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A BELOVED Tablelands grandma who became an institution across the region for submitting craft and sewing entries into the Atherton show for more than 85 years was laid to rest recently. The much adored and loved Edna Beazley passed away just

days ago, three years short of her 100th birthday. Since 1947 Ms Beazley had entered her work into various show categories including rugs, woodburning and dressed dolls. Ms Beazley also took great joy in making crochets rugs, teddy bears and cushion covers that would go on to be used for raffle prizes.

“There is no question she had an immeasurable impact right across the Tablelands, not only for what she contributed to the show, but also what she did for all of her family,” a brave granddaughter Tammy Wilcox explained to The Express. “Nanna was always there for everyone, we all turned to her for advice, she was the most

beautiful person you would ever meet.” The 97-year-old was born on July 16, 1923 and was a mother to nine, gran of 44, great gran of 133 and great, great gran of 57. Atherton Show organisers have confirmed that a minute silence will be held in Ms Beazley’s honour on the opening night of this year’s show.

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Tablelanders awaiting planning study findings BY MICHAEL WARREN THE State Government’s much awaited planning study initiated to identify and investigate the pressing requirements of road users between Cairns and the Northern Tablelands is expected to be completed in the coming months. Tablelanders across the region have been eagerly waiting to digest the findings of the $1.6M study, with many keen

to see if it delivers a key recommendation that a new dual lane highway should be constructed between Mareeba and Cairns. “Transport and Main Roads is finalising its planning study to investigate capacity, safety and efficiency improvements of transport routes between Cairns and the Northern Tablelands, including the Bridle Track (Kuranda bypass road),” Minister for Transport and Main Roads Mark Bailey MP

told Hill MP Shane Knuth in recent written correspondence. “The purpose of the project is to review previous planning and determine the most appropriate focus for future planning activities. “Once the project is completely finalised, TMR will have a better understanding of the best way to improve access between Cairns and the Northern Tablelands.” Meanwhile, the Kuranda

bypass road steering committee were expected to put forward a resolution at a schedule meeting last night to instruct local State and Federal members to seek funds to construct the bypass road. Lastly, the mess surrounding the ongoing future of the Barron River crossing shows no sign of ending anytime soon. The State’s $2.1M investigation announced back in March to finally determine whether

the aging structure should be replaced or rehabilitated is only expected to get underway in the coming months. “Construction of any solutions identified through this planning remains unfunded,” Mr Bailey revealed to Mr Knuth. The bridge’s future has been a continued point of contention around the Tablelands with road users experiencing end-

less delays and ongoing frustration since TMR introduced traffic lights at either end and reduced the structure to a single lane only at the back end of last year. Mr Bailey confirmed that TMR expects the “changed traffic conditions to remain in place (on the bridge) until October, while investigations, testing and repairs are carried out.”

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However local operators such as those that run day tours to the Great Barrier Reef are still subject to capped on board numbers because of various COVID regulations and restrictions. “I find it amazing that thousands of people can attend a football game, a plane can be filled to the brim with passengers virtually sitting on each other’s laps yet a vessel going

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Kennedy MP Bob Katter and Hill MP Shane Knuth are against any move by the CSIRO to close its Atherton office and shift daily operations to Townsville.

Locals to lose jobs as CSIRO centralises operations BY MICHAEL WARREN AROUND six fulltime Atherton CSIRO employees face the prospect of future relocation or a redundancy package after being notified that day-to-day branch operations will be centralised and shifted to Townsville. In a further knock on effect a number of other businesses that share the same building including Barron Catchment Care, Teran NRM, Cape York NRM and JCU all need to secure new digs to conduct their business affairs with owner, CSIRO, expected to sell the building. “I am informed CSIRO is pursuing the continued expan-

sion of the Australian Tropical Sciences and Innovation Project (ATSIP) located at JCU in Townsville,” Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Christian Porter MP told Kennedy MP Bob Katter in recent written correspondence. “I am advised as part of this expansion CSIRO made the decision to close its Atherton site by mid 2022 with work and staff from Atherton to be consolidated at ATSIP. “This includes offering permanent staff from Atherton a transfer to the ATSIP in Townsville.” Member for Hill Shane Knuth said he was gutted by the

decision to shut the local CSIRO office in Atherton. “CSIRO provides a vital service to the region with public reference herbarium, an arboretum and student accommodation and is a well-known hub for research which attracts scientists from around the world,” Mr Knuth said. “Moving this service from the Tablelands to Townsville is a bed step backwards considering that we are right in the heart of the rainforest, Great Barrier Reef and is an agriculture hub. “The need for research to combat feral pests and noxious weeds is now greater than ever with feral pigs and the intrusion

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of Fall Army Worms, and Electric Ants. “It is a devastating blow to the community to move this organization and the flow on effects of moving this five hours away means the Tablelands missis out again. “I have seen in the past where smaller communities are done over, to centralise work forces into the major cities and we don’t want to lose another vital service on the Tablelands.” Mr Katter was equally disappointed. “We used to have more than 129 scientists in the Kennedy Electorate, now there’s probably under 20,” Mr Katter exclusive-

ly told The Express. “All that handed down wisdom and knowledge, from over 100 years, will never be retrieved. “Knowledge of local conditions and history is in people’s head, not written down In books or on the internet. “This Liberal National Government has destroyed countless industries through deregulation (tobacco, maize, dairy, sugar etc) and now they’re taking away more jobs from the regional areas. “Shame on them. The thrust of the old Country Party of Joh’s

Nationals put owner operators into our regional towns and settlements. Now the ‘ring-barking right’ are draining the population. “I am now calling the LNP ‘ring-barking right’. They kill the tree but they don’t take the timber. The tree is the mechanism by which the soil is enriched. Leaves fall on the ground and enrich the soil. “Since the Coalition won power off Keating and Hawke we have watched disastrous decline of income, population and a plethora of damaged dreams.”

Agriculture weathers COVID storm AGRIBUSINESS and the food sector are holding up well as Queensland’s economy recovers from the COVID pandemic. Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries and Minister for Rural Communities Mark Furner said the latest data showed the value of Queensland’s primary

industry commodities to be just over $19 billion. “While this is slightly down on the average for the past five years, it’s a 1% uptick from 2019–20,” Mr Furner said. “The largest contributors to the current output, by estimated GVP, are meat products (46%), horticulture (30%), sugar (8%)

and cereal products (7%), with output volumes growing on average by 5% per year. “Agriculture in all its forms still constitutes a vital part of the Queensland economy, and a key strength as we implement Queensland’s Economic Recovery Plan.”

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Tablelands homeowner issues timely warning

A Tablelands homeowner has issued a warning to others to choose wisely when picking the right tenant.

Calls for equitable water pricing THE region’s leading horticulture advocacy group has backed calls for more equitable water pricing for rural and regional areas. In April, the Queensland Competition Authority (QCA) released its review of regulatory pricing principles for water which included urban and rural water services,

of which Sunwater is the dominant provider outside south-east Queensland. Joe Moro, chair of FNQ Growers which represents hundreds of horticultural growers who are irrigation customers of the Mareeba Dimbulah Water Supply Scheme, said rural water pricing for regions such as

FNQ should be governed by the efficient recovery of prudent costs, in a way that is transparent, predictable and simple. “Access to reliable, affordable water is one of the most critical factors in the future success and growth of horticulture in Far North Queensland,” Mr Moro said.

“Without equitable pricing, our horticultural industries are at risk of faltering, with no vehicle for growth and expansion. “This would have dire consequences on industry viability and that of our rural and regional communities.”

A TABLELANDS homeowner has issued a timely warning to fellow landlords offering private rentals - properly screen your incoming tenants or potentially encounter the same unwanted scenario she has experienced over the past few weeks. The landlord who spoke to The Express on condition of anonymity said she was “too trusting” and should have spent more time checking rental references after a tenant went rogue and left the homeowner with piles of filthy rubbish and one very sizeable headache upon vacating the property. The homeowner has implored others to be wary of similar situations. “The tenant left so much rub-

bish around the place we had to get skips to put it all in,” the distressed homeowner said. “Aside from that, there were locks on security doors that were broken. “I want to get it out there and remind others’ to be very thorough in their rental checks to ensure they get the right person to move in. You never know who you are allowing to move into a rental property. “At the moment there are so many people looking for rentals around the Tablelands so you try and do the right thing and help people, but things like this make you think twice.”

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Postal Manager of the Mareeba Post Office Eileen Cummins with some of the limited edition coins available in this year’s Great Aussie Coin Hunt.

AUSTRALIA Post has relaunched its most successful collectables program with the Great Aussie Coin Hunt 2, celebrating iconic and admired symbols of Australian life. In partnership with the Royal Australian Mint the coins have depictions that range from Akubra to Zinc sunscreen and popular, instantly recognisable landmarks. There is also a special edition coloured coin of the Great Barrier Reef that is randomly available in full set coin tubes. Postal Manager of the Mareeba Post Office Eileen Cummins said that already they have had many people in looking to purchase the rare coins.

“We’ve had quite a few collectors in to purchase the full set of 26 coins,” she said. “Many have said they want the chance to find one of the coloured Great Barrier Reef coins that can only be found in the tube set. “They like the idea of having coins that haven’t gone into circulation.” You can join in the hunt for these limited edition coins by heading into one of the 3,500 participating post offices, including Mareeba. Australia Post Executive General Manager Community and Consumer Nicole Sheffield said the hunt would again create a sense of fun and excitement.

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“We’re thrilled to celebrate 26 Australian icons and connect families and communities through the fun of the hunt and the good humoured banter that it generates,” she said. “This year, we are releasing the full alphabet from the start of the hunt but they will be in limited supply. “So we encourage those who want the full set to get in quickly to secure their collection of great Aussie memorabilia.” For more information about the Great Aussie Coin Hunt 2 and to learn more about the Australian icons featured on the coins, visit aussiecoinhunt.com. au.

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Tableland girls to get empowered at Savage Angel workshops BY MICHAEL WARREN LOCAL Tablelands girls aged between 11 and 17 will gain insights on how to live empowered lives and make smart life choices during upcoming workshops and seminars conducted by renowned mentorship business Savage Angel. The ticketed Savage Angel workshops are designed to inspire, inform and instruct young women and Atherton’s version at the International Club on June 8 will be no different. “We want to empower girls to hold core values that will allow them to stand strong in the face of social media and peer group influences,” an event spokesperson told The Express. “Now that might not sound

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like a lot but in today's influential climate that's a huge thing and when successful will make a huge difference in peoples’ lives and futures. “Our ultimate goal is to influence millions of girls across the planet to blaze their own trail and do it with purpose and do it like the Savage Angels they can choose to become.” During the sessions attendees will learn and gain an awareness about self-esteem, friendships and relationships, social media and mainstream media influence, anxiety, stress, depression, suicide, mindset, apathy, hopes and dreams. Those interested can book their tickets on the Savage Angel Facebook page.

