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Malanda State High School team members Sara Cameron, Monique Riddell and Nikki Phellip joined hundreds more as the community came together on Saturday for this year’s Relay for Life. Held at the Atherton Showgrounds, the annual event provides a chance to recognise local cancer survivors, patients and their carers, as well as remember loved ones lost. The day also helped raise vital funds for the Cancer Council’s research, prevention, information and support services. PHOTOS PG10.

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Local farmers with national goals BY RHYS THOMAS

Walkamin locals Krista and Robert Watkins have recently returned from Brisbane following the Premier of Queensland’s Export Awards. The husband and wife’s business, Natural Evolution, was recognised as a prominent up-and-coming business and received the accolade for emerging exporter. The company was also a finalist in this year’s sustainability category, which they won back in 2016. Natural Evolution uses wasted fruit and vegetables and turns them into food protein powders and other natural products produced here on the tablelands. Their innovative work has pioneered a new industry for agriculture with explosive outcomes, even attracting international visitors for their unique technology and products. Being a local farmer, founder and Head of Innovation Robert Watkins never forgets his roots; banding together with local farmers and buying their otherwise unused and discarded bananas has helped grow the strength of the local agriculture community. Mr Watkins was ecstatic about this award and what it meant to his company. “It’s great to be recognised for the hard work and effort in getting this project from an idea to the international stage in just two years,” he said. “We are grateful for the support and are always striving to better agriculture.

Emerging exporter award winners Rob and Krista Watkins.

“We feel that maybe this is why we won this prestigious award.” Natural Evolution has now finished designing and running a new dryer technology along with a new specialised company that is dedicated to the recovery of farm resources and turning that into product. Along with interests in

growing the agriculture business in the Far North as a whole, the Watkins’ now also have their sights set on crops including everything from mushrooms to broccoli, potato, beetroot and many more. Natural Evolution’s start was a rocky one but with support from the State and Federal Governments, it has grown into the

powerhouse superfood supplier we see today. “People laughed at us when we came up with the idea for the product,” Mr Watkins said. “We started this from an idea that was fuelled by our passion and that enabled it to succeed. “We would like to thank the people that believe in us, including our customers, friends,

other local farmers and the great team working at Natural Evolution.” Mr and Mrs Watkins have also been entered into the National Ernst and Young EY Entrepreneur competition as well as being national finalists for the Disruption Award in Sydney at the end of the month.

Mareeba student takes home top honour in literary competition Olivia Soncin of St Stephen’s Catholic College has claimed top honours in a prestigious state-wide literary competition, which was held in Brisbane on 16 October. The annual Literary Competition unearths some of the

country's youngest and brightest literary talents and is run by the Independent Education Union of Australia – Queensland and Northern Territory Branch (IEUA-QNT) — and supported by the English Teachers Association of Queensland, James

Cook University and Penguin Random House Australia. Olivia received First Place in the category Years 9-10 Poem for her work Slaves of Fashion. Competition judge Ross Allen was highly impressed by Olivia’s entry.

“This poem is cohesive, fully resolved with all aspects integrated into a well-rounded statement of its theme – the exploitation of young children in the sweat shop clothing factories in the third world,” said Mr Allen. “The poet’s emotional con-

nection and empathy for the lives of these children is evident in her impassioned frustration that these children are denied fulfilment of their potential schooling and learning.” “In all regards, Slaves of Fashion is an impressive work.”

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Local calls for changes to disability parking permits BY JOSEPH BARCLAY

Member for Hill Shane Knuth with Atherton local Leonie Barber, both of whom are fighting to have changes made to the current Australian Disability Parking Permit Scheme to allow visually-impaired people park in disabled car parks.

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ATHERTON local Leonie Barber is making a passionate call for changes to be made to the Australian Disability Parking Permit Scheme. Ms Barber, 74, has less than two per cent of her vision and requires the assistance of her Seeing Eye Dog, Tara. Ms Barber recently applied to the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads for a disability parking permit, however her application was rejected as her vision impairment wasn’t deemed to be impacting her mobility. Under the current ADPP Scheme, the assessment process is based on an applicant’s functional ability to walk; as they are required to meet one of the following eligibility criteria: 1. Must be unable to walk and always require the use of a wheelchair; or 2. Their ability to walk is severely restricted by a permanent medical condition or disability; or 3. Their ability to walk is severely restricted by a temporary medical condition or disability, of at least six months duration, as certified by a doctor or occupational therapist. Given the above criteria, persons with intellectual, psychiatric, cognitive and sensory impairment (such as vision impairment) alone do not meet the eligibility criteria unless they also have a mobility impairment

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that impacts their functional ability to walk. Ms Barber said the current scheme is grossly unfair. “It’s discriminatory,” she said. “I don’t know where people get the idea that blindness is a secondary disability as considering I only have less than two per cent vision; I think it’s fair to say that my mobility is affected. “So I want to see politicians develop those criteria, as amendments to the parking scheme will make visually-impaired people’s lives so much safer. “Being required to get myself and Tara out of a standard car park means I’m very vulnerable to being in an accident. “Therefore it would give me peace of mind and greater safety if I were in a disability park right near the entrance of a complex.” Ms Barber said her fight for changes to the scheme is not only for herself, as a similar story in Hinchinbrook was reassurance to her that something needed to be done. Two young Hinchinbrook girls Arliyah and Mackenzie are both legally blind and had their application rejected for the same reasons as Ms Barber, forcing KAP Hinchinbrook member Nick Dametto to table an e-petition in Parliament which garnered more than 2300 signatures. Ms Barber said to deny those two young girls with a disability parking permit is criminal. “That breaks me up com-

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Irrigators call for affordable, reliable and equitable future water security Far North Queensland irrigators and urban water users say the solution to the region’s long-term water security must be affordable, reliable, equitable and safe. Key stakeholders – the Mareeba Dimbulah Irrigation Area Council (MDIAC), Mareeba Shire Council and Cairns Regional Council – recently met to unify their approach to securing a solution, as the region’s half a billion-dollar agricultural industry cries out for more water. They want long-term water infrastructure projects to be affordable for water users, particu-

larly the agricultural industry, reliable, equitable to both grower-irrigators on the Atherton Tablelands and water users from the Cairns region, and safe. The united front comes after the Queensland Government released the business case for the proposed Nullinga Dam on the Walsh River, near Mareeba, which revealed the high cost of water allocations based on a full cost recovery methodology. MDIAC chair Joe Moro said water affordability was critical to Atherton Tableland farmers. “The Nullinga Dam business

case showed the cost of water would start at around $15,000 which is grossly prohibitive for farmers,” Mr Moro said. “Without a reasonable subsidy from the government, it’s unlikely farmers would be able to afford to purchase water allocations. “This is particularly relevant for the cane industry and other high-value crops like horticulture.” Mr Moro said the administrative costs associated with running the proposed dam raised concerns, with the business case suggesting the annual operating

costs of around $3200 per megalitre. He said the Nullinga business case adopted a full cost recovery approach with no direct investment by either the Queensland or Federal governments. “This is inequitable and contrary to the approach adopted for other long-term infrastructure project such as roads,” Mr Moro said. “Investment in long-term water projects is the core role of both levels of government and is needed to ensure farmers are able to access water at a price that is

both fair and affordable.” There are also concerns around the quality of the water from the catchment of the proposed dam, which starts at Irvinebank, a former mining area. The region’s agricultural heavyweights have long mooted the proposed dam as part of a three-pronged approach to shore up the region’s long-term water supplies. They also want the North Johnstone River diversion proposal to be properly investigated and considered, as viable shortterm option while longer-term

projects are developed and constructed. Mr Moro said water was the lynchpin of the region’s agricultural industry. “The industry is worth more than half a billion dollars, with growth showing no signs of easing on the back of increased plantings across several commodities,” Mr Moro said. “Yet the uncertainty surrounding the region’s long-term water security is casting a massive black cloud over the future of agriculture and the communities that rely so heavily on it.”

