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ONE of the most popular events on the Tablelands is set to return to Yungaburra this weekend. The Yungaburra markets will be held this Saturday, July 25, after being cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions. Yungaburra Markets coordinator Nicole Willinger said the last markets were held in February and that reopening with COVID still on everyone’s mind was fantastic and scary at the same time. “We are concerned with the increasing levels of COVID-19
numbers down south and we always want to be looking after our community first,” she said. “We want to do everything that we can to give our stall holders the opportunity to keep trading but also give people the opportunity to go to the markets and enjoy their fresh produce, but we need to do it in the safest way possible.” To reopen, The Yungaburra Markets committee needed to implement a new range of safety and social distancing restrictions.
“We have removed some rows from the markets to give people more room to move around,” said Ms Willinger. “We are putting up signage to remind everybody of social distancing and we are also asking people with flu like symptoms not to attend. “We are also trying to implement a one way system, so that people walking in the same direction rather than into each other.” Store holders have also been sent a checklist, which includes directives that all stall holders must have hand sanitizer and that every store must maintain social distancing. Ms Willinger said they are also asking people not to linger. “We are not providing seated food areas, there will still be food on sale but there won’t be places to sit,” she said. “I am being inundated with people wanting to have a market stall, I am turning people away. It’s flattering that the community want to be involved.” One person who can’t wait to open up his stall at the upcoming Yungaburra Markets is Trevor Allwood from Tolga who has been selling his hand crafted wooden products at the market for over a year. “It’s a good country type market, with lots of people making lots of things they make by hand,” said Mr Allwood. “We are really looking forward to getting back and seeing our friends and customers.” The Yungaburra Markets are on this weekend from 7,30am to 12.30pm.
Book Fair is back NOT only are the Yungaburra Markets back on the calendar with the lifting of COVID restrictions, the Yungaburra Book Fair is back for another year on Saturday, August 22. This is the12th year of the Yungaburra Book fair and it’s one of the most popular events in the state for bibliophiles. The Bookfair was started 12 years ago by a single book seller and since then it has expanded to include local booksellers, collectors and authors selling their wares at the Yungaburra community hall. Organiser of the Bookfair Chris Tsilemanis said last year was their biggest year. ”This year we already have about 20 sellers and as it’s on the same day as the markets, we are hoping that this year will be just as big.” The organisers are now looking for local authors and book sellers to exhibit on the day. Cost is $25 per table or $12.50 per half table to share with another author/ seller. The Yungaburra Book fair is on Saturday August 22 from 9am – 4pm, entry is free. To exhibit at the book fair contact Chris Tsilemanis on 0447 610 304.
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New way forward for marketing of Kuranda THE way Kuranda is marketed as a tourist destination is about get a new lease on life after Mareeba Shire Council awarded the tender to promote Kuranda to Bang Media in Cairns. The tender was put out last month when Council chose to disband Tourism Kuranda (TK) after local businesses decided not to continue paying a tourism levy to fund TK. The tender, which will see Kuranda advertised as a tourism destination to Queenslanders and interstate visitors for the next 12 months, saw 22 applicants apply for the 12 month contract. After the meeting, Mayor Angela Toppin said that they are very excited by this tender. “We are very anxious to market Kuranda as quickly as possible, while Mareeba shire has weathered COVID quite well because of our agricultural industries, the tourism industry hasn’t.” Cr Toppin said. “It has been a real worry that Kuranda was dead. “Bang Media are well placed to market Kuranda and put it on centre stage to the rest of Australia.” Mayor Toppin also said that council is very excited about some of the new initiatives to be rolled out over the next 12 months.
TOURISM: Bang Media will work with Council and the Kuranda business community to market the destination to the rest of Australia.
“We are excited about some of the new projects that we have started in Kuranda like the Barron Falls walking trails, which are breathtaking.” According to the MSC Website “The proposal by Bang Media is a comprehensive 12-month digital marketing campaign with geo-fencing, search engine optimisation, search engine marketing, social media promotion through Facebook and Instagram, production of new Kuranda content for promotion via TTNQ and other digital distribution channels.” “It has the potential to build operator capacity and strategic
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alliances for future digital marketing by paying for up to 60 operators to list on the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse and encourages the take-up of Local Tourism Organisation membership. The digital campaign offers good market reach, amplification of one consistent marketing message for Kuranda, the best leveraging opportunities and conversion of Council's direct investment into advertising value equivalent.” Creative Director of Bang Media, Angelo Saliba said that it was a great win for his agency. “It’s something we are
looking forward to and something that we are all very passionate about,” said Mr Saliba. “We have been in business for more than 10 years and we have worked with Cairns Airport and TTNQ and local operators, I believe over time our work has spoken for itself.” Bang Media will also be working in conjunction with TTNQ on the marketing of Kuranda. “The partnership with TTNQ is allowing us to contact their members, partners and use some of their assets,” Mr Saliba said.
THE Tablelands tourism promoter has announced that they are rebranding with a slight name change and new logo. Tropical Tablelands Tourism, the corporate arm of Discover Atherton Tablelands, is rebranding to Tourism Atherton Tablelands in a move they claim is designed to consolidate the marketing potential of the region. Eddy Nye, chair of Tourism Atherton Tablelands, said the rebranding would provide a fresh new look and better align with the successful Discover Atherton Tablelands consumer destination brand. The move would see Tourism Atherton Tablelands align with other tourism organisations such as Tourism Port Douglas Daintree and Tourism Tropical North Queensland. “The Atherton Tablelands is so much more than ‘tropical tablelands’ suggests. Up here we grow papaws and mangoes and bush tucker next to blueberries and stone fruit - produce that is more usually related to cooler climate foodie destinations like Tasmania,” Mr Nye said. “Because of the altitude, our weather is much cooler without the humidity that is usually associated with a tropical holiday.” The new Tourism Atherton Tablelands corporate brand will also be complemented by new a fig leaf logo, rolled out to members this financial year as a regional promotion stamp, along with the new tag line #discoverperfect, which will underscore the destination Atherton Table-
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lands’ campaigns. “The fig leaf logo is a nod to the prolific native fig trees on the Atherton Tablelands. It was first used by the Atherton Tablelands Promotion Bureau three decades ago and is readily recognised.” “It ties the corporate brand and the consumer destination brand together and is available to all tourism and business operators on the Atherton Tablelands who would like to adopt the regional branding on their websites, brochures or social channels,” Mr Nye said. “The #discoverperfect tag supports a number of tourism activities, including #DiscoverAdventure, #DiscoverWaterfalls, #DiscoverNature, #DiscoverFood, #DiscoverHistory, #DiscoverOutback and #DiscoverAncientRainforest, together with Another #perfect Atherton Tablelands experience. Mr Nye said despite the hardships presented by the Covid-19 pandemic, the 2019/20 year had seen increased online reach to potential visitors. “As part of Covid-19 recovery marketing activity, two social media campaigns were run from June 1 to June 21 targeting Atherton Tablelands brand awareness and pointing to the Atherton Tablelands website, for comprehensive travel advice,” he said. The brand awareness campaign focused on intrastate travel with a regional focus on Cairns, Townsville, Mackay and Brisbane through Facebook and Instagram.
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Council projects set to get underway BY PHIL BRANDEL LOCAL Council’s were big winners in the the State Government’s $200 million COVID works for Queensland program. The new funding will go towards 123 projects across Far North Queensland, which is expected to create or support 890 local jobs. Mareeba Shire Council (MSC) was one of the biggest recipients receiving $2.5 million in funding. Mareeba Shire Mayor Angela Toppin welcomed the funding announcement and said that it will kick off a list of shovelready projects across the Shire. “Council has identified
a number of worthy projects across the Shire that will enhance the liveability of the Shire, create jobs and boost the local economy,” Cr Toppin said. “The program will create jobs and stimulate the local economy post-COVID.” One of the first projects to get underway is a new pound and animal refuge which council is now taking tenders for the new design. “The money is going to be used to build new facilities at the councils pound, we try and provide the best facilities we can but this is long overdue.” “We desperately need to rebuild and improve the facilities. “We are also going to pro-
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vide an additional animal refuge service, and due to funding conditions this all needs to be completed before the end of this financial year so we will be moving very quickly on this.” Some of the other funding is going towards moving the current Mareeba library to the Cedric Davies Community Hub which is expected to happen before the end of the year and solar lighting at the Mareeba Bicentennial lakes. The Tablelands Regional Council also received more than $2 million in funding with Mayor Rod Marti saying “We appreciate the State Government’s support and the opportunity this funding provides to upgrade and enhance facilities for the community.” Mr Marti said that one of TRC’s priority projects is the Ravenshoe Water Main Upgrade “We are continuing water improvement work in the Ravenshoe area by integrating proposed reservoir into the water supply scheme.” he said. There will also be $450,000 upgrade to the TRC animal management facility “Current facilities are not meeting our needs. Plans include 14 RSPCA-spec kennels, separate cat room, vet/treatment room, storage area for food, beds, towels and cleaning equipment and a small reception/office where pet owners can come to pick up their animals.” Cr Marti said Member for Cook Cynthia Lui said the projects would make a difference to the region. “I am very pleased that pro-
jects like installing new playground equipment at the Lions Park in Cooktown and the construction of a new splash park in Wujal Wujal to help keep the children safe from crocodiles will be funded through this fantastic initiative,” Ms Lui said. “While there’s no doubt our people are resilient, I know these projects, and the jobs they create, will be extremely welcome during this tough time. “We’re continuing to manage the health response and that means we can start delivering Queensland’s plan for economic recovery,” she said. MSC Projects include: Shire-wide Council facility upgrades (including the upgrade of halls, amenities blocks, swimming pool facilities and caravan parks), Mareeba Pound and Animal Refuge, Mareeba Bicentennial Lakes solar lighting, Shirewide solar energy initiatives and the Cedric Davies Community Hub (Library Project). TRC Projects include: An upgrade to Ravenshoe water main, upgrade to the animal management facility, a new 25m pool roof structure at Atherton Pool , new regional entry signs, a new toilet block in the Kairi playground, upgrade to the playground in Walkamin, upgrade to the playground in Marj Hamilton Park and an upgrade to the barbecue and cover over the playground in the Millaa Millaa Park CSC Projects include: $1,990,000 was awarded for Cook Shire Council. Their funding will go towards projects
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Car rally dream set to come alive duces blood flow to the brain which can cause headaches, seizures and difficulty speaking. Founder of Moyamoya Australia and Ravenshoe local Nicola Baker’s 16 year old son, Jed, suffers from Moyamoya disease and his 17th birthday falls on the long weekend in October, “every birthday we have with him is a blessing,” she said. Mrs Baker decided to organise the Smokey Blue Rally after she “had a dream” about the event and decided to make it a reality. “I had a dream and I woke up and thought that sounds like a really great idea so I made some phone calls and by 9.30 that morning I had a number of people on the committee, I had Undara signed up and it started to snowball from there,” she said. “As people are hearing about it more they are coming forward and asking what can I do to help. “If your car is roadworthy than you are eligible to participate, but we do want everyone to try to wear blue to promote Moyamoya awareness.” Mrs Baker has been in contact with many of the councils and relevant chambers across the Tablelands asking for their sup-
THE DREAM: The Smokey Blue Rally will come to the Tablelands over the October long weekend to help raise awareness for MoyaMoya Disease pictured is Jed Baker with sister Lucy and brother Charlie. PHOTO CREDIT: Rosana Kersh Photography
BY RHYS THOMAS IT all started with a dream for a Ravenshoe mum. A dream to promote local tourism while raising awareness for the rare Moyamoya disease. The dream has now been made a reality through the all new Smokey Blue Rally. Towns across the region are set to benefit from the new
event which will take place over the October long weekend. The event will raise awareness for Moyamoya disease and give people the opportunity to visit towns and inject some money back into the local communities. The Smokey Blue Rally is an event that has been organised by Moyamoya Australia and will be a ‘write your own adventure’
rally where participants must visit a minimum of five towns across the Tablelands and collect ‘treasure’. After finding all of the treasure the participants will make their way out to Undara where there will be prizes, trophy’s, food and a live band. MoyaMoya disease is a rare blood vessel disorder which re-
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Energy grants for businesses SMALL businesses will get a chance to slash their power bills after the Australian Government introduced a new program to help the economy recover from COVID-19. The Energy Efficient Communities Program is available to small businesses with an annual turnover of less than $10 million with the businesses able to get up to $20,000 out of the $9 million nationwide pool. The money must be used to upgrade equipment to reduce energy consumption, invest in monitoring systems to better manage energy use and conduct energy audits to investigate other opportunities for efficiency. To ensure an equitable distribution of the funding across all of Australia up to three grants per electorate will be awarded to
eligible businesses. Mareeba Shire Council Mayor Angela Toppin is encouraging eligible businesses to look into this program and to start reaping the benefits. “Small business plays an integral part in the Shire’s economy,” she said. “I strongly support any assistance available for small businesses as the economy starts to re-boot following COVID-19. “I welcome the announcement from the Morrison Government to support small businesses and urge those eligible businesses across our Shire to apply.” Small business owners who wish to apply for the program can access the guidelines and application forms at business.gov. au, or by phoning 13 28 46.
