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Mareeba shines at art awards

A SLICE of Mareeba’s rich history has earned national accolades. Local artists Anne-Maree Keating and Tom Cosic (pictured) won a gold medal the Australian Sign and Graphics Awards this month for their recently finished mural at Mareeba Centre. From the Aboriginal Dreamtime to the town’s farming heritage, Mr Cosic said locals had been instrumental in sharing their stories to create the masterpiece. FULL STORY – PAGE 11

Scam strikes locals By Michael Serenc

A MAREEBA accountant has warned Tablelands residents not to fall for a pushy tax scam trying to extort thousands of dollars from people. Grubers Beckett Mareeba principal Bronwyn Price said she had fielded several reports of scammers randomly calling residents claiming they were from the tax office.

The scammer would then tell the resident they owed money and threatened to have them arrested by police if they did not pay $4000 cash into a nominated bank account. Scammers have also used threat of publicly naming and shaming residents in their local newspaper if they did not pay them the money. “It’s just really nasty stuff and these people are getting pretty upset,” Ms Price said. “There’s two problems. One, people can get

caught up in the trap and they pay this money and two, the level of stress it’s putting on people. “I haven’t come across a scam of this scale where they’re being verbally pressured so much.” Café Piazza Mareeba owner Maria Aloia said she was almost the victim of the scam a few weeks ago after hearing a threatening message left on her phone to pay the tax office. Because Mrs Aloia knew she already owed money to the tax office, she wrongly assumed

the message was genuine and promptly called the number left on the message before she was instructed to withdraw $4000 in cash from her bank. “Then I chickened out. As I was standing there I thought to myself “This isn’t the tax office. The tax office doesn’t call you”,” she recalled.

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Cassowary book set to delight A BOOK based on the Far North’s endangered Cassowary is set to delight local children. Brisbane author Pam Skadins was inspired to write The Cassowary’s Gift after a visit to the Daintree Rainforest in 2012. “I had the pleasure of observing cassowaries in their natural habitat. I learned more about their contribution, endangered status and ongoing threats,” she said. “I have worked with young children for much of my life, and so a picture book was the inevitable next step.” Ms Skadins said the book helped children “understand the importance of the cassowary in the rainforest ecosystem” with a plot that followed other native animals in their search for the rare bird in the rainforest. Illustrations were done by Brisbane artist Kathryn Lovejoy. “Complemented by Kathryn’s illustrations, the story endeavours to engage them with wonder, humour, fun and a cassowary song,” Ms Skadins said. The book is aimed at children aged 3 to 7 years and is available at QBD, Little Steps, Booktopia and Angus & Robertson. The book can also be purchased for $16 directly through Ms Skadins on 0400 389 442 or pskadins@hotmail.com Five per cent of proceeds from the sale of The Cassowary’s Gift go to Community for Coastal and Cassowary Conservation (C4).

Casali’s Alex Arena with daughter Marie Villella and grandchildren Lara Cocuzza, 1, Dayna Villella, 2, Milan Villella, 4.

Drive sure to light up Milan A CHARITY drive inspired by the plight of a young Tablelands boy is set to hit the road again this weekend. The second annual Casali’s Down Syndrome Awareness Drive will bring together keen adventurers on a roughly 100km journey from the Daintree to Wujal Wujal and back along the legendary CREB Track, just north of Daintree Village. The drive, which will raise money for the Down Syndrome Association of Queensland (DSAQ) and Mareeba Friends of the Hospital Foundation, was started last year by Casali’s Alex Arena, whose grandson Milan, 4, has Down Syndrome. Milan’s mum, Marie Villella, said she had been overwhelmed by the support for the drive, which had 13 Rough Terrain Vehicles (RTVs) participate last year to raise more than $10,000 for DSAQ. “When I saw how many people participated last year, I was blown away,” she said.

“There is a lot of support for Milan…He’s very friendly and cuddly.” While shocked upon finding out her son’s condition in the days after he was born, Mrs Villella said she had grown to accept it and has since focused on getting Milan the best care possible. The youngster has weekly sessions with a speech pathologist, physio, occupational therapist and other specialists because of his condition. Mr Arena said the drive was about reducing the stigma surrounding people with Down Syndrome whilst raising money for a good cause. The drive is open to anyone with a RTV or 4WD and will start at 8am this Saturday at the CREB track north of Daintree Village before overnighting at the Lions Den Hotel. For more information, contact 4092 3841 or email bernice@casalis.com.au. Registration closes this Friday. Cost is $25 per person.

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Administrator for health board AN administrator has been called in to oversee the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service (CHHHS) after the organisation’s board resigned last Monday. Terry Mehan, a respected health professional, has been appointed administrator for six months from November. The move comes after State Health Minister Cameron Dick threatened to sack the CHHHS board over a projected $80 million budget deficit this financial year. “As administrator, Mr Mehan will effectively function as a replacement board, guiding the HHS’s operations and retaining the same powers and authorities that would ordinarily vest in the board,” Mr Dick said. “The breadth of Mr Mehan’s experience will assist him in helping the Cairns and Hinterland HHS work towards sustainable growth into the future.” Mr Mehan is an internationally-recognised health care leader with 40 years experience in health system management spanning three Australian states and overseas.

Mareeba business owner Maria Aloia and Grubers Beckett Mareeba principal Bronwyn Price are warning local residents not to fall for a tax scam.

Scammers target region FROM Page 1 “I felt really stupid in the sense that I should have known better, but I had other things on my mind….and being in business, you don’t want to get in the bad books with government. “It’s wrong not to pay your tax, but they’re not going to come to your door and arrest you on the spot.” After hanging up, a shaken Mrs Aloia then came in and saw her friend Ms Price who told her to call the tax agent immediately, confirming the earlier call was a scam. “The scammer had such an authoritative voice in a way that you really pulled yourself up when you heard it,” she said. “They’ve obviously got nothing better to do and it’s a way of making money, if they can get away with it.”

Mrs Aloia said what concerned her more was the fact that the scammer knew almost the exact value of her genuine tax bill, give or take a few dollars. “How did they know how much we owed?,” she said. Ms Price said a distressed client of hers had come into her office last Wednesday after also nearly depositing $4000 into the scammer’s bank account. Despite eventually realising it was a scam and hanging up, the elderly lady was visibly shaken by the scammer’s threats and aggressive nature. “They threatened to arrest her and her husband and put her in jail immediately,” Ms Price said. “This lady was completely distraught. It took her a long time to calm down and she

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THANKS TO YOUR SUPPORT $14,250 WAS RAISED FOR THE MAREEBA FRIENDS OF THE HOSPITAL FOUNDATION $3,200 was also raised for ‘Cugini Working for a Cure’ Relay for Life Team & $4,000 for the MDFVGA. Thanks to JAT Refrigerated Road Services for the donation of freight & transport to market, Orora for the donation of $1000 of packaging & Mareeba Tyrepower for the donation of a $1000 Tyre voucher. MAJOR DINNER SPONSORS: Orora & JAT Refrigerated Transport PRE-DINNER EVENT: AustSafe Super GOLD SPONSORS: • Mete’s Hedge Trimmers • Moro’s Auto Repairs • CHEP • SunWater • Emerald Creek Ice-Creamery • WFI • Favco • Sunfresh Marketing • MAF Oceania • The Express • MSF Sugar • JE Tipper Pty Ltd • LaManna Group • TGT • Kur-World • Pumping Irrigation & Machinery Services • Bendigo Bank • Warehouse Design & Packaging • Mareeba Mazda & Mitsubishi • Blenners Transport • Casali’s • Billy Gordon MP • Tyrepower Mareeba • Raging Thunder • Cool A Roof - Heat Reﬂective Coating SILVER SPONSORS: • Soncin Electrical • Murray Bros • QiTE BRONZE SPONSORS: • Taste Paradise • Millar Teitzel • Bob Katter MP • AusPrinters SEAFOOD SPONSOR: Murphy’s Produce AUCTION DONATIONS: • JAT Refrigerated Road Services (1 x A Trailer of Freight from Mareeba to Brisbane) • Orora ( $1000 of packaging) • Mareeba Tyrepower ($100 tyre voucher) • Brandimarte Family (Oranges, Rockmelons) • Galati Family (Mandarins, Orange, Sweet Lemonade, Kumquat, Grapefruit) • Makse & Denise Srhoj (Kent, Butternut, Jarradale Pumpkins) • Phillip Pena (Cherry Tomatoes • Con and Carla Iacutone (Limes) • Howe Farming (Bananas, Blueberries) • Vince & Connie Mete (Capsicums and the Big Pumpkin) • Cadorins (Passionfruit) • Nature’s Haven Organic Farm (Zucchini and Sweet Corn) • Lecker Farming (Pawpaw and Papaya) • Torrisi Family (Spinach) • Pinata (Pineapples) • Costa Group (Blueberries) • M & M Arnold Cropping (Seedless Watermelons) • Terranova Farming (Basil) • Rocky Creek Orchards (Kipﬂer Potatoes, Avocados) • Fred Cunzolo (Sebago Potatoes) • Orlando & Vicky Quintieri (Tomatoes, Sweet Potatoes) • Edwards Farming (Cabbage and Wombok • Bianco Farming (Baby Pumpkin) • Romeo Grapes (Grapes) • Frillneck Produce (Basil) • Dimbulah Sweet Potatoes (Yellow button squash) • Gorge Creek Orchards (Dried Mango) LUCKY DOOR / RAFFLE DONATIONS: • Golden Drop Winery • Zingo 100% Pure Mango • Travel Experience.com

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Aero club backs revamp NORTH Queensland Aero Club has thrown its support behind the Mareeba Airport upgrade, as initial works are rolled out around the facility. Club president Scott Brady said he was excited about the $18 million upgrade, which includes upgrading access roads, improving water infrastructure and strengthening the existing runway and taxiway. “It’s certainly going to be beneficial to the club moving forward,” he said. “Aviation is an industry we need to see grow, given the sheer size of the country and the ability to basically connect rural Queensland with major centres like Cairns and Townsville. “It’s pretty important to have infrastructure in place that allows that to happen, particularly in the wet season with road closures.” The airport’s water main upgrade, which will give users access to the town’s water supply, was started by FGF Developments in mid-August and is due to be finished at the end of October. LDI Constructions began widening Vicary Rd at the start of this month with Northern Civil Earthworks to start on the road’s leased area pavements at the end

of October, with a finish date towards the end of this year. Widening of Ray Rd will begin soon after. “The road upgrades will enable safer access to the airport through Ray Rd and help with the volume of traffic that goes past there,” Mr Brady said. The club is part of the wider Mareeba Airport Users Group (MAUG), which has been consulting with council over the upgrade. “It just guarantees the users moving forward that we’re going to have an airport that’s fully functional and will do the things it needs to do for the type of aircraft that are going to be operating from the airport,” Mr Brady said. A finalised design for the airport’s upgraded runway, taxiway and lighting is due to be finished at the end of November with a start date following next year’s wet season. Mr Brady said there had been no interruptions to the club’s operations since works began in August, but MAUG would work with council on minimising disruptions once work on the runway began. “So far, it’s been a really positive experience, the council’s been in touch along the way and kept us up to date,” he said.

