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IF there was ever any doubt of the popularity of bull riding it was put to rest in Mareeba on Saturday night at Round One of The Great Northern Bullriding series. A huge crowd of more than 1000 was on hand at the Mareeba Rodeo Grounds for all the thrills and spills that only a bull ride can deliver. It was a tough night for the cowboys in the main event who work hard for 8 seconds of glory.  TURN TO PAGE 21 FOR PHOTOS BY PETER ROY FROM THE ACTION-PACKED NIGHT.

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100 REASONS TO CELEBRATE: Thelma Seres celebrated her 100th birthday on Saturday with family and friends at the Mareeba Leagues Club. Pictured is Thelma Jane Seres (middle) with her daughter Irene Stainkey (front-right), and three of her grandchildren Elaine Hammond (front-left), Lloyd Stainkey (back-left) and Dianne Coppinger (back-right). Thelma’s fourth grandchild Garry Stainkey was unable to make the event.

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TURNING 100 is an amazing achievement for any individual, yet it is made all the more special when you get to do so surrounded by loved ones. That was the case for Mareeba local Thelma Seres, who celebrated her milestone at the Mareeba Leagues Club on Saturday with dozens of family and friends, many of whom travelled far and wide for the occasion. To know more about Thelma and the enormous impact she has had on those close to her and the community at large, you need to take a look back at where it all began. Thelma Jane Seres (Kattenberg) was born to parents Edward and Agnes Kattenberg at the St Thomas Private Hospital on Alice Street, Atherton on April 1, 1919, and was the youngest of three children, having two older brothers Victor and Lennord.

Thelma was raised on the family farm on Kattenberg Road, Kairi and attended school on Tinaroo Falls Dam Road. In 1943, she married her husband George Seres and over a year later, their daughter Irene was born. Thelma’s time spent as a member of the Mareeba community began in 1961, after her and George sold their farm in Japoonville where they had been for 16 years prior. Thelma was an extremely active member in the community, having been a member and/or volunteer of the Mareeba Bowls Club, the Masonic Lodge OES, Meals on Wheels, Red Cross, Senior Citizens and the Hospital Auxiliary Ladies. However it was her involvement with the RSL Women’s Auxiliary where she arguably made her greatest impact, so

much so she was made a Life Member. Thelma’s propensity to give back was why she garnered so much respect according to her grandchild Elaine Hammond. “Grandma was one of those ladies that if something was happening in the community, she’d be a part of it,” she said. “She was a very social lady and would put her hand up to help out whenever or wherever it was needed. “We have always said in our family that if anyone was going to make it to 100 it would be Grandma, she’s a very tough, happy and positive lady who has been such an inspiration to everyone in our family. “It is such a privilege to be celebrating today with her.” Elaine noted that she would like to thank her mother Irene Stainkey who now lives with

Thelma and is her sole carer. “Mum does so much for Grandma so I would like to take this opportunity to thank and recognise her for everything she does,” she said. Irene Stainkey is Thelma’s only child and spoke about her mother’s standing in the community as well as their motherdaughter relationship. “She was very well-liked in the community,” she said. “She was always helping people in the community, especially with voluntary work and I think that’s why there’s so many people here today celebrating this occasion. “As a mother, she was a very positive person and has been such a great a role model to me and all of her grandchildren.” And for those wondering what the key to longevity in life may be, Irene noted happiness,

gardening and the occasional drink as the possible answer. “She was alway happy and loved to keep herself busy in the garden,” she said. “And she also loved her daily glass of scotch, she would sit down at 4 o’clock with dad everyday and have a drink - she is even having one here today,” she laughed. Thelma is yet another example of the wonderful community members Mareeba boasts, and the glowing nature with which her daughter and grandchildren speak about her is a testament to the enormous impact she has had and continues to have on their lives. • Thelma and George Seres were married for 72 years. • Thelma has one daughter, four grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

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Preserving our aviation history FAR North Queensland Aviation Museum members, local supporters and Mareeba Shire Council Mayor Tom Gilmore gathered at the Mareeba Airport on Saturday for an update on how things are progressing with the building of the FNQ Aviation Museum. The FNQ Aviation Museum concept is one that was formalised last year, and is aimed at providing Mareeba residents and tourists a look back in time at the abundance of aviation history the region boasts. FNQ Aviation Museum Director Brendan Kent said Mareeba has a vast aviation history that needs to be showcased. “I’m disappointed that our region’s aviation history is not on display to the public,” he said. “Not only will it be beneficial to the surrounding aviation businesses, the museum will inspire young kids to want to know more about the different aspects of aviation.” Mr Kent said the FNQ Aviation Museum has been allocated a space by the Mareeba Shire Council as part of the Mareeba Airport development; however he noted the museum may not get off the ground unless they receive the necessary funding. “We are fortunate to have been given great support on all levels - that being local, state and the federal government,” he said. “We’re currently waiting to hear back in the next month on a grant that will enable us to do concept drawings, building ar-

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chitecture and engineering. “In addition, the support from the community has been fantastic and we’re extremely appreciative of their help in trying to secure an aviation museum for the region.”

Mr Kent said he is hoping to commission an economic impact report to illustrate definitive data on what sort of impact it will have for Mareeba from both a local and tourism standpoint. “The museum will consist of

a lot of displays,” he said. “Everything such as the use of lighting, video walls, interactive displays, theatre and technology will be available and will cater for people of all ages. “While this is a great thing

for those living on the Tablelands, we also see it in the way of a major tourist attraction, so we strongly feel now is the time for something like this in Mareeba.” Mr Kent said the FNQ Aviation Museum will be run as a not-

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FEDERAL BUDGET 2019

Dissecting the Federal Budget

AS the Liberal National Party’s Federal Budget was handed down last week, pertinent questions have immediately been raised as to its positive and negative aspects and how it affects our region.

ROADS Roads projects in Tropical North Queensland totalling $707.2 million were highlighted in the budget. $287.2m for upgrading the Captain Cook Highway as the first stage of the Cairns Ring Road $190m for Stage 2 of the Peninsula Development Road $180m for Stage 5 of the Southern Access Road $50m for the Gulf Savannah Way Federal Member for Leichhardt Warren Entsch said Far North Queensland would heavily benefit from the biggest infrastructure spend in the nation’s history. “As I said it would be, funding for the Captain Cook Highway, Cairns Southern Access Corridor, Gulf Savannah Way and the Peninsula Development Road is contained in this year’s budget,” he said. “This is about busting congestion to improve our way of life and to ensure families in Far North Queensland can get home easier and safer. “This is all possible because of the Morrison Government’s strong economic and budget management.” Advance Cairns CEO Nick Trompf lauded the announcement, describing them as unprecedented for one Federal Budget. “Add this to the $50 million by the Government last week for the Hann Highway and the expected matching Queensland Government contribution of of $151 million and the total roads spend tops $900 million,” Mr Trompf said. Federal Member for Kennedy Bob Katter also noted that whilst it is not notorious, the Mareeba bypass is vital. “That is a project we will be going after with super aggression,” he said.

When Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison parlayed his ‘back in black’ message (alluding to this being the first budget to record a surplus in 12 years), it was met with praise from some and scepticism from

others. As it relates to northern Queensland, key components covered in the 2019 Federal Budget include water, dams, roads, biosecurity, agriculture and disaster recovery among

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One-off energy assistance payment for pensioners of $75 for singles and $125 for couples $10 million detailed evaluation feasibility projects in North and Central Queensland

The Federal Government increased its investment through the National Water Infrastructure Development Fund to more than $1.3 billion to build water infrastructure.

Federal Member for Kennedy Bob Katter said all we want is the freedom to use our balance of power to secure ‘operating cost only’ for electricity. “Currently $2500 per year per household will be reduced to under $700,” he said. “The silly nature of solar panels and subsidies and the ‘save the planet brigade’ and the most outrageous profiteering by the State Government – takes it up to costs of $3000 million a year in what is just a secret tax and falls part heavily on young families and our retirees. “These are the last people on the planet we should be taxing.”

Despite the good news as it relates to the overall funding increase, a prominent project which has been in the pipeline for years did not receive funding. Advance Cairns CEO Nick Trompf said the Government has earmarked $1.3 billion for the National Water Infrastructure Fund and a further $2 billion in a water infrastructure loan facility – but did not allocate any funding towards Nullinga Dam. “We are disappointed but not surprised by Nullinga Dam not being referenced in the budget – the Building Queensland detailed business case won’t be released until mid-year so the final scope and cost of the dam is not yet clear,” he said. “Once that business case is released we will re-double our efforts to secure Nullinga funding.”

BUSINESS & TOURISM

Instant asset write-off increased to $30,000 for businesses with turnover up to $50 million Cutting Small Business Tax rate from 27.5% to 25% $102.8m for infrastructure at regional airports National Tourism Icons Program – $50m to transform a number of existing tourist sites across Australia

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FEDERAL BUDGET 2019

AGRICULTURAL & DISASTER RECOVERY Extending the Farm Household Allowance (forced sale of livestock will be exempt from the income test) $8.7 million over 11 years to set up mandatory code of conduct for dairy industry $24.6 million in 2019-20 in Queensland for improving cattle supply chain $272 million over four years for the Regional Growth Fund $6.3 billion drought support $3.3 billion flood support $3.9 billion Emergency Response Fund $300 million for two grants for restocking where farmers can access up to $400,000 to rebuild and restock $60m increase to export marketing development grants In addition, Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources David Littleproud said Australia's agriculture industry has been given another boost by the Morrison Government, with $29.4 million worth of measures that target sectors with high export growth potential. “The Government continues to target investment where it would bring the biggest boost to agriculture,” he said. “This investment will get Australian food and fibre to more customers around the world. “We produce the best food and we need to give our farmers as many markets as possible to send it to. Free trade deals decide the tariffs but we still need to negotiate protocols to send our produce across which satisfy the importing country we won't bring pests or disease. “This package includes $11.4 million to break through the technical and scientific trade barriers so Australian fruit and vegetables can get market access into more countries, faster.” “Mr Littleproud said trade is key to growing our agricultural sector and if we reach the goal of $100 billion over the next decade this will set us up with more jobs and opportunity for our kids. “We will also continue to support market access requests and enhanced food safety to ensure we capture the gains from new free trade agreements, meet importing country requirements and maintain our clean, green reputation,” he said.

BIOSECURITY $137.8 million over five years for additional biosecurity funding $9.2 million for yellow crazy ant

JOBS & SKILLS A $525 million skills package which includes: 80,000 new apprenticeships Double incentive payments to employers to $8,000 per placement New apprentices receiving $2,000 incentive payment

TAX $158 billion in tax relief for those earning up to $126,000 a year ($1080 for single income; $2160 for families) Tax rate drops to 30 per cent from July 2024 for those earning $45,000-$200,000 – of which makes up for 94% of taxpayers

SECURITY $328 million to fund prevention, response and recovery initiatives $570 million for the Federal Police and ASIO Additional $680 million to support service men and women deployed abroad

RESEARCH

WHILE some believe Scott Morrison’s and the LNP’s Federal Budget was a last-ditch effort to win the election expected in May, there are certainly plenty of people who are set to benefit from it, in particular Queenslanders. Most notably of which includes an enormous infrastructure spend to the tune of $2.6 billion from 2020-21, on what the Government calls “priority regional and urban transport infrastructure”. What some may call a fair and timely investment in Queensland, there are also others who see it as a campaign to win the vote of a key battleground state. With many of the Queensland seats on knife-edge margins, the pros and cons of the Federal Budget may for many be the deciding factor. On the other hand, Bill Shorten’s budget response could stifle any potential momentum gained by the Morrison Government since their budget announcement. However, if any of the key points of Shorten’s response such as tax reform are perceived as a classic case of one-upmanship, it could act as a disservice. With just over a month to go before the next federal election, it seems only time will tell whose budget promises truly spoke to voters.

$9 billion for science research technology $20 billion Medical Research Future Fund

ENVIRONMENT $3.5 billion Climate Solutions Package, $2 billion of which will go to working with farmers and Indigenous communities $100 million Environment Restoration Fund

COMMUNITIES $328 million for women’s safety $337 million for drug safety $20.7 over four years from July 1, 2020 to expand no-interest loans of up to $1500 for women experiencing family and domestic violence

KEY FORCASTS

The 2019-20 Federal Budget is an ambitious one, with key forecasts including a $7.1 BILLION SURPLUS, an ECONOMIC GROWTH OF 2.75 PER CENT, an UNEMPLOYMENT RATE OF 5 PER CENT and an INFLATION OF 2.25 PER CENT, and is one which is sure to remain a talking point in the lead-up to the May election.

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New midwife service delivering for families

FIFTY five women cared for by their known midwife, have given birth in the Atherton Women’s Unit since the implementation of a new Midwifery Group Practice at the Atherton Hospital five months ago. Thirty baby boys and 25 baby girls have been born under the collaborative model that provides women with a continuity of midwifery carer; with support from doctors and the multi-disciplinary health team. “There is strong evidence the Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) model of care provides better outcomes for mothers and babies and gives women a more positive birth experience,” said Atherton MGP midwife Tanya Fleming. “Numbers are looking good for the Atherton MGP, with bookings up by 18% from this time last year and an expected overall increase in birthing numbers for 2019.” Atherton Hospital’s Midwifery Unit Manager Dean Stevens echoed Ms Fleming’s sentiments, as he noted the enormous impact MGP has had on mother’s from the region. “The Midwifery Group Prac-