Vehicle enthusiasts gearing up for car and bike show

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This Saturday the Atherton International Club will host the Tablelands Car and Bike Show featuring cars and bikes from all across the country for enthusiasts to enjoy. The event is proudly supporting the Malanda Men’s Shed and will feature vehicles of all shapes and sizes. Registrations for the event close at 7am on the day, with

it costing $5 per vehicle and $5 per person for the event. There are several categories available for both cars and bikes including Best Hot Rod, Best Holden, Best American, Best European, Best British Car, Best Japanese Car, Best Vintage Car pre 1945, Best 4WD and Best Mopar Car. Bikes can be nominated in the categories of Best British

Bike, Best European Bike, Best American Bike and Best Jap Bike. An overall prize is available for the best overall bike or car plus a people’s choice category. Food and drink is available on the day with children under 12 getting free entry. For more information on the event, contact Marg on 0439 084 824.

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Violence in QLD prisons reaching tipping point gation into the current issues regarding violence against QCS employees which are being raised by officers, union and members of the general public. B. Provide specific information on risk mitigation policies currently in place to reduce the risk of assault on QCS employees. Minister Ryan has until No-

VIOLENCE against correctional officers is a scourge that continues to plague Queensland prisons, and family members of Queensland Corrective Services (QCS) employees are speaking out to ensure improved systemic safety measures are put in place to protect their loved ones. One such family member is Nicole, the wife of a Queensland prison officer whose husband was assaulted by an inmate roughly five years ago. Nicole’s husband had faeces thrown in his face, resulting in more than 10 months of hygiene testing that cost their family in excess of $8000. “Because the prisoner was Hepatitis C Positive, it was months of testing which meant we had to put our life on hold,” Nicole said. “In addition, you go through a two-year court process only to find out the prisoner gets off – it’s completely wrong.” Nicole said she would like to see a mandatory sentence of 14 years implemented for prisoners who unlawfully assault a working corrections services officer, up from the seven-year sentence which is currently in the Criminal Code.

“I want to see the same sentencing laws for those people who assault prison officers as that of police and ambulance personnel,” she said. “If a police officer is seriously assaulted, it makes national news as it should. “However, when it’s a correctional officer, no-one seems to want to know or seems to care – I’m fed up and it needs to change. “I’m sick of my husband and his colleagues being treated as punching bags and not having anything done about it in the way of punishment.” Nicole has not been the only person to speak out on this issue, with a number of strikes having been held by correctional officers and unions across the state for improved working conditions – including multiple rallies outside Lotus Glen Correctional Centre. When looking at the statistics, it’s clear to see why there’s such a strong movement growing among QCS employees, as there have been 170 incidents of assault recorded against prison officers since January 1 of this year (As of last Friday). That’s more than one assault every two days.

It’s not only the physical aspects of the assaults that have an impact on officers, as they take arguably an even bigger toll mentally. “There are some days where my husband won’t want to get out of the car,” Nicole said. “Sometimes he comes home from two or three days of long shifts and he’s not the same person he was before which has an enormous effect on our family. “Hopefully with increased sentencing and improved protective measures in place it can deter prisoners from engaging in violence, which will in turn be enormously beneficial for officers’ physical and mental wellbeing. “But that can only be achieved if the State Government is willing to listen.” To achieve greater reach for her cause, Nicole recruited the help of Member for Hill Shane Knuth. At Parliament last week, Mr Knuth asked Minister for Police and Minister for Corrective Services Mark Ryan with reference to violence against Queensland Corrective Services (QCS) employees; will the Minister: A. Advise if the QCS has completed a thorough investi-

are to address this problem.” A rally consisting of correctional officers and their family members is scheduled to be held at 1 William Street, Brisbane on October 29. Nicole asked The Express to not have her or her husband’s full name printed in this article.

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Get set for bucking good action in Atherton The Mungalli Creek Dairy Stadium in Atherton will come alive on Saturday November 2 with a Round of the Great Northern Bull Riding Series. North Queensland Rodeo Entertainment have partnered with the Atherton Roosters to bring the Great Northern Bull ride Series to Atherton for the first time. But the event will be more than just bull riding; as it will also be a night to shine the light on bullying and youth suicide prevention. Highlighted as the “Bullying and Youth Suicide Prevention Round”, The Great Northern Bullride Series has

joined forces with the “Dolly’s Dream Foundation” with proceeds from the night going to “Dolly’s Dream” as we fight to stamp out bullying in our communities. The Great Northern Bull ride series will see some of the toughest bucking bulls making the long trip north along with a spread of champion bull riders from a number of Australian rodeo associations. The Great Northern bucking chutes and small arena will be set up inside the Mungalli Creek Dairy Stadium in Atherton so you can get up close and personal with all the entertainment.

The Ringers Western merchandise Truck will be onsite for all your latest western wear, heaps of giveaways, a licenced bar and lots of food options for dinner. After the bull ride the good times will continue with a Country DJ at the bar. Make it a family outing and support the fight against Bullying and Youth Suicide. Gates open 4pm with the main event to kick off from 7pm. Be early to secure the best seats in the house. Tickets at the Gate or save by pre-purchasing your tickets online at “Try Booking”.

Atherton will be buzzing with excitement as the Great Northern Bullriding series visits Atherton on Saturday, November 2.

Businesses vie for 2019 excellence awards The cream of Mareeba’s business, retail, agricultural, tourism and service industries will vie for the prestigious Mareeba Chamber of Commerce 2019 Business Excellence Awards at a gala event on this Saturday.

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Thirty-five nominees have been made across eight award categories. There are three nominees in the new business category – Ida Portella Business & Travel Services, Ignite Financial NQ and LWD Electrics. Best Revitalized Business will be contested by QITE, Working Dog Supplies and Saddlery, Mareeba Sheds and Gas and Seafood King. There are six nominees in the Excellence in Service Industry category, being, FNQ Solar Solutions/Brad Owens Electrical, Rex Petersen Bobcat Hire, Mulungu Aboriginal Corporation Primary Health Care Services, Lindsay Rural, Baba Curry and Amaroo Medical. Excellence in Rural/Agriculture will be contested by Northern Gulf Resource Management Group, Pinata Farms and Skybury Coffee while in the retail sector Graeme Ford Motors (trading as Mareeba Toyota and Hansen Ford), Sonlia Fashion, Who’s That Girl and Uniquely Made xo will vie for the award. The Excellence in Tourism will see Kur-Cow Barnwell Farm, Mareeba Heritage and Visitor Information Centre and Jaques Coffee Plantation vie for

the top gong. Six nominees will vie for excellence in customer service. They are Stephen Srhoj (Lindsay Rural), Damon Falvo (Mareeba Property Office), Nina Akelsen Grant (FlexiChoice MDFSA), Raechal Thorne (Mareeba News), Jintender Singh (Baba Curry) and John Williams (Mareeba Heritage Museum and Visitor Information Centre). The Community Group/ Event of the Year has attracted six nominations, being, FlexiChoice, Springmount Drag Racing Club, Rotary FNQ Field Days, Wheelbarrow Race, FNQ Growers Dinner and Mareeba Rodeo. Mareeba Chamber of Commerce president Joe Moro said the quality of nominees was exceptional, and demonstrated Mareeba’s reputation as a leader across a range of industries. “The awards pay homage to the business and individuals who go over and above in their chosen industries, and allow us to celebrate the achievements of so many who contribute to our great shire,” Mr Moro said. This year’s gala evening will be held at Kur-Cow Barnwell Farm, this Saturday, from 5.30pm.

