Bowls Club Sports Results: Due to wet weather and other bowls committments there were no bowls played at Yungaburra Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Friday, 19th August - The Sugar Festival at Mossman - It was wonderful to see a full green and everyone seemed to have a wonderful. Thanks to Mossman for putting on such a lovely day. The lunch and afternoon tea were delicious. Thanks also to all your volunteers who made the day possible. First: Glenise, Kay, and Mieke. Second: Wendy, Barbara and Maryke. Third: Dot, Maree, Margaret and Pam. Friday, 19th August - Jackpot Pairs: Winners: Lyle Thompson and Rod Bidewell. Runner’s Up: Danny Gibson and Gary Eagleton. ARCHERY The Tableland Company of Archers hosted their annual August Interclub Tournament on Saturday and Sunday last in mild and gusty conditions. Twenty eight archers participated in the tournament, which everyone said was the biggest crowd we had for years. The tournament was sponsored by Paul Jerome Panel and Paint and Hot Air Cairns. The Recurve Team Shield was won by PCYC archers Townsville and the Compound Team Shield was won by Barrier Coast Archers. All the archers enjoyed the Match Play which was a fun elimination rounds. The Hot Air Balloon flight was won by Neil Prince (TCA). Results Senior and older Junior Match Play winners: G Hinsby (BCA) – Gold, D Taylor (TCA) – Sil-
ver, N Stallard (MAC) – Bronze. Results Junior and Novices Match Play winners: J Knight (PCYC) – Gold, A Hodgetts (TCA) – Silver, B Wilkinson (BCA) – Bronze. Results Fremantle Round (36 arrows each at 60 and 50m on a 122cm face and 40 and 30m on an 80cm face): Open Men’s Compound: 1st C Glasser 1357 (BCA), 2nd N Stallard 1285 (MAC), 3rd M Wilkinson 1212 (BCA), R Chapman 1191 (BCA), R Ayling 1175 (BCA), O Bengochea 1151 (BCA). Open Men’s Recurve: 1st D Parker 1232 (PCYC), 2nd J Smith 786 (PCYC). Veteran Men’s Compound: 1st R Hodgetts 1260 (TCA). Master’s Men’s Compound: 1st G Hinsby 1310 (BCA) Open Women’s Compound: 1st T Wilkinson 1171 (BCA). Veteran Women’s Compound: 1st H Bochow 1085 (TCA). Cadet Boys Compound: B McDowell 1st 1168 (TCA). Results Intermediate Round (36 arrows each at 55 and 45m on a 122cm face and 35 and 25m on an 80cm face): U14 Boys Compound: 1st H McLean 1156 (BCA), 2nd Y Perry 1127 (TCA), 3rd V Marnane 891 (TCA). Results Horsham Round (36 arrows each at 40 and 35m on a 122cm face and 30 and 25m on an 80cm face): Cub Boys Compound: 1st D Taylor 1341 (TCA), 2nd B Wilkinson 729 (BCA). Cub Boys Recurve: 1st N Prince 1132 (TCA) Cub Girls Recurve: 1st B Knight 431 (PCYC, first tournament). Senior Novice Recurve: 1st M Flannery 1026 PCYC). Senior Novice Recurve: 1st J Perry 967 (TCA). Junior Novice Recurve: 1st D Whebell 354 (PCYC, first tournament) Results Oz Bow Junior 90 Round (30 arrows each at 12m, 10m and 8m on a 122cm face): U10 Boys Compound: 1st A Hodgetts 804 (TCA). U10 Boys Recurve: 1st B Wilkinson 659 (BCA). U10 Girls Recurve: 1st P Hamilton 546 (PCYC, first tournament). Junior Novice Recurve: 1st J Knight 741 (PCYC, first tournament). Senior Novice Recurve: 1st MM Swe 675 TCA, first tournament).
