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That’s Egg-tastic! SUNSHINE, chocolate and loads of fun will be in store for hundreds of Far North children as Kuranda’s annual Easter in the Park event makes its return this Saturday. A whopping 14,000 Easter eggs will rain down on Centenary Park when the Easter Bunny himself makes several “egg drops”, delighting youngsters such as this group pictured last year. Locals are being urged to get a hop along to several events running throughout the day. FULL STORY – PAGE 4

Just get rid of them By Michael Serenc KATTER’S Australian Party’s (KAP’s) controversial plan to cull problem saltwater crocodiles has found support from a pair of Biboohra farmers dealing with the animals on their properties. In an area normally free of saltwater crocodiles, Evan McGrath and Andrew Mazgay both told The Express they had no trouble backing the cull proposal as sightings continued to become more frequent. “We’re in a totally different position from all the other areas that have had problem crocodiles given the fact they’ve never been here,” Mr McGrath said.

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“We always hear from the do-gooders that we encroach on their territory. These things are encroaching on our territory.” Mr McGrath said he did not care whether the crocodiles were removed or culled, he simply wanted them gone from the area. “They’ve got to go. It’s as simple as that,” he said. Mr Mazgay said something needed to be done about the crocodiles. “There’s one too many now here,” he said. “I saw another croc about three weeks ago near my pump station.” As revealed by The Express on March 22, Mr McGrath and Mr Mazgay were part of a group of local farmers who spoke out about

the growing numbers of crocodiles found on their properties, fearing someone would soon be killed unless action was taken by the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection . Mr Mazgay, who runs a sand quarry and farms cane, previously told the paper he had been lunged at by a saltwater crocodile three times in the last three years, including one incident at Two Mile Creek last month. Wildlife officers had set up cameras and croc baits at a waterway on his property on March 2 and have since been back to collect the cameras’ memory cards and review any evidence of sightings. CONTINUED Page 3

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QITE make historic move MAREEBA’S old fire station is set to undergo a major renovation after being bought by a local job agency. QITE forked out just over half a million dollars for the building in an auction late last month, which will give their head office a more central and visible location along Byrnes St. QITE chairman Peter Apel said he was thrilled with the building, which offered QITE’s 22 Mareeba-based staff more office space and secure parking. “It’s a good profile in town and good accessibility for a lot of people who don’t have their own transport,” he said. “It will allow us to better organise what we are doing and make better use of the space, as well as provide improved training and customer support services.”

QITE chairman Peter Apel and general manager Jillian Trout out the front of Mareeba’s old fire station, which has just been purchased by the job agency.

Mr Apel said the new building also gave QITE scope for future expansion. QITE general manager Jillian Trout said the business now had its very own asset as opposed to its currently leased premises at 39 Byrnes St. “It’s really about improving the asset and putting an investment into the community,” she said. “There’s 75 staff across the region that we employ but Mareeba is considered our head office and this is where a lot of our back-of-house duties operate, such as finance and quality assurance.” Ms Trout said the increased visibility of QITE’s new

building would also make the agency more accessible for local employers interested in listing job vacancies. “It’s that front of mind thing,” Mr Apel added. “If they’re walking past us every day, we might be the first name they think of if they’re wanting to hire someone.” Mr Apel said QITE would begin moving in to their new building within 12 months. The agency currently has a “jobactive” contract with the Federal Government and offers labour hire and harvest labour hire services. Several training organisations also use QITE’s office space for their own programs, including TAFE training.

danced the night away thanks to some pumping tunes by DJ Syntax. “The customers loved it, they thought it was great,” Mrs O’Shea said. “We try and come up with a different theme every month just to keep it fresh and lively.” Supergirl herself, aka Collie Jacobs, was a popular

sight on the night, posing for several photos and mingling with punters. “People appreciated her going around and talking with the crowd,” Mrs O’Shea said. The event also offered revellers free games of pool and a free soft drink for designated drivers taking their mates home afterwards.

Happy hour goes ‘Super’ THAT’S SUPER: Supergirl, aka Collie Jacobs, was on hand to smash down drink prices and meet punters at Mareeba RSL last Friday night.

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MAREEBA was a little safer last Friday night when Supergirl flew in to the local RSL. The club’s monthly “First Friday” event took a superpowered turn, vowing to smash down drink prices during “happy hour” between 9pm and 11pm. The idea of promoter DJ Nathan Bailey, Mareeba RSL Club function manager Tracey O’Shea said the comic book-themed event was a hit with patrons, who

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Biboohra farmers Evan McGrath, Andrew Mazgay and Heath Amos are concerned about the growing number of saltwater crocodiles inhabiting their properties.

The farmers’ properties are infested with thick hymenachne weeds, creating a perfect environment for crocs to hide in and making it difficult for rangers to conduct patrols in those waterways. A sign has also been erected at a causeway along Pickford Rd next to Two Mile Creek, warning visitors and bird watchers that there are crocodiles in the area. But Mr McGrath said the sign was relatively small and would likely go unnoticed by passers-by. “It’s insignificant,” he said. Dalrymple MP Shane Knuth said he was in the process of drafting legislation for a controlled croc cull, shooting safaris and legalising egg collection with fellow KAP MP Robbie Katter. Mr Knuth said saltwater crocodiles inhabiting Biboohra was concerning. “This goes to show the scale of the problem we have, that in inland areas where you would have never seen a saltwater croc before, they are now showing up,” he said. Mr Knuth and Mr Katter will be touring north Queensland in the week

following Easter to speak with those affected by crocodiles in their area. “We want to ensure we can bring back the balance and where crocs are a problem, people’s safety would be the priority,” he said. “We are not mucking around about this. The main objective is there would be no negotiation with culling.” But Mr Knuth said depending on the situation, removing crocodiles could still be an option under the proposed legislation despite a preference to cull. The legislation is expected to be introduced into parliament in May. The push for a croc cull comes after a spear fisherman was killed by a crocodile at Palmer Point north of Innisfail last month and a pet dog was taken by a croc in the same region on the weekend of April 1. “When you’ve got crocs that are protected by the State Government, there’s no doubt crocs are becoming bold, increasing in numbers and stalking and killing both people and their pets,” Mr Knuth said. “The parliament needs to make a decision whether they’re going to back the people or back the crocs.”

