The Express Newspaper 9th April 2014 by Carlo Portella

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Craig Reedman (left) and Michael Lyddiard (right) at the ANZAC Ball in Mareeba on Saturday night. Michael was injured while serving in Afghanistan and spoke at the fundraiser about the Soldier On charity. FULL STORY ON PAGE 5.

Why should we pay? – EXPRESS exclusive –

By Ryan Groube

A Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) plan to get Mareeba Shire ratepayers to pay for a $1.3 million office block in Atherton has backfired. On April 3, Local Government Minister David Crisafulli ruled that the cost of the TRC purchasing the building at 51 Mabel Street, Atherton did not qualify as a de-amalgamation expense. Mareeba Shire ratepayers will however be forced to pay $267,837 to cover a portion of the

cost of the TRC acquiring and refurbishing the building. Mr Crisafulli said he did not feel the TRC had to purchase the new building and could have found other options to house staff transferring post de-amalgamation. “I am convinced there were other options that could have been used without purchasing another building,” he said. TRC Mayor Rosa Lee Long has slammed the Minister’s decision as “extremely unfair” and that Mareeba Shire ratepayers should have been made

to cover at least half the cost of the building. “During the first TRC so much was centralised in Mareeba at a great cost to the ratepayer. We were aware that Mareeba Shire was to pay all costs related to de-amalgamation,” she said. “This is a huge blow to us as we enter our budget deliberation timeframe. We are now in a position where we have to find more than $1 million for a building that if we had stayed amalgamated we probably wouldn’t have purchased. “He [Mr Crisafulli] has left us holding the can

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New doctor in the region By Ryan Groube

The easy-going lifestyle of the Tableland and a young family has attracted a new doctor to the region. Danae Cole, 30, has been working as a registrar at Byrnes Street Medical Centre since January. Having married a local lad – Adam Cole, the general manager at Atherton’s John Cole Toyota – the couple welcomed baby boy Carter to the world 13 months ago. Doctor Cole will complete a year in Mareeba before being required to finish her training to become a GP at another clinic, with Doctor Cole’s preference to remain on the Tableland. “My plan is to stay on the Tableland in the long-term,” she said. “The requirements of my training mean that I can only do one year here but after I am fully qualified I would like to come back [to Mareeba].” Doctor Cole was born in Atherton but completed her six year medical course at James Cook University in Townsville. For the past three years, Doctor Cole has been working at Cairns Hospital where she completed her internship as well as two years as a resident. At the end of 2015, Doctor Cole will be eligible to sit her GP primary and, if successful, will become a fully qualified General Practitioner. She said she was excited at the oppor-

tunity of being a general practitioner at a small country practice like Brynes Street Medical Centre. “You get a more varied scope of practice in regional areas. People here can’t just run out and see a cardiologist or and endocrinologist,” she said. “Here we are far enough away to see really interesting cases before they [patients] are funnelled to Cairns but we are also close enough to have access and support from the amazing specialists in the area.” Doctor Cole said she expected to have a busy year with the town’s ageing population susceptible to “a lot of age related health issues”. She also said that people on the Tableland were often guilty of letting their health deteriorate for too long before seeing a doctor. “You do see a lot more advanced disease up here,” she said. “A lot of people leave seeking treatment until the last minute and by that time it is hard to catch up because the disease is so far advanced.” Doctor Cole also said that the clinic did receive its fair share of “well worriers” and urged people to use common sense when determining the need for an appointment. She said the local community had been welcoming of her since she began working at the clinic and that she was “loving” the new job.

Young Chillagoe singer heads to Tamworth A young Tableland songbird is taking her first steps into the world of professional country music all the while juggling academic responsibilities. Chillagoe girl Rebecca ‘Becci’ Nethery, 17, headed to country music hotspot Tamworth in New South Wales on Monday to record her first EP with producer Greg Williams from the Australian Academy of Country Music. Becci will perform two covers of unreleased tracks and two original songs for the EP, which is planned to be released in CD form early next year. The originals are titled Walk Away and Wrote This One For You. Becci described her creative process in writing the songs as both incorporating experiences from her life and using her imagination. “I like to tell a story with my music,” she said. “Walk Away is a sadder song about someone whose partner left them earlier and has now returned but isn’t really there emotionally and is sort of just playing around – in the end she says ‘you can go, I will keep my guitar’. “Wrote This One For You is much less teenage-girl

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serious, it’s about a old man busking on the street describing a song he wrote for his wife, it’s a bit more fun and makes you smile when you hear it.” Becci, who has performed many times around the Tableland since she was very young, said she was looking forward to entering the professional music world but was also trying to balance her music with her Year 12 studies at St Monica’s College in Cairns. “I’m definitely excited to really start getting into the industry, I know it’s going to be hard but if I can do anything related to music with my life, it’ll be worth it,” she said. “Trying to do schoolwork and practice songs at the same time can be really hard – sometimes Greg and I will link up on Skype so I can show him the latest progress on one of the songs and I have to tell him ‘I’m sorry I just didn’t have time to practice’, but we’re getting there slowly.” Becci’s mum Kerry Nethery accompanied her to Tamworth and said recording the EP would be an important first step for her daughter.

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Plan to reduce trucking impact Mareeba Shire Council Mayor Tom Gilmore is concerned the sale of a six-hectare block of land in Mareeba will limit the town’s future growth.

Land sale causes concern for council By Ryan Groube Council has raised concern that a State Government fire sale of large blocks of unused land in Mareeba could limit the town’s future growth. A six-hectare block of residentially zoned land along the Mareeba Connection Road west of “The Edge” residential subdivision will be auctioned on May 2. Department of Education, Training and Employment regional director for far north Queensland Deborah Dunston said the land was no longer required for educational purposes. Member for Cook David Kempton said analysis completed for the Queensland Schools Planning Commission indicated that the long term population growth for the Tablelands was not significant enough to warrant delivery of new school infrastructure. “Any local growth in Mareeba will be managed through the delivery of additional infrastructure within the existing schools as it is required,” he said. It comes as the Department of Natural Resources and Mines (DNRM) looks to sell large parcels of land on the outskirts of Mareeba. DNRM has written to the Mareeba Shire Council seeking advice on what to do with the land bordered by Costin, Tilse and James streets and McIver Road. The Mareeba Shire Council (MSC) resolved at its April 2 meeting to write to DNRM asking that some of the larger blocks of land be held in reserve for Strategic Land Management. Councillors said large blocks of land near the centre of town were a rare commodity and could sustain large scale development such as shopping centres or aged care homes. At the meeting, Cr Alan Pedersen questioned the State Government’s willingness to dispose of the unallocated state land. “Is the State going to retain any land? It is so important that there is a land bank available for future schools and hospitals,” he said. Cr Allan Holmes said it was disappointing that the MSC wasn’t in a position to purchase any of the land themselves. MSC Mayor Tom Gilmore said he had never before seen so much land come up for disposal at the one time. Mr Gilmore said the six hectare block bordering the Mareeba Connection Road represented “the last very large site for potential retail in this town”. He said the combined area of the land being considered for disposal by DNRM was about 16 hectares.

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By Ryan Groube Mackay Sugar has released a plan to reduce the impact of trucking hundreds of thousands of tonnes of cane through the communities of Mt Molloy and Julatten. In little more than a month, Qube Logistics will begin transporting about 700,000 tonnes of Tableland cane to Mackay Sugar’s Mossman Mill. Local residents are worried that having a B Double truck pass through the towns every six minutes will make the roads more dangerous and impact on their quality of life. Last week, Mackay Sugar released a list of 21 actions that they and Qube Logistics will take to “address community concerns”. Included in the plan is: the installation of brake retarders, four cameras in the truck’s cab to monitor driver behaviour, truck load restrictions, an enquiries and complaints number on the back of every vehicle, and mandatory school bus zone training for drivers. The plan is available to Mt Molloy and Julatten residents at meetings held last week and through a letterbox drop. Mackay Sugar communications manager Lorelei van Dalen said the action plan was the result of a series of community workshops. “Mackay Sugar and Qube Logistics have

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War vet’s inspirational speech when we do this again.” Mr Reedman said next year’s ANZAC Ball would be orientated toward the centenary of the Gallipoli Landings, but would always raise money for the Avenue of Honour and another defence charity. “Whenever myself and my wife Barbara are involved we’ll always split off some money for the Avenue,” he said. “People have had a really great response to the entire thing and they’re always asking how they can help – I tell them that the best way to help is to buy tickets and put bums on seats for the night.” A total of $3,300 was raised on the night.

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ANZAC Ball keynote speaker Michael Lyddiard with fellow Afghanistan War veteran Stewart Cummings By Boyd Robertson The service and sacrifice of Australia’s soldiers has been commemorated at a charity ball held in Mareeba with the bonus of raising funds for the Soldier On initiative and Yungaburra’s Avenue of Honour. The ANZAC Ball, held at Mareeba RSL on April 5, was attended by 105 people and featured Afghanistan War veteran Michael Lyddiard as keynote speaker. Mr Lyddiard was severely wounded by an improvised explosive device (IED) during his service in Afghanistan, losing his right eye, his right arm below the elbow and part of his left hand. However, he refused to allow his injuries to slow him down, continuing to serve with the defence forces until 2011 and regularly competing in endurance swimming, running and biking events. Mr Lyddiard told The Express the ball was a vital opportunity not just to raise funds but promote the work of Soldier On, which assists wounded Australian servicemen and women. “Coming to this ball helps me get the meaning out there of what Soldier On is about, it helps me make people realise what their char-

ity money is actually going toward,” he said. “One thing in particular is actually about body imagery, people in society today talk about body imagery in terms of slim or fat but they aren’t talking about people that have come back from service and have a disability and are trying to accept it – but because of society’s outlook it can be difficult for them and their families. “It’s great being able to help people understand the hardships we face and the strategies we use, but most importantly it’s great to help people overcome their boundaries.” Mr Lyddiard said the support of his comrades had ‘gotten him back on his feet’ after his wounding. “When I got back, don’t get me wrong, it was a challenge,” he said. “But the thing that got me through was the support I had at the time from my wife, family and the soldiers I had with me – the people that were actually on the scene with me that day are guys I stay in contact with at least once a month, we have a very strong bond that some people don’t understand but is respected amongst ourselves because we rely on one another.

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Dear Readers and Friends, One thing that I love about Europe are the age old traditions. Traditions that date back 1000s of years and that are kept alive and reinacted with pride and energy. When we first arrived here in Bavaria we took our kids aged 5 and 7 to the local Christmas markets. We had been told about St Nikolaus making an appearance and putting on a bit of show. The kids were so excited and Glenn and I made sure they were right up the front to get the best view. Well... St Nikolaus arrived driving a tractor and towing a boxed in trailer - this was followed by a very loud explosion as the trailer walls flew open and lots of creature like beasts escaped. “The Krampus” as they are called notoriously travel with St Nikolaus to capture all the naughty children and put them in their sack and take them back to their lair - never to be seen again. One of these Krampus came flying over to our kids and threw himself at their feet and tried to grab them!!! I have never seen my kids move so fast. They scurried off through the crowd screaming totally terrified. I could not keep up with them. They climbed up the rafters in a shed at the back of the grounds and it took all my energy to prise them off. Lilykay and Rex had nightmares for a week after that and it took a lot of comforting to get them back to sleep each night. Glenn and I did not intend to scare our kids that much and we did not really know about “Krampus”, but one good thing that came out of it is that our kids have very rarely been naughty since. All I have to mention is the word Krampus and they immediately do as they are asked. Its not only the kids that need to look out - I too felt the pressure of a whip cross my legs! There you go, I always thought I was a good girl! You too can experience some of these great traditions on my very special Christmas Tour I have put together for the end of this year. Come join me... it’s probably my last one here before I return to the Tablelands. For more information, please contact me uli@travel-fnq.com or see the team at Travelexperienc.com in Atherton or Mareeba.