tice has built a real feeling of community, and it’s wonderful that mothers have access to a high standard of care,” he said. “And I want to thank the entire community and midwifery team at the Atherton Hospital for their enormous support and efforts since MGP began.” The Atherton Midwives and Mother’s Alliance (AMAMA) invited staff and community members to gather for a morning tea to celebrate the success of the new model and thanked the community members and staff who have contributed to bettering local maternity services in Atherton. “We’ve had amazing support from the Atherton Hospital staff, as well as community and Tablelands businesses, which have made generous donations and raised funds to help AMAMA,” said AMAMA representative Marama Taudevin. “Both the former AMAMA representative Heidi Brennan and I had positive experiences with the Continuity of Midwifery Carer model in 2018. “AMAMA’s focus in 2019 will be about ensuring that the consumers of the Atherton Wom-

en’s Unit continue to be listened to through our involvement in the new Midwifery Group Practice Governance meetings, which allow us to have ongoing input to the progression of maternity services. Marama said local businesses have got behind the group’s re-vamped 150 AMAMA gift packs which will be given to every woman birthing in the Atherton Hospital. Monthly AMAMA Circles are held on the first Tuesday of every month from 9-11am in the Annie Brown Garden at Atherton Hospital including a guest speaker, providing women a safe place to meet with other mums and grow their support network. “Our presence at the hospital also gives us a sense of “home” and a feeling of safety and connection to the place we have chosen to birth,” Marama said. Atherton Hospital’s Midwifery Unit Manager AMAMA’s next major event Dean Stevens, AMAMA representative Marama is celebrating International Day Taudevin with her son Orlando, and MGP midwife of the Midwife on Saturday 4 Tanya Fleming. May with a Work Out of the Day and Walk for Midwives organised by local CrossFit business to have their baby born under the aged to come along and support the invaluable work that midthis fundraising “Birth Warrior” wives do in supporting women owners’ Tommy and Madison MGP model. Blain, who were the first couple The community is encour- event to celebrate and recognise and families.

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A PARTNERSHIP between the Mareeba Garden Settlement and the Historical Society of Mareeba is set to help keep Mareeba’s and the Tablelands’ history alive. The partnership, which began in March, consists of monthly visits and is aimed at providing residents with the opportunity to share their memories of Mareeba and the Tablelands to keep the history of the region alive according to the General Manager Blue Care Far North Queensland Liz Brown. “Many of our residents have a lifetime of memories to share and the resources of the His-

torical Society help them engage with their past,” she said. “Our residents are excited by the opportunity to discuss their lives and tell their stories and are already looking forward to the next catch up.” Ms Brown also noted that she would like to thank those at the Historical Society of Mareeba for giving the residents such a wonderful opportunity. For those in the community who are in interested in learning a bit more about the region’s history, the Historical Society of Mareeba is located at 345 Byrnes Street, Mareeba.

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Monument taken from memorial site CALLS for community help are being made to recover a monument which was removed from the Mount Carbine Range last week. The monument was removed from a memorial site which was there in honour of someone who recently passed. In addition, the site also has other memorials to past veterans. A reward is offered to an-

Members of the ‘Catch Me If You Can’ participants at the PCYC in Mareeba.

‘Catch Me If You Can’ Mareeba mentoring program fostering strong connections between students and police

INDIGENOUS students from Mareeba State High School have recently taken part in the mentoring program ‘Catch Me If You Can’ at PCYC Mareeba, aimed at fostering strong connections between young people and the Queensland Police Service (QPS). Designed to use sport to develop and improve relationships between Indigenous school students and local police, Catch Me If You Can is an innovative youth mentoring program unique to PCYC Queensland. As part of the 8-week program, students were matched with a police officer of their choice and participated in team building activities and weekly games of ‘Edor’, an Indigenous chasing and tagging game, allowing students and police officers to get to know each other in a healthy environment.

PCYC Mareeba branch manager Sergeant Mary-Anne West says the program is a great foundation for building positive relationships, as students learn from mentors including PCYC Queensland Indigenous Community Sport and Recreation Officers, Youth Justice staff and local police officers. “I have seen so much improvement in communication and manners from the students that have attended Catch Me If You Can,” said Sergeant West. “The young people that participated are now more engaged and willing to talk about what’s going on in their lives and at school,” she said. Program participant Jennifer Iles was very supportive of the program, saying it helped her speak in front of people more freely. “I really enjoyed this program

because it gave us something fun to do and something to look forward to. I liked that they involved all of us mob and treated us equally with the same amount of respect,” said Ms Iles. Another participant Hope Vinck, said the program taught her more about roles as individuals, and as communities, and the importance of teamwork. “I liked how involved everyone was in this program, the mentors are amazing and very supportive, and the program helped me build more confidence within myself,” said Ms Vinck. Tablelands Patrol Group Inspector Russell Rhodes also lauded the initiative. “Our PCYC here in Mareeba have been so successful with this program,” he said. “It’s a wonderful initiative that encourages engagement with our indigenous people and

police force. “It has led to great relationships being built and it is something I am in full support of moving forward.” Inspector Rhodes said he would like to recognise PCYC Mareeba’s Sergeant Mary-Anne West and the staff for their fantastic work throughout the program. Catch Me If You Can was delivered at PCYC Mareeba through PCYC Queensland’s Indigenous Community Sport and Recreation Program, and proudly supported by Smart Salary.

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ABOVE: Indigenous sport and Recreation Officer April Bosbach (left), The Most Consistent winner Faith Gilbo (middle) and Sergeant Mary-Anne West. BELOW RIGHT: Mary-Anne West, Leadership winner Jennifer Iles and April Bosbach.

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Dawn Service: assemble 4.15am adjacent rSl, Service to follow at Cenotaph March: assemble 9.45am adjacent rSl, Service 10.00am at Cenotaph

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Get set to nominate a community champion NOMINATIONS are opening soon for the 2019 Queensland Community Achievement Awards. The annual awards are all about the passion of people who are committed to making Queensland a better place to live. The Queensland Community Achievement Awards began in 2002, with a regional focus, but is now conducted state wide. The awards have been encouraging, acknowledging and rewarding the valuable contributions that individuals, communities and businesses are making throughout Queensland. These awards recognise

those that work tirelessly to improve their communities by promoting the social, economic and environmental prosperity. If someone has impressed you with their community spirit, why not nominate them. The Queensland Community Achievement Awards will launch on Thursday May 9, 2019, and the state-wide search for local contributors who are making a real difference in your region will begin. Here is a sneak peek of some of the categories that will be open for nominations – Agricultural Innovation Award, Employer Excellence in Aged

Care Award, Community Hero Award, Outstanding Achievement Award and the Customer Service Award. Past winner, Kuranda Visitor Information Centre, has this to say about the awards – “This Award was all about recognising the volunteers and their passion. It is a challenge to work in an industry that expects a really high standard of customer service and their dedication was recognised and very much appreciated. There are many volunteer organisations around Australia – with many unsung heroes who really do deserve a bit of recognition, even though they don’t expect

it. I encourage all community groups to enter in 2019 as it is really worth giving it a go! We have some amazing people the Kuranda community that should have the opportunity to nominate this year.” Said Catherine Harvey, Senior Information Officer, Kuranda Visitor Information Centre (2018 Ricoh Customer Service Award Winner. For further insight on the categories available visit www. awardsaustralia.com/qcaa Already thought of your community champion? Be sneaky and put in an early nomination by contacting the Awards office on 1300 055 096.