Labor backs health review of overseas-trained GPs FEDERAL Labor has backed a government review into the possibility of allowing overseastrained GPs who bulk bill to set up in Mareeba. Shadow Rural Health spokesman Tony Zappia welcomed Health Minister Greg Hunt’s recent decision to review Mareeba’s eligibility to be classed as a District of Workforce Shortage (DWS). A DWS enables overseas trained doctors to practice in the area and gain access to Medicare benefits which enables bulk billing. “I wait with interest to see what the outcome of Mr Hunt’s review will be,” Mr Zappia said. “The Mareeba issue highlights a more seri-

ous and broader problem of getting health professionals to work in country Australia and in turn the impact that has on the local community when there is a shortage.” While stopping short of saying Mareeba needed to be classified as a DWS, Mr Zappia said Labor wanted to ensure there was a system to recruit doctors to work “in all parts of Australia” to meet community needs. “I would imagine the minister will look at all the relevant factors relating to the needs of Mareeba and it’ll be useful to know what the outcome is and whether changes need to made,” he said.

“It’s difficult to make a judgement as to whether the health system itself is at fault or there are other factors.” Mr Zappia said he also supported the introduction of after-hours home bulk-billing service Dial-a-Doctor into Mareeba and Atherton from next month, which will further bolster healthcare options in the region. Meanwhile, the Federal Government’s Health Insurance Amendment (National Rural Health Commissioner) Bill, which achieved bipartisan support in the House of Representatives is yet to be debated in the Senate. But Mr Zappia said he was confident it would

pass, with Labor adding three additional amendments to the Bill, which would spend $4.4 million to establish a Commissioner tasked with overseeing reforms. Those amendments were reviewing whether the Commissioner should continue in their role past July 1, 2020 when the office would cease to exist, the Commissioner having access to advice from the Health Ministers’ Advisory Council’s Rural Health Standing Committee and broadening the Commissioner’s scope of work beyond developing a National Rural Generalist Pathway without the need for ministerial approval.

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Digging deep for cancer cause A WHOPPING $500,000 has been donated to the construction of a planned cancer wellbeing centre in Cairns – with the help of local Freemasons. Mareeba’s Granite Masonic Lodge was one of several Freemasons groups across the Tablelands and Queensland who helped contribute to the organisation’s charity, “Hand Heart Pocket”. With each group’s levy and the sale of some retirement villages previously owned by the United Grand Lodge of Queensland, Hand Heart Pocket was able to donate to the Committee for Oncology Unit at Cairns Hospital (COUCH) for their planned Wellbeing Centre situated among natural

rainforest along Reservoir Rd. The centre will deliver services that provide a holistic approach to cancer care with the primary goal of improving the quality of life for people living with cancer as well as their carers. It will be used by patients across the Cairns region, including Mareeba and the Tablelands, with the centre’s 2.1ha of land donated by the wellknown Woodward family. The $500,000 will specifically go towards the construction of a large double pavilion, the first of the pavilions to be built on the Manoora site, which will house specialist and support service

providers. Mareeba’s Granite Masonic Lodge treasurer John Collins was full of praise for Hand Heart Pocket’s donation to COUCH. “I think it’s wonderful they’ve supported that,” he said. “There’s a lot of Masonic Lodges in Cairns and three up on the Tablelands, so we’ve all contributed.” Mr Collins said Hand Heart Pocket had matched a $500 donation the Lodge made to Mareeba Meals on Wheels last year. Hand Heart Pocket CEO Gary Mark said that

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CHOCOLATE lovers, look no further. You don’t want to miss an exciting Easter in the Park event at the Village in the Rainforest on Easter Saturday, when 14,000 Easter eggs will rain down on Kuranda. The village’s annual Easter egg drop for Easter in the Park is a highlight for local and visiting children. The Easter Bunny will drop eggs every hour from 11am to 2pm in Centenary Park. With each hourly egg drop there will be one golden egg that will be thrown out into the crowd. The lucky person who catches the goldeneEgg will receive an amazing Kuranda prize package. Included in the free family fun will be three jumping castles with one set aside for the younger kids, kids’ games, street performers, a magic show, four face painters, horse and carriage rides, shows and

stalls including the Kuranda Arts Co-op, Kuranda Envirocare and Kuranda Conservation. The event has also organised a separate area for youngsters aged five years and under to meet the Easter Bunny for a photo, and to collect their own little bag of Easter eggs. Dream State Circus duo Sophie and Jacob McGrath will give an action packed performance with diabolos, juggling balls, hula hoops and stilts. The Kuranda Candy Kitchen will give free candy making demonstrations at their Coondoo St store at 11.30am and 1.30pm. There will also be live music, with Lunar Moon playing from 11:30am at The Kuranda Hotel. Easter in the Park promises plenty of fun for the whole family. The event will run from 10am to 4pm on April 15 at Centenary Park, Kuranda. Entry is free.

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Baiada, union get breakthrough THE Australasian Meat Industry Employees’ Union (AMIEU) has praised moves by the company in charge of a Mareeba chicken factory to cease using foreign labour. It follows a meeting between AMIEU officials and senior management of Baiada Poultry in Brisbane last Thursday, where concerns were aired about the company employing workers on 417 and 457 visas. After a union meeting at Mareeba Turf Club on March 27, Baiada vowed they would no longer be using foreign labour at their Mareeba factory and confirmed this to AMIEU Queensland branch secretary Matthew Journeaux last week. “We’re satisfied with the outcome,” he said. “I think this situation highlighted it was an emotive issue within the local area and to give credit where credit’s due, Baiada’s taken that on board and are prepared to put on local workers.” Mr Journeaux said it was “hugely important” local people were given priority for jobs at the factory.

“Mareeba’s not an area with a lot of industry or opportunity, so those local workers rely on the jobs that are available,” he said. “I’d say Baiada would be one of the largest employers within that district.” But Mr Journeaux said the union would be keeping tabs on Baiada to ensure they didn’t revert back to their old practices. “We’ve given Baiada a significant number of applications from locals who have come to us and we’ve directed them to the Baiada plant as well where they can fill out applications.” The Express understands Baiada has already employed six people who filled out application forms at March 27’s union meeting in Mareeba, which took more than 80 job applications from locals. The company operates eight processing plants across the country, including their Mareeba facility, and supplies chicken products to a range of supermarkets, fast food outlets and their own subsidiary brands, Steggles and Lilydale Free Range Chicken.