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Roads focus at national conference MAREEBA Shire Council will gain insights into new technologies in building more resilient roads at a major conference in November. Councillor Kevin Davies and deputy mayor Alan Pedersen (pictured) will attend the Australian Local Government Association’s National Local Roads and Transport Congress in Toowoomba. “One of the aims of the conference is to look at new technology and new ways of maintaining gravel roads,” Cr Pedersen said. “These days with triple road trains (trucks), roads just cannot sustain continued use of road trains and if we can work out better ways of doing it, it’s a big advance.” Cr Pedersen said council faced several unique challenges in maintaining its roads, including harsh weather conditions, a lack of funding and a lack of water to maintain gravel roads in the western part of the shire.

“We’ve got a system of water trucks and rollers, it’s a pattern we’ve used for years and it’s worked very well,” he said. “But there’s always room to cut costs per kilometre on maintenance and any new ma-

Tick warning for local dogs TABLELANDS dog owners are being warned about the dreaded paralysis tick as the parasite causes havoc in the warmer months. A recent nationwide survey released by Murdoch University and chemical giant Bayer found the far northern towns of Atherton and Tully where among several hot spots in the Far North where ticks were prevalent. Tropical Vet Services director Dr Graham Lauridsen said areas of thick scrubland like the Tablelands meant dog owners needed to keep a good eye on their pets. “Anywhere there’s wallabies, bandicoots, creeks and drains, that’s where you’ll find ticks,” he said. The study looked at the various diseases paralysis ticks could spread, with Tropical Vet Services helping to collect

chinery that works better all helps in being more efficient in road maintenance. “It’s one of the big costs we have in council.” Cr Pedersen said there was only a short window to grate gravel roads after the wet season when there was enough surface water available to maintain them before it dried up. “We’ve got huge kilometres to cover, but this time of year, most of our roads have got no water so we can’t touch them,” he said. “We’ve got to get in there between bog and bulldust and try and get those roads done. “That’s what killed us last year because we just couldn’t get water. We had roads torn to shreds out there because a lot of people were de-stocking their properties.” Council has allocated $1.5 million for road resealing and $600,000 for re-sheeting the shire’s gravel roads in this financial year.

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Real estate firm lends helping hand

Mareeba Community Housing Company’s homelessness supervisor Robert Larkin, manager Patricia Goldfinch and housing manager Heather Dusting are excited about the establishment of the Affordable Housing Limited Real Estate frim.

A NEW era in affordable housing is set to begin on the Tablelands. Mareeba Community Housing Company (MCHC) will launch their Affordable Housing Limited Real Estate firm at a special dinner event on October 8, helping those less fortunate find a place to stay. MCHC manager Patricia Goldfinch said the new business arm would provide affordable, one bedroom units for low income residents in Mareeba. “Our clients simply cannot afford to pay the market rents that have been requested by real estate agents and still maintain a standard of living,” she said. “We work with tenants who are vulnerable, often homeless and the majority of our clients, probably 70 per cent, are on very low incomes so affordable housing is a huge agenda.” A registered charity, MCHC is also registered under the National Regulatory System Community Housing scheme and has been operating in Mareeba for the past 25 years. The company offers several housing and support programs, including transition-

al housing, long-term social housing and street-tohome and home stay support services. “We work very closely with real estate agencies in this town, whether there’s issues with tenancies or assisting them to support tenants to stay in properties where there have been issues,” Ms Goldfinch said. “In the past six months, we’ve worked to house over 137 clients across Kuranda and the Tablelands.” State Housing Minister Mick de Brenni will attend the dinner, as well as Stacey Currie, who will share her inspirational story of turning her life around after years of living below the poverty line in a violent relationship. The three-course dinner will be held at Mareeba RSL from 7pm, with Hansen Ford and Mareeba Toyota donating a signed Cowboys 2016 premiership jersey to be raffled off on the night. A signed Alessandro Del Piero Jersey will also be up grabs. To book, call 4092 6899 or email reception@mchc.org.au. Tickets are $35 per person. RSVP is this Friday.

Boaties warned to slow down TABLELANDS boaties are being warned to slow down on Lake Tinaroo after a reduced speed limit came into effect yesterday. Low water levels have revealed several submerged hazards such as tree stumps at the lake, meaning a new speed limit of six knots is being enforced. Maritime Safety Queensland will review the speed limit restriction when advised by Sunwater that levels are again suitable for higher speeds. Tablelands mayor Joe Paronella said

the reduced speed was in line with previous incidents when the lake has reached 8.5m below the full supply level. “In accordance with the advice of Maritime Safety Queensland, the speed limit has been reduced to ensure improved safety for members of the public,” he said. “Whilst water and jet skiing on Lake Tinaroo is not an option these school holidays, there are still plenty of great reasons to visit the Atherton Tablelands.” Cr Paronella said council would erect

signage at all boat ramps advising users of the speed limit change. “What we’d like to reinforce is that there are a lot of tree stumps and old structures coming out of the water, so really, there needs to be due care and attention right around the whole of the lake,” he said. Queensland Water Police and Queensland Boating and Fisheries patrols can enforce the speed limit and there are penalties for exceeding the limit of up to $365.

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See the world with program YOUNG Tablelands professionals are being urged to apply for a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” to study abroad. The Rotary Clubs of Mareeba and Atherton are inviting young business and professional people in the area to applying for one of four positions as a Rotary Group Study Exchange Team Member in the United States. The winner will travel to Rotary District 5960, comprising of eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin, between April and May next year as part of the Group Study Exchange (GSE) program.

The winning team of four will also have a Rotarian team leader accompany them to represent District 9550, which covers North Queensland, the Northern Territory and Timor Leste. “The Group Study Exchange program is highly regarded as a means of allowing young business and professional people to not only develop skills and knowledge in their chosen vocations, but also to gain a unique insight into the culture of the country they visit, and the humanitarian work of Rotary clubs internationally,” said Rotary District Governor Ida Portella. “Not only does the individual team member

benefit, but also their employer and the community in which they live.” The GSE program pairs non-Rotarian teams from different districts to send and receive professional study groups, staying in Rotarians’ homes when possible. The program is designed to develop professional and leadership skills among young adults, so that they can address the needs of their communities. Candidates for team members must be currently employed in any recognised business or profession on a full-time basis and be 25 to 40

years of age in order to have maximum long term impact on their career development. Candidates must also be citizens of the country in which they reside, in good health, neat in appearance, a good communicator, well-qualified, of sound educational background and open-minded and tolerant. For more information contact Sherri Soncin (Mareeba) on 0499 045 979 or Andrew McCosh (Atherton) on 0427 686 033. Applications close on October 9 and applicants must be available for interviews on December 17 and 18.

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Lego Mindstorm sessions will be held at the Atherton Library meeting room on 15, 22 & 29 October from 9am to 11.30am for children aged 8 and older.

Sections of Kenny Rd, Turner Rd and Danbulla Rd will receive gravel re-sheeting and maintenance grades will occur in Beatrice, Millaa Millaa, East Barron, Peeramon and Lake Eacham in October.

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Wild dog baiting program Our Land Protection Unit will be conducting a coordinated wild dog 1080 baiting program in the Millaa Millaa and Tarzali area on 19 October 2016. To find out more and register call 1300 362 242.

Lake Tinaroo speed limit Due to the low water level in Lake Tinaroo and public safety, a speed limit of 6 knots is now in place for all vessels until further notice.

Crocodile Trophy Expect extra cyclists in town when the extreme mountain bike challenge competitors arrive for the Crocodile Trophy. Come along and support the stage starts at the Trailhead (located adjacent to the Rail Trail off Vernon Street, Atherton) on 24 & 25 October at 8am which is televised worldwide.

Yungaburra Triathlon Registrations are now open for the annual triathlon starting and finishing at the Avenue of Honour on 12 & 13 November. There are five events suitable for all ages and abilities. Road closures are required similar to last year. Find out more and register at www.yungaburratriathlon.org.

The Herberton Library will be closed for repairs from 17-24 October, with loans extended during this time.

Restoration works will be delivered on sections of Cashmere-Kirrama Rd, Danbulla Rd, Kenny Rd, Figtree Rd, Maalan Rd, Bauld Rd, Fisk Rd, Fuller Rd, Gadaloff Rd, Butchers Creek Rd, Old Cairns Track, Gourka Rd, Kirrakoppa Rd, Sewell Rd, Geraghty Rd, Lake Eacham Rd, Mooma Rd, Soley Rd and Odyssey Close Bridge in October, weather permitting.

Events Torimba Festival & Ball 1-15 Oct, Ravenshoe Festival Hall

Upper Barron Road near Belson and Soley Roads is expected to be sealed and works finalised mid October, weather permiting. Stage two works, near Merragallan Road are expected to start in October and continue into the new year.

Garden & Lifestyle Expo 8-9 Oct, Malanda Showgrounds Pavilion Barra Bash 14-16 Oct, Lake Tinaroo

Temporary bridge closure Merragallan Road bridge over Williams Creek is closed for restoration and upgrade works. Alternative access is via Landry Road.

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Tastes of the Tablelands 16 Oct, Atherton Chinatown Tablelands Folk Festival 21-23 Oct, Yungaburra

Currently recruiting two Asset Management Advisors, Maintenance Coordinator, System Analyst and Construction & Maintenance Ganger.

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Rates due 7 October 2016 The half-yearly Rate Notices for the six-month period ending 31 December 2016 have been issued. The discount period closes on Friday 7 October 2016. If you have not received your Rate Notice, please call 1300 362 242. You can pay your rates in a number of ways - BPay, EFTPOS including debit and credit card, cash, cheque and money orders. Change or cash out is not given on credit card payments. To receive the discount, you need to ensure BPay transactions are processed and funds cleared into Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bank account on or before the discount date. BPay View is also available.

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Payment Arrangements To help ease the financial burden, a payment arrangement scheme is available provided the total amount outstanding is paid by 31 December 2016. This allows you to pay a nominated weekly, fortnightly or monthly amount towards the rates levy. You will only receive the 5 per cent discount if the full amount of rates and charges are paid by Friday 7 October 2016. Discount will not be allowed under any circumstances if payment is not received by the due date. A Pensioner Rebate may also apply to holders of a State Government Pensioner Concession Card or Repatriation Gold Card.