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ties and has a target of creating job-creating infrastructure that will improve economic conditions and liveability. Stage three of the development has linked Effley Street and Keegan Street which enables council to have 28 fully serviced lots available for immediate purchase. Mareeba Shire Council Mayor Angela Toppin said that the expansion would strengthen Mareeba’s position as an industrial hub for northern Australia. “The land available at the Mareeba Industrial Park will allow for new businesses to
operate out of the hub in areas such as agriculture, transport and logistics, horticulture and manufacturing,” Cr Toppin said. “The expansion will create job opportunities and boost the local economy. “I thank the Queensland Government for recognising and supporting regional development in the Mareeba Shire.” Minister for State Development, Tourism and Innovation Kate Jones said that with the current economic headwinds Queensland must deliver its plan to support jobs now and into the future.
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THE Australian beer industry has criticised the next beer tax increase, which is scheduled to take effect on August 1, 2020. The Brewers Association of Australia said that it will serve as another blow to Australians’ budgets and struggling hospitality venues. “Now is not the time to be ramping up taxes on consumers,” Brewers Association of Australia CEO Brett Heffernan said. “With more and more Aussies out of work and everyone counting their pennies, jacking up the beer tax would be another blow to punters and publicans, alike. August 1 is the deadline for averting the next hip-pocket slug to Australians doing it tough.” Beer tax in Australia has increased in line with the consumer price index every six months since August 1983 and now accounts for 42 per cent of a typical stubby or carton of beer. Australians now pay the fourth-highest beer tax in the world before GST, after Finland, Japan and Norway. “Putting up the tax in August would be another hit to pubs, clubs and the hundreds of thousands of Australians they need to re-employ once they can re-open
in full. Higher taxes will only make that challenge harder when so many are on their knees.” Mr Heffernan said. The excise rate for beer increased 1.2 per cent on 3 February, with the Australian government making around $3.6 billion from the tax. Federal Member for Kennedy Bob Katter said that just as pubs are getting back on their feet they are going to take another hit. “The people that got worst hit with Coronavirus restrictions was the hospitality/tourism industry,” he said. “The hoteliers and publicans in our towns copped it and now they are the industry being hit worst again. “I am just sick and tired of the self-righteous, morally superior, holier-than-now, restrict everything brigade who are pushing this.” Mr Katter said that pubs and hotels were a place where men could go and de-stress and forget their problems “It is no wonder we have the highest suicide rates amongst men in the world and it is only going to get worse,” Mr Katter said. “To do this in the middle of COVID is a terrible thing; the hospitality industry is on its knees.
“Despite this, the federal government is going to increase the tax on beer again in August. “Almost half a million Australian hospitality workers have lost their jobs during the coronavirus pandemic. Pubs are struggling to keep their doors open after the lockdown. They can’t take another hit.” Mr Katter said. Owner of the Barron Valley Hotel in Atherton, Mick Nasser said the increase in beer tax could not come at a worse time for the hospitality industry. “It’s the worst thing in the world; we are one of the highest tax nations for alcohol in the world,” Mr Nasser said. “The government already picks up over 40 per cent in tax on alcohol and they just keep hitting everybody in the back pocket. “The CPI increase on alcohol should cease, especially with COVID about. We have to put up our prices every 6 months, it’s a nightmare and the government gets it all.” Mr Nasser said that since stage 3 restrictions were lifted dining has picked up, but due to social distancing not so much in the public bars. “At the end of the day with the risk of fines and restricted numbers we wonder if it’s even
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TRAGIC: Tyler Pashen from Julatten was killed last week in an ATV accident. PHOTO: Facebook.
A TWENTY one year old who was killed in quad bike crash last week is being remembered as a quiet achiever who loved the great outdoors. Tyler Pashen, from Julatten, was riding with friends on Quaids Road near Mount Molloy when the ATV they were on rolled down an embankment. Mareeba police Acting Inspector Greg Giles said three people were on the vehicle at the time of the Quaids Road crash. “It appears, they have gone too close to the embankment and have gone down the embankment and hit a rock,” he said. It’s understood the other two riders were taken to Ma-
reeba Hospital and treated for minor injuries. Police investigating the fatal accident are appealing for witnesses. Anyone who may have seen a red Honda ATV sideby-side with a dog in the back tray on Quaids Road on Saturday, July 11 is asked to contact police. Quaids Road is a private bitumen sealed road that has public access and starts opposite the Big Mitchell Creek Reserve. Anyone who may have seen the ATV and the three occupants or who may have video footage is urged to contact Mareeba Police on 4030 3300 and quote QP2001438145.
Quad bike death linked to rollover THE death of Julatten resident Tyler Pashen has tragically taken the 2020 quad bike death toll to 11. In 2019 The Federal Government announced new laws requiring new quad bikes to be fitted with mandatory rollover protection, after pressure from farming and medical groups. All quad bikes sold after October 2021, will need to be fitted with the rollover protection. This then led to the big four quad bike manufacturers Yamaha, Honda, Polaris and Suzuki announcing that they would stop supplying quad bikes to the Australian market. While the big four have announced that they will exit the Australian market in 2021, one company has announced that not only will they be staying in the Australian Market; but they will also be fitting the mandatory safety equipment to their quad bikes immediately, almost a year ahead of schedule. Michael Poynton Director of Mojo Motorcycles, the Australian distributor for CFMOTO, said that they have already released a 400cc quad bike that complies with stage 2 of the Australian Government mandatory Consumer Goods (Quad Bike) Safety Standard. The Australian Government announced the introduction of the Consumer Goods (Quad Bike) Safety Standard in October 2019. The requirements under stage 1 must be met by October 11th 2020, and the requirements under stage 2 by October 11th 2021. Over the next three months, Mojo Motorcycles will be introducing an updated range of CFMOTO quad bikes that meet stage 2 requirements of the Consumer Goods (Quad
Bike) Safety Standard. The entire CFMOTO quad bike range will be updated to meet the requirements of stage 2 by October 2020, one year ahead of the mandatory timeline. “We want to reassure Aussie farmers that CFMOTO quad bikes are here to stay,” said Mr Poynton. “By introducing a new quad bike range that complies with stage 2 of the Consumer Goods Quad Bike Safety Standard requirements by October 2020, one year ahead of the mandatory timeline, shows our commitment to remain in the Australian market. Following our own assessment of the Consumer Goods (Quad Bikes) Safety Standard in 2019, we made the decision to remain in the Australian market with CFMOTO quad bikes.” Stage 2 of the standard also requires the fitment of an operator protection device (OPD). To meet this requirement, Mojo Motorcycles worked with Quadbar, an Australian OPD manufacturer on a tailored OPD solution that will installed by their dealers during the pre-delivery process. “Quadbar was one of two OPD manufacturers listed in the Government standard. Being an Australian made product with 13 years of research and development invested in their design, we viewed them as a good partner to work with for the supply of OPDs to meet the requirements of stage 2 under the standard,” said Poynton. The new stage 2 laws take effect from October 2021. For more information go to https:// www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/ quad-bikes
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The Cairns and Hinterlands Hospital Health Service (CHHHS) is bringing a set of Well Women’s Clinics to the Tablelands next month with all available services geared towards women’s health. The clinics have been operating around the region for some time and are now scheduled to return to the Tablelands in August. Cervical Screening Tests (Pap Smears), Sexual Health Screening and Breast Awareness are just some of the services that are being offered with no referral required. The clinics will arrive at Mt Garnet Primary Health Care Centre on August 17, Atherton Community Health on August 25, Malanda Health Centre August 25 and finally Mareeba Hospital on August 27. CHHHS Clinical Nurse Consultant Cher Heritage is encouraging women to attend these
clinics to get a head start on their health. “The clinics are for well women and for women that have any health concerns, women of all ages from puberty through to menopause and beyond,” they said. “The services we offer include pap smears, sexual health screening as well as advice on menopause, breast health, nutrition, contraception, bowel heath and domestic violence. “We also provide support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and women from non-English speaking backgrounds.” To schedule your appointment call 4097 4800 for Mt Garnet, 4091 0263 for Atherton, 4096 5339 for Malanda and 4092 9311 for Mareeba, all services are provided by a specially trained QLD Health Women’s Health Nurse.