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New bike track for Millaa Millaa A NEW bike track at Millaa Millaa has added to the growing number of outdoor facilities on the Tablelands. The town’s Bicycle Pump Track and Skills Park was opened on March 25 by Tablelands mayor Joe Paronella after an extensive community lobbying effort. “Up to 100 people enjoyed riding displays from members of our local cycling groups, trying out the new infrastructure and a fantastic barbeque provided by the Millaa Millaa Lions Club,” said Cr Paronella. “This is a great outcome for the Millaa Millaa community and a great example of a successful partnership between Council and community.” The facility, located at the Millaa Millaa Lions Park, is a dedicated skills park which features rocks, trees and other obstacles such as beams, bumps and jumps that teach critical skills in bicycle riding ability. It was funded by council and constructed by Ground Creations with assistance provided by the Millaa Millaa Lions Club. For information on cycling and trail activities, contact a Visitor Information Centre or go to www.trc.qld.gov.au

Colourful mural celebrates youth A CREATIVE mural celebrating National Youth Week has been put on display at Wondecla Sports Grounds. More than 30 Herberton youngsters converged on the grounds on April 1 to help paint the mural on the changing room wall, which features a magpie wearing the Herberton and District Rugby League Club jersey as well as images depicting the identity and culture of the historic mining town. Tablelands Regional Council partnered with the Police Citizens Youth Club, Herberton and Districts Junior Rugby League, Mount Saint Bernard’s College, Herberton State School and the National Rugby League to provide a day of fun and games, including the eye-catching mural with the help of artist Daniel ‘Wally’ Wallwork. “The Be Bold, Be Brave, Be You theme is a powerful message for the community,” said Division 1 Councillor Kate Eden. “It is very appropriate as the youth of our region need to be given the opportunity to express their thoughts on their issues and priorities. This message serves as a reminder to many that the youth of our community are the next generation of leaders.” Council Community Programs officer Jason Turcinovic said he was impressed with the participation and enthusiasm of participants. “The event has been awesome. From the design and planning stages through to the completion of the finishing touches late into Saturday

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the youth and community groups of Herberton have been absolutely fantastic in driving the project,” he said. “Special thanks to Wally Wallwork for guiding the group and giving his time and amazing ability to make the project such a

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Quad accident sparks call for action A KURANDA man has urged authorities to take action against people illegally crossing train tracks in their cars and motorbikes after an accident earlier this month. McCorry Rd resident Shea McKay said he was fed up with motorists and motorbike riders illegally crossing the train tracks to get to swimming holes in the area. It comes after a 21-year-old Machans Beach man collided with a passenger train while riding his quad bike along the Kuranda-Mareeba railway line near Fairyland Railway Station on April 1. While no-one was injured, the 40-year-old train driver was forced to SAFETY FIRST: Quadsafe Australia directors Colin Lawson (right), pictured with Darrell apply emergency brakes before colliding Knight, believes the government needs to register quad bikes like the one involved in this with the quad bike, causing significant crash along a railway line at Kuranda (inset). damage to the bike and train. Police investigations are continuing. Queensland Rail flew in the face of a previ“I’ve called time and time again for betMr McKay said illegal crossings had ous complaint they made to a different rep- ter governance in relation to quad bike regbeen taking place for the last decade he had resentative of the company, who suggested istration. The government doesn’t even aclived there. there might be a possibility of setting up a curately know how many quad bikes are in “There’s a lot of young fellas who use camera along the railway to monitor illegal use in Australia. that train line to travel anywhere from Ma- crossings. “It’s not wanted by farmers because they reeba or Koah and down into mountain Regardless, Mr McKay’s partner still don’t need more legislation and red tape but country on their motorbikes,” he said. sent Queensland Rail an email with evi- the reality is we do need better governance.” Mr McKay said he and his partner had dence of the illegal crossings. Mr Lawson organised the inaugural made a complaint last month and offered “It’d be good if someone did their job. National ATV Safety Forum in Cairns last photo and video evidence to Queensland Obviously, it’s the railway’s land and they month, with delegates establishing three Rail, who own the railway line, but no ac- need to police it somehow,” he said. recommendations that helmets be mandated tion had been taken. A Queensland Rail spokeswoman did not for “work use” on quad bikes, children un“They said we could take as many pho- respond to questions by deadline. der 16 years old should not operate adult tos as we like but they weren’t willing to act Quadsafe Australia director Colin Law- size quad bikes and an Australian Standard on it because it costs too much money to son said the latest accident between a quad be created for quad bike helmets. monitor,” he said. bike and train was down to “poor govern“If everybody that operated a quad bike “The bloke who we spoke to told us to ance” of bike operators. wore a helmet and we kept kids under 16 basically “get a life”. He was very rude and “There is no real, usable registration so from operating adult-sized quad bikes, we arrogant.” the government has no idea what people are would effectively drop the fatality rate by Mr McKay said that response from using quad bikes for,” he said. almost 80 per cent,” he said.

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Council gets top financial award NICE ONE: (L-R) Anthony Archie, Manager Development & Governance, Elisa Tatti, Manager Finance and Jennifer McCarthy Director Corporate and Community Services at last week’s Local Government Managers Australia (LGMA)Queensland Awards for Excellence.

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MAREEBA Shire Council has blitzed the State in financial management after winning a major local government award last week. Council received the “Financial Sustainability Award” at the Local Government Managers Australia (LGMA)Queensland Awards for Excellence in Brisbane last Thursday night, delighting CEO Peter Franks. “It’s really nice to be recognised by the LGMA for the work that council’s done,” he said. “The big thing is it’s a total team effort, so all staff and councillors over last three years have really pulled together to achieve this.” Mr Franks said the award flew in the face of Queensland Treasury Corporation (QTC) predictions which said council would fall into financial trouble within five years after it broke away from Tablelands Regional Council in January 2014. “We’ve had to be really careful about every cent we spend,” he said. “Interestingly, the QTC actually used Mareeba Shire Council as an example of how a council could manage their finances sustainably after de-amalgamation at the

Local Government Financial Sustainability Summit last month.” Mr Franks said council was forced to make several “hard decisions” early on in the de-amalgamation process, including making some staff redundant, offering voluntary redundancies and through natural attrition. “Basically, we looked at every single dollar we spent and looked at where we could try and make savings,” he said. “Our major source of revenue is ratepayer’s dollars and we can’t simply keep on putting up rates. We’ve got to look at ways of trying to minimise the impact on the community and still deliver a good quality service.” Mr Franks said council was still working through the budget for next financial year. “We’re going to do what we can to minimise any rate increase,” he said. From an operating budget of $37.9 million, council is expected to reap a $4.5 million surplus by the end of the 2016/17 financial year while maintaining a 3.5 per cent rate rise across the board.