Evening Melodies

LOCALS gathered at the Mareeba Memorial Chapel last Saturday night to enjoy an evening of melodies by local talent with a touch of ‘Irish’. The night was hosted by Mareeba Theatre Group’s Ida Portella and Annalisa Savaglio and was a fundraiser for the Mareeba Local Ambulance Committee.

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Jason Salvetti (L) and Steven Salvetti (R) received the Champion Farm 200+ha Award from Craig Cahill from SunWater.

Tableland Canegrowers recognised TABLELAND Canegrowers Ltd. recently held its annual Productivity Awards Night for Tableland Mossman Mill Suppliers. A large number of growers and sponsors attended the evening which included guest speakers and the awards presentation. Tableland Canegrowers Chair Maryann Salvetti congratulated growers on an extremely productive 2018 season, with the 6000 series Tableland growers averaging110.11 tc/ha with a relative tonnes of sugar per hectare of 15.70 and a season average relative CCS of 14.26. She also made special mention of the 31 growers who averaged above 100tc/ha for the 2018 season. The first guest speaker for the evening Cameron Begley, Managing Director of Spiegare provided an introduction to a Bio Based Economy. His presentation focused

around the role that biomass such as sugarcane will play in providing a renewable source of carbon-based fuels and chemicals into the future. He also explained the emerging value chain and the economics and market access. The second presentation for the evening was from Emilie Fillols and Belinda Billing from Sugar Research Australia. They provided an update on the results of trial work being conducted around off-site movement of herbicides and insecticides due to heavy rainfall events, with the take home messages from this presentation being that rate and timing of application are critical. Salvetti Farming took out the major prize for the evening as they received The Outstanding Canegrower Award, to go along with the Champion Farm 200+ha Award and runner up to the Highest Farm Relative CCS

Award. Other notable winners on the night include father and son team Gerald and Dean DeLai, who received the Best Presented Farm and the Achievement Award for consistent productivity. They also finished runner up for the Champion Farm 50 – 100ha. Tableland Canegrowers Ltd. said they would like to thank Rabobank, Miriwinni Lime, Qube Logistics, Lowes Petroleum, GT Ag Services, SunWater, Bayer Crop Services, Pumping and Irrigation Machinery Services, Honeycombes, QSL, Central Tyre Service, AustSafe / SunSuper, Achmea Australia, North Queensland Tropical Seeds, Tableland Air Service and Mackay Sugar for their valuable sponsorship and support. “Without them the evening would not have been possible,” they said.

Gerald and Dean DeLai with the Best Presented Farm Award, Achievement Award and Runner up to Champion Farm 50-100ha.

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Digging in for Mareeba's Nate Members of the Mareeba community, the Make A Wish Foundation And Nate Moule’s family at the Mareeba Baptist Church.

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ORGANISERS from the Far North Queensland branch of the Make A Wish foundation made a special hamper presentation with a tractor to young Nate Moule in the car park at the Baptist Church carpark in Mareeba on Friday. Tableland residents may be familiar with the story of Nate Moule, a tough toddler who at just two years of age has already had radical resection surgery by globally renowned Australian neurosurgeon, Charlie Teo in the hope of removing all traces of a malignant genetic embryonic brain tumour. On Friday Nate, along with his friends and family celebrated the success of his treatment so far with a special Make A Wish foundation hamper to be delivered by a tractor because of Nate’s love of tractors. “He also loves Paw Patrol, PJ Masks, play doh and painting,” his mother Katie Moule said. Katie, who also has two teenage daughters, says that the diagnosis last October has greatly affected their family. “We don’t talk about the

prognosis. No two children are the same so you just have to have faith and believe Nate will be fine,” she said. Joe Vella, Deputy Chairman of the Far North Queensland branch of the Make A Wish Australia foundation for over 10 years, was in attendance for Nate’s party. “It’s hard to describe the feelings being part of these events brings but in the end, seeing the joy we can bring to these children, fulfilling their wishes, you have to focus on that”, he said. Make A Wish Far North Queensland President Trish Thomson was ecstatic with the turn-out. “I want to thank the community for their enormous support of this event,” she said. “Days like today are so beneficial for the children, as it allows them to focus on something other than just being stuck in the hospital.” Ms Thomson said Make A Wish Far North Queensland are hoping for more volunteers to come on board.

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“We are always looking for volunteers, particularly on the Tablelands,” she said. “So those wanting to get involved are more than welcome to come to our meetings and from there we will put them through the necessary training and proceed from there.” Make A Wish Australia grants wishes to Australian children and teens aged between three and 18 years old. Younger children are eligible to receive a Wish hamper, which is a selection of age-appropriate toys for children under three. Each year thousands of Australian children are diagnosed with a life threatening illness, and Make A Wish foundations’ mission is to create a life-changing wish for every one of them. There are currently 700 kids on a Wish Journey in 2019 in Australia, 13 of whom live in the Cairns and Tablelands area. If you would like to make a donation or volunteer you will find more information on how you get involved at makeawish. org.au.

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Glyphosate spraying should stop

The use of Roundup and similar herbicide sprays on roadsides has to be made illegal by government at all levels. This insidious toxic chemical weedkiller is causing great harm in our world and the evidence is real, proven by scientific evidence to cause Lymphoma Cancer in humans. Cancer is now the Number One Killer of Children and New Born Babies it was reported on the news, with 9,000 cases of Lymphoma Worldwide. Our TRC Council must surely have read the evidence and seen the lawsuits ongoing in the USA where users of Glyphosate are dying with Lymphoma a cancer of the blood, it won't be long before councils are being taken to court with our local TRC workers claiming millions in damages for their exposure to this insidious herbicide, then we the residents will have to pay through our rates because of Councils incompetence. Frankly I find it incredible that our Council could ignore the evidence and continue spraying when we see little benefit for its use, surely the tractor slashers are adequate for the purpose and do far less damage to nature.

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If an election had been held, as it should have been, to allow Division 3 residents to choose a replacement for Anthony and not have 14 people put their hands up for a cushy job without the electors having any input. Part of being selected by the voters is to be judged by the electorate on their performance at open meetings with all participants given time to lay out their respective agendas. I suppose some might say that a god had his/her input by helping to have the right name pulled out of a hat. Roll on next year’s election and I’ll bet there will not be anyway near 14 nominees for Division Keep it seperate 3. David Bohanna I was surprised when I reMILLAA MILLAA ceived an invitation to a TRC sponsored event at the QCWA Hall in Millaa Millaa with obvi- Local sugar ous religious over tones. concerns I have no problem with either separately, but not to- The decision was made to gether, as I am reminded that form this necessary commitin the Australian Constitution tee (Tableland Mill Suppliers) religion and state are to be because we did not have a representative group to prokept separate. The event was obviously mote our interests and conintended to capture a cap- cerns involving our commertive ordinance which no doubt cial arrangements with the M it achieved. It is common S F Tableland Mill. The existing representaknowledge that a meal is provided for those attending the tive body would not, even Millaa Millaa Christian Fellow- though many of the Tableland ship which appears to be a Mill suppliers have been loyal draw card for attendees. members since its inception.