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Soil health under the microscope By Boyd Robertson An information session at Walkamin on April 3 gave farmers an insight into new techniques for improving soil health and crop yields. The Soil Health Forum, co-hosted by Terrain Natural Resource Management and the Northern Gulf Resource Management Group (NGRMG) at the Walkamin Sports Club, featured presentations by scientists and farmers on nurturing soil biology, interpreting tests and the latest equipment. Regional Landcare facilitator Fiona George, who co-organised the forum with Trevor Parker from NGRMG, said the event was about providing new insights into soil heath for farmers in an attempt to address issues facing the agricultural sector. “Yields everywhere are steadily dropping, both in the cane fields on the coast and the fruit and vegetable farms up here, and a big part of that is because of issues with the soil,” she said. “Our job as co-ordinators is to act as a link for information to get to the farmers so they can make their own choices. “We’re not trying to tell farmers what to do, we’re saying ‘we hear your problems and we know that you have issues’ and we’re trying to provide some possible solutions.” Trevor Parker said soil health was vital to successful agriculture. “If you’ve got healthy soil you’ve got nutrient and water holding capacity along with better plant health,” he said. “All these things make your crops more resistant to drought and lower input costs, so farmers will have more in their pockets at the end of the day.” Some of the key speakers at the forum were soil ecologist Dr Christine Jones, agricultural ecologist David Hardwick and Table-

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By Ryan Groube GROUND is set to be broken on a longawaited rail trail project linking Mareeba and Atherton. The Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) will begin work in the coming weeks on stage one and two of the project. Stage one will link Platypus Park to Rotary Park with stage two taking the trail to Tolga. Both stages are expected to be completed by June 30. The TRC does not have any funding set aside to continue the trail to its final destination in Mareeba. As a result of de-amalgamation, if and when, the trail gets to the TRC’s boundary on the outskirts of Walkamin it will be incumbent on the new Mareeba Shire Council (MSC) to complete the project. Stage one and two of the project will be completed using $211,000 in TRC funds and a further grant of $140,667 from the State Government. TRC Mayor Rosa Lee Long said the completion of the first two stages of the project would be a huge recreational asset

to the local community. “The rail trail has always been looked at as one of the connectors between Atherton and Mareeba, linking the two major Mountain Biking Hubs of the Tablelands and most importantly providing a safe passage for bike riders and recreational enthusiasts,” Cr Lee Long said. MSC Mayor Tom Gilmore said he had not been approached by the TRC about continuing the trail into Mareeba once it reaches Walkamin. He said he didn’t have any objections to the rail trail but that it would most likely be the decision of a future council. “These things don’t happen quickly,” he said. Keeping the trail in good nick will require ongoing funding from the TRC’s maintenance budget. The TRC are hoping to minimize the impact on its budget bottom line by seeking volunteers to maintain the track. “Ultimately the asset belongs to the community and any assistance would be appreciated,” Cr Lee Long said. To register your interest, please e-mail tablelandsrailtrail@trc.qld.gov.au

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Take a drive down Byrnes St, Mareeba You drive past them every day, but what are they? …. the trees planted down Byrnes Street in Mareeba, that is. Several years ago it was evident that the old gnarled mangos and black beans down the centre of Byrnes Street had seen better days, so most of them were removed and replaced with a whole swag of new trees. It was decided to select trees that reflected Mareeba’s location as the gateway to Cape York and proximity to the Wet Tropics rainforests at our doorstep, which has lead to an interesting and rather unusual collection of main street trees. At the southern end of Byrnes Street near the roundabout at McDonald’s, the lovely trees in the centre strip are a form of White Apple (scientific name Syzygium forte subsp potamophilum) which occurs along the rivers and streams of Cape York. They are beautiful specimen trees with a perfect lollypop shape, papery bark on the trunk, fluffy white flowers and large white fruit. Another Lilly-pilly which has been planted all along the main street is the Fibrous Satinash (Syzygium fibrosum). This is a small tree with a neat rounded canopy, glossy foliage, beautiful fluffy white or apricot flowers and bright pink edible fruit. They are just starting to come into flower now, so look out for them over the next weeks. Other Lilly-pillies in the main street are the River Cherry (Syzygium tierneyanum) which is a common tree along our local waterways; the Bumpy Satinash (Syzygium cormiflorum) from our local rainforests and up into the Cape; and the Bamaga Satinash (Syzygium bamagense), a great tree from Cape York. There’s also a couple of Onion Wood trees (Syzygium alliiligneum) which is a rather uncommon plant from the wet rainforests in the Innisfail/Tully area. For the last couple of years the Onion Woods have put on a great display of fluffy white flowers and large bright red fruit. Near the roundabout at the Granite Creek end of town, there’s a beautiful grove of Claudie Satinash (Syzygium pseudofastigiatum) with dense rounded canopies, fluffy white flowers and bunches of showy white fruit. This is an unusual tree from Cape York, named after the Claudie River where it occurs naturally. In the centre strip near the Ant Hill Hotel are two beautiful spreading Damson Trees (Terminalia sericocarpa) providing welcome shade. And in the wet season the glorious Golden Pendas (Xanthostemon chrysanthus) burst into masses of fluffy yellow flowers. The Golden Penda is a wonderful symbol of our region, since it occurs naturally in rainforests from Cardwell to the top of the Cape. The middle of a hot bitumen road in Mareeba would have to be one of the harshest environments you could ask a tree to grow in. How well these trees have grown demonstrates how tough and hardy some of our local flora really is.

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Easter speed watch By Ryan Groube POLICE will crack down on speeding motorists as the annual Easter road safety blitz began on April 4. Tolerance margins – the number of kilometres an hour a motorist can travel above the speed limit before getting booked – will further be reduced prior to Easter. Officer in charge of the Mareeba Traffic Branch Gordon Turner said the speed limit was a maximum and that the days of giving motorists leeway were coming to an end. “A big problem that we have is that people know that police have a tolerance of about 10 kilometres an hour, but that is not the case anymore,” he said. Increasingly accurate digital speedometers meant that tolerance levels will continue to “be less and less”. Sergeant Turner said the first phase of the blitz, dubbed Operation Crossroads, would run until April 16. Stage two will run over the Easter

Sergeant Gordon Turner and Member for Cook David Kempton have urged motorists to drive safely during the Easter holiday. long weekend from April 17 to 21 while the Operation would continue until school returns. Sergeant Turner said there will be extra police on the roads and has urged motorists, particularly those travelling long distances, to drive safely and to the road conditions. The beginning of the Operation

club news  Monthly catch-up with the Tablelands Men’s Shed, Mareeba By Allan Sharpe It is always great to be able to share some good news with you. Tablelands Men’s Shed, Mareeba has received a grant through the Mareeba Community Bank. We have received a grant totalling $4638.79 (pictured above). We are very appreciative of the support of Mareeba Community Bank in giving us these funds. These funds will be used predominately to buy tools for our workshop. We are setting up a woodworking area for the men to be able to take on small projects. This grant has come at the right time as we have been busy making some changes to our workshop area. We have renovated an old shipping container which will be a storage area for our tools. As well between the workshop and the container we have created a concreted breezeway which will be a very comfortable environment to work. We will keep you up to date with the fitting out of our workshop over the coming

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months. Thanks again to Mareeba Community Bank for their support. The Men’s Shed will be involved with the Great Wheelbarrow Race again this year. We will be providing support for the Amalgamated Pest Control for the third year in a row. This is a fantastic weekend for our community and it is great to be part of the action. Later this year in June we will be involved in Men’s Health Week. We are in the process of planning activities for the shed during this week at the moment. The Shed’s normal operating hours are on a Monday from 9am till 12.30pm and on a Thursday from 9am till 4.30pm. We are located at 26 Lloyd Street, Mareeba which is just past the Mareeba Hospital. We can be contacted on 0499 229 986. If you know of any men who may benefit from spending some time with other men please point them in our direction.

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Environmental group in crisis By Ryan Groube An international award-winning environmental organisation based in Mareeba is struggling to keep its doors open as government funding dries up. The Mitchell River Watershed Management Group is in the midst of a “financial crisis” with a funding shortfall of $50,000. At a recent committee meeting the group’s executive resolved to prioritise funding from private charities and grants as well as a public fund to become “financially independent”. Formed in 1990, the group is responsible for securing funding and overseeing projects along the Mitchell River catchment. Key projects include, pest and weed control, erosion, land management and engaging property owners along the basin. Group co-ordinator Peter Alden said the catchment faced a “raft of issues and stakeholders want us on the ground” but the lack of funding has hamstrung operations. “At the moment we are up the proverbial creek which is why we are trying hard to find alternative funding options,” he said. Mr Alden said should funding lapse for an extended period of time the cost of bringing the catchment back up to standard will be exurbanite. “It [managing the catchment] might not be sexy but it is vitally important that

we secure money now so the problems in the catchment don’t become too bad.” About six weeks ago, the committee wrote to government representatives at the Federal and State level about its funding plight. Having received no response the group said they were left with no other choice but to lean on the public and private sector to remain operational. Group chair Ian Adcock said the Mitchell River catchment was “particularly unique in that it is quite underdeveloped by national standards and has huge development potential.” Mr Adcock said the group covered a 72,000 square kilometre area with a population of about 10,000 scattered across 50 scattered settlements. He said the group needed $100,000 each year just to cover operational costs and had received no money in the past financial year. The group is a registered environmental organisation and a deductable gift recipient which means all donations made to its public fund are “tax deductable”. A membership subscription to the group is also available. The group plans to hold a series of public gatherings in the coming months to raise awareness about its activities and to attract donations. The Mitchell River Watershed Management Group’s offices are located at 317 Byrnes Street, Mareeba. More information about the group can be found at http://www.mitchell-river. com.au

Group co-ordinator Peter Alden and chair Ian Adcock.

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As a qualiﬁed interior designer Nicole gained her credentials from the Commercial Arts Training Centre in Brisbane and for the last seven years has been applying her trade in various parts of the state. Nicole’s appointment means Atherton Decor can expand on their “Home Consultations” by providing advice, expertise and quality products for any budget.

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Locals have say on water Tableland leaders have secured a seat at the table as the Cairns City Council looks to secure the growing city has an adequate long-term water supply. Cairns City has formed the Water Security Advisory Group which will meet 10 times this year to develop a long-term water strategy to meet increasing demand. Mareeba Shire Council Mayor Tom Gilmore and Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association president Joe Moro both attended the group’s first meeting in Cairns last week. At the April 2 MSC meeting, Cr Gilmore was formally appointed as Coun-

cil’s representative on the group. Cr Gilmore said the water security of the region’s largest city had implications outside of Cairns. “We are dealing with a finite resource and with Cairns expected to reach a population of 300,000 in 30 years time it is sensible to have a proper understanding of the availability of this resource,” he said.“It was very pleasing to be invited as a representative on this group because this is essentially a regional issue.” At the end of the year the group is expected to release a strategy on water security for the next 30 years.

