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At the official turning of the sod for the Cedric Davies Community Hub was Mareeba Shire Mayor Tom Gilmore, Cedricâ€™s sons Cedric and Cr Kevin Davies and wife June. PHOTO: Mareeba Shire Council.

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Thursday was a special day for the community of Mareeba as the Cedric Davies Community Hub officially got underway. In a first for Mareeba the new hub will not only become home to the Mareeba Library, but will provide the community with a training and events venue, plus an undercover lawn bowls facility. ď€ź STORY pG3

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Team Makinlee at the Walk for Prems in Cairns on October 27.

WITH 48,000 premature or sick babies born in Australia each year, the impact is significant and traumatic for many – therefore the help of communities is vital in supporting affected families. Doing their bit recently was Kane and Tonya Mitchell of Ma-

reeba whose 1-year old daughter Makinlee was born premature. Along with the support of family and friends together they took part in the annual ‘Walk for Prems’ event held in Cairns on October 27. The 2019 walk, now in its tenth year, saw droves of people

flock to the Cairns Esplanade in support of families with an aim to raise money and awareness for premature or sick babies. Tonya Mitchell raised more than $2,632 and was the fifth highest solo fundraiser in Australia. Mrs Mitchell’s team, team

Makinlee, named after her daughter, also raised $2782, a staggering difference to their initial goal of $400. Mrs Mitchell was extremely happy with the event and the money she raised and is looking forward to participating next year.

“The event was great,” she said. “It was so well organised and had a fantastic atmosphere. “I can’t wait to do it again next year.” Mrs Mitchell would also like to thank everyone who walked on the day or donated money to the cause.

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ONE student will benefit from a scholarship program, which will supplement their study costs in their first year of their higher education. Mareeba and Dimbulah Community Bank Branches Chairman Gilbert Teitzel said the Mareeba and Dimbulah Community Bank Branches Scholarship Program, which opens in December this year, was launched because the local bank believed local students deserved every opportunity to

achieve their dreams. “An investment in education yields great long-term dividends and by helping young people gain access to tertiary education, the returns to the student, their families and the local community are significant. “The Community Bank Branches Scholarship Program is a transformative undertaking that changes the lives of local students, strengthens communities for the long term and is a tangible example of the

good that banking with us can achieve. “Our young people are our future and we believe they deserve the best support possible to help forge their careers and achieve their dreams. Successful Mareeba and Dimbulah Community Bank Scholarship applicants will initially receive funding for one year and depending on academic performance, the scholarship may be renewed to assist in the second year of their study.

Applications are invited from eligible students, starting their studies in 2020, from December 2, 2019. Applications close on January 28, 2020 and will be assessed in early February 2020. Last year, the Mareeba and Dimbulah Community Bank Branches Scholarship supported local students Noah Goldsworthy and Daniel Strazzeri with their Paramedic and Law studies at JCU and QU. The Mareeba and Dimbulah Community Bank Scholar-

ship is part of the Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Scholarship Program, which partners with Community Bank branches, Rural Bank and The University of Melbourne. The program has now supported over 800 students, with $8.1 million in funding since its inception in 2007. For more information contact Mareeba or Dimbulah Community Bank Branches on 4092 2099 or 4093 5266 or visit www.bendigobank.com.au/ scholarships.

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Community Hub officially begins LAST Thursday marked a monumental day for the town of Mareeba as it saw the official turning of the sod for the Cedric Davies Community Hub. Mareeba Shire Council Mayor Tom Gilmore, Minister for Government, Racing and Cultural Affairs Stirling Hinchcliffe and Member for Cook Cynthia Lui were in attendance, all three of whom spoke about the enormity of the project for the region. Cr Gilmore said the Cedric Davies Community Hub is something the community should be extremely excited about. “Every now and then, something will pop up that offers long-term potential for the growth and benefit of the community and this is one of them,” he said. “We’re starting with the bowls club and library and when completed this community facility will be one that grows on its own accord. “This multi-faceted gem is one that I’m confident the community will be proud of over the

next 20-30 years. “As a small rural council, we rely heavily on grants and subsidies to maintain and upgrade community facilities. “We are so indebted to the Queensland Government for the funding to make this all possible.” Minister Hinchcliffe echoed Cr Gilmore’s comments, noting that the benefits of the Community Hub would be felt well into the future. “When it is completed, this will be a state-of-the-art facility housing community and training activities and events, outreach community services, a new library and undercover lawn bowls,” Mr Hinchliffe said. “On top of that, the council estimates that 44 jobs will be created or supported by these works, which is a fantastic result for the local economy and for Mareeba families. “This is why the Queensland Government is proud to support this project through almost $1.1 million from the Local Government Grants and Subsidies Pro-

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gram (LGGSP). “I am particularly pleased that it is being named after former Mareeba Shire Chairman and councillor, the late Cedric Davies, and it is wonderful that his wife June and family are here today to share in this moment.” Davies is a synonymous surname in Mareeba, and current Mareeba Shire Councillor Kevin Davies alluded to the enormous sense of pride he feels in having the Community Hub named after his father. “It’s fantastic to see dad recognised in this fashion,” he said. “He served on the Mareeba Shire Council for 21 years and played an integral role in a number of community projects and initiatives that are still utilised until this day. “In addition to his work on Council, dad also was a key figure in Rotary and a number of sporting clubs within the community, so it’s great to see something named after him just like my grandfather was.” The construction of the new

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Cr Toppin to stand for Mareeba Shire Mayor Mareeba Shire Councillor Angela Toppin last week announced that she will run for Mayor at the 2020 Local Government Elections.

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Elections in March. In making the announcement, Cr Toppin said she would

be honoured to be elected to lead the progressive shire, with a strong focus on sustainability, economic development and community wellbeing. “My vision is to sustain the incredible growth that our council and community have worked collaboratively to achieve in the shire in the past four years,” Cr Toppin said. “I will focus on providing the platform for our industries to thrive economically and, at the same time, work to ensure we maintain the social fabric of the shire so our families continue to prosper and enjoy the lifestyle that makes our region so great.” More specifically, Cr Toppin highlighted two key projects she will be looking to help deliver for the Mareeba Shire if elected in 2020. “There are a couple of concerns that I think every Councillor is aware of, one of which being access to affordable water for farmers which we will continue to lobby for,” she said. “The other issue is the Kuranda Range Road, as its current state acts as a deterrent for those families who commute up and down it every day. “In addition, improving the road offers the potential for a real transport corridor which will open up our export markets.” A daughter of migrant farmers, Cr Toppin was born and raised in Mareeba, and went on to forge a highly successful career in the education sector.

She has served as principal in permanent and acting positions at five Far North Queensland high schools including Mareeba (2003-2010) and Cairns State High (2011-2016), the latter where she demonstrated strong leadership to lead more than 200 staff and 1700 students. Cr Toppin won a seat on Council at the 2016 Queensland Local Government Elections. “I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my

“But more importantly, he’s been such an advocate for the Mareeba Shire over his many years in politics and his great leadership is something I will always personally remember.” Cr Toppin, a mother of one and grandmother to four, is well known for being a strong, motivational leader, with a track record of accountability, financial stability, team management and ethical decision making.

“By far one of the most important things I bring to Council, however, is my passion for this shire.” time on council and believe I have delivered this role with the utmost integrity that the position requires, with a focus on financial stability, facilitating growth and maintaining and improving the level of infrastructure that is needed to serve our community,” Cr Toppin said. “The mayoral position is another challenge, but one that I readily accept as it gives me an opportunity to give back to the community that has given me so much support.” Cr Toppin also extended her thanks to Mayor Tom Gilmore, an individual who provided her with a greater insight of what’s expected of a local politician. Tom has always had an eye to financial stability and balancing your budget and that’s right down my alley,” she said.

“My extensive career in education, leading institutions that play a vital role in our community, speaks volumes for the skills, abilities and dedication I bring to Mareeba Shire Council,” Cr Toppin said. “By far one of the most important things I bring to Council, however, is my passion for this shire.” Among her achievements in local government, Cr Toppin lists delivering a balanced 2018-19 budget with a rate rise of three per cent (including continuing to build reserves against possible disasters as well as future opportunities), as most satisfying, together with a continued focus on delivering safe, reliable and modern infrastructure, that meet the needs of the Mareeba Shire community.

