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Minister Finance, A large “Being for recognised on this level by tree that was found dead was removed from the Railway Avenue carpark last week.

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FNQ Rum describes its rums as tiq.qld.gov.au. not legally obliged to notify the public unless aesthetic and community value, tree removals Competition for its Iridium X Rum. The Mt Uncle Distillery has also being crafted “from rich volcanic Nominations close theon apply, such as when healthy are only undertaken whendistribution no alternative option Markconditions will be travelling to London recently started in the UK, specific soils and sugarcane of this unique Friday, 13 June, with finalists trees are removed for capital works.” is available.” to attend the awards ceremony on 12 tropicalinregion” and “produces a range adding to their many successes. announced late July.

Council noted the only heritage-listed trees in The council was guidedrecognition by its Vegetation November.

This IWSC follows of rums that have been celebrated both Planting and Management Policy – Council the shire were the avenue of fig trees on Coondoo For more information, visit Controlled Areas and Roads, which states that St in Kuranda. tiq.qld.gov.au.

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Crackdown on feeding crocs

NEW offences and increased fines have been brought penalties for existing offences which aim to deter in by the State Government to crack down on feeding people from engaging in behaviours that pose a serious risk to public safety and animal conservation. and interfering with crocodiles.

The on-the-spot fine for deliberately disturbing or Two new offences have been introduced making it unlawful to unintentionally feed a crocodile by dis- feeding crocodiles has increased from $483 to $2580, carding food and remaining in close proximity to a with the maximum court-imposed fine increasing crocodile. from $6452 to $26,615.

Discarding food, including fish frames, scraps and The on-the-spot fine for interfering with a crocobait, in a way that may attract crocodiles to a public dile trap has increased from $645 to $2580, with place such as a boat ramp, jetty, pontoon or camping the maximum court-imposed fine increasing from area can now result in an on-the-spot fine of $483 or $19,356 to $26,615. a maximum court-imposed fine of $6,452.

But State Member for Hill Shane Knuth, who Knowingly remaining within close proximity to a introduced the KAP’s Crocodile Control, ConservaSILO CENTRAL SHOPPING CENTRE crocodile that is on, or partly on, land can now result tion, and Safety Bill 2024 into Parliament last month, in an on-the-spot fine of $806 or a maximum court- Phone slammed the4015 new offences and fi nes as “nothing 4004 imposed fine of $16,130. more than a band-aid fix”.

This offence complements theATHERTON existing “disturb“The State Government has failed toCENTRE manage the SQUARE SHOPPING ing” offence which prevents people from approach- crocodile crisis for over a decade, and now it’s coming or pursuing a crocodile or driving a boat or vehi- Phone pletely out of4091 control,” he said.

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12th victory for ‘King of Kennedy’ BOB Katter has swept to his 12th victory, easily beating his opposition to be the Federal Member for Kennedy for the next three years.

The maverick politician has been the federal representative for Kennedy since 1995 and has no plans to step away from politics anytime soon, declaring he’ll die in the job.

Seven candidates lined up to try to topple the “King of Kennedy”, who, as of 10am Monday, had secured 65.6% of the vote (two candidate preferred), with the LNP’s Annette Swaine scoring closest to Mr Katter, with 34%.

After the election, a humbled Mr Katter thanked his supporters, his family and those who volunteer to spread his message.

“Elections aren’t won by blokes in suits. They’re won on the backs of the people who stand out in the sun and the rain, handing out how-to-vote cards for days on end,” he said.

“So, this victory belongs to them. God bless every one of you.

I can’t thank you enough.

“The same goes for my wife Susie, my five children, and even my grandchildren, who have worked tirelessly throughout this campaign to make so much of it happen.

“I certainly couldn’t have done this without them.”

He says the people of his

electorate continue to vote for him because the major parties have failed to support the region.

“I didn’t get re-elected because I’m some sort of outstanding character. I’m just a boy from Cloncurry.

“More members of parliament might get similar results if they actually served their electorates and listened to the people every once in a while, and not some party room in Brisbane or Canberra.

“North Queenslanders are fed up with being called resilient.

We’re fed up with getting scraps while Brisbane gets its pleasure palaces, grand roads, rail and other infrastructure.

“The people of Kennedy know the major parties aren’t fighting for them. If you ignore the North, if you ignore the bush, you do it at your own peril.

“The people are rising up in righteous anger, and I don’t blame them one bit.”.

In Leichhardt, Labor’s Matt Smith will become the new member, with LNP newcomer Jeremy Neal unable to secure the seat after Warren Entsch retired.

Mr Neal went the way of many other LNP candidates and current members who became victims of a massive swing against Peter Dutton’s party. The Opposition Leader lost his own seat of Dickson, forcing the Liberals to Bob Katter relaxes with his own branded beer after a great win in have to decide on a new leader.

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Police assaulted POLICE have charged a 42-year-old Biboohra man with multiple offences including serious assault of police officers.

The man allegedly entered a Caterina Close address around 3am on 28 April and refused to leave the premises when asked and attempted to steal an electric leaf blower.

Police arrived shortly after and located the man on the front lawn of the address. When police attempted to speak with him, he allegedly pushed a police officer.

An officer attempted to arrest the man, when he allegedly lunged and grabbed the officer, causing injury to the officer’s eye before he was taken into custody.

He was charged with one count each of trespass and obstruct police and two counts of serious assault on police.

The man is due to appear at the Mareeba Magistrates Court on 19 May.

Stalking charge

POLICE have charged a 43-year-old man with unlawful stalking in Mareeba after he allegedly approached a woman while she was exercising on a local road.

It will be alleged at around 5am on 16 April, a 41-year-old woman was exercising along Blacks Road, Mareeba, when she sighted a 43-year-old Mareeba man approaching her.

The woman allegedly observed the man walking quickly towards her holding what appeared to be a short pipe or pole.

The woman screamed loudly and ran away whilst the man allegedly chased her for a short distance.

The woman ran home and contacted police.

A witness to the event later reported the incident to police and further added they allegedly saw the man driving a vehicle repeatedly up and down Blacks Road a short time after the incident and then again approximately half an hour later.

On 18 April, police attended a Mareeba address in relation to an unrelated call for service when they located the man who was wanted for questioning.

The man was charged with one count of unlawful stalking, intimidation, harassment or abuse and was due to appear in the Mareeba Magistrates Court on Tuesday.

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THE recent delivery of an ex-sugar cane loco to the Atherton-Herberton Historic Railway was “delightfully” welcomed as the group added the new addition to their operation.

The loco was recently retired from the Pioneer Mill at Brandon, just outside of Ayr, and was donated by Wilmar Sugar.

It will replace the aging man car that the group have been using for “many years” and will also be able to assist with everyday rail movements, in particular when the fire season excludes them from using their Peckett steam loco.

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activities Massive month for Mareeba Free to celebrate THREE large events that will attract thousands of people to the Mareeba Shire over the next few weekends will inject hundreds of thousands of dollars into the local economy.

While the actual economic boost is not known, the Great Wheelbarrow Race (9-11 May), the Northern Nats (16-18 May), and the Rotary FNQ Field Days (28-30 May) promise to deliver a cash boost to local businesses.

The events come on the back of Easter, Anzac Day and May Day long weekends which, due to the fine weather, attracted thousands of people to the Mareeba Shire and Tablelands.

Mareeba Shire Mayor Angela Toppin said the value of the events to the local economy could not be under-estimated.

“While council does not currently hold specific statistics around the economic spend or visitor numbers for each of the events, what we do know from long-standing community and business feedback is that their value to our region is significant and multi-faceted,” she said.

“Events like these are essential drivers of economic activity in our regional Mareeba Shire community.

“They attract thousands of visitors, many of whom stay overnight, dine locally, purchase fuel, explore the region, and support local retail and service providers. In some cases, businesses report their highest takings for the year around these events.

“Beyond the direct economic impact, events bring vibrancy to the region, showcase our unique character and culture and provide important opportunities for community connection and pride.

“They support jobs – both directly

The Northern Nats attracts the best drag racers in North Queensland.

The Great Wheelbarrow Race, taking place over the weekend, generates a significant economic boost for the shire.

through event delivery and indirectly through tourism, hospitality, and retail.

They also provide a platform to promote the Mareeba Shire to a broader audience, potentially converting event-goers into return visitors or future residents, as well as telling their family and friends about the region.

“From an economic development perspective, a strong regional events calendar also helps to build a resilient

local economy by diversifying income streams and reducing reliance on single industries.

“For tourism specifically, events help drive off-peak visitation and contribute to the year-round viability of tourism businesses.”

This year, the Great Wheelbarrow Race has attracted 50 nominations, bringing many teams from the Far Northern region to Mareeba to take on the 140km challenge. Dimbulah, Almaden and Chillagoe benefit

greatly from the race as hundreds of people inundate the small towns.

On 16-18 May, the spotlight will be on the Northern Nats motoring event. For three days, the best drag racers in North Queensland will battle it out on the quarter-mile drag strip along with some of the biggest burnout cars in Australia, luring thousands of spectators to witness the action.

The Rotary FNQ Field Days at the end of this month is a massive event over three days at the Mareeba rodeo grounds where producers can see new innovations and the latest products and mchainery.

But it’s also a great family day out, with crowd-favourites such as the Tractor Pull, daily machinery demonstrations, events in the arena, cattle display, and Emergency Services demonstrations.

The three-day event has grown exponentially since its conception in the mid-1980s, with more than 15,000 people attending in 2023 and a record 500 sites and 450 exhibitors.

Field Days chair Andrew McCosh said this year the event had grown again, with around 600 sites available.

“We have the theme of Agriculture and Innovation which has a wide scope of presentations and offers people the opportunity to have a look at innovations on local farms,” he said.