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Bulls go down fighting MAREEBA Bulls coach Alex Srhoj insists his side is The home side again stayed on top with Srhoj, not worried after a 2-1 loss against Edge Hill at home along with Paul Ruiz, Steven Cater all having close on Saturday night. chances. While the result on Saturday was not ideal as the But some great work by Ferguson and some unBulls head into the finals, a strong second half perfor- lucky touches denied the Bulls the trademark comemance gave Srhoj confidence backs the club is used to. his men should be able to deal “In the end, we need to put the with Southside Comets in the emotion aside. Yes, we are disapfinal game of the season this pointed with the loss, but the efweekend. fort was there in patches,” Coach “You never like to lose, Srhoj said. you can never get used to it, “We just need to work on the but it was the performance problems until they become posiwhich mattered most,” he tives. We still lacked the cohesion said. we want, but we still have time to “The last half hour was work on it. what we wanted to see, and “I have faith in the players, I with a bit more quality in the have the belief we know we can final third the result could play better, we will work harder have been a lot more differand get the result when it counts.” ent.” The Bulls reserves fought The Bulls headed into back from 1-0 down to win 2-1 the match looking for an imto seal a finals spot, with Mareeba proved performance, and after now having all three men’s teams PHOTO: Leevi Elmes the rough opening 20 minutes in the finals for the third year runthe home side started to domining. nate. Youngster Bryson Wells scored the winner with Using the pitch to their advantage, the Bulls were only minutes remaining, finishing off well after some able to stretch out the Tigers defence and controlled great lead up play from Josh Ruiz and Danny Stowers. the match for the last 25 minutes of the first half. The Bulls ladies side again showed their resilience Some inspired goal keeping by Edge Hill custo- and competitiveness, going down 2-0 to reigning predian Sam Ferguson denied Bulls’ Robert Pendenza miers Edge Hill. twice, with both sides heading in the sheds at 0-0 at The result of the weekend though belonged to the the break. Men’s second division side with a 1-0 win over the Lapses in concentration during the second half Atherton Eagles to secure the Mareeba’s only pregifted Edge Hill two chances to take the lead, prompt- miership for the 2016 season. ly taking advantage of both of them to make it 2-0 In a typical Tablelands derby, the Eagles came out inside the first 10 minutes. firing, but the Bulls kept their composure and a Josh The final 30 minutes though was pleasing for Ma- Ruiz freekick on the 46th minute was the difference reeba, with the Bulls totally dominating despite fall- for the Bulls. ing short multiple times in front of goal. After weathering some early pressure, Mareeba A Wayne Srhoj (pictured) rocket soon brought the took control of the match and in the second period, Bulls back to 2-1, the former A-League midfielder showed their class to keep the Eagles at bay and walk unleashing an unstoppable free kick just outside the away with the premiership at home in front of a maspenalty area giving Ferguson no chance. sive Friday night crowd.
Roosters coach Dean Howard.
Roosters fight to stay alive Finals have arrived a week early for the Atherton Roosters following Saturday nights 28-12 loss to premiership leaders Innisfail. With one round of the Cairns District Rugby league premiership competition remaining, the Roosters are now playing to save their season against the Tully Tigers at home this Saturday. Innisfail, Ivanhoes and Brothers have secured the top three positions while the Roosters (on 27) hold fourth spot – one point ahead of Tully and Mossman who are equal fifth on 26 points. The Roosters appeared to be guaranteed a finals appearance a few weeks ago, but will now have to fight to stay alive against Tully, who are also looking to se-
cure a top five finish. Roosters coach Dean Howard said his team would regroup and look for improvements in all departments. “At Innisfail on Saturday we were full of errors in the first half and you cannot afford to make mistakes against a top side like Innisfail,” Howard said. “We are now booked for a few busy weeks and I’m confident of a strong effort.” The Roosters under 18 side also need a win against Tully to secure a finals spot. The Mareeba Gladiators had another win on Sunday, beating Suburbs 44-30. Sitting in eight spot, the Gators will play at home this Saturday against third placed Brothers.
Tablelands gymnasts shine
Competitor Della Miller
HOT SHOTS: Mareeba State School students Michael Theakston, Tenean Brimm, Lesley Deshong and Petria Mosquito with Aussie Hoops clinic coach Daniel Vecchio-Ruggeri and assistant Sarrah Myrteza.
