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TRC hands down budget By Rebecca Wallis

There were no surprises in Tablelands Regional Council’s budget when it was handed down last week, with councillors and officers sticking to their word and freezing this financial year’s rates revenue in order to address the errors. An overall increase of 6 per cent forms part of a plan to average out the rates over a two year period from this and the last financial years in order to redress the mistakes made in the 201718 rating calculations. Mayor Joe Paronella said the budget is “the start of the next chapter for council and the community” and stated that council had worked hard to address the mistakes that were made. “Part of this process is to place a freeze on total general rates revenue for 2018-19,” he said. “And cap Category F and G rates so no ratepayer will have an increase greater than 15 per cent.

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“Rates redistributions in 2018-19 will resolve the errors from 2017-18 where some ratepayers paid more than intended and some ratepayers paid less than intended.” But the mood around the table was sombre as the councillors each expressed “mixed feelings” about endorsing a budget that showed a forecast deficit of $2.9million. “I believe we have done the best we can, within the parameters we find ourselves,” said Deputy Mayor Katrina Mellick. “But, to my mind, we still have a considerable way to go before I can claim contentment with our position. “This is why I am supporting this budget on the premise that we as a council consistently and conscientiously monitor our performance and continually refine and improve our position over the months ahead. This will include strategic reviews on our assets, roads, water and general efficiencies to name just a few areas of focus.” Continued P3

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Christmas has come early for Mareeba businesses with the CBD buzzing with Grey Nomads that have made their annual pilgrimage north for their usual mid-winter celebrations. The event, which is hosted by the Far North Nomads Chapter of the Campervan and Motorhome Club (CMCA) of Australia and supported by Mareeba Shire Council, is in its 21st year and offers visitors a variety of fun and interesting events. Mayor Tom Gilmore said he is thrilled that the sun-seekers chose to make Mareeba home for a while as part of their travels. “As the Mayor I am thrilled to bits that people come and stay here and then they go on the road and tell people to come and stay here as well,” he said. “We get the continuing economic development. They buy fuel, buy food, they bring an enormous amount of economic activity to the town.” Hundreds of motorhomes and caravans head to Davies Park for the four day festival every year. Cr Gilmore said he and other councillors before him have

Milly Virtue, Coordinator of Far North Nomads and MSC deputy mayor Allan Pedersen at the official opening of the Christmas in July celebrations at Davies Park, Mareeba.

worked hard to make the travel“It was a very wise idea,” lers feel welcome and enhance he said. “We encourage them to Mareeba as an ‘RV friendly’ come as much as possible. They town. get access to the football field

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for four days and there’s around “There are a number of peo200 RV’s. The Leagues Club feed ple who have visited Mareeba as them and they have a wonderful a town and now brought a home time. and live here.

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The rise in cleaner living has meant one Mareeba business has boomed in recent years prompting a move to larger premises this week. Essence of Organics has been based on Walsh Street for 13 years but as of Monday is now known as the Wholefood Supermarket. Now situated at 303 Byrnes Street, the business has undergone a massive transformation and will soon be incorporating a wholefood cafe and treatment rooms such as massage, reiki and acupuncture. Managing Director Michelle Eugster said she had been looking to expand for the past five years. “I think we’ve seen a growth because our prices are so competitive,” she said. “Our quality is so much better than what you’d get elsewhere.

It’s fresh so it lasts longer for the customer so that’s really brought people in and seeing that we aren’t three times or twice more expensive – in fact some things are cheaper than what you get in the other supermarkets. “It’s the family feel but with that more supermarket style.” The Wholefood Supermarket will offer the same range of foods and products that were available at the old shop, but with a bigger variety. The largely locally-grown selection of food is also mostly organic, chemical free, spray free, toxic free, nitrate free and sugar free. It’s a way of living that is becoming more and more popular. The supermarket officially opened for business on Monday with the cafe and treatment rooms to follow soon.

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Councillor Kate Eden said it was an uncomfortable position to be in. “The long term forecast is for an operating deficit of between $2.4m and $500,000 for the next five years until we get our heads above water,” she said.“This is not a happy position to be in but should not come as a surprise considering we’re still recovering from getting ripped off through de-amalgamation.” The mood was reflected on the street as a group of ratepayers once again used vehicle signs to communicate their intention to keep the pressure on council. “There’s concerns still about council’s behaviour and the way they’re going,” said Lyn O’Connor a member of the Rate Payers Action Group. “I believe that it’s a reminder to council that people are concerned and that they’re watching and have high expectations of council now in the recovery.” Mrs O’Connor said there was apprehension from rate payers in anticipation of their rates notices after last year’s steep hikes and

the calculations bungle. “There’s a lot of concern until people receive their rates notices. There are rural landholders that have got their 15 per cent cap last year and are facing another 15 per cent increase this year. That’s still steep so there’s concern.” Deputy Mayor Katrina Mellick urged rate payers to contact councillors if they had any issues with their rates notices. “May I stress how important I think it is for TRC rate payers to pick up the phone or come and see us to check how the Rates Rectification Strategy is going to affect you in the hip pocket as,” she said. “Although we have frozen the general rates revenue as a whole and ensured that on average over the two year period 17/18 and 18/19 that general rates (not including fees and charges) will be increasing, on average 3 per cent per annum, this will look very different for each ratepayer and across all rating categories.” Cr Mellick also spoke about taking some of the issues with the budget to the Northern Alliance of Councils meeting at the

end of August to get the LGAQ to lobby the State to review this system. “In relation to our Category F and G ratepayers; I believe we have left no stone unturned in looking at how we can best minimise the effect of valuations on the rates,” she said. “As I have said before; I truly believe that the State legislated system is a blunt instrument especially for cases that fall outside of the norm; but it is the system we have – and no one has come up with a better one.” Councillor Anthony Ball echoed the other councillors when he spoke about the essential need of the council to minimise its spending. “We’ve got to look at our service levels, we’ve got to look at what our community wants, what our needs are,” he said. “So there’s a lot riding on the next 12 months. If our community is tightening their belts, we’ve got to tighten our belts as well.” Councillors also spoke about creating an ‘enterprise entity’ to bring more money into council’s coffers and relieve the pressure on rate payers.

Tablelands Regional Council Mayor Joe Paronella handed down the 2018-19 budget at last week’s council meeting.

Water and roads priorities Pot holes in the roads and boil water notices – two of probably the biggest gripes from ratepayers living in the southern Tablelands and yet roads and water infrastructure sit at the top of council’s list of capital works expenditure for the year. $11.9million will be spent fixing up the roads in the shire over the next 12 months making it the biggest outlay of money for the council by far. Second on the list is water and waste-water infrastructure

totalling $8.9million in capital works – $5.6million of which will be spent upgrading the Herberton water supply. “Our 450km of ageing water pipes and infrastructure continue to challenge our resources,” said Mayor Joe Paronella. “The development of a region-wide Water Infrastructure Strategy will ensure our water-future is well planned and financed and that further investment is cost effective and targeted to improve water qual-

ity, reliability and security.” The upgrade of the Ravenshoe sewerage treatment plant will also be complete as part of this year’s budget expenditure. But Division 2 councillor Annette Haydon who represents the people of Mt Garnet and Ravenshoe had little to say about the overall budget. “Budget’s are good for some, not for others,” she said. “Small outlying communities miss out year after year. Sometimes outlying areas are not all about roads.”

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Mareeba State School is gearing up for its 125th anniversary weekend on October 12-14. New shirts have been made to celebrate the momentous occasion, modelled here by some of the staff. An exciting weekend of events is planned for October including the opening of the 25 year old time capsule, a colour run and a meet and greet of past faces, as well as tours of the school and a cake cutting ceremony. Don’t miss it!