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MAF helping those in need through aviation LAST Wednesday was a special day for Mission Aviation Fellowship’s (MAF) Mareeba Support Base as it marked the send-off of their sixth and final ‘Caravan’ aircraft to Papua New Guinea. The project began at the beginning of the year when MAF bought six Cessna 208 Caravan aircraft from the United States of America before bringing them to Mareeba to have the necessary modifications made to each plane. “Each aircraft required MAF modifications along with a * Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Certificate of Airworthiness,” MAF Aircraft Engineer Grant Dixon said. “They’re mass produced aeroplanes so they come out ofwith the We will fit you At the end of the Wear the factory standard.” the trial hearing aids trial period if you hearing aids, “Whilst they were new, there at your first visit. love your better hearing in a variety of were items we noticed that then we can fit you weren’tThere done to is ourno satisfaction; social situations for upfront with your own therefore we had to make the up to a 4 week or obligation. correct cost modifications to suit the for buildingtrial as far aids. as trying to materials, period.health ganisationhearing region we’re servicing.” services and the like are pro- standardise our fleet and being The major modifications vided by air.” able to have our pilots being made to each aircraft include MAF Chief Executive Of- able to fly any type of aircraft.” radio upgrades, increase in ficerFOR Mr FyockBE saidQUICK! the aircraft David FEBRUARY Fyock, who was ONLY!... OFFERanEXTENDED landing weights and baggage visiting Mareeba from Ashford, are expected to service the PNG area, along with a new and im- Kent in the United Kingdom, region for 25-30 years. proved tracking and refuelling said the project was a resound“We normally anticipate that system. the aircraft will fly somewhere ing success. *Conditions Apply. OFFER ENDS 29th FEBRUARY 2016. Mr Dixon said the six air“The key of the project is po- between 600-800 hours a year, craft will provide much-needed sitioning us for a future in Papua so by the end of that 25-30 years assistance those people living it ewill New Guinea,” he 125 toGRAFTON ST CAIRNS wsaid. w w. a u d i o h a l thave h . c o20,000 m . aoru more remotely in PNG. “We had the ability to take hours on it,” he said. CAIRNS INNISFAIL BEACH “These aircraft will deliver I YUNGABURRA Fyock said the ability to some funds from theI sale of a I ATHERTON I MrMISSION everything you can imagine,” piece of property in Africa to help those living remotely in he said. purchase six new ‘Caravan’ PNG is an indication of what “These remote communities aircraft – which fits right in to exists at the core of MAF. “Our vision is to see isolated don’t have roads, so their need where we’re headed as an or-

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Horror year on Far North roads

The motorbike of Stewart Pinder who tragically lost his life in an accident in Mutchilba last week.

THERE were yet another two fatal motor vehicle accidents on the Tablelands over the past fortnight, further adding to what has been a terrible year on our roads. William “Billy” Harris, 18, was the passenger in a Hyundai i30 when it rolled whilst overtaking a truck at Millstream on Friday, October 11. His loss had a ripple-effect throughout the Tablelands community, as Billy was a wellknown and popular young man whose passing saw an outpouring of tributes from friends and family on social media. That tragedy was compounded last week as the Tablelands saw another fatal motor vehicle

accident within days, as 54-yearold man Stewart Pinder was pronounced deceased at the scene after being in an accident whilst riding his Harley along Middle Creek Road, Mutchilba. The Forensic Crash Unit (FCU) are continuing their investigation to determine the cause of the accident. Tablelands Patrol Group Inspector Russell Rhodes responded to the fatal accident in Mutchilba. “It’s extremely sad and unfortunate, and as the Tablelands Patrol Group we have to put a priority on road safety,” Inspector Rhodes said. “We’ll try and be as fair and

reasonable as possible to our drivers, but we will do everything to ensure road safety and less fatal accidents.” Inspector Rhodes is also a Harley enthusiast and knew Mr Pinder personally, and he noted the impact he had on his community. “I’ve been a long-term Harley rider and I met this gentleman on a number of occasions,” he said. “He was an integral member of the Veterans Motorcycle Club and he will be sorely missed.” The two most recent deaths increases this year’s road fatalities in Far North Queensland to 23, compared to 18 at the same time last year.

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Tablelands RELAY FOR LIFE Saturday, October 19 at Atherton Showgrounds

Survivor Phil Klein.

Abby Toshach and Georgia Barnwell.

Irene Talbot and Doreen Salerno. IGNITE FINANCIAL NQ: Emma Horsford, Jacqui Webb & Michele Stanely.

Face of Relay Wendy Paronella

Emily Bell and Samantha Wright.

Diana Kitchen.

Experience you can trust Located in Mareeba, Atherton and Innisfail, the team at Ignite Financial NQ are your experienced and dedicated lending experts providing unparalleled financial services across the region. As one flame dies another ignites and it was Jacqui Webb’s passion for not only the industry and her clients, but the region as a whole, that inspired the well-known lending specialist to create and open a business that brought all this together. “Ignite Financial NQ is a direct reflection of who I am and how I live my life,” said Jacqui. “It’s more than just a mortgage broking firm – it’s a place for my team, my clients and my fellow business owners to find their spark – whether that spark lies in your dream home, your new business

or simply in the life you want to build for your family, we will be there to ignite that dream for you. Jacqui has more than 15 years of experience in lending and as an independent mortgage broker works with all ﬁnancial institutions to make sure her clients receive the best service possible. “I know that borrowers in regional areas crave that face to face interview with experienced lending specialists, I also know that access to that kind of experience is not as easy as it once was. Ignite Financial NQ provides exactly that, 5 days a week, in 3 locations. “We also provide borrowers access to choice with our panel of lenders including Bankwest, ING aswell as smaller credit unions like

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Lionesses donate $9000 to fight cancer

Credit Union Australia.” Jacqui has the expertise of lending support specialists Emma Horsford and Michele Stanley. With a banking background, together the team have the experience, know how and local knowledge to gain the best outcome for you. Ignite Financial NQ have offices open Monday to Friday in Mareeba, Atherton and Innisfail and are here to help you with all your lending needs – including home loans, refinances, investment and construction loans as well as car loans. Come and talk to the team today. Phone 0407 078 595, visit www. ignitefinancialnq.com.au or call into 135 Byrnes St, Mareeba, 30 Mabel St, Atherton or 1 Rankin St, Innisfail, Monday to Friday.

The Lionesses Club of Mareeba presenting the Cancer Council with a $9000 cheque that will go towards providing much-needed health services to the region.

THE Queensland Cancer Council branch was the beneficiary of a $9000 cheque courtesy of the Lionesses Club of Mareeba. The money will go a long way in helping provide muchneeded funding for services provided to those people battling cancer. “We’re accepting this cheque on behalf of the Lionesses Club of Mareeba, who hosted their

pink event back in August,” Cancer Council Coordinator of Regional Fundraising Emma Wilson said. “The $9000 raised will go towards our local services which include Marilyn Mayo Lodge, which is an accommodation facility for anyone that lives outside 50 kilometres of the hospital; our transport to treatment service which is available

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to those who live within 50 kilometres; and our wig and turban service. “In addition, we will be using some of the funds for research purposes to go along with maintaining our 13 11 20 phone number which people can call Monday-Friday when they want to speak with a registered nurse.”