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Fundraising for Relay For Life gets underway When teams register for Tablelands Relay For Life one of the first questions they ask is, what should we do to fundraise? The thought of fundraising can seem overwhelming but there are so many simple ways to get started. Fundraising can be as simple as asking for a small donation from friends or selling a raffle at your workplace. The variety of fundraising activities is only limited by your imagination! When starting out, make sure you get together as a team and brainstorm. Set ambitious, yet attainable goals for both individuals and the team, and shape your fundraising activities according to your interests. Here are five fun fundraising ideas to get you started: Be sponsored to shave or colour your hair, or even shave your beard off. Boost fundraising opportunities by getting local personalities to join the fun. Hold a morning or afternoon tea, or a themed lunch, at work or in your home. Ask those who attend

to bring a healthy snack and a gold coin donation. Organise a fun clothes swap. Invite your friends to get together and bring with them, two unwanted items of clothing. For a donation, they can swap their clothes for someone else’s unwanted pieces. Get active and run a boot camp. If you know a ﬁtness instructor, ask them if they would donate their time to run six boot camp sessions. Charge participants to take part. Host a movie night! Invite your friends to the movies and charge a few dollars extra for their tickets, or set up a screen in your backyard and watch a movie under the stars. Funds raised through Relay For Life allow CCQ to continue its vital work in cancer research, early detection and prevention programs, and patient support services. Cancer Council Queensland’s Tablelands Relay For Life will be held on September 13-14 at Davies Park, Mareeba To register visit www.relayforlife. org.au or phone Cancer Council’s Fundraising Hotline 1300 65 65 85.

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As you are all aware, this year is the Centenary of the start of World War 1, and we at the Mareeba Heritage Museum are upgrading our Display. We are hoping to obtain photographs or information of people who enlisted for Service from this area. Perhaps you may have old family photos tucked away in a “safe place”. We would be pleased to copy your photos and return the originals to you. Once we have sufficient information and photos, they will be displayed in an attractive and sensitive format at the Heritage Museum for all to appreciate. If you can help us in any way with information, could you place it in an envelope and mark it “attention Mary or Jackie” and give to the staff at the counter. Mary or Jackie will be happy to come to you if you have difficulty coming to us.

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Young blood has taken the helm at the Atherton Chamber of Commerce with 25-year old Karlie Milne signing on as president. Former president Connie Duncan will stay on as vicepresident after stepping down from the top job after two and a half years ‘to make way for youth and young businesses.” Ms Milne owns and operates Tableland Secretarial Services in Atherton and was a Chamber committee member since the organisation’s revival in 2011. She was nominated for president by fellow member Quentin Fletcher at the Chamber’s annual general meeting on March 27. Ms Milne said she was ‘still finding her feet’ in the new role but already had ideas for new directions the chamber could take, including improving communication with the community and establishing free Wi-Fi throughout Atherton’s Main Street. She also dismissed concerns her age would be a problem when it came to leading the Chamber. “We’ve got three members under the age of 30 on the committee so we do have a lot of young blood, so to speak,” she said. “Being young and female could be a problem if you look at it one way but Connie was there before me for two and a half years, and I’ve been on the committee the entire time so I think everyone is used to the idea – they understand that there are women in business and young people too.” Ms Milne said the idea of making free Wi-Fi available though Atherton’s main street was ambitious but could pay off long-term, especially for tourism. “If a tourist comes to town and says ‘I need somewhere to stay’ they could whip out their phone, connect to Wi-Fi and look something up without having to use 3G,” she said. Ms Duncan said that she and Chamber were behind Ms Milne ‘100 per cent’. “Karlie has been in the chamber as an executive member and has organised social events and she is going to take a new slant on things,” she said. “She’s got enormous support from the other members and I will be there as vice-president to support her as well – I don’t think it’s fair to leave the new president hanging.” The time demands of the president’s position and a desire to allow fresh perspectives motivated Ms Duncan to relinquish the title. “The time demands were huge and my childcare business is expanding,” she said. “I also wanted it to be seen that the Chamber president does change and allow some new vitality into the Chamber.”

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Mental health sufferers get funded help By Ryan Groube A federally funded program to assist sufferers of serious mental health disorders re-establish themselves in the community has begun in Mareeba. Organisers of the Partners in Recovery (PIR) program in the far north hosted the Community Initiative, Community Response – Working together for recovery forum at the Mareeba RSL on April 1. About 50 representatives of the mental health sector attended the forum to familiarise themselves with the PIR program and identify gaps in the system. The PIR program covers the far north Queensland Medicare Local Region which includes Cairns, Cassowary Coast, Croydon, Etheridge shire, the Tableland and the Cape. Funded through the Federal Health Department, the $8 million dollar program will run until June 2016 and will employ 14 staff across the region. Cassandra Burness has been appointed as the local PIR support facilitator who will be responsible for rolling out the program in Mareeba and surrounding areas. Ms Burness began in the role in February and will be responsible for getting mental health sufferers back on their feet. Included in the job will be assisting clients in securing employment, accessing government services, linking with personal helpers and mentors, and finding accommodation. Another key part of the job will be to establish clients with “natural support systems” that, it is hoped, will reduce their reliance on medication and expensive clinical appointments or housing in mental health facilities. “It is about establishing what it is that they need and helping them find what is available [by way of support] not just on the clinical side,” she said. PIR manager Gary Hubble said mental health sufferers were among the most vulnerable people in the community. “This funding is about breaking down any barriers that we might see when it comes to these people finding their feet in the community,” he said. “What we hope to see is a shift away from purely clini-

cal, high end services and instead focus on a blend of services with a focus on the needs of each person.” At the forum, a trio of musicians from Song Connections – based in Cairns – performed three songs for attendees. Each of the performers has battled serious mental health conditions but found support through the music group. Former Mareeba local Emma Mauro stumbled across Song Connections by accident almost three years ago while struggling with a mental health issues. The friends she has made through the group has bolstered her confidence, provided a regular social outlet and reduced her reliance on clinical services and medication. “Really my only social outlets back then were at work where I am accountant, which isn’t particularly social, and through my family,” she said. “[Song Connections] makes me go out and do something once a week and when you have been unwell one of the first things that you lose is your confidence.” Ms Mauro looked nothing like the girl without confidence when she belted out Ben E King’s hit song Stand By Me at the forum. Attendees at the forum were asked to fill out a brief survey about what mental health services in the region were: doing well, need to improve, as well as feedback on the forum. The findings of the survey will be collated by Centacare Cairns in their role as the lead agency for the PIR program in the far north. Centacare executive director Helga Biro said the community has a role to play in assisting mental health sufferer’s in their recovery. “We want to send a clear message that supporting people experiencing a mental illness does not lie entirely in the clinical domain. Everyone in the community can make a difference by reducing stigma, offering hope and maintaining a focus on the person,” she said. Ms Biro said in the past year one in five people have experienced a diagnosable mental health concern while almost half of all Australians will have experienced poor mental health in their lifetime.

Partners in Recovery can be contacted via the website www.fnqpartnersinrecovery.com.au or by calling 1800 367 747.

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Economic data that will help shape the future development and growth of Cook Shire’s businesses will be the result of the Cook Shire Council Business Survey, which opens this week. Following on from the successful Cooktown and Cape York Business Conference last month, Council will begin the annual survey this week. The survey contains 28 questions about business operations, skills and training, marketing and promotion and industry development. All information collected will be sent to a database provided by Council, and will remain strictly confidential. The data will be compiled into a report, providing a wealth of information to help Council deliver the most appropriate development and growth for the region as well as identify key challenges and opportunities facing local business. Hundreds of business owners Shire-wide have been invited to complete the survey. The survey is also available via Council’s website www.cook.qld.gov.au, through the Cook Shire Connect Facebook page www. facebook.com/cookshireconnect or on request by contacting Council. The survey is available until April 30 with results expected to be available by mid May.

Huge blow to QSL Mackay Sugar has confirmed that it will remain with Queensland Sugar Limited (QSL) regardless of Wilmar’s decision to withdraw

from the raw sugar marketing body. Wilmar last week gave notice that it will withdraw from its marketing arrangement with QSL, effective from the 2017 season. Mackay Sugar CEO Quinton Hildebrand said the outcome was unfortunate, and that Mackay Sugar did not share Wilmar’s position. “Mackay Sugar intends to remain with QSL and we will work with QSL, the other mill suppliers and growers to develop a suitable strategy that can be put in place from the 2017 season,” he said. Mackay Sugar will crush about 700,000 tonnes of cane from the Tableland this year with the 2014 harvest to begin in about a month. Wilmar is one of QSL’s biggest suppliers and produces about 2 million tonnes of raw sugar each year. Get your Easter fishing permit Recreational fishers looking to wet a line at one of the state’s stocked impoundments this Easter, are reminded to purchase a permit before heading out. Fisheries Queensland SIPS Coordinator Danielle Knutsen said purchasing a stocked impoundment permit (SIP) was a simple process. “SIPs can be purchased quickly and easily online giving freshwater angling enthusiasts more time to do what they like most,” she said. “Online permits are fast, easy, convenient and less prone to getting damaged or lost. “You also don’t have to wait to receive it. The permit is emailed to you straight away making it a great option for those who have left their purchase to the last minute.” Ms Knutsen said permits can also be

purchased over the counter at a number of outlets throughout Queensland, or by calling 13 25 23 during business hours to order one over the phone. “Details of outlets can be found on our website at www.fisheries.qld.gov.au,” she said. “Regardless of which method you purchase your permit, they cost just $7.70 for a weekly permit, $38.60 for a yearly permit or $33.55 for concession cardholders. People under 18 years of age do not require a permit. “The permit covers all 32 dams on the scheme, with a range of species available to recreational fishers. “These dams are well known as some of the best places to fish for iconic freshwater species such as barramundi, Australian bass, golden perch and Murray cod. "Enjoy the dam fishing experience this holiday season, and don’t forget to keep your permit on you at all times." For more information on the dams involved in the SIPS and to purchase a permit, visit www.fisheries.qld.gov.au or call 13 25 23.

Youth leadership program Young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people on the Tableland are being encouraged to apply for the 2014 Queensland Indigenous Youth Leadership Program. David Kempton, Assistant Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs and Member for Cook said the program gave 40 Indigenous Queenslanders aged 18–25 years, an exciting opportunity to develop their leadership skills and learn about Parliament. “The week-long program begins in Brisbane on June 21 and will feature leadership and career development workshops, presentations and cultural activities,” Mr Kempton said. “It will then culminate in the

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Eric Deeral Indigenous Youth Parliament, which will see participants take part in a mock parliamentary debate. “During the mock parliament participants will speak for and against a proposed Bill and raise issues of personal importance in the presence of elected Members of Parliament.” Mr Kempton said the program would help participants develop the skills and confidence to contribute to positive change in their communities. “Participants will have the opportunity to work with mentors during the program and benefit from their inspiration, knowledge and experience,” he said. “It’s also provides a platform to network with Elders and other Indigenous community leaders, MPs and senior government representatives.” The Queensland Government program will be delivered in partnership with Glencore Coal. Applications close on Wednesday, April 30 2014. For more information on the Queensland Indigenous Youth Leadership Program or to apply online visit www.qld.gov.au/atsi

Smoother footpaths to get cash boost ATHERTON, Tolga, Kairi, Walkamain, Herberton, Ravenshoe, Malanda and Millaa Millaa will all benefit from a focus on improving footpaths across the Tablelands Regional Council. As outlined in a report presented to the most recent meeting of Council, excess funds in the existing Capital Works program will be redirected to repair identified defects on footpaths in those towns. The repairs are to be completed this financial year. Atherton’s allocation is to be $18,493, Tolga, Kairi and Walkamin $10,000, Herberton and Ravenshoe $10,000 and Malanda and Millaa Millaa $11,254. The Mayor, Cr Lee Long, noted that the works are part of Council’s ongoing risk management program and will enhance the safety of footpaths for users.

