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Please call 1800 070 535 Saturday & Sunday 7:00am – 11:30am (AEST) Councillor Rhiannon Brinsmead was elected to Tweed Shire Council in 2021 Cr Brinsmead was born in the Tweed Hospital spent her childhood between the beach in Pottsville and on the family farm in Crabbes Creek and currently resides in one of the Tweed’s glorious coastal towns with her children and ragdoll cat With qualifications in early childhood education Cr Brinsmead is currently completing a Degree in Law and the Company Director’s course at the Australian Institute of Company Directors is a Justice of the Peace and is a small business owner and operator A Rotary Club member and the Secretary of Business Kingscliff Cr Brinsmead loves to soak up the Tweed lifestyle swimming at the shire’s creeks and beaches “I always strive to be a strong voice and advocate for our entire community on the matters and issues that are important to them I’m passionate about the Tweed’s youth and their ability to access jobs and recreation activities in the local area Growth is inevitable and it is important to provide jobs and housing without compromising the region’s natural beauty and appeal As a born and bred local it’s important to me that I collaborate with all Councillors to find the balance between development and maintaining our unique lifestyle and identity We should all be advocates for the environment as we deal with a growing population due to many people relocating to the area to experience all the Tweed has to offer”.  View all contact details View all our social media channels We wish to acknowledge the Ngandowal and Minyungbal speaking people of the Bundjalung Country Tul-gi-gin and Moorung – Moobah clans as being the traditional owners and custodians of the land and waters within the Tweed Shire boundaries We also acknowledge and respect the Tweed Aboriginal community’s right to speak for its Country and to care for its traditional Country in accordance with its lore Council will conduct its annual live siren testing in the areas of Redlynch Brinsmead and Freshwater on Saturday 19 October between 10am and midday all nine Outdoor Warning Stations (OWS) will be sounded and tested This year’s live testing will involve all stations being sounded together initially While the testing is routine and does not require action from residents, it serves as a critical reminder for everyone in the impact area to review and practice their emergency evacuation plans Division 6 Councillor Kristy Vallely emphasised the importance of this annual testing “The likelihood of a dam failure is extremely low but the safety of our community is always our top priority,” Cr Vallely “These tests help ensure that our emergency systems are in working order and that residents are familiar with what to do in the unlikely event of an emergency.” "If your pets are sensitive to loud noises please consider securing them at home or taking them to a quieter location during the testing period," Cr Valley advised This year’s Evacuation Guide includes updated red zone mapping that affects about an additional 1000 properties it’s important for residents to check the Guide mapping to ensure they are aware of any changes that may affect them “This guide explains how the early warning system works identifies red zones immediately downstream from the dam and provides critical information for emergency preparedness,” Cr Vallely said residents and business owners in the affected areas should take the following five key steps: The Cairns Disaster Dashboard is a crucial resource for real-time information and advice during disasters For additional advice on preparing for natural disasters, visit Council’s website or follow the Cairns Disaster Group on Facebook Residents are also encouraged to register for Cairns Alert via the Cairns Disaster Dashboard homepage Cairns Alert is an opt-in service that sends critical emergency information to mobile phones via text messages please email feedback@cairns.qld.gov.au or contact the Customer Service team at 1300 69 22 47 The greenery and natural ambience of the Cairns Botanic Garden provided the perfect backdrop for today’s launch of the Mayor’s.. May is the month of Masters in Tropical North Queensland with hockey teams mountain bikers and an array of athletes.. Cairns Chamber of Commerce and Advance Cairns have added their support alongside Master Builders and Access Housing.. Cairns Regional Council acknowledges and pays our respects to the Traditional Custodians of our region Gimuy Walubara Yidinji; Mandingalbay Yidinji; Gunggandji; Dulabed and Malanbara Yidinji; Bundabarra and Wadjanbarra Yidinji; Wanyurr Majay; Mamu and NgadjonJii peoples Postal address: PO Box 359 Cairns QLD 4870 Email: council@cairns.qld.gov.au Web: www.cairns.qld.gov.au Phone: 1300 69 22 47 After hours emergency phone: 1300 69 22 47 Cairns Arts and Culture Map Cairns Disaster Dashboard Cairns Libraries Cairns Performing Arts Centre Smart Green Economy Choose Cairns (Living in Cairns) Go Clubs Great Barrier Reef Masters Games Tanks Arts Centre Ticketlink Share via...Gift this articleSubscribe to gift this article Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe Adco Constructions owner Judith Brinsmead could be headed for the Financial Review Rich List after the commercial and industrial builder grew pre-tax profit by 57 per cent to $7.7 million in 2018-19 Coinciding with the first full year of a workplace agreement struck by Adco directly with its 520 staff the Sydney-headquartered builder made $842 million revenue up 15 per cent from $735 million in 2017-18 accounts lodged with the corporate regulator reveal SaveLog in or Subscribe to save articleShareCopy link Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. 