“The Field Days are held every two years and provides an enormous economic and social investment in not just Mareeba and Atherton, but to the whole of Cairns and districts.

“All monies raised from this event goes back to the local communities.

There has been nearly $1 million distributed to the many charities and organisations across the region.”

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The Mareeba Community Centre will be celebrating the week with free daily activities from Monday 12 May to Friday 16 May and is encouraging anyone in the community to take part and help celebrate.

On Monday, from 10am-12 noon, a drumming session will be held, while on Tuesday, the attention turns to cooking from 10am-12 noon.

On Wednesday, a mindfulness and yoga session will be held from 10-11am, then on Thursday, a Seniors Group will be hosted from 10-12 noon during which the participants will meet with the community centre staff and paint self portraits.

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COMMUTERS will be pleased to hear the Herberton and Constance Street intersection was expected to be completed within weeks, according to the latest Mareeba Shire council report.

The March Capital Works report outlined progress on a number of major capital works projects, and said despite wet weather delays over recent months, the intersection was nearing completion.

Key works included the installation of a new roundabout, traffic islands, kerbing, footpath extensions, and light pole relocations.

As of March, footpath and kerb ramp works had been completed or were nearing completion on three sides of the intersection, and the concrete roundabout and kerbing had been poured.

Practical completion was now anticipated by midMay 2025, weather permitting, the report said.

In Kuranda, the Coondoo Street and Centenary Park streetscape enhancements were proving to be a welcome addition, with footpath and concrete slab repairs around Centenary Park and the start of planter box improvements. The fig trees had been trimmed and adorned with heritage-style LED streetlights along upper Coondoo Street.

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Progress to date included the completion of drainage on the Borzi Park side, shoulder rebuilds on both sides of the road, and the placement and compaction of subbase and base gravel.

As part of Council’s 10-year water strategy, ageing asbestos cement water mains were being replaced at five locations across Mareeba.

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And the Constance Street Footpath and Carparking Project had also been completed.

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A NEW tourist park along the Kennedy Highway has been given the green light by the Mareeba Shire Council, despite long-term neighbouring property owners objecting to the development.

Approved by the council at its April meeting, the small tourist park will feature three private cabins (two cabins catering for two people each and the third a family cabin), dedicated parking, an amenities block, cooking facilities, a swimming pool and recreation areas.

An onsite manager will live on the property and maintain the park facilities.

In a statement from the applicants included in a report by council officers and provided to the meeting, the park will provide a “high-quality short-term accommodation solution for visitors and tourists to the region”.

“The park will add to the variety of accommodation options in the local area, encouraging the growth of the local economy through tourism,” it stated.

“The local economy will benefit from the provision of an additional short-term accommodation option which will employ locals, encourage spending in local businesses and attract tourists who will share the natural beauty of the area.”

The park, at 3711 Kennedy Highway, will have a new access road

from the highway, with the previous entry closed. This has been approved

by Department of Transport and Main Roads.

However, neighbouring properties submitted that the location of the cabins was “way too close” to neighbouring properties, the owners of which had resided there for almost 40 years, and 45 years respectively.

The new access road to the cabins will run alongside one neighbour’s property boundary and residence.

Other issues were that the development was inconsistent with the rural and residential zoning, and that the park would increase the risk of litter, trespass, roaming pets and excess noise.

As one submission pointed out, the park promotes vista views, but the location of the cabins and the comings and goings of visitors, would mar the vista enjoyed by the family for 45 years.

It also said there was a likelihood of expansion as “you do not just put three cabins in and a pool, without this in mind”.

Submissions also complained of stormwater problems from the property since mango trees had been removed, with run-off affecting neighbouring paddocks for cattle. This would be exacerbated with the development.

Speaking after the meeting, a council spokesperson said the area had been rezoned from agriculture to rural and residential some years before, and the current zoning allowed for small tourism ventures such as farm stays, bed and breakfasts, camping, foodbased tourism, nature tourism, and cycling tourism.

The council had also stipulated the development have noise curfews, a 9pm pool closure, no pets allowed, campfire restrictions, a potable water supply, and that the cabins are constructed onsite from new, contemporary building materials (no prefabricated or transportable structures permitted) which would also include landscaping to help soften their appearance.

The report by council officers advised the proposed cabins would have a negligible impact on the outlook and views of neighbouring residents and on the amount and quality of stormwater.

As for any plans to expand the park, this would require a new application for assessment.

The report was “satisfied this development is of a scale commensurate to the zone and location, and that the development can be reasonably conditioned to ensure the preservation of the existing amenity.

The development complies”.

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With engaging stories and authentic soundscapes, this guide transforms a stroll through the Historic Village into an authentic walk through time.

Imagine wandering through the beautifully preserved buildings, hearing the clink of a blacksmith’s hammer, the chatter from a bustling general store, or the hum of an old-time radio.

The audio guide brings the Historic Village to life, allowing visitors to see, hear and feel what life was like for the Tropical North’s early settlers.

Village owners Craig and Connie Kimberley said the audio guide was the latest addition in a series of storytelling experiences available to visitors.

It builds on the launch of Herberton, Heart of the North in 2023, a cinematic experience that tells the story of Herberton’s history on the big screen.

“The audio guide completes the storytelling journey we have been building, allowing visitors to experience Herberton’s history in an interactive and engaging way,” Craig said.

“It takes storytelling into every corner of the village, alongside interpretive signage that adds depth to each exhibit.”

Packed with rich tales from Herberton’s early pioneering days, Craig said listeners would hear more about local figures including John Newell and the significance of landmarks like Elderslie House.

“We hope it encourages people to take their time, explore and connect with the fascinating stories that are unique to our region,” he said.

Listeners will also be able to learn about the people who lived and worked in the village’s buildings, with easy-to-follow stories that bring the past to life.

The Audio Guide project was made possible with the assistance of an Accessible Tourism Infrastructure Grant.

The guide is flexible, allowing the user to explore at their own pace and in any direction. There is over two hours of audio covering 62 stops on the village map.

The audio guide is further supported by an accessibility guide, which highlights the accessible buildings and areas throughout Historic Village Herberton, ensuring that visitors of all abilities can enjoy the experience.

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Workers’ accommodation eases housing pressure NEW rural workers’ accommodation has been approved for a farm at Biboorhra, relieving some of the pressure of housing shortages in Mareeba.

Galati Farming Pty Ltd requested a Material Change of Use (MCU) to allow for the development of the facility at their orchard on Bilwon Road, which would provide separate rooms for up to 10 workers, a kitchen, laundry and ancillary amenities.

At the April meeting of Mareeba Shire Council, a report advised there had been no submissions objecting to the accommodation, and the buildings and infrastructure had already been established on the site.

However, the property’s northern boundary adjoins the Barron River and the whole site is mapped as a flood hazard area under the council’s Planning Scheme 2016 Flood Hazard Overlay, with the northern boundary adjoining the Barron River.

The report said the accommodation was an essential rural support and the applicant had

accepted flood impact was an operational cost of the rural activity.

It also said short to medium-term farm workers were likely to be more resilient to the impacts of flooding as they could quickly evacuate to a safe location without needing to move substantial personal possessions.

Speaking on the motion to approve the MCU, Mayor Angela Toppin said there had been an increase in applications for such farm accommodation.

“The benefit of this is, of course, that it takes pressure off accommodation in our town and the impact … on our housing stock,” she said.

Further requirements for the MCU were that all building work be certified by a qualified structural engineer to be able to withstand damage from floodwater and debris, and before any occupation by workers, the landowner must obtain a Flood Emergency Evacuation Plan for the accommodation.

John Rankine (pictured) of the Malanda club was the last Queensland Rural Youth member to participate in the prestigious P&O Canberra Award in which recipients completed a study tour in the United Kingdom.

Junior farmers go down in history

By KONNOR FURBER

IN the late 1940s, the introduction of an agricultural organisation to the Tablelands invigorated the lives of local youth, bringing them together to learn life skills and forge friendships and love that would last a lifetime.

Now, former members of the group are searching for others who were involved to document its history before it’s too late.

Originating in 1947 as the Queensland Junior Farmers Organisation, it was later named the Rural Youth Organisation of Queensland in late 1964. It survived some 60-odd years after appearing to fizzle out around 2005.

The organisation was also seen as a movement, aiming to provide post-school education to young rural people in order to encourage better farming practices and a better community spirit, and to also discourage the drift to cities.

Moreover, it targeted individuals seeking to pursue character building and personal development.

The impact it had on the locals who were involved was profound, to say the least.

Former member of the Malanda Junior Farmers group Neil Coleman described the group as his “whole life”. It’s where he met his wife of 58 years and shaped who he became.

“We never went to the pictures or anything like that. Every time we went out, we went to Junior Farmers, we didn’t go anywhere else,” he said.

“It taught us how to live in this life. It forged our lives and everyone who was a part of it learned from it. It made some of us into leaders and the rest of us into good people.

“I think it’s very important to document this history because it was a magnificent period in our lives. It was our whole life.

“I also think it’s very important that the world knows this period existed in young people’s lives around here and worldwide.”

Former member and former state vice-president Peter Scott has been recording and writing the entire history of the organisation for the past three years.

The documented history will be released as a book titled, “Landmark: A history of Junior Farmers and Rural Youth in Queensland” and is expected to be published later this year.

But before it’s finalised, Mr Scott will be travelling to the Tablelands to gather some final and

“vital” information.

“North Queensland was a particularly strong area for the movement, and it is important that I make an effort to capture some of that history,” he said.

The organisation was not limited to Australia however, with other groups located in England, the US, and New Zealand.

“Primarily, their role was to educate farmer’s sons in farming,” Mr Coleman explained.

“I never really thought about why it was there, to us it was a social club. I suppose we didn’t learn a lot from Junior Farmers as far as farming goes.

“We learnt that side of things from the DPI (Department of Primary Industries), and we learnt from other farmers.