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Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) struggles to embrace his role in the modern world and battles a new threat from old history: the Soviet agent known as the Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan). Review by Louise Keller: Don't trust anyone is the mantra of this 3D Marvel comic sequel, whose unfathomable complex plot unravels among massive stunts and nonstop major action. The action, with its frenetic editing, is underlined by a pounding, percussion-heavy score; cars spin, twist and flip, buildings crumble and spectacular explosions are par for the course. High energy martial arts choreography and humour by way of slick one-liners are in plentiful supply too, and as expected, the film is non-stop dizzying action designed to propel teenage boys into comic-book heaven. In the 45 minute lead up before the main plot reveals itself, there is a dramatic hostage rescue mission on a ship when Captain America shows his fitness and indestructible skills. This follows a brief recap of the events that transformed Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) into a Super Soldier. The plot involves Samuel L. Jackson's Nick Fury, director of the peacekeeping body S.H.I.E.L.D., his high ranking colleague Alexander Pierce (Robert Redford) who reveals his different sides and the Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan), the brainwashed Super Soldier with an indestructible metal arm, who was Steve Rogers' best friend in their former life. Highlights include a thrilling sequence in which Nick Fury is attacked from all angles as he sits in his armoured 4WD and the fight-scene in which Captain America is surrounded by adversaries in a glass lift

AND SHERMAN and the action packed CAPTAIN AMERICA – THE WINTER SOLDIER continue for another exciting week of entertainment. Don't forget, you get to see the latest movies at exactly the same time as any other cities in Australia. located on the side of a skyscraper. Redford is wasted in a non-descript role that offers no challenges and the mainstay of the film relies on the push-pull relationship between Captain America and the Winter Soldier. Stan has a sultry presence, while the impressively built Evans effectively embodies his heroic character. Scarlett Johansson, with a sleek, scarlet bob is an appealing presence as Natasha Romanoff and the Black Widow and delivers some good lines including 'Everyone we know is trying to kill us.' Anthony Mackie is also good value as Sam Wilson/The Falcon, skilled in aerial combat. The film can more or less be summed up when Captain America answers The Falcon's question which are good guys or bad guys, by simply saying: 'If they're shooting at you, they're the bad guys.'

Mr. Peabody (voice of Ty Burrell) is an allround genius...and a bow-tie-wearing bespectacled dog. Using his most ingenious invention, the WABAC machine, Mr. Peabody and his adopted son Sherman (Max Charles) hurtle back in time to experience world-changing events first-hand and interact with some of the greatest characters of all time. But when Sherman breaks the rules of time travel, they find themselves in a race to repair history and save the future, while Mr. Peabody may face his biggest challenge yet – being a parent.

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An ordinary LEGO minifigure, Emmett (voice of Chris Pratt), mistakenly thought to be the extraordinary MasterBuilder, is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil LEGO tyrant Mr President Business (voice of Will Ferrell) from gluing the universe together. Review by Louise Keller: Awesome is the buzz word for this happy blast of a movie whose

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sheer energy and pace on its familiar yet inspiring backdrop of colourful toy building blocks is enough to propel us into its uplifting, zany fantasy world. The brilliant and wacky imagination of its creators Phil Lord and Christopher Miller (Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs) ensures a healthy dose of off-the-wall humour as the action speed-skates into overdrive, challenging and surprising us constantly as ideas veer left of centre. Coupled with Animal Logic's extraordinary designs and special effects, the fact that fantasy and reality merge in a clever twist is the icing on a cake filled with fluff and grounded in substance.

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An unlikely team of art historians and curators, led by Frank Stokes (George Clooney) is tasked by President Roosevelt with going into Germany to rescue artistic masterpieces from Nazi thieves and returning them to their rightful owners. It would be an impossible mission: with the art trapped behind enemy lines and with the German army under orders to destroy everything as the Reich fell. With the help of a well placed French administrator, Claire Simone (Cate Blanchett), The Monuments Men, as they were called, found themselves in a race against time to avoid the destruction of 1000 years of significant art and culture; they risk their lives to rescue mankind's greatest artistic achievements. (Based on a true story).

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Expresso 

Your Weekly Horoscopes March 21 to Apr 20 Aries

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The key to feeling good about yourself will be to do something about it. You may find that you are a little lucky this week. Try not to let your emotions interfere with the completion of your work. April 21 to May 21 Taurus

Wednesday 9th

Max 28o Min 20o Tide Times 0619 2.61 1236 1.21 1837 2.19

Thursday 10th

Friday 11th

Max 29o Min 21o

Max 29o Min 20o

Tide Times 0024 1.20 0646 2.66 1257 1.13 1903 2.31

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Tide Times 0147 1.04 0756 2.74 1401 0.85 2019 2.67

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Meringue Pops

1/2 cup + tbsp granulated white sugar 1 cup powdered sugar

Method 1. Preheat oven to 200 F and place a piece of parchment paper on a cookie baking sheet. 2. Whisk egg whites in a bowl until frothy, add cream of tartar and beat until soft peaks form. 3. Slowly add the granulated sugar and whisk until the meringue reaches stiff peaks. Fold in the powdered sugar. 4. Place the meringue in a piping bag with the tip of choice and pipe on to the baking sheet. 5. Bake for 2 hours. Pipe a line of royal icing in the back of the meringue. Attach the lollipop stick and press lightly. Let dry.

June 22 to July 22

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Virgo

Aug 23 - Sept 23

C R O S S

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Proceed with caution if operating equipment or vehicles. You can make personal changes that will enhance your reputation and give you greater self confidence.

You will have original ideas for ways to make extra money. You need to make changes that will raise your self esteem, such as a new hairstyle or a new image. Creative educational pursuits will payoff.

WORD

Sept 24 to Oct 23

You need to get down to basics with regard to yourself. You can expect to face opposition on the home front. You just hate waste, and when someone else costs you dearly you see red. Oct 24 to Nov 22

You will be popular with acquaintances; however, loved ones could feel left out and insecure. You may want to pull out some of those unfinished project you’ve got tucked away. Opportunities for love will develop while traveling.

Sagittarius

Nov 23 to Dec 21

Investments may be misrepresented this week. Try to curb your bad habits. Don’t invest too much of your own money. The personal problems you may be having are interfering with your productivity.

Capricorn

Alfalfa

Capers

Kale

Pea

Avocado

Carrot

Leek

Radish

Basil

Cress

Lettuce

Spinach

Beans

Eggplant

Maize

Turnip

Beets

Fenel

Mushroom Zucchini

Broccoli

Ginger

Olive

Puzzle solutions

Dec 22 to Jan 20

Positive changes regarding your personal status are evident. Promote your ideas now. You may not get your facts correct this week; double-check before making any statements.

Aquarius

ACROSS 7. A broad horizontal band of sculpted or painted decoration, especially on a wall near the ceiling. 8. A column or pinnacle of weathered rock. 9. A heap of combustible material, especially one for burning a corpse. 10. An excessive and dangerous dose of a drug. 11. Characterized by severe selfdiscipline and abstention from all forms of indulgence. 13. A region considered with reference to its climate. 15. A group of people kill someone for an alleged offence without a legal trial, especially by hanging. 16. The group of parishes presided over by a rural dean. 18. A small dark blue edible berry. 19. A small metal spike with a broadened flat head 21. The vascular tissue in plants which conducts sugars and other

metabolic products downwards from the leaves. 22. A thing that is caused or produced by something else. DOWN 1. Address a prayer to God or another deity. 2. A book intended to be consulted for information on specific matters. 3. Relating to or having melody. 4. A large rectangular piece of cotton or other fabric, used on a bed. 5. A less technical term for alexia or dyslexia. 6. A fine, filmy substance consisting of cobwebs spun by small spiders, seen especially in autumn. 12. A window set in a roof or ceiling at the same angle. 14. The City that Central Park and the statue of liberty call home. 17. A distinctive, typically pleasant smell. 20. Without purpose or effect; pointless.

Jan 21 to Feb 19

Someone you work with may be trying to make you look bad. Romance will unfold if you take trips or get together with friends. You can accomplish a lot if you put some effort into household duties or redecorating plans

Pisces

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May 22 to June 21

Leo

Scorpio

Max 30o Min 21o

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You really can’t do anything to change matters this week. Money can be made if your are willing to take a chance. Keep a lookout for any individuals eager to confront you with unsavory situations.

Libra

Tuesday 15th

Ingredients

Get back to the comforts of cottage or home. You may get some opposition. Personal changes will be to your benefit. Think of changes to your home that will please and add to everyone’s comfort.

Cancer

Saturday 12th

Max 27o Min 21o

Boyd’s comic relief

The stamina you possess will be apparent in your approach to your hobbies and creative projects. Your accomplishments could exceed your expectations if you mix a little business with pleasure.

Gemini

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

Feb 20 to March 20

Your lover may cost you financially. Do not trust others with important information. Be diplomatic and honest, and that person will only be made to look bad.

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PROPERTY A great amount of tender loving care has • Laundry with an extra shower and toilet been invested in this delightful home. • 5 X 12 metre back entertainment area This home would suit a working couple featuring natural timber poles and fans or a busy young family who don't want to *Timber front deck with sail spend their whole weekend mowing, gar- *Drive through garage (access to back dening and cleaning. yard) The current owners have created a • 2 rain water tanks, approx. 12,000 litres cool, ambient environment throughout with pressure pump the whole property with the clever use of • Powered workshop 7m X 5m with loft vegetation against the high fences and storage with a 7m X 1m awning at rear shaded areas. The entertaining area at • 3 X 3 garden shed with power and slab the rear featuring natural timber poles is (suited to a spa bath) an ideal outdoor space for all the family • Fully fenced, secure and private to enjoy. • Established low maintenance gardens The powered man's shed at the rear • Close to the race course and sporting provides options for all sorts of interests facilities and there's plenty of room for the boat, trailer, bike or the like. The motivated own- For further information or to arrange ers are moving south, to beat the heat. an inspection of this easy, comfortable • 3 bedrooms, two with BIR, all with air style of living in this home, please concon tact Simone Newman on 0498 126 824 • Lounge and dining with air con or Mareeba Property Office on 4092 • Modern timber kitchen with a ventilated 1355. pantry, gas top stove and dishwasher • Bathroom • Linen cupboards Address: MAREEBA • Solar power 1.5 kilowatt and Price: $305,000 solar hot water Agent: Simone Newman • Polished timber floors Mareeba Property Office throughout Contact: 0498 126 824 or 4092 1355 • TV/media room

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horses, dam, bore plus rainwater tanks Contact Norma Moloney at Ray White and a school bus runs straight pass the Rural Mareeba on 0417 541 126 for further details. raywhiteruralmareeba. front gate. Sit on your rear patio that overlooks com.au/qld/mareeba/1118524/ your five acres and watch the sun set as you enjoy a quiet relaxing drink or two. This property ticks all of the boxes in everything you would Address: MAREEBA want in a rural setting and more. Price: $465,000 NEG Now priced at $465,000 negoAgent: Norma Moloney tiable, come and have a look. You Ray White Rural may just decide to stay. 0417 541 126 Contact:

Private and sunny

A MODERN three bedroom colourbond home that features a spacious open plan living area, vinyl timber floor look throughout, all bedrooms have built-ins, one bathroom, one toilet, rumpus room, front patio and a rear entertainment area. There is three bay parking under sail plus a two bay lock-up shed with concrete driveway, garden shed, rainwater tank, solar panels, fenced on three sides and low maintenance shrubs all on a 1097m2 allotment. Minimal maintenance built in 2009. Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agencies at 7 Hort Street, Mareeba on 4092 1556 or Mark 0428 121 520 and Lyn 0427 153 868, or email mrea4880@qld. chariot.net.au Address: Price: Inspect: Agent: Contact:

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LU S

Mareeba $325,000 NEG By Appointment Mareeba Real Estate Agencies 4092 1556

OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY, 12TH APRIL 10:30am to 11:30am - 16 Anzac Ave, Mareeba

OPEN HOUSE: THIS SATURDAY, 12TH APRIL 10:30am to 11:30am - 47 Ceola Drive, Mareeba

LOCATION & LIFESTYLE

NEAr NEw hOmE, mOTIvATEd TO SELL!