Awards open for influential Queenslanders NOMINATIONS for the 2021 Queensland Community Achievement Awards open tomorrow (Thursday) and business and organisations alike are being encouraged to nominate.

Since being established in 2002 the awards have been about encouraging, acknowledging and rewarding valuable contributions to the community. This could be done by com-

munities, businesses or even individuals recognising the tireless work promoting social, economic and environmental prosperity in their regions. Event Manager at Awards

Australia Hanna Doherty said that these awards are a way to acknowledge those hardworking people in the community. “We are on the lookout for amazing individuals and

groups,” she said. “Those that go above and beyond to make their community, and Queensland as a whole, a better place. “Please, if you know some-

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Lionesses call it a day in Atherton BY MICHAEL WARREN ONE of the region’s most beloved and cherished volunteer groups will officially call stumps in the coming months after four decades of much valued community service. The Atherton Lionesses will follow an international directive from the United States and close their Atherton Lioness club chapter on July 1. It’s understood between 1978 until present day the Atherton Chapter raised more than

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New $3.2 million project helps graziers and the Great Barrier Reef fields and would support several graziers to fence off waterways and install off-stream watering systems for cattle. The Upper Herbert Sediment Reduction Project is funded by the partnership between the Australian Government’s Reef Trust and the Great Barrier Reef Foundation. “We are really looking forward to this – we’ll also be working with the Mulloon Institute for the first time, helping landholders to prevent further erosion on their land, and with visiting grazing and soil health specialists who al-

GRAZIERS from Ravenshoe to Ingham are part of a new $3.2 million project to clean up the water flowing down the Herbert River and out to the Great Barrier Reef lagoon. Terrain NRM will work with landholders changing their grazing management practices in a project focused on reducing the amount of fine sediment in the Herbert River catchment’s waterways. Terrain’s Jen Mackenzie said the team would also repair major gully and streambank erosion on two properties through rock chutes and pile

ready work successfully with landholders in this region,” Ms Mackenzie said. The new project will complement a Herbert Gully and Grazing Program that has been running for the past three years, funded by the Australian Government and delivered by Terrain NRM. The project has led to reductions in sediment loads through gully erosion remediation work and changes to grazing management practices. “These projects are benefitting the land, the Reef and graziers with their soil health

and natural grazing practices focus,’’ Ms Mackenzie said. “The new Upper Herbert Sediment Reduction Project will build on the success of our existing project and expand our reach of support for landholders in the Herbert catchment.” Herbert River catchment extends 340km from the Herberton and Ravenshoe areas to the coastal region of Ingham. It is one of the three biggest contributors of sediment loads to the Great Barrier Reef. Sediment is one of the major materials affecting the health of the Reef.

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style roof structure to provide much needed shade. Member for Cook Cynthia Lui said she was committed to the upgrades. “We’ve invested $500,000 towards the Lion’s Park Playground,” Ms Lui said. “It’s estimated this project will support around seven jobs.” Works got underway this week after recent rains had delayed the project. The project is due for completion by June 30.

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Men given the right road to become ‘unbogged’

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Field Days labelled huge success THE Rotary FNQ Field Days have been labelled a huge success with thousands of people taking part in festivities during the three days of the iconic event at the Mareeba Rodeo Grounds. Locals and visitors from far and wide enjoyed an array of activities including 4WD off road demonstrations, tractor pulls, working machinery displays, caravan safety presentations and mental health seminars. The largest field days in Northern Australia experienced mixed weather with organisers already turning their attention to how they can deliver an even bigger and better event in 2023. “The feedback has been ex-

ceptional, the patrons that have spoken to me have expressed how much they enjoyed the field days this year,” Rotary FNQ Field Days chairman Trevor Duncan told The Express. “As usual the tractor pull was very popular while the boar buster demonstrations were also a crowd favourite. More broadly a lot of the exhibitors also reported that they experienced excellent traffic over the three days as well.” The ‘are you bogged’ presentations proved particularly popular with regionally based males taking the time to learn about how to positively manage their mental health and maintain

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Some key indicators males are becoming ‘bogged’ or potentially suicidal include, among some, include feelings of hopelessness, expressing rage, increased use of drugs and alcohol, withdrawing from friends and families and quitting activities that were previously important. Rural males are twice as likely to take their lives than their city counterparts. Ms O’ Brien reemphasised that there is always a way to become ‘unbogged’, and that starts by getting help and simply talking to someone.

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“Men are three to four times more likely to take their own life than women and the further you move from the coast into regional, rural and remote Australia, the figure climbs,” Ms O’ Brien explained. “Seven Australian men take their lives each day and that is simply way too many. In fact it’s the leading cause of death for males aged between 15-44 years, which is a terrible statistic. “We want people to know the warning signs of males feeling bogged and assist them with getting the right help – that is the main aim of these seminars.”

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New destination marketing campaign for Tablelands THE Atherton Tablelands is the focus of a new and exciting regional destination marketing campaign aimed at attracting the self-drive and fly-drive market to experience the rich heritage charm, outstanding natural beauty, foodie and cultural attractions of the region. A Discover visitor guide, a 52-page magazine, along with its new printed companion Discover touring map, was recently launched to Tourism Atherton Tablelands’ members at KurCow in Kuranda. Chair of the local tourism organisation Eddy Nye said the launch would officially kick

off a six-month Discover Perfect campaign, aimed at raising awareness of the Atherton Tablelands and its hero experiences. “We have been able to build on the success of Discover magazine visitor guide, which has been the major in-print promotional publication for our region over the last three decades,” Mr Nye said. “This is an exciting and dynamic all-encompassing marketing campaign that stretches across print, TV, social media, Atherton Tablelands’ digital assets, direct mail, and publicity.” Mr Nye said 80,000 visi-

tor guides have been printed and will be distributed through visitor information centres, and major caravan and camping shows. In addition, 150,000 touring maps will also soon hit the market with a targeted focus on the key drive regions from Townsville to Rockhampton. “The Atherton Tablelands is a popular self-drive destination and we are excited to encourage those that live within one day’s drive to experience for themselves why it is so special,” Mr Nye explained. The touring map also incorporates user-friendly themed

trail maps, which will be available on the Discover Atherton Tablelands app, for Apple and Android devices. The self-drive trails combine postcard-perfect landscapes, indulgent gourmet delights, cultural and historic highpoints and stunning natural attractions. “There are seven themed drives – Heritage, Great Outdoors, Museums and Galleries, Waterfalls and Waterways, Geological Wonders, Landscapes, and Wildlife and Food Trails. These are designed to link tourism attractions and activities across the region,” Mr Nye

said. “While visitors can tailor their holiday around the types of experiences that interest them, the routes are designed to take them through the various towns and areas and introduce them to new and different activities to enjoy.” Mr Nye said letterbox drops and in-print advertising would also be underpinned by a twomonth television campaign. Phase two of the marketing activity will also see social media advertising, a digital video showcase, and a consumer competition to win a holiday on the Atherton Tablelands.

Mr Nye also acknowledged Tourism Tropical North Queensland (TTNQ) for its support of the new initiative. “Discover has the largest distribution of any regional visitor guide and the trails are a hit with travellers so producing the Touring Map was an obvious move,” he said. “We are delighted with the quality of our Discover Magazine, which can also be accessed online and via the Discover App. It’s the most comprehensive, informative and engaging publication in the region, which has been the cornerstone of its success over all these years.”

Poems reach the doors of Windsor Palace MAREEBA

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A Mount Isa man has received three letters from the Queen in the past six years all thanking him for his lovely poems for ANZAC Day, Remembrance Day, and most recently, his “Grandma” poem. Roy Flood was born in Chillagoe and lived on the Tablelands for a majority of his life before moving to Mt Isa in 1977. With a passion for words and putting smiles on people faces he used his skills to construct three poems that have earned praise from Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II.

The first two poems were about ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day respectfully, while the most recent one, written in 2017, was depicting the Queen and her “grandmother” persona. Mr Flood said that he was honoured that the Queen had read and then responded to his letters and poems. “It’s absolutely wonderful, you can see the kindness in the letters,” he said. “It inspires me, once you get something like that you go ‘wow’, it’s something really precious to me.” Read Roy’s poem below.

Grandma

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She is like our Grandma, the sweetest you will find Her love for all of us, for human kind The words she uses they fill our ears To steady us, when our world is full of tears She visits those without hope, some haven’t long To give them strength, to make them strong In nightly hours where the world does not see She asks for the strength to be a better me Sometimes when we are naughty and make a tiny sin Grandma shows her disapproval, it’s that little grin She’s our Grandma, we love her dear What would she say now! If she was here She’s our rock that weathers every storm and keeps us strong Loving us always, when we are right, when we are wrong She is like our Grandma, the sweetest you will find Her Majesty’s love for all of us, for human kind

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Espanol Hotel in Lappa which is a den of local history.

A HISTORIC mining town on the outskirts of Chillagoe has been the talk of the nation after it was put up for sale for the same price as a Mareeba townhouse. Lappa, situated on the Burke Development Road is just a 30 minute drive from Dimbulah and a 41 minute drive from Chillagoe, and it can all be yours for the low price of $340,000. Initially established in the 1800s silver, lead and zinc were all discovered nearby to Lappa which was originally named Lappa Lappa, after the indigenous name for a large rock bluff. As many regional mining

towns in the late 1800s to early 1900s the town was alive for a short time before slowly devolving as the mines dried up. The railway station, the Almaden Church which was relocated to Lappa in the 1940s and the Espanol Hotel which is a den of local history and being history itself, currently listed on the Mareeba Shire’s local heritage register. If this sounds like the lifestyle change for you, contact the seller and current occupant Tim Prater, on his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ TimPrater17

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High flying Mareeba student takes on Aeronautics

Minjin McInnes is ready for take off in his career of aeronautical engineering.

MAREEBA State High School (MSHS) student Minjinarkle (Minjin) McInnes has been recognised as a high flyer future aeronautical engineer who has just completed work experience at Northern Gulf for Grade 10. The unique job of being an aeronautical engineer would require Minjin to work designing aircraft and propulsion systems. Minjin said that he became interested in the field when he began Air Force cadets four years ago with his siblings. “I do Air Force cadets and have been for four years and I got involved in their programs,” he said. “They can offer me gliding courses and drone licenses which can help in my career.” As a part of Minjin’s journey to the end of high School,

he did work experience with Northern Gulf, who were impressed by his willingness to become an aeronautical engineer. He says that his experiences in the workforce were a lot of fun and he benefited most when working with drones, which he believes will assist him in his career. “I also learnt how to fly and use drones which was a lot of fun,” he said. “I think aviation has taken a big step with drones especially if you know how to fly and handle them well. “It is better to design drones in the future for aeronautical engineering.” Minjin will graduate high school in two years and will soon be creating and flying the planes that we see in the sky every day.