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NESTLED in lush surrounds in the suburb of Brinsmead is a little piece of Cairns’ history – and now it could be yours Few that pass the stretch of bush on Brinsmead Road during their daily commute would be aware there is a house hidden among the trees or indeed that it was one of the first homes to be built in the area before it became the bustling western suburb of Cairns that it is today The home first started out as a low-set manager’s residence for Edwards Wreckers in Stratford and was partially dismantled Photos of the house and Brinsmead back then are a far cry from the suburb today Brinsmead was originally the manager’s residence for Edwards Wreckers in Stratford and was relocated to its current site in 1986 Skytrans launches Cairns-Whitsundays flights Council forks out to fix dodgy CBD ‘hidey-holes’ Vaccine push amid calls for calm over Weipa ship And in a suburb where the average block size is about 700sq m there’s plenty of options for any new owner the home has all the features you would expect from a traditional Queenslander with original casement windows and French doors feature lead lighting accenting various doorways There’s also a large central lounge with access to the expansive deck and dining room an updated kitchen including stove and gas cooktop and dishwasher with heatproof splashbacks and a generous in-ground pebble-tex pool and gazebo An open home is being held from 4-5pm on Saturday For more information contact Cairns Property Office’s Kelly Hill on 0424 174 348 matthew.newton1@news.com.au third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to our Terms of Use. The state wildlife regulator has condemned the alleged deliberate killing of a flock of cockatoos that were run down by a vehicle while peacefully feeding by the side of the road The man killed in a freak jet ski crash on the Barron River has been fondly remembered as a hard worker and “great fella” by friends ahead of a final send off planned for next week 36-38 The Peak Rd is for sale via expressions of interest closing on June 1 It is being marketed by Belle Property Cairns Designed to make the most of its elevated position and commanding views this immaculate home at one of the most elite addresses in Cairns is back on the market just 14 months after it last changed hands The stunning three bedroom home at 36-38 The Peak Rd has high ceilings and indoor spaces that open to the outdoors ‘Psychedelic’ bathroom at trophy Cairns home Rock star Cairns home in sensational location Former Qld fishing hut accessed only by boat finally lures a buyer It has two living spaces and a large master suite – with two ensuites – on the lower level The expansive covered terrace has a glass balustrade The street record is $2,374,920 for 24 The Peak Rd sold last January while 68 The Peak Rd sold last November for $1.9m bronwyn.farr@news.com.au The Peak Rd is one of the most exclusive enclaves in Cairns and two prestige homes at the dress circle address could break records is for sale with expressions of interest closing on January 28 It is being marketed by Shira David Stern of Twomey Schriber The superlative five bedroom home is in a dress circle location and has superb views MANY homes in the Far North are designed to have a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces – and this luxury home truly epitomises the concept A vast open plan kitchen and living area opens via bi-fold doors to an equally large outdoor space overlooking an infinity pool and sensational views to Cairns City and beyond a sizeable covered balcony off the master bedroom provides similar views and a perfect The home has loads of glass throughout and a muted colour scheme with timber features – flooring upstairs is timber as is the broad staircase and there is sleek timber panelling in a well-appointed office with a built-in desk spanning one wall built-in shelving and windows with sea views providing an enticing space to work from home Agent Shira David Stern said the property was built and finished to an exceptional quality “It is a timeless home in one of the best locations close to the city,” she said “The home would be perfect for a large family or multi-generational living “There has been exceptional interest from interstate and local buyers in the home in the few days that it has been on the market,” Ms David Stern said The L-shaped outdoor area surrounding the pool has an alfresco dining space and an undercover area with a barbecue and pizza oven and plenty of room for lounge-style seating The split level design