• 4 generous sized bedrooms with built-ins, master with walk-in robe • Office • Separate lounge and dining • Spacious tiled rumpus room • Beautiful timber kitchen with ample bench and cupboard space • Two bathrooms • 3012m2 block • Both town and bore water • Irrigated lawns and gardens Price: $425,000 Neg Contact: Norma Moloney on 0417 541 126

Why build your first home when you can begin your property empire now, with this near new house, in a perfect area, Cairns side of town on a massive corner block. Room for the kids, room for the boat, room for your shed... or invest now and start to reap the rewards. • 4 bedrooms, all with built-ins, airconditioning in main bedroom • 2 bathrooms • Galley style kitchen with dishwasher, pantry and ample storage • Double lock up garage with shelving • 1437m2 corner block, fully fenced • Cairns side Price: $369,000 Neg Contact: Alex Srhoj on 0403 343 692

www.raywhiteruralmareeba.com.au/1106383

www.raywhiteruralmareeba.com.au/1106386

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PErFECT INvESTmENT OPPOrTUNITY Situated on a corner block currently with tenants, sit back and reap the rewards, while planning for the future. • 2 bedrooms + sleepout • 792m2 block • Motivated seller • Perfect investment opportunity • Close to town and schools • Large corner block • Large carport • Fully fenced • Current tenants Price: $P.O.A. Contact: Exclusive Agent Alex Srhoj on 0403 343 692

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INDEX

business A

Air Conditioning

Blinds Brick laying Butcher

Carpentry/ Roofing

DIRECTORY

Childcare/ Kindergarten Cleaning Services Concerting Construction Curtains & Blinds

Earthmoving

Electrical Embroidery

Farming Sector Fertilizer Floor Coverings Fuel Furniture

Handy Men House Removals

Glazier

H I

Irrigation

BRICK LAYING

AIR CONDITIONING

Machinery - Truck Hire Massage Therapy Motor Mechanic

Plumbing Pool Maintenance Promotion/Marketing

Security Skip Bins Small Engine Repairs Steel Fabrication

Nurseries

Photography

Do it right the first time!

CONTACT ROD: 0419 550 767 mareebablocklaying@gmail.com Tinaroo Creek Road, Mareeba • PO Box 1034 Mareeba 4880

• Competitive Rates • Free Quotes • Quality Job Assured QSBA: 1139 505

P: 4092 6271

M: 0409 648 403 • F: 4092 6717

BUTCHER

www.donhall.com.au

Mobile: 0419 709 522

SpecialiSing in: • Polishing & Sealing New Concrete • Re-Juvenating & Sealing Existing Concrete • Re-Sealing Existing Stampcrete, Covercrete & Pebbletex Surfaces

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

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

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

R & C AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION

YUNGABURRA BUTCHERY Queensland’s Oldest Registered Butcher Shop

“From Our Paddock to Your Plate, We’ll Meat Your Needs!”

CONSTRUCTION

ELECTRICAL

P: 4095 3592 • M: 0407 123 561 E: yungaburrabutchery@hotmail.com 2 Kehoe Place, Yungaburra Q.4884

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

Call Ross Malfitana Mobile: 0429 898 657

CARPENTRY/ ROOFING

www.girgentigroup.com ~ 4092 5566 BSA no. 1218243

BSA Number 71627

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

BLINDS

Venue Hire

EARTHMOVING

CONCRETING

MAREEBA BLOCK & BRICK LAYING

Authorised Fujitsu Service Agent

Transport Travel Tree Lopping

Roofer & Carpenter

Very experienced • No job too big or too small • Competitive rates •

CURTAINS & BLINDS

Daniel Battistin

Residential • Commercial • Phones Repairs/Maintenance • Airconditioners

Mobile 0448 856 187 Phone: 4092 6203 • Fax: 4092 5723 email: dobattistin@msn.com 145 Hastie Road, Mareeba Qld/ 4880

ABN: 22 524 342 683 - Licence No: 71735 - ACA: F0514381 - LO: 56130

Phone 0400 622 350

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL FREE MEASURE & QUOTE • IN HOUSE CONSULTATION Desiree & Mark Siemon - Phone: 4095 5669 - Mobile: 0408 887 701 Email: marydesinto@bigpond.com - 31 Kennedy Highway, Tolga

CHILDCARE Laser Electrical Mareeba Phone: (07) 4092 4146

BLINDS

99 Vaughan Street, Mareeba mareeba@laserelectrical.com.au www.mareeba.laserelectrical.com.au

Trust the BLIND specialists!

LIC. 55472 | ARC. AU31673

Vertical & Venetian Blinds Panel Glides > Timber Blinds

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

Supply & Fit

info@mareebakidscampus.com.au www.mareebakidscampus.com.au 3 Locations in Mareeba: Constance, Dunlop & Hastie Streets

Advertising hAs never been more AffordAble!

YOU CAN AFFORD TO ADVERTISE IN THE EXPRESS DIRECTORY

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Early Learning • Kindergarten • Outside School & Vacation Care

CLEANING SERVICES

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this spot could be yours!

Phone the Express today 4092 3464

PH: 0417 843 015 or 4092 7536 Lic No: 51413 RH Lic No: L038890

ALL CLEANING & PEST SOLUTIONS Residential & Commercial Cleaning Solutions For: • Carpets • Tile & Grout • Vinyl • Upholstery • Rugs • Fabrics • Spot & Stain Removal • Mattresses • Pest Control • Driveways & Footpaths • 24 Hour Water Restoration • Home & Business Cleans • NEW Premier Shampoo & Steam Clean Service!

Let the professionals take care of it!

DIRECTORY

For $26 per week

T: 4092 2160 - M: 0417 758 302 E: abelservices@bigpond.com W: www.abelservices.com.au

Servicing

ALL Areas!

EARTHMOVING

CEC No: A5891084 ACMA Reg No: F0510843

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DeeB’s Grader Hire All Earthworks

Call Rob

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business

DIRECTORY

EMBROIDERY

FARMING SECTOR

JANE PETERS PO Box 1923, Mareeba QLD 4880 PHONE: 0427 932 776 ABN 98 735 499 133 Email: pickfordpark1@bigpond.com

For all your labour requirements in the farming sector, please contact us for further information. Being involved in the farming sector for over 15 years, we are sure that we can be of help to you in any aspect of your labour requirements. “Many hands make light work”

ENTERTAINMENT

CALL CARL 0408 924 312

40 ECLIPSE DRIVE, ATHERTON QLD. 4883 P: 4091 3100 F: 4091 3177

There’s always better value at CRT.

GRAHAME McKENZIE MOBILE 0407 226 022

Service Station open to the public 24 hour Fuel Service to approved customers

FURNITURE

Budget Blinds, Curtains and Materials • Tracks & Rods • Furniture • Sheets & Towels • Floor Coverings

SPECIALISING IN THE INSTALLATION OF: • CORK TILES • VINYLS • VINYL TILES • PARQUETRY • FLOOR SANDING • CARPET GOLD AllAn & DAni: MOBilE 0409 007 247 CARD P: 4091 3936 23 Louise St, Atherton Q.4883 707796

Carpet • Vinyl • CeramiCs Floating Floors • Blinds

PHONE 4095 8222

209 Byrnes St, Mareeba • P: 4092 1017 E: hastiecf@tpg.com.au

Advertising hAs never been more AffordAble!

YOU CAN AFFORD TO ADVERTISE IN THE EXPRESS DIRECTORY

With PriCes stArting At JUst $26 Per WeeK... Call natasha todAy to find out more!

DIRECTORY

Trust the FLOOR Covering Man! Carpet & Vinyl > Carpet & Vinyl Tiles > Floating Floors

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

GLAZING

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e Only availabl at Total Eden Mareeba!! Of fer ends on 14 May 31st, 20

166 Walsh St, Mareeba Telephone: 4092 4122

John & Sally Morris Pump Specialists

SaleS – RepaiRS

HOUSE REMOVALS

Operating since 1994

M: 0417 702 208 • P: 4093 2669

A.J. MYLES & CO. HOUSE RELOCATORS Complete House Relocation Services

Payment SyStem

The Mareeba Express would like to inform it’s valued clients that we do not issue 7 day accounts, however we can extend to you the establishment of a regular 30 day account or the below methods of payment. eFtPOS, Direct Payment Facilities and Credit Card Option

FOr enquirieS PleaSe PhOne (07) 4092 3464

• Modern Equipment • Restumped & Raised • Houses Bought & Sold • Insurance Cover

PHONE: 0413 913 989 BSA LICENCE NO. 30191

ABN 26 111 244 823

IRRIGATION

MACHINERY/ TRUCK HIRE

M&P Goldfinch Enterprises P/L NEW Mini Concrete Truck Caters for small loads up to 2.6m across the Tablelands!! PLUS Tipper & Bobcat Available

All enquires call Mick on 0417 720 959 or 4092 3849 - Email: mpgoldfinch@bigpond.com

IrrIgatIon DesIgn & supply

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

TRUCK & BACKHOE

HIRE

BACKHOE WATER TRUCK TIPPER & FLOAT HIRE

ATTACHMENTS: Auger, Rock Breaker, Forks, Vibrating Plate + a full range of buckets and tilting buckets

Owner/Operator Wade Venturato Phone: 0429 901 447 7 Days a Week WORK wadevent@hotmail.com ABN: 74 629 292 635

Mareeba 4092 2800 Atherton 4091 3300

FLOORS

NEW APP FRIENDLY HYDRAWISE CONTROLLERS!! Save Time, Water & Money!!

Total Water Solutions

FREE MEASURE & QUOTE!

HASTIE CENTRE FURNISHINGS

FLOOR COVERINGS

Be ready for the dry season! 15% OFF DOmestic irrigatiOn Packages  Free Design  Expert Advice

IRRIGATION/ PUMPS

For Bulk Fuel & Oil Contact Head Office at Miallo (07) 4098 8222

26 REYNOLDS ST, MAREEBA QLD. 4880 P: 4092 1174 F: 4092 3084

WATER SOLUTION SPECIALISTS

1800WINDOWS BSA 1068200

receive 4¢ per litre discount by presenting this ad

TABLELAND FERTILIZERS

IRRIGATION

ON THE TABLELANDS

FUEL

7 BOWER ST, MAREEBA INDUSTRIAL PARK P: (07) 4092 2472 • F: (07) 4092 2668

FERTILIZER

LICENSED MANUFACTURER OF

accounts@harvestpersonnel.com.au or Phone 0498 991 189

PARTIES WEDDINGS SPECIAL OCCASIONS MUSIC OR KARAOKE REASONABLE RATES PA HIRE

PIER

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SUPPLY OF QUALITY PARTS FOR ALL MAKES OF LINEAR, PILOT & HARD HOSE IRRIGATORS SUPPLYING AN EXTENSIVE RANGE OF CROPLANDS SPRAY EQUIPMENT, PARTS & ACCESSORIES FOR HORTICULTURE & BROADACRE

GUARANTEED!