PENSIONER PRE-CYCLONE CLEAN UP Residents who receive an aged or disability pension and are located in an area which has a kerbside collection can register for a free waste collection service as part of the annual pre-cyclone clean up program.

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A GROUP of Tablelands green thumbs have been recognised for their magnificent gardens by council. Tolga’s Ian and Kate Hays took out the 2016 Tablelands Regional Council Garden Award for Champion Garden and Best Home Garden at a ceremony at council chambers last Thursday. Other winners were Millaa Millaa’s Shelly Daley (Best Rural Garden), Wondecla’s Jodie Eden (Best Vegetable Garden), Yungaburra’s Artistree Gallery & Global Freestyle for best commercial facility garden, Yungaburra Beautification Committee for best community garden, Atherton’s Dexter Geres for best young gardener and Division 3 councillor Anthony Ball for best new home garden. Mayor Joe Paronella and Division 1 councillor Kate Eden presented each category winner with a $100 prize, while the runner-ups received a $60 prize. “I would like to thank Judy Cooper and Cr Kate

Eden for judging all the entries and the 26 nominees for their outstanding efforts in creating and maintaining the amazing array of gardens entered into the competition,” said Cr Paronella. Cr Eden said the entries in this year’s competition had been outstanding. “Special mention needs to be given to the Community Development Employment Program in Mt Garnet who had the added challenge of growing vegetables in a warmer, drier climate,” she said. “The Malanda State High School’s student council are receiving a perpetual shield in recognition of their ongoing commitment to the care of the Japanese garden. “Andre Dempster is getting a customised award for the best tiniest garden for her exceptional garden packed with design and colour, with no dirt unturned and no space left unfilled at her home in Atherton.”

Garden expo set to bloom in 30th year WITH warm weather and a fine weekend on the cards, everything seems in place for a brilliant 2016 Tablelands Garden and Lifestyle Expo. Now in its 30th year, the expo has been an outstanding success. This year is set to go off with a bang, with two days of garden and lifestyle fun for all. More than 60 garden and lifestyle exhibits will be on display, plus experts will be on hand to offer weed control advice and plant problem solving ideas. There will also be a cut flower display with entries from the public welcome, plus a scarecrow and painted boots competition for the kids. Lucky door prizes and other great prizes are up for grabs over the two days. Ladies are also highly encouraged to don their finest summer garden hat, with a prize being awarded for the best entrant. The Tablelands Garden Expo originally started in 1986 by the Atherton Horticultural Society in conjunction with

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the four former Shires of Atherton, Eacham, Mareeba and Herberton and the Red Rock Nursery. The current organising committee is a non-profit group with money raised given back to other community groups to assist them with special projects in their communities. At this year’s expo you are sure to find that plant you have always wanted and experts will be on hand to give advice to ensure that your treasured plant survives and thrives. It is a great family day out that is overflowing with a vast array of plants and lifestyle options, including bromeliads, orchids, native trees, fruit trees, roses and silver ferns – just to name a few. The 30th Tablelands Garden and Lifestyle EXPO will be held at the Malanda Showgrounds on October 8 and 9. If you are interested in showcasing plants, garden furniture, pavers and other items that enhance both inside and outside living in the tropics, call 0400 777 694.

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Mareeba artist Tom Cosic won a gold medal at the Australian Sign and Graphics Awards for his stunning mural at Mareeba Centre.

Local artists pick up national award TWO Mareeba artists have painted their way into the national spotlight. NQ Signworks co-owner Tom Cosic and AMK Art’s Anne-Maree Keating picked up a gold medal at the Australian Sign and Graphics Awards this month for their stunning mural at Mareeba Centre. The mural, which features artwork inspired by Mareeba’s rich farming, pioneering, indigenous and wartime history, began last November and was finished in June. Mr Cosic said the mural continually evolved as locals stopped to share with him their own stories of living in Mareeba. “A lot of people made contributions just through bringing up old stories and photos,” he said. “Each part reflects something for all different people living around Mareeba.” Ms Keating, a member of the Kokomuluridgi Tribe whose land the centre is located on, contributed to the

indigenous artwork of the mural. Mr Cosic said he loved nothing more than to create “beautiful images”. “I try to uplift the look of places and the mood of people,” he said. “I was really surprised at the feedback…People really took ownership of it, they were really encouraging. “Parts of the mural helped trigger people’s own memories or feelings.” Mr Cosic said he was humbled to have beaten competitors from across the country in the awards, where he took out the Traditional Signcraft Skills/Airbrushing or Handbrushing Murals category. “When they announced it, I was really thrilled I’d won this category,” he said. “It wasn’t just for me, it was for Mareeba as well. I remembered all those people who spoke to me and the owners of the centre.”

Delayed sub-division gets push along by council THE developer behind a long-delayed subdivision has effectively been told to get on with it by Mareeba Shire Council. Council voted four to two in favour of approving yet another extension to Wong Lau Developments Pty Ltd proposed subdivision of two lots into 10 along Fantin Rd, Koah – almost nine years after initial approval was given. Councillors Nipper Brown, Kevin Davies, Mary Graham and Alan Pedersen voted in favour of the extension while councillors Angela Toppin and Lenore Wyatt opposed it. Mayor Tom Gilmore was on leave. The decision means Wong Lau will now have until July 1 next year to proceed with the subdivision, with the developer blaming the Global Financial Crisis and a stagnant property market for the lack of progress. Cr Wyatt said Wong Lau had already been given more than enough time to subdivide the two lots, which are 74 hectares each.

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“I’m really concerned about the fact they haven’t done anything and they’re coming back to us again,” she said. “They’ve only got a short period time and there’s a wet season coming. “If they applied again I wouldn’t like their chances for an extension.” The subdivision will also require significant upgrades to Fantin Rd, which is currently a rural gravel road. If Wong Lau fails to begin work on the subdivision by July 1, council will likely request they submit a fresh application – but under council’s old 2004 planning scheme through which the subdivision was first proposed. Cr Toppin said she believed the developer should make a fresh application under council’s latest planning scheme, introduced in July. Under the new scheme, the minimum lot size for all rural land is 60 hectares, meaning Wong Lau’s proposal, which includes lots as small as 30 hectares, would be incompatible in its current form.

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Fun and fashion of the Atherton Annuals A RECORD crowd flocked to the Atherton Turf Club on Saturday for the biggest race day of the year. Great weather, stunning fashions and top quality racing were on display at the 2016 Atherton Annuals. For race results turn to page 26. Photos by Peter Roy.

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Locals deserve jobs here too Well said, Jack (The Express, 21/9). Backpackers being employed over local labour is a problem all over this country, yet when you ask employers about it you get the old ‘locals don’t want to work’ – what a load of rubbish. One thing the farmers and employers forget is most of the farms and accommodation places are still going because of locals working with owners when these businesses started. But now employers have worked out they can treat the backpackers how they want – pay them less than a local and charge them inflated accommodation prices so they get back most of their money that they are paying the backpackers back. Not a bad little tax dodge, as a lot of cash changes hands back to the employers. But Jack, you see, if they employ locals, the locals don’t need accommodation, so the employers cannot get half their money back. It is wrong and hurting a lot of little country towns and islands. The government needs to crack down on these employers in places where there are locals looking for work, but cannot get work because the backpackers are given preference over locals. Where I am living there are young, local people, good workers that have had their names at employment agencies for two to three years and cannot get any kind of work. Yet a backpacker can arrive in town and get a job straight away. It goes back to locals don’t need accommodation so they are no good to employers because the employers cannot get half their money back in cash for accommodation off a local. Fred Brunjes, Mareeba

Get serious on water issues THE Minister for Natural Resources is clocking up a string of snubs for FNQ. The dudding of peoples’ input into the 10 year Review of the Barron River ROP, due in 2015, and the failure after the $5 million

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grant to fast track the feasibility study into the proposed Nullinga Dam, which the State department has been working on for 20 years. Councils need to be able to compare the cost per ML of Nullinga Dam Allocation with the water market price of Tinaroo Dam Allocation. Queensland Ombudsman Phil Clarke reported that the State Deptartment of Natural Resources was incompetent and incapable of administering the Queensland Water Act. It seems nothing has changed, perhaps the Ombudsman was being kind. There is no sign of the State Government changing the Water Act /Barron ROP, so the Hydro purchases it's requirements inside the yield of the dam and inside the water market, as per the Beattie-Howard COAG Water Reforms. That Tinaroo Dam is at 48% is not swaying the minister. The most recent snub is by the Cairns Regional Council in it's failure to offer Cairns people the opportunity to participate in local Tinaroo Dam Water Management with the irrigators who are putting together a transition board. The savings if the council joined in would be enormous and also benifit the farmers. The snub becomes more strange when the council says it intends to use Tinaroo Dam allocation which would make the river environment releases unnecessary. The irrigaters were offered a vote on local water managment but it seems no such vote is forthcoming for the Cairns people. Local Tinaroo Dam management would mean higher water levels for the many Cairns recreational users and more tourism for businesses. Don Stewart, Coondoo

Tax needs to go now

IT is now 16 months since the Palaszczuk Government called for the Coalition’s backpacker tax to be dumped. Yet, despite pressure from the tourism and hospitality sec-

tor, farming lobbies, local governments and rebel voices from within the Federal Government, we are still waiting for common sense to prevail. Malcolm Turnbull, Scott Morrison and Barnaby Joyce seem incapable of taking the decisive action required to scrap a tax that, even though it has not been implemented, is stemming the flow of backpackers to Queensland. Even now they are talking about tinkering and adjusting the proposed tax rather than dumping it. It could still be many weeks, even months, before there is any clarity. With every passing day and week that the Coalition fails to act more backpackers decide to boycott Australia in favour of countries such as New Zealand, Canada and the USA. Farmers are finding it increasingly difficult to find the workers they need to harvest their crops while regional Queensland communities are missing out on the cash backpackers spend in hostels and camp sites, in restaurants, cafes and bars. Last week we wrote to the Deputy Prime Minister to once again stress the economic potential and social benefits backpackers bring and pointed out that backpackers spend most of what they earn in local communities. The Queensland Government’s submission to the Working Holidaymaker Visa Review references the findings of a Monash University study that 60% of backpackers said they would not have come to Australia if

they were taxed at 32.5 per cent. Queenslanders should be under no illusions here. This sorry mess is the result of a bad decision, made without any consultation or foresight about potential consequences. The failure to recognise the damage and admit it was a flawed decision is simply unforgivable. Leanne Donaldson, Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries

Dairy products challenged DISUNITY is death, as our political leaders like to say, and the animosity between various factions of the dairy industry reflect this. Currently, an unsightly squabble over socalled A2 protein is heading to court. Meanwhile, farmers are complaining over the loss of income as milk processors pay them less than production costs. Dairy Australia talks about a “deep and persistent trough in international dairy markets” and admits that less than half of farmers now feel positive about the industry. The dairy industry is in decline because consumers are waking up to the totally unnecessary brutality for which we have been paying. Humans don’t need, or increasingly want, to drink cows’ milk, and we’re healthier if we don’t. With so many delicious, dairy-free milks on the market, why not choose healthy and humane plant-based milks instead? Des Bellamy, Special Projects Coordinator PETA Australia

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The LAND Ag future bright

Kym Kruse from RegenAg with David Skelton and Kevin Harding from Malanda Landcare talking new tree growing techniques.