“We mainly used it (Junior Farmers) as a social thing. We did farm activities though, like we had competitions to see who could dig a posthole the fastest, plough the straightest, pick corn the fastest, or milk a cow the best, things like that.

“We did a lot of debating, public speaking, competitions about farming, and held dances. You could even win an award to go overseas.

“We had four main clubs. There was a Mareeba club, an Atherton club, a Malanda club, and a Millaa Millaa club, which were all very strong.”

Mr Coleman is inviting anyone who was involved to attend the meetings next week.

“We’re looking to document the establishment of the organisation,” he said.

“We specifically want information from the first State Conference, which we believe was held in Atherton, and where the first club was established.

“We also just want individual memories of people over the years and what they did, where they went, what they learnt, friends they made, all of that.

“So, if you were involved, please come, write down your name and memories on a piece of paper and be a part of the documented history of Junior Farmers on the Tablelands. Also bring along any photos you may have from that time.”

Meetings will be held next week in Yungaburra and Millaa Millaa from 12-13 May. The first meeting will be held next Monday at the Yungaburra Men’s Shed from 10am, while the second meeting will be held in Millaa Millaa at Rumours Diner, also from 10am.

For more information, contact Mr Coleman on 0429 953 586 or Pat Reynolds on 0438 965 440.

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Probe into ‘invasive’ pasture grass MAREEBA Shire Council will investigate whether to include wynn cassia grass as an invasive species under its local by-laws.

In a report of the Pest Advisory Committee meeting, council was urged to review the introduced pasture species and its spread.

The concerns were raised by Alan Pederson of Karma Waters Station who said the grass needed to be controlled.

Although it had been introduced as a pasture grass, it was “unpalatable to livestock and wildlife”.

The report advised that wynn cassia was located on the Mareeba-Dimbulah Road area and was still being planted and/or promoted as a cattle fodder.

The meeting resolved that shire officers would conduct a more in-depth investigation, with the findings to be reported to the council, which would then consider a local declaration of wynn cassia. The declaration would prohibit the sale and cultivation of the grass within the shire.

The issue would also be passed on to other local government bodies and to the

Wynn cassia grass has been located on the Mareeba-Dimbulah Road area.

attention of AgForce, so that landholders and beef growers could be made aware of the types of pasture grasses they were planting, and the possible consequences.

A council officer had also advised the meeting of the emerging pest, itch grass, which was initially found at the Barron River bridge near the Edmund Kennedy rest area on the Kennedy Highway.

More recently, it had been discovered in the Eureka Creek area and the Mareeba township and was spreading. Itch grass is registered as an environmental weed.

The highly invasive Gamba grass

had also been recorded spreading on the roadside on the western edge from Mareeba to the bottom of the Desailly Range. The grass has been registered as a weed of national significance since 2012.

Introduced from Africa, Gamba grass outgrows and reduces native species and presents a major fire risk. Annual spraying is conducted across the shire.

Other weeds being monitored and treated by the council included: •P arthenium weed – monthly inspections conducted on all sites.

Arson charge over house fire

• Amazon frogbit – efforts are ongoing along Chinaman and Atherton Creeks, Mareeba Lakes, and a private dam in Biboohra, with a significant decrease in the number of plants observed. Bimonthly inspections were conducted along the Mitchell River on Two Mile Creek.

• Bellyache bush – a monthly site inspection at a Koah site revealed the presence of seven seedlings in December.

• Emu Creek – weed removal of Bellyache bush, Physic nut and rubber vine continues.

• Bellyache bush – assisted Department of Agriculture and Fisheries researchers in the release of the Bellyache bush leaf miner on the Walsh and Palmer Rivers.

• Chillagoe Township – removal of weeds, specifically Chinese apple, Neem Tree and Rubber vine, from Council properties and roadways.

• Miconia – assessment and eradication in the Kuranda region.

• Electric ants – sentinel site assessments conducted at council transfer stations.

Appeal for the family after blaze AN appeal has been established for a family who lost everything in a house fire at Mt Molloy.

The blaze, which took place around 5pm on 23 April, destroyed the family’s home and everything they owned, including items that were purchased for their baby’s imminent arrival.

Mareeba Lions Club has launched an appeal to help the family, with locals encouraged to make cash donations as well as household items.

Club spokesperson Norma Moloney said the family needed all the help they could get.

“While we are grateful they are physically safe, they now face the overwhelming task of rebuilding their lives from nothing at a time when they should be preparing to welcome their newborn,” she said.

“We are calling on the generosity of our community

DETECTIVES have charged a 35-year-old Miallo man with arson following a suspicious fire in Mount Molloy on 23 April.

Emergency services were called to a Main Street address at approximately 5.10pm, following reports the house was fully engulfed.

All occupants were evacuated and no one was physically injured from the incident. It will be alleged the man set fire to the property.

On 24 April, Mossman detectives located the man on a Miallo property where he was arrested and transported to Mareeba police station. The man was charged with one count of arson and is due to attend the Mareeba Magistrates Court on 12 May.

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“Any donation, no matter how small, will go towards helping them to secure essentials, such as temporary accommodation, clothing, baby supplies and other urgent needs.

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New Herberton park put on hold WORK on a new park at the old battery site in Herberton has been delayed by Tablelands Regional Council because of additional work required to meet environmental requirements.

“It’s really disappointing this project has slowed but I’m looking forward to seeing the results of the investigation into what extra work is required,” Cr Annette Haydon said.

“The old battery on this site processed minerals and ore from surrounding mines for almost 100 years. When it closed, the buildings and other structures were demolished and the contaminated materials removed.

“The then Herberton Shire Council rehabilitated the site in the mid-2000s however a decision notice, approving the rehabilitation work, was never issued because of outstanding land tenure issues.

“The tenure issue was resolved in 2014, but the decision notice process was never resumed.”

Cr Haydon said the council would now conduct a gap analysis to determine the extent of additional work that will be needed to meet the requirements of the Environmental Protection Act 1994.

“Once the analysis is complete, we’ll understand the full extent of additional work and the associated budget, and then be in a position to make decisions on the next stages of the project,” she said.

“Unfortunately, we’ll have to put design and construction on hold until this is all done.

“We’ve been working with the Herberton community for years on this project and everyone is looking forward to seeing it progress,” she added.

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“Through this strategy and action plan, council has delivered real improvements to the spaces our community values most,” Mayor Angela Toppin said at the April meeting.

“These projects represent a record level of investment, delivered through grants and with no additional cost to ratepayers.

“We are proud of the progress we have made, and we look forward to continuing this important work.”

Adopted in February 2022, the action plan and the longer-term Parks and Open Spaces Strategy 2022–2031, were designed and developed through a community engagement and internal consultation process to provide a vision to support active lifestyles, drive economic development, and

improve the overall visual character of the shire.

Over the past three years, the action plan focused on high-impact priority projects that have been completed or are well underway. Highlights include: • A new splash park at the Mareeba Aquatic Centre • Upgrades to playgrounds and active recreation facilities across the shire • Enhancements to the popular Mareeba Rail Trail • Revitalisation of the Bicentennial Lakes precinct, and • Streetscape improvements, park upgrades, and new walking pathways across the shire.

“Moving forward, any outstanding projects will continue to be tracked and reported via the monthly Capital Works Program report,” Mayor Toppin said.

These projects included an improved playground at Geraghty Park in Julatten, upgrades to the northern section of Bicentennial Lakes in Mareeba and ongoing works in Coondoo Street in Kuranda.

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Tablelands local takes on solo challenge

WITH the Great Wheelbarrow Race just around the corner, Atherton local Finley Green is gearing up to take on the massive challenge of running solo.

“I’m pretty keen to be honest. I’m keen to see how I go and just take on the challenge,” he said.

“I did it as a duo last year, so I thought I might as well try it solo this year.”

Green has competed in the Wheelbarrow Race as part of a team and as a duo, but this year will be his first time competing as a solo.

The young man is raising money for Blue Care and has already surpassed his fundraising goal of $500.

“I chose to raise money for Blue Care because it’s pretty personal to me,” he said.

“I have a few family members who get looked after by them and I thought it’d be good to try and raise a bit of money for them.

“So far, I’ve raised about $750.”

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Great race kicks off this weekend

Finley Green will be running solo in this year’s Wheelbarrow Race.

JUST under 50 registrations were made for the Great Wheelbarrow Race this year, with approximately 500 runners set to compete.

In total, there were 49 registrations made, including 37 teams, one trio, seven duos, and four solos.

Of the 37 teams, there is one corporate, four ladies, three mixed, one over 55s, four school, and 24 social teams.

The Mareeba downtown parade is set to kick off at 9.30am this Friday. The runners will then make the long trek to Chillagoe with the race estimated to finish at about 12pm on Sunday.

“We are very excited to be bringing back the Great Wheelbarrow Race for its 22nd year,” Wheelbarrow Race chair Ross Cardillo said.

“This is a fantastic event that brings hundreds

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AT 83, Brian White isn’t just living with Parkinson’s Disease – he’s challenging it head on – by leading his team in the Great Wheelbarrow Race.

In 2009, a devastating cycling accident left Brian with 17 fractures and a rare skull-base injury that completely separated his midface from his skull.

Despite multiple surgeries and a later Parkinson’s diagnosis in 2015, Brian refused to let his conditions define him.

Now, he’s taking on this month’s Great Wheelbarrow Race in the “Downunder Movers and Shakers” team to raise funds for the Neurology Department at Cairns Hospital.

The target is to raise $38,000 to

buy an EEG (Electroencephalogram) machine. An EEG can record electrical activity of the brain by placing electrodes on the scalp that detect brain wave patterns.

“The Hospital Foundation is giving me a purpose,” Brian said on the team’s social media page.