101-year-old dies in three-vehicle crash A 101-year-old woman is dead after a nightmare three-vehicle crash near Koah last Friday. The woman, a passenger in a Mitsubishi Lancer sedan, collided with a Holden Commodore about 11:15am after it had stopped along the Kennedy Highway and was waiting to turn right into O’Neil Cl. The impact caused the Commodore to be pushed into the path of a Toyota Hilux travelling in the opposite direction. As a result of the initial impact, the Lancer’s elderly passenger was pronounced dead at the scene. Occupants of the other vehicles were treated for serious injuries at the scene and taken to Cairns Hospital. That included three women,

a man, a young boy and one female toddler. The accident held up traffic for several hours along the highway, with the road finally re-opened that afternoon. The fatality comes after vehicle roll overs last Tuesday had police pleading with motorists to play it safe over the Easter break. An 18-year-old Mt Molloy woman was lucky to escape with only minor cuts after she swerved to miss a kangaroo and rolled her vehicle at about 8am on Fichera Rd, Mareeba. A few hours later, another crash at Speewah happened at about 12:30pm along the Kennedy Highway, this time involving two vehicles. A 53-year-old Edmonton man was trapped in his vehicle when it

was struck by another vehicle and rolled down an embankment. He was transported to hospital for observation. But it got worse after a third crash happened on the Kennedy Highway at Mareeba about 3.30pm when a 22-year-old Mareeba man lost control of his vehicle causing it to roll. He was also transported to hospital for observation Traffic was temporarily held up on the range last Thursday afternoon after an accident involving a horse trailer. Police urged all motorists to pay attention to the “Fatal Five” – distraction and inattention, speeding, drink and drug driving, failure to wear a seatbelt and driving while fatigued.

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Atherton Rotary Club president Andrew McCosh, Rotary FNQ Field Days Committee chair Pauline Spackman, Rotary District Governor Ida Portella and Mareeba Rotary Club president Stephen Gear at Kerribee Park.

Field Days giving back community THE communities of Mareeba and Atherton look set to benefit again from this year’s Rotary’s FNQ Field Days after a string of projects funded through previous events. Mareeba Rotary Club president Stephen Gear and Atherton Rotary Club present Andrew McCosh are full of praise for Field Days and how the money raised helps them fund important community projects. Mr Gear said money raised from previous Field Days had enabled his club to fund the installation of TVs in patient wards at Mareeba Hospital and a playground for the facility. “A lot of our money goes back to the Mareeba Friends of the Hospital Foundation,” he said. “We also reinvest money by supporting local community groups and other small Rotary projects like the National Youth Science Forum and the Rotary Youth Driver Awareness

program.” Mr Gear said Field Days was his club’s major biennial fundraiser to be able to continue supporting community groups. “It’s also critical for other notfor-profit groups that provide food on Field Days, like the scouts and soccer club,” he said. “We give out free sites as well for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), the Black Dog Institute and Queensland Country Women’s Association.” Mr McCosh said money raised from previous Field Days had enabled his club to help fund the Rocky Creek Igloo restoration project and a multi-purpose facility at Atherton Aerodrome for use by the RFDS, paramedics and aero club members. The club also donated molasses and hay to bushfire victims in the Gulf back in late 2012 and held a “BLAZE AID” charity ball the fol-

lowing year to raise money for those graziers doing it tough. Rotary District 9550 Governor Ida Portella said the fact Field Days was being held over three days this year presented an excellent opportunity for both clubs to raise even more money for their worthy causes. “I’m sure they’ll spend their money wisely and give back to the community through projects that do some good,” she said. “I think both clubs work really well together and the fact they partner to put on the event is terrific.” About 18,000 people passed through the gates at Rotary FNQ Field Days in 2015, with all indications pointing to a repeat of that number this year. A biennial event, Rotary FNQ Field Days will be held between Wednesday May 24 and Friday May 26, 2017 at Mareeba’s Kerribee Park.

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A PAIR of a capella singers are set to have locals dancing the night away later this month when Africa Entsha plays at Kuranda Amphitheatre. Mpumi Mpunzi and David Nhlapo, part of the five-strong group touring Australia, will sing a wide variety of entertaining songs infused with dance, movement and percussion in a Gospel style. The duo will also sing some songs in their native Zulu tongue, paying homage to their roots in Soweto, South Africa. Africa Entsha manager Mario Nqabeni said the audience could expect a lively performance on the night.

“The audience is usually really responsive. The best part of the performance is when we get the audience to sing along with us,” he said. “There’s a choreography that we do that involves the audience so we do it all together.” Mr Nqabeni said Africa Entsha’s style would bring something unique to Kuranda. “Our style is something new. Wherever we’ve gone in Australia, a lot of people say they have not seen it,” he said. “We’ve been really enjoying it. What we’re hoping for is people learn more about the different elements of a capella

music, the style of clap and tap and the infusion of Western music being done in a different format.” The group has been performing for the past eight years and have previously toured the United Kingdom. Mr Nqabeni said the group got their start in gospel choir music in South Africa. Africa Entsha will play at Kuranda Amphitheatre on April 29 from 8pm. To purchase tickets, head to www. eventbrite.com and search for “Africa Entsha”. Tickets are $30 online or $35 at the door.

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it’s holiday time and the Easter long weekend is upon us and there is a terrific line up of fabulous family entertainment at the Rising Sun Cinema, in Mareeba. New this week is the eighth movie in the huge Fast and Furious franchise – THE FATE OF THE FURIOUS – opens in Mareeba this Thursday, at the same time as the rest of Australia. The delightful and really funny BOSS BABY is into its second great week. If you have missed THE LEGO BATMAN MOVIE or BEAUTY AND THE BEAST or would like to see them again, both continue throughout the long weekend.

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Now that Dom and Letty are on their honeymoon and Brian and Mia have retired from the game-and the rest of the crew has been exonerated-the globetrotting team has found a semblance of a normal life. But when a mysterious woman seduces Dom into the world of crime he can't seem to escape and a betrayal of those closest to him, they will face trials that will test them as never before. From the shores of Cuba and the streets of New York City to the icy plains off the arctic Barents Sea, the elite force will crisscross the globe to stop an anarchist from unleashing chaos on the world's stage... and to bring home the man who made them a family.

BOSS BABY

A suit-wearing briefcase-carrying baby pairs up with his seven-year old

brother to stop the dastardly plot of the CEO of Puppy Co.

THE LEGO BATMAN MOVIE

There are big changes brewing in Gotham City, and if he wants to save the city from The Joker's hostile takeover, Batman may have to drop the lone vigilante thing, try to work with others and maybe, just maybe, learn to lighten up.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Disney's animated classic takes on a new form, with a widened mythology and an all-star cast. A young prince, imprisoned in the form of a beast, can be freed only by true love. What may be his only opportunity arrives when he meets Belle, the only human girl to ever visit the castle since it was enchanted.

