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Over 100 people gathered to celebrate 50 years of Meals on Wheels at a special event held in Proserpine last Saturday and it was a time to celebrate, reflect and give thanks to the incredible efforts of volunteers, committee members and staff.

The first meal was served on May 6, 1974, to Mrs Hartwig who paid just 50 cents for a three-course meal which was delivered by Mrs Vera McLennan.

An initiative of the Uniting Church of Proserpine, the inception of our local Meals on Wheels was spearheaded by Mrs Arieal Davies who organised

cooks and deliverers to get the program started.

Over the past 50 years the names and faces have changed along the way, but the good work and selfless efforts of everyone who participates has remained the same.

Federal Member of Dawson Andrew Willcox, Michael Houden, Chairperson of Qld Meals On Wheels, Helen Maynard-Turner, Margaret Perkins Proserpine President, Kerri Martin Committee Member and Rachael Speechley, Region Support Officer Qld. Photo credit: Rachael Smith

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Editor’s Note

Hi Everyone,

When I was in my late teens, out on the town back in my hometown of Maidstone in the UK, I saw a young man hit his girlfriend straight across the face.

Without thinking I broke off from my group of friends and marched up to the guy saying something like – “Oi, get off her!”

Of course, he instantly turned on me, but fortunately some of the friends I was with quickly intervened and pulled me away.

“We must go back, we can’t just see that happen and do nothing!” I remember saying from a distance where the couple could see me.

The woman was cowering, and the man still looked menacing.

I distinctly remember her saying that it was ok and reassuring me she would be fine.

Reluctantly I re-joined all my friends and we continued with our night out.

Despite it being a long time ago, that night has always stuck with me. I wonder how many more times that woman was beaten up by her partner.

I also wonder how many more people have witnessed public physical violence or seen the effects of it in bruises on faces and said nothing.

Each day men and women are impacted by adverse actions of an intimate partner. Check in with your friends, speak up and advocate for your loved ones.

And while, we should never intervene unless it is safe to do so, I think it is important we all open the conversation - report physical violence whenever we witness it and have difficult conversations with people we are concerned about if we can.

It is Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month in May and there are candle lighting vigils being held across the region to remember those lost.

You can also learn more on the subject by jumping online and reading some of the incredible information available, there are many resources and also helplines out there.

Domestic violence is a difficult subject and it can become tangled in other issues, but at their core, everyone knows what is right and what is wrong and we all need to stand up and protect that in our society.

Rach

“Violence is the weapon of the weak, non-violence that of the strong” (Ghandi)

FIVE STAR MEDICAL SERVICE

You never realise how lucky we are to have such remarkable local hospitals until you need the service and experience the magic firsthand.

This is exactly what happened to Whitsunday local, Koren Stewart who took to social media site, Whitsundays Chat last week to thank the staff who helped her out when she needed it the most.

“I just want to give a shout out and a huge thank you to Proserpine Hospital and Proserpine Ambulance service,” read the post.

“You don’t realise how lucky we are, until we really need them. There are so many support services, all in the one place, exceptional food that tasted like homemade by mumma and everyone went above and beyond

with their bedside manner and care, by all staff, medical and cleaning staff, honestly take a bow!”

“That team functioned like clockwork, a masterpiece. Promptly seen to on numerous emergency visits, with compassion and professionalism and went from zero to feeling like a million bucks!

“Please accept my thanks and gratitude, for a job well done! I’m dropping off chocolates, I’m telling you, they deserve so much more than that! How blessed are we to have those Earth angels!”

If you would like to give a community hero a shoutout please send an email to – daniel@ mackayandwhitsundaylife.com – and your experience could be shared in our next Good Deed.

Candle Lighting Vigil Marks Domestic And Family Violence Prevention Month

To raise awareness of Australian Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month, Whitsunday Counselling and Support hosted a candle lighting ceremony at the Volunteer Marine Club, to honour the people that have lost their lives due to domestic violence.

Manager of Counselling Services, at Whitsunday Counselling and Support, Sharon Parker expressed the importance of the ceremony.

“Today is candle lighting ceremony where we remember those people that have lost their lives to domestic and family violence,” she said.

“Now is our time to not only just remember the numbers, but actually remember the people behind those numbers, and that their lives matter.”

“But today during the ceremony, what I’d really like to think about is to reflect on the people rather than the numbers.

“Today, we come to reflect on and remember the precious lives that have been cut short by violence at the hands of the people those women loved and trusted.

“We reflect on the lives that they lived before their deaths, and the contributions they made to their families, to their friends and their community.”

Queensland Police (QPS) attended the candle lighting vigil every year but this year they spoke for the first time.

Sergeant Gary Hiles talked about the number of domestic violence call outs officers receive.

“DVA is undoubtedly one of the biggest challenges faced by the QPS, with most frontline officers responding to at least one domestic violence related occurrence every single shift,” he said.

Sergeant Hiles continued and said that domestic violence must be reported.

“There is no excuse for domestic and family violence and it’s never okay,” he said.

“Reporting domestic and family violence is essential. If we don’t know about it. We can’t respond.

“We will continue to work with other government departments and non-government support agencies to build safer communities.

“By working collaboratively with partners, we aim to maximise our growth, and devel opment as an organisation, we continue to work with subject matter experts to provide the best training and development opportu nities to our staff.

“Let’s hope that next year, those numbers will come down with the work that we’re doing.”

Sergeant Gary Hiles and Manager of Counselling Services for Whitsunday Counselling and Support, Sharon Parker

Councillor Jan Clifford, Mayor Ry Collins and Councillor Clay Bauman in attendance Candle lighting ceremony. Photo credit: Daniel Heggie

Lucky Lotto Winner Buys Ticket In Bowen

Atourist travelling through the region purchased his winning Lotto ticket at Bowen Convenience Store, before the Saturday Gold Lotto Draw saw his lucky numbers get pulled and a life-changing $700,000 won.

The gentleman had been travelling through the region with his wife and said that he couldn’t believe his luck.

“It will help pay off the house which is really exciting,” he said.

“We will definitely continue the holiday, that’s for sure!”

Pleased with his win, the gentlemen disclosed that he had a consistent system every week and that he had been playing the same numbers that were a mixture of family birthdays for the past four years.

The total winning amount was $712,882.63 with the North Queenslander holding one of the seven division one winning entries in Saturday Gold Lotto

The Bowen Convenience Store team said they couldn’t believe their outlet had sold a division one winning entry and wished their customer all the best with their prize.

The winning numbers in Saturday Gold Lotto draw 4465 on 4 May 2024 were 14, 42, 26, 12, 29 and 5, while the supplementary numbers were 9 and 41.

Driver Safety Training Course Commences

Young drivers will now be able to improve their defensive driving in a safe and controlled environment thanks to a new Young Drivers Defensive Driving Program which is set to kick-off this weekend.

Timed to run alongside National Road Safety Week, the one-day training program is dedicated to upskill new drivers, giving them the skills to deal with situations that naturally arise while driving.

Operated by 2022 Whitsunday Young Citizen of the Year, Declan Coull, the course is part of a broader program to educate about road safety and improve overall ability of local drivers.

Declan said he is excited to be delivering the training in his home region.

“The safety of our young drivers is a passion for me personally,” he shared.

“This training has been provided across Australia and has been extremely successful in allowing young drivers to understand both vehicle dynamics and the participants’ inability, prior to training, to fully understand car control and their own personal limitations.

Freedom Of Entry Come To Airlie Beach

This Saturday

Over 150 uniformed soldiers will march through the Airlie Beach Main Street this Saturday, as part of the Freedom of Entry parade and it is expected to be a great spectacle for the whole community to embrace.

The soldiers from the 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment (3CER) from Townsville will march down our street with bayonets fixed, drums beating, bands playing and insignia flying.

Freedom of the City is traditionally a right granted to a military unit by a Local Government to honour a distinguished unit of the armed forces.

This honour was bestowed upon 3CER by the Whitsunday Regional Council to say thank you for the invaluable service and support the regiment contributed to community clean-up efforts and overall safety following 2017 Tropical Cyclone Debbie. It is now our opportunity to attend this special event in honour of their service to the community and express our appreciation and respect.

A Freedom of Entry is the highest honour a location may bestow on the Australian Defence Force and it is time to participate in this honourable acknowledgment by witnessing the lively ceremonial parade through the our local streets.

“Far too many young drivers are killed and seriously injured on our roads each year, many in crashes that could’ve been avoided.

“Our Young Driver Defensive Driving course is a full one-day training program incorporating both practical and theory components and provides attendees with an opportunity to understand the basics of car control, collision avoidance and understanding the vehi-

cle dynamics.”

The Young Drivers Program is not advanced driver or “speed” training – it is defensive driver training and exercises are undertaken at low speeds overseen by experienced, accredited instructors.

The first ADDA training course in the Whitsundays will be held at the Whitsunday Kart Club (a closed, safe and controlled environment) on Saturday 11th May.

The Freedom of Entry in Airlie Beach is an extra special celebration as it will be the first granting of Freedom of Entry to the Whitsunday Region.

The parade will march through the streets of Airlie Beach, forming on Broadwater Avenue before marching along Main Street, briefly halting for a special ceremony to grant their right of entry.

The parade will be halted by a senior police officer, who will formally grant permission to enter before the procession continues on Main Street where the mayor will inspect the troops.

The procession will then continue along Main Street and conclude at the Airlie Beach Foreshore.

A community gathering will be held after

the Freedom of Entry at the Airlie Beach Foreshore, including Lions Airlie Beach Markets and an Australian Defence Force display.This event is being supported by the Whitsunday Regional Council.

ROAD CLOSURES

To enable the parade to take place the following sections of roads will be temporarily closed from 6.00am until approximately 10.30am:

• Broadwater Avenue (Cnr Mazlin Street to cnr Main Street), Airlie Beach Main Street and the Broadwater Avenue Carpark.

• Main Street and Airlie Esplanade. Coconut Grove (roundabout and road) will remain open, however, it is recommended for vehicles to avoid this area from 9:40am

to 10:00am as the parade moves through.

• Ocean Road, including access to Sailing Club carparks is closed – The Beacons roundabout will remain open; however it is recommended for vehicles to avoid this area from 9:40am to 10:00am as the parade moves through.

Roads will open progressively as the parade proceeds.