Speech pathology books donated Speech Pathology Australia recently held their annual Book of the Year event with a judge from the event coming from a local Tableland business. The Book of the Year Awards selects children’s books that foster language and literacy development in young Australians and helps to promote the role that speech pathologists play in that development. Laura Nelson from Tablelands Speech Pathology believes that Speech Pathologists are in a “unique” position to help foster this growth. “Speech Pathologists understand the link between language, speech and reading,” Mrs Nel-

son said. “Learning to read and write is a crucial part of a child’s development and are also essential skills for adults. “Speech Pathology Australia conducts its Book of the Year Awards to identify the best children books available.” Mrs Nelson also donated three books under the indigenous children category to the Mareeba State School including the winner “Dreaming Soldiers” “I have a good relationship with Mareeba State School and I felt it would be the most sensible place to donate the books as they would be utilised there,” she said.

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Cynthia Lui moves office to Cairns munity organisations want to meet with her in Cairns. “This move will ensure I can spend more time meeting with the people I represent,” she said. “I firmly believe that the new office location will give all constituents better access to my office, so I can continue to deliver for all the communities throughout my electorate.” “Since elected, I have worked hard to advocate for the needs of Mareeba and give the local community a strong voice in Parliament. I am proud of all of my key achievements in the

Mareeba Shire.” “I will continue to work collaboratively with the Mareeba community by holding regular mobile offices and meeting days to deliver an effective and efficient service to the community. “I will continue to fight hard for Mareeba and the Cook electorate.” The office move has resulted in a cost in excess of $70,000 to ratepayers with many questioning whether this was money well spent.

Crime Stoppers comes to town

THE newly formed Far Northern Volunteer Area Committee (VAC) of Crime Stoppers Queensland was formed recently and will officially launch next Wednesday. The new committee was implemented after senior police officers approached Crime stoppers in the region to address the declining rate of volunteers. The purpose of the new committee is to promote Crime Stoppers throughout the Tablelands, Gulf and Peninsula areas as well as Indigenous Cape communities. Far Northern VAC Chairperson Mladen Bosnic (pictured) said Crime Stoppers will pro-

vide the region with a vital service that hasn’t been seen in this part of Queensland before. “Crime Stoppers offers community members a platform where they can report crime anonymously without the fear of discovery and potential retribution,” he said. “Crime Stoppers is crucial in providing for safer communities so it’s fantastic to see this service operational in the region.” A launch date to commemorate the new committee has been set for 10-11 am on Wednesday 13 of November at Anzac Park in Mareeba. Many local organisations and community members will

at shopping centres and businesses across Atherton. Mr Freeman partook in a record of interview and made admissions to all 23 wilful damage offences he was charged with. “As he was damaging the cars of innocent residents who parked their cars in the IGA, Woolworths and Council car parks, finding the perpetrator of these incidents were of extreme-

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Dairy industry Code of Conduct on its way Federal Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch said the Australian dairy industry will have a mandatory code of conduct by the start of next year. Mr Entsch said the mandatory code would improve the contractual arrangements between dairy farmers and dairy processors. Mr Entsch said this was the outcome dairy farmers on the Tablelands had been crying out for. “I understand the need for clear safeguards outlining how farmers are treated as members of the supply chain and therefore the need for the code to be in place as soon as possible,” Mr

Dairy industry mandatory Code of Conduct is set to be implemented early next year.

Entsch said. “I have been pushing for the process to speed up and am pleased to see that advocacy has paid off. “It is not the silver bullet but it is a massive step in the right direction. “Ahead of the code’s formal introduction the dairy industry is on notice to make sure that the contracts offered to farmers are appropriate and fair.” Mr Entsch said the mandatory code is an election promise and is an outcome of the April 2018 Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s report into the dairy sector. “The dairy industry has had a

huge role in developing the code and I look forward to the release of the exposure code later this week,” he said. “Consultation on the exposure code will be open for four weeks and, from January 2020, the industry will be bound by the new code. “Stakeholder consultation is an essential component in the development of this mandatory code so I encourage all those in the dairy industry to review it and have a say.” For further information and to have your say visit www. haveyoursay.agriculture.gov.au

Chance to make submissions for a Senate Inquiry Transport Committee to hear from as diverse a range of people as possible. “Queensland’s Labor State Government has ignored the efforts of farmers to improve their environmental credentials and hit them with new regulations

inquiry to investigate new commercial fishing laws that have come under fire from seafood industry figures. Submissions close on November 8. Senator McDonald said it was important for the Senate’s Rural and Regional Affairs and

TOWNSVILLE-based LNP Senator Susan McDonald is reminding people with an interest in Queensland’s farming future to make submissions to a Senate Inquiry into Queensland’s controversial reef regulations. There is also scope for the

that threaten their viability,” she said. “I have seen first-hand the new technology, fertiliser application methods and anti-erosion measures being used in farming but Annastacia Palaszczuk has put her faith in armchair envi-

ronmentalists instead of realworld experts. “We want to hear from farmers, Natural Resource Management groups, scientists and commercial fishers about their experiences with trying to abide by State Government regula-

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Mareeba Hospital to open new operating theatre

School scores prestigious award Mareeba State School has recently been awarded a highly prestigious award at the recent Showcase Awards for Excellence in Schools. The Showcase was held in Brisbane and featured State Schools from all across the country. Mareeba State School was a state finalist in two categories; RemServ Showcase Award for Excellence in Parent and Community Engagement and QUT Showcase Award for Excellence in Inclusive Education. Ultimately the school was awarded the Southern Cross University Showcase Board’s Choice Award which recognises an outstanding school in all aspects of schooling life. The award was presented

by a Professor of Southern Cross University; Professor Adam Shoemaker Past MSS Principal, Mandy Whybird is extremely proud of this achievement and spoke about what it meant to the school and the staff. “It’s a very prestigious award so its fantastic recognition for the school,” she said. “We nominated two pieces of work that were of significance to the school to be judged. “The Boards choice award is an inaugural award that is rewarded to a school that shows strong outcomes from the school.” The school will be aiming to present more pieces for judging next year.

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The Mareeba Hospital is now home to a new endoscopy service thanks to funding courtesy of the State Government.

ENDOSCOPY services will now be available at the Mareeba Hospital thanks to a $1 million upgrade courtesy of the Queensland Government. Health Minister Steven Miles and Member for Cook Cynthia Lui inspected the upgraded theatre and the new dedicated area for recovery today. “People from Mareeba and the surrounding area will soon have access to an upgraded operating theatre facility and, for the first time in a long time, endoscopy services,” Ms Lui said. “The theatre will continue to also provide general surgery, dental surgery, and birthing services. “It’s so important that we are delivering more and better services to all Queenslanders no matter where they live.” Mr Miles said that following the $1 million upgrade, the theatre was expected to re-open in mind-November. “Demand for endoscopy services is growing across the state and understandably residents in

Mareeba don’t want to travel all the way to Cairns to get a diagnosis,” he said. “This new endoscopy service will allow the hospital to diagnose gastrointestinal tract diseases such as cancers and abnormalities of the digestive tract and get on top of them quickly.” Due to the National Bowel Cancer Screening expansion, the demand for endoscopy services is expected to continue to increase by 5.7 per cent per year over the next 10 years. Mareeba Hospital Medical Superintendent Nikki Patching said by providing endoscopic services locally we will be able to treat more patients within clinically recommended timeframes and meet increasing future demand for endoscopic services. “And endoscopy/colonoscopy allows doctors to see the lining of a patient’s oesophagus, stomach, or colon,” she said. “If abnormal areas are seen, biopsies (tissue samples) can be taken for testing.”