SunWater will undertake aerial herbicide spraying of water hyacinth by helicopter at Lake Tinaroo over the coming weeks in cooperation with Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) and Biosecurity Queensland (BQ). The operation will occur on the western side of Lake Tinaroo up to Tobacco Hill in stages between August 3 and September 3, weather permitting. Herbicide will be applied to the weed mat surface only and SunWater is asking residents to avoid contact with water hyacinth in the targeted areas during the notified spray period. There are no forecast risks to aquatic life or water quality and Lake Tinaroo will remain open and accessible throughout the operation via northern entrances. SunWater Executive General Manager – Operations Colin Bendall said aerial spraying was the most effective way to access and treat the outbreak quickly. “Water hyacinth is a floating water weed introduced from South America and is a major pest of creeks, rivers and dams,” Mr Bendall said. “Untreated, it can choke wetlands and waterways, kill native wildlife and interfere with recreational use. Water hyacinth depletes waterways of

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Mareeba businesswoman Bronwyn Price and her sister Tracy Townsend are about to embark on the biggest challenge of their lives - hiking half way up Mount Everest. The pair have spent the last three months training for the epic adventure in October for one really good reason - their mum. Lorraine Townsend was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s five years ago when she was 70. “We’ve lost our mum,” said Tracy. “We’ve got a second mum so that’s been a big adjustment for us to go through. The mum we grew up with and know, she’s gone. “It’s a bit of a bizarre situation in a way because she’s not died, she’s still here. “You do still get glimpses of her but she doesn’t really know we’re her daughters anymore.” Bronwyn and Tracy have

seen first hand what this debilitating disease can do to a person and their family and want desperately to try and raise awareness and money to help in any way they can. When Dementia Australia announced they were organising a fundraising hike to the Base Camp of Mount Everest, they jumped at the opportunity. Well, Tracy did. “I didn’t send it to Tracy because I knew if I did she would want to do it and then I would have to,” laughed Bronwyn. Tracy is the older adventurous sister who was already reasonably fit as an avid runner. Bronwyn, on the other hand, was juggling kids and a business and did not think that training for a major hike 5,600m above sea level was going to be part of her immediate future. Despite that, ironically, a trek to Everest Base Camp was always on both girls’ bucket lists. “You can save money and do what you can yourself, but something like this can give exposure

to the disease and we just know so many people who are going through it,” said Bronwyn. “But I still have moments where I don’t know if I can do it. It’s full on.” The sisters have tackled every mountain in the region to gain some experience of hiking uphill. Bronwyn said she is having to put in extra effort to catch up to Tracy’s level of fitness, which for her means exercising before work, at lunch and after work. They’ve also just been taken under the wing of Scott Payne from Cairns Altitude Training. Even though it is only the Everest Base Camp, the air will still thin out and the girls will need to learn to utilise the little available oxygen whilst continuing to walk for six hours a day. Altitude sickness is very common. They’ll be carrying around 10kg of weight for the 11 days which will include food, water and emergency gear in case of a storm. It is literally no walk in the

park and people have been known to die doing the exact same trek. “I’m scared we won’t make it, I’m scared we won’t make it for mum even though we’ve done all the fundraising,” said Tracy. “I want to get there. I want to do that for mum and I want to do it for us because we’re putting in a lot of work.” It’s not just physically exhausting and dangerous, but will also be a real test of mental strength too. “It’s scary because it’s so different to anything we’ve ever done,” said Bronwyn. “But if we’re ever going to be able to help make a change, this is how we’re going to help.” The girls are hoping to raise $5000 for Dementia Australia, a national charity for people living with all forms of dementia, their families and carers and represent the 413,106 Australians living with dementia. You can donate by heading to www.justgiving.com/fundraising/traceybron

Local irrigators encouraged to participate in water needs survey Customers of the Mareeba-Dimbulah Irrigation Area (MDIA) are urged to participate in a water needs survey for the proposed Nullinga Dam to help paint a clear picture of long-term water sustainability for agriculture. Building Queensland is partnering with water provider Sunwater to assess the economic viability of the proposed dam on the Walsh River, about 55km southwest of Cairns, and is currently seeking data from users under a Request for Information (RFI). The proposed dam could provide up to 88,000 megalitres of medium priority water. Joe Moro, chair of FNQ Growers whose members com-

prise a large number of MDIA customers, said the RFI provided an important opportunity for all existing and future MDIA users to provide data for the future water needs of the region. “Growers of all commodities that use water from the MDIA are encouraged to provide information about their potential future water needs,” Mr Moro said. “I would be encouraging all growers to use this opportunity to review their individual operations and determine what, if any, future water needs they may have.” The RFI seeks data on intended water use, potential price point, water quality, indicative time for water uptake and pre-

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ferred water priority and supply approach, for new and existing users. Mr Moro said while the detailed information was being sought primarily to assess water requirements from Nullinga Dam, data of this nature could be used to help assess the feasibility of other future water infrastructure including the North Johnstone River diversion and modernisation of the MDIA scheme. “The development of a detailed business case is a significant step towards securing future water supplies for the growth of agriculture on the Tablelands and the horticultural industry is pleased that there is movement on this issue,” Mr Moro said.

“However, as we have stated before, we believe that the proposed dam is part of a threepoint water strategy to guarantee future growth and sustainability. “Therefore this data collection presents a critical opportunity which will hopefully paint a clear picture of what is needed to deliver long-term water sustainability for agriculture in the region.” For more information visit http://www.marsdenjacob.com. au/nullinga-dam-RFI/ or contact SunWater Customer Support on 13 15 89. All submissions to the RFI must be received no later than 5:00pm on Friday, 3 August 2018.

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Award-winning store Rockmans Mareeba store manager Joanne Hohnberg won the Small Business of the Year award.

Rockmans Mareeba store Manager Joanne Hohnberg has won the Queensland Training awards accolade of Small Business of the year for the tropical north Queensland region. Joanne has been manager of the store for eight years and takes great satisfaction in offering trainee ships twice a year to local high school girls. “We offer the traineeships to local school children and we

give them the opportunity to get a certificate III in retail at the end of the program. “We try and install some kind of work ethic so that once they leave here it will help them with whatever they want to do in life whether its in retail or not.” she Said. “A lot of the kids may go on to University and if they have some retail background they can put themselves through Uni

they can go out and work because they have that certificate to prove they have work experience in the retail sector”. “I believe there should be more businesses in town that offer these incentives to our high school children, the rebates we get from the government throughout the year virtually covers the cost of putting kids through the traineeship”. Joanne went on to say that,

“In small rural towns school kids don’t often get an opportunity to get out there and get work experience and if businesses don’t offer something then they are already behind everyone else”. “I encourage small business within our community to get on board the traineeships program and get behind our kids”. Joanne will be attending the Queensland finals which will be held in Brisbane in September.

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Attention Atherton ratepayers – it seems you no longer have to pay your rates! Just state that you have been told verbally that it’s ok for you not to pay your rates. Obviously, this is not true and in fact ludicrous. Yet a similar thing seems to be happening currently in Atherton. A business started in May whilst waiting for DA approval. The reason: they claim to have been told verbally by the council that this is ok. This is actually illegal and the business could be liable for a fine of up to hundreds of thousands of dollars. The council is not yet due to approve the application until their next meeting. It seems the TRC is not going to even deliver a slap on the wrist. Christine Doan has been pilloried trying to create a level playing field for all businesses and for trying to get the Council to stick to their own town plan. Talk about attacking the messenger – The Tablelander seems to have conveniently overlooked the illegality of the business in question opening and running months prior to the possibility of getting a DA approval. Is this a way to encourage other businesses? Christine was not attacking businesses at all – she was highlighting the council’s own due processes and planning principles which seem to have been swept aside in this instance. I work with Christine and know her as a dedicated volunteer who has selflessly helped hundreds of battling small businesses. Is this a way to encourage volunteers? Seamus Campbell Mareeba