WHAT: Freedom of Entry Parade

WHERE: Airlie Beach

WHEN: Saturday 11 May

PARADE: 9.30am – 10am

COMMUNITY GATHERING: Airlie Foreshore 10am-12pm

Declan Coull with a group of successful participants at the recent Mackay driver safety course. Photo supplied

Free Bushfire Workshops

Local residents will soon have access to a series of free bushfire management and planning workshops which are designed to support landowners throughout the region in preparation for the upcoming bushfire season.

An initiative of the Whitsunday Regional Council and part of the Whitsunday Resilience Bushfire Project, these workshops aim to provide landowners with the opportunity to learn how to assess bushfire risk and gain an understanding of important mitigation, response and recovery methods.

Mayor Collins said he encourages landowners to attend the workshop and take advantage of the opportunity to talk to experts and get hands-on experience.

“By investing in bushfire resilience training and developing community and property bushfire plans, we are demonstrating our commitment to the safety and protection of our community,” he said.

Mayor Collins added that workshop attendees would also be invited to observe hazard reduction demonstrations from a safe vantage point in Dingo Beach, Collinsville and Bowen.

“Late last year, Council developed Community Bushfire Plans in consultation with residents and regional bushfire manage-

ment stakeholders for a number of communities identified as high bushfire hazard areas to improve community awareness and assist with bushfire preparation, mitigation and management,” he said.

As a results of these studies Council has identified many at-risk areas across the region and are now in the process of installing 10 new 26,000 litre steel water tanks in vulnerable localities throughout the region for firefighting purposes.

“The Community Bushfire Plans for Binbee, Crystalbrook and Whitsunday Paradise are available on the Council’s Your Say Whitsunday Bushfire Resilience Project page,” said Mayor Collins.

“Council will be undertaking further public consultation in 2024 to inform the development of community bushfire plans that may include Euri Creek, Brandy Creek and Brisk Bay.”

“Community water tanks have been installed in Conway, Binbee and Sugarloaf.”

Mayor Collins said Council had also developed the Airlie Beach Community Bushfire Management Plan (2022-2032), which covered 295 hectares of land between Eshelby Road at Cannonvale to Jubilee Pocket.

The Whitsunday Bushfire Resilience Project has been underway since September 2022, and is supported by funding from

the Commonwealth Government’s Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants Program.

The program is also supporting the development of Free Property Bushfire Plans, coordinated by Council’s Bushfire Officer. Landholders with approved Property Bushfire Plans may be eligible for financial assistance of up to $2,000 per property with a 50:50 contribution between Council and property owners to help with firefighting mitigations, such as machinery for fire breaks, water tanks, pumps and hoses.

To register interest in bushfire training or developing a property bushfire plan, phone Greg McCarthy in the Whitsunday Regional Council’s Natural Resources Management and Climate unit on 0458 816 751, visit the Whitsunday Bushfire Resilience Project page on Council’s Your Say Whitsunday Online Engagement Portal, email info@whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au, mail to PO Box 104, Proserpine QLD 4800, or visit a Council Customer Service Centre.

To stay up-to-date with events, information and community engagement opportunities, residents are encouraged to register for Council’s Online Engagement Portal, Your Say Whitsunday, at www. yoursay.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au.

WORKSHOP DATES

Upcoming training is planned for:

• Proserpine SES (Hinschen St) – Sunday, 26 May and Sunday, 4 August

• Collinsville Community Centre (Garrick St) – Sunday, 9 June

• Reef Gateway Hotel (Shute Harbour Rd, Cannonvale) – Sunday, 23 June

• Merinda Rural Fire Brigade (Linley St, Bowen) – Sunday, 7 July

The workshops will run from 1-5pm:

• 1-2pm – Bushfire management – introduction to hazards, safety and available support

• 2-3pm – Cultural heritage burning – sharing of information and experiences

• 3-5pm – Regenerative agriculture –safe use of fire in agriculture and ecosystems

THURSDAY

New Tourism Plan Sets Sights On Future Growth

The next five years of tourism growth and development has been outlined in an extensive Whitsundays Region Destination Management Plan (DMP) which has been released by Tourism Whitsundays.

The new plan provides a whole of region framework for action, with opportunities to optimise tourism in the lead-up to the 2032 Olympics.

It will run from 2024 to 2028.

The main vision for the plan has been to showcase The Whitsundays as the globally recognised Great Barrier Reef destination famous for its natural environment and lifestyle.

This vision has been supported by extensive research and collaboration efforts to ensure every aspect of the plan is in-tune with the community and the industry as a whole.

Tourism Whitsundays worked closely with Whitsunday Regional Council, visitor economy businesses, government agencies and community members to create a

plan that is both practical and aligns with broader vales.

The process to achieve this involved desktop research, workshops and focus groups, surveys and individual consultations.

Five key focus areas were identified across the core strategy areas of destination marketing, destination stewardship and products and experience delivery:

• Sustainable growth: ensuring expectations are aligned with community needs

• Partnerships: developing relationships with key regional, state and federal stakeholders

• Priority projects: includes Skyway, 4-5 star resorts on the mainland with a convention centre, Bowen marina and jetty upgrades and enhancing experiences in Collinsville and Proserpine.

• Sustainability: environmental stewardship and sustainable practices remain a key focus for the Whitsundays Region

• Funding and investment: ensuring we have the right tools in place to ensure ad-

equate funding and investment in the region

Rick Hamilton, Chief Executive Officer of Tourism Whitsundays, said he is looking towards a bright future for tourism.

“By securing sustainable funding and fostering collaboration, we’re ensuring the Whitsundays thrives as a global destination,” he explained.

“Our vision goes beyond 2032, positioning The Whitsundays as a leader in sustainable and responsible tourism.”

Julie Telford, Chair of the Board of Tourism Whitsundays, said she is thrilled with the new plan.

“I am delighted to introduce the latest tourism plan which harnesses the Whitsundays’ potential for the next five years, focusing on sustainable tourism and honouring Traditional Custodians.

“By working together, we’ll grow the economy responsibly while creating immersive visitor experiences.”

A Personalised Prep Experience

Transitioning into Prep is an exciting milestone for both children and their parents who are embarking on the next chapter of life.

It’s a time where new friendships are made, a formal education begins, and the foundations are set for the adults they will eventually become.

Holding your hand through this new adventure is Whitsunday Christian College whose nurturing Prep program allows each child to flourish and feel safe and secure.

Nestled safely within their intimate and dedicated Prep area, each young person enjoys the advantages of a close-knit educational community that has manageable class sizes in a personalised learning environment.

Assistant Principal - Primary, Elmarie van der Westhuizen has been teaching at Whitsunday Christian College for the last 24 years and says there is nowhere she would rather be.

“I love the school and I love kids - each little goal they set and each little step they achieve is a celebration!” she said.

“It’s wonderful to see the change from when they first come to you and they don’t know anything, and when they finish, they can read and write – it’s the most rewarding job in the world!”

In the lead-up to beginning Prep, Whitsunday Christian College invites everyone in the community to their ‘Get Ready for

Prep Program’ which is held every Thursday between 9.30am and 11.30am.

These preparation sessions help students develop fine motor skills, oral language, phonological awareness and numeracy, which is all imparted through play-based and interactive teaching methods.

In Term Four, 2025 Prep students then commence Transition Mornings. These mornings become a pathway for enrolled students to prepare for Prep and a formal orientation period begins where they learn routines, meet friends and teachers so they can become familiar with the school, allowing for a smoother transition come 2025.

Whitsunday Christian College is a non-denominational independent school

which welcomes families that desire a values-based Christian education. The College desires to instil a love of learning in their students, while shaping young men and women of character who are eager to meet life’s challenges using their God-given gifts and talents.

Book a college tour with the principal to experience the difference at Whitsunday Christian College by calling the friendly Administration Team on 4948 5100 or email enquiries to mail@whitsunday.qld. edu.au.

WHAT: Under 8’s Day

WHEN: Friday 17th May – 9am-10.30am

WHERE: Whitsunday Christian College

Rick Hamilton, Chief Executive Officer of Tourism Whitsundays and Julie Telford, Chair of the Board of Tourism Whitsundays taking a look at the new Whitsunday Region Destination Management Plan.

Photo credit: Jake Greenfield

Meals On Wheels Celebrates 50 Years

Asea of happy faces enjoyed a lively gathering in Proserpine on Saturday, with the Mommas and Poppas band playing some well-known singalong classics while guests indulged in a delicious high tea to celebrate 50 years of our local Meals on Wheels service.

The scene of merriment brought together the broader community of people connected with our local Meals on Wheels – from previous to current volunteers, founders, customers and a host of others who have each played a role in some ca-

pacity over the years.

Federal Member of Dawson Andrew Willcox and his wife Raylene were also present on the day, making a special trip to town to mark this significant milestone.

First established at the Old Methodist Hall in Proserpine, the demand soon outgrew the modest space and, within six years, plans were drawn up to build a new kitchen on ground leased from the Proserpine Shire Council alongside the Aged Persons Units in Marathon Street.

Over the years, the kitchen has had an of-

fice added, an extended carport, new dry store area plus a walk-in cold room and freezer.

The non-for-profit organisation also organised funds for a generator to ensure they could continue operating if the power went off.

In addition, the purchase of a new Nissan Qashqai has increased their ability to service clients further afield.

Covid was a particularly challenging time for the organisation with the number of volunteers dwindling to 16 and cooks dou-

bling as delivery drivers.

Fortunately, Meals on Wheels managed to bring volunteer numbers back up gradually, reaching a comfortable 26 volunteers this year.

Proserpine Meals on Wheels would like to thank all the businesses and community groups that have helped over the years. They would also like to thank past presidents, founders and of course all the volunteers and staff.

Photo credit: Rachael Smith

Bowen Visitor Information Centre Receives Accreditation

The Bowen Visitor Information Centre has again been recognised as an accredited centre.

There are about 100 accredited Visitor Information Centres in Queensland and each needs to meet a certain criteria and list of standards in order to achieve the accreditation.

A site audit was conducted by a representative of the Tourism Group, on behalf of Tourism and Events Queensland.

Bowen Tourism and Business received their letter of congratulations last week.

“We wish to acknowledge your centre’s commitment to providing a valuable and important service to the visitors of your local area, the Whitsundays region and the State of Queensland,” the letter stated.

They also received a site audit report which mentioned the addition of the Driver Reviver program to the centre, saying it added to the attraction and was an example of the community working together.

“The Bowen Visitor Information Centre continues to be an example

of how council, community and business can work together to create an effective and inviting Information Centre,” the report stated.