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Marked roads for safety ENTRY roads into Mareeba have been recently marked with a fresh red section of paint signaling the installation of new Township Entry Treatment (TET) from the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR). These new TET areas are being installed as part of a wider $17.27 million program of road safety upgrades across Queensland. TET acts as a speed manage-

ment treatment which involves the installation of signage and pavement making at the entry points of a town, informing and signaling drivers to slow down. In Mareeba’s case these new TET areas have been installed where there is a speed change from the outskirts of Mareeba which is typically 80km/h to 60km/h. The works have commenced and is expected to be completed mid 2021 weather permitting.

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TRC recruits new trainees EIGHT new trainee positions have been filled at the Tablelands Regional Council ranging from horticulture to library trainees. Over 134 applications were lodged for these positions before being narrowed down to 50 passionate and enthusiastic candidates. TRC Deputy Mayor Kevin Cardew is excited to welcome the new eight new trainees. “We are committed to find-

ing ways to provide skill development, training and career opportunities in the community,” he said. “It’s great to see these new faces in our workplaces and to be able to future the careers of these Tablelanders. “After a rigorous selection process, we found our final eight and welcomed them into our workforce earlier this month.”

Diamantina Nightingale is looking forward to completing her Certificate III in Business as part of her traineeship. “I am enjoying being pushed out of my comfort zone to learn new skills in administration,” she said. “I am grateful for this opportunity as I know it will give me a lot of experience going forward with my career.”

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DESPITE a decimated tourism market one Chillagoe business has proven that even a global pandemic is not enough to stop them winning Tripadvisor’s 2021 Traveller’s Choice Award. Chillagoe Cabins and Tours was purchased by the now owners Colin and Wendy Wagner in 2019, since then the reviews have been flooding in. The remote getaway boasts well-appointed, self-catering rustic style cottages with easy access to the many caves and sights to see in Chillagoe’s surrounding area. Owner of Chillagoe Cabins and Tours Colin Wagner said it was amazing to get such great recognition only 16 months into business. “This is an incredible honour to be part of such an elite group worldwide,” he said. “It goes without saying that 2020 was a tough year for us as

well as all businesses, so many of our guests reached out to us with so much love and support, it was truly incredible. “We are and continue to be dedicated to making sure all our guests, past and future, have a truly special experience here.” Chief Commercial Officer at Tripadvisor Kanika Soni said despite being a tough time for tourism businesses have adapted well. “I know the past year has been extremely challenging for tourism businesses,” she said. “What has impressed me is how businesses adapted to these challenges to prioritize guest safety. “Based on a full year of reviews from customers, this award speaks to the great service and experience they provided guests in the midst of a pandemic.”

New energy project for Ravenshoe THE green light has been given to Far North Queensland latest renewable energy project with the Kaban Green Power Hub set to commence construction in 2021. Located in Ravenshoe the project was initially approved in 2017 with development continuing until last year in preparation for construction. The new wind farm built by Neoen, will provide 457,000 megawatts of power an hour out of its 28 turbines delivering more, clean energy into Queensland’s power grid. Neoen’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Xavier Barbaro said that he is delighted to deliver another clean energy source for Queenslanders. “As one of the world’s leading and fastest growingindependent renewable energy producers, we are committed to delivering affordable, reliable

and clean energy to our counterparts,” he said. “I would also like to thank and congratulate our Australian team for achieving over 2 GW of assets operating and under construction. “Australia is Neoen’s leading country and will be a key contributor to our global target of 10 GW by the end of 2025.” The Kaban Green Power Hub will provide over 250 construction jobs during the construction faze running from 2021 to 2022 and power to over 100,000 Queensland homes. After construction a $50,000 annual Community Benefit Fun will provide grants for local community building initiatives, similar to the Mount Emerald Wind Farm grants. Construction on the Kaban Green Power Hub is set to commence this year with an expected lifespan of 25 to 30 years.

Homework centre to increase high school student’s learning THE Palaszczuk Government has taken its first steps to install 120 free after hour homework facilities in Queensland, with Mareeba State High School (MSHS) being one of the Tablelands schools to apply. Education Minister Grace Grace told Parliament two weeks ago that she believes it is important for every child to have the ability to do homework, especially those whose parents may be too busy. MSHS Principal Scott Whybird said that his school will be applying for a centre and believes it will benefit the school community and families who find difficulty providing support. “I think it is a positive opportunity for students who need assistance after school and this is an investment in developing

a learning culture that extends beyond the classroom,” he said. “Families that may have limited space that can’t provide an area for students to study such as families from non-English Speaking backgrounds or families that don’t have access to technology or may be struggling financially. “Getting a teenager to study on an empty stomach is difficult. I also feel that a lack of study centres/study businesses in Mareeba makes this type of project a positive one for the students of the school.” Mr Whybird and MSHS will hopefully see things moving with their new homework centre in Semester Two this year and hopes to see this centre not only increase learning abilities but employment in the school.

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Solving crimes at local primary school

Sienna Sqillari, Grace Read, Eric Sellers and Dominic Della-Bosca solving the crime of the missing gold at MSS.

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BY ELLIE FINK MAREEBA State School (MSS) hall became the scene of missing gold last week, with 80 of their top science students in charge of finding evidence and solving the crime. A and B level science students were required to complete activities set up around their school hall to find evidence of which class mate was the culprit. Travelling Science Educator from Education Interactive Jamie-Lee Thompson hosted the workshop using her knowledge in the forensic field. “I used to work as a forensic science researcher by finding ways we can find DNA and fingerprints to solve crimes and I have a background in teaching so I have combined the things I

love,” she said. “The scenario was a crime where we had found an individual unconscious and there was some missing treasure on a marina. “The kids had to work out how this person got hurt and find the treasure.” Ms Thompson said that the overall goal was important in growing a team of forensic scientists. “The goal today is to help the kids to solve the crime as well as help them find a career in science and teach them how fun science can be and inspire them to think about going into science,” she said. “Hopefully the workshop taught them what forensic science is and showed them the different types of biology and chemistry used in forensics.”

MSS Head of Department Curriculum Prep-Grade 2 Valarie Dayes said that her and college Nadine Apps decided this workshop would show high achieving children what forensics is like in real life. “We came across this workshop through our promotional material and it looked really engaging and like something the students would really enjoy and something that might challenge our students who need some extension work,” she said. “We chose Forensics because it is something that children see a lot on TV and in movies so we thought it would engage them and bridge the gap between what they see on TV and what happens in real life.”

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ENTERTAINMENT Flocks and frills at the school high tea Artists in the Cape will have the opportunity to display their communities diversity through art at the Gateway to the Cape.

Calling artists from the Cape ARTISTS from across the Cape are invited to submit artwork that they believe represents their community for an opportunity to have their work featured at the Gateway to Cape York Sculptural Park in Lakeland. Anyone from art centres, schools or individuals can submit their work if they are from one of the 16 communities: Wujal Wujal, Cooktown, Lockhart River, Port Stewart, Coen, Iron range, Bamaga, Pajinka, Mapoon, Weipa, Napranum, Aurukun, Pormpuraaw, Kowanyama, Hope Vale and Laura.

A panel from each community will decide which piece best embodies the uniqueness of their area and will assist in the construction and installation in the park. These artists will work with a professional sculptural artist and fabricator to see the concept come to life, as well as be awarded $500 for their design. Cook Shire Mayor Peter Scott said that he is excited to see the project go ahead and show the rich diversity of the Cape. “There is a richness in the diversity of cultures, country

and communities across the Cape,” he said. “Conserving and preserving the land and the stories that define each community is what connects us all. “The sculptural park at the Gateway to Cape York is a fantastic project that will promote these messages through art to tourists and visitors to the Cape.” Submissions close June 17, submissions can be made at https://form.jotform. com/211099484853869 or by mailing it to PO Box 3, Cooktown, QLD 4895.

MAREEBA State Primary School (MSS) had their annual Grade Six High Tea in support of the Cancer Council's Biggest Morning Tea. The annual morning tea has the students buzzing every year, with several students gathering in their school library for the first recess. Students used their imaginations to dress up, including a series of fascinators, suits and even a Harry Potter outfit.

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Dairy Queens herald show season WITH show-time soon approaching, the Malanda Pastoral, Agricultural and Industrial Society Inc are dusting off the crowns and tiaras and shaking out the ermine cloaks in readiness for the crowning of the 2021 Dairy Queen and Princess. It will be no easy task for judges, Assistant Principal of

St Teresa's school, Katie Ball, businesswoman, Geraldine McGuire and veterinarian, Bill Tranter, to pick this year's winners from the two Queen and four Princess entrants. Dairy Queen Co-ordinator and Secretary, Georgia Doull, herself a Dairy Queen in 2016, said the quality of girls involved in this year's

quest was incredible. "They are so accomplished and passionate about their areas of interest." At their first informal get together in Malanda last week, Ms Doull told the entrants that the quest was a journey in self development. "You might feel scared now, but by the end of this, you

will have gained a lot of confidence and built a lot of connections within your community that will serve you well in the future," Mrs Doull said. The competition will unfold in four stages, starting with a Meet and Greet and working bee, during which the girls can become more comfortable with each other,

followed by an information and Ball preparation session focusing on deportment and public speaking. Next, an informal 10 minute interview on various topics with the judges and finally, the official presentation and judging of the entrant after the delivery of their speeches on stage at the Casino Roy-

ale themed Malanda Show Ball on June 12. Kicking off with a cocktail bar at the Malanda Show Pavilion at 6.30pm, the Ball will be a glittering affair featuring live music, a light supper, surprise entertainment and a courtesy bus to deliver patrons home at the end of the night.

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Jordan enjoys parading cattle in the local shows and working with horses in her spare time.

Hannah has exhibited both beef and dairy cattle at the local show with her family’s Eachamvale Illawarra stud.

Raised on her family’s local dairy farm, Eachamvale, she now milks cows on three other farms in the area.

Hannah volunteers in the kitchen at beef and dairy schools run by the Malanda Show Society and carries out valuable mentoring roles with young attendees. She hopes to study veterinary science after school before travelling to America and working in specialist cattle clinics.

Rachel is an accomplished Junior Judge, Parader and Fitter of cattle. She enjoys raising, training and showing dairy cattle, particularly Illawarras and has experience working for other dairy studs and showing cattle across the east coast of Australia. She said she joined the quest to meet new people and to push herself to do things outside of her comfort zone.

Chloe is a Year 11 prefect at Atherton High School and was a 2021 representative in the Youth Parliament for the Hill electorate.

She is an active volunteer for the Millaa Millaa Community Gym and aims to study veterinary nursing after graduating from high school. She joined the quest to help her gain confidence and to have a little fun.