There is now a huge movement in our World for the demise of these dangerous toxic chemicals that are gradually infesting everything especially our food with their use on farms, without our Councils adding to the problem. I am calling for a Referendum on the use of all Glyphosates within our State and all Australia, we people have to stand up and say, enough is enough. Come on get behind this move, write to the Editors of Newspapers in a wave of support that cannot be ignored, this is serious and necessary. Grahame West RAVENSHOE

I have said that we need a committee that would work constructively, without antagonism, and in partnership so that the Tableland Sugar Industry can reach its full potential of in excess of 2 million tonnes cane. To my way of thinking the financial commitment by M S F, re-crystallization back-end, cogeneration plant, and the promotion of Nalinga Dam, can only auger well for the Tableland Community and Tableland Mill suppliers with a modern viable sugar mill. George Adil Chairman, TABLELAND MILL SUPPLIERS

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Be part of Mareeba’s Multicultural Festival DO you want to be part of a unique event that celebrates our cultural diversity? The Mareeba Multicultural Festival Committee is now seeking expressions of interest from entertainers and stallholders to join in the annual celebration of dance, music and culture. If you’re proud of your cul-

tural heritage and want to be part of this wonderful event, the committee would love to hear from you. Send an email to info@mareebamulticulturalfestival.com or call 4046 4722. The annual Mareeba Multicultural Festival will be held on Saturday August 31, at Arnold Park.

Race nominations closing soon THOSE taking part in the 2019 Great Wheelbarrow Race have just 22 days left to register for the iconic 140km event. Starting in Mareeba this year, the race will kick off with the Byrnes Street parade on Friday morning, before the official start at Vaughan St. From there competitors will complete the day one leg to Dimbulah. Day two will see

the race travel from Dimbulah through Petford and stopping at Almaden, before the final day which will see competitors finish in Chillagoe. Categories includes; solo, duo, trio and teams of mixed, ladies, mens, school, over 55’s and 35’s and corporate and social. For more information and to nominate head www.greatwheelbarrowrace.com

Are you involved with health and wellbeing? ARE you a community organisation, business or club involved in health, wellbeing, nutrition, sport or exercise? The Health and Wellbeing Expo is a free, one-day event that connects local service providers and sport and recreation clubs with the community.

Interested parties are invited to complete an Exhibitor Nomination Form by Friday April 19 at www.trc.qld.gov.au//healthwellbeing-expo. The 2019 Health and Wellbeing Expo will be held on Saturday May 18, at Merriland Hall, Atherton.

r u o r y e p b a a r p s G w e n l a c : o l s n e o i u t tr a c o l g n i w o l l o f e at th MAREEBA: Mareeba News, Piagno’s News, Mareeba Discount Drug Store, Shell Mareeba Service Station, BP Mareeba, Mareeba IGA, Curcio’s Bakery, Mobil Service Station Mareeba, Termite, Portsmith Fuels, Biboohra Cash Store, Post Office Centre Mareeba, Mareeba Leagues Club and all good business outlets. ATHERTON: Summers News, Phillips News, Mobile Atherton, Fresh St. Market IGA, Puma Service Station Atherton, Atherton International Club, Atherton Bakehouse and Café on Louise. SOUTHERN TABLELANDS: Tolga News, Mobil Service Station Tolga, Cash Store Walkamin, Malanda Spar, Caltex Malanda, Marano’s Malanda, Tobin’s Millaa Millaa, Yungaburra Foodworks, Yungaburra Pit Stop, Kairi Store, Herberton News, Herberton 5 Star, Wondecla Roadhouse, Ravenshoe News, Ravenshoe Hiland Bakery, Foodworks Ravenshoe, Ravenshoe Information Centre, Marano’s Ravenshoe, Tall Timbers Roadhouse and Mt Garnet Post Office. KURANDA: Kuranda News, Kuranda Foodmart, Koah Service Station, Speewah Store, Kowrowa Cash Store and Kuranda BP Roadhouse.

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DIMBULAH: TGT Home Hardware, Dimbulah Post Office, Bendigo Bank, Dimbulah One Stop and De Lai Fuel Distribution. CHILLAGOE: Almaden Hotel, Chillagoe Post Office, Chillagoe General Store, Chillagoe Hotel and Post Office Hotel. COOKTOWN: Cooktown IGA, Cooktown News, Sovereign Hotel, Caltex Cooktown, Palmer River Roadhouse, Cooktown Hotel, Lakeland Downs Hotel, Lakeland Roadhouse and Lakeland Coffee House. MT MOLLOY: Mt Molloy Post Office and Mt Molloy Store. KARUMBA: Post Office Karumba, Karumba Pharmacy and Carpentaria Fuels. GEORGETOWN: Ampol Roadhouse, Midway Caravan Park and Georgetown Hospital. NORMANTON: One Stop Shop, Normanton Trader and Garden Café. MT SURPRISE: Post Office and Mt Surprise Service Station. CROYDON: Gulf Gate Roadhouse and Croydon General Store. EINASLEIGH: Post Office and Einasleigh Council. FORSAYTH: Store and Post Office and Goldfield Tavern. MOSSMAN: Port Douglas IGA and Mossman News. CAIRNS: Smithfield News (Shopping Centre) and Cairns Central Nextra News.

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

Amaroo village construction commenced

After years in the making, excitement is building at Amaroo Estate as construction of Stage 2 of the Amaroo Village development commenced in March. CONSTRUCTION of stage 2 of Amaroo Village is under way. The site earthworks, electricity, sewerage, stormwater, slab and brickwork are progressing well. Completion of stage 2 is anticipated approximately in August this year. Pictured above is the artists impression of the design

concept, plus we have a 3D render of the design concept on our Amaroo Facebook page and website – www. amarooestate.com.au. Years of planning have gone into this project. The original town planning approval was gained some 10 years ago now. This stage, includes a Chemist and Pa-

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thology which compliments Stage 1, Amaroo Medical, which was opened in 2015 and has proven to be a huge success, already experiencing expansion. Amaroo Estate began in 2007. Since then 250 residential house sites have been created. Most have homes con-

structed on them now and there are plans to construct many more residential lots in the future. Along with other neighbouring estates, Mareeba’s Eastern precinct has continually grown over the years and was in need of a low-level commercial area to service its residents.