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2019 AusFAC finalists

The 2019 AusFAC finalists are an impressive group of entrepreneurs who are at the forefront of agricultural and food innovation. The six AusFAC finalists’ biographies are as follows... time disease tracking platform, which lets farmers know as soon as plant diseases are present so they can be addressed before significant loss of crops. Growers lose at least 20% of their crop yield to plant diseases, with current disease monitoring techniques being labour and time intensive and inefficient for farmers.

vision to feed the world from waste to plate, healthily, sustainably and profitably. The world's soils are depleting. UAG Bio Nutrients delivers nutrient dense organic fertilisers for regenerative farming - made from organic waste to increase the productivity of soil and decrease the world’s food waste challenges.

SmartSheperd David Rubie SmartShepherd uses electronic collars to determine maternal line pedigree in free range livestock. Free range livestock typically have a low percentage of maternal pedigree, due to the difficulties and expense in collecting it. Farmers wishing to determine profitability at a peranimal level and build breeding programs to improve maternal genetics must collect this information. SmartShepherd determines maternal pedigree in free range livestock in just 48 hours using low cost Bluetooth hardware and an algorithm.

UAG Bio Nutrients John Barraclough UAG Bio Nutrients has a

SWAN Systems Tim Hyde SWAN is a precision agriculture system that guides irrigation and nutrient scheduling to improve economic and environmental returns. It is a predictive software solution that delivers precise information for enhanced decision making to reduce water use and optimise crop performance. SWAN collects data via telemetry to process by algorithms for irrigation/nutrient scheduling and monitoring capability. It is automated and configurable to ensure a tailored outcome. SWAN can be adaptated to existing infrastructure and is the only system to integrate a nutrient module covering the increased use of nonpotable water with eutrophication considerations. SWAN is applicable to any irrigation industry, whether it be turf, agriculture, horticulture, sports grounds, or the recycled water sector.

MPT AgTech David Finlay This 'Smart Seeder' technology measures the properties of the soil in real time while seeding, and using on-board Edge-Artificial Intelligence, is able to optimise itself for best seed placement. This helps overcome the challenges of soil quality variations across a property, which sees a third of seeds placed too deep and a third placed too shallow on the average farm.

WHO GETS TO KEEP THE FAMILY FARM AFTER SEPARATION? The breakdown of any relationship is emotional, stressful and can be financially devastating. The stress and uncertainty commonly experienced during separation is even greater where there is a family farm or business. Family farms are commonly the largest asset owned by a family. They often involve other extended family members. It is not unusual for the farm to have been passed down through generations and have significant sentimental value. Separations involving a family farm present unique challenges because farmers are traditionally asset rich but cash poor and rely on the continued operation of the farm to survive.

Ubot Patrick Edwards Ubot provides autonomous Citrus Harvestor pickers that work on deep learning algorithms, costs less than a human and work 24/7. Farmers struggle to get enough labour to pick fruit, leaving fruit is rotting on trees. These robots cost a farmer is $10 to pick a 400kg bin of oranges instead of $30 a 400kg bin for a human picker.

Congratulations to all the Finalists! BioScout Saron Berhane BioScout is an airborne real-

Who gets to keep the family farm following separation is an important question for both spouses. In the decision of Lee Steere, the family courts determined that a property settlement involving a family farm is to be treated no differently to other family law property settlements. The court is required to decide what a just and equitable division of the property is, after analysis of both the financial and non-financial contributions made by both spouses (when the relationship started, during the relationship and after separation), as well as the future needs of each spouse. Where possible the court will make orders to preserve the family farm or business. Who will keep the farm or business will usually depend on practicality and the contributions that each spouse made to the farm or business. At Miller Harris Lawyers, we understand that if the family farm or business does not continue to operate, it may financially devastate the entire family. We are committed to finding commercial solutions that ensure the continuation of the family farm or business, as well as financial security for both parties. Our expert family lawyers work closely with our specialist accredited commercial and property lawyers to provide strategic advice to our client’s on available options to resolve their property dispute. If you are going through a separation, contact one of our family lawyers today to find out about our fixed fee initial consultations.

Hodge pledges Pensioner Concession increase Potential TRC candidate Peter Hodge recently announced that if he stands and were to be elected as mayor at the next Local Government elections, that he will be recommending to the new Council that pensioner concession be increased by 12.5 per cent in the 2020/21 budget and further concessions be indexed to rate increases going forward. “The council pensioner rate concession has not been increased for some years while the net general rates have been increased by almost 25 per cent over the last four years,” he said. “I understand that our pensioners are doing it very tough at the moment and it is only right that we look after the people who have worked tirelessly over many years and have made this region what it is today.”

“It will apply to the 2400 properties across the Tableland region and I am quite sure all pensioners, whether you are from Atherton, Millaa Millaa, Ravenshoe, Malanda or elsewhere on the Tablelands will look forward to this increase in the pensioner concession.” Mr Hodge said it is not a large increase in monetary terms or its effect on the budget, as it will go from $240 to $270 per year. It is a start to where we need to be for the pensioners,” he said. When you look at Townsville City Council which allows up to a maximum of $800, I think this would be only fair that this valid and timely increase is introduced to the TRC pensioner concession scheme.

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Gloria Smith from Townsville and Lottie Hastie OAM from Tolga (both pensioners) with Peter Hodge announcing his new pensioner concession policy at the Atherton International Club.

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MAREEBA HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC. Centenary Park St Stephen's Catholic College 345 Byrne Street, MAREEBA QLD 4880 – YEAR 12 FORMAL – Ph: 07 4092 3599 Saturday, October 19 Email: sec@mbahistsoc.org.au Web: www.mbahistsoc.org.au

MAREEBA History update

are available to the general Did you know? Hello Everyone In 1998 Mareeba Police public, so call in and take a I guess you are all like us here gearing up for the Christmas break and and Mareeba Shire Council good look. Everything at the becoming excited what you society may find is under the treefor on Christmas Morning. Enjoy available the approved plans forabout the estabpublic research lishment of athe Police Citizen your day and time that follows.general Be careful, we dotowant to see you in 2019. and Youth Club (P.C.Y.C.)in and/or read. Just come and ask. Market day, Saturday 8th December until the Thetown. society will close from noon Mareeba are abreak. smallThe group of Helen can be found Did you know? Tuesday 8th January, 2019, for a well We deserved secretary, In 1975 The Mareeba In- friendly, dedicated people in a emergency on 4092 6599 or the society’s email:and sec@mbahistsoc.org.au very interested involved ternational Club celebrated