Water ownership decision is complete and utter rubbish STATE owned rain ... Farmers from all over Queensland must get together and rally against this latest money grab by Queensland State government. If it rains on your land and you find that the water has run somehow into your dams that you dug and paid for YOU will have to pay the government for that water...you godda be kidding! At a time of crippling drought when farmers are stressed to the max. those thoughtless, overpaid city people in Brisbane living between coffees and the gym have come up with yet another way to tax the people on the land. The only way to combat this rubbish is to get together and tell them NO... IT IS NOT YOUR RAIN and we will not cooperate! Farmers need to form ‘a giant water holding company’ and when the rain happens to land in your dams charge the Government for storage. Do it now do not wait...the majority of town folk are on your side as we can see that this decision is complete and utter rubbish. This is

just the beginning of something bigger and is pushing farm and station people to the brink, there have been too many suicides on the land. Grahame West, Ravenshoe

Australia’s economy is sinking fast Is the Prime Minister living a lie when he keeps telling the Australian public that economic growth is going ‘gang busters’ and that thousands of jobs are being created monthly? Statistics tell us another story. If one has a part time job for only a couple of hours a week, you are counted as being employed, little wonder the job figures quoted look good. These part time workers are desperately trying to find other gainful employment in order to make ends meet. No real wage increases for the middle to lower income workers for a number of years now has cut spending power drastically. People haven’t the money, hence businesses are hurting. One only has to travel from town to town throughout the country and witness shop after shop closed because businesses can’t survive in todays economic climate. The recent closure of the Mareeba RSL Club is just another example. The club president stating that all businesses are doing it tough. Entrepreneur and proud Australian Dick Smith has had to close his food business due to the unrelenting competition from a giant supermarket chain. Dick has given us all a real and serious warning that the current economic direction for this country will destroy Australia as we know it. The end result will be a lot more poor people. Just as Stalinist communism destroyed the Eastern block countries in Europe, ultra capitalism will destroy the western world as we know it. All the sugar coating done by our politicians isn’t going to improve an economy that is currently akin to a town sewerage pit and we’re sinking in it. Jerry Micola, Tolga

Massive thanks to Herberton Police

Shane Knuth, the State Member for Hill and myself recently held a community meeting in Herberton. Several of the people that attended the meeting raised the issue of youth crime. But those present at this meeting spoke very highly of the officers currently serving at the Herberton Police Station, notably the progress that has been made by them in fighting youth crime. All those that attended agreed that the crime in the town is at an unprecedented level. I have written officially to the Police Station and wanted to share this praise publically to convey the message of gratitude that was strongly delivered from the Herberton community. Hon Bob Katter Federal Member for Kennedy

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Walkamin people win landmark case By Rebecca Wallis

A Landmark application to build an agricultural supplies store in Walkamin was knocked back last week by Tablelands Regional councillors. Despite the officer’s recommendation to approve the development, councillors unanimously voted against the application siding with the town’s residents who objected to the business moving in so close to their homes. “The locals have all said to me it’s not that they don’t want Landmark to come to town, they do, but they just don’t want this site,” said Councillor Owen Byrnes. “Landmark is a great Aus-

tralian company and so many times in this shire we hear where people aren’t getting enough development, we aren’t creating enough industry and then we get this great company come and want to invest in our community and it’s great to see, but at the end of the day my job here is represent the people of Walkamin. “We’ve had a lot of discussions around the subject and the Walkamin people have raised some concerns, a few quite legitimate ones that I can see.” The application was inconsistent with the planning scheme for the area and therefore was recommended for approval by officers with conditions to limit the negative impact on the community. Councillor Kate Eden said

Barbara and Neil McInnes with neighbour and fellow opposing resident Harry McLean last month before a decision was made by councillors to reject the application.

she was voting with her head and her heart. “Logic says I am reluctant to go against the officer’s recommendation but at the same time I would be devastated if something like this moved in next door to me,” she said. Instead Cr Eden put forward

an alternative motion that refused the application which will be endorsed at the next meeting. The motion said that the application conflicts with a relevant instrument and that there are insufficient grounds for approving the application given the conflicts.

Walkamin to be investigated as potential agri-business centre The refusal of an application by Landmark to go ahead with a new business venture in the township of Walkamin raised some questions for Tablelands Regional councillors about the viability of Walkamin as a future hub of agricultural businesses. The councillors unanimously agreed that they were thrilled to

have a company like Landmark want to invest in their region and wanted to look at alternative viable options for the business within the area whilst simultaneously exploring Walkamin as a business hub for the future. “I will be putting forward a request to work with the planning department to investigate

the feasibility of Walkamin as a rural industry support hub because Landmark has actually made a pretty sensible business decision here,” said Councillor Kate Eden. “Walkamin is a great central location to service the rural area and if there’s a suitable location that can be found for them that would be a great way

forward.” “No one wants business beside their home, but how do we make our region prosper?” said Councillor Annette Haydon. “I support the people of Walkamin and this development can change the rural village that they live in. I’d like to see something else on the table.”

Funding shows confidence in Mareeba shire TWO projects in Mareeba Shire have been shortlisted for a share of $70 million in the latest round of the Queensland Government’s Building our Regions (BoR) program. Mareeba Shire Mayor Tom Gilmore said Council submitted an expression of interest to expand the already thriving Mareeba Industrial Park and the upgrade the sewerage pump station at Barang Street in Kuranda. “The fact we have been shortlisted to apply for funding for these two projects is a vote of confidence from the Government in the progress of the Shire,” Cr Gilmore said. “Past experiences prove that we are able to deliver projects of this magnitude and can see the benefits the BoR program generates through job creation, economic and social benefits. “We thank the Queensland Government for this opportunity to apply in the latest round of the Queensland Government’s Building our Regions program and we will certainly be proactive in lodging an application in the next stage of the process.” Stage 3 of the Mareeba Industrial Park Development at Keegan Street Mareeba which will make available heavy industry-zoned industrial land for large-scale development of commercial and industrial agriculture services. “The Mareeba Industrial Park

is exceeding our expectations and we are delighted about that. Stage 3 is desperately needed to meet the demand that is escalating in response to increased agriculture production and value-added manufacturing in Far North Queensland,” Cr Gilmore said. Councillor Gilmore said the Barang St pump station had not had sufficient capacity for some time. “The storage has to be increased to meet the current demand with additional capacity to meet future loading,” he said. Council has committed to funding up to its portion of the project costs to increase the capacity of the pump station under the 2018/19 capital works program, subject to the approval of BoR funding. Member for Barron River Craig Crawford said the Mareeba Shire Council’s Barang Street Sewerage Pump Station Upgrade was much needed in Kuranda. “There’s a growing population and plans for expanded tourism in the region, which makes this project very important to support Kuranda’s future growth,” Mr Crawford said. Member for Cook Cynthia Lui said any of the 11 projects shortlisted from her electorate would deliver great benefits to their respective communities. “I look forward to seeing many of these projects become a reality,” Ms Lui said.

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Tablelands Regional Council Mayor Joe Paronella, Atherton Rotarian Jo Barnes, Lesa Pershouse, President of Atherton Rotary Club, Project Manager Brian McLaren and Senator James McGrath – Patron of the Project.

History restored at Rocky Creek Men and women who served in the Second World War were remembered last week at the Rocky Creek Igloo, a building that was once the entertainment hub for one of Queensland’s most significant World War II military hospitals. Minister for Regional Development, Territories and Local Government John McVeigh said the military hospital at Rocky Creek, near Tolga, had been the largest in the Southern Hemi-

sphere and the restoration of the Igloo would highlight the Tablelands region’s rich wartime history. “The restoration of the Rocky Creek Igloo, which hosted entertainment for thousands of staff and patients at the hospital, will preserve and commemorate this important piece of Australian history,” Dr McVeigh said. “The investment in this restoration will also establish the Rocky Creek Igloo as a tourism

asset that will draw new visitors to the Tablelands, giving a boost to this region which played a significant part in the war.” Patron of the project and Senator for Queensland James McGrath said the Igloo, one of six built on the Atherton Tablelands and the only one still standing, would be used as a military museum, entertainment centre and meeting venue now that facilities were complete. “This Igloo is continuing to

serve our community, providing a venue for local events and a meeting place for military service organisations,” Senator McGrath said. “The revenue raised from the use of the reIgloo will go towards ensuring the ongoing sustainability of this fantastic community facility.” The Igloo Restoration project was jointly funded with the Coalition Government investing $90,200 and Rotary Club of Atherton Inc. $95,474.