Revegetation project A REVEGETATION project is going gangbusters in Malanda, aiming to boost the town’s tourism potential. 1000 trees have been planted and a large volume of weeds cleared under phase three of the town’s North Johnstone River rehabilitation project. The $120,000 project, which has been going since the first phase began in 2012, has been mostly funded by the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection’s “Everyone’s Environment Grant”. The current phase, which started in late October last year, is due for completion in 2018, building a native ecosystem which is incorporated into the urban space of the township for both residents and tourists. Malanda North owner and director Christine Doan said the project gave the town a “triple bottom line”

in terms of social, environmental and economic benefits. “Malanda’s backyard has been neglected for a long time but now it’s getting the attention it deserves,” she said. “I love the synergy between economy and the environment that we can achieve on the Tablelands.” Ms Doan, who is also an executive member of the Malanda Chamber of Commerce, said the creation of nature walks would help draw tourists to the area. The project involves several local organisations including the Malanda Chamber of Commerce, Tablelands Regional Council, Malanda North, Sustainable Solutions Global, RegenAg, North Queensland Land Management Services (NQLMS), Choorechillum, Tree Kangaroo and Mammal Group, volunteers and businesses.

The project also had assistance from RegenAG expert Kym Kruse during a two-day bio-revegetation workshop held late last year. Project team lead Dr Kevin Harding said revegetation growth would “provide a timely alternative to full reliance on chemical weedicides in rainforest revegetation plantings”. Malanda Chamber of Commerce president Geraldine McGuire said the project was extremely beneficial to the local environment as well as the township. “The work done along the Johnstone River clearly makes a huge difference to the health of riparian forest in this zone, the river itself and to the animals that live in these environments,” she said. “The Chamber also recognises the linkages for economic benefits to the community to come from such projects ”

suGar rEPOrts MOssMaN MiLL CrushiNG statistiCs WEEk 15 Mossman Mill processed 40,468 tonnes of cane for the week at an average crushing rate of 334 tonnes/hour with plant availability above budget. Rain events at the start of week 15 resulted in some cane supply shortfalls, and mid-week and planned maintenance was scheduled in and around these events to reduced factory downtime. The significant factory issues during the week revolved around restarting the plant following these events, and the failure of the variable speed drive on the cane cross carrier that had to be changed out late in the week. Incoming dirt levels were also high in these conditions. The CCS levels dropped this week due to the rain and the cane transport and harvesting groups have been challenged to keep supply up to the mill during the week with the wet conditions. Crush statistiCs: • Mossman tonnes crushed for the week: 40,468 tonnes • CCS for week: 11.60 • Total cane crushed to date: 514,877 tonnes • CCS average to date: 11.30 • 2016 crop estimate: 850,000 tonnes

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GROWTH and new export opportunities are on the horizon for the Tablelands’ $552 million agricultural sector. Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Association president Joe Moro has given a ringing endorsement of the sector, highlighted by a recent State Department of Agricultural and Fisheries report into the economic performance of the region last year. The “Tablelands Agricultural Profile ¬ 2015” reveals the region is home to 42 different agricultural industries, with bananas ($91 million), avocados ($83 million), mangoes ($51 million), sugar cane ($39 million) and beef cattle ($35 million) the biggest contributors. “Agriculture is no doubt the backbone of the economy on the Tablelands,” Mr Moro said. “The figures show there is increased production occurring, particularly with some older industries coming back which is good to see.” The latest figures represent an increase of 30 per cent growth in the sector when compared with estimates from 2010/11. Mr Moro said expansion of banana, avocado and citrus crops on the Tablelands helped grow the region’s horticultural production. “Generally, bananas and papaya crops have been moved on the Tablelands for insurance reasons, to get away from the coast where there’s some strong storm activity and cyclones,” he said. “Citrus is a crop I’ve always said has long-term potential, particularly around the Mutchilba-Dimbulah

area.” Citrus crops contributed more than $31 million to the Tablelands’ agricultural sector in 2015. Mr Moro said issues facing the sector heading in to the future included ensuring a continuous source of labour currently under the threat by the backpacker tax, modernising the existing irrigation scheme and developing export markets into Asia. “There is a lot of activity occurring in the agricultural sector, there is expansion and that’s also highlighted with the fact that irrigators’ water usage at Tinaroo Dam is increasing at four-per-cent per annum,” he said. “The discussion always reverts back into the building of another dam such as Nullinga and how that could fit into any process where we could see further expansion into the Mutchilba-Dimbulah area. “But there are some cost issues that would need to be addressed before that would become a catalyst for further expansion.” Agriculture Minister Leanne Donaldson said she was looking overseas to market the region’s potential. “While recently on a trade mission to Jakarta, Hong Kong and Beijing I was able to meet directly with industry and government officials and to profile Queensland produce to industry leaders, Asian importers and distributors,” she said. “The growing Asian middle class means expanding opportunities for export growth as they look to areas like the Tablelands to provide high quality, premium produce.”

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 expOrt heAvy feeder steers expOrt heAvy feeder BuLLs

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MENTAL HEALTH

MONTH

OCTOBER 2016 MAREEBA Valuing Mental Health & Wellbeing in our Community! Together let's lift the stigma and raise community awareness about mental health issues. A series of events for everyone in the community to join in has been planned for October. These events are a great way to get out and about and have some fun for your wellbeing, to embrace our unique differences and share our stories. Mental Health is everyone's business so come along and join in at an event in October.

Every Monday

Every Tuesday

Every Thursday

Every Friday

Gentle Fitness* 9:15am Mareeba Community Centre

Personal Fitness & Wellbeing Consultation 11:30am Mareeba Community Centre

Gentle Aquafit* 11am Mareeba Swimming Pool

Mindful Movements 9:15am Mareeba Community Centre

Saturday 1st October

Friday 7th October

Saturday 8th October

Wednesday 12th October

Splatter in the Park 9am-12noon Centenary Park Free event with bookings essential – Limited Spaces. Phone 0401 344 899

Free Movie Morning ‘Silver Linings Playbook’ (M) 11am Rising Sun Cinema at Mareeba RSL

Mental Health & Wellbeing with Margie Bestmann 7:30am-12:30pm Mareeba Markets

Mindfulness Session 10am-11am with Sasha Black at Mareeba Theatre Group Hall

Friday 14th October

Wednesday 26th October

Saturday 29th October

Ladies Night Out Mareeba RSL $10 Entry – 6.30pm Shave off, Fashion parades, pop up stalls, live entertainment and more.

Mental Health Morning Tea 10am at Centenary Park

Movie Night & Sausage Sizzle at Mareeba Swimming Pool 6.30 Sausage Sizzle (Gold coin donation)

Variety Aquafit* 5:40pm Mareeba Swimming Pool

uay 1st

QLD Voice Meeting 11am at Centenary Park Mareeba Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheon 12noon Mareeba RSL Guest Speaker Margie Bestmann Bookings Essential

7pm Movie ‘Inside Out’ (Pool Entry Fee)

Thursday 13th October Yoga & Mindfulness Morning 10am-12noon - Mareeba Community Centre

Sunday 30th October Mareeba Rotary Fun Run & Walk 7.30am Bicentennial Lakes $10 Adults, $5 Children (under 17), $25 for a Family (2 adults + children)

Thursda

For all event enquires please contact Mareeba Community Centre at 14 Sutherland St, Mareeba on 4092 1948. INFO: *Community Fitness with Val Mackintosh – Gold coin donation, plus pool entry fee where applicable. For more information or to book please contact Mareeba Community Centre on 4092 1948 or Val on 0458 000 598. QLD Voice Meeting – Providing a space for the discussion of mental health issues from the consumer perspective at the local level.

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Expresso 

Your Weekly Horoscopes March 21 to Apr 20 Aries

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Don’t hesitate to make special plans just for two. Be honest with yourself before getting involved with someone who is likely to lead you on. Organize your day to avoid any setbacks that might ignite temper flare-ups.

Taurus

April 21 to May 21

Gemini

May 22 to June 21

Wednesday 28th

Thursday 29th

Tide Times 0136 0.71 0749 2.41 1339 0.60 2011 2.84

Tide Times 0205 0.70 0820 2.44 1412 0.66 2036 2.75

Max 30o Min 18o

Friday 30th

Max 28o Min 18o

Max 33o Min 18o

Tide Times 0233 0.71 0846 2.44 1443 0.76 2058 2.63

k a e r b a e k Ta relax! and

Saturday 1st

Sunday 2nd

Monday 3rd

Tuesday 4th

Tide Times 0300 0.76 0912 2.41 1512 0.90 2117 2.49

Tide Times 0324 0.82 0936 2.36 1540 1.06 2135 2.34

Tide Times 0346 0.90 1002 2.28 1607 1.23 2154 2.17

Tide Times 0411 0.98 1030 2.19 1638 1.40 2215 1.99

Max 30o Min 20o

sudoku

June 22 to July 22

C R O S S

WORD SEARCH

July 23 to Aug 22

Aug 23 - Sept 23

There might be one who is quite willing to take the credit for your work. Remember; talk to them, not at them. Home improvement projects will run smoothly.

WORD

Sept 24 to Oct 23

You have more than enough on your plate already. Be careful what you consume this week. Don’t let children hold you back from doing things you enjoy. Attend to things that you should have done yesterday.

Scorpio

Sagittarius

Nov 23 to Dec 21

Moves or the possibility of having someone different living with you may be difficult at first. You’ll find it easy to deal with government agencies or large institutions. Hold your temper and refrain from doing anything that might cause injury.

Capricorn

ACROSS

Oct 24 to Nov 22

Your high energy will help you through this rather hectic day. You may have a hidden adversary who would love to prove you wrong. You’ll be tempted to spend extravagantly this week.