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ELDERLY residents of the Tablelands will get the chance to still live comfortably in their own homes after construction started on nine purpose built units last Thursday. Spear headed by RADCARE Support Services the units are specifically designed to service elderly residents and will feature hand rails in the bathrooms, wider doorways and remote operated garages. RADCARE Support Services is an independent and locally operated organisation that specifies in providing Home Care Packages that are funded by the Federal Government. They aim to support higher
needs aged people by enabling them to stay at home rather than going into full time care by providing domestic assistance, personal care and gardening and clinical care to over 100 aged care clients across the Atherton Tablelands. Tina Quayle the Manager of RADCARE Support Services, along with the RADCARE Management Committee, has held the long term vision of building accommodation to service the elderly which evolved into building units for those who would like to remain independently at home. “We identified the need for the housing after providing packages to clients whereby their current situation was not
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MAREEBA Shire Council (MSC) met for their monthly ordinary Council meeting last week and among the raft of decisions was the approval of a new aged care home in Mareeba. Croft developments made an application for a material change of use for land at 2-18 Haren Street, Mareeba to build an aged care facility with 120 beds.
Mareeba Shire Mayor Angela Toppin supported the development saying there was a demand for an additional aged care facility in the Shire. “I welcome this development with open arms given Mareeba has an ageing population with limited residential health care residential options close to home,” she said. “The development will boost
the local economy and create job opportunities for nursing staff, cleaners, cooks and other care staff to gain employment when the facility is operating.” The proposed development will include 120 rooms across five-wings, several communal lounges, activity rooms and dining areas in addition to doctor and nursing facilities, a library, hairdresser, café and chapel,
two kitchens, office spaces and meeting rooms. Angela Toppin said it’s something that is very exciting and overdue for the shire. “Attracting more aged care facilities to our shire is a top priority.” The developers will now need to submit building plans. The motion was passed unanimously.
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NEW CANDIDATE: Katter’s Australia Party leader Robbie Katter with candidate for Cook Tanika Parker and Member for Hill Shane Knuth in Mareeba on Monday.
LEADER of Katter’s Australia Party (KAP), Robbie Katter has announced Tanika Parker as the parties new candidate for the electorate of Cook. Mr Katter, who was in Mareeba to make the announcement on Monday, June 20, said that the Cook electorate deserved more than it had received under the past two ALP terms. “We get continual feedback that the current member for Cook is M.I.A and the electorate is missing out on much needed funding and attention,” Mr Katter said. “If elected Tanika will reopen the office in Mareeba with locally employed staff, in the regions every job counts. “It is inconceivable that you have to drive to another electorate to see your local Member of Parliament.” Member for Hill Shane Knuth said he was very pleased with the endorsement of Tanika Parker to run as the KAP candidate for Cook in the upcoming State Election.
“We have already proven that we don’t just talk the talk, but we walk the walk,” he said. “With neighbouring electorates under the same party, Tanika and I will be able to work together to get better outcomes for our region.” Mr Knuth pointed out that the KAP had already demonstrated that they can work with communities, for example getting funding to construct the new Dimbulah Health Clinic. “We have worked with the Mareeba Canegrowers in securing passage for the historical Sugar Marketing Bill that was passed in Parliament coupled with a 4 per cent ethanol mandate which has brought great benefits to the industry,” he said. Ms Parker was born in Townsville and is a proud Guguu Yimithirr woman growing up around Hopevale and Cooktown before leaving to study nursing at JCU in Townsville. Ms Parker has been a participant in Mareeba and Cape York rodeos talent quest and is pas-
sionate about the lifestyle and economy of Cook. “If elected, I will bring the office back to Mareeba, fight to have Mareeba Hospital upgraded as the central hospital for the whole of the Cape and surrounds and create infrastructure such as ports which will open up the cattle industry in Mareeba and the Cape,” she said. Ms Parker said there are several issues facing the residents of the cape including health and youth crime. “As part of my studies I’ve done a lot of research into food and food access in Cooktown and Hopevale and during my studies I noticed disparities with healthcare throughout the cape.” “There are also disparities for Indigenous people and a lack of access to resources on the cape. “We also want to concentrate on Mareeba by making it the gateway to the cape and that’s what I intend to do.”
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Green thumbs given gift BY RHYS THOMAS
MICHAEL and Lindy Alba have been awarded a special plaque courtesy of Mareeba State School (MSS) to thank them for all the work that they have done and continue to do in the school’s community garden. The community garden was the brainchild of MSS year one teacher Skye Clarkson, who had decided to give the students a chance to learn their gardening skills hands on. She asked ex-landscapers and avid gardeners Michael and Lindy Alba to assist with the gardens creation and maintenance and to share their knowledge of gardening with the students. With their help the small garden flourished and enabled the students to learn all about garden maintenance and the produce that can be grown and eaten from a garden. Michael was excited to start helping in the MSS community garden as he hoped to help educate the students and share with them some of the health benefits he receives from gardening. “I love helping people and designing gardens and a school is a great place to have a garden,” he said. “I’ve always had a passion for gardening ever since I was a small child it’s something that keeps me fit and healthy. “I just love being in the garden so I thought that people could get some of the same benefits that I get from being in
the garden.” After being asked to assist with the garden both Michael and Lindy have had a massive hand in garden education. “Prior to the virus there were different groups of children coming into the garden and I saw their excitement in listening to what I had to say,” Michael said. “There was a group of kids that was supposed to be naughty and yet I didn’t see any of that when they were in the garden, they were calm and happy to help out. “It’s very rewarding and satisfying to see the kids learning and trying to take that knowledge home.” It is not only the students who are reaping the rewards of the community garden, as many of the students return home and want to continue gardening. “We’ve also had feedback from parents with their kids coming home and asking their parents to do a garden at home,” Lindy said. “Because Michael and I and going into retirement now it’s really satisfying to see the kids learning.” The MSS staff organised to donate the plaque to show their appreciation to Michael and Lindy for all the work they do, Mrs Clarkson stated it was a “small token” which was quickly corrected by Lindy saying it was a “large token” to them. They received the gift on June 22 and it was in the form of a specially made wooden
seat with the engraved plaque attached. Michael added that often while working in the garden teachers will approach him and express their appreciation and thanks to both Michael and Lindy for the work they do. “To me that feels really good to be appreciated or acknowledged for what I have been doing in the garden,” he said. “Just that is enough we don’t need all these presents.” The gardens benefits extend beyond learning how to plant but coupled with their usual learning methods the students also learn why they are doing certain things in the garden. Mrs Clarkson believes that a good balance of both indoor and outdoor learning can really benefit the students and even help them concentrate. “The garden has lots of learning benefits for our students, we are able to take our indoor classroom learning into the outdoor environment,” she said. “A lot of students come to the garden on their breaks and just walk through the garden. “It’s important to have a balance of hands-on learning and other learning methods.” The gardens fruition was also assisted by other members of the community with donations of materials and seedlings when the garden was first being built. Acting Principal Hannah Simpson is proud for the school to have a fantastic resource like
Michael and Lindy Alba of Mareeba were awarded with a special plaque in recognition of the work they have done in Mareeba State School’s community garden. Pictured is Lindy and Michael Alba with year one teacher and Community Garden Organiser Skye Clarkson.
the community garden and the assistance of both Michael and Lindy to help educate the students. “Mareeba State School prides itself on that it takes a village to raise a child so to
have people come in and help teach the kids is spectacular,” she said. “It’s important that the kids here know that whilst reading and writing and doing academics in the classroom is im-
portant there is another whole world out there.” “The next step for the garden journey needs to be a way to make the garden more accessible to the community.”
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Rethinking education to solve the challenges of the future IT’S no secret that we are living in uncertain times. Change is currently so rapid in today’s world that it is impossible to predict the jobs and skills that will be needed in 20 years’ time. In the face of this, how do we then educate our children to take their place in the society of the future? “In order to address this challenge, we must first ask ourselves, what is the purpose of education?” says Ms. Shelley Bowen, Education Director at Cairns Hinterland Steiner School (CHSS). “Traditionally it has been information and skills based; mainly for economic and vocational purposes, but with ongoing globalisation, rapid technological change, our socio-economic climate and to sustain our natural environments, our education system must be able to support students who are geared to tackle these broad challenges. At CHSS, we’ve been doing just that since 2002, with many success stories.” Cairns Hinterland Steiner School is an independent school nestled on 40 acres of rainforest near Kuranda offering early childhood right through to primary and high school. It follows the educational model developed by Dr. Rudolf Steiner more than 100 years ago during another period of great uncertainty – the end of World War 1. “Steiner’s view of education was one that would support and foster the innate human capacities of young people in such a way that they become balanced, responsible, innovative and self-aware citizens,” said Ms Bowen. “At CHSS we focus on cultivating these capacities, such as creativity, curiosity, lifelong learning, critical thinking, innovation, connectedness and resilience.”