Stage 2 of Amaroo Village and our other stages planned for the future represents Amaroo’s plans to satisfy the ever-increasing needs of the local community as it develops and grows over time. New lots on Moondani and Allara are now available to purchase and inspections and enquiries are always wel-

come at Amaroo. Pop into our sales office on Hastie Road, Mareeba. Open from 10am to 3pm, Tuesday through to Saturday or call Deb on 0409 321 000 to arrange a convenient time to suit you. Amaroo – the place to live. Visit www. amarooestate.com.au.

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For rent – recently renovated home THREE bedroom concrete block home, combined kitchen, dining and lounge, modern kitchen, air conditioning, built-in cupboard in hallway, one bathroom and one toilet, internal laundry, single carport and a double and single garden shed and fenced yard. For rent at $360 per week – see website RH40 under

rentals. Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agencies. Phone 40 92 Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

1556, Lyn on 0427 153 868 or Mark on 0428 121 520. www.mareeba4880realestate.com.au MAREEBA For Rent $360 P/W Mareeba Real Estate Agencies 4092 1556

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A REMARKABLE opportunity awaits for owner occupiers and investors alike to snap up this superb investment opportunity in Kenneally Estate. This well-maintained four bedroom home with separate media room and study caters to lifestyle convenience with its considerable floor plan, open plan design and easy care floor tiles throughout. A list of features includes: • Four bedrooms, two

bathrooms, rendered masonry block home • U-shaped central kitchen with all the mod cons and high breakfast bar • Separate media room and study • Ensuite, main bath with separate tub and shower, built-in robes • Air-conditioning to most rooms, ceiling fans • Neutral colour scheme suits any decor • Outdoor patio entertaining area at the rear

• Large 1020m2 allotment with timber privacy fencing all around • Currently tenanted - returning $420/week If it is low-maintenance, comfortable and modern living in a family friendly locaAddress: Price: Agent: Contact:

tion you’re after, this home is hard to beat. It presents an outstanding lifestyle or investment opportunity, so be sure not to miss out – arrange to take a closer look today. Phone 4092 1355.

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THIS delightful five-year-old home ticks so many boxes with four bedrooms, open plan living and seamless indoor to outdoor entertaining. Stay cool in the summer months, fully air-conditioned with tiled living areas that continue through double glass sliding doors onto the massive tiled outdoor entertaining area taking in the Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

tranquil outlook of having no rear neighbours. Sitting on a generous size 1003m2 fully fenced block the yard is low-maintenance with room for a shed. Priced at $369,000 negotiable. Contact exclusive agent Norma Moloney at Ray White Mareeba on 0417 541 126. 7 Summer St, MAREEBA $369,000 Norma Moloney Ray White Mareeba 0417 541 126

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Yes this property could use a little T.L.C to bring it back to its former glory but what a LOCATION! • Situated an easy walk to Coles • Soaring ceilings, tongue & groove walls and decorative features • Two bedrooms plus a large sleepout area • Outside deck overlooking the backyard with established trees • 2 bay shed, all on a fully fenced 744m2 allotment • This property is currently rented at $290 per week Price: $210,000 – Be Quick! Exclusive Agent John Goncalves 0407 690 961

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Country queenslander charm

NEW to the market, this charming weatherboard Queenslander is set on just under an acre (4000m2) surrounded by established gardens in a peaceful location within walking distance to St Stephen's Catholic College and only a few minute’s drive from town on the Atherton side of Mareeba. Relocated in the 90’s the home has been renovated and well-maintained over the years and still retains all the traditional features including tongue and groove walls, high ceilings, casement windows, French doors and timber floors. Other features of this property include: • Three generous sized light and airy bedrooms (two with built-in wardrobes and air-conditioning) • Family bathroom with shower and toilet • Practical U shape kitchen with servery to the dining area and open plan lounge room with air-conditioning and access onto the veranda • Wide verandas wrap around three sides of the home with entertaining

area at the front plus large private covered patio at the back of the house overlooking the backyard • Separate downstairs laundry and second toilet off the back patio • 6m x 6m powered colorbond shed plus adjoining two bay open carport • Chook pen and shade house • 4000m2 fenced allotment, established gardens and native trees and no rear neighbours • Exposed aggregate circular driveway and extra visitor parking bay For anyone looking for a special place to call home, this is an opportunity that you don’t want to miss. Come and take a look at this exceptional acreage property conveniently located only minutes away from the town centre.

For further information or to arrange an inspection, please contact exclusive agents Sophie Bozzo on 0428 128 154 or Joe Torrisi on 0417 700 468 at Joe Torrisi Real Estate.

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Owens St, MAREEBA $398,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Real Estate Contact: Sophie 0428 128 154 or Joe 0417 700 468

Must sell IF you're looking for low maintenance acreage living with all the creature comforts included this 5 acre property is just what you're looking for and boasts the following attributes: • Five acres (2.05ha) fully fenced house and shed area plus paddock • Low maintenance three bedroom colourbond shed home with double garage, verandah and entertainment area • Gyprock lined internally with split system airconditioning to all the bedrooms and security screens throughout

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THIS lovely cottage style home is now offered for sale for the first time in decades. Well maintained and cared for, this home is located in a quiet, family friendly area on the Cairns side of Mareeba. Walking through this three bedroom, one bathroom home you will be welcomed by the homely atmosphere it has to offer. The lounge area

is positioned at the front of the home with adjoining dining room and kitchen which flows on to the undercover outdoor patio. There is a convenient day room and carpet to the lounge and bedrooms for ultimate comfort. • Three bedroom, one bathroom home • Well maintained • Carpet to lounge and bedrooms

• Day room • Undercover patio • Massive 12m x 12m shed • 885m2 allotment, partially fenced • Low maintenance lawn and gardens Outside offers a massive 12m x12m shed, great for storage or a handy workshop. All set on a 885m2 parAddress: Price: Agent:

tially fenced allotment with low maintenance lawn and gardens. For more information or to arrange an inspection please contact the exclusive agent Vince Costas at Central Realty today. Phone 0419 926 691 or 4092 2232.

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YOU may have seen some good homes, some maybe better than others but this is the best, value in its price range. Value packed for your family: • Four bedrooms, • Two bathrooms • Media Room • Office Nook • Open plan lounge and dining area and patio Area Proudly featuring: • Generous foyer at entry to home • Magnificent, open plan living with combined lounge kitchen and dining area that

opens out on to patio area. • Family friendly kitchen that has the space to accommodate multiple master chefs • Master bedroom with walk in robe and ensuite- king size shower • All bedrooms have built ins • Main bathroom with tub and separate shower • Compact laundry with storage space • Private rear outdoor space • Double remote controlled garage with internal access to foyer • Ceiling fans throughout

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have seen the good, inspected the better and now you can buy the best. For further information or to arrange a private inspection, contact marketing agent Aurelia Rogato on 0418 183 555. Visit www.rogatobros.com. au/1835192 Jacana Cl, MAREEBA $365,000 NEG Aurelia Rogato Rogato Real Estate 0418 183 555

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While there’s fun to be had this week, you’ll also be sensitive to family or friends who need a helping hand. You may even go out of your way to ensure that they get what they require.