creates soaring ceilings and a feeling of spaciousness and it is a theme throughout the home with the master bedroom flowing to a deluxe ensuite as well as a dressing room There are four more large double bedrooms – two on the ground level and two on the second level The pool is positioned to make the most of the views The sleek kitchen has top quality appliances Two media rooms and a big utility room with a butler’s pantry and a double lock up garage complete the picture The Peak Rd is a particularly exclusive address The top recorded price for a property at The Peak Rd is $1,750,000 for 4 The Peak Rd in June 2011 A block of land at The Peak Rd sold for $600,000 last March Price: Expressions of interest by January 28 Jasmine Brinsmead has always been fascinated by the world around her Perhaps it was the result of travelling a lot while she was growing up She has always been intrigued by the big questions and how conflict can be born from simple miscommunication “A lot of my travelling when I was younger was in South East Asia I observed how the lifestyle we take for granted can institutionalise disadvantages in other societies,” Jasmine said I realised that there is very little difference between people; we all need the same things we just have difficulty negotiating them with others.” Jasmine began her studies at the University of Wollongong (UOW) with the aim of undertaking a double degree in Journalism and International Relations she discovered that she was more drawn to the people she was covering as a budding reporter than to the field of journalism itself “I really loved journalism but in my first year of study I was talking to these really profound individuals who were doing good things in the community,” Jasmine said “I realised I wanted to spend more time participating in the things they were talking about rather than in journalism itself.” Jasmine dropped her journalism degree and focused solely on international relations enabling her to dive into the world of politics she is celebrating the end of degree at UOW graduating with a Bachelor of International Studies majoring in Global Sustainable Development and minoring in Spanish Jasmine loved international relations; the topics the opportunities to debate global issues with other students “You are taught to understand the politics and how these things differ across countries Asking those big questions and being able to debate those questions in a meaningful way was so rewarding,” she said but you are taught how to think critically and how to recognise our own biases when analysing an international affair.” One of the highlights of her time at UOW was getting the chance to be mentored by tutors and guest lecturers such as Emeritus Professor Stephen Hill AM former Director of UNESCO and UN Regional Director for Science in the Asia-Pacific That love of travel and of exploring the role was evident throughout her time at UOW Jasmine threw herself into a new challenge that would boost her skills and develop her understanding of the world where she worked on a social enterprise for the local community I was waking up and workshopping an idea informed by what the community believed would strengthen their society I was engaging with different stakeholders – community members major local employers – and helping a project to come to life The experience helped her fluency in Spanish immensely And in the third and final year of her degree Jasmine landed a prestigious six-month internship at the Australian Institute of International Affairs Jasmine had the chance to write opinion pieces about global sustainable development and its implications for international relations as well as organise events with high-profile speakers Jasmine is now working for Nan Tien Institute (NTI) in Unanderra a not-for-profit education provider and a teaching partner with UOW As NTI is very connected internationally and adds depth of focus on humanity and international understanding her experiences here are of benefit to her ultimate dream to work within Australian diplomatic missions overseas while COVID-19 has changed her mode of work and her ability to engage with overseas partners she is relishing the opportunity to learn about international relations in the private sector “I am able to use the skills I learnt in my degree I’m gaining greater understanding of cultural differences and I’m helping Nan Tien to grow our ties with other countries.”  