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Second Lieutenant Andrew Kendel Duke was piloting P-38 Lightning (below) when he was killed near Biboohra.

World War II US flyer to be honoured at Biboohra Proceeds of the 2017 Mareeba Military Muster and donations from a number of organisations including relatives in the USA have gone towards a long overdue memorial to honour the tragic loss of US Flyer who was killed on the 9th August 1943, near Biboohra. Second Lieutenant Andrew Kendel Duke was piloting P-38 Lightning Serial No 43-2200, that was attached to the 5th Air Force, 475 Fighter Group, 431st Fighter Squadron. At 16.05hrs on the above date 2nd Lt Duke experienced engine trouble during flight over Mareeba during his flight from Amberley to New Guinea. Due to this engine trouble Duke requested to land at Mareeba airfield but was advised to circle as the airstrip was being utilised at the time but to return to land shortly thereafter. As Lt Duke circled, the aircraft experienced further serious engine difficulties and it quickly came apparent Duke was unable to land at the airfield. Duke decided to attempt a single engine landing north from Mareeba to Biboohra. The aircraft began to lose altitude, and tragically crashed near the small township of Biboohra. Duke was killed instantly suffering horrific internal injuries and burns from the aircraft crash, and post explosion. The Memorial will stand within the garden area of the Biboohra Cash Store and Service Station along the Mulligan Highway. An official service is also being planned for Saturday 2pm on August 11, 2018, 75 years after the tragic event, with

anyone wishing to attend. Memorial Co-ordinator Michael Musumeci said; “Prior to the memorial Service, the plaque will be on display at the 2018 Mareeba Military Muster on the 4th and 5th August to show the community what their donations have contributed to. We are also very grateful for all of these donations as well as added contributions from Lt Duke’s family, the Mareeba RSL Sub branch and the Vietnam and Veterans Motorcycle Club who have all assisted in making this a reality”. Without the support of the public to our musters we would never be able to remember and honour our rich Far North Queensland military history. The history of Mareeba’s military history is something that should never be forgotten, and Mareeba played a vital and essential part during World War II. This memorial is a fitting tribute to honour Lt Andrew Kendel Duke, and needs to be not only highlighted to our visitors, but also to the younger generations, as he paid the ultimate sacrifice in such turbulent times. Lt Duke’s Niece Elizabeth Duke Hellman said; “To honor Americans who gave their lives is a special kind of calling. Not many (anywhere in the entire world) would be as diligent, as hard-working, as generous, and as determined. That’s a gift that is especially rare. You do Australia proud. “My grandparents, my father, and my aunt would have been intensely and eternally grateful for the privilege you are bestowing on Ken. They would never have imagined such an accolade. “

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RSL defends closure of Mareeba club A representatrive of the state branch of the RSL released a statement last week in response to Bob Katter who “demanded answers” after a string of RSL club closures in his electorate, including Mareeba. Mr Katter said he “holds grave suspicions about the closure of yet another RSL club, this time in Mareeba, and is determined to get to the bottom of it”. “There are now five RSL clubs in the Kennedy electorate that have closed – Mareeba, Atherton, Tully, Mt Isa and Charters Towers.” he said. “So what is going on here? We need to ask for an Inquiry by the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA), the closure of five clubs is beyond the realm of comprehension. “Is the only common thread

here; someone pushing the needle from Brisbane, perhaps? “We want investigations and we want answers because these have been wonderful services to our community particularly Mareeba – it dominates the main street and is one of the major watering holes in town.” But the response by Queensland RSL claimed that Mr Katter’s statement was incorrect. “The media release issued by Mr Bob Katter MP contained several factual errors and allegations, which RSL Queensland would like to correct,” it said. “The Mareeba RSL Club has closed because it was not financially viable. The club was a separate commercial entity, which operated out of premises owned by the Mareeba RSL Sub Branch. The Sub Branch provided rent

relief and other assistance over several years to help the Club trade out of its financial difficulties. “RSL Queensland has no financial interest in the Mareeba RSL Club and did not influence the decision by Club members to close. “The Mareeba RSL Sub Branch has not closed and will continue to support local veterans as it has for many years. “The RSL Clubs in Atherton and Tully were also separate commercial entities, while the RSL Sub Branches in Mount Isa and Charters Towers operated their associated Clubs. In all cases, the Sub Branches have not closed and continue to carry out welfare activities supporting current and ex-service people in their local communities.”

Atherton RSL needed now more than ever By Rebecca Wallis

Despite last week’s closure of Mareeba’s RSL club, it’s not all doom and gloom for the organisation locally, particularly in Atherton where the sub-branch has just received a $359,000 grant to build its new club building. Rob Moss from the Atherton sub-branch said RSL’s are in more demand than ever.

“They are needed more so now,” he said. “With the younger veterans, they seem to be coming through wanting more support and someone to have a chat to.” Atherton RSL’s sub-branch has been running since 1932, but in 2008 the club closed its doors leaving its welfare officers to make house calls to continue to provide the same level of support to its military veterans. The new building is only in

the planning stages but when the club reopens its doors it will give those in need somewhere to go. It has been funded by a Building Better Regions grant. “It will mean more privacy for them, more confidentiality,” said Mr Moss of the new club that is being planned for a site on Railway Lane next to the Men’s Shed. “The RSL here is very much alive and needed and respected for the work they do.”

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LIEUTENANT ANDREW KENDEL DUKE Serial 073 761 57 ~ United States Army Air Force

The general public is officially invited to attend the Memorial Service to be held on Saturday the 11th of August, 2018 commencing at 2.00pm to honour and remember the life of Lt. Andrew Kendel Duke. On the 9th of August 1943, Lt. Duke was piloting P-38 Lightning, Serial 43-2200 on a flight from Amberley to New Guinea. At 16.05hrs his aircraft experienced engine trouble and requested to land at Mareeba airfield. As he circled, the aircraft experienced further engine difficulties, and was unable to land. Lt. Duke was tragically killed when his aircraft crashed into bushland near the township of Biboohra, Queensland. The Memorial Service will respectfully be conducted on the site of the Lt. Duke Memorial, located within the confines of the Biboohra Store / Servo gardens along the Mulligan Highway, corner of Bilwon Road, Biboohra. The newly constructed Memorial is a permanent reminder to present and future generations, of the ultimate sacrifice that was made by Lt. Andrew Duke, and a significant historical icon within our region that will enshrine the memory of him.

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Horse therapy to help at risk youths

By Rebecca Wallis

A brand new service is being offered to at risk youths on the Tablelands that involves interaction with horses as a way of encouraging emotional engagement. Horses Helping Humans uses body language techniques and horse whispering to empower struggling young people. It is a revolutionary approach to troubled kids that has taken off across Australia and is now available locally. Sue Spence created the Horse Whispering Youth Charity program after struggling herself with ADHD, exercise addiction and acute anxiety. She was also diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent a double mastectomy. “I can’t even articulate how bad my anxiety got,” she said. “Recovering from surgery, I wasn’t sleeping. I was really un-

well, but I reconnected with my love of horses and started training in natural horsemanship (aka horse whispering) and the impact on my anxiety was amazing. “To work with a horse, you need to breathe and relax, change your body language … I thought it wasn’t fair that people who didn’t have horses weren’t being exposed to these amazing techniques, so I put together a workshop.” Sue has over 40 years of equestrian experience and has specialised in natural horsemanship for the last 16 years. Now a horse whisperer, public speaker and author she teaches communication skills to corporate groups and underprivileged youth using the principles of natural horsemanship. Sue was on the Tablelands recently training Tolga-based Wendy Pearce to be a facilitator and said the Horses Helping Humans

Wendy Pearce (left) is now a facilitator for the Horses Helping Humans programs created by Sue Spence (right).