Ms Bowen explains that the aim of Steiner education is to educate the whole child – ‘head, heart and hands’. Starting in early childhood, playbased learning is valued above any introduction of formal academic instruction to allow for individual differences and gives children time for the age-appropriate development of important human faculties – problemsolving, communicating, empathising, understanding, resilience – all very important and necessary attributes for tomorrow’s adults,” she said. “And to nurture this important development, you won’t find a tablet or computer in sight.” At CHSS, the 4-6 year olds experience a gentle introduction to early schooling with beautiful, home-like spaces, oral story-telling, music, painting, drawing, beeswax modelling, self-directed play, outdoor activities like gardening, home tasks like cooking and woodwork with oral literacy
and numeracy incorporated into many of these activities in an engaging and experiential way. “This is an education that responds to where the child is ‘at’ and one that many parents at the school say they wished they had had,” said Ms Bowen. Ms Bowen said that 4% of students currently come from the Mareeba region with private bus services operating for local students to attend. The small class sizes at the school ensure a sense of community and individual attention to each student. Cairns Hinterland Steiner School will be holding an Early Childhood Open Day on Saturday 1 August, 2020 at 10am-11am. Prospective families are invited to attend. Bookings are essential as places are limited. Contact Eileen on 4093 8809 or email admin@chss.qld.edu.au
Author seeks help to finish ANZAC book FOR the past two years local author and historian Michael Musumeci has been writing and researching a book about Mareeba ANZAC’s who were killed in action, but there is one piece of the puzzle that is missing. Michael has joined local historical groups, searched through old war records and newspapers and also spoken to locals and veterans. Scouring through piles of archives and records, Michael realised there was one piece of information that he was still missing - a photo of Sgt William Donald Dickson DCM, MM No 1611A. According to Michael’s research William Donald Dickson was born on the 20th June 1893 in Mareeba, to parents William and Margaret Dickson. His father ran a successful bakery on Byrnes Street in Mareeba for many years in the early 1900’s. William had two brothers and four sisters. Brother David took over the bakery, after William Sr retired and brother Gordon became a Chemist. Younger sisters Violet and Jean Dickson taught music for many years at their address in Walsh Street and were well known within the community. Alice Dickson married John William Samways and they had three sons, Douglas, Gordon and Donald. Donald was named in honour of his Uncle, Sgt William Donald Dickson. William Enlisted on the 11th November 1916 in Cairns and he was promoted to Sergeant.
On the 19th June 1917 he was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal, and the Military Medal. Tragically Sgt Dickson suffered a bullet wound to the chest on the 8th August 1918, during the battle of Amiens in France and died the following day. Sergeant Dickson is now at rest within the confines of the Villers Bretonneux Military Cemetery, Villers Bretonneux, Departement de la Somme, Picardie, France. When Donald’s sisters passed away the house was sold via auction in the early 1980’s as well as an auction of all of the household possessions. The house used to stand where a block of units now stand next to the Mosque on Walsh Street. Mr Musumeci is hoping that a distant relative of Sgt Dickson or a local historian may have photos of the missing Mareeba ANZAC. “The house and contents were all sold and I’m hoping someone has kept them. Mr Dickson was awarded two medals and was part of the 47th Battalion so someone may have a group photo with Sgt Dickson in the photo,” said Mr Musumeci. “I’ve searched at the Australian War memorial and all the locals RSL’s and historical groups and museums and there is not a single photo of him anywhere. “If we can find this photo, it will be like finding a needle in the biggest haystack.” If you can help email michael.musumeci@bigpond.com
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Bill passed for vision impaired THE vision-impaired community has had a big win this week after a key Bill was passed in parliament allowing them to apply for a disability parking permit. Member for Hill Shane Knuth said that after many years of lobbying on behalf of visionimpaired constituents, he was thrilled with the outcome. February 2018 was when Mr Knuth was alerted to the discrimination faced by visually impaired people and discovered that they were not regarded as eligible to receive a Disability Parking Permit in Queensland. A survey of Guide Dogs Queensland clients found 92 per cent felt unsafe when moving through carparks and 58 per cent avoided going out altogether due to having to navigate these busy traffic environments. Mr Knuth is very pleased to have had the bill passed and a win for the vision-impaired community across the region. “When I first became aware that the vision-impaired were excluded from accessing a disability car park, I couldn’t believe it,” he said. “I raised the issue in parliament and took it to the Minister for Transport and Main Roads. “It’s been a long time coming but we are pleased to have a win for vulnerable Queenslanders.” Mr Knuth participated in a disability parking reform discussion with Guide Dogs Queensland at Parliament House where he was guided by a guide dog using a cane, blindfolded. Through the experience he “gained an even deeper appreciation” for the plight of the vision
impaired after participating. “That was an eye-opening experience which allowed me to gain a valuable insight into the difficulties someone who is vision-imparied faces on a daily basis,” he said. “The fact a vision-impaired person normally has to navigate through gutters, parked cars and moving traffic to try and get to a shopping centre when there is a parking space right beside that shopping centre that they could use, is just ridiculous. “I am relieved they will no longer need to do that.” Atherton resident Geoff Skinner said he was excited that after years of lobbying that the bill has been passed. “As a guide dog user I wish to thank Mr Knuth for his efforts in lobbying the Queensland Government to allow blind and vision-impaired Queenslanders to access the Disability Parking Permit Scheme,” he said. “Car parks can be a real challenge for the vision impaired. “Being able to park close to building entrances, such as shopping centres, will allow safer mobility without having to rely on a sighted person to ensure our safety.” Guide Dogs Queensland CEO Michael Knightly said the passing of the Bill was “a huge win for Queenslanders with vision loss, who deserve to feel safe in our community”. “During many years of campaigning, we found the public were surprised to learn that vehicles transporting people who were blind or had significant vision loss in Queensland were unable to use the disabil-
Growers call for State to slash to energy prices FNQ Growers has called for the Queensland Government to lower the regulated electricity price to help with primary producer’s production. FNQ Growers joined many of the state’s agricultural lobby groups calling for changes when they provided comment on the Queensland Competition Authority’s Draft Determination for Regulated Retail Electricity Prices for 2020-21. FNQ Growers Chair Joe Moro said horticultural growers needed a flat rate of 16c/kw tariff, with no demand tariff and no supply charge which will help to boost the local economy and stimulate growth. “This flat rate is regarded by industry and growers as the ‘sweet spot’ of electricity af-
fordability,” he said. “This is because it enables growers to be economically sustainable and continue to contribute to the state’s long termadvantage in the production of food. “By lowering the price of electricity primary producers will be able to increase production, the charge is something that growers have little control over and yet it is one that is critical for the operation of a farm.” Costs associated with electricity tariffs, metres and disconnections are also on the agenda for FNQ Growers, these costs are a result of transitional tariffs ending, borne by the electricity network, not by growers who are unable to pass these costs on.
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WIN: Member for Hill Shane Knuth with Atherton resident Geoff Skinner are both excited that a Bill was passed last week to allow vision-impaired Queenslanders to apply for a disability parking permit.
ity parking bays provided at the entrance to their local shopping centre or outside their doctor’s office,” he said. “As of today though, our wish has come true, with the disability parking scheme now providing equal access to those in the community who need ac-
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TABLELANDS Regional Council (TRC) have announced they are hosting a series of free online workshops and webinars to help further the development of community disaster teams and disaster response and recovery. Stepping Up – Leadership During Disaster is a series of workshops facilitated by Lyndal Scobell. Councillor Bernie Wilce said that participants will gain insights and tools to support others during disasters and each session will be repeated to allow as many people to attend as possible. “Lyndal is an experienced disaster management profes-
sional and expert facilitator and she will be delivering four modules over four weeks — Disaster Context, Psychological Responses, Leadership, and Strengths-Based Community Recovery.” The TRC is also hosting a free webinar with Dr Rob Gordon, a clinical psychologist who has worked in disasters in Australia and New Zealand for nearly 40 years. The webinars are for community groups and individuals interested in disaster recovery. For more information and to book go to www.trc.qld.gov.au/ free-disaster-knowledge-workshops-webinar
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March 21 to April 20
You can win points if you present your ideas this week. There is not much you can do to alleviate the problem, but consider putting some extra work into your house.
Puzzle solutions
▶ 2 medium beetroots, skin on ▶ 400g chickpeas, drained and rinsed ▶ 2½ tbls tahini ▶ 2 cloves garlic ▶ 1 tbls lemon juice ▶ ½ tsp salt ▶ ¼ tsp cumin ▶ water to thin
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1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees C. 2. Wrap each beetroot in aluminium foil and roast them for 1 to 2 hours until soft and tender. 3. Once the beetroots are roasted, remove them from the oven and let them cool. Peel the skin and chop them into chunks. 4. Place the beetroots, chickpeas and garlic into a food processor and blend for 1 minute. 5. Add tahini, lemon juice, salt, cumin, 1 teaspoon of water and blend until the hummus becomes smooth and creamy.Taste and adjust the seasonings, adding more salt or lemon if needed 6. Refrigerate or use immediately. Roasted beetroot hummus will last in the fridge for approximately 1 week.
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Country views in town
DISCERNING buyers will be impressed with this modern home set among other quality dwellings in a sought after Atherton estate. Alight from the double garage to find an expansive carpeted lounge flowing on to a tiled dining room. The modest kitchen features a breakfast bar, corner pantry, double fridge nook, dishwasher and wall oven for the family's chef to enjoy. The air conditioned master suite overlooks the rear tiled patio and includes an ensuite, walk in wardrobe and fan.
Further in there are three more bedrooms with built in robes, the second bedroom has a handy sliding door to the main bathroom forming a second ensuite. Out in the yard there is an 18m² shed, great views of the Seven Sisters and mounts Bellenden Kerr and Bartle Freere. The 3kw solar system will help to keep the power bills at bay. Just 2.2 km to the Silo Shopping Centre, 2.9km to Atherton Square and a 3 minute drive to the Hospital,
this modern home would be a great place to raise a family. • 217m² approx of internal living • Air conditioned • Solar power • Alarm system • Two bathroom • Ensuited master bedroom Address: Price: Agent:
• Double garage • Rural tiews • Covered patio and rear deck For more information, or to book your private inspection, call Brendan Williams 0447 809 808 at First National Real Estate Atherton.