Now that she is on the other side of her degree and making inroads towards her dream career Jasmine encourages current students to take advantage of every opportunity that comes their way “There are opportunities everywhere at UOW I made a point to get as much experience as I can,” said Jasmine including contributing her first peer-reviewed paper to UOW’s new student-run international relations journal “You should also try to meet as many new people as possible and take advantage of the advice they have to offer I met Professor Stephen Hill after he was interviewed in one of my classes,” she said.  and started asking about his career and his work but he has given me so many tips and insights into what a career in diplomacy is actually like.” Northfields Ave Wollongong,  NSW 2522  Australia Phone: 1300 367 869 International: +61 2 4221 3218 Switchboard: +61 2 4221 3555 we acknowledge and respect the traditional custodians and cultural knowledge holders of these lands Copyright © 2025 University of WollongongCRICOS Provider No: 00102E | TEQSA Provider ID: PRV12062 | ABN: 61 060 567 686Copyright & disclaimer | Privacy & cookie usage | Web Accessibility Statement Coach to depart the program after the uppcoming NCAA Championships four-bathroom home on 1037sq m tucked in behind Mt Whitfield is wired to take advantage of off-peak power providing an economical investment for a savvy buyer The house was fitted with a 400L hot water system using tariff 31 electricity and wired so the pool dishwasher and laundry use tariff 33 power The upfront cost of investing in solar power cannot compete with the immediate savings already built-in Building began in 1990 and it the balcony which is by far the star of the immaculate home “The balcony is probably where we spend the most of our time,” the owners said “We entertain and sit out there most nights before we head to bed and not too many people in the street move We’re downsizing and having a treechange and moving to the Tablelands to enjoy our retirement.” the owners constructed the home to provide some privacy for young adults A bedroom downstairs comes with its own toilet and kitchenette and gave the kids “a point to leap from into their own lives” “The house lends itself to people who might have an elderly parent or older teenagers who are staying at home because of the cost of living It give them the ability to live their own lives or others who want to host Airbnb guests,” the owner said The home has been recently repainted inside and out ensuite and kitchen have helped the property remain fresh and attractive A stone benchtop and soft-close drawers have also been installed in the kitchen Access to back of the property is provided along what used to be a fire break for the cane fields and sitting up high on the hillside the home always receives cool breezes during the height of summer the practical layout and multiple internal living zones ensures easy living according to agent Kim Ryan from LJ Hooker Cairns Edge Hill “The vast timber deck is the ideal spot to entertain with easy access to the downstairs section where you can relax poolside all year round and soak in the leafy surrounds,” she said “Banks of louvres give ample natural light and cross-ventilation and there is internal access to the main garage There is side vehicle access to a separate workshop area and plenty of off-street parking.” Ms Ryan said the home was close to Redlynch Central Shopping Centre St Andrews Catholic College and Freshwater Christian College and within the catchment areas for Freshwater State School and Redlynch State College Offers will be considered prior to auction The home goes to auction on Saturday at 12pm you'll be longing for the cuisine.Get the latest with our exclusive in-language podcasts on your favourite podcast apps.SBSUrdu News Brinsmead for auction on Dec 12Alicia Nally EVERY inch of this property sitting atop Cairns has been meticulously planned and executed backlit floating stairs connecting two of its luxurious levels The stunning feat of design took eight separate meetings with builders and electricians before owner Ross Britton got his way “This house is a testament to what can be done,” he said the wow factor not to be the house itself but the view.” But it is hard not to notice the immaculately presented collection of stone steel and glass which makes up one of the winners of the Housing Industry Association’s Best Home in Cairns awards The airconditioned walk in robe was designed for the lady of the house complete with a mirror drawers for hair straighteners and plenty of storage Mr Britton even requested louvres to be built into the north of the house to avoid stormy wet weather which usually comes from the south a sensor has been programmed to close the windows as soon as it detects moisture The care and dedication to the build is so obvious RE/MAX principal Tony Williamson remarked it was the best house he’d ever walked through in his entire real estate career Mr Britton and his wife moved in just over three years ago and after 30 years in business have decided to pursue the free “We do entertain a lot with a handful of friends and family The deck next to the pool is a great spot to be “We’d cook and eat outdoors more than we did inside we do like the teppanyaki style of cooking.” Frameless nine metre high glass doors mark the transition to the outdoors New RE/MAX agent Udo Jattke said the view across Cairns to the Coral Sea would transfix all who visited 6 The Peak the heart of the home is the impressive al fresco area where you can relax on one of the day beds or eat and drink around one of the most amazing outdoor kitchens you will ever see,” he said “The sparkling infinity pool overlooking Cairns is also a drawcard which happens to be sourced from the old Carlton United Brewery in Brisbane adds to the warmth and wonderful ambience this home.” A fully integrated CBUS electronic system controls the entire