Aquarius

Tide Times 0036 0.73 0709 3.20 1313 0.71 1927 2.72

EASY NO-KNEAD BREAD

You may be feeling idealistic and compassionate early in the week. Links with Neptune hint that you’ll be ready to sacrifice your time and energy to help another, but don’t go overboard.

Scorpio

Tuesday 16th

Max 26o Min 20o

1. Combine yeast and warm water in a large bowl. 2. Using a wooden spoon add in 1 cup of the flour and then the salt and mix until combined. Stir in the rest of the flour, one cup at a time, until completely incorporated. 3. Cover with plastic wrap or a lid that is not shut completely. Allow to rise for 1 hour. 4. Do not punch down the dough. Lightly oil the bottom of a cast iron skillet and srinkle a good amount of flour on top of the dough and then cover hands with flour. Take all of the dough and shape into a disk. 5. Place in the skillet, cover loosely with a towel, and allow to rise for another 30 minutes and preheat the oven to 180ºC. 6. Drizzle a little more oil over the top of the bread, and slash the dough with a knife creating an X. Sprinkle with coarse salt and rosemary leaves. 7. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the top is a deep brown color.

June 22 to July 22

Virgo

Max 27o Min 19o

Method

You may have a fresh vision of what you hope to achieve regarding your job, lifestyle, and career. The power of your imagination may come into its own, especially if you can regularly visualize your success.

Romantic dreams and creative plans may fill your head this week, giving you plenty of options for enjoying life and connecting with your more playful side. July 23 to Aug 22 Leo The focus certainly seems to be on home and family matters this week, which might also coincide with a concerted effort to get your place looking great.

Max 27o Min 19o

1 package active dry yeast 473 ml lukewarm water 1/2 tbsp kosher salt

April 21 to May 21

There might be some unexpected communication coming from a long-lost friend or old roommate today. You never know whom you might run into when you leave the house, so stay alert. May 22 to June 21 Gemini

Cancer

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ACROSS

7. A code word representing the letter S, used in radio communication. 8. A cold dessert of sponge cake and fruit covered with layers of custard, jelly, and cream. 9. Stay where one is or delay action until a particular time or event. 10. Rays of sunlight. 11. Better, greater, or otherwise different from what is usual. 13. The power of apparently influencing events by using mysterious or supernatural forces. 15. A distinguishing quality or characteristic. 16. Having blood or a temperament of a specified kind. 18. When the bowler has his arm extended at about 90 degrees from his body at the point where he releases the ball. 19. A layer of reinforced concrete forming the foundation of a building. 21. A person’s wife. (Slang)

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DOWN

1. The basic monetary unit of Turkey, equal to 100 kurus. 2. Any program, policy, or system of laws that seeks to provide protection for property owners, wildlife etc. 3. A military officer of the highest rank. 4. Past of stink. 5. An apparatus for showing motion-picture films. 6. Slender in design or build. 12. Appearing or occurring at intervals. 14. An essential or characteristic part of something abstract. 17. Very lightweight timber used chiefly for making models and rafts. 20. A kind of cloth made by rolling and pressing wool or another suitable textile accompanied by the application of moisture or heat.

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22. A protuberance of the mamma or breast where, in the female, the milk ducts discharge.

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Children’s Address: ‘King Jesus Came Lowly, Sitting on a Donkey’ featuring Ben the donkey.

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Atherton Lions Club Indoor Markets - Merriland Hall, Robert St, Atherton. 7am to 12pm.

MAY 4th

Douglas Orchid Society Autumn Orchid Show. 8am - 2pm. Mossman Shire Hall, Mill st, Mossman. Free entry. Raffles and Plant Sales.

4th-5th

Mareeba Orchid & Pot Plant Society Orchid Display. Mareeba Garden Centre. Potting demonstrations 10am each day.

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> Q.C.W.A Mareeba Bingo every Thursday from 9am at the Q.C.W.A Hall, Wilkes St, Mareeba. > Q.C.W.A Aerial Outpost Branch Craft Day. 4th Wednesday of the month 9am. 15 Wilson St, Mareeba. > Mareeba Lioness Club Monthly Seniors Bingo and free morning tea is held 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Mareeba CWA Hall starting at 9am. > Q.C.W.A Mareeba self help craft, cards and social morning every Wednesday of the month. 9am at the Q.C.W.A Hall, Wilkes St, Mareeba. > PCYC Seniors Social Club meets for morning tea, outings, trivia and games every Tuesday from 9.30am at the PCYC Hall, 136 Walsh St Mareeba. > Uniting Church Markets every Friday (hall near Target) 8.30am to 12noon and Saturday 4th August cheap book sale 8am-4pm. > St George’s Church Indoor Bowls Tuesday’s at 1pm at St George’s Hall at 53 Constance St, Mareeba. > Al-Anon Family Groups - Atherton and Yungaburra. Ph 1300 252 666. > Mareeba & District Orchid & Pot Plant Society - Monthly meeting held on second Saturday of each month, (except December), at Mareeba CWA Hall, Dempster Street, Mareeba. Meetings start at 2 p.m. All welcome. > Mareeba Junior Rugby League - Bingo at Mareeba Leagues Club Doyle St, Mareeba, Friday mornings from 8.30am. Email The Express today admin@theexpressnewspaper.com.au

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EXPRESS SPORT PORT Round One – The Great Northern Bullriding Series Bullriding action captured by Peter Roy Photographer on Saturday night at the Mareeba Rodeo Grounds.

Brydie to be tested on the state stage

Mareeba gymnasts Brydie Genge will travel to Brisbane this weekend for the State Championships.

MORE than 50 gymnasts tested themselves against some of the best in the region as they competed in the 2019 North Queensland Senior Regional Championships in Townsville last weekend. One such gymnast who took part in the tournament was Mareeba local and Mareeba Gymnastics Club member Brydie Genge. Brydie competed in the U15s category and finished in fourth place, having tallied scores of 11.25 in the vault, 9.65 on the bars, 9.3 on the beam and 11.9 on the floor, thus securing an overall total of 42.1 across all four disciplines. Brydie said she was pleased with her performance in Townsville. “There were a lot of good gymnasts at Regionals so it was a good test for me,” she said. “I was happy to finish fourth overall and to finish third on floor – I went better than I expected.” Brydie’s fourth place finish earned her the right to compete at this weekend’s State Championships which will be held at the Sleeman’s Sport Centre in Brisbane, and while that may be daunting for some, Brydie appears to have taken it in her stride. “I’m really excited,” she said. “It’s my first senior State Championships so I’m really

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looking forward to it and hopefully I’ll do well.” Brydie also took time to thank those who have played a pivotal role in her success. “I would like to thank my coaches, especially Kelly (Tulloch) who brought me down to Regionals,” she said. “And I also want to thank my parents.” Mareeba Gymnastics Club Director Kelly Tulloch accompanied Brydie on the trip to Townsville and will be doing so again for this weekend’s competition in Brisbane. Tulloch noted how impressed she was with Brydie’s performance last weekend. “This is the first year that Brydie has attended Regionals at the senior level, so for her to place is amazing,” she said. “She’s trained really hard so it’s great to see her rewarded for her effort.” Brydie’s and Tullloch’s attention has now well and truly turned to this weekend’s event in Brisbane. “We’ve got a little bit of improvement we hope to make before Brydie competes,” she said. “So Brydie has been back in gym since Regionals and putting in a lot of hours to best prepare, and our expectation for Brisbane is to compete in four apparatus’ in full with no injury, all while gaining valuable experience.”

