The Truth About Local Councils
The Truth About Local Councils Local councils (like Mareeba Shire Council) are not part of…
The Truth About Local Councils
The Truth About Local Councils Local councils (like Mareeba Shire Council) are not part of the Australian government, despite what they claim. Here’s why: What This Means for You Conclusion: Time to Wake Up & Take Action The facts are clear: local councils like Mareeba Shire are not lawful government bodies. They exist because politicians…
Anne Leahy’s Silence Speaks Volumes – And It’s Costing YOU $150,000
Remember the two referendums (1974 and 1988) where Australians rejected the idea of local councils becoming the third tier of government? That’s because councils exist to serve us—not to waste our money on political games. Yet here we are. Mareeba Shire CEO Peter Franks is forcing a $150,000 (?) postal by-election—YOUR money—just to block Mladen…
The Mareeba Express – ‘Delivering news across our region’…
Mareeba Shire Deserves Better! Wednesday 19th March 2025 Front Page – Phone a Friend? While Mareeba Shire faces critical issues that demand urgent attention, the Mareeba Express has once again proven itself to be nothing more than a disappointing rag. As previously stated, if a nuclear bomb went off in Mareeba, you’d probably find the…
Vote 1 Mladen Bosnic – because it’s the RIGHT thing to do!
The administrators of the Mareeba Noticeboard (Community Page) claim to support free speech, but their actions tell a different story. It seems free speech only matters when it aligns with the Council’s narrative. Over the past few months, every article I’ve shared about Mareeba Shire Council has been either removed or rejected—under the direct instructions…
Attention Ratepayers of Mareeba Shire: Your Voice is Being Silenced
Aidan is a friend and one of the good ones. What’s happening to him is part of a broader push to silence those who speak out. Across the country, we’re seeing attempts to shut down debate and suppress anyone who challenges the status quo. It won’t be long before more voices raising concerns are silenced. Stand up now, or there may be no one left to speak.
Kuranda Paper Monthly Wrap – March 2025
Through the looking glass…28 pages this month and as usual, our comments are in italics. Page 1 – By-election Proposal – A Controversial Decision? You don’t say? Whoever wrote this (no one wants to take responsibility for it – much like the front page advertorials every week in the Mareeba Express) seems to have just…
Mareeba Express – By-election Furure (‘Delivering News Across Our Region’)
Wednesday, 19th February 2025 – Page 3By Andree Stephens This is our take. If a nuclear explosion rocked Mareeba Shire, it still wouldn’t make the front page of this paper. But what did make headlines—or rather, page 3—was the Mareeba Shire Council’s controversial decision to hold a costly by-election instead of appointing the next candidate…
Responses – Bree James/Premiers Office
17th February 2025 Dear Mark, Thank you for your email regarding the crime issues in Kuranda. I am truly sorry to hear you have gone through such terrifying experiences. On behalf of Ms James I would like to formally acknowledge your concerns and assure you this is a strong focus for her.Please find attached letter from…
Email to Bree James – Member for Barron River, Assistant Minister for Tourism, Early Learning, Creative Industries and Far North Queensland
13th February 2025 The Honourable Bree James Member for Barron River, Assistant Minister for Tourism, Early Learning and Creative Industries and Far North Queensland Tenancy 2.22 Chelsea LaneREDLYNCH QLD 4870 Email: Barron.River@parliament.qld.gov.au Subject: Urgent Call for Action: Addressing Longstanding Issues in Kuranda Dear Assistant Minister, I am writing to you with a sense of urgency…
Email to Ann Leahy – Minister for Local Government and Water and Minister for Fire, Disaster Recovery and Volunteers
11th February 2025 The Honourable Ann Leahy MP Minister for Local Government and Water and Minister for Fire, Disaster Recovery and Volunteers 1 William Street BRISBANE QLD 4000 Email: lgwv@ministerial.qld.gov.au Subject: Urgent Concern Regarding Mareeba Shire Council’s Decision to Hold a Costly and Unnecessary By-Election Dear Minister, I write to you with deep concern regarding…