Youth Program is a unique program that is providing a genuine alternative to the more traditional methods of assisting young disadvantaged people into a functional and fruitful life. Now struggling young people from the Tablelands can access the three week program to learn the basics of horsemanship

ground work (no riding involved) which are based on mutual respect and trust between horse and handler. “Horses have feelings just like us and if we use the right energy and body language around us then straight away they start to feel a rapport,” said Sue. “They see the horse is start-

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ing to trust them. When we have young domestic violence victims they are not used to being respected and the confidence this gives them is amazing. It’s very powerful.” Wendy is now working with some of the local community groups to engage with disadvantaged and struggling young people through the techniques she has learned from Sue.

“In my own personal experience, I suffered depression at one part of my life,” said Wendy. “I know how much the horses helped me and I want others to have the same opportunity I had. “It’s a niche that’s not being fulfilled here so maybe I can give some hope.” Wendy can be contacted on 0427 008 778.

Mossman Mill set to change hands Far Northern Milling Pty Ltd announced today that it had entered into a conditional contract to buy Mossman Mill from Mackay Sugar Limited (“MSL”) When MSL announced last year that they would be selling Mossman Mill in order to focus on their Mackay assets the local growers realised that the only way to secure the future of the mill and their farming businesses was to pool their resources and find a way to acquire the mill. The three Bargaining Agents representing the cane farmers Mossman CANEGROWERS, Tableland CANEGROWERS and Australian Cane Farmers Association have worked closely together to form Far Northern Milling which will buy the mill. Maryann Salvetti, Chair of Tableland CANEGROWERS and a Director of Far Northern Milling saidL “A lot of work has to be done to meet the conditions required for the transaction to complete. However, the foundations are in place to buy the mill and secure the future for the growers, mill workers andthe township of Mossman.” “The hardest and most critical part was to secure long term supply arrangements with growers and to raise funds from growers for the transaction” Mrs Salvetti said. “We have sufficient commitment of tonnage to ensure the mill can remain viable. To be fair on growers we made contribution to costs optional but found the majority of growers prepared to contribute to costs and ownership in the new entity. In fact, many have said they would contribute more than was requested

from them”. Chairman of Australian Cane Farmers Association and Director of Far Northern Milling, Don Murday, said that he was incredibly pleased with the outcome, “The situation has been fragile for some time. However when the Tableland growers confirmed their support to continue to supply cane to Mossman Mill we knew there was a pathway forward to keep the mill viable.” Once the future of the mill is stabilised the plan is to create long term value by producing higher value products. Rajinder Singh from Tableland CANEGROWERS who is a Director of Far Northern Milling has been leading the value adding initiatives. He said, “We have significant spare land adjacent to the mill where we plan to create the “Daintree Bio Precinct”. “This will be an area in which we can provide infrastructure and renewable energy solutions so that we can create low impact, high value adding processing facilities. Our initial focus is on green chemicals” Liza Giudice who is a Director of Far Northern Milling and Mossman CANEGROWERSs said she was excited about the prospects for younger growers in the area. “The uncertainty about the future of the mill has meant that younger growers have been hesitant to invest in their businesses and some have considered leaving the area,” she said. “If we can secure the future of the mill it will give younger growers the confidence to invest in the existing farms and also take on more area.”

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Bright future for Ravenshoe By Rebecca Wallis

Ravenshoe has a bright and bustling future ahead of it thanks to a master plan undertaken by Tablelands Regional Council with the help of the local community and James Cook University students. Councillors endorsed the Ravenshoe Town Master Plan at last week’s meeting which lays the pathway for future development and aims to attract more visitors, rejuvenate economic activity and provide a vision for a “vibrant and visible town centre”. The plan was created with the help of planning students at James Cook University and involved listening to the locals via three community sessions held in the town earlier this year. Councillor Annette Haydon was instrumental in the plan. “This master plan was well received by Ravenshoe and will benefit Ravenshoe into the future,” she said.

“Not everyone likes what is in the master plan, but it is a way forward and allows the residents some ownership of what will happen in the future.” The plan was delivered at a cost of $20,000, half of the expected cost. Elements of the plan include a working steam train, a carriage museum/café, sculptures, upgrading public amenities and beautification of the town. A swimming pool is also part of the plan which was previously knocked back by council with Cr Haydon saying it was “still a possibility”. “The main thing is that we listened to the community and this will be a work in progress,” said Mayor Joe Paronella. “This will be a long term project but we certainly know now where the good starting points are and we have some very achievable outcomes if we look at it properly.” The plan now allows council to apply for funding to fulfil some of the ideas proposed.

Tablelands Regional Councillor Annette Haydon was instrumental in pushing for a brighter future for Ravenshoe.

“Like any master plan that goes out is always a concern that ratepayers always have plenty of comments about all the money we’re spending to get all these

wonderful things happening, so the initial outlay is always a concern,” said Councillor Owen Byrnes “But if you want to get fund-

ing and if you want private people to come and invest in your community and do things then these plans are a necessity so I think it’s a great step forward.

“The plan is a good base just to apply for all the funding. It helps investors and people in the community to work towards a common goal.”

rent demand, but due to the fact it is reaching the end of its life and may fracture which would cause serious property damage and disruption to businesses in Mareeba’s main street,” he said. The pipeline which will be replaced, runs under the footpath of the north-bound lane of Byrnes Street, from Rankin to

Lloyd Streets. Contractors will carry out the work in stages to keep disruption to a minimum, starting with preliminary works on Rankin Street, before progressing north along Byrnes Street. “There will be disruptions to traffic flow which cannot be avoided,” Cr Gilmore said.

“As the contractors move along the street, some carparks will be closed and temporary detours will be in place. Motorists are strongly encouraged to slow down, drive to the changed traffic conditions and follow advice from traffic controllers. Council has liaised with business owners regarding the scope of works and

are asking motorists, and pedestrians to be patient while these critical works are carried out.” The $2.5 million Mareeba CBD Water Trunk Main Upgrade is a joint initiative of Mareeba Shire Council and the Queensland Government. Project updates will be posted on Council’s website.

Mareeba CBD water main works to begin IN addition to the reseal of Byrnes Street in Mareeba being carried out by Transport and Main Roads, Council will commence critical infrastructure works to replace the CBD’s water main. Work is scheduled to begin on the Byrnes Street water main upgrade on Monday 6 August 2018 and will be completed by the end

of the year. Mayor Tom Gilmore said the upgrade would allow for business growth to meet the increasing demand for goods and services in Mareeba. “The existing pipeline has been in place for many years, and it is imperative that it be replaced as not only is it struggling to meet cur-

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ing the right thing,” he said. “This trial seeks to put the power into customer’s hands. “Retailers will have three months’ grace to get their houses in order and by the Easter holidays, offenders will face fines if they do not report their fuel prices accurately and on time.” The two-year trial will see fuel prices published on existing smartphone apps and websites such as Motormouth, GasBuddy, PetrolSpy, RACQ and Compare

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Queensland drivers have named and shamed the Bruce Highway as Queensland’s worst road, with the results of RACQ’s Unroadworthy Roads Survey released today. RACQ spokesperson Lucinda Ross said this year’s survey attracted 1643 responses with more than 600 sub-standard roads nominated across Queensland. “The Bruce Highway has been on RACQ’s priority list for years, and drivers agree, rating the highway Queensland’s most unroadworthy

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road,” Ms Ross said. “Motorists raised a number of issues along the 1600 kilometre route, from congestion in the south east, to flooding risks and rough surfaces in the central Queensland section. “It’s encouraging however to see the number of problems identified on the Bruce Highway has dropped since the last time we undertook this survey – this is likely due to the significant $8.5 billion upgrade program rolled out since 2013.” Ms Ross said the results

highlighted Queensland drivers’ main concerns and RACQ would use this feedback to inform its future infrastructure funding priorities. “Sixty percent of respondents called out the condition of road surfaces and nearly half said narrow lanes or poor road shoulders were the main issues on local roads,” she said. “We’ll be sending the results of this survey to State and Local Governments – Queensland drivers have spoken and now we need action.”