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Jess has returned to the Tablelands after 3 years of working on cattle stations in the Charters Towers region and currently manages a beef property outside Malanda. Jess is completing a horticulture traineeship with a local nursery and is keen to establish a career in agriculture once she has finished her studies. Jess admired the way the Malanda show brought people together and believed her involvement in the quest would help her develop into a better person.

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Chloe is a member of the Tablelands Regional Council Youth Advisory Committee, has already started her own online business and aims to travel and then study human rights law after she finishes school.

LEFT: 2019 Dairy Queen, 14 year old Naomi Godfrey (R), was on hand to help Dairy Queen Coordinator and secretary, Georgia Doull to prepare the new entrants for the 2021 event. RIGHT: Local identities, Katie Ball, Geraldine McGuire and Bill Tranter will have the difficult task of choosing a queen and a princess from this year's impressive group of young entrants.

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Stud cattle go well at Field Days

Shane Strazzeri (L), had a good Field Day, selling 4 bulls to Darren and Melissa Pedracini of Georgetown, including this Charolais bull that will be put over a mob of Charbray heifers at Lornevale.

Kenadon Brahman principals, Barry and Faye Osborne were first time cattle exhibitors at the 2021 Field Day and said they would be returning.

THE proposed cattle auction may not have gone ahead at this year's Field Day, but vendors and customers alike were more than pleased with the way things panned out. Barry and Kaye Osborne of Kenadon Brahmans, from the Daintree area reported a lot of interest in their cattle, especially on Friday, when the scheduled sale brought a large contingent of lookers through the cattle area. It was the first time they had shown cattle at the event, but Mr Osborne said they would be back for the next one. Shane Strazzeri of Barronessa Farming experienced a very successful few days, selling 4 bulls to Georgetown graziers Darren and Melissa Pedracini of Lornevale Station. The Pedracinis paid to a top of $8,000 for two Charbrays, one Charolais and one Brangus bull. Mr Pedracini said he had visited Barronessa Farming last August during the Better Beef Open Day, which showcased the Tableland's premium cattle, and liked what he saw. He and his wife returned to Mareeba to secure some of the cattle and put them to work at home. “The 22 month old Brangus bull will go in as a replacement bull with a paddock of 300 grey cows and the 2 Charbrays will start work in a paddock running 500 red cows,” he said. I have been looking for a

good Charolais bull for a while to put over a mob of Charbray heifers and 19 month old should be ideal. We will breed a few paddock bulls for our operation with him and will probably sell a few of the bulls to some our regular clients as well. “I liked the look of these bulls, they are clean-coated, beefy and display excellent muscling. Their slick coats should work in their favour coping with the excess of ticks and flies we encounter in the far north.” Pleased with the three days spent in Mareeba, Mr Strazzeri said his family had been bringing bulls to the event for about 14 years. “It’s a great place to run into clients and being able to put our cattle in front of the region's cattle producers brings in new buyers and makes it easier for our repeat customers,” he said. All of the vendors have experienced a lot of interest and it would be great if the auction did happen at the 2023 Field Day. We will have plenty of time to get organised for it next time and it should be a great success.” A total of 11 studs had a variety of breeds, including Brahmans, Droughtmasters, Ultra Blacks, Murray Greys and Shorthorns on display. The high quality and excellent temperament of the cattle made them a favourite with the crowds.

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Bumper peanut harvest underway on Tablelands

Like many other Tableland growers, P3 Farms Paul Pensini was busy harvesting his first peanut crop in years recently, reestablishing Far North Queensland as Australia’s major producer of the popular and versatile nut.

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THE bumper peanut harvest currently underway on the Tablelands is set to re-establish the far north as the nation's leading producer of this delicious legume, according to Tolga Branch Manager of Peanut Company Australia, A Bega Company, Jenny Wenham. Clearly excited about this year's crop which had almost tripled in volume compared to the last few years, Ms Wenham said 2021 had delivered the almost perfect combination of moisture, heat units and clear harvest weather which were proving a win-win situation for growers. “After a slight weather-related delay, our more than 40 growers are now fully into the harvest of their stand out peanuts. The quality of the 1700ha under crop is extremely good featuring jumbo kernels which are returning higher prices for farmers,”

he said. “We want Australia to know, we are back into the market place in a big way this year and will once again be able to supply the nation's demand for peanuts. This area produces almost half of the Australia's peanuts and growers received the ideal season to deliver volume and quality.” Kairi farmer, Paul Pensini was hoping the weather was going to hold long enough for the harvester to finish threshing the 160 acres of peanuts he planted just after Christmas. Mr Pensini said he hadn't grown peanuts for six or seven years, but the better price on offer combined with the boost in yield that peanuts provided to follow on crops in a rotational system, made them an attractive option this year. Back in 2012, peanuts were worth around $2,300/Tonne before falling away to $1400 to an isolated $1900/Tonne over the following seven years, be-

fore climbing back to a high of $3,257/Tonne in April last year. Although that April high had dipped to $2,585/Tonne by Dec of 2020, that rate was attractive enough to draw a large contingent of growers back into the peanut producing arena. P3 Farms spokesman Paul Pensini said “last year's late wet meant a late plant just after Christmas, plants were fertilised and sprayed for fungicidal leaf diseases at planting.” “It takes 4-5 months for a peanut plant to grow and they produce 25-50 peanuts per bush, when mature. Then there is only a small picking window before the pegs on the peanut shells weaken causing them to snap and be lost during harvest pick up," he said. The Pensini's crop has been returning a healthy 2 - 2 1/2 tonnes/acre, but a 9" (225mm) fall just prior to harvest has had quite a dramatic effect on picking results. The rich, red Golden Triangle soils can get quite sticky when wet and Mr Pensini said he had been losing from 15-20% of his peanuts during cutting and digging. Peanuts can stick to the soil and be lost during this first stage of harvest when bushes are cut, lifted and shaken to remove excess dirt, before being inverted and left in windrows for 4-5 days to dry. Once threshed, the nuts, which had been contracted to Bega (Peanut Company of Australia) were trucked to the Tolga depot for cleaning, shelling and bagging in 1 Tone bags, ready to be transported to Kingaroy. Due to their peanut planting hiatus, most of the Pensini crop would be sold for seed. “Because we planted into clean ground, there was minimal disease risk, making the crop suited to the seed buyers. What to plant is a year to year decision,” Mr Pensini said. “We normally produce a lot of Rhodes Grass seed, but we are harvesting around 50 - 70 tonnes of Brachiaria seed at the moment and the same bins are needed to dry both seed species, so we have had to make a choice between the two. “We are also baling Rho-

des Grass hay at the moment. We normally bale 4-5000 of the big 500kg square bales for sale to Townsville, Charters Towers, Julia Creek and north to the Karumba live export yard when they were doing a lot of boats out of there. “Unfortunately to a certain extent, Tableland farmers rely on the misfortune of western graziers to create big demand for

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hay and much of Queensland has had a better season this year,” he said. Pensini's P3 Farms have been undergoing a bit of a company restructure recently with the sale of their coastal cattle block and their 34,500 acre breeder block, Ooralat Station, 40kms west of Mt Surprise, causing a reduction in stock numbers from 3,000 head down to 400.

Meanwhile, they have bought and are in the process of developing an additional 500 acres of country near Kairi, they run a general freight business between the Tablelands and Brisbane and harvest around 2-3,000 tonnes of potatoes each winter. Looks like another pretty busy winter and spring ahead for the family.

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Can you see yourself living here?

IMAGINE THIS: Your own riverfront lifestyle with total freedom for you and your family to enjoy. Afternoon picnics, fishing and canoeing with a prestigious location just minutes

from town and close proximity to Amaroo Medical, Amaroo Pharmacy and QML Pathology. It’s all there at Lot 2 at Bundanoon on the Barron. Featuring total privacy, a se-

cluded building sit overlooking the Barron River, town water, underground power, sewerage, wide sealed roads with your own private access. Pop into Amaroo

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Spacious and modern family home

SURROUNDED by other new and near new homes is this modern and low maintenance property approximately 5 years old. This property features: • Modern block rendered home • Spacious & tiled open plan living and dining area -

flows out to rear patio • 2nd media/family room or 5th bedroom if needed • Reverse cycle a/c in living and master bedroom • 4 spacious & carpeted bedrooms with built-in cupboards • Private ensuite in master suite

• Well appointed kitchen with pantry, dishwasher, breakfast bench & gas cooktop • Tiled rear patio overlooking secure yard • Fully fenced rear yard and vehicle access if needed • Ceiling fans and security screens throughout

• Double lockup garage with electric roller door • Currently tenanted For more information or a private inspection, please contact exclusive marketing agent Daimin Kochi at Main St Real Estate Atherton.

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11 Bellamy Drive, TOLGA $429,000 EXCLUSIVE to Daimin Kochi Main Street Real Estate 0448 916 246

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SURROUNDED BY PRIVACY • Well cared for modern home in peaceful estate • Spacious open living/dining, wood heater • Well appointed kitchen, stainless benchtops • 3 large built-in bedrooms, master with patio • Full length front deck, powered garden shed • 4 bay powered shed, 4008m2 allotment $429,000

AN AMAZING GETAWAY • Unique & stylish home set on 2.86 acres • Large lounge, separate formal dining • Functional kitchen, 3 built-in bedrooms • Studio with living, bedroom & bathroom • Timber deck on 3 sides + entertaining area • Double garage, 2 storage sheds, shadehouses $485,000

MODERN HOME WITH HEAPS OF ROOM • Open family room, dining & kitchen • Modern kitchen, pantry, dishwasher • Central formal lounge, 4 bedrooms • Master has walk-in robe & ensuite, tiled patio • 6m x 9m lockable shed with power • 6.6kw solar power, 4014m2 block $549,000

A RARE FIND • Live an acreage lifestyle right in town • 2 living areas, modern kitchen, pantry • 5 good sized built-in bedrooms, spa ensuite • Outdoor entertaining area, inground pool • 14x7 solid & lockable insulated shed • 2.023 hectare block, backs onto state forest $575,000

ONE OF THE LAST REMAINING ACREAGE BLOCKS • 4138m2 allotment with great views • Corner allotment for easy access to block • Underground power, town water • Phone & NBN ready, covenant free • Ready for an immediate build $198,000

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Comtemporary Rangeview home

ond living area which has double doors leading on to the entry deck. The spacious master bedroom has a full width robe and a large ensuite. The main bathroom features a luxurious freestanding bathtub and walk in shower. The features continue with native gardens which attract an abundance of wildlife. Concreted driveway, garden retaining and a 3m x 6m steel shed, ideal for a workshop or to house another vehicle.