7 Jannina Drive, ATHERTON $359,000 Brendan Williams First National Real Estate Atherton 0447 809 808
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4091 1177 21 Main St, Atherton
8 HECTARES / 20 ACRES OF MIXED FOREST • Fantastic views of Lake Tinaroo, Mt Bartle Frere and Bellenden Ker • New bore and house pad • A few minutes drive to the boat ramp • This approved lot provides a clean slate to build your dream home on • 4 klms from Lake Barrine, 12 klms to Lake Eacham and 13 klms to Yungaburra
$300,000
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• 2.5 acres approx. (1 hectare) • 4 built-in bedrooms, master with ensuite, walk-in robe & office • Timber kitchen, stainless steel appliances, stone benchtops • Formal living area with fireplace, second dining area • Two entertainment patios - length of home • Fully fenced & secured freshwater pool • 2 bay carport & 2 single bay sheds, ideal for storage
REDUCED - NOW $520,000
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Brand new at Amaroo Estate, Mareeba
THIS brand new, stunning, contemporary residence offers striking elements and a statement interior as well as multiple living zones and superior fixtures and fittings throughout. It's incorporated with all the style of a display home as well as all the practical elements of a liveable residence. Fully tiled and offering four generous bedrooms plus a
closable media room and central living area with corner stacking slider doors that can be opened up to create a true indoor/outdoor space from the living area onto the patio. The layout blends function with aesthetics for couples who desire a suitably decadent, relaxing lifestyle in an exceptional location. Features include: • Generous fully tiled floor
A HOME WITH THE LOT!
Three bedroom block home, master with ensuite & walk-in robe, modern kitchen, wood heater, spacious living area, wraparound verandah, garden shed, three bay shed, bore, 2 water tanks, landscaped gardens with fruit trees, 1 hectare.
Price $495,000 (RR1586) Contact Darren 0429 977 675
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45 James Street, Malanda: 4096 5446 13 Main Street, Millaa Millaa: 0408 733 149
plan with Fujitsu split-system air-conditioning to the living area, lounge and master bedroom • Substantial closable lounge/media room • Striking, contemporary kitchen fitted with quality Bosch appliances including dishwasher plus breakfast bar & butlers pantry • 4 Generous bedrooms, all with built-in robes and stunning master bedroom with his and hers ensuite and sizeable walk-in robe • Laundry with built-in
bench & full length storage cupboard • Tinted windows, security screens, exposed aggregate driveway and cement pathways all round • Quality fixtures, fittings and added design features incorporated throughout the home • Solar hot water system • Fully colourbond fenced and landscaped 1001m2 allotment with automatic pop up irrigation, side access and room for a shed and pool • Sought after positioning
on the Cairns side of Mareeba only 5 minutes to town Centre and within walking distance of Amaroo Medical Centre and future convenience shops Thoughtful planning, quality construction and exceptional location in Amaroo Park Address: Price: Agent:
Estate make this brand new home a must to inspect. For further information or to arrange a private inspection please call exclusive agent Joe Torrisi on 0417 700 468. 17 Jannali Court, MAREEBA $459,000 EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468
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Rural lifestyle or farming
Newly refurbished family home COLLIERS International Cairns presents, on behalf of the Estate Executor, 677227 Bruce Highway, Babinda for sale by Expressions of Interest. On offer are four individually titled lots totalling 30.03Ha* which can be purchased as one or in multiple parcels and are located approximately 2km north of Babinda. Located on the eastern side of Bruce Highway, access can be grained directly from the main highway. Whilst predominantly vacant land, improvements include a three bedroom home with
an abundance of fruit trees on one title and a machinery shed located on another title. “The land was formerly used for cane farming and has existing drainage channels and traversing infrastructure,” says marketing agent Stacey Quaid. “The farming/grazing land comprises open paddocks as well as freestanding secAddress: Price: Agent:
tions of forested regrowth. The land lends itself to horticulture and lifestyle uses,” he adds. 67722 Bruce Highway, Babinda is for sale by Expressions of Interest, closing Thursday, 23 July at 4pm. For more information, contact Stacey Quaid on 0418 773 258. Bruce Highway, BABINDA Expressions of Interest Stacey Quaid Colliers International Cairns 0418 773 258
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JUST minutes from Malanda and in an ideal location, on a slightly elevated corner block is this lovely 2.47 acre* property. It has impressive established and landscaped gardens and with rainforest on the rear boundary to give you a backdrop of peacefulness and privacy. This property has been significantly upgraded in all areas and is perfect for families of all sizes. • Four bedrooms all with built-in robes and main has a walk-in wardrobe • Air con in the lounge and main bedroom with fans in all rooms • Tiled bathroom with walk in shower with a separate toilet •Spacious kitchen has gas cooktop with two pantries one walk-in
• 2 linen cupboards with lots of storage space • Appliances and fittings are new in all areas • Open plan dining and lounge area with pitched ceilings and roller blinds in all rooms • Tiled throughout the main living areas and carpeted in bedrooms • Large laundry, solar panels, and a 24,000 L rainwater tank • Internally it has been freshly painted • 7.5 m x 6 m garage/workshop that has an area next to Address: Price: Agent:
it with road base for the RV • Vegie gardens are already in place • Fully fenced with town water and asphalt driveway This steel framed brick veneer home has verandas on either side of the house to admire the wonderful gardens and enjoy all year-round outdoor living. For more information, or to book your private inspection, call Albi Homann at LJ Hooker Atherton on 0439 010 189.
42 Figtree Close, MALANDA MID $400,000’s Albi Homann LJ Hooker Atherton 0439 010 189
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Plant & equipment includes Low Bake oven, elevated spray booth & vehicle hoist
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Levels of class
USING nothing but high quality fixtures and fittings this exquisite home is sure to impress even the most fastidious buyer. This executive home is one of a kind designed to take advantage of it surrounds with levels separating living, utility and bedrooms. Built with extra high ceilings and open plan living, kitchen and dining area the natural light and air streams in. • 250m2 split-level designer home • Four over sized bedrooms, two glamorous bathrooms, • Open plan living/kitchen/ dining plus media room • Stone bench tops, Bosch stainless steel kitchen appliances • Large patio opening into the open living • Porcelain tiles throughout, quality carpet to the bedrooms
• Air-conditioning to master bedroom, living and media room • Extra high ceilings, LED lighting and ceiling fans throughout • Security screens, tinted glass windows • 901m2 corner allotment Address: Price: Agent: Contact:
at The Edge Estate • Fencing, irrigation, landscaping, footpaths To arrange a private inspection, please contact the sales team at Sibi Girgenti Real Estate today. Phone 4092 5566.
1 Michelina Close, MAREEBA $445,000 EXCLUSIVE to Salvatore Girgenti Sibi Girgenti Real Estate 0427 775 414
Comfort, space and privacy
MOVE in and enjoy a lifestyle of comfort, space and privacy in this low maintenance concrete rendered block home. Set at the end of a quiet culde-sac on 4000m2 of flat and totally usable land in a sought after location. Located minutes from the Mareeba CBD, this four bedroom two bathroom home beautifully presented offers the new owners the chance to move in and have nothing to do but enjoy. Enter into the spacious living area, where the large bay windows are a fantastic fea-
ture, allowing plenty of natural light in and a beautiful view out to the garden. The generous dining wraps around to the kitchen which sits in the heart of the home and an adjoining 2nd living area opens through sliding glass doors out onto a magnificent outAddress: Price: Agent: Contact:
DAIMIN KOCHI 0448 916 246
LARGE BLOCK WITH MULTI UNIT POTENTIAL!! • Within short walk of Atherton CBD • Large FAIRLY LEVEL 1243m2 allotment • NO COVENANTS • Potential to build units (Council approval) • Has a large old lockable shed
$139,000 - Kath: 0488 426 686
door patio, a perfect place for all your entertainment. There is also a double lock up garage with internal access and a large shed with space to accommodate an additional four vehicles, boats, trailers etc. This solid and spacious home has beautifully established low maintenance gardens complete with fruit trees and still plenty of space for the kids or grandkids to enjoy. This is your chance to buy a place with space comfort and privacy all a short drive from essential amenities of town.
To arrange a private viewing contact John Goncalves on 0407 690 961 at Ray White Mareeba. MAREEBA $479,000 NEG John Goncalves Ray White Mareeba 0407 690 961
KATH JOHNSON 0488 426 686
1 2 SOLID HOME IN A QUIET CLOSE 3 • Well priced, ready to sell, walk to town • Functional kitchen, plenty of cupboard space • 3 good sized bedrooms, air-con in the main • Lovely full length back patio, fenced backyard • 5Kw solar system to lower the electricity bills • Drive through carport & established gardens
$294,000 - Kath: 0488 426 686
2 2 SPACIOUS HOME, GREAT VIEWS 4 • Open plan living & dining area with air-con • Well appointed kitchen, breakfast bench • Corner pantry, dishwasher, security screens • 4 built-in bedrooms, master has ensuite & air-con • Tiled private rear patio, double lockup garage • Solar power, lockable shed, fenced rear yard
$359,000 - Kath: 0488 426 686
1 2 2.5 ACRES, COUNTRY HOME, DAM 2 • Block home with charming old world feel • Exposed rafters, timber floors, barn doors • Open plan kitchen/dining, separate lounge • Wood heater, french doors to the back patio • 2 bedrooms, main with walk-through robe • Double garage, stunning spring fed dam
$325,000 - Kath: 0488 426 686
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Unmatched location on the river
IF you are looking for a special property that is unlike any other in Mareeba, then get ready to book your inspection, because we have found the property for you. The commanding position! the privacy! the views! it's all here. Welcome to your new address at 51 Basalt Street Mareeba. Built on 2,537 m2 the steel and timber framed home is perched high up on the river bank above the Iconic Brewery Swimming Hole in
Mareeba. With clear views of the water and rapids from the deck, you can imagine yourself having many a dinner party out here. Built with the family in mind, the home boasts 4 large bedrooms all with builtin wardrobes, two large living areas and a kitchen fit for a chef. Located at the northern end of the home is the Master suite with it's own en-suite bathroom and walk-in wardrobe, as well as direct access to the northern end of
the wrap-around deck. Separate, and at the southern end of the home are the three remaining bedrooms, and the family bathroom, with a separate toilet. Central to the home is the Large kitchen, which has large amounts of storage and bench space, as well as a breakfast bar and adjoining living/dining room. The large family room has access from the kitchen, as well as the smaller living room, and provides for multiple accesses to the expansive deck.