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Mareeba Historical Society celebrates 25 years

Mareeba Historical Society celebrated their 25 anniversary on Saturday morning. The society set up a display with a time line of events depicting when they started in 1993 through to today. Pictured: President John Hammond, President of the Cairns Historical Society Clive Skarott and Mareeba Historical Society founder Helen Kindt.

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Shock show wins for Mareeba mum and son

Novice painter Charles Eaton got the shock of his life when the first aboriginal piece of art he has ever created won first prize at the Mossman Show recently. The Mareeba local entered his image into the competition for the first time and picked up 1st place in the Adult Novice Painter as well as 2nd place in the Adult Baking section. His mum Elise Eaton also came home with a stack of awards for her stunning craft work including this babies shawl.

The Mareeba Distruct Fruit and Vegetable Growers Assocation is now inviting nominations for the 2018 award which will be presented at the MDFVGA Dinner on September 14. NOMINATIONS CLOSE FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2018

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THE 2016 MAREEBA DISTRICT FRUIT AND VEGETABLE GROWERS DINNER

MAREEBA RODEO ASSOCIATION The Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association is again preparing for its Annual Fruit and Vegetable Dinner. This year, the dinner will be held on Friday 16 September 2016 at the Mareeba International Club. We are approaching your firm for sponsorship of this event as you have an involvement in the fruit and vegetable industry. Sponsorship towards our dinner can be made by way of a monetary contribution. The Association will regard all contributions received to include GST and a tax invoice will be forwarded to you once payment is received.

THANK YOU! Gold Sponsor status is also available for sponsorship of the Dinner. This status will be given special promotions, where the names will be announced as “Gold Dinner Sponsors”. The cost involved in becoming a Gold Sponsor will be $660.00 (GST inclusive). Sponsors names will be noted on the invitation that is sent to all members of this Association and sponsors are welcome to set up a display at the hall on the night. Also, on the evening of the Dinner, our President will announce those organizations or businesses that have provided sponsorship towards the Dinner. Sponsorship categories include: $600.00 (GST Exclusive) $300.00 to $599.00 (GST Exclusive) $100.00 to $299.00 (GST Exclusive) $0 to $99.00 (GST Exclusive)

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To community clubs Mareeba Rotary, Mareeba SES, Mareeba Mens Shed and Mareeba Lions who supplied us with manpower over the whole weekend. To employees at Bendigo Bank, Commonwealth Bank and ANZ Bank who manned the gates for us over the weekend. And to the Stewards of our Ag Show. Maree Lopez Secretary Mareeba District Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association

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The Mareeba Arts Festival aims to promote and showcase the local arts sector and provide arts participation opportunities for residents and visitors. The festival includes the creation of a major public artwork, arts market, chalk

art freestyle zones, activities and displays. The 2018 Mareeba Arts in the Park will be held on Saturday 22 September, from 9am to 2pm in Centenary Park. Mareeba Shire Council welcomes expressions of in-

terest from local artists and stall holders. Head to www. msc.qld.gov.au/events/artsin-the-park to complete the form and return it by Friday 7, September 2018. More information contact Robert Blake on 1300 308 461.

Keen photographers can join the Facebook group and enter their photos – Tablelands and Surrounding Photography Group.

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Each year the Lions Club of Cairns Inc. stages a free

MAGIC SHOW

for disadvantaged youth and their families, and we will be approaching businesses in the Mareeba area for assistance to fund this show. Tickets to the show are made available free of charge through Special Ed Units and organisations working with disadvantaged youth in the Mareeba area. Our team will be contacting businesses in the Mareeba area, and we are hoping for your support when we call. Please support this very worthy project and help bring “a little bit of magic” to the lives of so many.

Feel free to contact Lions Club Coordinator John Vickery (JV) on 0418 183 911 if you have any questions PAGE 14 The Express, Wednesday, August 1, 2018

Save the date for festival of the year

The 2018 Mareeba Multicultural Festival will be held on Saturday August 25, at Arnold Park. The annual day kicks off at 9.30am with the parade, followed by non-stop entertainment including Aboriginal, Torres Strait, PNG, Filipino, Italian, Spanish, Albanian, Greek, Polynesian and Australian performers. Food stalls and craft stalls from a range of cultures, and the perfect weather in Mareeba at that time of the year, make this a day out not to be missed. The day ends at 5pm and it’s free admission for all with a chance to win a range of donated prizes drawn throughout the day. Winners must be present at the time of the draw. The Mareeba Shire is home to people from some 64 different nationalities and cultural backgrounds, who have lived in harmony for

many years before "Multiculturalism" became popular. The festival highlights this diversity and harmony. Last year’s festival attracted more than 6,000 people from all across the region.

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

The “Classy Clohesy” – exclusively designed

Located at Amaroo – the place to live Featuring 179m2 of clever design as a proposed house and land package* for lot 64 Allara Street, Amaroo. What really makes this home special are the two outside living areas, an alfresco

area plus a courtyard. This package has been designed for those who cherish outdoor living and space, and love the convenience of being close to Amaroo Medical and the future Ama-

roo Market Place in a family friendly area. Add the bonus of a separate dining and living area, all-flowing through to the outside areas plus a distinct lounge / family room.

Built to specific standards, Aaron from Tropic Coast Homes is the master of attention to detail. Expect quality, and fantastic workmanship, friendly and open communication. Aaron has many plans

to choose from. Land like this is a rare find, so be quick and take your pick. Total package deal$353,000* – Land at $118,000 and home at $235,000. A full

list of inclusions is available upon request.

For more information contact Deb on 0409 321 000. Visit www.amarooestate. com.au

Dream Lifestyle in Mareeba! SOLD

SOLD

ACREAGE ALLOTMENTS FROM $130,000

SOLD

 Sizes ranging from 3000m2 to 4049m2  Town water, bore, power & internet  Only minutes from town Contact Sophie Bozzo 0428 128 154 or Joe Torrisi 0417 700 468 www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

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Open the door to your dream home FOR RENT is this four bedroom home plus en-suite. The home has been freshly painted throughout, has tiled living areas, brand new carpets in the bedrooms, fans, air-conditioned to bedrooms, a bathtub, spa in the en-suite, patio, double lockable garage, 6ft fence and outside pets on application. For rent at $395.00 per week. For more information or to arrange an inspection, do not hesitate to contact Mareeba Property Management on 4092 2111. Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

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MAREEBA For Rent $395 P/W Mareeba Property Management 4092 2111

Stunning brand new home at Amaroo

EXCEPTIONAL BUYING

• 3 BEDROOMS + OFFICE, EXCELLENT TOWN POSITION • OPEN PLAN LOUNGE/DINING + REAR PATIO/BBQ AREA • UPDATED KITCHEN & BATHROOM + 2 TOILETS • 607M2 FULLY FENCED + 6M X 6M SHED & 3 CAR ACCOM

PRICE: $219,000 NEG SOPHIE BOZZO 0428 128 154

OPEN FOR INSPECTION

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cooKtown AUctIon 2 storey modern style executive home with views of the Endeavour River 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, office, multiple living areas, inground pool, circular driveway, drive-through double carport, elevated location, less than 1 klm from Cooktown P.O. For Auction at 11.30am on Saturday 18th August, 2018 Auctioned on-site 117 Hope Street, COOKTOWN

For sale under instructions from the agents for the mortgagee in possession. Open for Inspection: Saturdays between 11.30am and 1.00pm

More details from Selling Agent Dan Kerridge – Ph 0438 982 577 Ray White Middle Park, 72 Horizon Drive, Middle Park Qld 4075

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This stunning four bedroom home is perfectly positioned on a prized corner location at Amaroo Park Estate, is quality built and offers versatility and a stylish, relaxed lifestyle for all the family. The extensive list of features include: • Gorgeous colour schemes and neutral finishes plus quality fixtures and fittings throughout • Vinyl plank flooring throughout plus large open plan living area • Fully split system airconditioned • Four sizeable bedrooms all with mirrored built-in robes • Master bedroom with patio access, stunning ensuite and his and hers walk-in robe with built-in cabinetry • 2nd bedroom with dual access to the ensuite • Computer nook • Main bathroom with free-

standing plunge bath • Stylish central kitchen with butlers pantry and quality appliances including dishwasher and microwave • Laundry with built-in cabinetry • Substantial patio directly off the living area with built-in bbq area • Generous tiled garage with deep In-built storage cupboard • Exposed aggregate driveway plus pathways all round • Fully fenced and landscaped 819m2 corner allotment with side access & automatic pop up irrigation

• Very well located in Amaroo Park Estate on the Cairns side of Mareeba • Surrounded by quality homes and within walking distance to Amaroo Medical Centre and only 5 minutes to town centre This is an impressive home that fuses practical features, lifestyle and a first class location. Inspection is highly recommended – open for inspection Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. For further information please contact exclusive agent Sophie Bozzo on 0428 128 154.