Students bounce to it
MAREEBA State School students are learning to shoot hoops and throw a smooth pass or two thanks to an innovative sports program. The Federal Government’s “Sporting Schools” initiative has seen students participate in a different sport each term, with basketball and netball the current focus. Students are being put through their paces at an “Aussie Hoops Clinic”, run at the school every Friday by Mareeba Basketball. The organisation also donated a new hoop to the school last week. “We’ve been taking them through a bit of shooting, dribbling and passing as well,” Aussie Hoops coach Daniel Vecchio-Ruggeri said. “There’s a few kids that already play at Mareeba Bas-
ketball…and you’ve got a few young ones who are just getting into it, so it’s pretty good.” Mr Vecchio-Ruggeri said a visit by the Cairns Taipans would help generate even further interest in the sport for the students. School HPE teacher Michael O’Neill said the students had embraced the program, which includes clinics on futsal, athletics, netball and basketball over the course of the school year. “It’s to help them develop an interest in sport and encourage an active lifestyle,” he said. “They’ve loved playing basketball. They’ve got a lot of enjoyment out of learning basic skills and gameplay they’ve been participating in.” PHOTOS PAGE 21
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A GROUP of young Tablelands gymnasts have taken the Far North by storm after blitzing an annual regional tournament last weekend. Gymnasts from Atherton and Mareeba went up against their Cairns rivals at the 2016 Far North Queensland Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Junior Regional Championships on Sunday. A whopping 11 gymnasts from Atherton’s Momentum Gymnastics Club qualified for the State Championships to be held in Brisbane next month. Momentum Gymnastics Dianne Zutt-Stephens said she was proud of her girls’ efforts. “This is our biggest team to date,” she said. “Our club focuses on developing a positive and respectful culture, and I believe our girls showed great sports-
manship at this event. “Every event is an opportunity to grow as a person and improve skills.” Competitors between 8 and 15-years-old showcased their prowess on balance beams, vaults and uneven bars. Ms Zutt-Stephens said both Atherton and Mareeba were well represented in the championships. “We should all be really proud of the quality of gymnastics we have in this area,” she said. Gymnastics Queensland CEO Kym Dowdell said the sport had always proved exciting to watch. “Gymnastics is an entertaining spectator sport and these events always prove popular with families who eight have an interest in the sport or who have young children thinking about getting involved,” she said.
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EXPRESS sPORT Racing for charity this Saturday
New coach to focus on fun
THE Atherton Turf Club will hold their first race day of the new season this Saturday and it’s all for a good cause. The Carinya Charity Races first race of the day kicks off at 1pm, with gates open
from 11am. There will be a full Fashions on the Field event, plus live music and a hobby horse race off track. Come along, join in the fun and help fundraise for Carinya Aged Care.
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FRESH FOCUS: Tye Ingebrigtsen will become the Mareeba Gladiators’ new player-coach from next season.
GETTING back to simply enjoying footy will be the focus of incoming Mareeba Gladiators coach Tye Ingebrigtsen. The 25-year-old will take up the reigns as playercoach of Mareeba’s A-grade side, as well as club development officer, from next season after a successful two years with Hervey Bay Seagulls in the Bundaberg Rugby League. “I’m really looking forward to the challenge,” he said. “The CDRL is regarded as one of the strongest competitions in Queensland so that excites me.” With Mareeba languishing near the bottom of the ladder this season and battling player commitment issues, Ingebrigtsen said he wanted to help them rediscover a love of the game. “I know it’s going to be a big challenge to try and turn it around,” he said. “I’m looking to bring a whole new culture to the club…I just want to make it a fun, enjoyable environment and hopefully all the boys buy into it. “I’m only young myself so I’d like to think I can relate to the players a lot easier than an older coach. It’ll be positive having a young guy in there leading by ex-
ample.” Ingebrigtsen said his coaching style varied markedly from what was normally done in rugby league. “I don’t like to be out at training for an hour-and-ahalf doing big slog sessions,” he said. “I like it to be nice and short and sharp so players who’ve finished work can get home to their families as soon as they can.” Ingebrigtsen, whose father Craig coaches the Sunshine Coast Falcons in the Intrust Super Cup, has been instrumental in developing pathways for junior players while at the Seagulls and was confident of achieving the same with the Gladiators. “I’m looking to start a couple of development squads and emerging talent squads with the juniors and put them through a bit of extra training they’ve never had,” he said. “My old man is an Intrust Super Cup coach and my brother is an NRL player manager, so I’ve got a few contacts that can help these kids. “Hopefully they can get through to the Northern Pride or anywhere else in Queensland.” Ingebrigtsen will arrive in Mareeba this October to start preparing for next season.