The deck is the jewel in the crown of this property, as it will be where you spend most of your time. Situated on the eastern side of the home, you can enjoy breakfast or your morning coffee out here, an afternoon barbecue, or dinner and drinks, the choice is yours. Features Include: • 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom family home • Expansive timber deck with views of the Barron River • Built above the Iconic Brewery Swimming Hole • Master suite with ensuite and walk-in wardrobe • Additional bedrooms all have built-in wardrobes • Fully equipped kitchen with adjacent living/dining room • Large family/rumpus room with polished timber floors • Over-size double lock-up garage with attached single carport • 2,537 m2 allotment with plenty of room for the kids to play • Nothing else like it Priced to the market, the owners have realistic expectations and we don't anticipate that this property will be available for very long.
For more information, or to book your private inspection today of this Mareeba home, call exclusive agent Address: Price: Agent: Contact:
Remo Esposito at the Central Realty Mareeba office today on 0401 969 473 or 4092 2232.
51 Basalt St, MAREEBA $440,000 NEG EXCLUSIVE to Remo Esposito Central Realty Mareeba 0401 969 473
COMPLEX OF 3x 2 BEDROOM MODERN UNITS • Income $51,480 per year - each unit $330 per week • One title, no body corporate fees • Rendered concrete block construction • Conveniently located and fenced for privacy • Fully airconditioned, security screens and tiles • Separate tenant undercover parking • Potential to divide into separate strata titles (STCA) Price: $695,000 Neg Contact Exclusive Agent John Goncalves 0407 690 961
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Polished to perfection
THIS well-loved three-bedroom lowset timber post-war home has been well cared for with polished timber floors in the lounge with a wood heater to keep the house cosy in cooler weather. The spacious, renovated kitchen incorporates a dining area with a sun-room at the front to provide additional living space. The bathroom includes toilet, shower and basin. In a handy location opposite the Malanda primary school and just a short walk from the shops this property has a Colorbond shed with roller door and attached undercov-
er patio for garden entertaining. • 3 bedroom • Post war timber house • Renovated kitchen • Renovated bathroom • Polished timber floors • Wood heater • Sun-room • Colorbond shed • Vegetable gardens • Outdoor entertaining Address: Price: Agent: Contact:
area • Opposite primary school • Short walk to shops • 1012 m2 For more information, or to book your private inspection, call Darren Hithersay on 0429 977 675 at Tablelands.com and Malanda Real Estate.
MALANDA $300,000 Darren Hithersay Tablelands.com & Malanda Real Estate 0429 977 675
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Solid home with heaps of storage and views from your deck
SITUATED a handy distance to the Atherton CBD is this solidly built, well-maintained elevated home sitting on a fully fenced 825sqm allotment. Features include solid timber floors, open plan lounge/dining with air-con which leads out onto the back timber deck. Spacious kitchen/meals area is complete with pantry and electric upright stove/oven. The three good sized bedrooms all have built-in cupboards, blinds and air-
con, and there are security screens and ceiling fans throughout. Underneath the home is closed in and lockable and has room for two vehicles with a single garage door. Also under the home is a lockable utility room with Address: Price: Agent:
For more information and to arrange an inspection, please phone Daimin Kochi at Main Street Real Estate on 0448 916 246. 7 Corbett St, MAREEBA $259,000 Daimin Kochi Main Street Real Estate 0448 916 246
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large block without the cost HAVE you ever dreamt of owning something on a bit of land but dread the big price tag? This neat property will solve all your problems, located in a quiet cul-de-sac and hidden away stands this 3 bedroom home on 4,160 sqm. The home is low maintenance living at its finest and features a spacious kitchen with heaps of storage options, a large living area with direct access to the deck overlooking lovely gardens as well as decent sized bedrooms all with built-ins.
Situated on just over an acre, this block allows for plenty of potential to expand the home or add some more gardens and with the added bonus of the three bay shed you’ll never have to worry about where to sort your boat or caravan. The surrounding gardens make this property nice and Address: Price: Agent: Contact:
private: you’ll never know you are minutes from town.
Book your inspection today. Contact exclusive agent, Suzey Whitby, at Ray White Atherton, on 0438 090 306 or (07) 4091 7111. www.raywhiteruralatherton.com/ATH22138114
TOLGA $375,000 EXCLUSIVE to Suzey Whitby Ray White Atherton 0438 090 306
20 acre lifestyle property
GET out of town and discover what it’s like to live in peace and quiet. This property would be perfect for a family wanting the rural lifestyle yet still be close to shops, schools and amenities. Also for those wanting to keep horses, cattle or start a hobby farm, with plenty of land to roam and enjoy. Home features include: • Masonry block home • 4 Bedrooms, 3 bedrooms with cupboards • Spacious bathroom with separate shower and tub • Modern kitchen with a butlers pantry, electric stove and rangehood • Open plan living • Slate Flooring in kitchen, dining room and hallway • 2 x Linen cupboards in hallway • Fire place – perfect for the cooler months • Security screens throughout • Sliding doors throughout home letting in plenty of light and cool breezes • Outdoor laundry on patio • Patios front and rear Other Features Include: - Fully fenced 20.35 acre property • 4 x sheds (workshop powered) • 7 fenced paddocks all with water troughs
• Cattle yards plus ramp • Powered horse stables • Irrigated gardens • Permanent spring fed creek • 3 x water tanks • Sealed road to the property and the school bus runs by the front gate Address: Price: Agent:
For further information or to arrange an inspection, contact exclusive marketing agent Raquel at Sommerset Realty on 0408 983 879.
181 Wongabel Road, WONGABEL $525,000 NEG Raquel Cunzolo Sommerset Realty 0408 983 879
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GET ON THE PROPERTY LADDER Atherton • 3 bedroom affordable home • Practical kitchen • Large living area • Patio out the front • Beautiful views from patio • 806 sqm yard $255,000 ATH22301507 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306
Situated approximately 9kms from Atherton town Centre.
PICTURESQUE PASTURES Tarzali • Situated on 270 acres • Improved pastures • Cattle yards + quality fencing • 3 Dams + 2 creeks • Large 3 bedroom Queenslander • Large machinery shed + workshop $P.O.A. ATH22261577 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450
INVESTORS & DOWNSIZERS! Atherton • 3 bedrooms with built-ins • Master with ensuite • Kitchen with island bench • Tiled open plan living • Private patio, fully fenced yard • Lock up garage $340,000 ATH21996820 Suzey Whitby 0438 090 306
GRAZE OR FATTEN Tarzali • Situated on 204 acres • Improved pastures w/ legumes • Small cattle yards + water tank • Permanent creek + waterfall • Molasses tank & trough • Power + house site available $P.O.A. ATH22295264 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450
LIFESTYLE, LOCATION, PRIVACY Yungaburra • Situated on 16.17 hectares • 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Creek + bore • Large machinery shed • Granny flat • Fenced into 2 paddocks $899,000 ATH22119085 Morgan Brennan 0407 730 450
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COMPLETE LIFESTYLE ACREAGE 34B Palomino Avenue - $490,000
MOVE IN READY 2 Bellamy Drive - $379,000
2 bedroom, 2 bathroom shed house 2 large sheds including high clearance 5 kilowatt solar / 3 phase power Well established 2.5 acres
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, outdoor patio 600m2 with side motorhome access Powered 6m x 4m shed, double garage Fabulous 2nd living room
Fenced into 3 paddocks 2 bedroom barn-style home Stables and sand arena Suitable for horses
Spacious 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Massive outdoor living area 6m x 6m Colorbond shed 1012m2 Tolga township
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5 ACRES OF COUNTRY LIVING 66 Macadamia Street - $349,000
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QUALITY IN TOLGA 5 Morrow Street - $459,000
WEB ID: 587531
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PROPERTY
houses l land l units l investments l acreage l farms l rentals
Superb location and home in Tolga IF location and views are important, it would be hard to beat this property as it sits in a private location set away from the road with uninterrupted views northward towards the Daintree. This northward aspect also makes for great orientation for the 5 kilowatt solar panel system to suck up as much valuable energy from the sun to save on your power bills. This large double brick home provides fabulous insulation from both heat and cold plus you can rest assured that the building construction type will keep you safe and secure well into the future as you enjoy the low maintenance attributes associated with brick homes.
The property also houses a 6 x 6m Colorbond powered shed plus there is an additional garden shed. The land holds host to a veritable fruit salad bowl with trees ranging from various citrus, mango, banana, pawpaw, mulberry, guava, lychee and avocado to name but a few. There are beautifully tended gardens with established shade and ornamental trees and plenty of spots to sit and enjoy the outstanding views. The inside provides ex-
This is the ideal set up if you want to spend your weekends on the lake and not have to take the boat back and forwards to the coast. The boat ramp is two minutes down the road, how easy is that. The existing dwelling is located at the rear of the block allowing you plenty of scope if you decide to build the forever house and enjoy stunning views with no risk
of ever being built out. The Lake is a magical place to live, comfortable climate, peace and quiet and almost at your doorstep.
Address: Price: Agent:
cellent accommodation for the large or extended family with extensive living areas and separately accessed living quarters should you wish to house a relative or offer guest accommodation. For more information, or to book your private inspection, call exclusive marketing agent Collette Rowston on 0419 733 712. Athertonrealty.com.au web id 583932 6 Moffat Drive, TOLGA $495,000 Collette Rowston Atherton Realty 0419 733 712
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A RARE opportunity to enjoy fantastic lake views so close to the water. If you want the luxury of close proximity to the Lake, fantastic forever views, space (1.1Ha) and a comfortable weekender at the rear of the block with attached boatshed. The dwelling has 2bedrooms and two bathrooms, open plan living and a front verandah.
Address: Price: Agent: Contact:
For more information and inspections, please contact Karen Ranie at Area Real Estate. Phone 0458 408 540. BARRINE $690,000 Karen Ranie Area Real Estate 0458 408 540
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• Hardware • Plumbing • Flat Pack Kitchens • Paint • Nursery • Giftware • Jaycar • Building Materials • White Goods
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• Patrols • Cash in Transit • Alarm Response and Installation • Alarm Monitoring • CCTV Installation For all security needs call... DRU THURSTON 0408 913 063 and Service
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QBCC 1115490
Certain work defined as “building work” in the QBCC legislation may only be undertaken by licensed contractors, or if undertaken by unlicensed contractors, only to the value of $3,300. However, work falling outside that definition may be performed by unlicensed contractors and is not subject to any value limit. To check whether a Contractor holds a QBCC Licence visit: www.qbcc.qld.gov.au Or call the QBCC on 1300 272 272
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SECURITY
PAINTING CONTRACTORS
SANDBLASTING & PAINTING
QBCC No. 1275266
SELF REMOVAL/ STORAGE
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BELL HARTLEY & CO.