when the 300th person joined in the preservation and conWeorganisation. close 2018 with heaps of mining papers stillofto the be scanned then placed onto a dataservation Mareeba the base, brings me to ask if there is anyone out there who will Shire’s wonderful history. We be willing to assist us in Didwhich you know? volunteers and if interAlso in 1975, Mareeba this endeavour? Work is NOT hardare butall it is time consuming, but what wonderful benefits ested we wouldPlease be pleased Shire Council convened a but not only for the mining fraternity for everyone. contact Helen at any of the public meeting to learn of to show you how we run the above numbers. can begin at any time, We any day. TA!members society. have community andWe business opinions of the proposed in- doing... cataloguing, data enOne of our of members slowly putting our newsletters, journals try, all putting up displays, col- etc onto a simple datastallations parkingis meters items will be business so much easier to find.management, The society holds many different and dilections office inbase thesotown’s main conservation, enterarea. verse such items, from all over theadmin, state from like minded organisations, all waiting to be At present the Historical ing on our Facebook page, read and wonderful information sourced. Come on in and see for yourselves! Society of Mareeba is busy writing this column and also sorting through dozens of member’s Mareeba MemAt this time, we usually open our rooms on a Tuesday and Wednesday from 8am till 4pm, photos donated to them re- oirs, our newsletter. Come Mareeba Day,so 2nd & 5th (ifon there is one) of each month, 7.30am till in and seeSaturday what happens. cently. AsMarket there are many Come and join us.change in 2019 depending on reitnoon, will take time to times sort, by then and at other appointment. This may Check us out at www. catalogue, then put them sponse, so stay tuned. onto our photographic data- mbahistsoc.com.au or email: base. A timeis self-funded, consuming meaning job, sec@mbahistsoc.org.au. The society we have to source all our monies by ourselves. No but one that is very worth- You will find us at Centenary one gives us any money to pay ourPark, bills, buy archival materials so we can conserve, pre345 Byrnes Street, while. serve local history found in our Mareeba Mareeba betweenshire. the The Visi-members work hard to Wethe alsofabulous are in the process Information Centre ofraise accessioning monies from then rafflesenteretc so wetors can achieve this. If you seeand us selling, please come theand Mareeba the are volunteers, a dying oureven Library Data-or two and into say ‘HI’, buy a ticket help us.Art All Centre, our members base, the many newsletters, large green building. You ing breed, butallwork hard because we believe in looking this history for the generabe made most after welcome journals etc in hard copy will tions to come. at present. It is now the trend and we hope to see you very however to send these out as soon. Look forward to talking etc to you attached documents soin 2019 so take care and will see you in 2019. eventually they will be stored Cheers, Secretary inHelen a computer also in a Kindt, Honand Secretary. Mareeba Historical USB or similar. These interSociety esting and informative items

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PHOTO of the week The members choice winner of the Tablelands and Surrounds Photography Group this week is... Joanna Wilkie, RaveNshoe

A Billbergia bromeliad The buds were just opening to show some yellow with the neat colour combination of pink and blue. Enter YOUR PHOTOS via the Facebook page – Tablelands and Surrounding Photography Group

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

Amaroo Village business precinct Our vision at Amaroo is becoming a reality with Stage 2 of the Amaroo Village Business Precinct now all but completed. The new stage of the Business Precinct comprises a sophisticated and contemporary designed building, constructed with easy access in mind as the whole complex is on one level with no steps. We are proud and excited with the finished product and invite all to come and have a look. Amaroo Business Precinct welcomed Amaroo Medical in 2015 as Stage 1 and now welcomes Amaroo Pharmacy and QML Pathology as part of Stage 2 opening in late 2019. Expressions of interest are now sought for Shop 3 of Amaroo Village. This retail suite features 65 sqm of airconditioned comfort and has an additional 25 sqm of covered outside area at its disposal. This premise would be ideal for a health professional or perhaps a talented food vendor as the shop is serviced with a grease trap and is gas ready. We are open to all prospective businesses and welcome all enquiries. The vision for future stages of the Amaroo Village Business Precinct includes an array of allied health professionals to

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complement the existing health service providers and in time a local “Marketplace” supplying convenient groceries, fresh local produce and deli items to our community along with other businesses offering comfort, care and convenience to our residents and visitors. Amaroo is now in its 13th year of development and is well placed in the Eastern growth corridor on the Cairns side of Mareeba. Amaroo is continuing to grow and is home to many who enjoy living in a family friendly area surrounded by stunning gardens. Amaroo has a range of land selections now available including “Bundanoon on the Barron”, an exclusive boutique development which will be a very popular lifestyle choice for those wanting a small acreage property nestled in a private natural bushland setting with river frontage. Stage 10 on Moondani and Allara Streets has land available now featuring lots that are bigger than average, wide sealed roads, underground power, sewerage and town water. Please contact Debbie on 0409 321 000, or pop into Amaroo Sales Office on Hastie Road, Mareeba if you would like more information.

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Garden wonderland Set on fully fenced 4000m2, in a sought after location of Mareeba, this adorable property is sure to catch the eye of any avid garden lover. A delightful rendered block home surrounded by exceptional gardens where all the hard work has been done, complete with sheds, this beautiful property is truly one of a kind and a special place to call home. The moment you enter the property, you can't help but notice, its a garden lover's wonderland. An array of well thought out garden beds offer a huge variety of ornamental and edible plants, both a feast for the eyes as well as the dinner plate. The beautiful garden edging separates the manicured lawns and along with the irrigation system makes maintenance a breeze. Down the back, there is a 10m x 8m colorbond powered shed with drive-through access, an additional attached workshop/storage shed with sliding doors and a separate zincalume garden shed.

Inside the home offers a warm and welcoming ambiance, featuring three bedrooms plus an office breezeway and two bathrooms. The master bedroom has a walkin-robe as well as a private ensuite, whilst the main bathroom with separate shower and bath is centrally located, servicing the other two bedrooms with built-in-robes. Although the combined living, dining and kitchen is comfortable, it is not overly big but the large covered outdoor deck more than makes up for it. With a stunning outlook, the deck is the perfect place to entertain friends all year round or just unwind and relax in the serenity of the garden. Now if all this was not enough, just look at the some of the other inclusions availaAddress: Price: Agent:

ble – Double lock up garage. electric front driveway gate, patio with pull down shade blinds and quality louvers, air conditioning to all bedrooms and living, security screens, 2.07 kW grid connected solar system, town water and underground bore, 8 station irrigation system and rainwater tank plumbed direct into the kitchen. If you are looking for a well presented property, good value in a great location.... look no further. This home possesses all of these attributes and more. Contact exclusive agent John Goncalves at Ray White Mareeba on 0407 690 961 for more information or to book in a private inspection.

MAREEBA $455,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to John Goncalves Ray White Mareeba 0407 690 961

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Solid home or great investment

If you are looking for a great little solid home to start yourself off, or maybe you are downsizing, even if you are

just looking to add to your investment portfolio, whatever the goal is, then this one could be for you.

OPEN HOME: THIS THURSDAY 24TH OCTOBER 10.00AM - 10.45AM, 49 VAUGHAN STREET, MAREEBA

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Offering three three bedrooms and a good sized living area, the compact floor plan really packs a punch,

and there is very little wasted space in the home. Constructed of concrete block, this one is perfect for anyone looking for a low maintenance, solid home, on a budget. Unlike most other homes in this price bracket, this one does come with all of the trimmings. There is split system air-conditioning to two bedrooms and the living room, there are security screens throughout the home, and the bedrooms all have built-in wardrobes and ceiling fans. Outside there are a few extras as well, such as footpaths all around the house, a fully fenced back yard with Colorbond on two sides means you will be able to keep the little ones secure, or pets even! Out the back there

is a rear patio perfect for afternoon drinks or a BBQ, a 6m x 6m (approx) two-bay shed with power and lights, and a garden shed as well as a rainwater tank. • Air-con, security screens and window dressings • Ceiling fans and built-ins to all bedrooms • Central living area, open kitchen and dining room • Large tiled shower in bathroom and separate toilet • Rear patio - 6x6m (approx) two-bay shed with power and lights Address: Price: Agent:

- Garden shed as well as a rain water tank • Fully fenced rear yard with Colorbond on two sides Masonry block is the construction material of choice for many home owners and tenants alike, so don't miss out on this one. Call exclusive agent Remo Esposito for more information or drop into the Central Realty Mareeba office today. Phone 0401 969 473.