PERCHED at the top of Rangeview is this spacious and contemporary 3 bedroom home. You will be in awe from the spectacular views and yet there is total privacy from nearby roads and neighbours. The airconditioned open plan living, dining and kitchen has large glass windows and doors facing out toward mountains, allowing natural light into the home. The kitchen, constructed from New Guinea Rosewood, has ample storage space and kitchen appliances including a ceramic cooktop with rang hood, double oven and stainless-steel dishwasher. This home boasts a secAddress: Price: Agent: Contact:

If tranquility is what you are chasing this home is definitely worth an inspection. Contact Jeanette on 0407 745 748. 100 Rankine Drive, TOLGA $649,000 Jeanette Suffield Elders Real Estate Malanda 0407 745 748

House, shed, permanent water on 17 acres IF you're looking for a rural retreat that gives you rustic rural, privacy and space to spread out whilst still providing easy access to the Kennedy Highway, then everything you need is here. A comfortable 4 bedroom brick home with extensive deck, large shed and a fully fenced property. This 17 acre property has permanent water (Clohesy River) feeding to the house, and it's only 15 minutes from medical services and shops at Kuranda and just a 40 minute drive to Cairns Airport. • 4 Bedrooms, all good size with builtin cupboards • 1 bathroom with separate shower and bath tub • Updated kitchen with gas stove, good size pantry • Combined dining and living area • Polished timber floors throughout the home • Red brick construction with rendered concrete inAddress: ternal walls Price: • 2 bay carport Agent: • Large outdoor timber decked area Contact: for afternoon re-

laxation • Water for the house comes from the Clohesy River which is a permanent creek • Established trees and cleared house yard • one acre paddock close to house (could be used for horses) • 16m x 16m shed with 4 sliding doors for easy access (high doors and on concrete slab) • 17 acres is fully fenced for horses with trails throughout the block • Water tanks, 2 billabongs and another dam on the property • Ideal for horse riding or motorbike riding For more information or to book your private inspection call exclusive agent Vince Costas today on 0419 926 691 or drop into the Central Realty Mareeba office today.

8 Brickworks Road, KOAH $580,000 EXCLUSIVE to Vince Costas Central Realty Mareeba 0419 926 691

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Insurance starts with a chat • Biggest block in the estate at 2 acres • Surrounded by mountain ranges and rural north facing views • Conveniently located 5 minutes from Tolga Township Galvin Street, Tolga

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• Lot 106: 871m2 - $150,000 • Lot 107: 869m2 - $150,000 • Lot 108: 923m2 - $152,000 A wonderful place to call home for families, first home buyers & retirees. Sunset Ridge Estate, Aurora Circuit, Atherton

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Prime location with excellent exposure INVESTORS take note grow your investment portfolio here. Make a move now with this Prime Atherton commercial property which is located on a busy connector road which delivers a convenient position with maximum exposure to passing traffic. Suitable for a broad range of business uses - the commercially zoned freehold is ideal for business including small-scale convenience shopping, community ser-

vices, professional offices and other uses that directly support the immediate and greater community. This versatile 2,680 sqm Freehold commercial property in Atherton is situated on the corner of Tolga Road and Grove Street and is now offered FOR SALE for the first time in 30 years. Features include: • Securely fenced 2,680m2 freehold commercial property * 170sq.m warehouse with

2 large roller doors with side access • 160sq.m Showroom with internal access • Office space plus an internal office in the Showroom • Internal show room with approx. 140sq.m of undercover front and side awning space • Ample off-street parking and convenient highway access • Nearby businesses include, high-profile car sale yard, hardware store, service

station and workshops • High profile location on the Kennedy Highway in commercial/industrial area with considerable passing traffic • Currently leased on a 12month plus 12 month with excellent return on investment Atherton township is considered as the southern business hub of the Atherton Tablelands; located on the juncture of the Gillies Highway to Yungaburra, the

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 12.42 acres in Atherton’s Golden Triangle  Fully enclosed 10 bay Colorbond shed  Quality built clay brick home  25 meg water licence supplied by bore

 3 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms  Airconditioned open plan living  Garden shed + workshop  Lock-up garage + entertaining

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For further details and to arrange a private inspection contact EXCLUSIVE marketing Agent Rino Gava at Atherton Realty on 0427 779 086.

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Available now WELL positioned this neat and tidy 4-bedroom home is in an ideal location for access to Atherton’s bustling main street and walking distance to supermarket and gym. A set of steps lead up to the front entrance and you are greeted by timber flooring which flows through the property contrasting beautifully with the white walls and ceiling. The centre of the home is open and full of natural light with dining and living areas leading through to the kitchen. Bedrooms vary in size and are located off to either side of the house.

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3 2 Unbelievable 15% Return GEORGETOWN: 10 St George Street • Charming “FRANGIPANI HOUSE” • Polished timber flooring • Airconditioned • Town water + 3 water tanks • 1,472m2 block

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$265,000

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At the rear of the house there is a huge undercover area, perfect for entertaining and outdoor dining. It could also serve as a storage area or under cover parking as it has vehicle access at the side of the house. The rest of the block is comprised of a relatively flat lawn and presents an opportunity for a keen gardener to get in and be creative. Don’t miss this opportunity to make this home yours. Call exclusive agent Alex Payne today on 0409 328 153. 15 High Street, ATHERTON $319,000 EXCLUSIVE to Alex Payne LJ HOOKER Atherton 0409 328 153

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Family Home Or Investment 4 2 TRINITY BEACH: 14 Starboard Street • Fully airconditioned • Located in the highly sought-after Bluewater Estate • 5.5kw solar panels • 450m2 block

$459,000

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$265,000

For more property details or to arrange an inspection contact 4091 3144 or visit: atherton.ljhooker.com.au www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

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Grazing East Evelyn – Millaa Millaa

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The ultimate setting, location and lifestyle in Herberton

70.1 ha of Kikuyu/brachiaria pasture with wall-to-wall shaws creeping vigna legume. The property, although steep/ undulating, is remarkably clean and productive, as evidenced by the quality of the cattle on the block. The ridges have wide tops on them and there is excellent access along the gullies. The block is well watered by permanent creeks. This property is great value in the current market. There is a three-bedroom home and two large colour

bond fully lockable sheds and good cattle yards. Features include: • 70.1 ha • Three bedroom home • Two large fully lockable sheds • Cattle yards • Excellent red volcanic soil • Legume based kikuyu Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

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SATURDAY 10th July, 2021 @ 11.00am Auction to be held at the Malanda RSL 64.82 hectare grazing block, house, sheds, yards.

38 Land Road, Butchers Creek

Contact Susan 0408 733 149 or Darren 0429 977 675

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For more information, or to book your private inspection, call Susanne 0408 733 149 at Tablelands.com & Malanda Real Estate.

MILLAA MILLAA $850,000 Susanne Reynolds Tablelands.com & Malanda Real Estate 0408 733 149

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and brachiaria pastures • Permanent creeks • Bitumen road access • Close to town

THIS beautifully presented home has many features lovers of this style seek to find, complete with a large covered wrap around deck overlooking gorgeous views of the surrounding landscaped gardens. Features Include • 4 bedrooms, 4th bedroom with a fireplace • Master bedroom features an ensuite & walk-in robe • Spacious open plan living • Modern well-equipped kitchen with a pantry, gas standalone oven, dishwasher, island benchtop & ample storage space. • Main bathroom with a separate shower, claw bathtub, toilet, and vanity • Internal laundry • Beautiful high ceilings, ceiling fans, security screens and polished timber floors

throughout the home • Wrap around deck on 3 sides of home – Perfect for entertaining all year round! • 2 bay powered shed with a mezzanine floor • 6.6KW Solar power + solar hot water – Save on those electricity bills! • Under house storage or workshop space with power connected • Seasonal creek on the property + the wild river runs along the back boundary • Chook pen and potting Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

shed • Well established gardens & fruit trees • Town water and septic • Very private 3,048m2 allotment Ideally located in a quiet street within walking distance to Herberton Town Centre. For further information or to arrange an inspection, call marketing agent Raquel at Sommerset Realty on 0408 983 879.

5 Florence Street, HERBERTON $390,000 Raquel Cunzolo Sommerset Realty 0408 983 879

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First time open for inspection

OPEN HOME This Saturday

TUCKED away at the end of a quiet cul de sac, this incredibly private and deceptively large family home exudes a relaxed opulence and offers stunning indoor and outdoor living areas and room for everything as well as the extended family all encompassed on a beautifully landscaped 5337m2 allotment. Quality features include: • Main house – 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 3 car accommodation • Fully self-contained 2 bedroom air-conditioned unit with stunning in-built display cabinetry, kitchen with walk in pantry and separately metered power • Stylish U-Shaped kitchen with breakfast bar and walk in pantry • Separate closable and air-conditioned media room/lounge • A i r - c o n d i t i o n e d master bedroom with walk in robe and sizeable ensuite with plunge bath

• 5.5kw solar power system • TV points and airconditioning in all bedrooms • Tiled living areas and carpeted bedrooms for warmth • Built-in cupboards and walk-in robes throughout Feature walls and • designer niches stylish throughout • Large 3 bay lockable garage with ample room to walk around the vehicles • In-ground salt water pool with adjacent entertainers gazebo • 9m x 9m powered, colourbond shed with 3m x 3m mezzanine floor and 3 roller door access (1 x high Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

clearance) • 5337m2 (1.3 acre) beautifully landscaped allotment with side and rear access plus no rear neighbours • Bore for the gardens • Only 10 minutes to Mareeba Town Centre This meticulously kept home has been designed, not just built, to offer you an exceptional lifestyle. Inspection is highly recommended - open for inspection this Saturday from 10am - 12noon. For further information or to arrange a private inspection please contact exclusive agent Joe Torrisi on 0417 700 468.

2 Josephine Close, MAREEBA $785,000 EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi JOE TORRISI REAL ESTATE 0417 700 468

More than meets the eye EXCLUSIVE agent John Goncalves and Ray White Mareeba are proud to present to the market this exciting property that has more to offer than may first meet the eye. The property features a modern, fully air conditioned home that has been perfectly positioned at one end of this large 951m2 corner allotment to make the most of future possibilities such as subdivision, strata title of a second dwelling (STCA) or just to be able to have great access into the back yard for a shed, park a boat, caravan, etc. The comfortable three bedroom, one bathroom home features modern tiles throughout, security screens and an open plan design that combines living, dining and kitchen to be the heart of family living. Other features include:

• Plenty of storage cupboards and bench space in kitchen, • Built-in-robes and split system a/c in all bedrooms, • Separate internal laundry with direct access out. • Outside, a small garden colourbond • Fully fenced yard • A front to back double carport ideal for large family gatherings • Corner access for a caravan, boat, etc It is worth mentioning that apart from being fenced for privacy, the property also has an existing tall timber fence that separates the block into two. A savvy investor could Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

acquire a significant income from a second dwelling being constructed onto the balance of the land with the advantage of separate access points / entrances and exclusive use yard, allowing complete independence from one another (STCA). A well presented modern home with a great tenant in place paying $360per week with potential to further develop in the future is rare, so better act quick.