Mareeba Acting Director of Nursing and Midwifery and Facility Manager Kerry Grigg said they were in the process of booking patients who live near Mareeba for their endoscopy. “This new service means we can provide safe and sustainable care closer to home for Mareeba residents,” she said. “The new endoscopy service also aligns with the Health Service’s strategy to increase the self-sufficiency of Mareeba Hospital and deliver care closer to home where safe to do so.” Ms Grigg and Dr Patching thanked the local community and hospital staff for their patience while the theatre was closed for this upgrade. “We are also very grateful to the Atherton and Cairns hospital teams, who provided assistance while the theatre was closed,” she said. Cairns and Hinterland Health Service Chief Executive Officer Clare Douglas said that the new endoscopy service aligns with the Health Service strategy to

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Budding journo set to make stage debut in Apollo’s Tonic

Simon Lukic, Lionella Callegari and Gary Delai.

FlexiChoice showcases clients art FlexiChoice held an art exhibition last Friday night that saw artwork presented by their clients. The FlexiChoice clients all participate in an art group every Friday and make artwork from pottery to paintings.

For the first time FlexiChoice decided to open up and showcase their artwork to the community. In attendance was councillors and Mayor Tom Gilmore along with many community members who purchased art

and supported the event. FlexiChoice Support Worker Jenny Mulcahy has expressed her thanks to Bendigo Bank, Mareeba Arts Society and everyone who came out to show support and view the art on show.

The Cairns Hospital RMO Society is honoured to welcome

Professor Patrick McGorry AO Professor Patrick McGorry is the executive director of Orygen, professor of Youth Mental Health at the University of Melbourne, and a Founding Director of the National Youth Mental Health Foundation (headspace). In 2010 Professor McGorry was selected as Australian of the Year and became an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO).

Don’t miss this exceptional presentation

ACTING READY: The Express’ cadet journalist Rhys Thomas, along with other cast members, are ready and exited to present Mareeba Theatre Groups 2019 end of year play, Apollo’s Tonic.

AN array of local actors will light up the newly refurbished Mareeba Theatre Group Hall in over a fortnight as the Mareeba Theatre Group host their Apollo’s Tonic play. The performance is set in the Apollo nightclub in the late 1980's when it was all about disco music, dancing and fluorescent lights. The cast is an extremely talented one, and one such person who can’t wait to be centrestage is first-time Mareeba Theatre Group performer Rhys Thomas. “I’ve never done anything

like this before, my first ever live performance was my senior year at MSHS in a play called ‘Back to the 80’s’,” he said. “I really regretted not doing anything theatre-related before that, so when this opportunity presented itself it was one I couldn’t pass up. As part of the performance, Rhys’ character will be a member of the ‘Rafia’, a group who are looking to extort the Apollo Nightclub for personal gain. “In my role I am “Crusher”, an enforcer who uses my enormous hands to crush skulls,” he said.

“I’m expecting it be a challenging role as it is a theatre restaurant performance, which will require me to engage with the crowd quite a bit which is nerve-racking.” For those interested in attending, Apollo’s Tonic will take place between Thursday, November 21 and Saturday, November 30. Bookings are currently open and can be purchased by visiting the Mareeba Theatre Group Inc. Facebook page and following the links to www.trybooking. com

Remembrance Day Ceremony Monday 11th November, 2019 10:30am, Anzac Park Cenotaph, Byrnes Street, Mareeba On this day, as in years before, Australians will observe one minute of silence at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, to remember and commemorate those who served and died in all wars and armed conﬂicts. Please join us this year to commemorate this special day. PROGRAM

Where: Cairns Hospital Auditorium, second floor, A Block When: Friday 8 November, 2019 Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm And the collaborative launch of the Regional Training Hubs website supporting the Wellbeing of Junior Doctors

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• 10:30am Lowering of the ﬂags to half mast • Introduction and Welcome - Mr Ross Cuzzubbo • Prayer and Reading • Commemorative Address - Caitlin Wadley, St. Stephen’s College • Laying of the Wreaths - Mareeba RSL Sub Branch; Mareeba Shire Council; Schools & general public • Recitation of The Ode - Mr Gordon Powell, WW2 Veteran and Knight of the Legion of Honour (France) • The Last Post - Bugler Andrew Close, St. Stephen’s College • One Minute’s Silence • The Rouse and the raising of the ﬂags - Bugler Andrew Close, St. Stephen’s College • National Anthems Australia and New Zealand - Australian: Graham Morrow. NZ: recording • Closing Remarks - Mayor Tom Gilmore (Sub branch members are invited to the Mareeba Leagues Club after the ceremony for light refreshments)

POPPY APPEAL: The Mareeba RSL Sub Branch will be selling poppies and other commemorative items on the day in front of the Post Oﬃce from 8:30am to 10:15am. Please support our veteran’s welfare. Lest We Forget www.theexpressnewspaper.com.au

Gather to remember

RESIDENTS across the Tablelands will be given the chance to recognise those Australian soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice in World War I as next Monday marks Remembrance Day. At 11am on November 11, 1918, the guns on the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous warfare. That moment in history has attained a special significance in Australia in the post-war years, and there will be a number of ceremonies held on the Tablelands that community members can attend.

Remembrance Day ceremonies on the Tablelands: Mareeba Cenotaph – Assemble at 10:15am for 10:30am start Mount Molloy Cenotaph – Starts at 10:40am Atherton Cenotaph – Starts at 10:40am Ravenshoe Cenotaph – Starts at 10:45am Malanda Cenotaph – Starts at 10:45am

Disaster coordination centre officially opens A new Community Education and Disaster Coordination Centre for the Tablelands was officially opened in Atherton last Thursday. In Atherton to officially open the centre, Local Government Minister Stirling Hinchliffe said the region’s residents were now better prepared for disasters and emergencies. “Communities in this region will be even more resilient and better equipped to face natural disasters, and it proves what can happen when local and state governments work in partnership,” Mr Hinchliffe said. “This state-of-the-art complex ensures the Tablelands Regional Council and emergency services officials have a fit-forpurpose facility to coordinate operations in response to emergencies.” The construction was made possible through the Palaszc-

zuk Government’s $60 million 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Subsidies Program (LGGSP) and $2.25 million contributed by the Council. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Minister Craig Crawford said the centre would also become a hub for training and education in areas such as first aid, disaster preparation and recovery, and business continuity. “An added bonus is that through construction, around 14 jobs were estimated to be created or supported, which is a fantastic result for families in the region,” he said. “It is exactly the type of project the LGGSP is designed to help councils deliver and improve liveability.” Tablelands Regional Council Mayor Joe Paronella said the facility would have a positive impact on the region for decades to

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come. “Our community can have even greater confidence in their safety when facing emergency situations,” Mayor Paronella said. “This is an essential facility that provides local disaster management authorities the necessary tools to have far better oversight and coordination for response and recovery efforts, allowing them to act with improved speed and efficiency. “We are proud to partner with the Palaszczuk Government to deliver this facility, which is a wonderful example of what can be achieved when our two tiers of government work together for the community.” The LGGSP is designed to support councils to meet the needs of their community by providing funding for the delivery of priority capital infrastructure projects.

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

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

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Academic excellence celebrated at awards night MAREEBA State High School students and their family and friends converged on the Mareeba International Club last Tuesday to recognise those students who have exemplified academic excellence in 2019. There were plenty of outstanding academic achievers who were recognised on the night; however it was Hannah MacLeod, Dailin Joshua and Alexis Ford who scored arguably the most prestigious awards on the night. Hannah MacLeod continued her exceptional final year of schooling as she followed up her Senior Sportsperson of the Year award at the Sports Presentation Night a week prior to take home the Senior Dux award. Dailin Joshua was named Junior Dux while Alexis Ford was recognised with the Caltex All-rounder award. MSHS Principal Scott Whybird commended the students for their commitment to their academics throughout 2019. “It’s the last year of the current OP syllabus, so it’s going to be interesting to see how the students go when the results come out,” he said. “This year is a smaller co-

Senior Dux Hannah MacLeod and Junior Dux Dailin Joshua.

Caltex All-rounder winner Alexis Ford.

hort, and while it’s been somewhat of a challenging year for the Year 12s, they’ve done very well. “They’re a great group of kids, and that’s the wonderful

thing about living in Mareeba, they definitely step up to the mark and I couldn’t be prouder of their achievements throughout the year.”

Students achievements awarded 2019 Senior Dux Megan Crane.