“I’m thrilled to be able to make a difference and help others.”

The iconic Great Wheelbarrow race is a popular vehicle for supporting a cause. Brian and the team want to raise awareness for Parkinson’s Disease, improve neurological care in FNQ, and prove that age and health challenges do not limit an ability to make a difference.

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of runners to our towns, and each year we are incredibly grateful for the support of our communities.

“I would like to urge all road users to take extra care during the race weekend between Mareeba and Chillagoe, as there will be many teams on the road.

“Please be patient, only overtake when it is safe to do so, and keep in mind that there will be runners on the left side of the road.

“Bus drivers will be monitoring traffic and will pull over if necessary. Traffic control and road closures will be in place throughout the weekend.”

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Andy’s journey through time

By ANDREE STEPHENS HE has witnessed so many changes in a long life - world war, television, passenger planes, the rise and fall of the tobacco growing industry, computers, the internet and mobile phones. To younger generations it would be like time travel.

But when asked what the most impactful moments of his 100 years have been, Andrea Inveradi recalls two things: his papa waving and smiling just before he was accidentally killed, and the moment he saw his wife and first-born arrive on Australian soil.

The bittersweet memories were life-changing, yet Andy, as he is known, smiles when he describes with clarity, both incidents.

He is sitting on a chair outside the room that he shares with his wife Adelaide at Carinya Home in Atherton. He is fit, lean, and sharp. His exercise bike, used for two hours each day, sits on the porch overlooking a fenced-off, but lush, grounds.

Just a couple of days earlier he and his family and friends celebrated his centenary, with cakes, balloons, and letters from His Majesty the King, the Prime Minister, the Governor General of Australia, and of Queensland, the Premier and many local, federal and state politicians.

He moved to Carinya a few weeks after his wife, about 18 months ago.

Adelaide, who suffers from dementia, was assessed as too vulnerable to remain at their farm near Dimbulah.

“I stayed at home for a little while, I didn’t want to be here,” he sighs and smiles, looking over at the bed where Adelaide is resting.

“But it was just me, the rock wallabies and the dog. I needed to be with her. I had no one to talk to.”

It isn’t often you meet a person who has migrated twice to Australia, but then again, it isn’t often you meet a person who’s long life is so intertwined with key moments in modern Australian history.

Born on 29 April, 1925, in Rovato, Brescia, in Lombardy, Northern Italy, he spent his first two years with his baby brother, Rocco, before his father took up an opportunity to go to Australia in 1927. He was to work at a cousin’s cane farm near Ingham and build a new life for his family, as the Depression took hold around the world.

Three years later, the family arrived by boat to reunite with Andy’s father. His dad had bought an old tin hut behind the Ingham hospital, which had belonged to a Chinese gardener who had passed on. Accommodation at the cane farm was for workers only.

It was in poor condition following a great flood of the time, but Andy’s dad rebuilt and added another room. It was basic living, with no power, one bed and no water. The brothers slept on the floor, their number growing to four - Andy, Rocco, Angelo, Frankie and baby sister Angelina sleeping with Mum and Dad. They relied on the creek next to which they lived for water.

“We grew a little bit of corn and vegies, and then we would sell it to people. A penny here, half penny there, we got by with the little money we could save,” Andy says.

“Aborigines were living on the other side of the creek, we had no problem,” Andy shrugged. “They’d come over and ask for a bit of sugar, come up and get a bit of tea and stuff.”

Andy went to school with the nuns, but wasn’t learning well.

“The nuns used to come out every Sunday and visit and they’d say ‘where’s Andy?’, (I used to play the wag). They’d say ‘sometimes he’s a good boy, sometimes he’s a cheeky

(Above left): Andy celebrating his 100th brithday. (Remaining photos coutesy of FB Page Mareeba History. Above right): Adelaide and Andy. (Below from left): A young Andy in the Italian Navy, cutting cane in Euramo and Adelaide with their son Emelio.

boy’,” Andy chuckles.

His father moved him to the state school to see if he would improve.

That didn’t last long. Andy came home crying one afternoon after his teacher had called him a “Dago”.

Furious, his beloved father took him back to the nun’s school.

Then Andy’s life changed forever.

“My dad said to my mum one day, ‘tell Andrea not to stop and play marbles at school, tell him to come home straight away, go to the paddock and catch the horse, put him on to the horse cart and we go towards Halifax.

Tell him I have bought him a spring bed!”

At 5pm, Andy had the cart ready and the two of them took off to Halifax, climbing up and out from their Creekside home.

“At the top of the hill Dad stopped and waved back to Mum and the rest of the family. He’d never done that before,” Andy says, a half smile, his bright eyes earnest.

“Four times a week we’d go around and sell vegies, he never stopped and waved. He’d never done it before.”

As they continued they neared the railway line and a sugar cane truck was headed to Victoria Mill for the crush.

“Dad was still standing up, and I was kneeling in front of him. The truck tooted its horn, you had to do that before you crossed the line. It frightened the horse, which did a sharp curve and Dad fell. I ended up a couple of hundred yards away on the ground, when the horse stopped

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because a wheel got caught in a fence post.

“I wasn’t hurt, and I ran back and a few good guys who were there got in touch with the ambos. In those days we didn’t have a phone. I didn’t wait for the ambulance, I ran home.”

“When I got there, mum said ‘the sergeant came to see me. I didn’t understand what he said, but he had tears in his eyes.’”

Andy told his mum what happened and the following morning a nurse called in to say they had better come up to the hospital.

“I ran. He was still alive, but unconscious. I was with him. Before Mum and the family got there he passed away,” he says.

“Mum could never, never get over it. Didn’t matter how many times the nuns came down to visit, she never got over it.

“We had no money, the Australian people didn’t like us very much because Mussolini went against England. I was being called Dago at school.

“Mum wanted to go back to Italy.

The family took up an offer by former PM, and then fascist dictator, Benito Mussolini, for Italian migrants to return home for free. It was six months before World War II began.

Back in Italy, Andy’s family was helped by his mother’s uncle, who was a priest. Life was still hard, work was scarce, and Andy, close to 16, decided to join the navy without his mother’s knowledge.

“I always liked the navy,” he says.

“I was in the submarines.”

He recalls the turning point for him in the war.

“We were given six days at home, and we knew very well, you don’t get six days off during a war. When we come back it’s got to be a big mission.”

They were right. They were to intercept British vessels going to Malta near the Red Sea. “When we got there, they were waiting for us. They knew we were coming. We had no choice but to turn back.”

Andy says they all knew the war was ending, and they were on the wrong side. Many simply walked away when they returned to Italy.

The war ended, Andy got reconstruction work in Milan, and after a time noticed a young lady on the train. It was Adelaide. After a few shy conversations, they started dating.

But life was still tough, and “there was a lot of anger in Italy”.

A cousin in Australia had a cane farm near Tully, close to country he had grown up in. By 1949, Andy for the second time in his life, moved to Australia.

“I went to Euramo and cut cane, just like Dad,” he smiles. “I really enjoyed it.”

He had planned for Adelaide to come out when he was settled, but it would take at least two years as his girlfriend. As fate would have it, it was not long after he arrived that his mother wrote to tell him he was to be a father.

“I did the wrong thing in the first

place, but I fixed it up in the second place,” Andy says a little embarrassed.

The couple were married by proxy, 72 years ago; Andy with a priest beside him in Tully, while Adelaide was with a priest in Italy.

Then the happiest moment of his life happened.

“When I saw Adelaide with my son Emelio. It was nothing special,” he shrugs. “But to me, we were married, and I saw my baby for the first time.”

By the time his family was growing, Emelio joined by brother Victor and sister Laura, and his mother and siblings all settling in and around the region, Andy took on new challenges.

He trained and bought the bakery in Euramo from a friend who had provided the family with free bread.

A few years later he bought the Gordonvale bakery. It was a gamble.

The bakery had been shut for years, as the previous owner had not been able to “turn a good loaf”.

When Andy did a bit of investigating he found the oven firebox was in the wrong place and heat was distributing badly. He got a mate from the mill to fix it and his first loaf was just right.

After several years Andy had itchy feet and thought about buying a cane farm in Aloomba. But the bank manager had told him he was better off heading to the Tablelands where tobacco growing was the big earner.

The family moved to a farm near Dimbulah, which produced a low standard of tobacco, as the soil was poor. But undeterred Andy bought a second farm near sandy creek which proved much more successful.

“I knew nothing about tobacco, but, steady, steady it became a good life.”

The family thrived and in the town Andy became a well-known producer, and community member.

“Then they got sick of us growing tobacco, and we had to stop. And they gave us $4 a kilo! Whatever quality you had. Which you’d be flat out buying a house in town it wasn’t much,” he says with a hint of bitterness.

Andy stayed farming, introducing navy beans, which he shut down after several years as there were “too many navy beans”.

He then began tea tree oil production, he adds laughing with self-deprecation. After expensive fitting out, machinery distilling, and so forth, tea trees also took a dive.

“I said Andrea, it’s time to give it up. I didn’t know what to damn plant.

Tobacco was the best.”

He sold both farms and bought another farm, this time to relax and retire. He bought a push bike and spent days riding. He’d go to church every Sunday (which he still does), go bowling, and just enjoyed living easy.

They still have the farm, and his daughter who works in mining, will visit and take him there when she can.

He feels a little frustrated at the inactivity of living in a care wing of Carinya, surrounded by people who need assistance. But it’s what it is.

It’s a nice place he says, for people who need looking after.

Staff help when they can by accompanying him on outside walks, or by taking him to the gym - which he loves - but he misses bike riding.

He has visitors, and of course the odd incredible birthday parties. His sister Angelina even made it to his 100th. His brothers have all passed now.

And he has his beloved Adelaide.

“Oh yes, we argue every day, we get divorced every day,” he grins.