Call exclusive agent John Goncalves at Ray White Mareeba on 0407 690 961 today, for more information or to book an inspection.

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RED BRICK SURPRISE! A must see for those ready to buy your very own home or an investment property in Dimbulah. • Practical design with significant modern upgrades • Functional & comfortable 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home • Close to the shops, schools & parkland • Airconditioning throughout & solar hot water • Move in or keep the long term A1 tenant @ $360 per week Price $225,000 Neg Exclusive Agent John Goncalves 0407 690 961

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Mountain and Lake views

Unwind and relax on 1.61 Ha overlooking the Millstream Gorge NEEDING your creative space to write, paint or even relax and daydream? Nestled amongst rural serenity and overlooking the Millstream Gorge this 2 Bedroom quirky chalet style cottage is perfect for your next move. Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

As you wonder up the timber deck and through the timber doors your greeted with a sense of warmth and coziness. Timber flooring flow through the living, dining and into the kitchen. The wood heater is perfectly positioned MILLSTREAM $265,000 Michael English Town to Country Realty 0417 118 618

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to heat the whole home in those cooler months. The bathroom is shared with the laundry, but it does not lose its appeal. As you meander up the timber stairs your greeted by two spacious bedrooms that are overlook various aspects of the property. The fully fenced property backs on to the incredible Millstream Gorge. The two smaller sheds are perfect for storing those gardening tools for the established gardens surrounding the home. The property has incredible views and is abundant in wildlife. Perfect for anyone who is wanting to have a tree change. Why not give Michael from Town to Country Realty a call today on 0417 118 618 or 4097 6900.

WITH great views of Lake Tinaroo from the full length veranda, and plenty of room to move on the 1 Ha yard, this 6 bedroom home in Tinaroo could be just what you have been looking for. Enter through wrought iron gates and drive along the concrete drive to park in the large double car port. A few steps from the car port lead to the front door which opens into a tiled, air conditioned open plan living area with a pot belly stove, centrally located to keep the whole house warm on chilly nights. There is a modern kitchen with a breakfast bar, gas oven, pantry, large pot draws and a range hood. This central living area features glass sliding doors opening onto the expansive outdoor en-

tertaining area where you can relax with your favourite drink and enjoy the Lake and mountain views. The west wing of the home has three built in bedrooms with fans, one with split system air con, a bathroom, laundry, and access to the timber & tiled outdoor entertainment area. The East wing also has a bathroom, access to the veranda, and three tiled bedrooms with built in robes, fans, including a second air conditioned bedroom. This solid home is con-

DISCOVER a quiet and relaxing lifestyle on the shores of Lake Tinaroo at Yungaburra. Situated on this 3,700sqm allotment you will find a family friendly home. The open plan living area flows onto a spacious timber deck overlooking the park-like lawns to the water. Housework is a breeze with timber look vinyl floor coverings throughout. Two of the three bedrooms are air-conditioned for year-round comfort. The main bedroom has direct access to the deck. Meal preparation is easy

with a gas cook-top, a double door pantry and a dishwasher. Behind the double garage is a second living area or studio with a bathroom and a separate timber deck. This space away from the main residence is perfect place for teenagers or guests. The property is ideally located on

Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

structed of attractive rendered block walls on the exterior, and gyprock lined internal block walls. Subject to council approval, there may be an opportunity to sub divide the land as there is access to the rear of the block from Foster Road. • Internal living 168m² • Veranda 56m² • Carport 42m² Call Brendan Williams on 0447 809 808 or First National Real Estate Atherton 07 4091 1177.

17 Bluewater Drive, TINAROO Contact Agent Brendan Williams First National Real Estate Atherton 0447 809 808

Your own piece of paradise

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a no through road close to the Tinaburra boat ramp. For more information, call Trisha Jackson at Professionals Atherton. Phone 4091 3955 or 0419 1833 145 anytime. To view more photos, visit athertonrealestate.com.au YUNGABURRA $869,000 Trisha Jackson Professionals Atherton 0419 183 145

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PROPERTY

houses l land l units l investments l acreage l farms l rentals

High production property SOME of the best grazing land on the Atherton Tablelands has just become available! Located just 7kms from the township of Malanda and set on approximately 418 acres of rich red soils, this property is a must-have for anyone looking for their next farming venture. Showcasing stunning views, exceptional carrying capacity and reliable rainfall this property will more than tick all the boxes. Lush improved pastures feature coverage of Setaria, Kikuyu, Brachi, Shaw Creeping Vigna, Pinto Peanut, Glicini and recently planted Rye Grass.

Fenced into 40 paddocks, all well-watered with laneways leading back to the yards and dairy shed, this property also includes; steel cattle yards, undercover cattle crush and a 360 meg water license. The home showcases 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and is beautifully maintained with polished timber floors, large timber kitchen and air conditioning. Additionally

there is also a 2 bedrooms workers cottage. You'll go a long way to find a unique property with features such as this one.

Walk to Coles

SET in a quiet street, only a short distance to Coles. This home has been freshly repainted inside and out and is now sparkling and ready for new owners. Your classic ‘Must Inspect’, this home will delight buyers with its generous size living areas that are fully tiled. Features Include: • Front verandah and covered entry • 3 bedrooms • Master bedroom with built ins • Renovated modern bathroom • Crisp and spacious living areas • Large kitchen area with plenty of cupboard space

and view of backyard. • Air conditioning to all bedrooms • Fans throughout • Fly screens throughout • Large laundry and utility room • Privacy fenced to the rear • Garden shed with cement floor • Hills hoist clothes line • Single carport • Custom made curtains Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

www.4880.com.au 219 Byrnes Street Mareeba

Call exclusive agent Aurelia on 0418 183 555 or drop into The Pink Building Rogato Real Estate office on Byrnes Street.

23 Langton Avenue, MAREEBA $289,000 EXCLUSIVE to Aurelia Rogato Rogato Real Estate 0418 183 555

4092 5255

For your inspection contact co-exclusive agent Morgan Brennan at Ray White Atherton today on 0407 730 450, or visit www.raywhiteruralatherton.com.au/ATH23091286

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$649,000 NEG MALANDA $POA Morgan Brennan Ray White Atherton 0407 730 450

Ideal Acreage in Idea-lick Location! Water licence - Emerald Crk Double Brick home Property under full irrigation

PACK YOUR BAGS Malanda • 3 bedrooms + 2 extra sleepouts • Newly restored / updated • Timber floors + timber kitchen • New stove & dishwasher • 2 bay carport + lockable shed • Set on 1,012m2, close to town $349,000 ATH23045599 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450

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Atherton

22 Main Street, Atherton - Phone: 4091 7111 Margaret Black: Principal

SETTLE ON ETHEL Ravenshoe • 2 bedrooms • Master with airconditioning • Large living area • Kitchen with walk-in pantry • Deck + pergola • Creek frontage $297,000 ATH23105177 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

fitted This welcoming home has great street appeal and offers easy low maintenance living and investing. A home that has been built, to stand the test of time. Make time to inspect this great find.

SIZE WILL SURPRISE Atherton • 2 bedroom standalone villa • Large open plan living & dining • Galley style kitchen • Covered patio area • Close to town • No Body Corp. fees $269,000 ATH23038488 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

PUB WITH POTENTIAL Mount Surprise • Commercial kitchen • Bar + fridges • Beer garden + seating out front • Self-contained accommodation upstairs • 5x single room dongas $P.O.A. ATH22455185 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450

PEACEFUL LIFESTYLE Malanda • 3 nice sized bedrooms • Master with WIR & deck access • Lovely country kitchen • Open plan living / dining • 4 bay shed with power • Set on 4,008m2 with fruit trees $429,000 ATH23095041 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306

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15. Heavy blackish or dark brown timber. 16. Any of a small set of words in a language that are used as substitutes for nouns. 18. A liquid which has passed through a filter. 19. An assistant to an important person. 21. The vascular tissue in plants which conducts sugars and other metabolic products from the leaves. 22. Persuade (an unwilling person) to do something by using force or threats. DOWN

ACROSS 7. An occupation undertaken for a significant period of a person’s life. 8. A child of one’s uncle or aunt. 9. A spread of finely chopped or pureed seasoned meat. 10. A short road leading from a public road to a house. 11. Proportional. 13. Forming an essential foundation or starting point; fundamental.

1. Used to represent laughter. 2. A journey, especially a long or meandering one. 3. Exist or occur at a date earlier than (something). 4. A certificate entitling the holder to acquire possession of certain portions of public land. 5. Outdated or obsolete through age or new developments. 6. An Italian coffee dessert. 12. Of poor quality and little value. 14. Importance requiring swift action. 17. Extremely foolish. 20. A small freshwater fish related to the carp, typically living in running water.

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Aries

March 21 to April 20

You will have to be careful not to let others find out about your intentions. Don’t deny yourself today. Toning, fitness, pampering should all be scheduled.

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Your relationship is undergoing some changes. You are best to put your efforts into redecorating or inviting friends over. Changes in your domestic situation will prove to be favourable in the long run.

► 3 cups uncooked fusilli pasta ► 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes ► 1 ½ cups cooked chickpeas, rinsed ► 2 cups baby rocket ► 1 cup Persian cucumbers, sliced thinnly ► 1 cup crumbled feta cheese ► 1 cup basil leaves, torn ► ½ cup minced parsley ► ½ cup chopped mint ► ¼ cup toasted pine nuts

Dressing

► ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, more for drizzling ► 3 tablespoons lemon juice ► 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard ► 3 garlic cloves, minced ► 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning ► ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes ► ¾ teaspoon sea salt

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1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare the pasta according to the package directions, or until slightly past al dente. 2. Make the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, dried herbs, red pepper flakes, and salt. 3. Drain the pasta, toss it with a little olive oil and let it cool to room temperature. Transfer to a large bowl with the tomatoes, chickpeas, rocket, cucumbers, feta cheese, basil, parsley, mint, and pine nuts. 4. Pour the dressing and toss to coat. Season to taste with more lemon, salt, pepper, and/or a drizzle of olive oil, if desired, and serve.

Don’t be too eager to give a piece of your mind or even your opinion today. Don’t let an incident at work play on your mind. Don’t let your lover put demands on you.

Scorpio

Libra Sept 24 to Oct 23

Oct 24 to Nov 22

It won’t take much to upset those around you today. Remember; talk to them, not at them. Think twice before you speak and always consider who the other person may be feeling.

Curb any outbursts if your partner has been irritating you lately. You need activity. Your creative talent may well be recognised and appreciated by others today.

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Capricorn

Dec 22 to Jan 20 Keep your cash in your pocket and offer them sound advice rather than your financial assistance. Be sure to spend time helping children with projects that are too difficult for them to accomplish alone.

Do not hesitate to help elders with legal documents that are too confusing for them. You will have a greater involvement in groups; however, they may not be to your advantage.