home and it comes with a 12 kW solar and security system If you are the site owner (or you manage this site), please whitelist your IP or if you think this block is an error please open a support ticket and make sure to include the block details (displayed in the box below) so we can assist you in troubleshooting the issue At home with Taipans coach Aaron Fearne and his wife Amy AFTER a pulsating night at the convention centre Taipans coach Aaron Fearne knows he can go home and take some precious time-out Last year he and his family moved from their longstanding Bayview Heights home to a larger property at popular Brinsmead estate the home offers tranquillity to Mr Fearne and his wife Amy “You come home from a day at work and it’s just quiet peaceful and easy to unwind here,” he said A basketball hoop in the driveway is mainly used by Mr and Mrs Fearne’s two children The property is in Brinsmead’s The Peak estate PICTURE: JUSTIN BRIERTY You walk through the front door into a vast kitchen and living area which opens onto a pool and colossal timber deck there would have been 35 people here and we didn’t feel like we were on top of each other,” Mr Fearne said “There were family and friends from the Taipans including some imports who had nowhere else to go.” Hanging above the TV is a photo from the Taipans’ 2004 playoff appearance against the Perth Wildcats; in the living room are signed playing strips from Cairns product Aron Baynes and his former San Antonio teammate Tim Duncan Aaron Fearne in his media room PICTURE: JUSTIN BRIERTY “The thing that gets overwhelming in a big house is things like art work It takes time to get a feel for what you want,” Mr Fearne said Downstairs is a self-contained living quarters which is currently being rented by a Taipans squad member And the sound in here blows you away,” Mr Fearne said Far North Queensland is a long way from Minnesota where Mr and Mrs Fearne met during college they couldn’t feel more at home in the tropics we thought we might only be here for one year,” Mr Fearne said “Basketball has been the vehicle keeping us here It’s been a great place to bring up the kids.” Their Brinsmead home was built in 2004 by Cairns builder Craig Burrows “As long as Aaron has a job at the Taipans An early learning centre in Cairns has been trashed twice in the span of a week and parents are struggling to cope with the “senseless vandalism” that is affecting their children NOT  a day goes by when Peter and Margaret Martinuzzi don’t toast their wonderful slice of Cairns heaven The couple have lived on Brinsmead’s Barclay Rd for almost 40 years but only moved into the elegant three-bedroom home in 2004 but we were always going to live here – it seemed like a natural progression for us,” Mr Martinuzzi said he was determined the 1.09ha property would capture the region’s tropical charm They quickly undertook a major renovation which included building a giant timber deck a 3000-bottle wine cellar and the installation of french doors outdoor entertaining is at the property’s core “Every evening we sit on the deck and enjoy a nice bottle of red … sometimes two,” Mr Martinuzzi said “But even in the morning it is just so very tranquil You can enjoy breakfast without the noise of traffic “It is also lovely and cool – even when Cairns is sweltering we always manage to capture the breeze.” said they had hosted several “great parties” over the years a large chef’s kitchen with Caesarstone benchtops and formal dining area make living all the more comfortable The iconic Walsh’s Pyramid can also be seen from parts of the home A development approval is also in place for the subdivision of two 1500sq m blocks the couple are moving to the Brisbane bayside suburb of Wellington Point but we’ve had a wonderful time here,” Mr Martinuzzi said The home is listed for offers in the high $800,000s The retired insurance broker said their home was ideal for “middle-aged professionals with teenage kids” “People who work long hours can just come home and enjoy the peace,” he said “You can be home from the city within minutes I have no doubt this property will make its next owners extremely happy.” The property is open for inspection today from 3.45-4.30pm is about $450,000 – a three-year rise of more than 17 per cent Selling agent Kev Twomey said 29-35 Barclay Rd was a “really unique” Brinsmead property “The huge deck and inside-outside living areas promote what we are all about here in Far North Queensland,” Mr Twomey said Plant lovers will gather at Brinsmead Community Hall on Saturday for the Cairns Garden Club’s annual plant auction Don't miss out on the headlines from Cairns Followed categories will be added to My News Plant lovers will gather at Brinsmead Community Hall on April 15 for the Cairns Garden Club’s annual plant auction Garden Club spokeswoman Caroline Elmslie said former auctioneer Meg Trimble would preside over the fun event “We have about 50 members all up, and everyone brings at least one good quality plant, they all get put up on a big table and numbered,” she said.https://www.cairnspost.com.au/news/cairns-community-garden-grows-friendship-as-well-as-food/news-story/ed8cdeb296748f7dc8893beef27289f9 “Meg’s really good, she makes it fun, and the proceeds help us to run the club and pay any expenses.” All are welcome at the auction and afternoon tea starting at 2pm. The club meets on the third Saturday of the month from February to November, and often has a guest speaker as well as annual bus trips. Retiring Member for Leichhardt Warren Entsch has blasted the ALP’s efforts to liken a Far North political hopeful to Donald Trump during the federal election campaign. Far North leaders have cast their eyes’ ahead following Labor’s big win in Leichhardt with Matt Smith to be called on to deliver hundreds of millions in funding to kickstart the region’s crippled economy. ABC News News HomeCairns man Klaus Andres who admitted to dissolving wife's body in acid jailed for lifeShare Cairns man Klaus Andres jailed for lifeTopic:Courts Li Ping Cao, 42, was last seen by her husband on October 31, 2011. (Qld Police Service) Link copiedShareShare articleA 70-year-old Cairns man has been sentenced to life in jail for the murder of his wife, whose body he disposed of with acid. Klaus Andres had pleaded not guilty to murdering his 42-year-old wife Li Ping Cao, but he admitted to disposing of her body with acid in October 2011. In delivering the guilty verdict, the jury rejected Andres's claims he had accidentally killed his wife in self defence. Justice Jim Henry told the court that what actually happened remains unknown, because Andres destroyed the evidence by disposing of Ms Cao's body with hydrochloric acid. He said it was clear Andres's personality and judgement had been affected by the loss of his first wife in 2006, but that he had shown no remorse over the death of Ms Cao. There were tears as victim impact statements from the 42-year-old's sister and son were read out in court, describing a warm, loving person they dearly missed. In handing down the life sentence, Justice Henry said there was an element of premeditation involved and his behaviour after the event was one of clinical detachment. In previous hearings, Andres had told the court Ms Cao was knocked unconscious after he pushed her because she attacked him with a fork in their Brinsmead home, having learned he was having an affair. He said he then discovered she had no pulse and was not breathing. The next morning he dumped her body into a wheelie bin, purchased 20 litres of hydrochloric acid, and poured it in. Neighbours, forensic experts and Andres's Thai mistress have been among those who testified during the trial. Lawyers for Andres say they are not ruling out an appeal. Speaking through an interpreter outside court, the victim's sister Li Huan Cao thanked Australia's legal system for delivering justice for her family. She said it had been a terrible few years for her family. "Thank you for the justice and for the Australian policemen, especially the Cairns police, to give the justice and find all the evidence and reveal the truth for Li Ping," she said. "Now she finally can bring the justice back and let her sister's soul rest in peace now. "Nothing is more important and better than this one." CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) A new vet clinic in suburban Cairns will bring more than 30 years of expertise to treat sick furbabies This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page PRIVACY and outstanding mountain views are on offer at this thoughtfully-designed home at what is undisputedly one of Cairns most exclusive addresses The award-winning four bedroom home at 23 The Peak Rd has four oversized bedrooms and two bathrooms Brinsmead has just been listed with Ray Murphy of RE/MAX Cairns Inside the mansion you can rent for $10k a week ‘Jetsons’ home complete with $140k pool ‘Derelict’ beach shack and slice of paradise with a $6.0m price tag Mountain views are on offer from the grant entry courtyard right through the house which has an abundance of glass and high quality fixtures and fittings The master bedroom has a luxury ensuite with a double vanity and walk-in robe along with access to an outdoor area It has a modern entertainers’ kitchen with views There’s a double garage with internal access and storage and side access allowing plenty of room for a boat or caravan The property on 900sq m has landscaped gardens A new record price was achieved for the street when number 24 sold for $2.37m in January this year while number 25 sold for $1.1m earlier this month a block of land of 1,047sq m sold for $600,000 Residents at Redlynch and Brinsmead are fed up and angry with what they say are constant power outages and they want answers from Ergon Any Questions? 