“Their enviable merchandise range and super successful mango sorbet sales assist in making the centre operational.”

Manager of Bowen Tourism and Business, Leanne Abernethy said the team was very proud to again be recognised as an accredited centre.

“We have passed accreditation every year for many years but it is always nice to receive the official notification,” she said.

People Power Peddling Business Success

Just Tuk’n Around hit the road in 2015 as a fun, light-hearted, informative eco-friendly tour experience. Their unique fleet of 14 tuk tuks offer a range of tours – from their 30-minute tour, their popular Progressive Dinner, and special occasion celebrations – that zip around our pathways and boardwalks highlighting the history, landscape, and everything to do in Airlie Beach.

Just Tuk’n Around welcomed new owners in July 2023, Julia and Steve Whitton. They met on Long Island in 1992 and then worked on Long Island, Daydream Island and South Molle Island for a decade.

After managing resorts on the Gold Coast for 20 years Steve was desperate to get back to the Whitsundays.

Being a natural entertainer, Steve started working for Just Tuk’n Around as a tour guide just so he could ride around all day looking at the beautiful scenery and talking to people. When the business came up for sale, he realised he had found his perfect job.

Their advice to other businesses is that your team and customer service are everything, your number one priority. A great team providing a great customer service experience is unbeatable, your secret weapon.

As members of the Chamber, the Whitton’s have been excited to see the recent development of the Chamber and the positive steps they are taking not only for local businesses but the community as a whole. This month’s article showcasing our diverse businesses community was brought to you in partnership with the Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Whitsunday Life Newspaper.

A Minute With The Mayor

This month marks Domestic and Family Violence Awareness Month, a time when we come together as a community to acknowledge the significance of this issue in our society.

As Mayor, I stand with our community in raising awareness and advocating for the prevention of domestic and family violence. While there is heightened national interest in this issue at the moment, it’s important to recognise that the problem is ongoing.

I had the honour of attending candle lighting ceremonies in Bowen and Cannonvale last week where we remembered those affected in our community. Let us continue to raise awareness, support survivors and strive for a future free from violence in our homes and communities.

At the last Council Meeting, a decision was reached to initiate community consultation concerning the available options for replacing the Dingo Beach Stinger net. We understand the critical role this net plays in ensuring the safety of beachgoers, particularly during stinger season. It’s essential that any decision regarding the replacement of the net reflects the needs and viability for the community into the future. I encourage residents to keep an eye out in the newspaper and on our online engagement portal, Your Say Whitsunday, for your chance to have a say in the coming weeks.

Works are well underway on our Collinsville Pump Track, located in Darcy Munro Park. Our contractor has been busy

shaping berms, installing drainage and asphalting the track.

This week will see the finalisation of the track and laying natural and synthetic turf. So, to the kids (and parents!), prep your scooters and bikes, keep an eye out for the opening date announcement and get excited for your first ride soon!

Thanks to the Bowen Rail Company for funding the project that adds yet another outdoor activity to Collinsville and provides our children with a safe and enjoyable space to play, exercise, and connect with each other.

Don’t miss the historic Freedom of Entry event this Saturday 11 May as hundreds of uniformed soldiers from 3rd Combat Engineers Regiment (3CER) of Townsville march through Airlie Beach Main Street. Building on the Freedom to the City bestowed upon 3CER in 2017, this year’s celebration marks the first granting of Freedom of Entry to the Whitsunday Region. This is our opportunity for the Whitsunday Region to show our respect and gratitude to the Regiment for helping the entire Whitsunday region get back on its feet after the turmoil of Tropical Cyclone Debbie in March 2017.

I encourage everyone across the region to join us for this impressive spectacle and community gathering at the Airlie Beach Foreshore, including the Lions Airlie Beach Markets and an Australian Defence Force display.

Contributed with thanks to Ry Collins.

Whitsunday Regional Council is offering FREE bushfire resilience training and Property Bushfire Plans for landowners, funded by the Commonwealth Government’s Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants Program.

These sessions help participants assess risks and learn crucial mitigation strategies. Training is available in Proserpine, Collinsville, Cannonvale, and Bowen to enhance community resilience against potential bushfires.

Call 1300 972 753 to enquire.

Owner Steve Whitton pedalling to success. Photo credit: Supplied

Manager of Bowen Tourism and Business, Leanne Abernethy and Visitor Services Co-ordinator, Glenn Womal with the letter of congratulations. Photo supplied

ROB TAYLOR Expands The Brand

After a successful six years in business, Taylors Property Specialists is charting new waters with its expansion into Proserpine, a key market which owner Rob Taylor, has earmarked for extensive growth.

Purchasing Whitsunday Realty earlier this year, Rob’s strategic business plan identifies a young, dynamic element coming into the Proserpine market, alongside future overall growth of a broader region set to boom in the coming years.

identical moral standards and that’s the reason the broader business works so well.”

Launching as an independent real estate agency six years ago, Taylors Property Specialists has always been determined to do things a little differently. Rob remembers that when he started out in real estate, he was among the first to use his profile picture on signs and create a personal brand in the region. He loves setting trends and staying ahead of the game.

“We’ve got a really good market share that we are proud of, but we were keen to make a change. It’s not about being the biggest, but there’s an opportunity to come in and do something different in a new area, and that’s what excites us.”

Having worked in real estate for over 20 years, Rob is a seasoned veteran in the industry who leads his business with integrity, dedication, and performance.

Over the past six years he has nurtured a strong dynamic team with a vibrant culture and cohesive work ethic.

“When you walk through the door this is your work family, and this office is your work home,” said Rob.

“Everyone who works here has virtually

One trend he is witnessing now is a new, young demographic moving to Proserpine. At just 20 minutes from Airlie Beach, and a lot more affordable, Proserpine is quickly becoming known as the ‘place to live’. Likening it to some of the old Brisbane suburbs, Rob has witnessed young couples purchase old Queenslanders and spend their weekends renovating, creating beautiful houses and strong investments along the way.

Leading one of the most respected real estate agencies in the region, Rob is at the helm of a highly dynamic, highly valued and much-loved local brand that continues to evolve and expand with the community it serves.

BRAD SOBOTT Property Specialist

Awell-known face across the region, Brad Sobott has an extensive reputation for not only his real estate professionalism but also his work within the community. A professional auctioneer, when he’s not selling houses, Brad is often called upon to utilise his skills as a charity auctioneer. He is recognised as one of the most experienced auctioneers in the Whitsundays having called over 500 auctions, both from the podium and within private negotiation.

With an extensive career that spans almost 25 years, Brad has worked across multiple agencies including operating his own agency in the past. He has also won countless industry awards. Moving to the Whitsundays with his young family in 2009, Brad elected to stay for “a little while” which ultimately became a “long while” when he realised

how much he loved the region as a place to raise a family.

While Brad brings a lot of experience to the table, he also believes the attentiveness and sensitivity with which he treats his clients throughout the process really sets him apart.

Brad deeply values the trust placed in him to assist in what is for many people one of their biggest transactions and does his utmost to ensure the process is memorable for the right reasons.

Prioritising long-standing relationships, Brad always forms strong connections within the community and runs his portfolio with integrity, diligence and passion. These work ethics form the basis of Brad’s impeccable reputation and drive him to not only be the best real estate agent, but also the best person he can.

Ted with Taylors in 2019, when she was brought in to establish the residential rental department.

Under Natalie’s direction, the leasing department has expanded and developed to the point of requiring four full time property managers, administration and support staff and a large commercial portfolio within five years.

More than just a transaction, Natalie believes that every interaction is personal, and it is this attitude that adds deeper meaning to her services, and one that clients appreciate.

By using effective communication and a commitment to integrity, Natalie’s team builds lasting relationships with both their lessor clients and tenant customers alike, ensuring their needs are met to a very high standard.

“For me, it isn’t just about leasing properties; it’s about helping people to achieve

their goals, whether it be increasing their wealth through their investment portfolio or settling into their new home,” she shared.

“I believe in the power of teamwork and empowering my staff to draw upon all of our experiences to cultivate an environment where everyone can thrive.

“At Taylors, we don’t just lease properties; we aim to find the right person for the right property by listening to our customer’s needs and working together to find solutions.

“Ensuring each interaction is infused with professionalism, warmth, and a touch of fun helps us to achieve our goals.”

Originally from Victoria, Natalie moved to the Whitsundays with her family in 2016. She is now thriving within the community and redefining the role of property management on a broader scale so that everyone benefits from the attitude she infuses into every aspect of her life.

RHETT NELSON Property Specialist

AWhitsunday local for the past 12 years, Rhett intrinsically understands the ebbs and flows of the community and his good-natured personality is always a pleasure to deal with.

With a genuine desire to help and a dash of good humour, clients feel ease in Rhett’s company, and when they witness his professionalism, they know they are in safe hands.

An agent who takes pride in building strong relationships, Rhett has a genuine desire to help and will always go above and beyond to create the best possible outcome for his clients.

With a deep understanding of the local real estate market Rhett is able to provide invaluable insights to his clients that assist with both the buying and selling process.

Having helped countless individuals and families find their dream homes in the town and surrounding areas, Rhett is respected among his peers and valued by all his clients.

Known for his friendly demeanour and his willingness to help, every property transaction is conducted with genuine care, attention to detail and upmost consideration to all parties involved.

Rhett recognises that buying or selling a property can be a complex and emotional process and he works tirelessly to provide his clients with all the information they need to make an informed decision.

His commitment to establishing strong, trusting relationships is a testament to his dedication to providing exceptional service.

With a wealth of experience spanning many years, Ali is known for her unwavering commitment and exceptional service and always goes above and beyond to ensure a positive outcome.

Ali’s strength lies in her ability to cultivate lasting relationships with clients and tenants alike.

Whether you’re a property owner seeking management solutions, a business looking to lease space or you need a storage shed.

Approachable, knowledgeable and professional, Ali is dedicated to providing a per-

sonalised service to suit your needs.

Having relocated to the Whitsundays in 2000, Ali moved to the area after enjoying many happy childhood holidays spent on her grandparents’ sugar cane farm in Glen Isla.

For all your inquiries regarding the management or leasing of your commercial investment property, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Contact Ali on 0461 496 380 or email commercial@taylorspropertyspecialists. com.au

Introducing our region’s first buyers’ agency, Whitsundays Property Buyers, a dedicated local service that assists with one of the most important decisions you will ever make in your life – buying a new home.