Something he wouldn’t miss for the world.

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Chronic health help closer to home

NQPHN chief executive officer Ben Tooth.

RESIDENTS with chronic conditions living in Croydon, Georgetown, and Mt Garnet will soon have support closer to home, thanks to a new teambased healthcare program.

Under the Multidisciplinary Allied Health Teams program, funded by Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN), allied health workers from Cairns will work with local GPs and other local primary care providers in the communities.

Following a tender process, NQPHN has announced that Active Performance, in Cairns, will establish the services.

Face-to-face and telehealth services are due to begin on 1

July, with codesign consultation beginning in the coming weeks.

NQPHN chief executive officer Ben Tooth said rural and remote areas of North Queensland experienced higher rates of chronic conditions and potentially preventable hospitalisations, compared to the rest of the state.

“We know GPs, allied health workers, and community members in these areas need more support,” he said.

“This program brings in allied health specialists to work alongside local teams and GPs, so people with chronic conditions can access timely care without having to leave

their community.

“It will make a real difference to help them manage their conditions and stay out of hospital.

“We’re proud to partner with Active Performance and a team that shares our commitment to improving care for people in regional, rural, and remote areas.”

Director and Physiotherapist Nick Kenny, from Active Performance in Cairns, said every person, regardless of gender, age, cultural background or postcode, deserved access to high-quality allied health services.

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Ceremonies to honour victims CEREMONIES will be held across the region this Wednesday to honour the lives lost and support the families affected by Domestic and Family Violence (DFV).

The Cairns Regional Domestic Violence Service (CRDVS) invites the community to participate in the ceremonies that will include a candle lighting ceremony at 6pm, which will be held simultaneously across the state to draw attention to the issue.

Community members can show their support by attending the ceremonies at either Atherton’s Anzac Park or Mareeba’s 100 Park.

Both ceremonies will commence at 5.40pm and conclude at 6.10pm. Attendees are invited to stay for light refreshments following the event.

Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month in May is a Statewide campaign aimed at raising awareness of domestic and family violence across the community.

On why it is so important for the communities to support Remembrance Day, Ms Sandra Keogh, CEO of CRDVS said, “Participating in ceremonies

is particularly important to the friends, families and communities impacted when someone loses their life at the hands of someone they loved.

“It is a reminder that no community is immune and keeps these deaths visible when so often they have been a brief and often sensationalised headline.

“Coming together in this way is also a show of support for victims of domestic and family violence as so many survivors and victims’ families are forced to carry this burden silently.”

According to recent statistics, there have been 55 known domestic and family violence-related deaths in Australia between 1 May 2024 and 30 April 2025, including 49 women and girls, as well as six boys and men.

Of these deaths, Queensland recorded the highest number of DFV related fatalities, with a total of 21 deaths, followed by New South Wales with 18 deaths.

All other states and territories across Australia had eight or fewer deaths.

conditions in rural areas, like Croydon, Georgetown, and Mt Garnet, are left with no option but to leave their homes and move to the cities,” he said.

“This program will ensure that community-based allied health services are accessible, and individuals and their families will be supported to manage their health conditions while choosing to remain in their community.

“It’s the first time that regular face-to-face allied health services, such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, dietetics, and psychology will be provided to these communities based on need.”

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Ida Portella’s Comedy Tours are well known for their crazy humour and this event will no doubt have patrons laughing.

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Country music to fill rotunda

COUNTRY music will echo through Bruce Jones Park at Yungaburra this Sunday.

The Yungaburra Community Rotunda will feature the Walkamin Country Music Club at its monthly free Sunday in the Park concert.

The Walkamin Country Music Club is known for its regular open mic events, supported by a dedicated club backing band, and for showcasing talented performers. Over the past three years, the club has also been a highlight of the “Savannah in the Round” festival.

This Sunday’s performance lineup includes an impressive array of local artists: Brendan Wright, The Blue Jays (John and Beryl), High Country (Carmel and Bonnie), Peter Cobbe and Dave Wilson, Kevin Robinson, Greg Sutton and the Farm Boyse, Darryl Chaplain, as well as Walkamin CMC Band members Peter

Jones, Gerry Meir, and Kevin Lee. The free concert goes from 3pm-5pm.

This is a family-friendly free event, but attendees can donate directly to the band.

Refreshments are available from nearby shops. Parking is available via Short Street.

In case of rain, the alternative venue will be the Yungaburra Community Hall.

Next month, the rotunda will host a concert on Sunday 8 June featuring the beloved local band, Bold as Brass Two. Comprising talented locals, the band features John Godfrey on keys and brass, Des Godfrey on bass, Ian Poggioli on drums and vocals, Joe Paronella on guitar and vocals, Werner Braun on trumpet and keys, and Chris Bourke as a vocalist.

Guided by Werner’s musical direction, Bold as Brass Two brings joy and energy to their rehearsals, despite the challenges of busy lives. Put the concert date in your diary.

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ON LAND the

Wildlife-friendly farm fencing a win win WILDLIFE-friendly fencing can reduce the risk of trapping and killing endangered species and still be effective for farmers and landholders, according to Terrain NRM. In a series of recommendations, Terrain said removing barbed wire from the top strand of fences and replacing it with barbless double-strand twisted wire would reduce wildlife deaths from entanglement injury, and also remove barriers for their safe passage to important habitat and resources.

Howe Farming in the Mareeba region is one of a number of landholders making the change to protect important native species.

“We fenced for biosecurity purposes and didn’t use barbed wire on the top strand,’’ James Howe said.

“There’s nothing worse than seeing an owl hung up and broken-winged on barbed wire. It’s also for bats. Nothing deserves to die like that.

“We’ve got 10km of fencing to do now, to replace a 20-year-old fence that has seen a few battles, and we’ll be replacing the top barbed wire with a straight wire there too.”

Terrain NRM’s Tony

O’Malley says the top wire of fences can cause 86 per cent of entrapments. At-risk wildlife in Far North Queensland include masked owls, spectacled flying foxes, mahogany gliders, yellow-bellied gliders and greater gliders, all of which are endangered species.

“There are fencing options that can minimise risks to wildlife while still being effective for farming – and landholders are adopting these new solutions,” he said.

“We have a new factsheet with a range of options – whether you’re putting in new fences or maintaining existing fences.”

Some of the tips include: • Making the fence top strand more visible or covering it in key areas: Place poly pipe (preferably white) over sections of the secured wire with cable ties to prevent cattle stripping and eating it.

Painting the top strands white or add materials that move in the wind to make it more visible.

• Five strand wire is the worst for wildlife.

Four-strand wire is better. Mesh fencing prevents wildlife from moving through. If you need mesh, consider creating a passage for

James Howe, from Howe Farming in the Mareeba region, says a plain wire as the top strand of farm fences is the business’s preferred option now.

wildlife by fencing only part of the block.

• Cassowaries often try to step through the middle of a fence or sometimes under it. Fences with four or less strands, ideally all barbless, are best.

• If your fence is near a wetland, a plain bottom strand can help avoid rail (a type of waterbird) injuries.

Fences set back from wetlands enable cranes to take off and land.

Terrain NRM’s work in this area is part of its Forest Resilience project, funded by the Australian Government’s Saving Native Species program. More information is available at www.terrain.org. au/wildlife-friendly-fencing

In keeping with wildlife protection, the state government last week opened Round 8 of the Flying-Fox Roost Management – Local Government Grant Program.

Originally a four-year, $2 million initiative scheduled to end in 2024, the program has been extended for three more years, with an additional $1.5

million funding boost.

“Flying-foxes play a crucial role in ecosystems by pollinating native plants and dispersing seeds over vast distances, helping forests regenerate and maintain biodiversity and supporting the health of entire habitats, including those that many other species rely on,” Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation Acting Deputy Director-General Andrew Buckley said.

“But we know that for communities living near flying-fox roosts, they can have impacts.

“This grant program recognises this and helps local governments manage flying-fox roosts with a focus on long-term planning, roost modification, habitat rehabilitation, and innovative community engagement.

“Since its launch, 29 councils have delivered 76 successful projects, ranging from tree trimming and roost maintenance to covered walkways, education programs and community grants.”

Applications for funding close on 28 May 2025, with further details available at www.qld.gov.au

First agriculture forum THE first quarterly agricultural industry forum will be hosted

by Tablelands Regional Council next week.

The forums are aimed at providing regular face-to-face opportunities to talk about some of council’s initiatives and to hear from stakeholders.

The first Agricultural Forum will be held from 10am-2pm on 12 May at the Mount Garnet Town Hall.

“Normally these forums would only go for an hour but we will have Andrew Cripps, the State Recovery Coordinator for North and Far North Tropical Low, at this event as part of his second round of engagement,” TRC chief executive officer

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Dr Nikola Stepanov said.

“Our staff from roads, land protection and emergency management will be at the forum as well as representatives from Department of Primary Industries, Cape York NRM, Farmer to Lifeline Farmer, Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority and Rural Financial Counselling Service.

“We are excited to be standing up this forum and hope to see interested stakeholders there.”

Dr Stepanov said twiceyearly forums on tourism, business and development would also commence in the coming months.

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church notice PRESBYTERIANS meet in Mareeba for worship each Sunday 2pm, QCWA Hall, Wilkes Street (behind Meals on Wheels) ALL WELCOME!

Funeral notice BANDIERA, Beverley Dawn Late of Innisfail. Passed away peacefully on the 22nd April, 2025 at Innisfail Hospital. Aged 82.

Dearly loved by Husband Bruno. Devoted Mother and Mother-in-Law to Craig and Elizabeth, Patricia and Cameron, Michael and Megan, Dean and Lisa. Cherished Grandma to Nicole, Annabelle, Emily, Laura, Lachlan, Tayla, Matthew, Nathan and Jaccob.

Adored Great-Grandma to Elise.