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Taking place on Wednesday 20 March from 9:30am to 12:00 noon in the CWA rooms at 3 Dalley St Coffs Harbour anyone can die or experience an accident or event at any time that renders them incapable of making or communicating their preferences,” Dr Max Brinsmead told News Of The Area “There are a few things that need to be put in place but also a range of options about which we need to be aware “It’s a good idea for everyone’s sake to be prepared “The emphasis throughout is a practical demonstration about how to access the resources services and people that assist in these tasks,” he said The aim is to provide information and advice to people of all ages about their choices and options in preparation for the end of life “Talking about our end-of-life planning may feel difficult for some “In the environment of providing practical support we encourage anyone who may be curious or interested to come along to our welcoming event,” said Max one of presenters for the Choices in Later Life (ChiLL) event “I am only too happy to start the conversation for CWA members during National Advance Care Planning Week “Advance care planning is an important first step in ensuring a person’s preferences for future care are known and respected “Being prepared and having the conversation with loved ones is one of the kindest things you can do start by reading the Advance Care Planning website page on ‘starting the conversation’.” Judy said all participants will leave with useful resources to start their preparedness journey Session 1 begins the program with a presentation on ‘Being Prepared – Advanced Care Directives This is followed by ‘Voluntary Assisted Dying in NSW’ and ‘What is Capacity’ presented by Judy Jackson and Max Brinsmead the services available and what happens when you die presented by Palliative Care Nurse Leesa Hoysted followed by Heather-Maree Hinton explaining what a death doula is and the services that can be provided The closing session looks at choices around funeral planning and celebrations of a life at Roshopwood123@gmail.com or phone 0414 764 156 For more information visit www.advancecareplanning.org.au/understand-advance-care-planning/starting-the-conversation and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" CAIRNS wife killer Klaus Andres is maintaining his innocence Don't miss out on the headlines from Crime and Justice CAIRNS wife-killer Klaus Andres is maintaining his innocence after his appeal against his murder conviction started in Brisbane yesterday Andres was found by a Cairns court to have murdered his Chinese wife and dissolved her in acid inside a wheelie bin so he could shack up with another woman. The 70-year-old was jailed for life in the Supreme Court at Cairns in 2013 after a jury found him guilty of murdering 42-year-old Li Ping Cao and disposing of her body at their Brinsmead home in 2011 All that was left of Ms Cao’s body were 10 porcelain teeth found by police in a stormwater drain Andres claimed his wife was killed accidentally when she fell and hit her head during an argument fronted the Court of Appeal in Brisbane yesterday and argued the verdict reached by the jury was unreasonable He said during the trial Andres gave evidence that he did not kill his wife with intent “There is no contest on any of the evidence that the appellant was responsible for the death of the deceased it was impossible for anybody to accurately say what caused the death,” Mr Lewis said and it is on that basis that the appeal is argued that it is unreasonable in all the circumstances for the jury to be able to find that he killed with the necessary intention.” Mr Lewis said Andres told the jury it was an “unfortunate chain of events” that led to his wife falling over and hitting her head said there was no witness to the killing other than Andres He said the jury did not accept Andres’ account of how Ms Cao died Andres claimed his wife caused injuries to his hand before she fell and hit her head But Mr Byrne said there was evidence Andres had taken up with a new woman from Thailand and was emailing her about a “problem” He said Andres emailed the Thai woman after his wife’s death claiming he was “happy” his wife had “left the house” “The emails paint a damning picture,” Mr Byrne said Justice Philip Morrison and Justice David Boddice reserved their decisions Update: The “aggressive” alleged assault of a man in a Cairns shopping centre food court which left him with a fractured skull was witnessed by multiple shoppers A woman accused of killing her partner in a Babinda park was allegedly heard by family saying she would “send you back in a box” after stabbing him repeatedly with a kitchen knife Two Cairns boys who suffered life-threatening injuries in a serious crash have returned home after almost two months in a Townsville hospital and there were three things they were craving the most A Brinsmead woman is among hundreds of Australians shaving their heads for the cause of blood cancer this week Find out how you can help this young mum reach her donation goal CAIRNS Supreme Court Justice James Henry will this morning view the million-dollar home at the centre of a bitter legal stoush The Cairns community has wrapped its arms around a Brinsmead family as donations and messages of support pour in after a horror car crash Sam Brinsmead suffered a neck injury following this tackle from Nick Mee during the SFNL round 6 match MERBEIN Football Netball Club president Toney Hurley has called on the SFNL to get tougher on dangerous tackles after the tribunal handed a two-week ban to Irymple midfielder Nick Mee this week Editorial [email protected] Advertising [email protected] Admin [email protected] Classifieds [email protected]