At the heart of the transaction, a buyers’ agent is a Licensed Real Estate professional who offers impartial advice to people so they can make informed decisions at every step of their home-buying journey.

With access to both on and off market properties, Whitsundays Property Buyers open the door to an array of options that may not otherwise be in your realm of discovery.

By listening to your wants and needs, they offer a personalised service which really connects and offers a higher level of advice, eliminating the stress of finding a home and tailoring potential properties specifically to meet your requirements. In addition to sourcing the right property, Whitsundays Property Buyers can also hold your hand throughout the whole experience - from negotiating the deal and securing the right

price to attending an auction for you and dealing with contracts and legalities to make the process seamless and stress free through to settlement.

With a range of packages available, Whitsundays

Property Buyers can be with you every step of the way, or you can simply select individual services that match your requirements.

Owners of Whitsundays Property Buyers, Drew and Lara Kell-Colliver, launched their business earlier this week, this huge milestone representing meticulous planning and a dream come true.

The two experienced Licenced Real Estate Agents moved to Cannonvale last year to start their family, selecting this location after countless visits and family holidays to the region throughout their lives.

Drew has been working within the real estate industry since 2014 and Lara has worked in National Sales Management for luxury fashion brands for over a decade before moving across to Real Estate Sales four years ago.

The pair met when they worked for a real estate agency in the Sunshine Coast and were the “secret office romance” before making it official and starting a successful selling team.

It was when they decided to start looking at properties in the Whitsundays that they saw a massive gap in the market for a buyer’ agency, a service which is very popular in other areas of the country.

“We found the experience of buying a property here extremely hard, because we were flying up on Saturdays to view houses, geographically it was very challenging” explained Lara.

“If there was a buyers’ agency here at the

time, we would have definitely utilised that service.”

Excited to pioneer this unique service in the region, Drew and Lara are looking forward to setting a high benchmark which embodies exceptional service, simplicity, and reward for clients, by facilitating unified efficiency between buyers and local real estate.

“We’re here to take the stress and the pressure away and make everything as seamless as possible for all parties,” expressed Drew.

“With our services, prospective purchasers can be confident that they have an expert team working diligently and exclusively for them to find the perfect home and make a sound investment for their future.”

Lara and Drew Colliver from Whitsundays Property Buyers. Photo supplied

Workshops, Activities And Outings With The Whitsunday Leisure Activity Centre

“This is the best place in the world.”

“You’ll never find a better place than this in the world.”

This is how two regulars at the Whitsunday Leisure Activity Centre describe the place where they go to relax, connect and enjoy a range of activities.

The Whitsunday Leisure Activity Centre provide group social support to the elderly or people living with disabilities.

Workshops, art therapy and DrumFun are just some of the things they offer.

Chief Executive Officer, Jayne Milne says through their workshops and activities they hope to combat the onset of dementia and provide an all-abilities environment.

People absolutely love going to the centre and Jayne said that they have recently had a participant that was extremely sick but he had to come back in for his own peace of mind and mental health.

“He had to come back in here even though he’s not well, his daughter said that her Dad’s mood picked-up afterwards, he was really depressed and as soon as he walked back in here you’d never know anything’s wrong with him,” Jayne added.

The Whitsunday Leisure Activity Centre offers transport so everybody can be in-

cluded if they want to participate in social connection, support and of course fun activities.

With a host of exciting new events coming up, it’s understandable why people do not want to miss out.

This Friday they have a high tea, luncheon to celebrate Mother’s Day, and at the end of the month they have their Biggest Morning Tea fundraiser.

The Biggest Morning Tea will be open to the public too.

Jayne believes in getting the members out to have a little bit of fun and the next outing is the Mad Hatters Tea Party.

“That’s just something to get the guys out for a little bit of fun, because we do an outing each month.”

The Whitsunday Leisure Activity Centre is kind of a hidden gem, Jayne says people predominantly hear of them through word of mouth.

With this in mind, Jayne would like to get a message out to the community that any elderly people or those living with a disability are welcome to attend this free service.

Jayne says the main thing they focus on is creating a safe environment.

“We try and make it as safe an environment as possible, a place they feel loved, welcomed and valued.

“We’re almost like second family to some people.”

Careers Evening Inspires Local Students

More than 250 students and their family members attended Proserpine State High School’s Apprenticeship and Traineeship Evening last week. Industry representatives flew in from a range of locations, including capital cities and apprentice guest speakers travelled in from mine camps to speak at the school’s inaugural event.

The aim of the evening was to prepare students for entering the workforce and helping them understand what’s involved in an apprenticeship or traineeship application process.

It also provided students with the opportunity to meet industry experts and ask questions face-to-face.

Guest speakers from Abbott Point Operations, Wilmar and MAS National discussed application processes, what employers are looking for from applicants and the importance of report cards, resumes and cover letters when applying.

They also highlighted the importance of knowledge of the business you are applying for and what services and support are in place once you start an apprenticeship or traineeship.

A panel of former Proserpine State High School students who are currently undertaking apprenticeships and traineeships inspired students with their stories of success.

Proserpine State High School Senior Schooling Officer Mrs Bernie Porter thanked those who attended, especially representatives from each of the industry businesses for giving up their valuable time to speak with families about their child’s future employment opportunities.

“We’ve already received positive feedback from attendees who are looking forward

to next year’s event,” she said.

“We’re hoping to make it bigger and better next year with a wider variety of industry representation.”

The following day MAS National staff followed up at the school with an apprenticeship information session where Proserpine State High School Certificate II Skills for Work students were able to have their resumes proofed and participate in mock interviews to prepare them for their transition into the workforce.

“We are extremely grateful to all our industry attendees and presenters for the investment in making this event such a success,” said school Principal Mr Don McDermid.

“Their commitment to supporting, guiding and inspiring the next generation of young people making their way into the workforce has been invaluable.

“Our school looks forward to continued partnerships with business and industries to provide students with a broad array of post-school pathways when entering the workforce.”

Chief Executive Officer, Jayne Milne. Photo Credit: Daniel Milne

Proserpine State High School Senior Schooling Team. Photo supplied

Don’t Be Scared, Just Be Aware

With one in two people receiving a cancer diagnosis during their lifetime, cancer is rapidly moving from being a taboo subject, into a commonly discussed and often shared experience, where we can relate, support and tackle the disease together.

While everyone is nervous about heading to the doctor to check an unusual lump, pain or symptom, it is vital that we all take responsibility for our health and make the appointment.

Countless studies have shown that when cancer is picked up in its early stages, not only the prognosis, but also the treatment options improve. Basically, your chances of survival increase dramatically with early detection.

The main message that health organisations are wishing to get across in regards to cancer symptom awareness is that it’s important to be aware of what is normal for you and speak to your doctor if you notice any unusual changes or something that won’t go away.

In the majority of cases, the symptoms are caused by something less serious than cancer, but it is important to get them checked anyway.

Here is a list of signs and symptoms to look out for:

Very Heavy Night Sweats Or Fever

Sweating at night or having a high temperature (fever) can be caused by infections or a side effect of certain medications. It’s also often experienced by women around the time of the menopause. But speak to your doctor if you have very heavy, drenching night sweats, or an unexplained fever.

Fatigue

There are lots of reasons why you may feel more tired than usual, particularly if you’re going through a stressful event, or having trouble sleeping. But if you’re feeling tired all the time, or, for no clear reason, it could be a sign that something is wrong - speak to your doctor.

Unexplained Bleeding Or Bruising

Unexplained bleeding or bruising when you have not hurt yourself is important to get checked out by your doctor. This includes blood in your poo or pee, as well as vomiting or coughing up blood. It also includes any unexplained vaginal bleeding between periods, after sex or after the menopause. No matter how much blood or what colour it is (blood can be red, or a darker colour like brown or black), speak to your doctor.

Unexplained Pain Or Ache

Pain is one way our body tells us that something is wrong. As we get older, it’s more common to experience aches and pains. But unexplained or persistent pain

anywhere in the body could be a sign of something more serious.

Unexplained Weight Loss

Small weight changes over time are quite normal, but if you have lost a noticeable amount of weight without trying to, tell your doctor.

Unusual Lump Or Swelling Anywhere

Persistent lumps or swelling in any part of your body should be taken seriously. This includes any lumps in the neck, armpit, stomach, groin, chest, breast, or testicle. Information supplied by Cancer Research.

GIG GUIDE

Friday 19 April

• The Pub: Andy Mammers (7pm – 10pm)

• Reef Gateway: Sam McCann (6pm –9pm)

• Jubilee Tavern: Rebelquin (6pm – 9pm)

• Grand View Hotel: Erin Reus (8pm –12am)

• KC’s: Tash (from 8pm)

Saturday 11 May

• The Pub: The Australian ABBA Tribute Show (2pm – 5.30pm)

• The Pub: Andy Mammers (7pm – 10pm)

• Reef Gateway: Rebelquin (6pm – 9pm)

• Grand View Hotel: Mike Duff (8pm –12am)

• KC’s: Chriss Booroff (from 8pm)

Sunday 12 May

• The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: The Australian ABBA Tribute Show (2pm –5.30pm)

• The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Lloyd Saunders (6.30pm – 9.30pm)

• Grand View Hotel: Mike Duff (4pm –8pm)

• The Belvedere: Geoff and Dave Willis (12pm – 3pm)

• KC’s: Noah Davies (from 8pm)

Monday 13 May

• The Belvedere: Eli Madhok (from 5.30pm)

• KC’s: Scotty Wilson (from 8pm) Tuesday 14 May

• KC’s: Phoebe Jacobs (from 8pm)

Wednesday 15 May

• KC’s: Ferg (from 8pm)

Thursday 16 May

• KC’s: Ferg (from 8pm)

Open Air Movie?

Are you looking for a way to spend a Friday evening outside with the family?

The Airlie Beach Movie Screen has regular showings with many of your family favourite movies.

The screen is located on the Airlie Beach Foreshore and the whole community is welcome to come down with their picnic blankets to enjoy an openair movie under the stars.

The film viewings start at 6pm, are entirely free and are held every second Friday of the month.

FRIDAY 31 MAY

The Last Daughter

As part of National Reconciliation Week the next showing is of The Last Daughter (2022). The Last Daughter is a documentary feature film which follows Brenda Matthews on

a journey to unearth the truth about her past, and to reconcile the two sides of her family.

FRIDAY 14 JUNE

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone

Start the Harry Potter journey. Watch Harry start from his orphan beginnings and embark on his adventure into the wizarding world.