Address: 4 Jannali Court, Amaroo Park, MAREEBA Price: $455,000 NEG Agent: EXCLUSIVE to Sophie Bozzo Joe Torrisi Real Estate Contact: 0428 128 154

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Escape suburban living – town centre a short drive away

A picture-perfect acreage property for a family or couple who are looking for some room to move, as it has a comfy three-bedroom block home built on a 30-

acre block, as well as a 4-bay shed and a workshop out the back for all Dad’s toys and tools. Inside the home features cool floor tiling throughout

Classic style – don’t pass this buy

Be the first to inspect this great property buy – ready to move right into or lease out for immediate returns. This charming, well-maintained three bedroom Queenslander style weatherboard home is located close to the town centre – a fantastic family home with plenty of space for everyone and a great deck area for those who love alfresco entertaining. Property features include: • Three bedroom improved timber home set on 908m2 fully fenced allotment • Combined kitchen/dining area, separate lounge room • Master bedroom with built-in wardrobe • Main bath with shower, tub, double marble vanity and toilet • High internal ceilings, insulation bats in the roof • Polished timber floors throughout

• Sliding windows with security screens and blinds • Large timber deck at the rear with painted timber railings • Outside laundry and separate toilet adjacent to timber deck • In-ground fire pit area • Chicken pen and garden area • 12m x 6m 4 bay steel shed with cement floor ideal for vehicles/trailers/boats • Established and wellmaintained gardens • Solar power system – 2.5 kw Improvements to this property include a include Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

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zincalume roof, renewed weather boards on the exterior of the home and steel stumps. With nothing to do but move straight on in, this property would appeal to a first home buyer wanting to get into the property market or the investor looking to start or grow a rental portfolio. Either way, this home could be affordably yours. To top all this, the home is located just a stone's throw to the Barron River.

horses. This acreage property is exceptional value and is a must to inspect for anyone looking to escape suburban living yet having all town amenities a short drive away.

For further information or to arrange a private inspection, please contact marketing agent Andrew Rogato on 0418 183 444. w w w. r o g a t o b r o s . c o m . au/1573566

Address: Price: Agent:

MAREEBA $499,000 NEG Andrew Rogato Rogato Real Estate 0418 183 444

Contact:

RE DU CE D!

Are you looking for a change of scenery? Want to be out of town, but have all of town’s amenities still at hand? Well this property may very well suit the bill.

living areas open plan kitchen/dining and an extended lounge area with a split system air con for those hot summer months. Plenty of natural light filters through the large windows into the dining room giving the home an airy feel. All three bedrooms have fresh lino flooring and are generous in size with main bedroom having a large built in robe. The central bathroom with separate toilet are conveniently located of easy serviceability. Outside the inventory continues with 2 x rainwater tanks, a bore, 2 dams and a seasonal creek, not to mention the property is fully fenced with three fenced internal paddocks which have been improved with humidicola, rhodes grass and secca, just perfect for running a few head of cattle and a few

28 Royes Street, Mareeba - $190,000

• Polished Timber Floors • 3 Good Sized Bedrooms • Rumpus Room • Store Room • Large Living Room • 2 Toilets • Garden Shed

ID#1383634 Aurelia Rogato 0418 183 555

4092 5255

please contact exclusive agent John Falvo at Mareeba Property Office. Phone 0408 456 344.

Don’t pass this buy. For further information or to arrange an inspection, MAREEBA $315,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to John Falvo Mareeba Property Office 0408 456 344

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Well presented two bedroom brick unit in quiet complex

As new two bedroom brick unit, lounge/dining/kitchen, vinyl floor, carport and walking distance to CBD. Featuring... • Air conditioning • Built in wardrobes • Internal Laundry • Dishwasher • Fully fenced Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

For more information contact Mareeba Real Estate Agencies today on 4092 1556, Lyn on 0427 153 868 or Mark on 0428 121 520. Visit www.mareeba4880realestate.com.au MAREEBA For Rent – $330 P/W Mareeba Real Estate Agencies 4092 1556

Massive 6508m2 in town with permanent creek

FREE PROPERY REPORT GET YOURS TODAY! CALL US 4092 2232

• Ground floor For rent at $330 per week.

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3 BEDROOM TIMBER HOME

• KITCHEN + COMBINED DINING ROOM & LOUNGE • 1 BATHROOM • 1 TOILET • BACK PATIO • LOCK UP LAUNDRY • GARAGE

$295 PER WEEK PHONE: 4092 1556 7 Hort Street, Mareeba

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Central location  Spacious allotment  Permanent creek 

BUSINESS & FREEHOLD FOR SALE

TABLELANDS GROCERY STORE & CAFE

• Recently refurbished throughout • New delicatessen • New café and takeaway • On-site parking available

• Excellent turnover • Great location • Member of Spar buying group • 1012m2 freehold

Contact: Rino Gava 0427 779 086 www.athertonrealty.com.au - Business ID#259513

24 Main Street, Atherton Phone 4091 1611 PAGE 18 The Express, Wednesday, August 1, 2018

19 Kenneally Road, Mareeba is one of those properties that won't take long to find its new owners. Situated in a tranquil and quiet area, this well designed residence has been cleverly created to capture the picturesque surroundings of lush landscaped gardens and the sound of a running creek. The solid concrete block home is situated in the middle of the 6508m2 allotment giving the property plenty of privacy. Step inside to find a spacious floor plan consisting of four bedrooms, one bathroom, multiple living areas and an office. The kitchen offers plenty of bench space, ample cupboards and a convenient servery to the patio. There are two separate dining areas and massive living area, perfect for a large family. Four generous sized bed-

rooms are all fitted with polish timber floors and are all serviced by the main bathroom with a large walk-in shower, vanity and linen cupboard. • New kitchen with plenty of bench space and servery to patio • Two separate dining areas and massive living area • Bathroom with large walk-in shower, vanity and linen cupboard - Full length patio at rear of house (5m wide) - Concrete construction with concrete internal walls -- Privately situated in the middle of the allotment - Fully irrigated 6508m2 Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

allotment with access to creek water also town water connected Entertain family and friends on the full length 5m wide patio at rear of the house which overlooks the saltwater in-ground pool and lush gardens. There is rear access to the shed and the permanent creek is a short stroll down the back. This property is one to be seen. For more information or to arrange an inspection please contact Vince Costas at Central Realty today. Phone 0419 926 691 or 4092 2232. MAREEBA $430,000 NEG Vince Costas Central Realty Mareeba 0419 926 691

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

In Memoriam CATER, CLAUDE RAYMOND 29.05.43 ~ 24.07.01

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Position Vacant HOUSING SUPPORT OFFICER

Mareeba Community Housing has an opening for Housing Support Officer working under Housing and Homeless Programs (Building Futures) operating from our Mareeba office. The role provides integrated support services to homeless clients to acquire and develop stable housing, maximize their capacity to independency and connect with social and community supports. This full time position offers competitive remuneration, salary sacrifice, professional development and monthly rostered day off. Applicants must possess a C Class driver’s licence and ability to acquire a Working With Children Blue Card. Position descriptions are available on website: www.mchc.org and contacting the office on 4092 6899 for package. Applications addressing selection criteria with current resume are to be addressed to Manager and emailed to: reception@mchc.org.au. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply. Closing date: Monday 20th August 2018.