Funeral Service to Farewell and Celebrate Beverley’s Life will be held on Tuesday the 6th of May 2025 at 10:30am at Black’s Chapel, 18 Scullen Avenue, Innisfail.

Family and Friends are invited to attend Beverley’s Burial Service and will be held on Wednesday the 7th of May at 11.00am at the New Atherton Lawn Cemetery, Nasser Road Atherton.

07/10/1938 ~ 13/05/2023

PHONE: 0477 774 064 jonnydams18@ gmail.com

It’s been two long years since you’ve been gone, And in the silence, we feel so alone.

Yet, as our family gathers near, We find solace and wipe a tear.

Though the ache of loss still lingers, Love binds us tight, with gentle fingers.

Through shared memories, we heal and grow, In your warmth and light, we find our glow.

Forever in our hearts, Norm and your loving family.

DAVEY JONES 07.04.1936 - 12.05.2019

Our special memories of you, Will always bring a smile.

If only we could have you back, For just a little while.

Then we could sit and talk again, Just like we used to do.

You always meant so much to us, And you always will.

death notice

DAVID DAD POP

Brkic, Renata

ITALO CARUSI

Only God knows how much we miss you and love you.

But the beautiful memories will always live on in our hearts.

In Loving Memory Of

ANGELA AVOLIO

21-10-1973 ~ 12-05-2024 It has been a year since you left us, but it feels like just yesterday we held you close.

Loved and missed every single day by Mamma and Papa, Patty, Laura, Marcello and their families and your darling children, Christian, Daniel and Stephen.

We carry you with us in all we do, speaking your name, sharing your love, honoring your beautiful soul.

FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS.

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Antonio Fregona

9 December 1935 – 8 May 2023 We think about you always, we talk about you often.

You have not been forgotten, and you never will.

We hold you close within our hearts, and there you will remain.

To walk and guide us through our lives, until we meet again.

Lovingly remembered by your loving Wife and Family.

In loving memory of those who are forever in our hearts

From your loving wife Tina, children Robert, Lorens, Dennis, Daniela and their families.

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PICKO Fencing and some cattle work.

Phone 0493 415 338

Primary Literacy and Numeracy.

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Phone Robyn: 0488 270 348

Funeral celebrant FUNERAL CELEBRANT

Debbie Boardman

PHONE: 0410 328 357

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Price: $50,000 + GST Cat 963C Track Loader With ROPS Air Cab.

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17/04/1941 ~ 04/05/2023 In memory of a loving Husband, Father, Father-in-Law and Nonno.

Soft Wash, House, Roof, Driveways, Gutters.

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In treasured memory of a devoted wife, a caring mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who nurtured and loved across generations.

BLACK’S FUNERALS

28-3-1946 ~ 12-4-2025 Aged 79 years.

Daughter to Marko (Dec.) and Anna (Dec.). Sister to Matt (“Bully”), Peter and Charlie (“Chook”), and their Families.

In keeping with Renata’s wishes, a private cremation will be held at Maroochydore.

Gone to meet her great love! ELVIS “The King”.

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FINANCE OFFICER? We need a Finance Officer in order to grow our business. Do you want a challenging job where you will love coming to work with a fantastic team? Do you want a great place to work where you have plenty of scope to learn, have fun, and work on interesting projects?

Then this FO role could be perfect for you... if you’ve got what it takes! Smart elec are on the hunt for an exceptional Finance Officer.

We’re the Atherton Tablelands #1 electrical company, recently taking out the honours for Employer of Choice at the TRC Business Excellence Awards.

Here’s why working with us will be the best career move you ever make: • Flexible work hours • Negotiated pay rates • A paid day off for your birthday • Bowling, barbeques and lots of fun social events you’ll need a sense of humour!

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POSITION TITLE

Lloyd Charles Bradshaw © of Mareeba, Queensland, is not a voluntary transactor in commerce, and is the irrefutable Holder in Due Course of my properties and all associated copyright protected Trade Names since unrebutted lawful Reconveyance to the Land and Soil jurisdiction of Terra Australis also known as the Commonwealth of AustraINVITATION FOR TENDERS POSITION VACANT lia Public Recorder Number RPP44 63900 ADMIN & FINANCE OFFICER COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER ESC2024-024 Date ENGINEER 05100 36264 02607, Proclamation Part Time (45GRADUATE hours per fortnight) The RCC Community Support Program provides general information, FENCING support, advice 3 July, 2024.

REPLACEMENT OF SECURITY AT Etheridge Shire Council is seeking applications from highly motivated, enthusiastic and team oriand referral as wellthe as personal andMT individual advocacy to groups and individuals in the Location: Mareeba Thus severing usufruct subjugation ties with SURPRISE AND EINASLEIGH AIRSTRIP entated person with a commitment to providing excellence in the management of projects & asRavenshoe and surrounding areas. The Centre operates Monday to Friday from 8.30am of Australia in position will playof an essential role the Engineering occupying Etheridge Shire Council invites tenders from suitably sets toThis achieve a high standard service delivery within Department ofcorporate Council. government – 3pm. its entirety. Immediately cease and desist any in providing administrative and financial qualified tenderers for replacement of security fencings Role of the Graduate Engineer: We are seeking aprosuitably qualifiedinand experienced person to fill the further infringement upon these copyright Mount Surprise and Einasleigh Airposition Strips. of Commuproject managers and officers.

• assistance To participate to in and support Council’s Engineering Department with atected technical focus on nity Support Worker financial instruments and cease and de-within this organisation.

It is a requirement of this project that any persons con© For more information to apply, providing the ongoing improvementand of Council’s infrastructure and compliance with relevant Lloyd Charles sist misaddressing Bradshaw The position requires a person with effective communication skills work in dealing with clients tracted to undertake the building be accredited unstandards, legislation and best practice. go to: gulfsavannahnrm.org/ in fraudulent debased Dog-Latin, GLOSSA. who may have personal, social or der financial difficulties, as a Accreditation high degree ofScheme, judgethe Work Health as andwell Safety • To ensure infrastructure development requests from the community are responded to in a employment ment (ability to assess situationsestablished and draw conclusions), initiative, confidentiality and by the Building and Construction Industry timely and accurate manner, coordinating excellent communication between Engineering sensitivity to community and individual clients.

(Improving Productivity) Act 2016, at the time of entering Applications close: Department and all internal and external stakeholders.

Other responsibilities of this position will involve: into the contract for the building work and maintains ac9am, Monday 26 August, 2024.

• To support the provision of accurate technical input and advice to the organisation creditation while the building work is being carried out.

• Acting as liaison between clients and other agencies; also accept Expressions Interest andWe adherence with relevant standards inofthe form of scoping, planning, and design • Allocating emergency relief funding; Tender documentation (including map) may be obtained for futureprojects. positions via our website. of infrastructure • Supervising and supporting volunteers; from Council website.

• To ensure timely and accurate processing of external works permits • Assisting clients with Centrelink equipment; Tenders must be emailed to: and planning permit applications.

• Performing general office tasks; tender@etheridge.qld.gov.au RENTAL PROPERTIES WANTED Etheridge Shire Council is located within the heart of the Gulf Savannah Region with its eastern • Attending staff meetings and staff development activities as required By 3.00pm on 30th August, 2024 Mareeba Community Company boundary being only 250km’s from Cairns. The main township within the Etheridge Shire HousingThe positionisisseeking permanent part time on Wednesday’s, 1 day per week @ 6hrs per day (12 2- and 3-bedroom in Mareeba for Council the inright to invite alland tenderers is Georgetown which is approximately 400km’s from Cairns and 400km’s from the Gulf ofrental properties hours per pay fortnight), with capacity for reserves more hours, the Community Individualto the Community Rent Scheme Program. tenders to Industry take account of aLevel change Carpentaria.

Support Program) team. Pay scalechange as pertheir the SCHCADS Awards 3.1.in the must be in good condition to meet tender specification.

The shire has three other township’s being, Mt Surprise, Einasleigh, Forsayth.Properties Mining, Tourism, Essential Qualifications and Experience: minimum housing standards.

All queries with reference to the Tender must be Beef Cattle and Agriculture are the predominant industries which are the driving factor behind RECEPTIONIST • Certifirents, cate 3nilor equivalent in Community Services Work or willingness to obtain same The benefits include guaranteed emailed to Tender@etheridge.qld.gov.au. the shire’s economy.

• Current First and Aid or ability to obtain management fees, qualified tradespersons, Mareeba Community Housing Company is are totoinclude a covering letter, resume professional property management team. seeking partApplications time Receptionist work Monday to Applicants should describe how their qualifications, experiences and abilities Thursday, 30 hours per week, inApplications our Mareeba office. and at least 2 references. can be posted, delivered to the 6899 for further would enable them to fulfil their duties and specific responsibilities.

Phone 4092 details Work hours are 8.45am to 4.00pm. equalifications and nominate 2 referees Administration Office, or emailed to: and Lessor’s packages.

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The company Applicants who do not address the above criteria will not be contacted further.

PO Box 12, GEORGETOWN competitive remuneration packages and benefits to QLD 4871 Mareeba Bowls Club our employees including salary packaging.

Email: info@etheridge.qld.gov.au Closing Date: COB, Friday 23rd May, 2025.

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POSITION SUMMARY The Ranger position is responsible for undertaking land conservation activities in accordance with the scope of the National Indigenous Australia Agency (NIAA) Indigenous Ranger Program. This role assists the Ranger Field Supervisor to manage and implement the land management practices and processes and create effective control measures and standards. The purpose of this role is to deliver the scope of the NIAA program at high-quality standards within the identified works sites that requires restoration and rehabilitation in Ngadjon-jii traditional areas.

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9 August 2024 Mareeba Shire Council wishes to advise residents of a planned one lane closure at the Byrnes Street and Lloyd Street intersection in ublic Mareeba to install a new water main.