38 Martin Av, MAREEBA $269,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Remo Esposito Central Realty Mareeba 0401 969 473

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LARGE 3 BEDROOM HOME

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• Renovated 3 bedroom main residence • Plus 3 bedroom self contained flat • Solid block construction • Large front and back patios • 5kW solar panel system with solar hot water • Fully fenced and tidy gardens

• Spacious living, dining and kitchen + spacious rumpus room • Charming kitchen with retro cupboards • Airconditioned living • Classic casement windows + timber flooring • Fully fenced 900m2 allotment • Convenient location to shops, schools and parkland

• 2 bedrooms plus office • Lock up garage • Built-in-robes • Complex of only 3 units • Quiet setting • Low Body Corporate fees

Price: $279,000

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property

89.7 acres

overlooking the Barron River

ARABLE SOILS + AMPLE WATER

• 91.3 ACRES FROST FREE + APPROX 300 KP MANGO TREES • 76ML WATER ALLOCATION + SIZEABLE CATCHMENT DAM • 4 BRM MASONRY BLOCK HOME + MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT • 30M X 10M STEEL SHED & MULTIPLE OTHER SHEDS

PRICE: $1,200,000 NEG

JOE: 0417 700 468

This parcel of mostly cleared and arable land suitable for grazing, cropping or as a stunning lifestyle opportunity consists of 89.7 acres (36.32 ha) overlooking the Barron River. Positioned in an idyllic and private location on the Cairns side of Mareeba it's very well located and benefits from the following attributes: • Bitumen Road and Power at boundary • Approx 535m Barron River frontage • 35 megalitre water allocation • Mostly cleared, arable land Currently being used by Raging Thunder hot air bal-

loons for landing and morning breakfast, they also want to continue to rent back the site offering a prospective buyer an instant return on investment.

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For further information or to arrange a private inspection of this Mareeba property, please contact exclusive agent Joe Torrisi. Phone 0417 700 468 for more information.

276 Fichera Road, MAREEBA $970,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

144 ACRES ON THE CAIRNS SIDE

AUCTION ON SITE: 11AM SATURDAY 16TH NOVEMBER 96 -100 Constance St, Mareeba (If not sold prior) 6842M2 (1.69 ACRE) ALLOTMENT IN TOWN CENTRE + HISTORIC 1917 QUEENSLANDER INSPECT: SATURDAY 26TH OCTOBER 10.00AM - 12 NOON AND FROM 9.30AM ON AUCTION DAY

CONTACT: JOE TORRISI 0417 700 468

89 ACRES OVERLOOKING THE BARRON

• 144.65 ACRES • FULLY FENCED • 5 PADDOCKS • 3 BEDROOM HOME • 33ML GRAVITY WATER • LARGE SHED WITH SHOWER, TOILET & KITCHENETTE • CATTLE YARDS • RAMP & CRUSH • TRACTOR + SLASHER

• 89.7 ACRES CAIRNS SIDE • BARRON RIVER FRONTAGE • 35ML WATER ALLOCATION • PICTURESQUE LOCATION • MOSTLY CLEARED • ARABLE LAND • POWER AT BOUNDARY • BITUMEN ROAD AT BOUNDARY • CURRENT OWNER OPTION TO RENT BACK FOR BALLOON LANDING

PRICE: $1,090,000 NEG

PRICE: $970,000 NEG

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FOUR bedroom concrete block home, lounge with fireplace, modern kitchen/dining, two toilets,one bathroom complete with bath and separate shower, fenced yard, pets allowed. Features include.. airconditioning, built-in wardrobes, internal laundry, pets allowed, broadband internet access, small shed, fully

fenced and ground floor. For rent at $360 per week – see website rhoo23 under rentals. Inspection times by appointment. Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agencies on 4092 1556, Lynette on 0427 153 868 or Mark on 0428 121 520. Visit www.mareeba4880realestate.com.au

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MAREEBA FOR RENT $360 P/W Mareeba Real Estate Agencies 4092 1556

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Retail shop front residential out back

This prominent site at the entrance off the original Kuranda Markets is sure to impress, with its commanding position retail shops at ground level fronting Therwine Street enjoying consistent foot traffic and fantastic signage opportunities. With easy off-street parking for clients and onsite parking for residents, this is sure to be popular with investors with great ROI. The building has long standing tenants in place as with the four residential units at the

rear all-inclusive on the one title. With most of the tenants having businesses within the markets themselves it’s the convenience and location to them that assures the new owner investor a consistent passive income. • Prominent Therwine St Location • 1012m2 site with rear access • Solid building with long standing tenants • Onsite and undercover parking • Great return on in-

vestment • Income over 7 tenancies approx $93k p/a • Half year council rates $7,000 This is an exclusive opportunity to secure a prominent Kuranda freehold property which has been Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

developed to make full use of the 1012m2 land area. For further information or to arrange a private inspection please contact marketing agent Andrew Rogato at Rogato Real Estate on 0418 183 144. 5 Therwine St, KURANDA $1,300,000 Andrew Rogato Rogato Real Estate 0418 183 444

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• UNFURNISHED • 2 BEDROOMS • BATHROOM & TOILET • BALCONY OVERLOOKING STREET • OUTDOOR LAUNDRY & GARAGE • IN NEAR CENTRAL POSITION OF MAREEBA

$240 PER WEEK PHONE: 4092 1556 7 Hort Street, Mareeba

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property Surprise package This well built solid masonry block home is in great condition and a real surprise package with plenty of room for the extended family, teenages or just rent out the separate self contained flat. Positioned on a fenced corner allotment with only one immediate neighbour, this large family home features 6 bedrooms, 2 kitchens and 2 bathrooms in total. The main part of the residence has 3 large bedrooms, a terrific kitchen and a spacious tiled living. The adjoining flat is completely self contained flat with another 3 large bedrooms and a seperate entrance. Outside the home fea-

tures large front and rear patios overlooking the tidy, low maintenance gardens with raised corrugated garden beds for those interested in growing their own veggies. Other outstanding features include • 5kw grid connected solar panel system • Solar hot water • Security Screens • Tiles throughout Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

• Air Conditioned living Priced at $279,000 – you will be hard pressed to find better value for money, so don't hesitate to organise an inspection as you might miss out. Contact exclusive agent John Goncalves from Ray White Mareeba on 0407 690 961 to organise a private viewing.

49 Vaughan St, MAREEBA $279,000 EXCLUSIVE to John Goncalves Ray White Mareeba 0407 690 961

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Award winning home

An acreage lifestyle within easy reach of town

DISPLAY HOME OF THE YEAR HIA AWARDS $300,001-$450,000

Only 10 minutes from town and offering privacy and space this quality built four bedroom double brick home positioned on 2.47 acres is set amongst established gardens and offers a private acreage lifestyle still within easy reach of town. Features include: • 2.47 acres + 2 megalitres of gravity fed channel water • Very well maintained and quality built 4 Bedroom, 2 bathroom double brick home • Sizeable home throughout with generous bedrooms • Tiled living areas and office plus carpeted bedrooms and lounge • Master bedroom with reverse cycle air-conditioning and 2nd bedroom with builtin cabinetry • Substantial timber kitchen • Lounge and dining areas Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

with feature brick wall separation • Tiled rear patio • Hallway storage cupboards • Solar hot water • NBN connection and generator point • 3,000 gallon rainwater tank • Double garage with storage area and 2nd bathroom • Two-bay powered colourbond shed • 7m x 9m tractor shed and lawn locker • Dog enclosure and chook pen • Fenced Veggie garden • Fenced rear paddock with central poly mainline • Irrigated gardens and fenced rear yard area plus assorted irrigated fruit trees • Garbage collection and school bus pickup

599 Springs Road, MAREEBA $498,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

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Enjoy a private position that promises a relaxing lifestyle in an idyllic location. For further information or to arrange a private inspection please call exclusive agent Joe Torrisi on 0417 700 468.