Aug 23 to Sept 23

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Aquarius

Jan 21 to Feb 19

Use your energy wisely. One of your female friends may try to disrupt your day. Stand up for your rights. Thursday will be your lucky day this week.

Gemini

May 22 to June 21

Attend seminars that will bring you in contact with the right people. Update and review your personal investments. Hobbies will be good for your emotional well being.

Leo

July 23 to Aug 22

Someone envious of your popularity may challenge you to a debate. You will have problems with coworkers if you are too extreme about doing things perfectly. Start sending out those resumes.

Sagittarius

Nov 23 to Dec 21

Your willingness to help others can and will lead to fatigue if you don’t learn to say no. Snap out of it. Ignore colleagues who appear to be going in circles.

Pisces

Feb 20 to March 20

You need to take a break with the ones you love. Difficulties with your mate may lead to isolation. Don’t be afraid to make additions to your house.

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Grant Edward DAVIS Grant passed away on the 25th of May, 2021 at Carinya Home. Aged 71 years. Grant specifically requested that his sincere thanks be expressed to Jodie and the Nursing and Support staff of Carinya for their exceptional care and compassion. Beloved Brother to Desley, Jillda and Kerry (dec.) Much loved Uncle to Sabrina, Jake and Theo. As per his wishes a cremation has been held.

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HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY OLGA GAVIOLI of Banora Point, NSW, who celebrated on the 30th of March, 2021. Congratulations on reaching this amazing milestone. Love from Diana & Bepi, Bianca & Roger and family & friends.

Josephine Mary Fichera 20/12/1949 ~~~ 05/06/2013

If roses grow in heaven, Lord, then pick a bunch for me. Place them in my mother’s arms and tell her they’re from me. Tell her that I love and miss her, and when she turns to smile. Place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for a while. Because remembering her is easy, I do it every day. But there is an ache within my heart that will never go away.

From your loving husband Joe, and children Lenny, Sibi, Gerry, Caroline and families.

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Reid Bailey Ellems Happy 9th Birthday

Mrs Gail Sailor & Family of Atherton invites you to the Tombstone unveiling of Frank Michael George Sailor (Pinky) When: Saturday 3rd July Where: Atherton Cemetery Time: 11am For more information please contact: Mrs Gail Sailor on 0429 359 514

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4TH JUNE 2021

Lots of love, Dad.

Art on the Barron

Wish to express our sincere thanks to the following sponsors and supporters: Mareeba Shire Council and the Queensland Government through RADF Arts Grants, Mareeba Art Society, Col and Deb Beck, Mareeba Mazda, Mareeba Spanish Club, Color Studio, Coffee Works, Skybury, Dale Heiner and Ida Portella Travel.

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Happy 9th Birthday

REID BAILEY ELLEMS 4TH JUNE, 2021 Lots of love Grandad and Nan.

Happy 9th Birthday

Reid Bailey Ellems 4th June, 2021

Love from Great Grandad & Great Nanna.

THANK YOU

The family of Dave Kirk would like to thank everyone who was able to attend his funeral, sent flowers and cards, offered support and wrote messages. We would also like to send thanks to the staff of Alice Street Medical Centre and the Atherton Hospital for their care of Dave. He will be sadly missed.

JIM SABIN

MeMorIal ServIce

To be sold as total sale: $29,000 Phone 0417 643 387

Until mid June.

The Coordinators and Participants of

IN LOVING MEMORY

Comprising of bin tipper, trough tank and elevator gas hot water dip tank, inspection conveyor, brushes, singulator, 7 bin grading conveyor. All in good condition! Also approx. 1900 mango trays, 3 Dix sticker guns and 49 bins.

1/4/45 - 13/05/2021

On behalf of all the family we would like to express our deepest appreciation to everybody for the love and support provided over the time that Jim was ill. We appreciate your kindness, sympathy, cards, flowers and your generosity. We also extend a special thanks to Dr. Grant Manypeney, the Oncology unit in Cairns and the Atherton and Mareeba Hospitals - we greatly appreciate all their help. Forever grateful, Marisa, David & Catherine, Amanda & Ricky, Cleo, Quinn, Eloisa, Alexander & Eleanor.

REID BAILE Y ELLEMS 4th June HAPPY 9TH BIRTHDAY Love from Great Grandma. 2 0 21

WeDDIng

CONTACT: 4092 6969

18FT6 Jayco Sterling Pop Top Caravan. Registered, pull out BBQ, new awning, shower & toilet + extras - too many to mention. $22,000 ono. Ph 0400 858 684 for enquiries.

For rent SERVICED OFFICES FOR RENT

Anisah Ali-Allen

& Caleb Montiadis ~ 5th June, 2021 ~ Congratulations and best wishes on your wedding day. May your lives together be filled with love and happiness always! Love Mum, Dad, Yasin, Nana, Gjyshie and Gjyshya.

1 Jack Street, Atherton P: 0414 700 081 MAREEBA 2 bedroom furnished unit. No pets. $300 p/w. Ph 4092 5225 or 0407 925 225.

Funeral

DEBBIE The Express Newspaper delivers over BOARDMAN Funeral Celebrant 13,000 newspapers to: Final farewells Mareeba, Dimbulah, Kuranda, Walkamin, Tolga, Atherton, with respect. Phone Kairi, Malanda, Millaa Millaa, Yungaburra, Ravenshoe, 0410 328 357 Herberton, Koah, Speewah, Mutchilba, Almaden, Chillagoe, Biboohra, Mt Molloy, Julatten, Mt Carbine, Cooktown, YOUR Lakeland, Laura, Normonton, Mt Surprise, Mt Garnet, LOCAL Croydon, Forsayth, Einsleigh, Karumba, Georgetown, Cairns, Mossman, Port Douglas and many more in CLASSIES between!

$80

Phone 4097 8165 WOODWORKING Machinery. 15” Thicknesser, Dust Extractor, 6” Planer, 10” Table Saw + accessories. Ph 0400 858 684.

MeetIng AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS For friends and family of Alcoholics.

Meetings in Yungaburra P: 0413 346 957

Parkinson’s Support Group Tolga Wednesday 2nd June Tolga Community Centre, 65 Main Street, Tolga 10.00am - 12noon Phone: 0418 783 841

Tolga Seniors Group Tuesday 8th June Tolga Community Centre, 65 Main Street, Tolga 1.30pm - 4.00pm Phone: 0418 783 841

Classified deadlines

4pm Friday prior to the next week’s publication

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CLASSIFIEDS Position Vacant

PuBlic notice

Pets Looking for a new home for

Site Supervisor / Carpenters SITE SUPERVISOR

Wanted to join our team for remote and local works. Must be fully licensed and competent in all aspects of building. Able to interpret plans and liaise with clients. A thorough knowledge of WHS requirements for construction sites is essential. An attractive package is available for the right applicant.

CARPENTERS

We seek fully licensed and competent carpenters for both local and remote works. Must have relevant experience, own transport and tools.

APPLY TO: employment@hcbuilding.com.au

Home Care Support Workers

Atherton/Mareeba Radcare Support Services is a Home Care Package Provider who has been operating on the Atherton Tablelands for over 25 years. We are currently seeking in-home support workers to assist our elderly clients to remain at home independently, by assisting them with services such as domestic duties, transport and social support. We are currently seeking workers to join our growing team in the Atherton and Mareeba area. Successful candidates will need to have: • Cert III in Individual Support or equivalent or intention to study (Exceptions due to relevant experience may be considered) • Have current, or be willing to obtain federal police check and first aid certificate • Reliable vehicle Whilst this is a casual position with minimal hours initially, there is ample opportunity to build up hours for the right person. Salary sacrifice is also offered. If you are an active listener with above average communication skills, who is looking for a rewarding career in a growing industry, please email your resume to:

BIODIVERSITY PROJECT OFFICER • Full Time (75 Hour Fortnight) • Fixed Term until 30 July, 2023 (with possible extension) • Salary Range is $77,215 - $83,579 Per Annum • Cooktown preferred, Atherton by negotiation Cape York NRM works with the people of Cape York to encourage voluntary adoption of improved natural resource management across all land tenures and land uses on Cape York. We help people to work together and promote the sustainable use of Cape York’s natural resources. ABOUT THE POSITION We are seeking a highly skilled, motivated practitioner who is passionate about supporting land managers and communities to implement sustainable practices, and participate in caring for the land. You will need to be a great communicator with a very broad and keen interest in primary production, conservation land management, biodiversity and working with the community. Ideally, you will want to live and work in beautiful Cooktown. This position is responsible for increasing participation of Cape York people in projects focussed on biodiversity, ecosystem health and improved natural resource management. The biodiversity project officer will work across tenures and stakeholders to support land managers to improve land management for conservation and production outcomes. Additional incentive benefits above the salary package are available for employees living and working in Cooktown. To apply online or find out more, download the application kit at: www.capeyorknrm.com.au/about/vacancies Applications close 9am Wednesday 9 June, 2021.

YOUR LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS

Beaurepaires Mareeba is currently looking for an energetic, hardworking team member to fill the role of

ASSISTANT MANAGER

This is a busy store with a great team environment. The role will include: • General office duties, training will be provided • Experience with wheel alignments and or tyre fitting is preferred but not essential Drop your resume directly into the store or contact Rory on 4092 2088 or 0419 868 217

PAINTER REQUIRED For the Atherton Tablelands area, must have own transport.

Wish someone you love a

Please contact 0498 872 533 for more information

Machinery hire

SKID STEER DRY HIRE • Kubota SSV75 Skid Steer + 6-in-1 Bucket • Other Attachments Available for Hire • Hedger, Auger, Trencher • Short & Long Term Hire Options • Competitive Rates

Phone Louise 07 4062 6267

Butcher MOBILE farm butcher. Ph John Hales 0409 638 882.

BILL Black Mobile Butcher. Hang up to 7 days. 0408 922 812.

LOCAL Mobile Farm Butcher - will travel. Ph Bryan 0407 691 752.

ADVERTISING works. Call us on 4092 3464.

Wanted

Contact Hagen on 0413 660 419 SOMETHING to sell? - Email Tash admin@ theexpressnewspaper. com.au for a quote.

OLDER HOUSE

STOLEN FROM MT MOLLOY RESIDENCE

Industrial Sewing Machine, Brother Overlocker, 4 Spools 21.5” Apple Desktop Computer

Please contact the Cairns Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 if you know anything about these stolen items.

YOUR LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS

Two or three bedroom on the outskirts of Mareeba township with one or two acres of land.

Please email: steve@kurandarealestate.com.au Or Phone 0417 766 124 with details

2 or 4 wheels, running or not. Will pay cash! Pick up in most areas.

 0400 079 544

Payment SyStem

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Contact Tash today to place an advert: admin@theexpressnewspaper.com.au or phone 4092 3464.