St Stephen’s Catholic College hosted their annual presentation night last Wednesday at the Mareeba International

club in front of a host of Catholic leaders and educators from across the region. The night saw upwards of

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120 students receiving awards and accolades to commemorate their academic prowess and devotion.

Many students on the night received multiple awards with bursaries and extracurricular awards being presented. There were many standout recipients with the Dux and Runner up Dux being announced, along with Sportsperson of the year and the Rotary ‘All Rounder’ Award. School Captain and award recipient Jake Priestly stood out receiving many awards including Senior Sportsperson of the Year and the Rotary All Rounder. There were five total Sportspersons of the year announced including junior and senior; Ned Donavan was announced Junior Male Sportsperson of the year with Emalina Fogale being the junior female recipient. Tonia-Marie Rantucci was awarded Female Sportsperson of the year while Jake Priestly and Thomas Cuda shared the Male Senior Sportsperson of the year award. The Senior Dux was announced and awarded to Meg-

Caltex All Rounder Jake Priestly.

an Crane while the Runner Up Dux was Mikaela Millard. The night was full of many outstanding awards and

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speeches to recognise the hard work that the students put into their work every day.

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Expresso Your Weekly Horoscopes

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Aries

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March 21 to Apr 20

Any financial limitations will probably have to be dealt with on your own. You should make special plans for you and your lover. Your romantic inclination should lead to a committed relation ship.

Taurus

Wednesday 6th

Thursday 7th

Friday 8th

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Tide Times 0036 0.83 0640 2.19 1223 1.04 1847 2.62

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April 21 to May 21

Scorpio

3. Press the mixture firmly into the base of your prepared tin. 4. For the icing place the cocoa, coconut oil and maple syrup into a small bowl and mix to combine. 5. Spread the icing over your slice (it will be a thin layer) and sprinkle over the desiccated coconut. Place the slice in the fridge or freezer to set and to store.

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Sept 24 to Oct 23

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Anniversary Celebrate

Gathering

Sweet

Disruptions may set you back, but you’re strong, and in the end the choices you make will be favorable. Don’t get involved in other people’s private doings. Work quietly behind the scenes. Stress may cause minor health ailments.

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Nov 23 to Dec 21

They will not be in the right frame of mind to put up with tactless comments. Matters pertaining to work must be completed before you leave. Your dramatic nature may be too much to handle.

Capricorn

Puzzle solutions

Dec 22 to Jan 20

Express your interest if you want the relationship to progress. Try not to spend too much on children or entertainment. Your boss may not be in the best of moods this month. Be careful not to reveal private information.

Aquarius

Jan 21 to Feb 19

ACROSS 7. A stretch of salt water separated from the sea by a low sandbank or coral reef. 8. A priest or priestess acting as a medium through whom advice or prophecy was sought from the gods in classical antiquity. 9. The handle of a knife, axe, or spear. 10. The second Calendar month. 11. Especially of a woman or part of her body having an attractive or wellproportioned shape. 13. Male on his wedding day. 15. The fully shaded inner region of a shadow cast by an opaque object. 16. Showing a great deal of variety; very different. 18. Fellow Christians or members of a male religious order. 19. A petty quarrel, especially one between friends or lovers. 21. Equivalent to the sum of six and five. 22. A group of seven people playing music or singing together.

Romance may be better than you ever thought possible. Your temper may get the better of you if a colleague has tried to ruin your reputation. You can develop your creative talents if you take the time to practice your art.

Pisces

Icing: 3 tablespoons cocoa powder 2 tablespoons coconut oil, liquid 1 tablespoon maple syrup 2 tablespoons desiccated coconut

2. Place the Coconut Rough ingredients into your processor and blend at high speed until the mixture resembles a fine, sticky crumb.

June 22 to July 22

Work quietly at your own goals and forget about situations that you can do little about. Don’t make any unreasonable promises. This will be a very hectic day if you’ve made promises to too many people.

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Don’t expect the whole family to be overjoyed. This is a great day to beautify your living quarters or to entertain at home. Romantic opportunities are evident if you get involved in large groups or organizations.

Libra

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You will have a greater involvement in groups; however, they may not be to your advantage. If you’re looking to do something worthwhile, consider volunteer work.

Virgo

Tuesday 12th

Max 30o Min 18o

1. Line a square 18cm tin with baking paper overhanging the sides for easy removal.

May 22 to June 21

Pleasure trips will be a form of healing for your emotional state of mind. Opportunities to get ahead will be evident. You will have an interest in foreigners and their cultures. July 23 to Aug 22 Leo

Monday 11th

3 cups desiccated coconut 1/4 cup cacao or cocoa powder 12 medjool dates 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon coconut cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pinch of salt

You may have the energy to clear up that mound of paperwork facing you. Older relatives may make unreasonable demands. Try not to use emotional blackmail; it will only make matters worse.

Cancer

Max 28o Min 20o

HEALTHY COCONUT ROUGH

You will do well in social settings, and new and interesting individuals may spark a romantic curiosity. This will not be the best day to make changes or renovations to your residence. Home improvement projects will go well.

Gemini

ak e r b a e k a T and relax!

DOWN 1. Facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis. 2. During, relating to, or denoting the period following a surgical operation. 3. On a bridle a simple bit, typically a jointed one, used with a single set of reins. 4. A police officer. 5. A photograph taken by an early photographic process employing an iodinesensitized silvered plate and mercury vapour. 6. Having a striking beauty or splendour. 12. The government of a colony, dependent country, or region by its own citizens. 14. The state of being poorly illuminated. 17. The extreme edge of land before a steep slope or a body or water. 20. A small wingless jumping insect which feeds on the blood of mammals and birds.

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Feb 20 to March 20

You are going through a period of questioning. If you keep busy you won’t feel the personal pressures you are going through.

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ing and features a double-entry horseshoe driveway. Then a second 1.5 acre (approx) paddock; fenced with mesh on 3 sides and a shaded enclosure suitable for horses. The final area is pristine bush land, approximately 4 acres with a seasonal creek at the end boundary. This home is conveniently located being only 5 minutes from Coles, has rubbish collection and the school bus stop is only 200m from the

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AFFORDABLE LIVING IN TOWN

The ultimate in style, space and location Embrace the lifestyle this sophisticated family home offers. Positioned on 1051m2 only five minutes from town it’s very well located in Sunbird Park Estate and the versatile floorplan is generously sized (approx. 286m2) incorporating four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a sizeable living area offering adaptable family living and exceptional entertaining options. It’s a highly desirable home offering cool open spaces, crisp neutral colour schemes and it’s packed with additional quality features including: • Quality built and fully tiled throughout with energy efficient LED lighting • Four generous bedrooms, three with mirrored built-in robes • Master bedroom with ensuite and his and hers shower • Fully split system airconditioned throughout with

cassette air-conditioning in the living area • Massive open plan living area incorporating lounge and dining areas • Superb modern kitchen featuring a large central island bench with breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances including 900mm oven with gas cooktop, canopy rangehood and wide fridge space allowance with water connection point • Laundry with built-in cabinetry • 3kw solar power system with 5kw invertor • Tinted windows and Crim safe security screens throughout • Garage with 1-bay exAddress: Price: Agent: Contact:

tended to 7.4m deep allowing for storage of a boat or lengthy ute • 6m x 4m powered, colourbond shed • Exposed aggregate driveway • Fully fenced and landscaped 1051m2 allotment with double gated side access, attractive Zoyzia turf, auto irrigation on timer and no rear neighbours. If your looking for the perfect modern, family entertainer that will tick all the boxes…. your search ends here. For further information or to arrange a private inspection of this Mareeba home please call exclusive agent 42 Jacana Cl, MAREEBA NOW $422,000 EXCLUSIVE to Joe Torrisi Joe Torrisi Real Estate 0417 700 468

144 ACRES ON THE CAIRNS SIDE

PRICE: NOW $219,000 NEG JOE 0417 700 468 WWW.JOETORRISI.COM.AU

AUCTION ON SITE: 11AM SATURDAY 16TH NOVEMBER 96 -100 Constance St, Mareeba (If not sold prior) 6842M2 (1.69 ACRE) ALLOTMENT IN TOWN CENTRE + HISTORIC 1917 QUEENSLANDER INSPECT: BY APPOINTMENT AND FROM 9.30AM ON AUCTION DAY CONTACT: JOE TORRISI 0417 700 468

89 ACRES OVERLOOKING THE BARRON

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

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

PRICE: $1,090,000 NEG

PRICE: $970,000 NEG

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Joe Torrisi on 0417 700 468.