FRIDAY 5 JULY

The Sapphires

Set in 1968’s Australia and starring Australia’s very own superstar Jessica Mauboy, this film tells the true story of four sisters that are discovered by a talent scout. The sisters journey takes them to Vietnam to sing in front of American soldiers.

Showings are weather dependant and might be rearranged if weather is poor.

WHAT'S ON

May

11 Freedom of Entry Parade, Airlie Beach Main Street, from 9.30am

11 Mini Roller Disco, PCYC from 10am

12 Jazz Event, Colonial Palms, from 3pm

18 Mini Roller Disco, PCYC from 10am

18 Ross Wilson & the Peaceniks at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre from 7.30pm

21 Sailability, Whitsunday Sailing Club, from 9am

25 Mini Roller Disco, PCYC from 10am

25 CQ Rescue Charity Golf Day, Proserpine Golf Club, from 9am

25 St Mary’s Bowen Family Fun Day, Location TBA, from 2pm

26 Jazz Event, Colonial Palms, from 3pm

31 Reconciliation Week – Bowen Twilight Markets, Hansen Park, Horseshoe Bay Road from 4pm

31 National Reconciliation Week Twilight Markets & Airlie Beach Movie Night – The Last Daughter, Airlie Beach Foreshore, from 5pm June

1 Mini Roller Disco, PCYC from 10am

4 Sailability, Whitsunday Sailing Club, from 9am

8 Mini Roller Disco, PCYC from 10am

8 Dreams – Fleetwood Mac & Stevie Nicks Show, at Proserpine Entertainment Centre from 7.30pm

9 Queensland Day, at Proserpine Entertainment Centre, from 10am

13 Morning Melodies - Some Enchanted Evening - The Songs of Rodgers & Hammerstein, at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre from 11am

14 Airlie Beach Movie Night – Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone, Airlie Beach Foreshore, from 6pm

14 Umbilical Brothers ‘The Distraction’, at the PEC from 8pm

15 Mini Roller Disco, PCYC from 10am

15 Barra and Boots Music Festival, Lake Proserpine, from 1pm

18 Sailability, Whitsunday Sailing Club, from 9am

20 Adults Social Skating, Rolldance Skate School, at Cannonvale State School Hall, from 5.30pm

21 A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre, from 7.30pm

July

2 Sailability, Whitsunday Sailing Club, from 9am

10 You Are a Doughnut, at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre, from 12pm and from 6pm

12 Airlie Beach Movie Night – Rio, Airlie Beach Foreshore, from 6pm

16 The Sunshine Club, at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre, from 7.30pm

MUM’S DAY

IS JAZZ DAY

ENJOY AN ARVO OF LIVE JAZZ ON OUR DECK Bar and Tapas From 3 pm Wine and cocktail Specials

MOTHER’S DAY GIVE AWAY

Every Mum receives a ticket in our free give away. The Prize… Stay, Wine & Dine Package

Package includes. One night’s KING ROOM Accommodation, 2 course dinner for two ppl, bottle of Alkoomi wine (valued at $350.00)

Mums must be present on the day to claim prize. Drawn at 5.30 pm on Mother’s Day.

AFTERNOON OF LIVE JAZZ ON THE DECK

Sunday 12th May

Jazz sensation Nick Di Gregorio with special guest David Downer from 3 PM | Bar & Tapas all afternoon

Be seen on the deck not from it | Book your table or just chance it

Open for breakfast daily 7am – 9am | Bar open from 2.30pm | Dinner from 6pm Ph

Jazz sensation Nick Di Gregorio with special Guest artist David Downer. (Piano)

London Calling!

The Pub’s Birthday Celebrations

Did you think ‘Back to the 70’s & 80’s Band’ was the only Pub Birthday celebrations? Well, you thought wrong.

In addition to the light-hearted fun, you will enjoy with the ‘Back to the 70’s & 80’s Band’, you will also be amazed by the internationally touring tribute act ‘London Calling’ who are also coming to celebrate The Pub’s birthday in style.

Starring three internationally touring tribute performers ‘London Calling’ is the highest quality tribute act and it promises to be a once in a lifetime experience.

You will witness three talented performers pay tribute to English rock legends, Led Zeppelin, Queen and Rod Stewart.

Freddie Mercury from Queen is performed by Fernando Castro and he is the first tribute act to headline on the Las Vegas strip. It is also said that he has a fantastic voice, on par with the real Freddie Mercury, but you have to hear it to believe it!

Robert Plant from Led Zeppelin is performed by Michael Anderson, his long hair and epic stage presence providing

audiences with an uncanny replication of the real Robert Plant.

Rod Stewart is performed by Rob Cau dill, he has spent 15 years performing in Las Vegas and all his life he has been told he looks and sounds exactly like Rod Stewart. So, when Joe Walsh from ‘The Eagles’ suggested to him that he should pursue a career in being a trib ute artist, he did and has never looked back.

Rob Caudill says it’s as close to the real thing as you can get.

“It’s a very interesting concept to me, Robert Plant, Freddie Mercury and Rod Stewart,” Rob said.

“And I mean, the only problem is there’s so many hits, you can’t really cut them off!

“It’s a great show and I’m really proud to be in it.”

WHAT: London Calling

WHERE: The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel WHEN: Saturday 18 May (7pm – 10pm) & Sunday 19 May (2pm – 5.30pm) TICKETS table is recommended.

Festival Bookshop

For Whitsundays Writers Festival

The Whitsundays Writers Festival, which is due to take place in September this year, has just announced that for the first time in its history, there will be a dedicated Festival Bookshop as part of the landmark event.

Already offering an innovative new festival format with events such as the Book Club High Tea, The Whitsundays Literary Heart Awards, Love Letter To Queensland and Karaoke Poetry, the event is set to be a game-changer in the local event space.

Part of this inspiring vision is to engage with local authors and aspiring writers, with the official bookshop offering everyone a platform to engage and leverage their profile.

Selecting Beach Book Boutique as its official Festival Bookshop, the Whitsundays Writers Festival is thrilled to announce a partnership with passionate book-lover and owner if the store, Belinda Harris.

“We are looking forward to having a great weekend with the Festival, meeting like-minded people and some amazing authors – including our local writers!”

Established in September 2015, Airlie Beach’s iconic independent bookstore overlooks the expansive lagoon. It offers new releases and second-hand books instore and online, including their unique book exchange for new and high-quality recycled books.

Beach Book Boutique will be selling select titles of both Festival speakers and local authors, and will host meet and greet sessions and book signings during the Festival.

A smaller bookshop will also be on-site at Festival venues.

WHAT: Whitsundays Writers Festival

WHEN: 6-8 September

TICKETS: Early Bird Weekend Passes on sale now www.whitsundayswriters.com

Are you a local writer with a published book?

If so, you will be able to sell your titles through the official Festival Bookshop.

Local writers who purchase a 3-day ticket can then pay an additional $100 (plus GST) to become a Featured Local Author and receive a number of exclusive benefits, including a national platform to promote their books and the opportunity to be selected as a showcase author at the Festival’s closing event – the Local Author Long Lunch. Contact the Festival to learn more.

All Day Mother’s Day Celebrations

At The Reef Gateway

Don’t miss out on the all-day Mother’s Day celebrations at the Reef Gateway, where your festivities will be covered from sunrise to sunset.

If you’re early risers the buffet breakfast starts at 9am and runs until 11am, it’s a great way to start the morning.

Filled with all of your hot and cold food favourites, it will be a breakfast that will delight.

The breakfast costs $36 for adults, $15 for ages 6-12 and under 5’s are free.

Mum will also get a complimentary drink on arrival after 10am.

If Mum feels like a lie in on Mother’s Day, the Reef Gateway is open are lunch and dinner too.

Reserve a table and you can enjoy their à la carte menu, filled with all of your pub favourites.

But it’s not just food and drinks that Mum will enjoy, there is also live music, which will run from 12pm – 3pm.

Whether Mum enjoys breakfast, lunch or dinner, the Reef Gateway will please everyone this Mother’s Day.

BOWEN S SUMMERGARDEN CINEMAS

“KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES” (M) 145mins. Action/Adventure/Sci-Fi Many years after the reign of Caesar, a young ape goes on a journey that will lead him to question everything he’s been

define a future for apes and humans alike. Stars: Freya Allen, Kevin Durand, Dichen Lachman, William H. Macy

“BACK TO BLACK” (M) 115mins. Biography/Drama/Music

The life and music of Amy Winehouse, through the journey of adolescence to adulthood and the creation of one of the best-selling albums of our time.

“THE FALL GUY” (M) 126mins. Action/Comedy Colt Seavers is a stuntman who left the business a year earlier to focus on both his physical and mental health. He’s drafted back into service when the star of a mega-budget studio movie, which is being directed by his ex, goes missing. Stars: Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt, Hannah Waddingham

“WHAT ABOUT SAL” 97mins. Based on a True Story (ADDRESS BY FAMOUS AUSTRALIAN FILM STAR: JOHN JARRATT THEN A QUESTION AND ANSWER SEGMENT AFTER

MOVIE) With his mother dying of lung cancer, Sal, in his 30’s and with Down Syndrome, embarks on a journey to find his father - a rock band singer that his mother had a one-night stand with - 30 years ago. Stars: Gerard O’Dwyer, Justin Banks, Chad R. Bennett

Cruisin’ Through The Whitsundays

Calling all car enthusiasts!

Whitsunday Cruisin’ Car Club is hosting their annual Show & Shine event at the Coral Sea Marina later this month and everyone is invited.

Soak up the glorious views over the marina while simultaneously taking a stroll through the dozens of parked up classic vehicles.

From muscle cars to custom vehicles, motorcycles, hot rods and classic cars, there is something for every petrol-head to enjoy.

There will also be food vendors, coffee vans and ice cream available as food options.

If you aren’t a die-hard petrol head, the many stalls may interest you instead and there are activities for kids too.

Adult tickets cost $15 and children under 17 are free!

To enter your own vehicle in the Show & Shine, go to Whitsunday Cruisin’ Car Club’s website and complete the registration information.

This year the Whitsunday Cruisin’ Car Club Show & Shine event is supporting the Cancer Council Queensland and Jure Portelli Racing.