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ExclusivE Nth Qld AmplimEsh AgENts

• Sliding Glass Doors & Windows • Residential & Commercial Glazing • Shower Screens & Robes • Glass Replacement • Security Doors • Security Screens • Fly Screens • Louvres • Mirrors

30 James Street, Mareeba

PHONE: 4092 2314 • FAX: 4092 4113

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business

DIRECTORY

MOTOR MECHANIC

PLUMBING

MAREEBA MOTORS

PLUMBING, PUMPS & GAS

45 Chewko Rd, P.O. Box 131, MAREEBA

Phone/Fax: 4092 3563

• Mechanical Repairs for Cars & Light Commercials • Roadworthy Certificates • EFI Diagnostics • Carbon Clean for Diesels and EFI Vehicles

SECURITY

BSA 116 4856

Installation, Servicing & Repairs Gas & Gas Applianes, Water Filtration & Purification, Maintenance Plumbing, Pumps, Sewer & Storm Water Solutions

Ben Malcolm

24 Hour Service Covering all areas

p: 4092 7333 m: 0402 031 813

TREE LOPPING

• Patrols • Cash in Transit • Alarm Response & Installation • Alarm Monitoring • CCTV Installation & Service

Visit our website: www.fnss.com.au

SMALL ENGINE REPAIRS

PHONE: 4092 2394

POOL MAINTENANCE

www.tablelandhonda.com.au

STEEL FABRICATION

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

P: 4092 1443 or 0413 013 297

LICENSED POOL SAFET Y INSPECTOR

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Peter Roy Photographer

Weddings Birthdays Sport Portraits Real Estate Special Events

A: 2 9 Iluka Street, Mareeba P: 4092 2475

(a subsidiary of skarott’s transport)

Skip BinS from 2m – 6m 14 DAY BIN HIRE NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE SAME PRICE AS 7 DAYS! LIMITED TIME ONLY

Call Dennis or Rachel on 4095 4777

M: 0417 746 140

TRANSPORT

MRT

MALIN REFRIGERATED TRANSPORT

CARRIERS OF REFRIGERATED AND DRY FREIGHT TO NORTH QUEENSLAND MAREEBA DEPOT: WALLY AMORY PHONE 0421 839 353 ABN 87 010 461 257

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PEERAMON SKIPS, BAGS

Yard Clean Ups: Large or Small

0447 007 685

AA TAYLORS TREELOPPING  FULLY INSURED  QUALIFIED & EXPERIENCED CLIMBERS  OBLIGATION FREE WRITTEN QUOTE  WOOD CHIPPER, STUMP GRINDER, CHERRY PICKER, TRUCK & BOBCAT  TRAVEL ALL TABLELANDS AND BEYOND  PROFESSIONAL, EFFICIENT, SAFE & FRIENDLY  NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL

Ph: 4095 4595 - Fax: 4095 5393 Mobile 0400 954 595 TRAVEL

VENUE HIRE HAVING A PARTY OR FUNCTION?

MAREEBA TURF CLUB

P & M Carriers  Taxi Trucks - Tail-Lifters  Express Couriers  Freight Distribution  Warehouse Storage

CAIRNS • MOSSMAN • TABLELANDS DAILY

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4035 2034

MAREEBA 4092 4222 ATHERTON 4091 3411 www.travelexperience.com.au

We have the perfect venue!

CASH OR ACCOUNT CUSTOMERS WELCOME

W: peterroyphotographer.com.au • 2, 3, 4 & 6m Skip Bins • 10T Tilt Truck with Crane • S160 Bobcat for Clean Ups • 68 Inch Zero Turn Mower • 100mm Wood Chipper • 100HP Tractor & TILT TRUCK • 2m Heavy Duty Slasher • 2.4m Mulcher • 3m No Till Seeder www.peeramonskips.com.au • 3m Rotary Hoe

Paul and Ishta Richmond branching.out@bigpond.com

Without a travel agent you’re on your own!

TRANSPORT

RAD SKIPS

Prune and remove your trees or palms quickly and efficiently! • Stump Grinding Available • Fully Insured • Free Quotes

• STRUCTURAL METAL FABRICATION • 400 AMPS MOBILE MIG/ STICK WELDER • ALL AGRICULTURAL, MINING, EARTHMOVING EQUIPMENT 17 STEPHEN STREET, DIMBULAH PHONE / FAX: 4093 5180 • MOBILE: 0427 007 896 EMAIL: dbengineering1@bigpond.com MANAGER: DENIS BEGHIN • QBSA LIC. NO. 1122823

SKIP BINS PHOTOGRAPHY

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ALL AREAS 0400 326 670

plumbingpumpsandgas@bigpond.com

And all Honda products including Mowers, Motorbikes and Brush Cutters Cnr Herberton & Constance Sts, Mareeba

Phone 4092 2644 Fax 4092 4220

Tree Specialist

Dru ThursTon 0408 913 063

repairs to all Major brands

74 Byrnes Street, P.O. Box 169, Mareeba Q.4880

BRANCHING OUT

For all security needs call...

TABLELAND Motorcycle

4 Services and All Mechanical Repairs 4 Roadworthy Inspection Station

Are your trees becoming too big for your yard?

PHONE: 4045 1767

Spacious open venue, beautiful gardens and all facilities – the perfect setting for all occasions! Race Day Parties, Weddings, Birthdays, Engagements, Business Functions, Christenings, Christmas Parties & more!

Bookings & Info Phone 0427 114 217

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Thank You

Church Notices

Thank you

Holy Week & Easter Services

To everyone for the past 10 plus years at Mareeba Community Kindergartens. To the Orange Group 2014, may you enjoy the rest of the year greatly. Thinking of you all. I have everlasting memories and look forward to seeing you all around. Don’t forget your kindy smile! Miss Dee



For St Georges’ Anglican Church Mareeba Palm Sunday: 13/04/14 - 8.30am Stations of the Cross: 13/04/14 - 2.00pm Maundy Thursday: 17/04/14 - 5.30pm Good Friday: 18/04/14 - 8.00am Easter Day: 20/04/14 - 8.00am DiMbulAh SErviCE Easter Day: 20/04/14 - 4.30pm

Memoriam Memorial Service In Loving Memory of

Lyla Harrigan 29.4.1931 - 25.3.2013 Dick Harrigan 19.7.1922 - 22.4.2013 There’s two fine faces we will always remember, There’s two voices we would love to recall. There’s memories we will cherish forever, Of parents so dear to us all.

From your children Graeme, Jennifer, Deryck, Roslyn and their families.

Funeral Director

Guilfoyles

Funeral Services CREMATORIUM, CHAPEL & MEMORIAL GARDENS

A memorial service and consecration of the headstone of the grave of will be held in the Catholic section of Mareeba Cemetery at 11:30am on Saturday April 12, 2014.

Wedding Skinny & Georgie Congratulations! Wishing you a lifetime of happiness & love

Love Julian & Ann-Maree getting Married? John Keal Marriage Celebrant. Ph 4092 4507

ATHERTON MAREEBA 3 NASSER RD 45 CONSTANCE ST 4091 2147 4092 1013 MOSSMAN / PORT DOUGLAS

hORSE Shoeing and Barefoot Trimming. Kris Geddes. 0429 062 222. w w w. m a s t e r fa r r i e r. com.au

For Rent Church Notices

House for rent. Springs Road, Mareeba. Phone 4093 2218.

Presbyterians continue to meet in Mareeba for worship each Sunday 10am, QCWA Hall, Wilkes St (behind Meals on Wheels) ~ All Welcome

Tutor HS Chemistry, MYS Maths, and ESL English. David Vance BSc(Chem., Biochem., Med.Physiol.) (Hons), JCU; M. Med. Statistics, U Newcastle; BA(Psychology), JCU; etc.. Ph. 0407 635579.

WORSHIP SERVICE Sunday 10am & 6pm Experience Supernatural Healing of the Body, Soul & Spirit. Phone 4092 6888 9 Park Avenue, Mareeba

Thought:

Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.

2005 Camry ateva

4 cylinder, excellent condition, great fuel economy, tow bar, regularly serviced, RWC.

mUSt SeLL!! $7,800 $6,800 ONO PHONE: 0447 339 232 or 0407 022 957

Honda EU20i Generator

PLus Free r Generato ! !! r e v o c

Selling or buying? Take out a Classified Advertisement today! to discuss affordable advertising options call Natasha on 4092 3464. The Express 159 Walsh Street, Mareeba.

4wd / tyres

Suzuki SX4 S SerieS Colour sunlight copper, climate control, cruise control, alloy wheels, airbags and many more features in this All Wheel Drive/4 Wheel Drive/2 Wheel Drive small vehicle, 77,000 kilometres, in great condition, RWC reg till August.

$14,500 neg Ph: 0417 198 214

2003 Daewoo Kalos SE. $4000. Call 0432 410 020.

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Full size Solate Pool Table, excellent condition, all components included. Includes, bar fridge, couch, double fluro lights with lead and dart board.

$1100

Call 4092 1305 or 0400 717 427. Caravan fridge 3way. Good condition. $500 O.N.O. Call 0432 410 020.

Large TerracoTTa poTs wiTh esTabLished pLanTs Six available!

$150 Each or $800 The Lot

P: 0408 924 312 PLANT SALE

Well establised plants. Good variety. Red Mussaenda plants also. Myrteza Drive, Mareeba. Ph: 4092 6515 Saturday 7am - 12noon

Wood fired pizza ovens Authentic, homemade and handmade, all purpose ovens. Perfect for your home! Various sizes available. Phone Dave on 0439 759 163

Public Notice General MeetinG at the track on Sunday 20th april

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WHiLe stocks Last!

55 Tolga Road, Atherton PHONE: 4091 7499

Laura Amateur Turf Club Working bee easter Weekend

MUD TYRES • All 4WD PHONE: 0400 706 346

Now

$1,699

Atherton Mower & Chainsaw Services

Consultancy

“Behold! The Lamb of God Who takes away the sin of the world!” (John 1:29)

Living Waters An Encouraging

APRIL

Health

Improve general health or chronic illness. David J Vance BSc(Med. Physiol., Biochem., Chem.) (Hons:Nutrition), JCU;MMedSci (Epidemiology), UQ; MPH, UQ; BA(Psychology), JCU; etc..Mobile service to you. Ph. 0407 635579

What’s Coming Up!

Events Calender

Vivian William Hunter

Horse Services AVAILABLE 24 HOURS / 7 DAYS

For Sale

fax us: 4092 6346

Info: Secretary Ian Adcock 4092 2019, Mobile 0408 603 316 or Email: iansyl@bigpond.net.au

Classified deadlines

4pm Friday prior to the next week’s publication

11th

Tolga QCWA Easter Cent Sale. Doors open 8.30am. Door prize, raffle, morning tea and great prizes.

13th

Pre-Easter Plant Sale. 8.30am - 12 noon. Botenic Gardens (behind the friends house).

23rd

Q.C.W.A Craft Day, 9am. C.W.A Hall Mareeba. All Welcome - Cuppa.

MAY 3rd

Order of the Eastern Star Mareeba Chapter CENT SALE. P.C.Y.C Hall Walsh Street.

30th

Fatality Free Friday, Road safety awarness event. 4.30pm. Mareeba Soccer Club, Fenwick St. 4092 2266.

St George’s Church Indoor Bowls every Tuesday 1pm at St George’s Hall (53 Constance Street, Mareeba) For further information on any of the above events contact Natasha on 4092 3464

Public Notice & Tropicals Riverside Bromeliads

Open day april 12 & 13

Broms, Anthuriums, Nepenthes, Staghorns and Vireyas ON SPECIAL!!!