• 3 BEDROOMS WITH UPDATED KITCHEN & BATHROOM • SIZEABLE INTERIOR + POLISHED TIMBER FLOORS • NEW ROOF, STEEL STUMPS, SLIDING WINDOWS & S/SCREENS • 809M2 FENCED BLOCK + SIDE ACCESS & SHED/GARAGE

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property

Panoramic views across Country Road Estate

If low-maintenance lifestyle with picture perfect views is on your radar, then an inspection of this brand new elevated home in Country Road Estate is a must. Good-looking and spacious both inside and out, and catering to lifestyle conveni-

ence - this newly built residence is perfectly positioned to take advantage of the rural lifestyle aspect, with the convenience of being close to town! With a picturesque outlook and three spacious bedrooms, this home has been designed with lifestyle

The home is fully security screened and the living area is serviced by a large reverse cycle air conditioner. The main bedroom is positioned to take advantage of the outlook and features reverse cycle split system air conditioning, a generous ensuite and

living in mind and is well positioned to take advantage of the natural breezes on offer. The galley style kitchen adjoins the open plan living and dining area and makes way for quick and easy access to the outdoor area overlooking the dam.

spacious WIR. Outside there is plenty of available space to build a shed or a swimming pool in the back yard. Property features include: • Panoramic views across Country Road Estate • Open plan living and dining with air-conditioning • Modern kitchen with island bench and complimentary tiled splash-back • Generous bedroom sizes with built-in robes and ceiling fans • Tiled throughout with a neutral colour scheme • Security screens and Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

doors with window locks • Water views from the outdoor patio overlooking the dam • Wireless NBN connected • 3.5kw solar power system installed Seize this opportunity to invest in your future and enjoy all the features that this wonderful home has to offer. For more information and for a private inspection of this property, please contact Mareeba Property Office today on 4092 1355.

Lot 7 Country Road, MAREEBA Offers Above $399,000 Mareeba Property Office 4092 1355

ACREAGE WITH HOUSE & SHED, CAIRNS SIDE • Elevated 5ha hilltop location, breezes, mountain views • 3 bed, 1 bath cottage-style home, wide front patio • Approx. 290m2 shed with power & concrete floor • Volcanic soils, 16 ML water allocation, orchard

$475,000 OPEN HOME: THIS FRIDAY 1ST NOVEMBER 10.00 - 10.45AM, UNIT 2/5 SMALLWOOD ST, MAREEBA

OPEN HOME: THIS SATURDAY 2ND NOVEMBER 12.00 NOON - 12.45PM, 9 BROWN STREET, MAREEBA

MUST SEE AFFORDABLE UNIT

LARGE 3 BEDROOM HOME

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

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

Price: $189,000 Neg

Price: $215,000 Neg

Exclusive Agent John Goncalves For Inspections 0407 690 961

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Thinking about selling?

MAREEBA REAL ESTATE AGENCIES R FO

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EXCLUSIVE John Falvo 0408 456 344 | 4092 1355 Connecting People and Property | www.mpo.net.au

Mareeba Property Office invites

FORMAL OFFERS TO PURCHASE THE MAREEBA RSL OFFERS CLOSE 4.00PM THURSDAY 14 NOVEMBER, 2019 Land area 3383m2 Approx. floor space 2526m2

3 BEDROOM UNIT

• UNFURNISHED • WALKING DISTANCE TO CBD & COLES • COMBINED KITCHEN, DINING & LOUNGE • AIRCONDITIONED • 1 BATHROOM & TOILET • TILED THROUGHOUT

INSPECTION TIMES BY APPOINTMENT

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$300 PER WEEK

(SEE WEBSITE UNDER RENTALS: UNIT082)

PHONE: 4092 1556 7 Hort Street, Mareeba

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EXCLUSIVE John Falvo 0408 456 344 Damon Falvo 0400 789 714 Connecting People and Property | www.mpo.net.au

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property Close to town with pool and shed price reduced!

Value packed on a beer budget. Ticking all the boxes, this home is a must to see for those looking for tremendous value on a budget. Truly satisfying your needs and wants, the home has been tastefully updated with

a fresh repaint throughout. This home is welcoming and inviting with high ceiling and classic Queensland style feel with a large open plan living and dining area with functional kitchen. Features include...

• Freshly painted inside • Three large bedrooms • Office • Open plan lounge and Dining • Utility room • Bathroom with tub • Separate Toilet

• Extra storage space Call exclusive agent Aurelia Rogato for more information or drop into The Pink Building - Rogato Real Estate office on Byrnes St, Mareeba.

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6 Kearney St, MAREEBA REDUCED to $239,000 NEG Aurelia Rogato Rogato Real Estate 0418 183 555

RURAL SETTING OPPORTUNITY LAND WITH SHED! • 4,632 sqm, Approx • 7m x 7m Shed • Town Water • Power • Curb And Chanelling • Gully At The Rear Of The Block

Aurelia 0418 183 555

4092 5255

For rent – furnished home

THREE bedroom furnished timber home, combined kitchen, dining and lounge room, entertainment and laundry area, front spacious veranda, one bathroom, two toilets, garage, walking distance to CBD, school and sports facilities, outdoor pets only. For rent at $350 per week Address: Price: Agent: Contact:

– see website-rh1004 under rentals. Inspection times by appointment.

Contact Mareeba Real Estate Agencies on 4092 1556, Lynette on 0427 153 868 or Mark on 0428 121 520. Visit www.mareeba4880realestate.com.au MAREEBA FOR RENT $360 P/W Mareeba Real Estate Agencies 4092 1556

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THIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO RENOVATE AND PROFIT!

• Large Open Plan Living • Large Patio • 3 Bay Shed • Fully Fenced • Rear Access

ID#1997640 - $205,000 NEG Aurelia 0418 183 555

4092 5255

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INDEX

business A Air Conditioning & Refrigeration B Blinds C

DIRECTORY

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CLASSIfieds phone us: 4092 3464

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For Sale

Skip Bins

Car Boot Sale

Position Vacant

Commercial Investment Opportunity

SKIP BINS AVAILABLE

CAR BOOT SALE

QCWA Dimbulah

The Kuranda Hotel (Bottom Pub) is seeking

Church Notices Presbyterians continue to meet in Mareeba for worship each Sunday 10am, QCWA Hall, Wilkes St (behind Meals on Wheels) ~ All Welcome! Sunday 10 nOVEMBER, 2019 REMEMBRanCE day OBSERVanCE. cURRENT AND EX-SERVIcE ME AND WOMEN ARE WELcOME TO WEAR THEIR UNIFORMS AND MEDALS.

“Bless the Lord your God for the good land which He has given you.” (Deuteronomy 8:10)

Do you know? That Christians have committed the most inhuman atrocities in the name of God, in the name of Jesus Christ, and in the name of the Bible. The fact that christians have been able and are still able to perpetrate the most shocking brutalities again and again with a clear conscience and a detailed theological alibi. A very extensive catalogue of sins have been committed throughout history by the churches. Phone 4092 7761

Thanks to St. Jude for prayers answered.

Memoriam

Pets For Sale Handraised birds for sale - green cheek and pineapple conures. Ph 0408 747 023.

ALL SIZES PHONE 4095 5182

Work in a vibrant multi-cultural tourist environment with predominantly day-time shifts. Chefs, Cooks, Kitchen Hands and Bar Staff are all welcome to apply! Please forward your resume to: brad@fig-gts.com

Butcher

Earthmoving

Wanted

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

DOZER

Wanted! A Queenslander House! Don’t demolish it!