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P: 4092 1443 or 0413 013 297
Servicing the Tablelands • David Cifuentes 0438 682 002
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50 BYRNES STREET, MAREEBA • PHONE 4092 7788
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71 BYRNES ST, MAREEBA
• Pumps Sales & Repairs • Filtration • Water Treatment • Water Tanks & Troughs • Pool Treatments • Solar Pumping Systems • Reinke Centre Pivot and Lateral Move Irrigators
Max & Jodie Turner
RURAL DOMESTIC COMMERCIAL ROOFING PLUMBING DRAINAGE
POOL MAINTENANCE & POOL SHOP
4097 6208
IRRIGATION DESIGN AND SUPPLY
100% Locally Owned & Operated! DOMESTIC W: www.maximumpestman.com MAREEBA OFFICE: COMMERCIAL P: 4092 1999 1 Vaughan Street OFFICE: TERMITES M: 0418 150 759 ATHERTON 30 Main Street Pre-Construction | Pre-Purchase Inspections
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124 Mason Street, Mareeba (07) 4092 2433
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Residents of Mareeba and District are invited to join Presbyterians for worship in the Mareeba QCWA Hall, Wilkes Street (behind Meals on Wheels), on Sundays at 10am. We are a Bible believing, hymn singing group who have had a continuous presence in Mareeba for over 125 years. You are welcome to discuss questions you might have (eg. about us or Christianity in general), over a cuppa afterwards. We look forward to meeting you!
THE FAMILY OF
Pasquilina Cocco
Would like to thank everyone who sent flowers and cards. We would like to thank the Atherton Hospital staff and doctors, Alice Street Medical Centre, Dr Emma Griffiths, the Yungaburra Lions Club, Blue Care and Father Dariusz Osinski. Please accept this as our sincere thank you.
THANKS
iN MeMoriaM Meghan Rebecca Godfrey 03.01.1992 ~ 16.07.2019
The Formoso family would like to express their thanks to family and friends for attending the funeral following the passing of
Luigi “Gigino” Formoso
We would like to say a special thank you to Guilfoyles Funeral Services, Debbie from Love Them Flowers, Father Rob Greenup, Dr Akil Islam and Queensland Ambulance Services. Thank you also to those who sent cards, flowers, called by phone and sent messages of support and who were unable to attend due to Covid-19 Restrictions. Please accept this as our sincere thank you during this difficult time.
HONOURING AND REMEMBERING
It’s been one year since we sadly said our goodbyes, You are missed each and every day. For you were someone very special, Who meant more than words can say.
From your loving family and friends. You’ll always be our shining star.
LEN WAREING
aNNiVersary
FuNeral
Congratulations on your Wedding on 25th July Cameron Bale and Caitlin Jerome Love Mum, Dad, Jenna, Brendan, Caitlin, Brendan, Annabelle, Amelia, Aaliyah and Parker.
In Loving Memory Of RAAF 138737 07.12.23 ~ 27.07.09 From your loving Wife Ann and your family.
DEBBIE BOARDMAN
Funeral Celebrant Final farewells with respect. Phone 0410 328 357
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FuNeral NotiCe MACONACHIE, Edward Cecil
ANGELO CARUSI Husband, Father, Father-in-Law, Grandfather and Great Grandfather.
Thank you to my precious family for organising the beautiful send off for our dear Angelo, missed you Zoe. Thank you Garth and Ashleigh for manning the gate. Special thanks to my granddaughter Jessica for supplying the food. Thanks to relatives and friends and apologies to relatives and friends unable to attend due to Covid 19. Special thanks to Father Robert Greenup, special thanks to Werna Braun for playing the “Last Post” for our Alpino Angelo, Tito Sciani for the Alpini Prayer, Miguel Samanas singing, Alpini Frank Ius, Gino Trabucco and Vittorio Tiraboschi, pallbearers, readers and alter boys Domenic and Rocco. Thank you all for making Angelo’s funeral so special and thank you to the boys for polishing Angelo’s special A.V. tractor. The live streaming so relatives and friends in Italy and Australia were able to watch Angelo’s beautiful send off. Thank you everyone for the visits, sweets, food, lovely flowers, phone calls, beautiful cards and letters. Thank you Mareeba Leagues Club, most appreciated. Thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at the Mareeba Medical Clinic. Thanks to Doctor Jim Carruthers and Doctor Sam Hillier. Thanks to the nurses and doctors at the Cairns Private Hospital for their wonderful care and attention given to Angelo over the years. Thank you Mareeba Ambulance, Mareeba Hospital, Cairns Base Hospital for the care and attention given to Angelo and a special thanks to Mareeba Rotary, Mareeba State High School for supplying the marquees. A special thanks to the lovely caring people at Guilfoyle Funeral Services. Rest In Peace our special “Alpino Angelo Carusi”. We will love and miss you. Loving wife Dita, Children Patricia & Nasem, Tina & Noel, Anthony & Loredana, Carolina & Terry and all their beautiful families. Rest in Peace Angelo.
Late of Mareeba. Passed away peacefully on Friday the 10th of July, 2020. Aged 92 years. Dearly loved Husband of Daphne Maconachie (Dec.). Much loved Father and Father-in-Law of Lyn & Kevin Morgan, Jean & Greg Fairley, Noela & Bill White, Wendy & Dan McQuaid and their families. Special Uncle of Beth Johnson & Hazel Ah Gum. Grandad, Great Grandad and Uncle to many. In keeping with his wishes, a private cremation has been held.
Guilfoyle Funeral Services Chapels, Crematorium & Memorial Gardens
Atherton: 4091 2147 Mareeba: 4092 1013 Local Family Owned & “Entrusted for over 70 years”
www.guilfoylefunerals.com.au
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Birthday Happy 18th Birthday
Nikita Bianco ~ 26th July, 2020 ~
Love from Dad, Mum and Uncle Tony. XXX
Natasha Burton
PositioN VaCaNt Ravenshoe Community Centre Inc. (RCC is managed by a Collective of members and elected Office Bearers) POSITION VACANT Bus Driver - Social Support Group Rural and Remote Home Care Service Rural and Remote Home Care Service is a Home Support Program funded by the Commonwealth Department of Health and the State Department of Communities, Disability Services and Seniors. We aim to maintain and promote independence and quality of life for the frail aged, younger people with disabilities and carers, by providing a flexible variety of services to meet each person’s unique set of circumstances. We are seeking a suitably qualified and/or experienced person to fill the position of Bus Driver - Social Support Group with this program. JOB SUMMARY This is a casual position for 9 hours per fortnight to be worked every alternate Friday as per the Rural and Remote Home Care Service Social Support Program Calendar. This position is based in Ravenshoe and is paid in accordance with the Passenger Vehicle Transportation Award 2010 – Grade 3 (less than 25 seats) at a rate of $28.46 per hour. Hours of work: 7.30am to 5pm (includes half hour unpaid lunch break). The successful applicant will have a strong commitment to working with frail aged and younger people with disabilities and some prior experience in this field of work is an advantage. REQUIREMENTS • Experienced in driving buses or similar large vehicles and towing, reversing, parking with a trailer • Current LR licence and Industry Authority Card from the Department of Transport • Current National Police Check • Current First Aid and CPR certificate an advantage (you will be paid a first aid allowance if certification is maintained) DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This position is responsible to the RnR Program Manager and will work under the general direction of the Social Support Group Assistant during scheduled bus trips. It is the primary responsibility of the Bus Driver to ensure the safety of clients, staff and volunteers by obeying road rules, following designated route/s and adhering to pickup and drop off schedules. The driver is also responsible for assessing, reporting and managing any vehicular risks by completing the necessary pre-start, checklists and mileage forms and alerting the Social Support Group Assistant immediately of any concerns throughout the journey. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • The driver will assist staff and volunteers to load and safely secure client’s items and if required, assist with clients embarking and disembarking the bus. • The driver will ensure the bus departs Atherton by 2pm at the latest to allow sufficient time for the return journey to Ravenshoe. • Upon return the bus is to be refueled to a full tank. • Return odometer reading noted. • The driver is responsible for cleaning the bus inside and out upon return to 17 Moore Street, Ravenshoe. All rubbish is to be removed and the bus left in a clean and tidy state. Any WH&S paperwork completed and submitted to the Social Support Group Assistant prior to finishing. Applicants should describe how their qualifications, experiences and abilities would enable them to fulfil their duties and specific responsibilities. A detailed list of position functions and responsibilities is included in the application package. Applicants who address the EOI criteria in the application package may be contacted for an interview. Applicants who do not address the criteria and have the required licences/certificates will not be contacted further. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 4.00pm, Monday 3rd August, 2020. Applications received after this will not be considered. Please email: Manager@ravcom.org.au for an application package or call 40977 242 (9am-4pm Monday to Thursday) for a package to be mailed. Alternatively call into Rural and Remote Home Care Service @ 3 Bolton Street to pick up an application pack.