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Hard work pays off

Erik Wallace has continued his stellar form after winning the Top Stars category at Toowoomba recently.

Wallace continues fine form on the track MAREEBA local and St Stephen’s Catholic College student Erik Wallace has continued his stellar form after winning the Top Stars category at Toowoomba recently. Erik’s performance was made all the more impressive as he convincingly beat the lap record, doing so in a lightning quick 16.766 seconds. Erik’s record marked the first time a junior had made the 16 second bracket, topping off what was a fantastic tournament for the 15 year-old who went undefeated in seven races. Erik said he was stoked to have won the Top Stars division. “We have a great reliable car

and crew so we were quietly confident heading into the twoday meet,” he said. “There were 20 competitors all of whom race weekly at top tracks with large car numbers, so it was a tough field.” Erik said that the lap record came as a great surprise and noted that he and his team weren’t expecting to get into the 16 second bracket – and that will be the sort of performance he will be hoping to emulate when he races at the Victorian State Titles at Hamilton Speedway later this month. “Hamilton will be tough as the best of the best drivers will be there competing and Titles al-

ways add a higher level of pressure,” he said. “We just have to prepare well and we will just take every heat race as it comes and hope for good draws and an opportunity to make it to the final in a decent starting position.” Erik also took time to thank those who have contributed significantly to his continued success. I wouldn’t be able to race without the support of my family and my amazing sponsors in South-East Queensland,” he said. “A special thank you goes to Performax International and the Smith Family.”

A STRING of changes in the Mareeba Bulls line up for the match against Innisfail Cutters on Saturday night saw the type of football Coach Perry Krakowczyk knew his charges could play, and it showed. A re-shuffling of the back line due to the suspension of Ben Stabile, the debut of Jack Centofanti, the club’s youth goal keeper and local gun John Ghensi saw a much improved performance from the home side. “We kept a clean sheet, we concentrated for the full ninety minutes and took our chances when they came,” said Perry. “We have done a lot of hard work at training and it’s paying off, Jack had his debut and did quite well. The boy’s are beginning to have that belief in the system we are playing and in their own ability. “We have the players that can make an impact, the injury to Captain Jamie Carroll was the only sour note to come out of the match, but we will assess the situation for the match on Sunday against Stratford. “It was good to see Jamie get a goal under his belt and the win will give everyone a boost and confidence going

Mareeba Bulls Kane Alderton in Saturday nights match against Innisfail.

into the next match.” Central defender Alex Plowman said keeping a clean sheet was important. “We were disappointed last week, we played well but things didn’t go out way, this win will do the boys a world of good.” Goals form Robert Pendenza, Jamie Carroll, Darcy McCormack and Bronson Koppen sealed a 4-0 win the Bulls. In the reserve grade, Damian Wildman scored the only goal in what was a tight affair with chances few and far between and the win keeps their 100% record intact. In the ladies premier division the lady Bulls collected their first win of the season

with a thumping 4-2 win over their Innisfail counterparts, while the youth side got bashed in their encounter going down 3-0 to the Cutters. On Friday night The Bulls Fillies had a narrow loss to JCU Strikers going down 4-3 and the Men’s second division kept up their early season form to pick up a 5-2 win against JCU. This weekend the Bulls are at home again and host the Stratford Dolphins in all grades with matches to be played on Sunday April 14. The Fillies and second division play away in the Tableland derby against the Atherton Eagles from 6.30pm.

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Gladiators fall to Leprechauns in first home game of season THE Mareeba Gladiators AGrade side showed plenty of promise in a losing effort on Saturday night. Their opponents were the ever-formidable Innisfail Leprechauns, and while the Gladiators ultimately went down 28-14, it certainly wasn’t due to a lack of heart. The poor start which plagued the Gladiators the week prior in Atherton happened again on Saturday, as Innisfail jumped out to a 10-0 lead inside the first 20 minutes, capitalising on the home side’s mistakes and illdiscipline. Despite their poor start, the final 20 minutes of the first half belonged to the Gladiators, as their outside backs began to create opportunity after opportunity out wide. Their expansive play paid off as Gladiators winger Josh AduDwanna scored in the corner to reduce the deficit to just a converted try. The Gladiators were unlucky not to score again just before half-time after Adu-Dwanna was tackled just short of the try line after he made a 50 metre dash down the sideline beating multiple would-be defenders. That missed opportunity proved costly in the context of the game as Innisfail’s try early

Mareeba Gladiators winger Josh Adu-Dwanna in action on Saturday night.

in the second half stifled the home side’s momentum they had carried from the end of the first half. A try to Gladiators captain Trent Barnard kept them in it, however Innisfail almost immediately hit back with three quick tries to blow the lead out to 28-8. Another try to Barnard late in the game brought the scoreline to 28-14. Mareeba Gladiators A-Grade coach Terry Aquilina said the ef-

fort is there, however it’s the errors which are hurting his team. “We’re making too many follow-on errors,” he said. “So we’ll do something well and then we’ll follow it with an error, and that’s proven costly as it makes it really hard for us to apply and maintain pressure. “In saying that, our players are willing - I can live with us making errors as long as they’re not avoiding what they have to do, so from that perspective there’s

something for us to work with. “We have a lot of young players in our squad and this a learning curve for them, so patience is required.” Saturday was a tough day for the Mareeba club, as the Gladiators went down in all four fixtures. The Mareeba Gladiators will have the chance to avenge their losses this Saturday as they host Southern Suburbs.

Roosters strong start continues

Atherton Roosters Reserve grade player Adam Parnell.

THE Atherton Roosters A-Grade side have continued their strong start to the season after defeating a strong contender in the Edmonton Storm on Saturday night. They followed on from their impressive performance against Tableland rivals the Mareeba Gladiators to secure a 30-16 win at Mungalli Creek Dairy Stadium. Ned Blackman and Ty Grogan starred for the home side as they both bagged a double to put the Roosters out of reach and as-

sure the win. Despite the A-Grade’s strong showing, it was a mixed night for the club as they recorded losses in the U18s and reserve grade fixtures. They were dominant in the women’s match-up however, securing a convincing win to the tune of eight tries to one. The Atherton Roosters’ next fixture will be in Innisfail this Saturday against the Innisfail Leprechauns.

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