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> 13 Mazda CX-5 GT Auto Wagon........................................................................$33,950 > 12 Mazda BT50 4x4 Manual Freestyle ...............................................................$32,950 > 08 Toyota Prado Auto Wagon ............................................................................$29,950 > 09 Mitsubishi Pajero Auto Wagon ......................................................................$26,950 > 10 Ford Ranger Auto Dualcab ...........................................................................$23,950 SOLD > 07 Toyota Hilux Manual Dualcab ....................................................................... $21,950 > 08 Mitsubishi Triton Manual Dualcab ................................................................. $18,950 > 08 Nissan Navara ST-R Manual Dualcab ........................................................... $16,950 > 08 Ford Ranger Auto Dualcab ........................................................................... $16,950 SOLD > 12 Mitsubishi Outlander Manual Wagon ............................................................ $15,950 > 09 Honda CR-V Auto Wagon ............................................................................. $15,950 > 11 Mitsubishi Lancer Auto Sedan ...................................................................... $14,950 > 11 Mitsubishi Outlander Manual Wagon............................................................. $14,950 > 08 Mitsubishi Triton Manual Dualcab ................................................................. $14,950 > 11 Mitsubishi ASX Manual Hatch ....................................................................... $14,950 > 14 Mitsubishi Mirage Auto Sedan ...................................................................... $14,950 > 14 Suzuki Swift Auto Hatch ............................................................................... $13,950 SOLD > 04 Mazda RX-8 Manual .......................................................................................$9,950 SOLD > 00 Mazda MX-5 Manual Soft Top ........................................................................$9,950 > 07 Ford Escape Auto Wagon ...............................................................................$9,950 > 08 Suzuki Jimny Sierra Manual Wagon ...............................................................$8,950 > 09 Suzuki Swift Manual Hatch .............................................................................$8,950 > 08 Ford Focus Manual Hatch .............................................................................. $7,950 > 07 Mitsubishi Lancer Manual Sedan....................................................................$6,950 > 00 Mazda 121 Auto Hatch ...................................................................................$4,950
HUGE RANGE COMING SOON! > 14 Mazda BT50 XTR Auto Dualcab > 13 Mitsubishi Triton Auto Dualcab > 12 Mazda CX-9 Auto Wagon > 11 Mitsubishi Lancer SX Manual Sedan
DX 2.5L PETROL MANUAL 4X2
> 10 Nissan Navara RX Manual Dualcab > 07 Toyota Rav 4 Auto Wagon > 06 Ford Focus Manual Sedan > 04 Nissan Navara ST-R Manual Dualcab
WARRANTY AVAILABLE ON ALL USED VEHICLES* - ENQUIRE TODAY!
*All prices inclusive of Government Statutory Charges. No statutory warranty on vehicles over 10 years old or 160,000 kilometres.
Come see our Business Manager SANTINO to discuss all your FINANCE and INSURANCE Options 313-315 Byrnes Street, Mareeba 4092 5100 www.mareebamazda.com.au After Hours: David Mete 0408 793 050 Peter Acha 0417 006 698 or Adrian Madrid 0413 745 247
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Chano Trentin’s
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Corner Vernon and Louise Streets, Atherton Phone 4030 5400 • www.allwheeldrivecentre.com.au
Hansen Ford
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DEMO CLEARANCE 2015 RANGER XLT DUAL CAb 4X4 Manual 3.2L turbo diesel, sat-nav, tow bar, rear camera, low klms. $51,490 DRIVE AWAY Includes auto club membership 2016 MUSTANG fASTbACK 4 cylinder eco-boost engine, 6 speed automatic, window tinting, all the standard features. $51,990 DRIVE AWAY Includes auto club membership 2016 KUGA AWD SUV Eco-boost engine, 6 speed automatic, low kilometres, great value. $26,990 DRIVE AWAY Includes auto club membership 2015 ECOSPORT TREND SUV Manual, low kilometres, priced to clear great value. $18,990 DRIVE AWAY Includes auto club membership
QUALITY USED VEHICLES 11 PRADO GXL WAGON Turbo diesel auto, 7 seater, bull bar, tow bar, 12 months warranty ......................................................$36,990 08 KLUGER GRANDE WAGON Build 12/07, auto, 7 seater, low kilometres, 12 months warranty........................................................$21,990 13 CAMRY ATARA R SEDAN Auto, airconditioning, alloys, only 28,000 klms, balance of new car warranty .................................$18,990 11 CAMRY ATARA S SEDAN Auto, airconditioning, alloys, only 41,000 klms, 12 months warranty................................................ $17,990 14 COROLLA SPORT HATCH Manual, airconditioning, alloys, reverse camera, balance of new car warranty ................................$16,990 10 RAV CV WAGON 2WD petrol , automatic, tow bar, 12 months warranty ...........................................................................$15,990 13 SUzUKI SWIfT HATCH Manual one owner, only 8,500 kilometres, 12 months warranty .........................................................$13,990
PRICES INCLUDE GOVERNMENT TRANSfERS, STAMP DUTY AND REGISTRATION.
Hansen Ford 279 Byrnes St, Mareeba
Ph: 4092 9400 A/H Ph: Andrew 0417 633 002 – Claude 4092 4829 – www.fordtoy.com.au
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