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

Amaroo... Building dreams, creating lifestyle When you consider the advantages, the decision to build a new home over buying existing is an easy one. Today’s knowledge of home building has improved enormously over the past few decades and new homes are built better than ever. They are solidly constructed and well designed for today’s lifestyles. New homes are highly energy efficient, and offer new flooring products, roofing and windows. The building products of today work better, last longer and look better. The result is a brand new home that is far more comfortable and healthier, easier to maintain and more enjoyable to live in. Existing homes do not come with a warranty. If something goes wrong, you have to deal with it, no matter what the cost. Building a new home offers peace of mind. Certified builders stand behind their work with a warranty. Building a new home allows you to have what you want from the very start. From layout, colours, appliances to cabinets to flooring, new home builders offer a wide selection of standard and up-grade options. You can choose what suits your own lifestyle, desires and budget. Old homes have hazards such as asbestos, lead based paint or faulty wiring. They may predate building codes that have improved and changed over the years. New Homes have been tested to meet the strictest of safety standards. Building a new home gives buyers lead-time to sell their home and/or to do some planning and designing. Lots at Amaroo are now under construction, it is achievable to be in your new home by Christmas this year. If you are a first home buyer the First Home Owners Grant is an absolute bonus. Amaroo Land Sales Office open every Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 3pm, or by appointment anytime. Phone Deb on 0409 321 000.

Bustard Downs – 99.16 acres on Mary Creek

Here is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a great rural lifestyle with income. For sale is this 99.16 acre (40.13 hectare) land parcel on the Mary Creek, improved with an established caravan/ camp/accommodation business. • Inclusions – Billboard advertising, Mulligan Highway frontage, Bustard Downs website and marketing. • Licenced Camping and Caravan Park: Established licenced 12 site Caravan Park consisting of 11 powered sites (2 x 15 amp), 9 sites have 3.5 metre high roof with concrete slabs, three sites uncovered with concrete slabs, water taps to all 12 sites (2008 new underground power and underground water infrastructure in place) • Ablutions block – four toilets, four showers, 2 x 200L solar hot water systems (new 2013), Satellite Wi-Fi internet ticketing system and 2 x 21,000L water tanks • 2 Residences – 1 x 2 bedroom cottage plus external bathroom (renovated and fully

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furnished) and 1 x 2 bedroom farmhouse, 1 bathroom (renovated and fully furnished). Additional features: • Permanent water, 500 metres of creek frontage, natural wetland • 10 megalitre water licence • 45 minute drive to Mareeba and Port Douglas This is the perfect opportunity to combine rural lifestyle and income. For further information or to arrange an inspection, please contact John Falvo at Mareeba Property Office. Phone 0408 456 344. Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

MOUNT CARBINE $520,000 John Falvo Mareeba Property Office 0408 456 344

Rock solid unit – price crash to $175,000 That's right, this rock solid two bed- throughout • Low Body Corp room masonry block unit, in a complex of three, is now available to the • $250 per week return in rent market for the sale price of $175,000 This is the best opportunity to enter the property market, great returns, negotiable. Constructed of solid concrete block low maintenance, secure tenants, it both internal and external walls, this ticks all the boxes. unit features two large bedrooms, separate bathroom, toilet and laundry, To arrange your own private inplus an open plan living and dining spection please contact exclusive agent Alex Srhoj on 0403 343 692. area. • Walking distance to Mareeba town centre • Fenced and secure Address: MAREEBA • Solid concrete block Price: $175,000 NEG construction Agent: EXCLUSIVE to Alex Srhoj • Air conditioned main Ray White Mareeba bedroom and living area Contact: 0403 343 692 • Security screened

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PROPERTY The price is right – large shed Great family home set on a sprawling 2020sqm block designed for easy flow between in and outdoor living spaces. The property enjoys a low maintenance treed setting located directly opposite the local primary school. The home offers four bedrooms, two with built-ins and air-conditioning with the main having an additional powder room large enough to create a fifth bedroom or office. The kitchen adjoins the open plan dining area creating a wonderful integrated living space flowing out onto the outdoor undercover entertainment area. The cosy lounge is separated from the formal dining zone by a cleaver feature wall blending in beautifully with the other living spaces.

Fully fenced with wide side access leading to the massive shed hunters delight, 4 concreted bays with power. The water supply to the property is via a bore with an additional 2 x 22,000 litres water storage tanks ensuring never to be short, another smaller tank is plumbed in purely for the collection of rainwater. This property offers huge potential for the first home buyer or the savvy investor looking to start or expand their investment portfolio, great capital gains to be made here quickly.

TWO bedroom cottage for rent out of town, fans, lino throughout, air-conditioned to the lounge/dining/kitchen, fully fenced yard and outside pets welcome. Rent includes electricity and the property can come fully furnished or unfurnished. For rent at $240 per week. For more information or to arrange an inspection, do not hesitate to contact Mareeba Property Management on 4092 2111.

For more information or a private inspection, please call marketing Agent Andrew Rogato at Rogato Real Estate Mareeba on 0418 183 444

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If you’re looking for affordable family living and you have your heart set on a blue chip location then you will need to inspect this well presented near new Tropic Coast home immediately. On offer is a deceptively large, near new, four bedroom family home packed with the following quality features: • Large tiled open plan living areas and carpeted bedrooms • Double insulation to the ceiling for added cooling in summer and warmth retention in winter • Split-system air-conditioning throughout

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• Bedrooms with mirrored built-ins and master bedroom with ensuite and WIR • Generous U-shaped kitchen overlooking the patio and rear yard with gas cooktop, breakfast bar, corner pantry and servery to the patio • Rear entertainment area with timber deck • Laundry with built-in cupboards/linen storage • 5kw solar system plus solar hot water system • Security screens and tinted windows throughout • Cement pathways all round • 6m x 6m x 3m high colourbond shed with high clearance roller door access and lean-to with cemented floor • Fully fenced and landscaped 1036m2 allotment with side access and no rear neighbours Only minutes from town and offering wonderful $45,000 street appeal this home is situated in sought after Amaroo Park estate and surrounded by other quality homes. Inspection is highly recommended. For further information or to arrange a private inspection please call exclusive agent Joe Torrisi on 0417 700 468.

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5 BRENADEN CLOSE, DIMBULAH • 1000M2 LEVEL ALLOTMENT IN BAROOGA GARDENS • READY TO BUILD ON + TOWN WATER • U/G POWER, TELEPHONE & BITUMEN ROADS • $20,000 FIRST HOME OWNER’S GRANT SOPHIE BOZZO 0428 128 154 WWW.JOETORRISI.COM.AU

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MAREEBA NOW $419,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

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PROPERTY

Owner very motivated – need it sold For rent – country living close to town

Contact:

MAREEBA For Rent $410 P/W Mareeba Real Estate Agencies 0428 121 520 or 0427 153 868

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• Beautiful modern 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home • Corner allotment, one immediate neighbour • Designed to take advantage of the quiet location, natural breezes and our great tropical climate • Open plan layout with an abundance of natural light • Large tinted windows, cool tiles and neutral paint scheme • Private generous sized outdoor timber deck • Double remote lockup garage • Private fully fenced yard with side access • 5Kw solar panel system Price: $329,000 Contact: Exclusive Agent John Goncalves on 0407 690 961