Ravenshoe Community Centre Inc. (RCC is managed by a Collective of members and elected Office Bearers) POSITION VACANT Social Support Group Facilitator Rural and Remote Home Care Service Rural and Remote Home Care Service is a Home Support Program funded by the Commonwealth Department of Health and the State Department of Communities, Disability Services and Seniors. We aim to maintain and promote independence and quality of life for the frail aged, younger people with disabilities and carers, by providing a flexible variety of services to meet each person’s unique set of circumstances. We are seeking a suitably qualified and/or experienced person to fill the position of Social Support Group Facilitator with this program. The position requires a person with a high degree of judgement, commitment and initiative to develop and deliver program activities designed to support the ongoing independence and social connection of the frail aged and disabled within our community. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • To facilitate and be directly involved in the day to day operations of the Social Support Group Program • Ensure the program is appropriately managed and services are delivered in accordance with the annual budget and current operating guidelines of the Commonwealth Home Support Program • Participate in program reviews and development to assist the RnR Program Manager to maintain client services, respond to hitherto unmet needs within the community and provide a quality service to clients of the Program • To be an active and participatory member of the Rural & Remote Home Care Service and Ravenshoe Community Centre Inc team committed to innovative program design and delivery • To undertake an advocacy role on behalf of clients, carers, workers and volunteers when required and assist in the ongoing assessment of client needs • To ensure compliance with and adherence to all legislation and regulations relevant to the Program’s operations, including the Aged Care Act 1997 • To supervise, manage and support the program’s staff and volunteers • To maintain records and reports as required by legislation, regulations and this Organisation’s policies and procedures The position is permanent part time at 42 hours per fortnight (Tuesday and Thursday – 8 hours of client contact and Wednesday – 5 hours of non-contact for administration duties). SCHADS Industry Awards Level 3.1. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND/OR EXPERIENCE: • Certificate III Individual Support (minimum requirement) and demonstrated industry experience as per the level classifications in SCHADS Award 2010 • Previous industry experience managing a similar Aged Care Program • Experience in managing staff and volunteers • Knowledge of current Aged Care environment • Current First Aid Certificate and National Police Check • Must hold a current LR Driver’s License and Driver’s Authorisation or be able to obtain same within one (1) month of commencement of duties • Food Safety Certificate III (online) within 1 (one) month of commencement of duties – meal preparation is involved • Computer skills an advantage, in particular Microsoft Office 365 Applicants should describe how their qualifications, experiences and abilities would enable them to fulfil their duties and specific responsibilities. A detailed list of position functions and responsibilities is included in the application package. Applicants who address the selection criteria in the application package may be contacted for an interview. Applicants who do not address the selection criteria will not be contacted further. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 4.00pm, Monday 3rd August, 2020. Applications received after this will not be considered. Please email – Manager@ravcom.org.au for an application package or call 40977 242 (9am-4pm Monday to Thursday) for a package to be mailed. Alternatively call into Rural and Remote Home Care Service @ 3 Bolton Street to pick up an application pack.
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MULCH HAY
AgistMent wanted 30 head of cattle. Ph 0407 634 967.
two bedroom furnished unit. No pets. $300 per week. Ph 4092 5225 or 0407 925 225.
All sizes available, small to large quantities to suit small home gardens to large orchards. For More Details Call 0431 267 109
Etheridge Shire Council is seeking applications from highly motivated, enthusiastic and team orientated persons to assist in the fabrication, repair and maintenance of Council’s plant and equipment. The applicant must hold Certificate III (Engineering Mechanical Trade). Etheridge Shire Council is located within the heart of the Gulf Savannah Region with its eastern boundary being only 250km’s from Cairns. The main township within the Etheridge Shire is Georgetown which is approximately 400km’s from Cairns and 400km’s from the Gulf of Carpentaria. The shire has three other township’s being, Mt Surprise, Einasleigh, Forsayth. Mining, Tourism, Beef Cattle and Agriculture are the predominant industries which are the driving factor behind the shire’s economy. Applications are to include a covering letter, resume and at least 2 references. Applications can be posted, delivered to the Administration Office, faxed or emailed to:
shepArd Avocado plants for sale, ready now. Ph 4093 3871.
Butcher Bill Black Mobile Butcher. Hang up to 7 days. 0408 922 812.
Position Vacant - Diesel Fitter Mechanic The Chief Executive Officer Etheridge Shire Council PO Box 12 GEORGETOWN QLD 4871 Fax: 07 4062 1285 Email: info@etheridge.qld.gov.au
locAl Mobile Farm Butcher - will travel. Ph Bryan 0407 691 752. got a position vacantl? Call us on 4092 3464 or see us at 186 Byrnes Street, Mareeba.
Further information can be obtained by contacting the Director of Engineering Services, Les Morgan on Ph: 07 40799090 or Councils website www.etheridge.qld.gov.au LG000282
Applications close at 4pm Friday 24th July 2020 David Munro CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
For sale
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trades and services PRODUCTION WORKER
(Millaa Millaa) Mungalli Creek Dairy is looking for a long term, keen and reliable production worker to work within our manufacturing operation - approx 20 to 30 hrs/wk. Applicants must be fit and healthy - lots of manual handling of crates and materials (20 - 25kg); an outstanding team player; able to maintain high standards of workplace hygiene and accurately follow systems and procedures. An HR licence will be well-regarded. Please email your completed application to: hr@mungallicreekdairy.com.au
IMMEDIATE START MUNGALLI FARMHOUSE CAFE
(Millaa Millaa) Do you have experience in hospitality, a bubbly friendly outgoing personality and a passion for excellence in customer service? We currently have shifts available in our busy farmhouse café. You must have your own transport and the ability to work in a fast and friendly manner. Barista and Food Service skills would be well regarded as is a love of promoting our award-winning products, our biodynamic farming, our local in store gifts and the local region. Shifts will be as needed across a 7 day roster and will include some weekday and weekend days. APPLY NOW VIA: https://www.mungallicreekdairy.com.au/ work-with-us/ or jobs@mungallicreekdairy.com.au
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Shooters set for target
SHOOTERS will get the chance to dust off their rifles and get ready to compete after the Atherton Tablelands Gun Club (ATGC) announced that they will return to competition shooting as of this Saturday, July 25. The ATGC stopped their competition shooting in early May of this year due to the COVID-19 restrictions; now after being allowed to practice for some weeks they have been given the all clear to resume competitive shooting. Unlike other shooting clubs the ATGC focuses on shooting targets and often participates in events like trench and skeet shooting which are featured in the Olympics. However there are a host of other types of shooting events that members participate in to polish their skills. Shooters are given grades to help them gauge their skills from C Grade to AA Elite, which is reserved for the most skilled members of the club. The club was garnering up
to 50 shooters at their events before COVID-19 closed them down and ATGC Secretary Bradley Price is excited for the competition to resume. “It will be great to get back into competition shooting again,” he said. “Practice is not the same as proper shooting you haven’t got the competitiveness there. “It’s a very friendly and inclusive sport that anyone can do from young, old or even disabled members can shoot. “It’s safer than football as long as you hold the gun the right way round.” The club is open to shooters of all ages and skill levels with some shooters being as young as 12 or as old as 92. The club partakes in practices every second and fourth Saturday of every month and eager residents are welcome along to try their hand at shooting. For more information on the club and their upcoming competition or practice shoots contact the club via their facebook page.
Race day success
RACEGOERS returned to the track on Saturday for the Atherton Turf Club’s first race day with patrons since COVID-19 restrictions were introduced earlier this year. The next race day for Atherton Turf Club will be held on Saturday, August 1. RACE RESULTS: Race 1 – Winner: John The Rodent, Second: The Frontier, Third: Bold Expectations. Race 2 – Winner: Scaramouche, Second: Super Dancer, Third: Perfectly Posh. Race 3 – Winner: Labrusco, Seond: Double Denman, Third: Purple Grey. Race 4 – Winner: Buxton, Second: Saxophone, Third: The Groom. Race 5 – Winner: Soldati, Second: Beat It, Third: Sweet June.
Janel Ryan trained Labrusco won race three.
Free fitness TABLELANDS residents will get the chance to shed some of their COVID kilos after the Tablelands Regional Council announced 20 weeks of free fitness classes. After partnering with Live Life Get Active residents of TRC will be able to participate in 20 weeks of free fitness classes. Currently the classes contain elements of cross training and yoga with the boxing element currently on hold due to social distancing. TRC Deputy Mayor Kevin Cardew believes that having a healthy body and mind is a great way to maintain physical and mental wellbeing. “A regular fitness regime is important for physical and mental wellbeing and these ‘camps’ are a great way to get into a routine,” he said. “The weekly schedule of cross training and yoga help
develop cardio capacity and improve strength, toning, balance and flexibility. “These camps are delivered by local, accredited trainers and participants also receive access to an online fitness platform and a free nutritional program with easy-to-follow recipes, videos and blogs.” The ‘camps’ run for 45 minutes. The program started last Wednesday, 15 July at 6.30am at St Joseph’s Parish School in Atherton and will run from Monday to Friday for the 20 weeks during the school term. Council is also in the process of establishing programs in Malanda and Ravenshoe to broaden the community’s access to the service. Registration is essential to participate and reap all of the rewards so head to livelifegetactive.com/ to get involved.
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Race four winning trainer Lisa Donovan and Buxton.
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Happy jockey Emily Cass after winning race three on Labrusco.
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Mixed results for Bulls
A grade driver Lucy Reed.
THE Mareeba United Football Club travelled away to take on the Innisfail Cutters on Saturday resulting in a mixed bag of results for the club. The under 15, 16 and 17‘s notched up their second win on the trot with a 5-1 win over the Souths FC while the Men’s second division continued their impressive form with a 1-0 win over the Comets on Friday night. In a full day of football at
Steve Corica Oval the ladies reserves lost 3-2 to Innisfail, Mareeba’s youth team continued their excellent run of form with a 3-0 win while the Men’s reserves we held to a 3-3 draw. The Premier ladies signalled their intentions for the season with a thumping 6-0 win over the Cutter’s traditionally a powerhouse in women’s football. The Men’s premier team continued their shaky start to the season with a 3-1 loss to the
Cutter’s; the result puts them at the wrong end of the table. The Bulls had a terrible start to the game losing Kane Alderton with a knee injury early on and later in the match red cards to Darcy McCormack and Micko Van Der Vyver. Defensive errors again cost the bulls and will need to pick themselves up as the come up against Leichhardt this weekend at home.
Racing returns THERE were grins all round with the return to dirt track motor racing for the Tableland Competition Car Club at Herberton’s Tepon Speedway on Sunday. Plenty of action entertained the healthy spectator crowd, with Mark Jorgensen
and Michael Buckingham from Mareeba having a very successful debut at the track. Brad Brook’s beautifully turned out car had one spin too many, which ended his day with suspension damage. RACE DAY RESULTS
C Grade: 1st Sam Jennings; 2nd Michael Buckingham; 3rd Corey Martin. B Grade: 1st Owen Rankine; 2nd Mark Jorgensen; 3rd Ian Meyer. A Grade: st Kirk Poole; 2nd Lucy Reed; 3rd Owen Jonsson.
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