Ache

Canine

Drill

Remedy

Acid

Cavity

Exam

Root

Adult

Cement

Face

Shot

Assistant

Clean

Fear

Sink

Baby

Decay

Floss

Teeth

Bite

Dental

Food

Tooth

Brush

Dentist

Gum

white

Puzzle solutions

Dec 22 to Jan 20

You may be uncertain about some of your coworkers and your boss. Be inquisitive about unfamiliar circumstances. Love can be heightened if you sit down and discuss your future plans.

Aquarius

Jan 21 to Feb 19

7. A large, fairly docile wasp which is typically red and yellow or red and black. 8. A woollen cloth woven in one of several patterns of coloured checks and intersecting lines 9. The phloem or vascular tissue of a plant. 10. An edible flat whitish bean. 11. Just behaviour or treatment. 13. The quantitative relation between two amounts. 15. A filled or open sandwich. 16. A painkilling drug or medicine. 18. The smaller number or part, especially a number or part representing less than half of the whole. 19. A length of thick strong cord made by twisting together strands of hemp. 21. Having or showing compassion or benevolence. 22. A cloud of gas and dust in outer

Investments may not be as lucrative as you thought. Go after your goals and don’t be afraid to ask for assistance. Your fight for those less fortunate is not likely to end in sweet victory.

Pisces

2 cups unsalted butter, softened 8 cups icing sugar 5 to 6 tbs champagne, enough to achieve spreading consistency 1 tsp vanilla small amount of pink food coloring

Method

You will be able to dazzle others with your obvious charm and your outgoing nature. Be prepared to jump quickly if you wish to stay in the forefront of your industry this week.

Libra

PINK CHAMPAGNE BUTTERCREAM

1. In a medium size bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt. 2. In another bowl combine the egg whites, champagne, vanilla and vegetable oil. Whisk until blended and set aside. 3. In the bowl of your mixer, cream the butter and sugar 3 to 5 minutes. When it is light and fluffy add approximately 1/3 of the dry ingredients and mix until blended. Slowly add 1/2 of the liquid ingredients and mix until blended. Continue alternating dry and wet ingredients ending with dry and mix until blended. Add the pink color at this time. Pour into prepared pans and bake 25 to 30 minutes. 4. Beat the butter until smooth, add vanilla. Slowly add the icing sugar and champagne and beat several minutes on medium speed until spreading consistency. Slow mixer down the last couple of minutes to achieve a smoother frosting.

You will have a tendency to exaggerate, which will lead to major confrontations with loved ones. Refuse to get involved in idle chatter; it will only make you look bad.

Virgo

Max 27o Min 21o

Ingredients

3 cups plain flour 1 tbs baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 6 egg whites 1 cup pink champagne 2 tsp vanilla 2 tbs vegetable oil 2 cups granulated sugar 1 cup unsalted butter Small amount of pink food color

You should be able to get a lot done. Don’t trust a deal that looks too good, or a lover who appears to have it all. Investments may not be as lucrative as you thought. Children may be less than honest with you.

Leo

Max 31o Min 20o

Pink Champagne Cake

Enter digits from 1 to 9 into the blank spaces. Every row must contain one of each digit. So must every column, as must every 3x3 square.

You will have to control the way you feel. You may not be that popular at home but you should be able to shine at social gatherings.

Cancer

Max 30o Min 20o

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DOWN 1. A tropical American shrub grown for its leaves, which are the source of cocaine. 2. (of advertising) intended to create prestige rather than immediate sales. 3. An italic typeface or letter. 4. Tread heavily and noisily, typically in order to show anger. 5. In small scattered or sporadic amounts. 6. A holiday. 12. Relating to or characterized by usury; extortionate. 14. Lasting forever. 17. Another term for urticaria. 20. A cloth spread over a coffin, hearse, or tomb.

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Do not jump to conclusions concerning your romantic partner. Don’t let others bully you into agreeing with them. Call someone you haven’t seen in a long time.

space, visible in the night sky either as an indistinct bright patch.

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PROPERTY LAND > UNITS > INVESTMENTS > ACREAGE > FARMS > HOUSES > RENTALS

Amaroo - stunning residential lots selling quickly

Amaroo extends a warm welcome to all of our wonderful clients who have purchased lots at Karobean. The excitement is building on Karobean Drive, as a huge variety of stunning homes are being constructed. There are two stages under construction at present at Amaroo – Jannali and Karobean (the top of Karobean Drive). Anticipated completion is late 2016, lots are already selling now off the plan. Jannali has 17 lots under construction – five of which are already spoken for. There is a huge amount of interest with our new landowners enjoying the comfort of choosing their

Executive Living at its best right in the heart of Mareeba. Setting a benchmark for acreage living in the CBD of Mareeba, this sophisticated 476m2 opulent residence is positioned on 4202m2 of lush, totally manicured grounds which offers a lifestyle for only the privileged few. Completed in 1994, with not a cent spared in any aspect, this architecturally designed residence was purposely built to create the ultimate family acreage lifestyle with complete privacy, whilst being only metres from all town amenities. The home's exclusive design and family orientated floor-plan is one of a kind and will leave even the most fastidious of buyers impressed upon inspection. At its time, this home featured only the highest of quality fixtures, fittings and luxurious inclusions. The property’s intelligently designed grounds feature fully irrigated systems to maintain a high quality standard with the manicured gardens, lawns and landscaping. Internal features include five bedrooms plus another room which could be used for an office or sewing room. The master bedroom has walk in robes, deluxe ensuite and double shower heads. There are three bathrooms in total including two ensuites all featuring 3/4 wall tiles along with easy maintenance laminex

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favourite lot before they are officially released. Jannali includes lots with “The Village” Covenants, from 600m2, perfect for those looking for a smaller low maintenance home and yard. The other lots range from 813m2 up to 1909m2. Jannali offers the privacy of a cul-de-sac, with some bush surroundings and gully. Karobean has six new lots on offer, ranging from 944m21345m2. Starting at $109,000, these are located at the top of Karobean Drive and will compliment this already beautiful street.

panelling. The fully air conditioned home has tiled living areas with open plan living and a bar which opens up to the large tiled front patio. There is a large laundry and storage room, a double lock up garage and an expansive outdoor alfresco entertaining area. A 15m x 9m four bay red brick shed with a self contained quarters and an extra bay ideal for a ride on mower and tool storage is another great feature of this outstanding property. To complete the package there are manicured gardens, controlled irrigation systems and a stampcrete driveway. We invite you to inspect this prestige family home to truly appreciate the many features on offer.

All lots generous frontages plus town water and underground power. Add sealed roads and a family friendly location close to Amaroo Medical and the future Amaroo Village Market Place. Lots are available off the plan to purchase now, with anticipated completion around the end of 2016. Get in early to enjoy the comfort of choice. Our sales Centre on Hastie Road is open every Tuesday to Saturday, from 10am to 3pm. Call Deb on 0409 321 000, or visit www.amarooestate.com.au

Lifestyle is all about choice

For more information or a private inspection please contact exclusive listing agent Ivona Carusi on 0409 579 197 at Ray White Mareeba.

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MAREEBA NEW PRICE $590,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Ivona Carusi Ray White Rural Mareeba 0409 579 197

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PROPERTY Stunning living at Amaroo OPEN HOME Park THIS SATURDAY 10AM12NOON

Make this your favourite space enjoy outlook and sunshine in Ma- separate building at rear and a shadereeba. This highset three bedroom house, all on 810m2 allotment. Call us today and don’t delay. home features brick downstairs and hardiplank upstairs. There is an open plan kitchen, din- Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agening and lounge with polished timber cies on 4092 1556, Lyn on 0427 153 floors upstairs throughout. 868 or Mark on 0428 121 520. Email: There are built-in wardrobes in mrea4880@qld.chariot.net.au main bedroom and hallway, one bathroom, two Address: MAREEBA toilets, air-conditioning, Price: $294,000 a front patio, spacious Agent: Mareeba Real downstairs laundry area Estate Agencies and office/bedroom, Contact: 0428 121 520 or 0427 153 868 plus a concrete block rumpus room/bedroom

Timeless elegance, thoughtful planning, quality construction and exceptional location in Amaroo Park Estate make this brand new "Anthony Langtree" built home a must to inspect. Incorporated with all the style of a display home as well as all the practical elements of a liveable residence. Attributes include: Fully tiled throughout with stunning Lappato finish tiles, Fujitsu split-system air-conditioning to the living area, lounge and master bedroom, substantial closable lounge/media room, impressive central kitchen with Hettich sliding drawer pantry, island bench and feature breakfast bar, four generous bedrooms with built-in robes, Master bedroom with his and hers ensuite, walk-in robe and direct access to the patio, sizeable linen/ storage cupboard, laundry with built-in bench/ storage cupboard, tinted windows, security screens, exposed aggregate driveway and cement pathways all round, quality fixtures, fittings and added design features incorporated throughout the home, solar hot water system, generous patio easily accessed from the kitchen and living area, fully fenced and

landscaped with attractive Zoyzia turf and automatic pop up irrigation, 624m2 corner allotment with gated rear access and room for a shed. Located in sought after positioning in "Amaroo Park" Estate, on the Cairns side of Mareeba only five minutes to town Centre and adjacent to Amaroo Medical Centre and future convenience shops. Striking contemporary features and flawless functionality blend together to present this superior family home. Inspection is highly recommended. For further information or to arrange a private inspection please call exclusive agent Joe Torrisi on 0417 700 468, or inspect this Saturday from 10am-12noon. Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

3 Karobean Drive, MAREEBA $425,000 EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

STYLISH LIVING @ AMAROO

• STYLISH NEW 4 BEDROOM + ENSUITE & WALK-IN ROBE • FULLY TILED + QUALITY FIXTURES, AIRCOND & EXTRAS • FENCED 6OOM2 ALLOTMENT + SIDE ACCESS • LANDSCAPED + AUTOMATIC IRRIGATION

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• 3 Bedrooms • Renovated • Solar Power

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Five acres that has it all The list is quite long of all the im- lished, easy to maintain gardens, three megs of water and a rain water provements this land has to offer. Situated at the end of a small cul- tank. de-sac and only minutes from town The driveways are done with blue you will find a circular driveway that metal to cut down wetness and the will take you to a solid, fully tiled, four property is dog fenced. I could go on forever so came and bedroom, open plan living house with see for yourself. a double garage. Right next to it there is an extra size pool that you could do laps in, as Inspect by appointment today with Elizabeth Bors at Altitude Realty well as a smart spa attached to it. A side gate will take you through Mareeba. Phone Liz on 0437 921 to four back paddocks, three stables 648 or 4092 4100. with day yards plus two shelters. On top of that there is an arena, loading rump, green house, a spacious Address: MAREEBA chook pen, three garPrice: REDUCED to $523,000 den sheds and a large Agent: Elizabeth Bors shed with a brand new Altitude Realty Mareeba awning at the front of it. Contact: 0437 921 648 There are estab-

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PROPERTY

Lashings of lifestyle extras

It's time to take the plunge and move the family into this stylish new home that showcases quality design features and embraces the relaxed lifestyle we all desire. There is literally something to please ALL in the family, from the well-equipped, chic central kitchen which services both living areas, through to the resort-style open plan ensuite with spa bath in the

Located on an immaculate one acre Rogato on 0418 183 555 at Rogato Real fenced block in a premium neighbour- Estate. (Id #1P1658). hood – this is the ultimate lifestyle home. Come and see for yourself. Address: MAREEBA Price: $599,000 Inspect today – for more inforAgent: EXCLUSIVE to Aurelia Rogato mation or to arrange a private Rogato Real Estate inspection please call excluContact: 4092 5255 or 0418 183 555 sive marketing agent Aurelia

master suite, and then out to the expansive alfresco entertaining area overlooking the tropical style inground pool…it's a home built for entertaining, creating memories and comfortable living! The appeal doesn't end there – with two sheds including a 6-bay shed with power and water, there is room to accommodate all the big boys' toys and versatile options including, working from home.