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• MOSTLY CLEARED WITH 40 HA CULTIVATABLE SOIL • BACKS ON RUNNING CREEK • 3 BEDROOM HOME • COMBINED KITCHEN, DINING & LOUNGE • 1 BATHROOM, TOILET & INTERNAL LAUNDRY • FRONT & REAR VERANDAHS • 2 VEHICLE CARPORT • STORAGE SHED WITH DRIVE THROUGH & BARRACK • MACHINERY SHED • MACHINERY INVENTORY • 40 HP ELECTRIC PUMP FROM CHANNEL • APPROX 6 HA OF 2” SOLID SET IRRIGATION PIPES • 600 MANGO TREES

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Get into the market with this very well yard • 853m2 block presented home in Marinelli Estate, • Current rental return of $400 per Mareeba. Features include: week until September 2017 • Three generous sized bedrooms Newly priced at $360,000 negotiawith build-ins plus office/fourth bed- ble. room • Two bathrooms, including a en- For further information or a prisuite off the main bedroom vate inspection please contact exlarge tiled separate living areas clusive agent Ivona Carusi at Ray • Fully equipped kitchen including White Rural Mareeba on 0409 579 197. a dishwasher • Tiled front and back patios • 3rd toilet featured in the large laundry area Address: MAREEBA (off the patio) Price: $360,000 NEG • 6m x 5m colourbond Agent: EXCLUSIVE to Ivona Carusi shed which includes 3m Ray White Mareeba x 5m fully enclosed, 3m Contact: 0409 579 197 x 5m awning

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A modern five bedroom concrete block home with combined kitchen, dining and lounge, new kitchen, fans, security screens, built-ins in bedrooms, two bathrooms (one being ensuite). The home features a veranda around the house, one lockup carport and one open under cover space for parking. All on a fenced two hectare allotment approximately 10 minutes to town. For rent at $410 per week.

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EXCLUSIVE A BLANK CANVAS • 708m2 ﬂat allotment, fenced on 3 sides • Walking distance to town and shops • Town water, power and sewerage • No building covenants

EXCLUSIVE LOCATION LOCATION!! • 1012m2 block zoned medium density • 3 bed, 2 bath Queenslander style home • T&G walls, casement windows, verandah • Double bay garage / workshop

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2.5 ACRES PURE LIFESTYLE

This neat and tidy home is situated on 759m2 in a quiet street of Mareeba and is only walking distance to the town centre. • 3 bedrooms • 1 bathroom • Walking distance to 100 park • 6% returns • Long term lease in place The vendors are motivated to sell quickly and have listed the property for an early sale. Price: $229,000 Neg Contact: Exclusive Agent Alex Srhoj 0403 343 692

Enjoy the serenity this 2.5 acre property has to offer. Located in a lovely rural setting with no immediate neighbours in sight, it is the perfect place if you’re looking for genuine peace and privacy. Property features include: • 3 bedroom clay brick home with airconditioning • Lovely open plan living with spacious country style kitchen • Bathroom with separate shower and bath • Back patio ideal for BBQs overlooking gardens & fruit trees • Machinery and storage sheds An added bonus is 8 megalitres of a gravity fed water from Tinaroo channel system so no pumping required. Private and peaceful country lifestyle, it does get any better than this! Price: $399,000 Neg Contact: Exclusive Agent John Goncalves on 0407 690 961

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In Memorium

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In Loving Memory Of

Quinton Evan Donahue 27.01.1979 ~ 17.04.2016

We miss you and love you endlessly. RIP Quim. Your forever and always “precious” Kylie, your babies Nay, Mac, Kaido, JJ, grandson Jac and extended family. XXX

Thank you Dr David William Hughes (RETIRED DENTIST) The family of David William Hughes wish to thank all those who attended his funeral service and sent flowers, cards and messages. Special thanks to Dr Sabine Saeidnia of Mareeba Medical Clinic, Bluecare and the Mareeba Hospital for their care of Dave. PLEASE ACCEPT THIS AS OUR PERSONAL THANKS.

T-MSC2017-12 HERBERTON-PETFORD ROAD GRAVEL RESHEET SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF TYPE 4.3 ROAD BASE Mareeba Shire Council hereby invites tenders for the supply and delivery of Type 4.3 Road Base for the Herberton-Petford Road Gravel Resheet project. Obtaining Documentation: Tenders are to be lodged on Council’s online e-procurement system, Tenderlink - www.tenderlink.com/msc. Please register as a potential supplier on Tenderlink to download the documents. There is no charge to register or to download the documents. Lodgement of Tenders: Completed responses must be lodged by uploading the submission to Tenderlink, using the response forms within the tender documentation. We strongly recommend that you begin uploading your tender submission files at least two (2) hours BEFORE tender closing. Closing Time: The Closing Time for lodgement of Tenders is 11.00 am on Tuesday 2 May 2017. For technical issues or general assistance to register, download documents or upload your tender submission on this website, please contact Tenderlink Support Help Desk on 1800 233 533 or email support@tenderlink.com. Public Tender openings are now delivered electronically with a tender summary being provided upon request. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Peter Franks CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PO Box 154 www.msc.qld.gov.au MAREEBA QLD 4880 Phone: 1300 308 461

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Church Notices St George’s Anglican Church 53 Constance Street, Mareeba

SERVICE TIMES

Thursday 13th, 5.30pm: Maundy Thursday Friday 14th, 7.30am: Good Friday Sunday 16th, 8.30am: Easter Day ~~~ ALL WELCOME! ~~~

Presbyterians continue to meet in Mareeba for worship each Sunday 10am, QCWA Hall, Wilkes St (behind Meals on Wheels) ~ All Welcome! EastEr thEmE: mEEt thE mastEr Good Friday 14th April 9.00am: The Dying Thief Resurrection Sunday 16th April 9.00am: Mary Magdalene “He is not here; for He is risen.” (Matthew 28:6)

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Land Area Property Location 4047m2 Burke Developmental Rd PETFORD 4871 232,694m2 Bakers Road MOUNT MOLLOY 4871 123,180m2 343 Emerald End Road MAREEBA 4880 114,600m2 Collins Weir Road MUTCHILBA 4872 642m2 17 Jebreen Street MAREEBA 4880 1022m2 2 Hampe Street MAREEBA 4880 20,000m2 37 Dawson Road MAREEBA 4880 954m2 288 Byrnes Street MAREEBA 4880 2,178m2 14 Martin Tenni Drive MAREEBA 4880