Seventeen years since you’ve been here, No longer with us, our lives to share. Always missed, Pam, Raymond, Lina, Steven, David & Samantha, Robert, Leah, Kyren, Bronson & Claudia.

MAREEBA NEWS DELIVERY DRIVER

Must be reliable, must have own transport, must like early starts.

CATER, HOR ACE CLAUDE 22.01.18 ~ 25.07.85

Sadly Missed Pop

FOR MORE INFORMATION Phone 4092 1030 or call in and see Mary at Nextra Mareeba News

Adopt-A-Pet

We are Salt and Pepper. We are 4 months old and very sweet. We are quite happy to be split up and go to separate homes. Will you be one of those? Call the refuge on 4092 3060 for more information. Contact the refuge on 4092 3060 Hickling Avenue, Mareeba

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SALES PERSON

ABOUT US We are a family run business and are part of a growing Shed group R&F Steel Buildings. We have a long and successful history in servicing residential, rural and commercial sectors and have the ability to provide steel building solutions for all sizes throughout the Atherton and Cairns region. We are looking for a new salesperson who is keen to learn, think outside the box and can adapt to various situations and challenges. JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES This will ideally suit a candidate who can deliver the following: • Work with customers closely, establishing good rapport and trust • Meet customers through phone contacts, internet leads and walk ins, and work within a large territory • Have a hands-on capability to involve yourself in on-site visits, measurements and product recommendations. • Be able to communicate clearly and effectively with customers when discussing expectations, commitments, contracts, job scheduling and pricing. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE You could come from the building industry looking for a change or have a sales background in the Shed industry and looking to work with a flexible family business. You must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and a sense of urgency. You will also be proactive to customer needs, accommodate demands and deliver the sort of service that is expected from our client. An attractive salary + super + phone + access to company vehicle as required. HOW TO APPLY

Simply email your resume in confidence to: atherton@rfsteelbuildings.com.au Or call Murray on 0438 912 982 to enquire.

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

Funeral

For Sale

DEBBIE BOARDMAN

Funeral Celebrant Final farewells with respect. Phone 0410 328 357

Wanted to Buy Tractors and all type farm and earthmoving equipment - any condition. Ph 3201 5099.

loy, Julatten, Mt Carbine, Cooktown, Lakeland, Laura, Normonton, Mt Surprise, Mt Garnet, Croydon, Forsayth, Einsleigh, Karumba, Georgetown, Cairns, Mossman, Port Douglas and many more in between!

Tender

Brett Thompson Jeweller. Watch batteries and jewellery repairs now in Cairns. Ph 0437 800 892.

Mulch hay – 5x4 rounds, bulk orders encouraged. Ph 0429 097 103. Victa ride on mower Excellent condition. $1500. Ph 4092 1286. Guinea fowls, wire netting, round posts, chook cages, piping, hills hoist, baths. Ph 4092 7438. Advertising works. Call us on 4092 3464.

BOAT AND JETSKI LICENCES ~~~ MOST DAYS ~~~

TEL: 0404 545 848

Q-MSC2018-10 CLEANING MAREEBA LIBRARY AND KOWA STREET OFFICES, MAREEBA Mareeba Shire Council hereby invites written quotations for cleaning services Mareeba Library and Kowa Street Offices, Mareeba. Obtaining Documentation: Quotation documents are lodged on Council’s online e-procurement system for release Saturday 28 July 2018, Tenderlink - www. tenderlink.com/msc. Please register as a potential supplier on Tenderlink to download the documents. There is no charge to register or to download the documents. Enquiries: Quotation enquiries, questions or clarifications should be directed via the online forum www.tenderlink.com/msc. Mareeba Shire Council officers are unable to respond to verbal enquiries in relation to the tender. The forum will close 3 days prior to the tender closing time and date. Please ensure that all questions, information requests and clarifications are posted prior to this time. Lodgement of Tenders: Completed responses must be lodged by uploading the submission to Tenderlink, using the response forms within the tender documentation. We strongly recommend that you begin uploading your tender submission files at least two (2) hours BEFORE tender closing. Closing Time: The closing time for lodgement of Quotations is 11.00 am Thursday 16 August 2018. Submissions must be fully received by this time. Late, verbal or emailed tenders will not be accepted. For technical issues or general assistance to register, download documents or upload your tender submission on this website, please contact Tenderlink Support Help Desk on 1800 233 533 or email support@tenderlink.com. Quotation will not be opened publicly. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Peter Franks Chief Executive Officer PO Box 154, MAREEBA QLD 4880

do you have something to sell? Classified advertising works and there is a classification for everything!. Phone us, today on 4092 3464 or call into the office at 186 Byrnes Street, Mareeba.

Public Notice

SKIP BINS AVAILABLE ALL SIZES PHONE 4095 5182

DELIVER SMALL LOCAL PHONEBOOKS

Own vehicle required. Mareeba, Atherton and all Tablelands areas. Immediate start. Phone 0419 009 517 or 0418 994 956

2018–19 ANNUAL BUDGET The 2018–19 Annual Budget and Operational Plan were adopted on 26 July. They include a $31.4M capital budget and $58.2M operation budget. The average percentage change in general rates over the two year period (2017–18 to 2018–19) is 6%. The full budget, budget overview, operation plan, revenue statement, schedule of rates and charges and other details and documents can be viewed at trc.qld.gov.au. Justin Commons 1300 362 242 Chief Executive Officer trc.qld.gov.au

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Pam, Raymond, Lina and Family, Robert, Leah and Family.

Pets

Mobile Butcher

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Mareeba Wildcats Swimming Club

NOTICE OF AGM

Tuesday, 14th of August 6pm at Mareeba Swim Pool Clubhouse Nominations are invited for all positions on the Committee and also for some key non-Committee roles. All welcome!

Q-MSC2018-11 MONTHLY POOL MAINTENANCE MAREEBA SHIRE COUNCIL POOLS Mareeba Shire Council hereby invites written quotations for monthly pool maintenance services at Mareeba Shire Council Pools. Obtaining Documentation: Tender documents are lodged on Council’s online e-procurement system for release Saturday 28 July 2018, Tenderlink - www. tenderlink.com/msc. Please register as a potential supplier on Tenderlink to download the documents. There is no charge to register or to download the documents. Enquiries: Quotation enquiries, questions or clarifications should be directed via the online forum at www.tenderlink.com/msc. Mareeba Shire Council officers are unable to respond to verbal enquiries in relation to the tender. The forum will close 3 days prior to the tender closing time and date. Please ensure that all questions, information requests and clarifications are posted prior to this time. Lodgement of Quotations: Completed responses must be lodged by uploading the submission to Tenderlink, using the response forms within the quotation documentation. We strongly recommend that you begin uploading your quotation submission files at least two (2) hours BEFORE tender closing. Closing Time: The closing time for lodgement of Quotations is 11.00am Thursday 16 August, 2018. Submissions must be fully received by this time. Late, verbal or emailed tenders will not be accepted. For technical issues or general assistance to register, download documents or upload your tender submission on this website, please contact Tenderlink Support Help Desk on 1800 233 533 or email support@tenderlink.com. Quotation will not be opened publicly. The lowest or any quotation not necessarily accepted. Peter Franks Chief Executive Officer PO Box 154, MAREEBA QLD 4880 Got a position you would like filled? Contact Tash today to discuss your options. Phone 4092 3464.

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INDEX

business A Air Conditioning & Refrigeration B Blinds C