WHAT: Show & Shine

WHERE: Coral Sea Marina & Resort

WHEN: Saturday 25 May (8am – 2pm) TICKETS: Children under 17 are free, Adults $15

Stars: Marisa Abela, Eddie Marsan, Jack O’Connell

“THE TRUST FALL: JULIAN ASSANGE” (M) 128mins. Documentary

The story of a man who risked EVERYTHING to bring the truth to light. Stars: Julian Assange, Tariq Ali, Stella Assange

word on the street

IS THERE ENOUGH CULTURE HERE IN PROSERPINE AND THE WHITSUNDAYS?

Darren Sullivan

I’d probably say as far as the population and how much people want it, yeah, there would be, but probably not as much as other places. Most people just went down to Cannonvale or Airlie Beach where they have a bit more access to that. And I’d like to see more up here in Proserpine, it wouldn’t be a bad thing.

Nikki Ellis

I don’t think there’s enough here at all. But yeah, I think, art exhibitions and other things like that, I would absolutely like to see that. I’m a bit of a recluse. I stay at home a lot. So, I don’t really come out and do stuff. But I think with what the Proserpine Entertainment Centre (PEC) is doing with the comedy festivals is good, but I think there needs to be more.

Christine Perry

I’m just traveling through, but I do actually travel around Australia, I’ve been on the road for two and a half years. So, I go visit all these different towns. And this is my exploration walk to see what this is like. So, the one thing that does impress me is the cultural centre up there and then I noticed walking down here there was like a dance studio and those sorts of things and I think you don’t see that too often. So that’s a plus in I suppose a small country town.

Betty Atkinson

Well, for the older populations, what we have here with the PEC, the shows that come to the entertainment centre, it’s sufficient for them. But I think it’s more the people down towards Cannonvale, the younger generation, the talk of an art gallery and other things would interest them, I think that would be very helpful.

Toni-Ann Parry

More museums would be good. I know we’ve got one here in Proserpine and an art gallery it would be good. There’s only one museum here, and I’m in Airlie Beach so no, there isn’t enough, there’s only one.

For those of us who think little of jumping into a car at a moment’s notice and scooting off to Mackay in an hour and a half, day or night, it’s hard to imagine a time when Mackay was reached via Bowen per boat! Such was the case in 1908 when Mrs Eliza Fuller, her husband and very young daughter and son decided to visit friends there.

This is her story reported in the “Proserpine Guardian”.

Friends from Proserpine, the Velongs, had sold their farm and moved to a hotel in Mackay and invited the Fullers to visit. As Mrs Fuller previously had seen only Bowen and Proserpine, the invitation was accepted.

Travelling anywhere in those times was an undertaking of considerable dimensions. In addition to intense preparation days beforehand, it meant catching a 6 am coach to Bowen (after coming to Proserpine from their Strathdickie farm) and sitting in the sun in an open coach until they arrived in Bowen at 5pm then to bed in one of the hotels. Room service was poor in those days. The proprietor forgot to call the family early next morning in time for breakfast before embarkation and, after a frenzied late call of “Boat’s in!” they just had time to throw clothes in a basket after quickly dressing and running for it.

They were allocated a tiny cabin for the day’s run to Mackay, but nothing to eat, except an ice cream, until Midday.

More troubles in Mackay when the primitive landing arrangements had to be foregone owing to rough seas. Disembarkation was managed by slinging several people (the Fullers and their very young children in one lift) in a tarpaulin over the side of the ship’s winch, into a waiting row boat.

As it was too rough for the ship to land, one can imagine what it was like in a small row boat. Wet and tired, passengers were taken up the river and arrived at the hotel at dusk. But not their luggage basket which did not come ashore until ten o’clock the following morning. Although it took two long days to reach Mackay, the visit was enjoyed however Mrs Fuller was not impressed with that town at that time, as there were so many swamps around in the low-lying areas. They were enjoying the unusual break from the farm when late one day Mr Fuller heard a sugar boat returning direct to Proserpine that night. There was a wild rush to pack and say goodbye and they managed to board the vessel at 7 pm. Mrs Fuller and her two children were shown to a small shelter to spend the night.

It was rough and uncomfortable, lying on bare boards but they were too seasick to care. Mr Fuller spent the night on the open deck, talking and dozing, with the boat eventually running up the Proserpine River and reaching the old Glen Isla landing at six o’clock the next morning. In those days, much cargo was landed at this spot in the river which was serviced by a mill loco tramway pulling cane trucks equipped with a low cross rail on which passengers could sit. Mr Fuller had left his horse and buggy at the family’s farm out towards Breadalbane, and after a quick breakfast and some shopping in town, they harnessed the horses and were back home by noon.

Eliza Fuller certainly never had another trip quite like that again. And whilst it was a primitive journey, it was far preferable to going to Bowen via Proserpine – another a day’s journey by coach. Story and photo courtesy Proserpine Historical Museum

The landing at Glen Isla

Sea Eagles Back on the Winners List

Whitsunday Sea Eagles hit the road to Bakers Creek on Saturday to take on the Tigers in Seniors and Under 17s while Under 12s and 14s had a bye.

Senior Men Won 45 – 37

Sea Eagles Senior Men were back on the winners list this week with a hard fought win over Bakers Creek Tigers. The high pressure contest ended with Sea Eagles surviving a late challenge to hold on for their second win of the year. Jake Smith, Alex Rodgers and Ryan Mansfield were rock solid in defence whilst Xander Hall was strong in the ruck. Billy Galpin and Billy Gardner worked hard in the midfield to get the ball forward throughout the game. Brent Downie took an absolute screamer which will no doubt win mark of the year.

Best Players: Jake Smith, Alex Rodgers, Billy Galpin, Ryan Mansfield, Xander Hall, Billy Gardner

Goals: Jake Turner, Adam McKelvie, Billy Galpin, Jared Jones, Jacob Dewis, Ryan Mansfield, Ryan McMillan

Senior Women Lost 6 – 95

Best Players: Kylie Thompson, Kirra Sheppard, Lana Rademeyer, Georgia Whitton, Cleo Dickie, Chloe Bennett

Goal: Molly Bennett

Under 17s Won 60 – 0

Best Players: Foxx LaMonica, Brodan Cornwall, Nate Nicholls, Reeve Marshall, Liam Fuller

Goals: Brodan Cornwall (5), Cody Love (2), Zack Mitchell (2), Liam Fuller, Bon Withyman, Kohan Mau, Callum Edmondson, Zavier Goswell,

This week Whitsunday Sea Eagles Seniors and Under 17s are representing in the Mackay City vs Country sides with games being played in Mackay.

Contributed with thanks to Whitsunday Sea Eagles

Cannons Last Club Night for Season

The Cannons would like to commend the 5 swimmers who have set new Club Records over the past month. Congratulations to Jax Clayworth (10 yrs) for setting 25 metre Butterfly record, Ehsan Helou (15yrs) for setting 50 metre & 100 metre Breaststroke records, Jacob Bell (17yrs) for setting 200 metre IM & 800 metre Freestyle records and Jy Parkinson (18 yrs) for 50 metre Butterfly record.

Amanda Camm MP visited the Cannons on Wednesday night and presented club awards. Amanda presented Matilda Nicholes, Celeste Orenshaw, Sophie Palmero, Abi Maher, Tiana Bell, Don Algie, and Zach Trefz with Upgrade Certificates. Amanda also presented the Chocolate awards to Zach Trefz and Jack Ganter for their awesome PBs. Amanda also presented Stella Mulliss (5 yrs) with the Coaches Award for her 12 metre Backstroke.

During the week, four Cannonvale swim-

mers were named in the NQ School team for water polo. The Cannons would like to wish Holly Perrin, Jacob Bell, Tiana Bell and Tane Dennison the best of luck at the Queensland Championships.

Over the weekend, Don Algie travelled to Cairns to compete at the NQ Games. Don’s best swims include: silver medal in the 50 metre Breaststroke in a time of 44.22 seconds (a 1.52 second PB) and bronze medal swims in 50 metre Butterfly (with 3.10 second PB) and 200 metre Freestyle (3.78 second PB). Congratulations, Don!

Cannonvale swimmers continue to keep up their swimming for their fitness, while others have their sights on a Pioneer carnival or the open water/triathlon season.

The Cannonvale Cannons are looking forward to the annual Presentation Night which will be held on 1st June.

Contributed with thanks to Raylene Rasmussen.

Photo Credit: Submitted by Whitsunday Sea Eagles

Photo Credit: Kylie Allen

Proserpine Golf

Anoth -

er rainy week saw Tuesday’s stableford competition won by Jonny Brooks with 36 points, one ahead of Adam Maggs. Jonny Brooks, Adam Maggs and Matthew Muller won the pin shots.

Ned Davies had 36 points to win Thursday’s competition by four shots from Bailey Neumann. Pascal Neunreuther won the pin shot.

Friday’s Met run saw Brendan Spann score 21 points to beat Mark Thompson by two shots; and Ryan Wilkes won the pin shot.

Bailey Hayward took out Saturday’s RGH monthly medal with a nett 68 and beat his C grade colleague Vic Feldman by a shot. Matthew Goldman edged out Clay Coles on 69 nett for the B grade medal. Jason Bourke had 71 nett to beat Nick Watson by a shot in the A division, and Tina

Badenhorst edged out Jacqueline Wall with 77 nett in the ladies’ division. Jason Bourke, Matthew Goldman and Bailey Hayward had the best gross scores in each grade. Pins went to Vic Feldman, Bailey Hayward, Jason Bourke, Brian Allen, Tina Badenhorst and Robyn Whitham.

Sunday’s monthly medal winner was Brent Franke a fine 66 nett in beating Finbar O’Flynn by four shots. Robyn Whitham edged out Tiina Randmae with 77 nett for the ladies’ medal. Pins went to Paul Gray, Scott Lee, Pamela Casey, Diane Chard, Penny Wardroper and Tom O’Brien.

Contributed with thanks to Proserpine Golf Pro Shop

GOLF

Whitsunday Golf Club Weekly Report

Whitsunday golfers bit the bullet, took on the PGC course, it was still quite wet after recent rain, to play the May MM and least putts. The weather stayed dry for the morning and the sun broke through towards the end of the game for the 16 competitors.

LADIES A GRADE :

Winner : Tiina Randmae with 75 nett

Runner-up : Anna Winterbourn with 79

Longest Drive : Anna Winterbourn

LADIES B GRADE :

Winner : Robyn Whitham with 75 nett

Runner-up : Pam Casey with 87

Longest Drive : Robyn Whitham

MEN’S A GRADE :

Winner : Mata Browne with 73 nett

Runner-up : Wayne Temby with 75

Longest Drive : Mata Browne

On The Whitsunday Green

The 9-hole weekly competition saw James Mathews in first place with 22 points, second with 21 points was Dennis Moss and third place with a 20 point c/b was Edwina Pettiford.