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Shooters school pollies, media MAREEBA Rifle Club threw open its doors to politicians and the media last Saturday in bid to promote proper education on firearms last Saturday. Organised by the Shooters Union of Australia (SUA) in conjunction with the Shooting Industry Foundation of Australia, about half a dozen Far North councillors and media members attended the day to pop off a round or two. SUA vice-president David Brown said he was delighted by the turnout, which involved participants using lightweight hunting rifles equipped with telescopic sights trying to hit a paper bullseye at the shooting range. “You couldn’t wipe the smile off their faces, it was an absolute delight,” he said. “The educational transfer was brilliant. The purpose of what we were doing was basically just to get rid of the myths and misinformation surrounding firearms. “It was about showing, contrary to widespread belief, why shooting is one of the safest sports around - shooters

take safety very seriously and are meticulous about following safety procedures.” Mareeba mayor Tom Gilmore and councillors Kevin Davies and Lenore Wyatt attended the day, as did two Cairns councillors. Cook MP Billy Gordon also made an appearance, donating $500 to the Mareeba Rifle Club. “Clubs like this operate on the smell of an oily rag and are a strong symbol of the community’s way of life here in north Queensland, which must be protected,” he said. Mr Brown, who has been running the open days in regional centres between Cairns and the Gold Coast, said Mareeba Rifle Club was a “cut above” when it came to organisation and professionalism. “I can’t speak highly enough about how wonderful the experience was. It was one of the best we’ve had,” he said.

FIREPOWER: Mareeba Shire councillor Kevin Davies aims up on the shooting range at Mareeba Rifle Club last Saturday. PICTURE: SHOOTERS UNION OF AUSTRALIA

School teacher kicks goal A 51-YEAR-OLD Atherton school teacher has become the latest Rhee Tae Kwon Do member to achieve his black belt, proving age is no barrier. Andrew Coghlan achieved his 1st Dan Black Belt at Rhee Tae Kwon Do’s “Action Day” on April 1 in Mareeba. 50 students and 10 Black Belt instructors from Atherton, Mareeba and Dimbulah Rhee Tae Kwon Do training centres attended the day. Australia and New Zealand Rhee Tae Kwon Do founder, World Master Chong Chul Rhee, was the chief grading examiner on the day, alongside 5th Dan Regional Master Instructor for Tablelands, Gennaro Arena. Rhee Tae Kwon Do Atherton Branch Instructor Larry Simpson said Coghlan’s success proved “age is no barrier if a student focuses and applies themselves 100 percent”. On the day, Coghlan demonstrated effective technique, power and control with his punch, sidekick and turning kick, breaking two timber boards. He also demonstrated his spin-

ning heel kick by breaking a single timber board, as well as executing his pattern and numerous rounds of free sparring with Black Belt instructors on the day. “Andrew’s focus and determination was exemplary - he never once faltered and maintained self control, tenacity and humility for the duration of his grading test,” said Rhee Taw Kwon Do Tablelands secretary and 2nd Dan Black Belt instructor Gaye Taylor. “For myself and many others as practitioners of Rhee Tae Kwon Do, it’s much more than a health and fitness activity. It’s a way of life.” The martial art is one of the biggest in Australia. The next Action Day will be held on June 24 in Mareeba. For more information, contact Gennaro Arena on 4093 2593.

NICE EFFORT: Andrew Coghlan being congratulated on his promotion to 1st Dan Black Belt by Founder and Father of Rhee Tae Kwon Do, Chief Grading Examiner, World Master Chong Chul Rhee

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What is your middle name? Lee What position do you play in hockey? Centre Forward, Left-wing or Striker Do you like chocolate? Not a big fan, no If you could be anyone in history who would it be? Lassie or Skippy – they got things done against all odds. Or person Marie Curie... but without the radiation poisoning If you could be any age for a week, what age would you be? My age, life is what you make it. Looking back gets you nowhere and the future is not guaranteed to all. Life can change in a minute. How excited are you to be going to NZ to play in the World Masters Games? Super excited, it’s a once in a lifetime experience with a great bunch of ladies... and Curly (our Manager)

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What is your middle name? Don’t have one What position do you play in hockey? Wherever the captain tells me to play Do you like chocolate? Yes, Lindt If you could be anyone in history who would it be? Not sure If you could be any age for a week, what age would you be? The age I am now How excited are you to be going to NZ to play in the World Masters Games? Very, very excited

What is your middle name? Rose What position do you play in hockey? Hopefully still standing upright by the end of the game, but I’ll take half/ back Do you like chocolate? Who doesn’t (edible body choc even better) If you could be anyone in history who would it be? Geena Davis (as Thelma in Thelma and Louise). If you could be any age for a week, what age would you be? 23. I got married at 24, so what does that tell you How excited are you to be going to NZ to play in the World Masters Games? Super, super excited - do I really have to play though?

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Bulls pumped for Heat clash SUPER STOPPER: Josh Leporati has been selected for the Australian squad to compete in this July’s U14 Mini Futsal World Cup in Brazil.

Young goalie chases Aussie dream A MAREEBA teen is calling on the community to help him realise his World Cup dream. Josh Leporati, 13, has been selected to represent Australia as a goalkeeper in the U14 Mini Futsal World Cup in Brazil later this year. He just needs $6500 to get there. The son of Mareeba Bulls veteran keeper Ronnie Leporati, Josh said he would love nothing more than to represent the green and gold. “It would be a great experience playing for Australia,” he said. “I like the pace of futsal. It’s faster than soccer.” Another two local futsal players – Damian Avolio and Dean Alterio were also selected as part of the 12-strong squad for the World Cup but cannot attend. Josh has previously been selected to play for Australia on tour before but has been unable to attend due to the cost. The Mareeba State High student, who plays futsal in Cairns once a week, has

excelled at the national level and hopes to one day get a contract to play futsal fulltime overseas. Spain, Thailand and India are just some of the countries that offer professional leagues. “I’m hoping a scout may see me and I can pick up more skills at the World Cup,” Josh said. Ronnie, who is going to the World Cup as an assistant coach with the team, said he would love to see his son put on the gloves in Brazil. “If we can get some help and support from the local community, it would certainly be appreciated,” he said. “I think Josh has got a good future if he sticks at it and trains hard. One save can turn a game and he’s proven it in the past. “The sky’s the limit for him.” To sponsor Josh, call Ronnie Leporati on 0402 788 763. The World Cup kicks off on July 6.

THE stage is set for an explosive FFA Cup clash between the Mareeba Bulls and FNQ Heat tomorrow night after Borzi Park was chosen as host venue. Bulls coach Alex Srhoj said he was looking forward to the potential match-ups on the field, including former A-League midfielders Wayne Srhoj and Lorenzo Sipi. “It’s a good opportunity to test ourselves. The boys are pretty excited about it,” he said. “We will need to be at our best, but we have nothing to lose. They are the clear favourites.” Adding some extra spice, former Mareeba junior Josh Pin will line up for the Heat while midfielder Bronson Koppen will also face off against his former club who he played for in the old Queensland State League under the FNQ Bulls. The Bulls themselves are not short of state-level experience thanks to strikers Steven Cater, Paul Ruiz and David Ruiz.