PRICE REDUCED: $245,000 ONO

Contact Owner for more information 0409 321 920

MULCH

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AMBROSE PL, TOLGA Unit 2/125 Tate Rd 3 bedrooms, large rear patio and 3m x 4m workshop. Open Inspections Saturdays 11am-12pm PRIVATE SALE P: 0419 319 498

Public Notice

Funeral

FOR HIRE & FOR SALE

0484 138 859

DEBBIE BOARDMAN

For Rent

Funeral Celebrant Final farewells with respect. Phone 0410 328 357

AGM NOTICE

“When many thoughts go back, As they always do, We always treasure the memories, That we have of you”

Sadly missed by your loving husband Antonio Macri and family. Advertising works. Call us on 4092 3464.

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Funeral Notice PARISE, Luigino “Lui”

Late of Mareeba. Formally Fagnano Castello, Calabria, Italy. Passed away peacefully on Sunday 27th of October, 2019. Aged 66 Years. Loved Husband of Maria Teresa. Loving Father & Father In-Law of Rosanna & Ray Hetherington. Adored Nonno & Bis Nonno of Stephanie & Ashley, Jessica, William Rylann & Chancey. Beloved Son & Son-In-Law of Francesco & Maria (Dec), Italy. Quinto & Vanda (Dec). Brother & Brother-In-Law of Giovanna & Salvatore (Dec) & Family, France. Pompea & Vincenzo Cipolla & Family. Rita & Antonio Ius & Family. Giuseppina & Orazio Musumeci & Family. Mario Parise & Family. Antonio & Macolata & Family, Italy. Natalina & Natale & Family, Italy. Franca Zuvela (Dec) & Family. Joseph (Tino) Tonizzo. Relatives & Friends of “LUI” are respectfully invited to attend his Funeral Service which is to be held at St Thomas’s Catholic Church, Constance Street, Mareeba on Friday the 8th of November, 2019 commencing at 11.00am. At the conclusion of the Service a cortege will proceed to the Mareeba Cemetery Mausoleum Wall, Vaughan Street, Mareeba. In Lieu of Flowers, donations to the Cancer Council would be appreciated. A Donation Box will be available at the service.

Guilfoyle Funeral Services

The Mareeba District Rodeo Association Inc. Annual General Meeting will be held on: Monday 25th November, 2019 At Bronc Bar, Kerribee Park Starting at 7pm Enquires please contact Lee-Anne Phone: (07)4092 1583 Email: info@mareebarodeo.com.au

DATE CLAIMER ChAngE of DATE MAREEbA Meals on Wheels

A.g.M.

Will be held at Mareeba Leagues Club on Monday 11th november, 2019 At 6.15pm Join us after for our Xmas breakup dinner!

Jeweller Brett Thompson Jeweller. Watch batteries and jewellery repairs. Ph 0437 800 892. sell your unwanted goods in The Express. Ph 4092 3464 or email admin@ theexpressnewspaper. com.au

The Express collects personal information to assist us in providing goods and services which you have requested to process competition entries, giveaways and to improve our products and services to you. We may be in touch by phone, mail, fax or internet to inform you of any services and promotions which may be of interest. If you would prefer us not to do so, please write to us at: The Express, Po Box 2243, Mareeba QlD. 4880 Access to your personal information can be obtained by calling (07) 4092 3464.

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Chapels, Crematorium & Memorial Gardens

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Local Family Owned & “Entrusted for over 70 years”

don, Forsayth, Einsleigh, Karumba, Georgetown,

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ENERGETIC, FRIENDLY STAFF

Saturday 23rd November 8.00am to 12 noon SANTA PHOTO OPPORTUNITY! Cnr Brickley & Stephens Streets, Dimbulah

Large house for rent, Springs Road, Mareeba. Ph 0417 797 343.

Who passed away on the 5/11/86

4pm Friday prior to the next week’s publication

Located 13 & 13A Hort Street, Mareeba 2 shops for sale, fabulous tenants, leases in place.

In loving memory of FILOMENA MACRI

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Cairns, Mossman, Port Douglas and many more in between!

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We are after a Queenslander house that you want to be removed or sell. We will relocate it to our block in Kuranda. Willing to pay a reasonable price depending on the condition of the house. Don’t waste money on demolition!

Please call Toshi Sakamoto: 0450314192 or toshiharu3@hotmail.com

Pets

Adopt-A-Pet

Boats BOAT & JETSKI LICENCES ~~~ MOST DAYS ~~~

TEL: 0404 545 848 www.boatlicencecairns.com

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add CoLour!!

Hi Everyone, My name is Zeus. I was found wandering but never reclaimed. I am a good boy who is a real favourite at the refuge. Meet me at the refuge or phone 4092 3060 for more information.

Contact the refuge on 4092 3060 Hickling Avenue, Mareeba

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What’s Coming Up? NOVEMBER

10th Atherton Lions Club Indoor Markets - Merriland Hall, Atherton Show Grounds, 7am - 12 noon. 23rd QCWA Dimbulah Car Boot Sale - 8am to 12 noon. Santa photo Opportunity. Cnr Brickley & Stephens Streets, Dimbulah.

WEEKLY, FORTNIGHTLY & MONTHLY EVENTS > Q.C.W.A Mareeba Bingo every Thursday from 9am at the Q.C.W.A Hall, Wilkes St, Mareeba. > Q.C.W.A Aerial Outpost Branch Craft Day. 4th Wednesday of the month 9am. 15 Wilson St, Mareeba. > Mareeba Lioness Club Monthly Seniors Bingo and free morning tea is held 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Mareeba CWA Hall starting at 9am. > Q.C.W.A Mareeba self help craft, cards and social morning every Wednesday of the month. 9am at the Q.C.W.A Hall, Wilkes St, Mareeba. > PCYC Seniors Social Club meets for morning tea, outings, trivia and games every Tuesday from 9.30am at the PCYC Hall, 136 Walsh St Mareeba. > Uniting Church Markets every Friday (hall near Target) 8.30am to 12noon and Saturday 4th August cheap book sale 8am-4pm. > St George’s Church Indoor Bowls Tuesday’s at 1pm at St George’s Hall at 53 Constance St, Mareeba. > Al-Anon Family Groups - Atherton and Yungaburra. Ph 1300 252 666. > Mareeba & District Orchid & Pot Plant Society - Monthly meeting held on second Saturday of each month, (except December), at Mareeba CWA Hall, Dempster Street, Mareeba. Meetings start at 2 p.m. All welcome. > Mareeba Rugby League Club - Bingo at Mareeba Leagues Club - Doyle St, Mareeba, Friday mornings from 8.30am. > Mareeba Barefoot Bowls - Tuesday Nights - Mareeba Bowls Club, 6pm Sausage Sizzle, 6.30pm Bowls start. $12/ player > Mareeba Ukulele Group - Meets every Thursday between 3:00pm and 5:30pm at QCWA Hall in Wilkes Street Mareeba.

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EXPRESS SPORT PORT Meet the players...

Jake Bombardieri

Who is your favourite cricket player? Pat Cummings. What do you like to do before a game to get prepared? Warm ups. What’s your favourite part in playing cricket? Batting. What is your Favourite food? Gnocchi. Members of the Mareeba Old Players and Supporters (MOPS) group gifted Mareeba’s Darcy Adams with a framed photo which features ex-State of Origin Queensland captains. Darcy has been an integral member of Mareeba Gladiators rugby league club in 2019, as he acted as the club’s ball-boy in all of the senior home games this season.

Breaking down barriers through rugby league MENTAL health is an issue which impacts people of all ages, which is why the Mareeba Gladiators in conjunction with Queensland Rugby League are making such a concerted effort to help individuals identify and manage their emotional and mental wellbeing in their youth. Last Wednesday saw teenagers between ages 13-17 attend an interactive rugby league workshop that incorporated key messages surrounding mental health, all in an attempt to display how

crucial a role the camaraderie and discipline required in rugby league can play in steeling your mental health. “I provide wellbeing support for players and staff off the field,” Queensland Rugby League Wellbeing and Education Manager Robert Hall said. “The message of my session is about getting in early and looking after your mindset before it becomes an issue. “Looking after your mental health and wellbeing isn’t about

waiting until something pops up, it’s about what things we can do to look after ourselves in life in general to ensure a problem doesn’t arise down the line. “Regarding rugby league specifically, we’re starting to understand more and more the impact mental health problems can have on your performance on the field too. “So, this session is also important in that it implores to the players that just like missing a game through an injured

hamstring or knee, you also can speak up and say you’re not right to train or play because of your state of mind. “The confidence required to say that by a player or staff member goes a long way towards breaking down that stigma we so often see with mental health.” In addition to the event held last week, Headspace is hosting a mental health workshop at the Mareeba Leagues Club today (Wednesday) from 4pm-6pm. Anyone is welcome to attend.