Traffic control will be in place on the northern end of Byrnes St for two (2) nights on 19 August to 20 August 2024.

We QCWA would likeAERIAL to thank OUTPOST residents for their patience. For more information, CENT SALE please contact Council on26th 1300 461.

Saturday April308 2025, saw the annual cent sale for the Aerial Outpost Branch of QCWA held at the Leagues Club Mareeba.

The cent sale raffle results are as follows, first prize George Greenwood, second prize Cathy Barlow, third prize Edna Whitney, congratulations to all.

The branch has been well supported by the local community of Mareeba and wish to thank the following, Clealls Butchery, Price Right, Price Line, Coles, Big W (Atherton), Super Radio Mareeba A J Morning Radio, Angela Toppin Local Mayor VIETNAM VETERAN’S DAY Mareeba for her assistance and support along with Lenore Wyatt ATHERTON Deputy Mayor for being our caller, along with local Councilor Mary Graham for her Atherton Sub Branch holding continuing RSL support.

Thanks alsowill go tobeMembers a from service at the Memorial Main Street, the Far Northern DivisionPark, of QCWA, and the Atherton commencing 11.00am, Atherton Tableland Division.

Sunday 18 August to commemorate A very big thank you to volunteers from 65 Roses for their Vietnam assistanceVeteran’s on the day, Day. June Davies Guests the forMembers, her assistance along and with all thePublic Branch are invited to attend andtolay a wreath. members who worked tirelessly make the day a Following the service, all are welcome to success.

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MINING MINING LEASE LEASE NOTICE NOTICE AND AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORITY AUTHORITY Mineral Resources Act 1989 Mineral Resources Act 1989 –– Section Section 252 252 Environmental Protection Protection Act Act 1994 1994 –– Section Section 152 152 Environmental Proposed Alluvial Gold Mining Project – Mining Lease Proposed Alluvial Gold Mining Project – Mining Lease Application Application Numbers Numbers 100412 100412 for for aa term term of of 10 10 years years and and 100413 100413 and100414 and100414 for for aa term term of of 16 16 years years ItIt isis advised that an application has been made for a mining lease and environmental authority under advised that an application has been made for a mining lease and environmental authority under the the provisions provisions of of the above mentioned Acts, for the mining/purpose of Gold, Living quarters/camp, Processing plant (all permits), the above mentioned Acts, for the mining/purpose Gold, Living quarters/camp, Processing plant (all permits), Workshop/ machinery/storage (ML 100413 &of100414), Tailings/settling dam and Workshop/ machinery/ Workshop/ machinery/storage (ML 100413 & 100414), Tailings/settling dam and Workshop/ machinery/ storage (ML 100413) on the following land parcels within the Mareeba Shire Council: Lot 5112 on HG843453 storage (ML 100413) the following land parcels the Mareeba Council: 5112 on HG843453 Kondoparinga Stationon(Permit and Access), Roadwithin Reserve (ML 20412Shire & 100414) andLotHodkinson River (ML Kondoparinga Station (Permit and Access), Road Reserve (ML 20412 & 100414) and Hodkinson River (ML 100412).

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The applications are located at approximately 59 – 66 kilometres north west of Mareeba.

The applications are located at approximately 59 – 66 kilometres north west of Mareeba.

The applicant is: Fairfield Copper-Gold Pty Ltd 100% The is: Fairfieldlodged: Copper-Gold Pty-Ltd Dateapplicant & time applications ML 100412 18 100% November 2024, 12:51pm Date & time applications lodged: ML 100412 12:51pm 100413 - 18 November 2024, 2:36pm ML 100413 100414 - 18 November 2024, 2:36pm 3:23 pm 100414 - 18 November 2024, 3:23 pm Mining activities to be carried outML include: Alluvial Gold Mining Mining to be carriedDocuments out include: Alluvial Gold Mining Miningactivities Lease Application Mining Lease Application Documents The application documents consist of the Application for Mining Lease, copies of or extracts from the application documents, and the endorsedconsist Mining ofLease detailing location and copies description the land from appliedtheforapplication (including The application documents the Notice Application for the Mining Lease, of orofextracts surface areaand andthe access), mayMining be downloaded from the Department’s https://www.business.qld.gov.au/ documents, endorsed Lease Notice detailing the location website: and description of the land applied for (including industries/mining-energy-water/resources/public-notices-tenders or may be inspected at the Department of surface area and access), may be downloaded from the Department’s website: https://www.business.qld.gov.au/ Resources office - Verde Tower, Level 9, 445 Flinders Street, TownsvilleorQldmay 4810 may be obtained by contacting industries/mining-energy-water/resources/public-notices-tenders be orinspected at the Department of the local mines assessment hub on (07) 4447 9230 or MineralHub@resources.qld.gov.au.

Resources office - Verde Tower, Level 9, 445 Flinders Street, Townsville Qld 4810 or may be obtained by contacting Environmental Authority Documents the local mines assessment hub on (07) 4447 9230 or MineralHub@resources.qld.gov.au.

The application documents the proposal consist of the following: Environmental Authorityfor Documents A-EA-NEW-100776654 application environmental authority for a resource activity.

The application documentsStandard for the proposal consistforof athenew following: A-EA-NEW-100779204 Standard A-EA-NEW-100776654 Standard application application for for aa new new environmental environmental authority authority for for aa resource resource activity. activity.

A-EA-NEW-100778730 A-EA-NEW-100779204 Standard Standard application application for for aa new new environmental environmental authority authority for for aa resource resource activity. activity.

Copies of, or extracts from,Standard the application documents inspected at theauthority Department and Science, A-EA-NEW-100778730 application for amay newbeenvironmental forofaEnvironment resource activity.

Level 3, 5B Sheridan Street, Cairns QLD 4870 or may be obtained by contacting Permit and Licence Management by Copies of, or extracts from, the application documents may be inspected at the Department of Environment and Science, phone on 1300 130 372 or by email on: palm@des.qld.gov.au.

Level Street, Cairns QLD 4870 or may obtained by contacting Permit and Licence Management by Copies3,of5B theSheridan standard conditions and eligibility criteria for abe resource activity can be obtained by accessing the Department phone on 1300 and 130Science 372 or by email on: palm@des.qld.gov.au. of Environment website: www.des.qld.gov.au or by contacting Permit and Licence Management by phone Copies the standard conditions for a resource activity can be obtained by accessing the Department on 1300of130 372 (select option 4)and or eligibility by email criteria on: palm@des.qld.gov.au. of Environment and Science website: www.des.qld.gov.au or by contacting Permit and Licence Management by phone Making A Properly Made Objection / Submission on 130that 372any (select option 4) may or bymake emailanon:objection palm@des.qld.gov.au.

It is1300 advised person/entity to the grant of the mining lease, and/or a submission about the Making A Properly Made Objection / Submission application for the environmental authority.

The objection/submission period, during which objections/submissions be given,that concludes on 6 Junemay 2025 at 4.30pm (AEST).

Itcan is advised any person/entity make an objection to the grant of the mining lease, and/or a submission about the application for theobjection environmental Themust objection/submission period,4.30pm during (AEST) which objections/submissions A properly made and/orauthority. submission be received on or before on the last day of the can be given, concludes on 6 ItJune at 4.30pm objection/submission period. must2025 be lodged with the(AEST). chief executive in writing in the approved form, addressed to the Assessment Hub: and/or submission must be received on or before 4.30pm (AEST) on the last day of the Arelevant properly made objection Mineral Assessmentperiod.

Hub It must be lodged with the chief executive in writing in the approved form, addressed to the objection/submission Level 445 Flinders Street, Townsville QLD 4810 relevant9,Assessment Hub: PO Box 1752, Townsville Mineral Assessment HubQLD 4810 Email: MineralHub@resources.qld.gov.au Level 9, 445 Flinders Street, Townsville QLD 4810 A copy the objection mustQLD also4810 be served upon the applicant/s on or before the last day of the objection period at the PO Boxof1752, Townsville following address: Email: MineralHub@resources.qld.gov.au Copper-Gold Pty also Ltd be served upon the applicant/s on or before the last day of the objection period at the AFairfield copy of the objection must C/Claireaddress: Mackney following P.O. Box 706, Mareeba QLD 4880 Fairfield Copper-Gold Pty Ltd Objection for the mining lease application: C/- Claire Mackney AP.O. properly madeMareeba objectionQLD in respect Box 706, 4880 to the grant of the mining lease is one that: • is lodged,for on the or before 4:30pm on the last objection day for the application with the chief executive in writing Objection mining lease(AEST) application: in the approved form; A properly made objection in respect to the grant of the mining lease is one that: • states the grounds of the objection and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds; •• isis lodged, on ordated before 4:30pm (AEST) on (i.e. the last objection day for application signed and by each person/entity signatory) making thethe objection; andwith the chief executive in writing in the approved form; • states the name and address of each signatory.

• states the grounds of the objection and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds; Intending objectors should obtain the approved objection form (MRA-20) by either contacting the relevant assessment •hubis signed dated by each person/entity signatory) making objection; and on (07)and 4447 9230 or online from the(i.e. department’s website:thehttps://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/ •mining-eergy-water/resources/applications-compliance/forms-fees. states the name and address of each signatory.

Submissions for the Environmental Authority application: Intending objectors should obtain the approved objection form (MRA-20) by either contacting the relevant assessment hub on (07)made 4447submission 9230 or online fromalltheof department’s website: https://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/ A properly must meet the following requirements: mining-eergy-water/resources/applications-compliance/forms-fees.

• be written or made electronically; Submissions forand theaddress Environmental Authority application: • state the name of each submitter; A• properly must meet allstated of theabove; following requirements: be made made to thesubmission administering authority • be written electronically; receivedoronmade or before the last day of the submission period; • state the grounds name andofaddress of each and submitter; the submission the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds.