FOr enquirieS PleaSe PhOne (07) 4092 3464

Call Karl 0447 725 465

WANTED TO BUY

OLD JEWELLERY WATCHES COINS

Boats

Based on the Tablelands. Former Yamaha/Suzuki/Mercury/Honda Dealer.

Wanted to Buy

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

AFFORDABLE OUTBOARD SERVICES

Work Wanted

MOTORCYCLES WANTED

SELL it today! Call Tash on 4092 3464.

GOT A POSITION VACANT?

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EOI-MSC2021-01 OPERATION OF MAREEBA SHIRE COUNCIL ANIMAL FACILITY, REFUGE, IMPOUNDING AND BOARDING Mareeba Shire Council hereby invites written expressions of interest for the operation of the Mareeba Shire Council Animal Facility - 35 Hickling Avenue, Mareeba. Tender documents are available on Council’s online e-procurement system, Tenderlink - www. tenderlink.com/msc. All enquiries or clarifications must be via the online forum which will close 5 days prior to closing time. Council officers are unable to respond to verbal or emailed enquiries. The closing time for electronic lodgement of Tenders is 11.00am Monday 21 June, 2021. Regulation 228(7) of the Local Government Regulation 2012 may be applied. Tender will not be opened publicly. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Peter Franks Chief Executive Officer PO Box 154, MAREEBA QLD. 4880

He’s a 4 year old mixed breed, full male. Gus is a companion dog, so ideally looking for someone he can follow around all day with a big property. He’s a good boy, sweet in nature.

stolen ProPerty

wecare@radcare.com.au

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EMERGENCY DECLARATION Amazon Frogbit Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) has declared Amazon Frogbit Limnobium laevigatum a local pest in accordance with Local Law No. 3 (Community and Environment) 2019. The declaration period is for three months from Wednesday 2 June and applies to the whole TRC Region. TRC will investigate complaints and sightings of Amazon Frogbit on private property and local government-controlled areas. If located, action will be taken to ensure appropriate disposal. Fines may apply for the sale or supply of Amazon Frogbit, and/or for failure to comply with a direction given by TRC’s authorised officers. The Council declaration of Amazon Frogbit can be seen at trc.qld.gov.au.

FIFTY CENT ROUND COINS WATCHES IN ANY CONDITION PREDECIMAL AUS COINS OLD JEWELLERY STAMPS SCRAP GOLD & NUGGETS EARLY BANK NOTES GOLD SOVEREIGNS

PH: 0421 830 923

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SPORT

Ross McGee, Denise McGee, Nancy Turnbull and Neil Turnbull.

Jim Hatchman and Beth Hatchman.

rf Mareeba Tu n Club Autum Race Day

th May Saturday 29

Sisters Rowena Petersen and Celeste Petersen.

Alita Jennings, Jillian Trout and Dallys Perry.

Peter Lewis, Jan Lewis, Glen Richmond and Sheryl Richmond.

Frances Petersen and Sharyn Petersen.

Sisters Donna and Susan.

Trevor Wilson and Alison Wilson.

Fine Jewellery, Watches & Giftware All Jewellery, Watch & Clock Repairs 54 Main Street, Atherton | 4091 1006 Shop 14, Atherton Square, Cook Street, Atherton | 4091 2590 www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

Kyla Cagnin, Shakira Cagnin and Kiera Dalip.

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SPORT Mareeba hosts Marlin Coast rep carnival

Ryan Mawdsley and Warren Thomson try to muster Brennan Collis in the low block.

Ballers as Spoilers

The Mareeba netball courts were full of teams ranging from Tully to Port Douglas as they hosted the Marlin Coast Regional Representative Carnival.

EIGHTEEN teams from around the region including Port Douglas, Tully, Innisfail, Cairns, Atherton and Mareeba all travelled to Mareeba on Sunday May 30 for the Fowler’s Group Marlin Coast Regional Representative Carnival. Marlin Coast Netball Academy presented scholarships to players during presentation to support the travel expenses for upcoming events. Mareeba Netball Association entered four teams in the carnival U16, U15, U14 and

U12. Each team played approximately six games during the day, each were highly competitive. Mareeba Netball President Michelle Cifuentes said that this was the first time the carnival was able to be held in two years. “It was great to see this level of netball return to Mareeba,” she said. “This carnival helps to develop representative teams and prepare them for higher level competition throughout the season. “It also provided opportu-

nity to develop our umpires, coaches and managers, our association was supported throughout the day by a large group of volunteers who helped to make this event a success.” On Saturday June 5 Mareeba Netball will be hosting a round robin mixed netball social competition. Mareeba Netball is encouraging people to join in playing netball during this time and provide a fundraising opportunity for their U15 State Age team who will travel to the Sunshine Coast in July.

THE first game of basketball last Thursday swayed back and forth with the favoured Red Devils scratching out 18 points to the Ballers 13 at quarter time. By the end of the second quarter, Ballers postured for 37 to the Devils 34, By the third quarter the Ballers were just barely holding on at 57 to 55. Ethan Cummings was finding rhythm with his shot (24 points) and making assists to the likes of Dean Gallo, full time score had Ballers emerge 82 to 78. Three of the Devils gener-

ated honourable personal tallies, Zayd Myrteza 27, Zac Myrteza 24, Ricaydan Wason 17. Closing out round 8 of the Mareeba Men’s Basketball Competition, it looked like a six-man squad of Buckets would struggle to run out a full game against the inform team Stingrays. However, the Bucket brigade brought some fire of their own, amassing 91 points to shadow the Stingray haul of 103. Stingray Zemekis Hunter scored 29 points including six triples, ably supported by Ryan

Mawdsley, 23 and captain Warren Thomson 20 points including six triples. Discerning pundits are also now noticing that Mawdsley and Thomson defend tenaciously for the entirety of each game. For the runners up, centre Brennan Collis bagged 43 points and captain Ben Washington chipped in for 27 on a high scoring night. The Buckets really need one more player to conjure genuine mischief for the two top teams in the competition.

Rain kept away for Bulls win AFTER a missed chance due to rain a fortnight ago the Mareeba Bulls Mens Premier Side took ahold of their latest chance last weekend winning against the Southside Comets. Rain dampened play last fortnight but was nowhere to be seen on Saturday as the Mens Premier side took to Lindsay Stadium with blue skies and fire in their eyes.

Coach Angelo Tatti said that it was a hard-fought win and it reminded him of the games played in the 90s and early 2000s. “It was a really good physical game, a tough hard-fought win, the game started nicely then it swung and went really physical with tackles,” he said. “The boys did well I can’t complain, we dominated most

of the match and Souths scored through one of our silly errors. “It’s quite positive going into next week playing against Stratford.” Mareeba was able to come away with a 2-1 win, while the Premier Ladies side had a bye. Up next for the Mareeba Bulls is an away game against the Stratford Dolphins.

Huge Night of Speedway!

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SPORT Meet the Mareeba Gladiators JACK PEDERSEN

Four firsts for first time bodybuilder BY RHYS THOMAS

Who is your favourite football player? Nathan Hindmarsh What is your favourite food? Lasagna What position do you play? Lock What is your favourite part about playing football? I am very competitive, so I like that side of football What is your favourite hobby outside of football? Metal detecting

KERIPO GUTCHEN-GELA

Who is your favourite football player? Greg Inglis What is your favourite food? Coconut Curry Chicken What position do you play? Lock What is your favourite part about playing football? I love the physicality of football What is your favourite hobby outside of football? Golf

Mareeba’s Annette Price took home not one, but four first place positions at the recent Australian National Bodybuilding competition.

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Come and support ! 1 2 0 2 in s r o t a G e h t

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A LOCAL Mareeba woman has broken into the bodybuilding ranks after taking out four first places at the recent Australian National Bodybuilding (ANB) competition held in Townsville. Annette Price participated in the ANB held in Townsville at the end of May, taking out four first place finishes. Competing in the figure international short category, Annette entered as a novice as this was her first time competing and not only did she win both the figure and international short category, but also overall figure from all the categories. This was not all however as she also was voted the best poser out of the figure category, quite an achievement as she only just started to compete in bodybuilding. “I was always into fitness and a few years ago I did a powerlifting comp and came second for my weight grade, after that I decided I wanted to do something a little more challenging,” Annette said. “I feel incredible, I treated this as a stepping stone to really build, to get my foot in the door and really experience what competing is like. “The added bonus just happened to be that I won my categories.” Annette trained under the watchful eye of coach and mentor Joey Clark, another Mareeba bodybuilder who made headlines some years ago contesting Mr Universe. Now Annette will be looking towards next year for the next competition, giving her time to properly prepare.

Mareeba set to host NQ Super Sedan Titles THE Mareeba Speedway will once again come alive with the roaring sounds of engines as they host the NQ Super Sedan Titles to open their racing season. Typically held in Brisbane, the NQ Super Sedan Titles have moved shop from the south east corner and temporarily settled down at the

Mareeba Speedway this Saturday. President of the Mareeba Speedway Zach Howell said he was extremely excited to host the titles and open the racing season. “It’s been a long time since we’ve had a big field of super sedans up here,” he said. “To have the field and the

drivers that are coming up is very exciting. “We (the committee) are very excited to be able to host this event.” The number one super sedan driver in Australia currently, Matt Pascoe, will be making the trip up north to participate in the race.

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SPORT

Step-by-step guide to the great outdoors David Walmsley and Ben Sibthorpe have started the Youtube channel Escape 2 FNQ with the hopes of encouraging visitors and locals alike to explore the surrounding areas.

BY RHYS THOMAS

TWO outdoor enthusiasts have decided to share their passion with the hopes of encouraging people to get out and enjoy the wonders of the far north. Escape 2 FNQ was created by friends Ben Sibthorpe and David (Dave) Walmsley, both

of which are avid hikers, motorbike riders and outdoor explorers. With the aim to encourage people to get outside and enjoy what the surrounding areas have to offer, Ben and Dave created the Escape 2 FNQ youtube channel. Documenting their hikes and rides and other activities they

hope to provide people with a sort of guide on how to get out and start exploring with a stepby-step guide on what to expect and how difficult it may be. “We’re both interested in the great outdoors, but we see there is a lack of information so if you want to go somewhere it’s really hard to find information about trails or walks,” Ben said.

“If your someone new to the area and want to go for one of these walks, where do you go for the information? “We saw a lack of information that may be hampering people getting outside and exploring the local areas.” After seeing this lack of information Ben and Dave took it upon themselves to use their

knowledge of the area and their passion, to assist those who may want to explore, but do not have the means or the confidence. This also provides visitors a chance to explore the Tablelands area without much difficulty having detailed videos of the areas, hikes or walks already done.

Now with Escape 2 FNQ, people can watch detailed videos about certain hikes, areas or rides and know what to expect, what to take and how difficult it may be. If your interested to watch these helpful videos search up Escape 2 FNQ on Youtube.

BOOK ONLINE NOW! fnqhub.com.au

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