MAREEBA PROPERTY OFFICE

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CENTRAL LOCATION

• Solid block home, 3 generous bedrooms • Great tenants happy to stay on • Family friendly neighbourhood • Currently returning $300 per week

Recent renovation – acreage living Located on two hectares not far • Front patio entrance and large, from the centre of Mareeba is this life- rear patio • Floor tiles throughout for easy style acreage property which features a sturdy, sizable four bedroom (plus maintenance • Tandem, tiled garage office nook) concrete block home, which has recently been renovated. • 22,000L concrete tank & pressure As well, there is a massive 6-bay unit • 2 ML water from channel Colorbond shed with 4-roller door acNestled in its rural bush land setcess situated to the rear of the propting, this property provides the best of erty. Renovations just completed in- lifestyle living with the added bonus of clude... fresh internal/external paint its close proximity to town. in neutral tones, brand new u-shaped kitchen with stainless steel applianc- For further information or to ares including gas cooktop and electric range an inspection, please conoven and brand new bathroom with tact exclusive agent John Falvo at clean contemporary lines including a Mareeba Property Office on 0408 separate bathtub, free standing show- 456 344. er, vanity and smart feature tiles. Additional property Address: MAREEBA features include... Price: $525,000 NEG • Main bedroom with Agent: EXCLUSIVE to John Falvo built-ins Mareeba Property Office • Air-conditioning in Contact: 0408 456 344 three bedrooms

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• Brick veneer home with tiled roof • ¼ acre fully fenced, zoned medium density • 3 generous bedrooms (2 with built-ins) • Solar hot water system, front & rear patios

$279,000 NEG

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• Renovated House • Massive Shed • 1012m2 Block • Fully Fenced $245,000 nEg ID#1P1811

• Approximately 80 Acres • 2 Houses • 35 Acres Fully Fenced • 32ML Water Allocation $630,000 ID#1P1880

• 2020m2 Block • Opposite Primary School • 2 Bedrooms With Built-Ins • Fully Fenced, Side Access $309,000 ID#1P1890

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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

Childcare Cleaning Curtains & Blinds

Blinds Bulldozer Hire

Driving School

Floor Coverings Fuel

Air Conditioning

Earthmoving

AIR CONDITIONING

H I

BULLDOZER HIRE

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

We go where the big ones won’t!

• Regrowth • Fence Lines • Tree Clearing • Dams • General Earthworks • And Everything Else!

P: 0427 563 803

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

P: 4092 3019

M: 0409 648 403 • F: 4092 1629

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CHILDCARE

ENTERTAINMENT

GREG CUMMINGS SMALL DOZER HIRE

Authorised Fujitsu Service Agent

Open 7 Days FOr Lunch anD Dinner

phOne 4092 2922

Call Ross Malfitana Mobile: 0429 898 657

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MAREEBA FLOOR COVERING CENTRE 159 Walsh St, Mareeba P: 4092 5466 M: 0419 736 229

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TO IN

Blinds and Curtains

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Licence No: 71735 - ACA: F0514381 - LO: 56130

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BULLDOZER HIRE

CURTAINS & BLINDS Custom Made

CURTAINS & BLINDS

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Thank You ANTONIO DALLA LANA The family of Antonio (Tony) Dalla Lana would like to thank everybody who attended Tony’s funeral service, visited, sent ﬂowers and cards and phoned with messages of support and condolences. We also greatly appreciate all those who donated to the Mareeba Hospital Fund. The amount exceeded our expectations, and for this we send you all our heartfelt thanks. Special thanks to the doctors and staﬀ of the Dimbulah Clinic and the Mareeba Hospital, our local Ambos and Community Funerals. Please accept this as our personal thanks. Maria, Gioia, Denise, Lino and Natalina and their families.

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An opportunity has become available at Springmount Waste Management Facility (SWMF) for a permanent live in Caretaker/Groundsperson. The role will involve maintenance of grounds including gardening, mowing, irrigation of yard, cleaning of buildings at Springmount Waste Facility as well as some operating of heavy machinery. The position will be based at Springmount. The successful applicant must be self motivated, be able to follow instructions and have solid time management skills. Intending applicants should have current drivers licence, plant operator’s tickets (preferable). This position would suit a mature aged couple. Further details contact Kevin Davies 0400 490 493. Written applications, including resume, 2 referees should be submitted by close of business, Friday 30th September, 2016. AddreSSed to: the Manager, SWMF Po Box 1320, Walkamin Q. 4872 or email: kevin.davies@remondis.com.au

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Mareeba Mazda and Mitsubishi is a locally owned, multi-award winning motor vehicle dealership. We are currently recruiting for the position of Qualified Technician for our busy service department. The role is an important part of the business operation. What we offer: The applicant must possess the following:  Ongoing development and mentoring  Appropriate trade qualification  A dedicated and fun working environment  Sound knowledge of modern vehicle diagnostics and equipment  Above award wages relevant to experience  Excellent communication, organisation and  Modern and well-appointed workplace customer service skills  Current Manual Drivers licence  If you have a strong work ethic, positive attitude and would like to join a progressive company then we would like to hear from you. For more information, please email admin@mareebamm.com.au , phone (07) 40925100 or private Facebook message.

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BACCHION, Giuseppe

Late of Mareeba. Passed away peacefully at home with his family on the 28th August 2016. Aged 79 years. Beloved husband of Maria Rosa. Dearly loved Father and Father-in-Law of Romeo (Dec’d), Joseph & Veronica, and Santo Francesco. Loving Brother, Brother-in-Law and Uncle of Mario & Luigia (Dec’d), Maria & Tony, Josie & Vittorio and their Families. Loved Cousin of the Bacchion, Vedelago, Agostino and Chine Families. Relatives and friends of Giuseppe are respectfully invited to attend his funeral service which is appointed to move from St Thomas’s Catholic Church, Constance Street, Mareeba on Saturday 1st October 2016 after a Requiem Mass commencing at 10:00am for interment in the Mareeba Dimbulah Rd Cemetery, Mareeba.

Project Manager

The Mareeba District Rodeo Association Inc. requires the services of a Project Manager to ensure the timely construction of 10 new grandstands and the upgrade of sound and lighting systems. Funding for this project has been supplied by Sports and Recreation through “Get Playing Plus” grants. Demonstrated experience in compliance with government funding is highly desirable. contact the Secretary for Selection criteria & terms of reference

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ManageMent accountant Mareeba Shire Council is looking for an experienced Management Accountant to provide high level accounting support in our Finance team. The role will provide support to the Manager Finance and be involved in compiling budgets, development of financial models, asset accounting and procurement. The position will work closely with the Financial Accountant. Benefits of this position: • Permanent, full time position • $86,096.31 per annum + up to 12% superannuation • Rostered Day Off every month • 5 weeks annual leave ContaCt Person: elisa tatti, Manager Finance - 4086 4674 For an Application Information Pack, please visit the Careers and Volunteers section on the Council website www.msc.qld.gov.au. aPPLICatIons CLose: sunday 9th october, 2016

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Church Notices Presbyterians continue to meet in Mareeba for worship each Sunday 10am, QCWA Hall, Wilkes Street (behind Meals on Wheels) ~ All Welcome! Phone 4092 6888

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Results of the Multi-Raffle held by ‘Team Tracey’ to support Tracey Eaton on her cancer journey. Drawn at St Thomas’s Catholic Church, Sunday 25th September. Thank you to the Sponsors and Supporters and congratulations to the following winners: Signed Cowboys Football, Cowboys: Orange E029, Craig Brammer Ghd Hair Straightener, Francesca’s Hair, Atherton: Blue E034, Annalisa & Jason Ranbuild Esky, MDF Industries/Ranbuild: Orange D011, Leia Austin One Way Skyrail Trip for 2 Adults, Skyrail: Red E050, Jeanette Hartley One way Heritage Class Rail trip for 2 Adults, Qld Rail: Red B040, Shane Pandora Bracelet, Marama Jewellery/Pauline Davies: Red C022, Michelle Sommerville Shampoo & Blow-Wave, Sole Hair & Beauty: Green A071, Venessa Garozzo $30 Meat Voucher, The Beef Joint: Red E034, A Russo $30 Seafood Voucher, Seafood King: Blue E049, Lynn Szekely $30 Meat Voucher, The Beef Joint: Blue E004, Shiralee Stewart $25 Gift Voucher, Graeme Shoe Store: Red C015, Stephen Oldham $25 Gift Voucher, Graeme Shoe Store: Red C071, Trevor Paul Set of 4 Boxed Mugs, Anna Wright: Orange D024, Luch Ceola 2x Hamburger Meal Deals, Nastasi’s Takeaway: Red E003, Marilyn Jerome 2x Hamburger Meal Deals, Nastasi’s Takeaway: Blue C053, David Hoskin 5x Coffees, Piagnos News Skybury Coffee Bar: Green A012, Venessa Garozzo 5x Coffees, Piagnos News Skybury Coffee Bar: Orange C098, Kay Morrow 5x Coffees, Piagnos News Skybury Coffee Bar: Red E092, Monique Foxwell 5x Coffees, Piagnos News Skybury Coffee Bar: Red E030, Lyn Duffy

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club news With Mareeba Lions Club Washed out by rain in June the MSF Sugar Limited Mareeba Lions Family Fun Matrogaine was a roaring success when held on Sunday after the Multicultural Festival. The course produced some fast times and perfect scores and raised $5,000.00 for the Australian Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundation. The event was expanded to include Graffiti Master Class, Skateboarding lessons and exhibition, Basketball, warm up with Curves, and Zumba classes. All in all a very enjoyable day out for all who participated. The event was very well supported by a number of generous sponsors

and supporters. Lions are looking forward to another successful event in 2017. The Lions Christmas raffle has been launched. Tickets are available from any Lions member, and sellers will be up town from now until the draw on the 24th December. Last year the raffle contributed almost $12,000.00 to Lions humanitarian projects. Christmas cakes will also be available very soon, no need to wait to Christmas to enjoy a great fruit cake. As the club can only order a limited number of cakes people are encouraged to purchase them when they see them, as later may be too late.