•Intending be madesubmitters to the administering stated above; may contactauthority the Department of Environment and Science on 1300 130 372 to obtain a submission form or obtain on a copy from the the last departments www.des.qld.gov.au.

• be received or before day of thewebsite: submission period; • state the grounds of the submission and the facts and circumstances relied on in support of the grounds.

Intending submitters may contact the Department of Environment and Science on 1300 130 372 to obtain a submission form or obtain a copy from the departments website: www.des.qld.gov.au.

FIELD FIELD SUPERVISOR SUPERVISOR REPORTS TO TO REPORTS

Choorechillum Choorechillum PBC PBC RNTBC RNTBC Board of Directors Board of Directors DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENT

Land Land Management Management & & Conservation Conservation CLASSIFICATION CLASSIFICATION

005 – Full Time Position 005 – Full Time Position DURATION

DURATION Contract position for 12 months Contract position for 12 months CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS Friday 16th May, 2025

16th May, To 2025 This is anFriday ‘identified position’. perform this This ‘identifiedthat position’.

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It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under of the Anti-Discrimitherefore a section genuine25occupational requirenationunder Act 1991. ment section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination ActPOSITION 1991.

SUMMARY The Field POSITION Supervisor SUMMARY leads the Ngadjon-Jii Rangers as part leads of thethe National IndigThe Fieldteam Supervisor Ngadjon-Jii enous Australians Agency (NIAA) Indigenous Rangers team as part of the National IndigRanger Program (IRP).

This(NIAA) role isIndigenous responsienous Australians Agency ble for managing processRanger Program and (IRP).implementing This role is responsies and standards to ensure the program is ble for managing and implementing processdelivered to a high standard across designates and standards to ensure the program is ed sites within Ngadjon-Jii country. The Field delivered to a high standard across designatSupervisor is also expected to demonstrate ed sites within Ngadjon-Jii country. The Field strong leadership in governance and posSupervisor also expectedof to sess a solid isunderstanding thedemonstrate administrastrong in governance and postive andleadership planning requirements necessary to sess a solid understanding of the administraachieve the program’s key milestones. tive and planning requirements necessary to QUALIFICATIONS achieve the program’s key milestones.

• Certificate 3 & 4 or higher in Land QUALIFICATIONS Management and Conservation.

Certificate 3 & 4work or higher in Land •• Demonstrated experience within Management and Conservation. the Land Management and Conservation • Demonstrated work experience within Space will be considered. the Land Management Conservation POSITION SPECIFICand CONDITIONS Space will be considered.

• This role requires evidence of skills and POSITION SPECIFIC CONDITIONS qualifications and the possession of a current License.

• This roleDrivers requires evidence of skills and • qualifications The successful completion of a of a and the possession Pre-Employment Assessment including current Drivers License. and alcohol screening of is arequired • drug The successful completion before any offer ofAssessment employment.

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Old chooks mark 50 years THE Atherton Senior Roosters will celebrate another club milestone this year with the 50-year reunion of the 1975 back-to-back premiers.

The side claimed the title over Malanda in 1974 and then defeated Mossman 25-14 in the 1975 Eacham senior competition grand final.

Captain-coach Graham Bevan led the Roosters in both consecutive premierships before joining Cairns Brothers in 1976.

Fullback for the premiership sides Len “Pop” Standen reminisced on the glory days and was grateful to have won the grand final twice in a row.

“It was 50 years ago, and I barely remember what happened five days ago,” he laughed.

“All I remember is that my mate got a depressed cheekbone from one of our own players, I think that was in the Mossman game.

“I believe one of our centres took a tackle and his knee swung around and hit him in the cheek.

“And I was yelling at him to get up because they were pressing our line, and he turned around and half his right eyeball was hanging out!

“It was hard going back in those days. Our coach was Graham Bevan, and he was a hard taskmaster, you wanted to play for him more than anything, I suppose.

“He was a very good coach. I learnt a lot of stuff from him that took me a good step for the rest of my life.

“It was a great celebration. We held the key to the city for both years, which was good. The party was always good in Atherton.

“It’ll be good to catch up with all the old fellas. Atherton was a very important part of my upbringing.

“I just happened to be fortunate enough to be one of the 15 players to win it twice.”

The club is now inviting all players and connections of the premiership side to the reunion to be held in early June.

They are also extending invitations to past 70s players from the former senior Millaa Millaa, Malanda, Mareeba Easts and Mareeba Wests clubs to attend.

The reunion will be held on 6 and 7 June and will include a meet and greet and an acknowledgement before the 2025 Roosters take on the Mossman Sharks.

The meet and greet will be held at the Roosters clubhouse from 6pm on Friday 6 June and all players from the 1975 era will be acknowledged before the FNQRL game the following day from 2pm.

The Senior Roosters are also “honoured” to have former players from the 1975 Mossman side attending.

Established in 1918, the Atherton Senior Roosters play season 107 in 2025.

For more information, contact Darryl Day on 0427 735 367.

Mareeba girls to represent region

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The 1975 Atherton A Grade Eacham Rugby League Premiers.

Back Row: Eric Richardson (assistant manager), Bill Thorne, John Marnane, Darryl Denney, Mick Fleming, Barry Petrie, David Arbouin, Colin Lee Long (masseur).

Middle Row: Ted DeBondi (manager), Savoy Brown, Sid Bryden, Christo Benjamin, Ron Giveen, Jeff Moss, Sam De Tournouer, Doug Stewart, Ian Beattie, Chris Conway (physio).

Front Row: Peter Hodge, Les McElligott (vice-president), Graham Bevan (captain/coach), Brian Geraghty (president), Len Standen, Steve Evans.

Mascot: Jason Petrie. Absent: Tom Masters.

SIX young Mareeba girls were recently selected for the Peninsula rugby league team and will travel to the Gold Coast this weekend to take on teams from all over the state.

Madinah Bajramovic, Moharnie Macumboy, Jehaziel Kose, Azariah Mataio, Meeshia McCurley, and Chloe Mackenzie have been selected to represent Peninsula at the Girls Rugby League State Championships.

Bajramovic and Macumboy were picked for the 15-16 years squad, and Kose and Mataio for the 17-18 years team.

However, McCurley and Mackenzie are unfortunately unable to play due to recent injuries.

The young women, who are all current or ex-players of the Mareeba Junior Rugby League Club, will play at the Gold Coast Titans home ground of Cbus Super Stadium from Thursday to Sunday. The girls will then have the opportunity to be picked in the Queensland School Girls team.

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Local fighters take on Cairns

THREE fighters from Mareeba’s Spirit Muay Thai gym will be heading down to Cairns this weekend to take on other fighters from the region.

Dima Kravchenko, William Chaffey, and Samson Levy will compete in three, three-minute rounds with full Thai rules.

“They have been training hard, and they can’t wait to go and represent Mareeba down in Cairns,” SMT gym owner Rosario Signorino said.

The fights will be held at Nukzu Gym, 39 Cannon Street, Cairns, with the first fight starting at 2pm. Entry is $10 cash.

Bout 1 – Dima Kravchenko (SMT) vs Ben Wakeling (Nukzu) Bout 2 – William Chaffey (SMT) vs Napo Gibia (Nukzu) Bout 3 – Samson Levy (SMT) vs Cayden Smith (Boxon Muay Thai)

Dima Kravchenko (left), Samson Levy, and William Chaffey will be heading down to Cairns this weekend to take on other fighters from the region.

Round 6 league returns LOCAL rugby league returns this weekend with Round 6 of the FNQRL competition.

The Atherton Roosters will host the Cairns Brothers at Mungalli Creek Dairy Stadium, Atherton on Saturday, with the Under 19s kicking things off at 3pm, the Reserve Grade at 4.30pm, and A Grade at 6pm.

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The Mareeba Gladiators will travel to take on the Innisfail Leprechauns at Callendar Park, Innisfail on Sunday.

The Under 19s will get the day underway at 12pm, followed by Reserve Grade at 1.30pm, and A Grade at 3pm.

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WHITE | STOCK #U002847

2022 NISSAN QASHQAI ST-L 234GF4 | 24,575 KM | AUTO

$

34,990

DRIVE AWAY*

FROSTED WHITE | STOCK #U002897

WHITE | STOCK #U002847

2019 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID CRUISER

2020 HOLDEN TRAILBLAZER

740ZHE | 91,915 KM | AUTO

$

39,990

DRIVE AWAY*

338LU9 | 91,763 KM | AUTO

$

29,990

WHITE | STOCK #U002930

2019 SUBARU OUTBACK AWD

2014 NISSAN QASHQAI ST

$

29,990

DRIVE AWAY*

CRIMSON RED | STOCK #U002920

Cole Motor Group Cnr Louise & Vernon St Atherton,QLD 4883 07 4030 5400

108,085 KM | AUTO

$

15,990

IN HOUSE FINANCE & INSURANCE AVAILABLE [F6]

DRIVE AWAY*

GLACIER WHITE | STOCK #U002782

486 ZUN | 88,647 KM | AUTO

CODE!

DRIVE AWAY*

SILVER | STOCK #U002968

WE BUY CARS! SELL YOUR CAR HASSLE- FREE WITH COLE MOTOR GROUP

www.colemotorgroup.com.au 7813 Kennedy Highway 25 29 Palmerston Drive Atherton,QLD 4883 Innisfail,QLD 4860 07 4030 5555 07 4043 8555

*If the price does not contain the notation that it is “Drive Away,” the price may not include additional costs such as stamp duty and other government charges. Please confirm the price and features with the seller of the vehicle. [F6] Approved applicants only. Terms and conditions apply. Vehicles are available as of the date of printing (05/05/25). We cannot guarantee the vehicle will be available after this date.

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