Weekend club results

Mareeba Rifle Club The Mareeba Rifle Club shot a 2 X 500yd comp. on Sunday the 3rd November 2019. The conditions were quite good. F Open: T. Salmon (Mareeba): (10/11): 60.3; 61.1 – 121.4. TR: S. Durham (Mareeba): (10/11): 48.2; 53.6 – 101.8. Jim HardingSmith (Mareeba): (10/11): 47.4; 50.4 – 97.8. M. Beecham (Mareeba): (10/11):45.1; 54.5 – 99.6 D. Ford (Mareeba):(10/11): 50.5; 53.5 – 103.10.

Househam 104.3. Sunday, November 10: Double 600 yards. 9am muster, 9.30am start.

RAVENSHOE/MT GARNET RIFLE CLUB November 3: Results of double 600 yards on a sunny Sunday morning with light switching winds and mirage: Field Rifle – J. Anderson 91.4. F Standard – L. Wilson 117.8, M. Wilson 105.2, D. Holden 98. F/TR – C. Allman 116.6, B. Gianasi 112.6, J.

MAREEBA GOLF CLUB Results for week ending 03.11.2019: Robbie Broardbear played his best round for the year on Saturday to win the Mens Monthly medal with a great score of 66 net. Returning club member Debbie Harvey celebrated her return to the club by taking out the Ladies event with a very credita-

MAREEBA TENNIS Tues. 7pm social tennis Crazy time result: Red wings d Great Northerns 7-. Mid-week night fixtures Div. 2 Russell d Vero 50-46, Roy d Dan 53-43, Allan d Phil 52-44, Div. 1. Alf d Mark 34-21, Callum d James 40-14, Carl d Gavin 33-23. Winner of the frog: 31st Oct Terry.

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ble 70 net. Welcome back to Enid Leonard who has returned from her winter sabbatical at Borroloola. Mens A, B and C Grades travel to Atherton next Sunday to take on Half Moon Bay in FNQGA pennants. The A Grade are guaranteed a place in the Finals series and the C Grade needs a good result to progress. Good luck all. Thursday 31 October 9 Hole Single Stableford, Winner Frank Baldwin (21 ocb) Runner Up Michael Deguara (21), Pin Shot No8 Wez Firth No 13 Ken Flood. Saturday 2 November Monthly Medal Mens Winner Robbie Broardbear (66) Runner Up Kenny Flood (67), Ladies Winner Debbie Harvey (70) Runner up Jacqui Lambert (71). Pin Shots No 4 Gavin Smith No 8 Lui Dezen No 11 Ken Baker No 13 Elso Iuretigh, Sunday 3 November Medley 18 Hole Stableford.

Winne Peter Johnston Runner Up Ken Flood. Pin Shot No 4 Ken Flood.

ATHERTON SHOOTING Atherton Sunday 3rd November at 400 metres on a fine day with slight winds. “F” Open: John Todd 108.0. Field Rifle Peter White 116.6, Jason Spero 83. “F” Standard Lloyd Sawtell 118.4, Steve Barkworth 106.2, Tom Murray 99.2. Ravenshoe Sporting Shooters Standard Pistol: Gordon 474.1, Bob 420.1 (red dot sight),Ken 383, Miriam 368.1, Mel 121. .303/Service Rifle: J. Anderson 231.6, M. Roach 209.1, P. Padgett 208.4, J. Delacey 197.2, M. Ahern 186.2, W. Hose 186.1, N. Roach 160.1, J. Norman 159.

Brendan Falvo

Who is your favourite cricket player? Alex Carey. What do you like to do before a game to get prepared? Warm ups. What’s your favourite part in playing cricket? Batting. What is your Favourite food? Pizza.

Weekend cricket wrap

IN what was a busy weekend for Mareeba Cricket the Duesburys and Curcios Tier 3 team took on Innisfail with a nice win – Innisfail was all out for 71. Jole Muccignat, Jamie curcio, Anthony Simonato, Ryan Jaszczyszyn, Phil Cleall and Jake Bombardieri all took a wicket each and Jamie Curcio took two nice catches. Mareeba finished on 83 with Phil Cleall topped scoring on 36. The Peter Roy Photography

and Hansen Ford 3rds played United and had them all out for 87 with Leonard Hodges taking 4 wickets and Mitchell Pattersen taking 3 wickets. Ben Jones and Brendan Payne also took a wicket each. Mareeba finished on 136 with Brendan Payne top scoring on 61. The game balls for the day were kindly donated by the Bob Fabris Trust and LM Engineering.

Tae Kwon Do call to action Regional Master Instructor and Chief Examiner Gennaro Arena is putting a call to action for people to come and learn fun, fitness and self-defence at Mareeba Rhee Tae Kwon Do. Arena is especially targeting women to come and learn how to defend themselves in a safe and controlled environment and

help people to understand the importance of self-defence in the modern world For those interested in taking up Rhee Tae Kwon Do, the classes are held at the Mareeba PCYC Hall on Monday and Thursday nights from 6:30pm to 7:30pm.

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EXPRESS SPORT PORT

Pure entertainment at bullride

THE Mungalli Creek Dairy Stadium was abuzz with excitement on Saturday night as it played host to the Great Northern Bullriding Series. A record crowd was on hand to witness some of the region’s best riders challenge themselves against some of the most ferocious bulls on the Northern Bullriding Series circuit. Whilst there were some stand-out rides from the night, the bulls appeared to get the better of the riders on multiple occasions as a number of the competitors failed to reach the 8 second mark which constitutes a successful ride. Below are some photos by Peter Roy and Darryl Day from the action-packed night... A full house on hand to catch the action.

The nights champion bullrider Raymond Provost

Photos Peter Roy and Darryl Day

Mareeba entertainer Jeremy Fletcher.

Mini bullriding winner Travis Kollatah, of Mareeba The bullriding action was top class

The bulls were at their bucking best

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Herberton’s Cherie Bramich

Another bullrider hits the dirt

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Atherton Roosters under 18 player Jimmy Waters one of the 25 bullriders who competed.

get set for a summer of fun!

SUMMER 6-A-SIDE FOOTBALL & A WHOLE LOT A FUN!

GAME NIGHTS! Come along & join in the fun

WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY NIGHT’S FROM 7PM FOR GAME TIMES & MORE INFO VISIT FACEBOOK – Mareeba United Football Club - Social 6-a-side competition PAGE 22 The Express, Wednesday, November 6, 2019

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EXPRESS SPORT PORT

Get ready to fish

BARRA READY: Clint Zaicz Tableland Hardware Manager Atherton, Warwick Lyndon TFSS Governor, Ben Tunsted Champion Angler 2018 and Thomas Tiepner Remote Operations Manager.

Lake Tinaroo stocked with the iconic Australian fish for annual Barra Bash Tinaroo Dam is set to come alive this weekend with the annual Barra Bash hitting the lake. The massive weekend attracts anglers from all across the region for a chance at the huge prizes that are up for grabs, with the main prize being a lump sum of $10,000 cash. The three day competition kicks off this Friday November

8 and continues until Sunday November 10. The catch and release competition has only risen in popularity since 1990 when the event was first introduced. All catches must be recorded via the ‘Track my Fish’ App which allows officials to see and judge the catches in real time, allowing a much easier and smoother competition.