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REGIONAL HOTEL FREEHOLD INVESTMENT Herberton, QLD

UNDER INSTRUCTION FROM TRUSTEE + Tenanted successfully for last 6 years + New lease at settlement + Single level block construction + Net passing rent as $47,705 + Located on the Atherton Tablelands + Historic township with many tourist attractions FOR SALE BY EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSING THURSDAY 31ST OCT AT 5PM

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Late of Mareeba. Formerly of Blato, Croatia. Passed away peacefully on Sunday the 13th of October, 2019 at Townsville Hospital. Aged 82 years. Much loved Husband of Mary. Much loved Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and friend to many. Family and friends are warmly invited to attend a Funeral Service to be held at St. Thomas’ Catholic Church on Monday 28th October, 2019 commencing at 10.30am. At the conclusion of the service the Cortege will proceed to the Mareeba Cemetery.

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Late of Wolfram Camp via Dimbulah. Passed away peacefully on the 14th of October, 2019. Aged 87 years. Dearly loved Wife of Joe (Dec.). Much loved Mother and Mother-in-law to Carolyn, Marie, Rita (Dec.), Joseph, Jennifer (Dec.), Stephen (Dec.), Steven, Herbert, Kathleen and their families. Grandma, Great Grandma, Great Great Grandma, Sister and Aunty to many. Relatives and friends of “Rita” are respectfully invited to attend her Requiem Mass which is appointed to move from St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Dimbulah after a service commencing at 1.30pm on Friday the 25th of October, 2019 for Interment at the Dimbulah Cemetery.

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Late of Mareeba. Passed away on Sunday the 6th of October, 2019. Aged 80 years. Beloved Wife of Lois Maisel-Kitchell. In keeping with Mike’s wishes, a Private Service has been held.

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Public Notice Notification of Proposed nbn™ Radio Network Base Station Facility

The National Broadband Network (nbn) is a high speed broadband network designed to reach 100 per cent of Australian premises and provide the communications infrastructure to help us stop falling behind in an increasingly online world. nbn is committed to delivering leading edge broadband services to all Australians by leveraging the three types of technology available – fixed line, fixed wireless and satellite, depending on location. As part of the fixed radio (wireless) component of the Network, nbn is proposing to expand the existing radio network base station at the following location: • 41 Savage Street, Cooktown, QLD 4895 (Lot 314 on BS227) NBN Site ID: R01-4CAZ-4CKT-5105 (RFNSA Number: 4895005) The works are to provide high quality wireless broadband services to customers in the surrounding localities. The proposed works on site will involve the upgrade of existing technology upon the facility including and not limited to the replacement and installation of new antennas, radiocommunication dishes and associated ancillary equipment to enhance transmitting technology. Furthermore the works will involve the replacement and addition of equipment shelters/outdoor units adjacent to the facility. nbn regards the proposed installations as a Low Impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-Impact Facilities) Determination 2018. In these circumstances, it does not require planning approval from Council. This notification is undertaken in accordance with the requirements of Section 7 of the Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code 2018. Further information on this specific proposal can be obtained by calling Garrett Wong on (03) 9975 3208. Written submissions can be sent to: PO Box 23061 Docklands VIC. 8012 Or via email: garrett.wong@aurecongroup.com The closing date for submissions is 08-11-2019. For general info on the nbn, email: info@nbn.com.au Or visit our website: www.nbnco.com.au.

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Notification of Proposed nbn™ Radio Network Base Station Facility

The National Broadband Network (nbn) is a high-speed broadband network designed to reach 100 per cent of Australian premises and provide the communications infrastructure to help us stop falling behind in an increasingly online world. nbn is committed to delivering leading edge broadband services to all Australians by leveraging the three types of technology available – fixed line, fixed wireless and satellite, depending on location. As part of the fixed radio (wireless) component of the Network, nbn is proposing to expand the existing radio network base stations at the following locations: • 474 Railway Avenue, Cooktown QLD. 4895 (Lot 72 on BK157102). (Site Ref: Cooktown West, R01-4CAZ-4CKT-5104, RFSNA Number: 5482003) The works are to provide high quality wireless broadband services to customers in the surrounding localities. The proposed works on site will involve the upgrade of existing technology upon the facility including and not limited to the replacement and installation of new antennas, radiocommunication dishes and associated ancillary equipment to enhance transmitting technology. Furthermore, the works will involve the replacement and addition of equipment shelters/outdoor units adjacent to the facility. nbn regards the proposed installations as a Low Impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-Impact Facilities) Determination 2018. In these circumstances, it does not require planning approval from Council. This notification is undertaken in accordance with the requirements of Section 7 of the Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code 2018. Further information on this specific proposal can be obtained by calling Garrett Wong on (03) 9975 3208. Written submissions can be sent to: PO Box 23061, Docklands VIC. 8012 Or via email to: garrett.wong@aurecongroup.com The closing date for submissions is November 6th, 2019. For general info on the nbn, email info@nbn.com.au, or visit our website at www.nbnco.com.au.

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Mareeba, Dimbulah, Kuranda, Walkamin, Tolga, Atherton, Kairi, Malanda, Millaa Millaa, Yungaburra, Ravenshoe, Herberton, Koah, Speewah, Mutchilba, Almaden, Chillagoe, Biboohra, Mt Molloy, 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!

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

SUNDAY 27 OCTOBER, 2019 REFORMATION SUNDAY “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God.” (Ephesians 2:8) DO YOU KNOW? That the reason for so many wars and conflicts on this planet is because we worship an angry, jealous, wrathful god of war that lost the war in heaven “Rev. 12:7-9”. Jesus calls the Pharisees the sons of the Devil “John 8:44” being descendents of Abraham “John 8:56” makes them Israelites, and their creator, Jehovah the Devil, we need Jesus’ God whose Father is not the God of this planet. It is all in the “Secret Book Of John”. FOR A COPY PHONE 4092 7761

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WEEKLY, FORTNIGHTLY & MONTHLY EVENTS Looking to join a collaborative and supportive team whilst utilising your clinical and case management skills? If so, please keep reading! Due to recent growth, we’re looking to welcome a Clinical Case Manager into our At Home Support Team in Cairns. As a Clinical Case Manager, working in the community, you will help our clients remain independently at home for as long as possible. This position will ideally be based in Cairns, however, we will consider candidates living between Mareeba or Innisfail who are willing to travel into Cairns on a regular basis. The successful candidate will have access to a Bolton Clarke fleet car and flexibility within their schedule! This role has an attractive base salary + salary packing and superannuation! To be considered, you must hold current AHPRA registration. A satisfactory police check will also be requested prior to commencement.

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Contact the refuge on 4092 3060 Hickling Avenue, Mareeba

> 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 Rugby League Club - Bingo at Mareeba Leagues Club - Doyle St, Mareeba, Friday mornings from 8.30am. > Mareeba Barefoot Bowls - Tuesday Nights - Mareeba Bowls Club, 6pm Sausage Sizzle, 6.30pm Bowls start. $12/ player > Mareeba Ukulele Group - Meets every Thursday between 3:00pm and 5:30pm at QCWA Hall in Wilkes Street Mareeba.