Fridays 9-hole stableford competition saw Tony Spurway in first place with 23 points, second place with 22 points was Melinda Macleod and third place with 21 points was Travis Clinch.

Sundays PAR svs 18-hole competition

saw Dean Barnard first place with +4 c/b, second place with a +4 was Tyson Flavel and third place with a +3 Jimmy Millar.

Nearest the pin was Glenn Rees. A big congratulations to Alan Clinch who got a hole in one this week on hole 4.

This Sunday 12th May will be 4 ball better ball, tee off at 8.30am-9.30am.

Contributed with thanks to Kate Cross.

Barnard,

MEN’S B GRADE

Winner : Dean Kercher with 74 nett

Runner-up : David Hoy with 80

Longest Drive : David Hoy

NTPs :

For the ladies : Tiina Randmae (on the 2nd) and Jo Moynihan (on the 6th)

For the men : Leigh Jones (on the 5th) and Mata Browne (on the 9th)

LEAST PUTTS : Anna Winterbourn and Aaron Watts

NAGAs : The honours went to Jo Moynihan and Leigh Jones, a drink courtesy of Aaron and Tracy Watts, proprietors of RADS Whitsunday who provide respite accommodation and disability support services.

NEXT WEEK : Will be a single Stableford competition, get your names in early so we can play in a block.

Contributed with thanks to Tiina Randmae

BRIDGE

1 bridge players from the Bowen Bridge Club and two from Airlie Beach Bridge Club competed over four days in Mackay in one of the premier congresses in Queensland, Barrier Reef Congress.

Two new Bowen players were winners in the Novice section under 50 points, congratulations to Bev Lowcock and her partner Jill Brabon.

Linda Priday from Airlie Beach Club and her partner Joy Brunette from the Mackay Bridge Club took 3rd place in the Novice section.

Contributed with thanks to Lydie Martin.

Bev Lowcock and Jill Brabon

Linda Priday and Joy Brunette. Photos supplied

Photo supplied

Dean

Photo supplied

Airlie Bowls News

Tuesday afternoon Bowls saw a great performance by Di Jackson to prove anything is possible if you really want it, with a great win against Rhonda Lloyd 25-20. Tuesday afternoon also saw skipper Tony Whitehorn with lead Mark Mawson comfortable winners on the day.

Wednesday afternoon Jackpot bowls saw Merve Stewart with bar manager Fiona Greener and Rick Galea sitting under an umbrella thinking about the arrival of the hard cover as no bowls was played and Business House Bowls was also cancelled.

Friday morning saw the disability group arrive for their first attempt at lawn bowls and Michael showed having no legs is not a disability and sprang out of his wheelchair onto the carpet and really bowled well with Cathy and John also showing that they both could become decent bowlers.

Friday afternoon saw 23 children from Christian College come for Round Two with Tommy , Shaneah , Amelia , and Ashmeen showing great skills to name a few.

Saturday morning Scroungers saw a fantastic win in a gripping final by Maureen Barnard with Carol Crosbie winning the B Division.

BOWLS

Sunday afternoon Social Bowls saw some wonderful team performances with special mention to Billy Gordon who’s return to bowling after losing his leg and taking up the stick was super impressive; however it was Tony Kelly’s team of lead Dawn Dowell and second John Brown run away winners from the rest of the field.

Contributed with thanks to Mark Mawson.

Prossie Bowls

The weather has been a bit of a handbrake on games progressing but with perseverance, progress is being made.

Wednesday afternoon’s social bowls was cancelled.

On Saturday, Dale Haack defeated Ken Watts 26 - 3 and Sandy Daffara defeated Bruce Uhe 26 - 13 in Senior Singles. Gavin Noonan defeated Nathaniel Watts 26 – 4, Harry Craig defeated Todd Leys 25 - 19 in “B” Singles. Nathaniel Watts and Gavin Noonan defeated Alen Sanderson and Harry Craig 30 - 14 in “B” Pairs. Vince Olsen, Barry Saroglia (sub for Luchie Gardel) and Bryan Davy defeated Bruce Uhe, Barry Zillmann and Philip Brown 31 - 22 in 2 Bowl Triples.

Sunday afternoon the weather was

BOWLS

perfect for a couple of games of Social Bowls. Stanley Lawton, Heather Brown and Peter Lawton defeated Simone Griffith, Heather Brown and Philip Brown 27 – 14. Arthur Griffith, Joan Atkinson (visitor from Innisfail) and Sandy Daffara defeated John Anderson, Mary Hedgelong and Mike Harrison 19 - 12.

Best wishes to all the players involved in the District teams for Mackay at next week’s BQ State District Sides.

Pennants season is approaching quickly now with the first games being Saturday May 18 and Sunday May 19. Both teams will be on away games on the Saturday and home games for the Sunday.

Contributed with thanks to Heather Brown.

Darts Report

This week in the Premier League, it was a great opportunity for two players, Dom Friend and Jamie Maher to make a charge on those at the top end of the league table.

Both men had two matches on the day, one of which was a head-to-head battle, but we’ll start with Jamie’s first match against Naomi Mitchell.

Naomi had defeated Jamie in the group stages of the Anzac Plate last week, and here again she made him work hard in the early stages of this one.

At 2/1 up, Jamie was looking every bit as uncomfortable as his darts were suggesting due to Naomi’s scoring pressure, and it could quite easily have been 2 apiece only

Bowen Bowls Competition Games

Club Pairs : Lou Fordham and Helen Jacobsen defeated Ross Scanlon and Gavin Charles.

Sunday Social: Keith Kirk, Marion Tuttle and Ray Muir defeated A.Delic, Daryl Tuttle and Wendy Coles.

There was one game of Scroungers: Jane Gilbert defeated Lloyd White and Britt.

Winners for the afternoon were Jeff Tierney, R.Rodda and Ron Gould defeated A.Williams, Helen Jacobsen and Ross Scanlon.

Wednesday Social: Marion Tuttle, Jane Gilbert and Jeff Tierney defeated Mary El-

Contributed with thanks to Joan

Wangaratta Bowls

On Tuesday, Robyn Stitt and Margaret Wilson defeated Irene Laird and Ron Hyde. Merle Elphinstone and Geoff Danvers defeated Sue Shearing and Maureen Hyde.. The jackpot didn’t go off.

Competition continued with Linda Scells, Denise Wallace and Penny Warren defeating Robyn Stitt, Tiarna Winter and Fely Duncan in the final of the Club Triples. Tiarna Winter defeated Jocelyn Defranciscis in the B Grade Singles final. In the men’s events Wayne Crowhurst defeated Ron Hyde in B grade singles and Alby Vigar and Ron Hyde defeated Lloyd White and Steve Roome in A Grade Pairs.

On Friday Bingo started with a keen crowd enjoying the morning. Friday night we welcomed barefoot bowlers learning the skills of bowling and enjoying a fun night.

Saturday afternoon, the OES ladies conducted their annual Cent Sale with plenty of prizes on offer.

DARTS

for a cagey double 3 by Jamie to make it 3/1. From there on out though there was no mistaking the result as Jamie put the boot down, claiming a 7/1 win.

Dom had it much tougher in his first match of the day against Kam Reason who played very well in the contest, racking up 12 x 100’s and a 140, to really put the pressure on Dom.

Dom however was hitting big scores of his own, clocking up 9 x 100’s and 2 x 180’s. But neither player was able to capitalise fully in the match, and both would have to settle for a 6 all draw in the end.

Arthur McMinn was unplayable in his round 6 match against Josh Fraser, Josh was unable to lay a glove on Arthur, who’s

BOWLS

Sunday afternoon social bowls winners were Laurie Land and Allan Rolfe who defeated Sue Shearing and Pat Tracey. Denise Wallace and Kennedy Whitton defeated Robyn Stitt and Geoff Danvers, Bill Myers, Isobel Wheeler and Mark Drummond defeated Toni Bowen, Maureen Hyde and Ron Hyde. Merle Elphinstone, Lyn Danvers and Barry Beel drew with Deb Retchless, Jocelyn Defranciscis and Penny Warren.. The jackpot didn’t go off.

Good luck to Denise Wallace and Penny Warren as they represent North Queensland in the State District competition this week at the Gold Coast. Twenty Districts will be represented Wednesday, Thursday and Friday with final pennant divisions decided Saturday.

Contributed with thanks to Penny Warren.

doubling was quite simply flawless on the day. That win keeps Arthur in joint 2nd on the table on 9 points. A bit of work to do for Josh to find his early form again, but signs are encouraging for Arthur.

Dom Friend started off slowly in the last game of the day against Jamie Maher, with Jamie out scoring Dom to jump out to a 3/1 lead.

At 5/4 Jamie missed a specky attempt at a double double on the 20’s to tie the game, and Dom made him pay yet again, by hitting a 32 checkout to leave him one away from the match. Jamie fought hard to the end, but Dom won out eventually 7/4 in a thoroughly enjoyable match.

Contributed with thanks to Jamie Maher.

Jamie Maher in action hitting a 180 on Sunday at the Airlie Bowls Club. Photo supplied

len Pratten and Steve Roome. Tony’s team defeated Dave’s team. Winners for the afternoon were Maureen Hyde, Gus Munro and Ron Gould.

Edwards.

May Day Raffle Winners 1st prize Wayne Crowhurst, 2nd prize Herb Dalton (absent) and 3rd prize Sue Fox. Photo supplied

Wednesday Winners Maureen Hyde, Gus Munro and Ron Gould.

B Grade Singles winner: Tiarna Winter

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TRADES & SERVICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

AIRLIE CREEK SEWER PUMP STATION FENCE

Council is replacing damaged timber fencing around the Airlie Creek car park sewer pump station from Monday 13 to Wednesday 22 May 2024.

Temporary fencing will be erected on Friday 10 May, and a footpath will be temporarily closed. Adjoining footpaths will remain open.

Council advises there will be minor noise from machinery and power tools associated with the fencing demolition, tree removal and installation of the new fence. The trees that need to be removed have invasive root systems, which have caused damage to the fence and may impact the integrity of the new fence posts. The new fence will be made of aluminium slats, which will improve the structure and reduce ongoing maintenance costs.

For more information, phone Council’s Whitsunday Water Branch on 1300 972 753.