Event Coordinator Ann Leighton and the committe have been working non-stop in the past six months to ensure a wonderful and successful 2019 Barra Bash. Laurie Wright from the Tableland Fish Stocking Society is excited for this year’s event and hopes to see many people out on the water.

numerous sponsors from all over the Tablelands this event could not go ahead.” With Lake Tinaroo boasting 19 world record sized barramundi (as of March 2019), it makes the perfect hunting ground for anglers looking to test their lines. Registrations begin at 3pm on the Friday with fishing start-

“There have been quite a few online registrations and from previous Barra Bash’s we are expecting anywhere from 500 to 700 nominations,” he said. “With more than 100,000 barramundi fingerlings being stocked in the lake over the past four years this year’s Barra Bash should see plenty of fish caught. “Without the support of the

ing from 6pm and ending at 8.30am on Sunday. Presentations for the weekend will then start at 12 noon Nomination forms are available at Atherton Tackle and Bait and online via Try Booking links a www.tinaroobarrabash. com.au. With perfect weather and a dam full of fish make you to Tinaroo this weekend.

Mareeba United Football Club Former Mareeba Gladiators player Ben Lui returned home to Vanuatu recently and will resume playing rugby league for Port Vila Powerhouse Rugby League. As a gratitude of their thanks, the Mareeba Gladiators provided Ben and his Port Vila club with a medical waist bag and junior rugby league shorts.

Mareeba United Football Club

PRESENTATION NIGHT 2019

SATURDAY 16TH NOVEMBER 6.30PM DRESS: SEMI-FORMAL

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Claude Cater Mensland Byrnes St, Mareeba

$30 Players $35 Supporters

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›› 18 TOYOTA HILUX 4X2 WORKMATE: Alloy tray, seat covers, dash mat, only 10,200 kilometres, balance of new warranty ........................................................................ $20,990 ›› 15 TOYOTA FORTUNER GXL 4X4 7 SEATER WAGON: Turbo diesel auto, nudge bar, tinting, 6 months rego, 12 months warranty .............................................................. $36,990 ›› 14 TOYOTA PRADO GXL WAGON: Comp 1/15, turbo diesel, tow bar, one owner, 12 months warrenty ............................................................................................................ $43,490 ›› 14 FORD RANGER XLT DUAL CAB: 3.2 litre turbo diesel auto, steel bull bar, tow bar, tonneau cover, 75,000 kilometres, 6 months rego, 12 months warranty ............$35,990 ›› 14 FORD FIESTA S HATCH: Manual, alloys, low kilometres, partial leather seats, 12 months warranty ......................................................................................... $10,990 ›› 13 FORD KUGA TREND SUV: AWD turbo diesel automatic, light bar, alloys, cruise control, rear parking sensors, low kilometres, 12 months warranty........................... $16,490 ›› 13 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER GXL UTILITY: Steel tray, steel bull bar, side rails, tow bar, 12 months warranty .............................................................................................. $49,990 ›› 13 TOYOTA COROLLA SPORTS HATCH: Build 11/12, manual, alloys, reverse camera, 12 months warranty....................................................................................................$12,990

 13 Mazda BT50 GT 4x4 Auto Dual Cab.............................................................$29,950  14 Mazda BT50 XT 4x4 Auto Single Cab ......................................................... $26,950 SOLD  12 Mazda BT50 XT 4x4 Manual Dual Cab ........................................................ $24,950 SOLD  13 Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R 4x4 Manual Dual Cab ............................................ $23,950 SOLD  14 Suzuki Grand Vitara Auto Wagon ................................................................. $19,950 SOLD  17 Mitsubishi Lancer Black Edition Auto Sedan ................................................$18,950  14 Mitsubishi Triton GLX 4x4 Manual Dual Cab .................................................$18,950  11 Mitsubishi Triton GL-R 4x4 Manual Dual Cab ................................................$12,950  13 Nissan Navara D22 4x2 Manual Single Cab .................................................$12,950 SOLD  14 Nissan Pulsar ST Auto Hatch ....................................................................... $11,950  12 Nissan Dualis ST Auto Wagon ...................................................................... $11,950 SOLD  12 Toyota Yaris ZR Manual Hatch........................................................................ $9,950  12 Nissan Tiida ST Auto Hatch ............................................................................$8,950  08 Subaru Liberty Auto Sedan ............................................................................$8,950  09 Hyundai i30 CW Auto Wagon, Very Low Kilometres ...................................... $6,950  01 Nissan Pulsar LX Manual Sedan ....................................................................$4,950  08 Toyota Corolla Ascent Auto Sedan...................................................COMING SOON  14 Toyota Corolla Ascent Auto Hatch ....................................................COMING SOON  10 Toyota Camry Touring Auto Sedan ...................................................COMING SOON  04 Holden Rodeo DX 4x4 Manual Single Cab .......................................COMING SOON  16 Honda Jazz VTi Auto Hatch .............................................................COMING SOON  13 Mitsubishi Pajero VRX 4x4 Wagon ...................................................COMING SOON  09 Hyundai Getz Manual Hatch ............................................................COMING SOON SOLD  08 Mitsubishi 380 SX Auto Sedan .........................................................COMING SOON SOLD  10 Mazda 2 Neo Auto Hatch .................................................................COMING SOON SOLD  16 Mazda BT50 XTR 4x4 Auto Dual Cab ..............................................COMING SOON  15 Mazda CX-3 Maxx FWD Auto Hatch ................................................COMING SOON  12 Holden Barina CD Auto Sedan .........................................................COMING SOON  08 Mazda 2 Maxx Manual Hatch ..........................................................COMING SOON SOLD

WARRANTY AVAILABLE ON ALL USED VEHICLES* - ENQUIRE TODAY!

*All prices inclusive of Government Statutory Charges. No statutory warranty on vehicles over 10 years old or 160,000 kilometres.

COMPETITIVE FINANCE AND INSURANCE AVAILABLE

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›› 16 TOYOTA HILUX 4X4 DUAL CAB

Prices include government transfers, stamp duty and registration.

HANSEN FORD Andrew Ford: 0417 633 002 - Claude Formoso: 0477 229 949 279 Byrnes St, Mareeba - 4092 9400 - www.hansenford.com.au

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 19 SUBARU XV 2.0i-L: CVT AWD hatch, 900 kilometres, eyesight driver assist with lane sway and departure warning, adaptive cruise control, apple car play and android connect, balance of 5 year warranty ............................................................. $32,990  19 SUBARU OUTBACK 2.5i: Premium CVT AWD wagon, ex-company demo, travelled 2,900 kilometres, luxury vehicle with leather seats, sat-nav & camera, Eyesight Driver Assist, genuine accessory pack included, balance of factory warranty ......................................... $41,990  19 SUZUKI SWIFT SPORT: 1.4 litre turbo auto 5 door hatch, sport tuned suspension, 17” sport wheels, sport style seats, adaptive cruise control, sat-nav, 2,600 kilometres ....... $27,490  18 NISSAN X-TRAIL ST-L: 2.5 litre CVT 2WD 5 seat wagon, luxury leather seats, sat-nav with all round view cameras, 1450 kilometres ..................................................... $33,960

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USED CARS IN STOCK  15 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5i-L: Special edition CVT AWD wagon, travelled 48,290 kilometres, leather seats, push button start, reverse camera, one careful owner, full service history, immaculate condition ........................................................................ $26,990  17 NISSAN X-TRAIL ST: 2.5 litre CVT 4x4 wagon, travelled 71,500 kilometres, reverse camera, sold and serviced by us, excellent vehicle ............................................... $24,690  18 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5i-L: Special edition CVT AWD wagon, travelled 58,200 kilometres, sat-nav, reverse camera, excellent service history, balance of factory warranty applies ................................................................................. $28,990  12 MAZDA 3 NEO: 2.0 litre manual sedan, travelled 93,000 kilometres, alloy wheels and boot lip spoiler, window tint, top condition .............................................. $10,990  16 NISSAN X-TRAIL ST: 2.5 litre CVT 4x4 wagon, travelled 89,000 kilometres, local vehicle in good condition, reverse camera ............................................................... $22,490

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FREE ATV SHARK HELMET VALUED AT $249 RRP

NOW $10,890 RIDE AWAY

COMING SOON!  15 HYUNDAI i-MAX: 2.5 litre diesel turbo auto 8 seat van.  18 SUZUKI BALENO GL: 1.4 litre auto 5 door hatch, low kilometres.  13 NISSAN NAVARA D22 DX: 2.5 litre turbo diesel manual 4x2 single cab.  16 SUBARU OUTBACK: 2.0 litre diesel turbo premium CVT AWD wagon.

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