64 Riverlea Close, Malanda • 4096 5826

Mareeba Shire Council

ANZAC DAY MARCHES FRiDAY 25 APRiL, 2014 TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES Notice is hereby given, under Section 69 of the Local Government Act 2009 that for the purpose of Anzac Day: (A) Chillagoe - Burke Development Road between Cathedral and Frew Street will be closed to vehicular traffic between 9.00am and 10.30am on Friday 25 April. An alternative route for through traffic is available via Cathedral, King and Frew Streets. (B) Dimbulah - Raleigh Street will be closed to vehicular traffic between 5.00am and 8.00am on Friday 25 April. (C) Kuranda - Thongon Street, at its intersections with Thooree and Coondoo Streets, Coondoo Street at its intersections with Thongon and Therwine Streets and Therwine Street at its intersection with Thooree Street, will be closed to vehicular traffic between the hours of 10.00am and 10.45am on Friday 25 April. (D) Mareeba - Byrnes Street between Middlemiss and Hort Streets will be closed to vehicular traffic between 4.00am and 4.45am as well as 7.00am and 2.00pm on Friday 25 April. An alternate route for through traffic is available via Rankin, Walsh and Lloyd Streets. (E) Mt Molloy - The eastern side of Main Street, Mt Molloy, between Clacherty Street to Brown Street will be closed to vehicular traffic between 11.00am and 1.00pm on Friday 25 April. The western side of Main Street will remain open under traffic direction. Peter Franks CHiEF EXECUTiVE OFFiCER PO Box 154 www.msc.qld.gov.au MAREEBA QLD 4880 Phone: 1300 308 461

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Mareeba State High School - Cross Country Friday, April 4

RIGHT: Mareeba State High School cross-country runners Brock Hawke and Tamera Bapua-Yung. BELOW: The top 10 male and top 10 female runners at the MSHS Cross Country on April 4. Girls: Tamera Bapua-Yung, Olivia Anderson, Jasmin Anderson, Katia Spena, Orla Weaver, Carla Newlands, Tiola Mudd, Zoe McDermott, Erin Phillott and Rachel Whiteing. Boys: Brock Hawke, Geoffrey Chalmers, Johnson Makoti, Oliver Cotterill, Conner Matthews, Joshua Pin, Matthew Lep, Bradley Lyall, Matthew Penn and Lucky Bagayawa.

sPORT results & draws Mareeba Mitsubishi Classic 2014 Winning Details Saturday: Men's Nett - Tim Lambert, Men's Runner Up - Elso Iuretigh, Ladies Nett - Vicki Hendrie, Ladies Runner Up - Raylene Bradley, NTP's 4th - David Robinson, 8th - Jon Eales, 11th Men - Graham Purdy, 11th Ladies - Jacqui Lambert, 13th - Henry Guy. Sunday: Men's Nett - Peter Mullins, Men's Runner Up - Phillip Watson, Ladies Nett Chris Benjamin, Ladies Runner Up - Tricia Shaw. NTP's 4th - Gavin Camilleri, 8th - Alex Hodi, 11th Men - Darrin Hastie, 11th Ladies - Tricia Shaw, 13th - Charlie Bewick, 36 Hole Results. Men's Gross - Shane Toia, Men's Nett Winner - Phillip Watson, Ladies Gross Winner - Ruth Yelland, Ladies Nett Winner Chris Benjamin. Thanks to David Mete and his team at Mareeba Mazda & Mitsubishi MAREEBA GOLF CLUB 03-04-14 Thursday Sporters 9 Hole Competition.Winner Kevin Collins 24 R/up Brett Stallan 23 NTP 8 Chris Young 13 Lui Dezen Raffle Les Tenni 05-04-14 Mareeba Mitsubishi Classic Thanks to David Mete & Team Mens Net Winner Tim Lambert 40, R/up Elso Iuretigh 39 On count back Ladies Nett Winner Vicki Hendrie 36 count back R/up Raylene Bradley NTP 4 David Robinson 8 Jon Eales 11 Graham Purdy 11 2nd Jacqui Lambert 13 Henry Guy 06-04-14 Mareeba Mitsubishi Classic Thanks David Mete for putting on sausage sizzle & Outlander SUV as prize for Hole in One Mens Net Winner Peter Mullins 42 Count Back R/up Philip Watson 42, Ladies Net Winner, Christine Benjamin 40 Count Back R/up Tricia Shaw 40 NTP 4 Gavin Camilleri 8 Alex Hodi ( so close for hole in one) 11 Darrin Hastie 11 2nd Tricia Shaw 13 Charlie Bewick. Over all Winner Men’s Gross Winner Shane Toia 152 Mens Net Winner Philip Watson 80, Ladies Gross Winner, Ruth Yelland 170, Ladies Net Winner Christine Benjamin 74 Our Next Big Event Steggles Mareeba Open Saturday & Sunday 12th & 13th April we still spots open for nominations Ph 4092 3528. MAREEBA & MEMORIAL BOWLS CLUB Tuesday 1/4/14 Warehouse Bowls: It was good to see 22 players on the green for our Warehouse bowls. Results - Touchers: Lead – Grub Salerno, Third – Sue Soda, Skip – Kris Simpson. Wednesday: Winners – Phyl Bishop, Amando Rogato, Lorraine Cummings R/U Sandy Rowstron, Greg Tilse, Pe-

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ter Stevens. Thank you to Marge Duffield for sponsoring this day. Thursday: Men’s Jackpot Pairs: Winners – Peter Soda, Max Taylor R/U Joan Ciobo, Joy Dennis. Nice to see the ladies close to the prize money once again. Sunday: 66 Players supported The Crew Stallan Memorial Day sponsored by Jenny and her family which we thank you for a Special afternoon. Winners were: Sep Aloia, Ed Hill, Col Brady R/U Ethel Thompson, Jamahl Byrne, Mose Favaro. COMING EVENTS: Tuesday Warehouse bowls 7pm start. Wednesday: Ladies mixed social. 1.30pm start. Optional Dress. Thursday: Men’s selfselected jackpot pairs, 1.30pm start, casual dress (Women invited). Sunday: Mixed Social, 1.30 pm start, casual dress. COMPETITION: Ladies Championship Fours: Saturday April 12th 2pm. (Skips) Liz Plowman V. Carmel DeZen. Men’s Championship Fours: (Skips) Cameron Thompson V. Elio Crema, Barry Lynne V. Aldo DeZen. Championship Pairs: Mario Parise, Elio Crema V. Jamahl Byrne, Joe Mugica. These games to be played on or before Saturday 12th April. Competition Results: Ladies Championship Fours: (Skips) Liz Plowman def. Sue Brady. Congratulations to Sue Brady on winning the A.T.D.L.B.A. Consistency Singles at Malanda and Sheila Hewish being runner up. Selectors Rosters: Wednesday 9th Liz. Sunday 13th John. ARCHERY On Sunday April 6 visitors Callum Leslie, Cody Roulston, Ronnie Roberts, Bianca de Loryn, Robert Buhrlle, Steven Salvetti, Jenny and Justin Ihle, Caleb and Julian Oates, Neilta and Steven Panagiotopoulos, attended the coaching session with Signe Dalsgaard, George Neilson and Neil Stallard. During the morning members Mike Christensen and Neil Prince shot practice, while one junior Ben Dayes shot a club round. After lunch members Daniel Pope and George Neilson shot practice rounds. Results Geelong Round: (90 arrows at 30m on a 122cm face): U10 Boys Recurve: B Dayes 656 On Sunday April 13 the coaching class will be conducted for beginners from 9am to 12md at Kerribee Park Archery Range, Chicken Hatchery Road, off Springs Road, Mareeba. Beginners and visitors are asked to please ring George Neilson on 4092 2228 to confirm your attendance. At 12.30pm a General Meeting will be held, followed by a FITA 50/720 for senior members and equivalent round for juniors at ap-

proximately 2pm. This will be practice for the coming North Queensland Championships, which the club will be hosting on their new grounds, over the Easter weekend. MAREEBA TENNIS Tues 7pm Winner: Roy. Div. 4 Trisha d Kellie 39-17, Div. 3 Garry d Val 30-26, Mandy d John 31-25, Maureen d Barb 29-27, Kathy d Pauline 29-27, Div. 2 Santo d David 34-22, Mathew d Marty 31-25, Kim d Kym 38-18, Div. 1 Alf v Jason 28 all tie. Thurs 8am social: Winner of the frog Pauline ATHERTON GOLF CLUB wednesday Sporters last week played a stroke event with Mike Hopkins winning with a fine 37 nett from Lee Robinson and Hollywood both on 39 nett NTPs 11 Irish, 13 Jay Fraser, 18 Roo Brown . Least putts jackpots with several players on 17 putts Thursday Ladies played a Maddie Hickox sponsored Stableford with Annette Seawright winning with 33 pts from Claire Costa 32 pts NTPs 11 Clair C. 18 Annette S. Fridays Chook run was won by Noel Rawlins with a great 15 pts Saturdays Monthly medal was sponsored by Penelope”s Performance Cleaners Ladies winner with 76 nett was Ann Moss from Patsy McMahon 78 nett NTPs 3 Gail Gard, 11 and 13 Annette Seawright, 18 Sandy Watson Mens winner and B-grade winner with a great 66 nett was Steve Bakkss A-grade winner was the in form Peter Steventon with 67 nett (74 gross ) from Kenleigh Mather 69 nett B-grade winner Steve Bakkss from Brad Snow 67 nett. C-grade winner Dave Bilney 69 nett from Bill Tynan 72 nett NTPs 3&11 Roo Brown, 13 Steve Bakkss,.18 Stevo. George Clemments had an Eagle on 2nd hole ,well done Georgie Saturday juniors had 8 brave kids playing in the morning drizzle with H .Harris winning from Tom Flynn, least putts were shared by the same two players. There will be no junior golf until April 26th due to school holidays. kids interested in the peninsula schoolboys/girls trials please contact C.Lees 0402046274 Sundays Stableford comp was won by Greg Brown with a magic 44 pts (70 gross par for the course ) to win from Peter Steventon 40 pts ,third Jay Fraser 39pts NTP 18 Rob. Tomasetig

This week the wednesday sporters play Stableford while the Thursday Ladies play Stroke sponsored by Summers News. Saturday we play the Turner Shield Stableford by Shane Marshall Building.Sunday we play the Sunday Stableford event A further reminder that the Mens Hayden Flynn sponsored Match Play is under way check the board for your opponent 1st round matches to be played by May 5th. Anyone who can spare a few hours during the next few week to help with the new irrigation program please contact the club 40911283 or greenkeeper Justin Mason. YUNGABURRA BOWLS CLUB Results. Wednesday, April 2. Winners. M. Hubbard, D. Jones and W. Coutts. Runner’s Up. J. Molloy, B. Mahar and K. Hogan. Friday, April 4. Winners. N. Stubbin and M. Brown. Runner’s Up. F. Sloan and R. Cahill. Jackpot Winners. B. Lord and L. Thompson. Saturday, April 5. Winners. N. Stubbin, M. Hubbard and R. Cahill. Runner’s Up. B. Titlow, M. Douglas and F. Ballerini. Sunday, April 6. Ladies Competition. A Grade Championship Singles. M. Hubbard defeated B. Titlow 25-23. J. Parker defeated K. Hogan 26-11. B. Mahar defeated R. Johnson 25-13. Y. Milevskiy defeated K. Anderson 25-14. Upcoming Events. Tuesday, April 8. Men’s Competion. T. McCarthy versus L. Thompson. Wednesday, April 9. Mixed Social. 1:30pm start. Names in by 12:45pm or on the sheet provided outside the clubhouse. Club selected. Kitchen duty. J. Molloy and B. Titlow. Friday, April 11. Jackpot Pairs. 1:00pm start. Names on sheet provided outside the clubhouse by end of play Wednesday, April 9. Reserves. Name and phone number at the bottom of the sheet. Self selected pairs. Kitchen Duty. R. Williams. Saturday, April 12. Men’s Competition. 1:30pm start. Rinks. A. Jones, M. Gordon, F. Sloan and T. McCarthy versus R. Bidewell, D. Jones, A. Zanatta and Frank Ballerini. A Grade Singles. R. Hubbard versus R. Cahill. Sunday, April 13. Men’s Competiton. 9:30am start. Rinks. Winner of A. Jones and R. Bidewell to play D. Skinner, R. Hubbard, J. Phillips and Greg Johnson. Singles to arrange own markers. Sunday, April 13. Atherton Tablelands District Bowls Association Patron’s Shield. Cooktown. 9:00am start. Team. N. Stubbin, P. Mahar, J. Beu and L. Thompson. Nominations for the 2014 Men’s Triples and the Mixed Pairs are now open.