“We have to focus on ourselves and make sure we play a good game,” Srhoj said. “We won’t worry about them too much…They are a good side with some good players, but so are we. “We definitely don’t fear them.” However, the Bulls will be sweating on the fitness of captain Alex Plowman while the Heat’s Jamie Carroll and Shaun Owens, both former Bulls, have been ruled out. Srhoj said he was hoping for a big and vocal crowd at the match. “We need the crowd, we need the noise. It’s more then just the boys on the park, it’s us against them,” he said. “Hopefully we can catch everyone before they go away for Easter. It’s the first time in about three years that we’ve been able to play at this level.” The game will kick off at 7:30pm.

Second div smash Leichhardt

MAREEBA Bulls Orange have continued their undefeated streak in FNQ Football’s second division competition after smashing Leichhardt 4-0 last Friday night. After a ripper start to the season when they put 13 unanswered goals past Marlin Coast in round one, Orange continued their rampage against the Lions at Borzi Park. Orange’s Christian Mukadi drew first blood in the 15th minute to go 1-0 up, but the floodgates really opened in the second half. Damien Wildman (55th minute), Raphael Adjedj (75th minute) and Josh Ruiz (84th minute) all added to the pain for the Lions who simply had no answers. Orange coach Angelo Tatti was thrilled with his team’s performance. “I’m extremely pleased. I thought it would be a tough game, but the boys played really well across the whole 90 minutes,” he said. “As a coach, I couldn’t ask for any more. We’ve

played three games and had three wins so it’s a great start to the season. “The boys have been working really hard at training and they’re really disciplined on the field.” Despite going undefeated, Tatti said his side wasn’t getting ahead themselves and was taking it “one game at a time”. “I know we’re coming up to some tough games,” he said. “We’ve had the luxury of playing at home for the last three games and we’ll be playing away for the next two or three games, so that’s always a challenge.” Meanwhile, Mareeba Bulls Black enjoyed a similar 5-0 thumping of Edge Hill in the night’s other second division clash at Borzi Park. The Bulls’ premiers, ladies and reserve matches were cancelled and postponed to a later date.

Dimbulah man ‘stares death in the face’ A LOCAL “bull fighter” will be keeping watch over the cowboys who contest this July’s Professional Bull Riders (PBR) Australia competition in Cairns. Dimbulah man Kerry Whitehouse is the first Far North Queenslander to be offered the hazardous job, which involves protecting riders from serious injury or death – often putting his own life on the line. Whitehouse, who has been performing the role for PBR for the last 18 months, said he couldn’t wait to perform in front of a home crowd. “It’s going to be a rush and a very proud moment for me. The pinnacle of my career so far,” he said. “It’s a massive achievement to be noticed by the PBR and it makes you realise you must be doing your job right. I feel accomplished and honoured to be a part of it.” Known for his happy, easy-going nature, Whitehouse said he relished the “adrenaline rush” of being in the ring and knew the importance of his job. “I don’t think about what can happen if a bull gets me. I’m totally focused on making sure the riders get home safe to

their families,” he said. “My job is to put my body between them and the bull, and I do that with pride. I have the upmost respect for the blokes that compete in this dangerous sport and my number one objective is to protect them, no matter what. “We all have each other’s backs. We work in a tripod, and try not to get in each other’s way. We work like magnets, pulling together when needed.” An ex-bull rider himself, Whitehouse said he appreciated just how volatile the sport could be after several broken bones. That in turn makes him an ideal candidate as a bull fighter. “Your senses sharpen ten-fold. I watch everything, from what position the rider is in so you know if he’s about to come off, to how the bull is bucking,” he said. “You basically have to have eyes in the back of your head to keep a firm grip on the situation.” Whitehouse said he dreamt of making it over to the PBR World Finals in Las Vegas one day. To book tickets to this July’s PBR at the Cairns Convention Centre, head to www.ticketek.com.au or call 132 849.

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Roosters get first win

Gators too good for Mossman

Roosters under 19 forward Paul Nasser takes on the Edmonton defence.

MAREEBA Gladiators have demolished Mossman-Port Douglas in a comprehensive 46-16 victory at Davies Park last Saturday. Fresh off a 48-20 win against Cairns Kangaroos the week before, the Gators got off to a solid 22-12 start by half time. Far from being satisfied, a pep talk in the sheds from coach Tye Ingebrigtsen fired up his side as they piled on a further 24 points in a dominant second half performance. “I had a good chat to the boys about coming out in the second half and really firing,” Ingebrigtsen said. “We worked on a couple of things and spotted a few of their weaknesses in defence.” Gladiators co-captain Ian King was a particular standout, racking up the big metres to earn man-of-thematch. “It’s the best game he’s played this season,” Ingebrigtsen said. “I had been asking Kingy lately that I needed him to stand up as a captain and he finally delivered for me. “I was really impressed with

THE Atherton Roosters have registered their first win of the 2017 Cairns District Rugby League season with a come-frombehind 32-24 victory over Edmonton Storm at Roosters Stadium on Saturday night. After being down 20-12 at the break, the Roosters powered home to deliver four more tries in the second stanza for a win they were desperate to get. Roosters coach Dean Howard said his side were full of mistakes in the first half but a much improved second half got them home. “We forced errors on ourselves with silly penalties and dropped the ball in the first couple of tackles,” he said. “Our second half was very positive, we held the ball a lot better and the points came for us.” Fullback Jacob Rivett was again at his best with three tries, while young prop forward James Coyle continues to improve. The reserve grade match went to Storm 16-10 over the Roosters after the score was locked at 4-all by halftime. In the under 19 match, the Roosters defeated Storm 24-18 after leading 14-12 at the break. The Roosters will now host Southern Suburbs in all three grades at Roosters Stadium on April 22.

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Kingy’s performance. He’s a player with a lot of potential.” Henare Maeva came off the bench to bolster King’s onslaught, while lock Clint Posselt was his usual consistent self. Winger Boche Satrick crossed the line twice in the second half and local youngster Jack Hogan scored a try in his A-grade debut. “It’s just been a great effort. We’ve now won four games out of five,” Ingebrigtsen said. “It’s a really strong position to be in. The club won three games last year in A-grade so we’ve already managed to do better than that in five games. “I’m really happy with the position we’re in.” The Gators now break over Easter before having a bye in round six and then returning the following week to play Tully on May 6. Co-captain Maddie Oosen copped a knock to the shoulder early on in the Mossman game, but Ingebrigtsen remained confident he would be right for round seven.

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