Although membership of Lions is by invitation you are invited to enquire about joining this great international humanitarian organisation. It is not hard to become a Lion. Fellowship, Good times, Meeting people, Building lasting friendships, Service to the community, Learning new skills, Leadership and personal development - these are some of the reasons we are the Lions. Lions meet in Mareeba at the Mareeba RSL at 6.30 pm on the first and third Wednesday of the month. Check us out at http://mareeba.qld.lions.org.au

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Ivanhoes take out big one IVANHOES are the 2016 first grade premiers after defeating arch rivals Brothers 19-12 in Saturday night’s Cairns District Rugby League grand final at Barlow Park. It is the club’s first premiers trophy since claiming back-to-back titles in 1990 and 1991, breaking a 25 year drought for the Smithfield-based club. After setting up an early 10 point lead, the Knights allowed Brothers back into the contest to lock scores at 12-all by halftime. The second half remained in the balance and looked to be heading for extra time before Ivanhoes came up with the match-winning try four minutes from fulltime. Shoring up the result, the Knights added a field goal in the final seconds to claim a seven point victory. Results from the lower grades: Reserve Grade – Tully 24 def Ivanhoes 6. Under 18 – Brothers 32 def Innisfail 16. Kangaroos forward Kieran Hayes was named winner of the 2016 CDRL gold medal.

Mareeba Bulls juniors in the under 12’s grand final at the John Bomben Carnival.

Mareeba girl named Juniors excel at Bomben carnival Miss CDRL Rachel Arancio (pictured), representing the Mareeba Gladiators, was named ‘Miss CDRL’ on Friday night. Rachel was announced the winner at the 2016 Cairns District Rugby League gala Gold Medal awards dinner, held at Brothers Leagues Club. 14 young ladies from the competition’s clubs across the district nominated for Miss CDRL in 2016.

FRESH from the end of the soccer season, children from as far away as Mackay and PNG descended on Cairns to play in the annual John Bomben Carnival. For five full days both boys and girls from under 10 to under 12 played at Endeavour Park. A large number of Mareeba and

Tablelands juniors played in various teams. In the under 12’s Cairns Blue and Tablelands Titans, both with Tablelands players, made the grand final. John Bomben is symbolic with Football in far north Queensland and this carnival provides a great opportunity for juniors from all over the region.

sport results sport results sport results sport results sport results sport results sport results sport results Ravenshoe Sporting Shooters Saturday 24th September 2016 - Pistol Competition Results: G Gentle 263.5, M Newton-Gentle 250.2, H Poulos 185.1, B Gianassi 182, Hayden 169, Troy 152, M Lennon 151, P Mac 148, C Allman 137, B Poulos 114.1. Rifle .310 results: J Anderson 96.1, J Norman 72, M Roach 70, N Roach 67, M Lennon 40, H Poulos 40. Range closed due to Ravenshoe/Mt Garnet Prize shoot on 1-2nd October 2016. Ron Browning Memorial Shoot to be held on 15th October 2016. Herberton Rifle Club A fine day with slight winds at Herberton Sunday, September 25 for double 500 yards. Target Rifle: Jason Kuchel 103.15, Peter Doherty 99.3, Gary Moss 98.6, Les Binnie 93.3. Field Rifle: Lucas White 110.4. F Open: Dave Stewart 124.8, Mark Edge 120.7, Barry Ellis 117.4, Rod Ranclaud 105.1. F Standard: Richard Butt 124.8, Travis Kohn 123.9, Brian Helring 120.6, Peter Burg 120.4, Bill Carrick 119.5, Peter White 114.4, Lloyd Sawtwell109.6, Ian Duffy 101.2, Steve Bolin 97.1. Next shoot – Ravenshoe O.P.M. is Saturday October 1 and Sunday, October 2. Yungaburra Bowls Club Results: Monday, 19th September - Mixed Pairs Competition - David and Joan Parker defeated Ross and Yvonne Milevskiy. Tuesday, 20th September - Barefoot Night Bowls - Winners: Bill Prien, Val Prien and Cathy Barry. Wednesday, 21st September Mixed Social - Winners: Barbara Mahar and Dan Simpson. Runner’s Up: Peter Mahar

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and Alec Williams. Friday, 23rd September - Jackpot Pairs - No results recorded. Saturday, 24th September - Saturday Triples - Winners: Vicki Wieland, Milton Douglas and John Dudley. Sunday, 25th September - Men’s Triples - Tony Whykes, Milton Douglas and Bill Prien defeated Gavin Johnson, Barry Lord and Gary Eagleton (sub). Upcoming Events: Wednesday, 28th September - Mixed Social - 1pm start - Club Selected Selectors: Val Prien and Barbara Mahar. Friday, 30th Septembet - Jackpot Pairs - 1pm start - Self Selected Open Pairs - Saturday, 1st October - Saturday Triples - 1pm start. RAVENSHOE/MT GARNET RIFLE CLUB September 25: Today’s competition in Ravenshoe was at 600 yards with interesting mirage and light winds, flicking as usual. In Target Rifle Steve Durham shot 15 shots with a score of 73.5. In F Standard Murray Wilson went all the way with a double 15 shot match and a score of 173.12; Liz Wilson decided to do something different and tried a new combination of 10 shots+15 shots match scoring 135.7; Paul Padgett and Mick Wood decided that a 15 shots match was enough for the day and scored 86.4 and 83.2 respectively. The F/TR shooters preferred a 10 shots match: Betta Gianasi shot two rounds scoring 111.1, while Chris Allman shot one round with a score of 56.1. Mareeba Tennis Mon. singles 7pm All welcome. Tues. 7pm social tennis Winner: Penny. Mid-week comp. Div. 4 Freda d Jill 35-21, Div.3 Rhon-

da d Garry 31-25, Natalie d Steve 33-23, Rowan d Maureen 34-22, Div. 2 Simon v Jayne 28 all tie, Robert d Phil 31-25, Div. 1 Chris d Cassie 32-24, Danny v Carl 28 all tie, Libor d Ben 31-25, Thurs. 8am social tennis Winner 22/9/2016 Pauline. Sat. Tablelands Competition Finals 24/9/16 at Atherton. Mareeba: Libor KONICEK, Chris, ELLISON, Mark KEATING, Charlie, MARTENS, Jesse ANDERSON and, Capt. Kim Peckham defeated Eacham: James DRINNAN, Ian, DUGDELL, Capt. Todd RUTHERFORD, Carl BOUNDY, Andre SCHRANER and Grant MORONEY by the Slightest of margins of 5 games, Final score 59-54. Atherton Golf Wednesday Sporters played Stableford won by Syd Spry 26 pts on countback from Joe Cox,3rd Terry Rooker 25 pts.NTPs 3 Joe Cox.13 Hayden Lee,18 B.Tymms. Least putts Mark Johnson 14. Thursday Ladies winner Muriel Lowery from Robin Beck, NTPs 11 Patsy McMahon,13 Robin Beck,18 Heather Beaven. Friday Chook run won by Gavin Comino 15pts on c/b from Swifty. Saturday was a Bisque Bogey round. Ladies sponsor was JANES BEAUTY and was won by Lorraine Doolan +7,ru-up Ann Moss +5. NTPs 11 Lorraine D.,18 Joan Meynell. Mens comp sponsored by MALANDA MEATS won by Callum Lee +10,ru-up Rob.Tomasetig +9,3rd Dale Long +8. NTPs 3 Garry Thompson,11 Glen Lee,13 Dave Morrison,18 Simon Higham. Sundays Yungaburra Butchery Stableford winner was Mick Fleming 40 pts,ru-up Garry Thompson 39 pts on c/b from

Simon Hosking. NTPs 3Deb Harvey,11 Jenko,13 Dave Morrison,18 Garry Thompson. Well done to Roo Brown with an eagle on the 6th and Mick Fleming with an eagle on the 15th. This week Sporters play a 2Stroke Canadian Foursomes,Thursday Ladies a 2Ball Ambrose sponsored by Patsy McMahon and Maria Mead. Friday 6 Hole Chook run. Saturday Oct.1st we host the TABLELAND CONCRETE BLOCKS sponsored Monthly Medal, Sunday is Tableland Top Meats Stableford and also the Ladies play Matchplay in Mossman. Mareeba & Memorial Bowls Club Congratulations to John Holley, ticket no. 6209 winner of the Sea Swift 5 day Cruise raffle. Thank you very much to Leno Bruno for once again donating this very popular prize. Tuesday:20/9/16: Winners – Robert, Alf, Nimmo. Touchers – Helen Holt, Alf Bonaccorsi, Kris Simpson. Wednesday: Winners: Phyl Bishop, Aldo DeZen, Shay Keddie R/U Amando Rogato, Carmel DeZen, Elio Crema, Pauline Brown. Thursday: Carmel & Aldo DeZen R/U Bruno Ciobo, Dennis Skinner. Sunday: Patron’s Day: Thank you to Patron Mario for sponsoring this day. 1st – Noelene Francis, Lorraine Cummings, Mario Battistin, 2nd – Renato Avolio, Norma Gray, Col Brady, 3rd – Lawrie Frankish, Elise Eaton, Ray McCarthy, Peter Soda. Competition: Congratulations to Norma Gray and Barry Lynne on winning the Club Championship Mixed Pairs by defeating Gail Ericson and Brian Fitzpatrick.