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No last-second victory for frustrated Gladiators By Ryan Groube A miraculous try-saving tackle has robbed the Mareeba Gladiators of victory against the Edmonton Storm in a Saturday night thriller at Davies Park. Trailing by two points with 90 seconds left to play, ‘Gators vicecaptain Shana Aue burst through a hole in the defensive line and began charging towards the undefended try line. Just as he was about to touch down a Storm defender has came across in cover and took wild swipe at the ball. The defender’s fist connected, knocking the Stedden over the dead ball line as the Storm held on for a 22-20 victory. For ‘Gators coach Cameron McPherson the loss was a bitter pill to swallow with the home team playing the better football for most of the match. In the end4, a lopsided penalty count and a series of basic errors in the play the ball came back to haunt the ‘Gators. “We were very willing tonight but our discipline was just horrible,” he said. “We just made so many mistakes around the ruck. Blokes were making three or four mistakes each at the play the ball. “I think with the penalty count everyone at the football ground tonight knows how the referees performed and I don’t think it was consistent for both sides.” Despite conceding an early try, the ‘Gators were the better team in the first half. Paul Alofi and Tom Hughes both touched down for the ‘Gators as they established an early 12-6 lead before the Storm hit back to level the scores. With about a minute to play in the opening half, the Storm were deep in attack when the ‘Gators intercepted a pass and ran the ball

to the halfway line. A covering tackle bought down the ‘Gators player with a brawl between the sides erupting soon after. The home side was awarded a penalty with ‘fullback Navitalai Ratuleva splitting the sticks from halfway as the ‘Gators went to the sheds with a 14-12 lead. In the second half the Storm did all the early attacking and scored two tries to establish a 22-14 lead. Paul Alofi helped keep the ‘Gators in the contest, scoring his second with the conversion reducing the margin to four points with about 15 minutes to play. Despite having opportunities to win the ‘Gators just couldn’t find the knockout blow. After the match, McPherson was critical of his side’s willingness to get involved in push and shove rather than playing football. “At the moment we are too easily distracted and seem more interested in getting involved in the niggle than playing rugby league,” he said. Robert Pedersen was sent off for an innocuous incident in the second half and will front the judiciary this week to determine his eligibility for the ‘Gators next game against Brothers. Fullback Ratuleva is also expected to miss a couple of weeks after sustaining a knee injury. The ‘Gators A Reserves also suffered a heartbreaking two-point loss. For 79 minutes the ‘Gators led the Storm but a converted try in the final minute saw the Storm record a 18-16 victory. Mareeba’s Under 18s went down 38-10 while C Grade recorded a 28-22 victory over the Cairns Kangaroos. The ‘Gators travel to Cairns this week to take on Brothers.

Nathan Grainer looks to offload in the ‘Gators reserves game against the Edmonton Storm on Saturday

Roosters still on duck The Atherton Roosters are still yet to notch up an A Grade win after being crushed 8-32 by the Tully Tigers at the weekend. The Roosters’ Reserves and Under 18s sides also went down on 10-20 and 10-24 points respectively in a clean sweep for the night. Single tries by Hayden Lyon and Dean McGivery were Atherton’s only source of points for Saturday night’s A Grade game, with no successful conversions being made. The Tigers proved completely superior in the offence, landing six tries and four successful conversions. The loss cements the A Grade Roosters’ position at the bottom of the Cairns District Rugby League ladder, with still no victory five games into the 2014 season. The Roosters Reserves were overpowered by a fast and aggressive Tully side despite some good work on the wings. A long chain pass through deft hands out to Mitchell Woodleigh on the left flank allowed him to slip past defenders to plant in the very corner.

Capitalizing on massive gains made from a well-executed penalty kick in the next play, Atherton scored again with Harley Lyons mirroring Woodleigh’s earlier manoeuvre to slide across the line. Unfortunately the Reserve Grade Tigers not only matched Atherton in their offence on the flanks but were also able to muscle through defenders beneath the posts several times for tries, by halftime creating a points gap that the Roosters were unable to close throughout a close-fought but stalemated second half. It was a similar tale in the Under 18s despite a more even matching in skill levels and play structure between the two sides. Tully’s larger players proved to be the critical factor in their victory, with hulking forward Jeremy Laumea effortlessly carrying three or four Roosters across the tryline for two tries. The Roosters will have a chance to recover and reorganise this weekend with a bye, before travelling to Yarrabah to face off against the notoriously unpredictable Seahawks.

Bulls top Lions, look to Heat As the mens premier mens and ladies sides enjoyed a weekend off, the clubs second division mens side flew the flag for the club with a comprehensive 4-0 drubbing over the Leichhardt Lions at Borzi Park on Friday night. The mens second division side is sprinkled with former premier league stars and some young stars and together proved to strong for the travelling Lions side who were totally outplayed by the Bulls using the side open spaces of Borzi park to their advantage, racing to a 3-0 lead at the break thanks to goals from Sam Girgenti, Mark Plowman and Ukranian import Kostya Kravchuk. In the second period the Bulls dominated once again and despite a host of chances could only achieve one more goal from the penalty spot with Mario Terranova stepping up and converting after new player Billy Bezuidenhout was brought down in the box. The Bulls enjoying a full squad of players

for the match, enjoyed the freedom of resting some of the stars and bringing on some of the new players to the club, and still dominated. Bulls president Alex Srhoj is also calling on all fans to ‘cancel Easter plans and bring all your Easter energy to Borzi Park’ as the side prepares to host the FNQ Heat in the knockout FFA cup on Easter Sunday. Easter is the only free weekend for both the Bulls and the Heat. There will be plenty of interest in the match, with the Heat’s origin feeding from the Bulls former QSL side, the FNQ Bulls and a number of Heat players who donned the orange and black for the club in the former Queensland state league. Srhoj knows first hand how inspiring a strong vocal home crowd can be and is hoping for a huge turn out at the Easter Sunday match. “A massive crowd will help lift the boys and it will give the extra energy needed to overcome anyone”. said Srhoj.

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McKinlay house captains Chris Scott, Rachel Whiteing, Kiarna La Rosa and Ben Abbey

McKinlay continues sports dominance By Boyd Robertson House McKinlay is dominating the sports scene at Mareeba State High School (MSHS) after winning the school’s annual cross-country for the first time since 2011. Their cross country win with on April 4 follows their victory at the school’s swimming carnival in February. McKinlay took the top spot with 247 points, edging out Gregory on 227 points. House co-captain Kiarna La Rosa said she and her comrades were now gunning for top spot at the school’s athletics carnival in June. “We are definitely looking to take out all three and make it a clean sweep,” she said. “I think we’re getting these good results this year because the captains are putting in a real effort to get the house motivated and together at events, and everyone in the house is participating and putting in their best effort too. “It’s really amazing to see them all get into

the events like they have.” Year 9 student Tamera Bapua-Yung, 13, was the top female runner for the day, completing the 3780-metre course in 17 minutes and six seconds. Brock Hawke, 17, was the fastest male runner, coming in with a time of 13 minutes and 48 seconds. The towering Hawke, a Year 12 student, now lists the third-fastest time on the course since its length was finalized in 2000. Hawke’s top time comes as a surprise to few, despite his switching from full-time running training to basketball training in Year 10. MSHS sports co-ordinator Terry McClelland said the high participation rates at the event was a great reflection on students. “We had a record number of kids getting on both the run and walk courses, with 163 getting out there for a run,” he said. “Their behaviour and cleanliness has been excellent throughout the whole day.”

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Speedway back in action By Boyd Robertson It was thrills and spills galore at Mareeba Speedway on Sunday when Mareeba Motor Racing Club roared back into action for 2014 with an all-new open event. The Outlaw Classic challenge sees drivers across all grades take to the track in A Grade cars to see how they stack up. Sunday’s Outlaw Classic round, the first of three, was won by Angelo Tudini, followed by Russel Equinox and Brett Hardy. In the other races Ian Turner came in first for the Super 4’s, Baydon Ellston won the Formulas and Lucy Reed took out top spot for the B Grades. Tony Villella won the C Grade races for the day and Eric Wallace was the top Junior Grade racer. Young racing belle Lexi Underwood, 20, had herself a close call in one of the Formula heats, striking the wall on the second

turn and rolling several times. The crash did little to dampen her enthusiasm for racing, as she explained to The Express. “This is the first time I’ve crashed in the two and a half years I’ve been doing this – I knew I had no control as I went into the corner so I just knew I had to hold on, not let go of the steering wheel, go with it then once it stops moving shut everything off and wait for people to get there,” she said. I’m not too sure how many times I rolled – I had my eyes shut and it happened really quickly and it wasn’t scary. “I got straight back into the next race because all the boys were getting ready and I didn’t want to miss out.” Lexi’s winged Formula car took most of the abuse, but was good to go after receiving new wings, tyres, bars and a replacement front axle. Speedway will be back on May 4.

FULL RESULTS Outlaw Classic: 1st Angelo Tudini 2nd Russel Equinox 3rd Brett Hardy Super 4’s: Feature: Ian Turner 1st Ian Turner 2nd Karen Hughes 3rd Lea Jones Formulas: Feature: Glen Underwood 1st: Baydon Ellston 2nd: Glen Underwood 3rd: Todd Stevens B Grade: Feature: Brady

Musmarra 1st: Lucy Reed 2nd: Brady Musmarra 3rd: Darren McCulkin C Grade: Feature: Peter Butler 1st: Tony Villella 2nd: Brayden Pickup 3rd: Raywin Musmarra Juniors: Feature: Eric Wallace 1st: Eric Wallace 2nd: Ashleigh Hardy 3rd: Nadia Tudini

Russel Equinox crosses the line during a heat for the new Outlaw Classic racing event at Mareeba Speedway on Sunday

Mako hosts sprints Away Game! Cairns Brothers

The first round of the Far North Queensland Bitumen Sprint series was held on the March 30 at the Mako Trac, Mareeba. The day was hot and hectic with a record number of spectators and nominations, 43 in total, and some had to be turned away due to limited time to race. FNQ Motorsports Club has negotiated a later closing time for future events, but will require that participants book on the FNQ Motorsports Club website to avoid disappointment at future events. The competition was close and frenetic in all classes with final results not being apparent until the end of the day. Phil Pyke, in his Mitsubishi EVO 6, was the eventual outright winner, winning the Outright Class. He was closely followed by Karl McAtamney in a Nissan Sylvia and Michael Anderson in a Nissan Skyline GTR.

Jess Bates won the Classic Class in a 1974 Celica. First time competitor Keegan Wood took out the Over 5 Litre Class, which is dominated by the Aussie V8’s, in his Holden HSV Maloo Ute. The V8 result left some of the more experienced Falcon GT drivers scratching their heads and looking for more speed to stay in the race. In the Under 1600 Class, Steve Wilbraham took the honours in his far from standard specification Toyota Corolla, while the 1600 - 2 Litre Class was taken out by Tou Xiong in his Honda Civic. The 3 to 5 Litre Class was won by Karl McAtamney in the Nissan Sylvia. The second round of the series will be conducted on the 18th of May. Further details can be found on the official website www. FNQmotorsport.com

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