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EXPRESS SPORT PORT Meet the players...

Angus Campman

Who is your favourite cricket player? Peter Siddle. What do you like to do before a game to get prepared? Prepare myself mentally, thinking about what I can do. What’s your favourite part in playing cricket? Everything, meeting new people, love playing the game. What is your Favourite food? Pasta. Driver Tiah Skenner on Sunday.

Sunday racing at Herberton Speedway

The final monthly speedway meeting for 2019 was held on Sunday for members of the Tableland Competition Car Club at Herberton’s Tepon Motor Racing Curcuit. Top driver points on Sunday went to Owen Jonsson (A Grade), Andrew McCreath (B Grade) and Owen Rankin (C Grade). On Saturday, November 9, the club’s annual presentation night will be held at the track starting at 6pm. Terry McFarlane.

JOHN KIDNER

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Who is your favourite cricket player? Steve Smith. What do you like to do before a game to get prepared? Put bat on ball before i go out, get the body moving. What’s your favourite part in playing cricket? The mateship of it the team atmosphere you cant beat a team sport. What is your Favourite food? Ceaser salad.

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EXPRESS SPORT PORT

MAREEBA: Nicholas Tallarico, Luchio Da Rocha, Liam Leporati, Jamie Carroll, Dennis Allen, Eleanor Silver and Josh Leporati. ATHERTON: (below) Jason Curcio, Theresa Barletta and Scott Rawlings.

FNQ Football celebrates 2019 season in style FNQ Football held its annual awards night on Saturday at the Pullman International Hotel in Cairns. While there were no surprises, the sheer volume of awards was staggering. The two Tableland clubs (Mareeba and Atherton) collected a swag of awards on the night to cap off a successful season. On top of their premiership and grand final trophies, the Mareeba Bulls Liam Leporati collected the Golden Boot award for highest goal scorer with 21 goals and his brother Josh Leporati was awarded best goalkeeper for the premier youth. Best goalkeeper awards also went to Mareeba’s Eleanor Sil-

Legends of League night

The launch of Mareeba Old Players and Supporters (MOPS) was held on Friday night at the Mareeba Turf Club. The night featured legends of league, good times and lots of laughs while also raising funds for the Black Dog Institute.

ver in the Fillies division and Farrah Boustead in the women’s premier division. Coach of the year was awarded to Dennis Allen in the men’s premier reserves while Luchio Da Rocha was named Most Valuable Player for 2019 in the premier reserves. The Bulls Jamie Carroll was awarded the golden boot for 2019 in the Men’s premier division scoring 24 goals. The Atherton Eagles also didn’t go home empty handed. Scott Rawlings was awarded Golden Boot for scoring 34 goals in the men’s second division. Theresa Barletta had an outstanding year with the Fillies collecting the golden boot for

scoring 34 goals and also Most Valuable Player for 2019. Jason Curcio collected Most Valuable Player in the Men’s second division, while Egan Graham was awarded the golden gloves for best goalkeeper. Other Major awards on the night went to – Jacob Delany MVP Southside FC 3rd Division, Ruben Wasepa Marlin Coast FC MVP Premier Youth, Anastasia Ilic MVP JCU Strikers FC Premier Women’s and Cameron Nucifora MVP Leichhardt FC men’s premier division. Overall 2019 was a successfull and memorable year for football in Far North Queensland.

Mareeba’s old boys take out carnival MAREEBA was dominant at the weekend in the annual Old Mongrels Carnival held at the Stratford Dolphins Football Club. The tournament sees veterans of the game pull on their

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boots over three days against teams from all across north Queensland. Mareeba’s two teams were successful in both the over 35’s and 45’s divisions winning their grand finals in style.

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EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT FROM 7PM (OCTOBER – DECEMBER 2019) plus SOME FRIDAY NIGHT GAMES FOR GAME TIMES & MORE INFO VISIT FACEBOOK – Mareeba United Football Club - Social 6-a-side competition PAGE 22 The Express, Wednesday, October 23, 2019

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EXPRESS SPORT PORT

Schools come together for memorial shield St Stephen’s Catholic College and Mareeba State High School came together last Tuesday at Borzi Park for the annual Dr Mark Bestmann Memorial Shield.

The annual battle for the Dr Mark Bestmann Memorial Shield ended in a split day of results last Tuesday. Mareeba State High School and St Stephen’s Catholic College met each other on the Borzi Park grounds and prepared for a tough and intense battle. Both schools fielded a men’s and women’s side for the first time in four years with both games being played side by side. The matches were close with the St Stephen’s boys taking home the shield after keeping MSHS 10 runs short. This is the first time in four years that St Stephen’s has been able to secure the trophy, but

unfortunately couldn’t follow through in the girl’s game. The St Stephen’s girls lost when MSHS passed their total and won the game by 10 runs. The Dr Mark Bestmann shield is day of sports and fun, however the underlying message is much more important. The Dr Mark Bestmann Memorial Shield promotes healthy and positive wellbeing and helps to erase negative stigma surrounding mental illness. Along with community members and Margie Bestmann, Dr Bestmann’s brother and sister attended the event all the way from Toowoomba and were ecstatic about the day and its message.

They were also on hand to present the trophies to the respective winning teams. Event Co-ordinator Paul McLennan believes that getting kids out on the field and focusing on playing a sport helps gives students relief from the stress and issues that may be bothering them. “For the three hours they’re out on the field it gives them a chance to forget about all that,” he said. “They can go out and have fun with their friends. “It’s taken a lot to get us here but there is still a lot of the community that is unaware.” Margie Bestmann has wit-

nessed the growth and affect this day has had on the community and is looking forward to further progress. “I think it’s fantastic, with the support we’ve been given we’ve been able to grow this event,” she said. “When it started it was just a small idea that came on the back of Mark’s death. “Now they’ve got a long-term plan and today just represents how far they’ve come.” With the consistent expansion of the interschool competition, Mr McLennan is hoping to approach businesses and suggest a corporate day dedicated to mental health awareness through sport for the entire community.

Margie Bestmann and John Bestmann with Logan Poggiolo of St Stephen’s who took out the Dr Mark Bestmann Memorial Shield by 10 runs.

The first ever ladies match as part of the Dr Mark Bestmann Memorial Shield was won by Mareeba State High School.

Local racer looking to new heights 15-year old Mareeba local, Liam Waters also known as “Midge” is one of only a handful of young Australians to be invited to the Idemitsu Asia Talent Cup (IATC) tryouts in Sepang, Malaysia on October 29. The IATC is a feeder program into the world MotoGP championship and aims to identify and assist talented, young and aspiring road racers into the upper echelons of the sport. Liam has been competing on a Moto3 Honda NSF250 across Australia as part of the NSF250 Challenge Cup during 2019. Placing consistently on the podium amongst some of the best up and coming road racing riders in Australia has earned him an invite to this event.

2020 COACHES WANTED > Premier Men’s Division > Premier Men’s Reserve Division > Men’s Second Division > Premier Ladies Division > Under 18’s > Juniors U6’s-U16’s The Mareeba United Football Club is currently seeking expressions of interest for Junior & Senior coaching positions for the 2020 Football season. MUFC has a strong and proud history and we are seeking coaches to further develop our young and talented players.

All applications to be emailed to the President president@mareebabulls.com Applications close Friday 8th November, 2019

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