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Get set for river bash

RAFTING teams are raring to go for next month’s annual Bash of the Barron River. The annual race, held in conjunction with the Kuranda Festival, will see several teams compete on a swashbuckling course down the Barron River. A range of competitors are set to try their luck, from first-timers to seasoned river pros. White water rafting business Raging Thunder took out the trophy last year. The race will be on October 23, starting from about 10am. For more information head to www.kuranda.org

Ryan and Cullen star at Atherton Annuals

Hilarious Honour stormed home on Saturday to win the $17,000 Atherton Cup. In local trainer Janel Ryan’s second win of the day, the thoroughbred with jockey Peter Cullen aboard, won by a mile to claim the cup in fine style. It was Cullen’s third win of the day after also winning race one and two. Amanda Thompson also had a good day on track riding home Honest Friend in race three and Flying One More in race five. Roy Chillemi also trained two winners on the day in race four and five. RACE RESULTS: Race 1 – FINE FETTLE FURNISHINGS Class 4 Handicap / 1000m. Winner Five Stars, jockey Peter Cullen, trainer Janel Ryan. Race 2 – TABLELAND VETERINARY SERVICE QTIS Maiden Plate / 1100m. Winner Devastating Rhythm, jockey Peter Cullen, trainer Frederick Wieland. Race 3 – PANORAMA VIEWS ESTATE BenchMark 50 Handicap / 1200m. Winner Honest Friend, jockey Amanda Thomson, trainer Glen Baker. Race 4 – COSTA GROUP OPEN Handicap / 1200m. Winner Blame Game, jockey John Lambie, trainer Orazio Chillemi. Race 5 – CENTRAL TYRE SERVICE Class B Handicap / 1400m. Winner Flying One More, jockey Amanda Thomson, trainer Orazio Chillemi.

ALL SMILES: Trainer Janel Ryan and jockey Peter Cullen with race sponsors and connections of Hilarious Honour, after Saturday’s win. PHOTO BY PETER ROY.

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Race 6 – BARRON VALLEY HOTEL/LIQUOR LEGENDS/XXXX ATHERTON CUP OPEN Handicap / 1800m. Winner Hilarious Honour, jockey Peter Cullen, trainer Janel Ryan.

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Trainer toast of Mareeba

TOP SHOT: Mareeba trainer Jenny Ball with mare Master Danny, 10.

LIKE a fine wine, Jenny Ball’s stable keeps getting better with age. The Mareeba stalwart won Champion Trainer at the Mareeba Annuals this month, the second year in a row she’s taken out the top honour. The grandmother-of-three, who has more than 35 years experience in the industry, said she was chuffed with the win after a strong showing by

her four thoroughbreds at the races. “Three of my horses are getting on in age but they seem to be all revitalised,” Ball said. “They’re all going really well and they’re all feeling good.” That included three second placings at the Annuals, with Ms Ball putting her thoroughbreds’ performance down to good feed and good track-

Brothers Nick and Tom Watson.

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Ball, for her success, riding trackwork to keep her stable fighting fit. “He’s very good with them and that means a lot. He does all the shoeing and riding,” she said. Far North hoop Wanderson D'Avila was in fine form for Ball at the Annuals, piloting Heart of Tier, 4, Master Danny, 10, and Air of Heaven, 7, to second place finishes.

THIS SATURDAY

Brother duo shine Atherton’s first grade cricket side got the monkey off their back after finally winning a match at Fuller Park in Cairns, on Saturday. Mulgrave have been the victors on their home turf, winning the five previous clashes at Fuller Park, dating back to 2011. Needing 36 runs for first innings points in the two-day match, Atherton continued their innings batting patiently to get the runs in the 54th over with 7 wickets in hand. They proceeded to bat out the innings, reaching 242.

work. “They’re pretty pampered but if you treat them well, they’ll try and give back,” she said. Ball, who also took out Champion Trainer at Laura in June, frequently competes on the Far North racing circuit with Mareeba, Cooktown and Laura among her favourite tracks. Ball credits her husband, former jockey Tom

The peoples choice award for the day went to the Watson brothers. Tom (17 runs) and Nick (18 runs), who put on an entertaining batting display on an otherwise slow afternoon with a 9th wicket partnership of 32 off 37 balls. Atherton now head to Griffiths Park this Saturday to face Norths. Result: Atherton 242 (G Fox 43, P Nasser 41, P Sceresini 39, T Boorman 27) – Defeated Mulgrave 123 and 2-76 (D Parnell 5-36, T Boorman 5-46 & 1-13).

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Hansen Ford

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2016 NISSAN NAVARA ST 2.3 litre twin turbo auto option pack 4x4 dualcab, includes sat nav & black nudge bar. $45,990 DRIVEAWAY Stock #6996 USED PASSENGER VEHICLES

 12 Subaru XV 2.0i: CVT AWD hatch, low kilometres, alloy wheels, reverse camera, excellent condition, well maintained .................................................................................$20,990  10 Toyota Corolla Ascent: 1.8 litre auto sedan, low kilometres, very tidy vehicle .................$12,990  11 Mitsubishi Lancer SX 2.0i: CVT sedan, smart appearance, rear spoiler, alloy wheels, cruise control ..............................................................................................$11,990  12 Honda Civic VTi-L: 1.8 litre auto sedan, good kilometres, excellent condition, well maintained, one local owner, full service history .........................................................$13,990  00 Nissan Pulsar ST: 1.8 litre auto sedan, good condition, good airconditioning, well kept vehicle ............................................................................................................... $3,990  12 Hyundai i20 Active: 1.4 litre auto 5 door hatch, travelled only 29,500 kilometres, good service history, vehicle in immaculate condition ........................................................$12,590  09 Mitsubishi Lancer VR: 2.0 litre CVT sedan, alloy wheels and spoiler, one local owner, good value .............................................................................................$10,490  13 Subaru Impreza 2.0i: CVT AWD Sedan, low kilometres, vehicle in excellent condition, Subaru Assured Warranty ....................................................$18,490  12 Nissan Tiida ST: 1.8 litre auto sedan, low kilometres, locally owned, full service history, in outstanding condition ......................................................................$12,990  10 Ford Fiesta Z-Tec: 1.6 litre manual 5 door hatch, good kilometres, alloy wheels and cruise control, priced to sell ...................................................................$10,990  14 Nissan Dualis ST Series 4: 2.0 litre CVT 2WD hatch, low kilometres, alloy wheels, satellite navigation, reverse camera, outstanding condition, balance of factory warranty ......$20,990

USED COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

 12 Nissan Navara D22 DX: 3.0 litre turbo diesel single cab 4x4 ute, low kilometres, fitted with steel bull bar, dropside body and tow bar ..........................................................$21,990  11 Nissan Pathfinder Ti 550: V6 3.0 litre turbo diesel 4x4 7 speed auto wagon, 7 seats, features include sat-nav & reverse camera, alloy bull bar, tow bar and 3.5 tonne capacity ...$41,990

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ALL WHEEL DRIVE CENTRE TOLGA ROAD, ATHERTON • PHONE 4030 5400

AFTER HOURS: CON SPANOS 0417 914 285 • www.allwheeldrivecentre.com.au

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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. $49,500 DRIVE AWAY Includes auto club membership END Of AN ERA... OUR fINAL XR6 THE GREAT AUSSIE ROAD CAR! 6 speed auto, reverse camera, Sat Nav, Bluetooth, 18” alloys, fog lamps, rain sensing wipers. $39,710 DRIVE AWAY Includes auto club membership 2015 ECOSPORT TREND SUV Manual, low kilometres, priced to clear great value. $17,990 DRIVE AWAY Includes auto club membership

QUALITY USED VEHICLES

14 PRADO GXL WAGON Build 12/13, auto, turbo diesel, tint, only 47,000 kilometres, balance of warranty.........................$52,990 08 PRADO GXL WAGON Auto, turbo diesel, alloy bull bar, lights, 12 months warranty ...............................................................$26,990 08 KLUGER GRANDE WAGON Build 12/07, auto, 7 seater, low kilometres, 12 months warranty........................................................$21,990 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 08 RAV4 CV AWD WAGON 2.4 litre manual, airconditioning, one owner, low kilometres, 12 months warranty .......................$14,990 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

313-315 Byrnes Street, Mareeba 4092 5100 www.mareebamitsubishi.com.au After Hours: David Mete 0408 793 050

www.mareebamm.com.au Peter Acha 0417 006 698 or Adrian Madrid 0413 745 247

DRIVE AWAY USED VEHICLES* > 13 Mazda CX-5 GT Auto Wagon........................................................................$33,950 > 12 Mazda BT50 4x4 Manual Freestyle ...............................................................$32,950

HUGE RANGE

> 09 Mitsubishi Pajero Auto Wagon ......................................................................$26,950 > 08 Nissan Navara ST-R Manual Dualcab ........................................................... $16,950 > 12 Mitsubishi Outlander Manual Wagon ............................................................ $15,950 > 09 Honda CR-V Auto Wagon ............................................................................. $15,950 > 11 Mitsubishi ASX Manual Hatch ....................................................................... $14,950

MIGHTY MOUSE E-MAX 22

With loader, 4-in-1 bucket, hydrostatic transmission, rear locking diff, diesel motor, good for a thousand uses.

SPECIAL PRICE - $20,890

MAHINDRA 50HP 4X4

With cab, air, loader & 4-in-1 bucket. NORMALLY $48,000

MAHINDRA SPECIAL $39,990

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NEW MAHINDRA PIK-UP UTE Common-rail turbo diesel, ABS brakes, central locking, cruise control, full locker diff, includes alloy tray. $20,490 DRIVEAWAY THAT’S VALUE!

NEW MAHINDRA DUALCAB PIK-UP Common-rail turbo diesel, ABS brakes, central locking, cruise control, full locker diff, includes style side tray. $23,490 DRIVEAWAY “BET YOU CAN’T BUY BETTER?”

> 00 Mazda MX-5 Manual Soft Top ........................................................................$9,950 > 07 Ford Escape Auto Wagon ...............................................................................$9,950 > 09 Suzuki Swift Manual Hatch .............................................................................$8,950 > 08 Ford Focus Manual Hatch .............................................................................. $7,950

HUGE RANGE COMING SOON! > 13 Hyundai i30 Auto Hatch

> 10 Holden Colorado Manual Dualcab

> 13 Mitsubishi Triton Auto Dualcab

> 10 Mazda CX-7 Auto Wagon

> 12 Mitsubishi Lancer ES Manual Sedan

> 10 Nissan Navara RX Manual Dualcab

> 12 Mazda CX-9 Auto Wagon

> 06 Proton Jumbuck Manual Ute

> 11 Mitsubishi Challenger 4x4 Manual Wagon > 06 Ford Focus Manual Sedan NEW RELEASE MAHINDRA XUV-500 WAGON Now with automatic, turbo diesel, sat-nav, leather trim, full alloys, Bluetooth, the list goes on! Come and ask for a test drive, you will be surprised! FROM ONLY $30,900

TOLGA ROAD, ATHERTON • PH: 40914777 AFTER HOURS: TOM 0418 183 222 PAGE 28 The Express, Wednesday, September 28, 2016

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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