DINGO BEACH FORESHORE BOLLARDS

Council is commencing stage 2 of bollard installation within the Dingo Beach Foreshore on Tuesday 14 May 2024. The works will take approximately three weeks to complete. The first stage of bollards were installed around the Deicke Cr picnic areas and boat ramps in mid-2023. The next stage will include bollards at the end of Olive Street, Pioneer Drive and around foreshore car parking areas near the Dingo Beach Hotel.

The bollards are being installed to

re-vegetation of the dunes and, regrowth of foreshore grassed areas for kids to have more areas to play or kick a ball.

Bollard locations have been refined following a second round of consultation with Dingo Beach residents at our community catch-up last year. The proposed bollard alignments aim to create a balance between vehicle access to picnic areas, supporting all abilities access and limiting vehicle access to coastal ecosystems along the Foreshore and end of Olive Street.

In response to feedback, we intend to investigate future capital works bids to help fund further works and facility upgrades in Dingo Beach, including disabled parking signage, additional concrete pathways to picnic areas from the heart of the park, off-street and on-street parking, and ongoing monitoring of car parking during peak times. For more information, phone Council’s Parks and Gardens Branch on 1300 972 753.

RENWICK ROAD FOOTPATH UPDATE

Council is currently upgrading 1,065m of footpath on Renwick Road to a 3m wide shared path from Gardenia Street to Stanbury Street.

The works will be carried out until late September 2024, subject to weather. Works started from the Bruce Hwy end of Renwick Road and will be completed in several 200m stages to minimise impacts.

The shared path will predominately be constructed above existing open drain, including the installation of new culverts that will improve amenity of the streetscape and enhance the

experience for pedestrians and cyclists.

Renwick Road forms an essential part of the Proserpine active transport network, servicing three schools, parkland and residential areas, making the shared path upgrade a valuable project for the community. The shared path upgrade is supported by the State Government’s Cycle Network Local Government Grants Program.

Find out more information about the project via our Your Say Whitsunday online engagement portal – yoursay. whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au

BUSHFIRE RESILIENCE TRAINING & PLANS

We are coordinating FREE bushfire resilience training to support landowners throughout the region prepare for the upcoming bushfire season.

Bushfire training provides an opportunity for the community to learn how to assess bushfire risk and gain an understanding of important mitigation, response and recovery methods. Workshops are planned for:

Proserpine – 26 May and 4 August

Collinsville – 9 June

Cannonvale – 23 June

Bowen – 7 July

We also invite eligible landholders throughout the region to develop FREE Property Bushfire Plans in collaboration with Council.

To find out more and register your interest, visit our Your Say Whitsunday Online Engagement Portal, phone our Bushfire Officer, Greg McCarthy, on 0458 816 751, email info@ whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au or visit a Customer Service Centre.

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WEEKLY TV GUIDE

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Planet America. 10.30 That Pacific Sports Show. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. 12.00 News. 1.00 Silent Witness. 2.00 Queen Of Oz. 2.30 White Fever. 2.55 Ningaloo Nyinggulu. 3.55 Long Lost Family. 4.40 Grand Designs. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG) 7.00 News. 7.30 Gardening Australia. 8.30 Silent Witness. (M) 9.30 Hard Quiz. (PG) 10.00 The Weekly. 10.35 White Fever. (M) 11.00 News. 11.20 Grand Designs. (PG) 12.10 Long Lost Family. (PG) 12.55 Traces. (M) 1.40 Rage. 5.00 Rage.

6.00 Rage. 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. 12.00 News. 12.30 Call The Midwife. (PG) 1.30 Father Brown. (PG) 2.15 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 3.00 Monty Don’s Japanese Gardens. 4.00 This Is Going To Be Big. (PG) 5.00 Creative Types With Virginia Trioli. (M) 5.30 Landline. 6.00 Australian Story. 6.30 Back Roads. 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Father Brown. (M)

8.15 Midsomer Murders. (M) 9.50 After The Party. (MA15+) 10.35 Shetland. (M) 11.35 Rage. (MA15+) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. 2.30 Monty Don’s French Gardens. 3.30 Forever Summer With Nigella. 3.55 Martin Clunes: Islands Of Australia. 4.45 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Compass. 7.00 News. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.30 After The Party. 9.20 The Luminaries. 10.15 Shetland. 11.15 Savage River. 12.10 The Messenger. 1.00 Rage Vault. 4.00 Landline. 4.30 Art Works. 5.00 Insiders.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Landline. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. 12.00 News. 1.00 Midsomer Murders. 2.30 Back Roads. 3.00 Back In Time For Dinner. 3.55 Long Lost Family. 4.45 Grand Designs. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG) 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Aust Story. 8.30 Four Corners. 9.15 Media Watch. (PG) 9.35 Q+A. 10.35 News. 10.50 The Business. 11.10 The Weekly. 11.40 Planet America. 12.15 Grand Designs. 1.00 Long Lost Family. 1.45 Monty Don’s French Gardens. 2.50 Rage. 4.30 Landline. 5.00 Art Works. 5.30 7.30.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 After The Party. 2.00 Parliament. 2.55 Back In Time For Dinner. 3.55 Long Lost Family. 4.40 Grand Designs. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.25 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 Budget 2024: The Treasurer’s Speech. 8.00 Budget 2024: A 7.30 Special. 8.30 Insiders: Budget Special. 9.00 Creative Types With Virginia Trioli. 9.30 David Stratton’s Stories Of Australian Cinema. 10.30 News. 10.45 The Business. 11.20 Four Corners. 12.05 Q+A. 1.05 Media Watch. 1.25 Parliament. 2.25 Grand Designs. 3.15 Late Programs.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Four Corners. 10.45 Q+A. 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Back In Time For Dinner. 3.55 Long Lost Family. 4.45 Grand Designs. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG) 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) 8.30 Gruen. 9.10 White Fever. (M) 9.35 QI. (M) 10.05 Planet America. 10.40 News. 10.55 The Business. 11.10 The Luminaries. (M) 12.05 Superwog. 12.25 Parliament. 1.25 Grand Designs. 2.15 Long Lost Family. 3.05 Rage. 4.30 Landline. 5.00 Art Works. 5.30 7.30.

8.20 WorldWatch. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Mastermind Aust. 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 6. Highlights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Eurovision Song Contest Semi-Final. 10.00 ABBA In Concert. 11.05 SBS News. 11.35 L’Opera. 3.20 World’s Most Luxurious Holidays. 4.15 Railway Vietnam. 4.45 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 8.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Sailing. SailGP. Round 10. Highlights. 3.00 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. 4.00 Sports Woman. 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 7. Highlights. 5.30 War Gamers. 6.30 News. 7.30 Eurovision Song Contest Semi-Final. 10.00 Rock Legends: ABBA. 10.55 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces. 11.45 Everything You Love. 12.45 While The Men Are Away. 1.15 While The Men Are Away. 1.45 Erotic Stories. 3.55 Railway Vietnam. 4.55 Destination Flavour Bitesize. 5.00 Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final.

9.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.55 Blind Sailing. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. 4.00 Sports Woman. 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 8. Highlights. 5.30 War Gamers. 6.30 News. 7.30 Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final. 12.00 Jimmy Carter: Rock And Roll President. 1.45 My Childhood, My Country. 3.25 Bin Laden: The Road To 9/11. 4.20 Railway Vietnam. 4.50 Destination Flavour. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera.

6.00 WorldWatch. 8.00 WorldWatch. 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.00 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. 2.05 Destination Flavour Bitesize. 2.15 Heritage Rescue. 3.05 Mastermind Aust. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 9. Highlights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Tony Robinson’s Marvellous Machines. 8.25 Secrets Of The Tower Of London. 9.20 24 Hours In Emergency. 10.15 SBS News. 10.45 Christian. 11.40 My Brilliant Friend. 1.40 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. 2.05 Destination Flavour Bitesize. 2.10 Heritage Rescue. 3.05 Living Black. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.10 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.00 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline. 10.00 SBS News. 10.30 Living Black. 11.05 The Murdochs: Empire Of Influence. 11.55 Lost Luggage. 1.55 Miniseries: Conviction: The Case Of Stephen Lawrence. 3.40 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 8.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. 2.30 Insight. 3.30 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 10. Highlights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Alone Australia. 8.35 Swift Street. 9.30 Concorde: The Race For Supersonic. 10.30 SBS News. 11.00 You Shall Not Lie. 12.00 Black Sands. 2.55 Black Sands. 3.55 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. 4.50 Destination Flavour. 5.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Stuff The British Stole. 1.30 Stuff The British Stole. 2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Back In Time For Dinner. 3.55 Long Lost Family. 4.40 Grand Designs. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 Budget 2024: Opposition Reply. 8.00 7.30. 8.30 Foreign Correspondent. 9.00 Britain By The Book. 9.50 Antiques Roadshow. 10.50 News. 11.05 The Business. 11.25 Love On The Spectrum. 12.20 Parliament. 1.25 Grand Designs. 2.10 Long Lost Family. 3.00 Rage. 4.30 Landline. 5.00 Art Works. 5.30 7.30. 6.00 WorldWatch. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 The Story Of Beer. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Alone Australia. 3.00 Mastermind Aust. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 11. Highlights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 DNA Family Secrets. 8.35 Our Law. 9.10 Our Law. 9.45 Blue Lights. 10.50 SBS News. 11.20 Illegals. 12.15 The Responder. 1.15 The Responder. 2.10 Das Boot. 4.00 Das Boot. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Fatal Flatline. (2020) 2.00 House Of Wellness. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 8.30 MOVIE: This Means War. (2012) (M) Reese Witherspoon, Chris Pine, Tom Hardy. 10.30 To Be Advised. 11.30 Border Security. (PG) 12.00 Celebrity Obsessed. (M) 1.00 Harry’s Practice. 1.30 Travel Oz. (PG) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. 12.00 Horse Racing. The Coast Race Day, Caulfield Race Day, Hollindale Stakes Day and Goodwood Day. 5.00 News. 5.30 Creek To Coast. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Day After Tomorrow. (2004) (M)

10.00 MOVIE: Midnight Run. (1988) (M)

12.50 Celebrity Obsessed. (MA15+) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 Mystic. 4.30 Tales Of Aluna. 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. 12.00 House Of Wellness. 1.00 To Be Advised. 4.00 Better Homes. 5.00 News. 5.30 Weekender. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PG) 8.40 7NEWS Spotlight. 9.40 The Latest: Seven News. 10.10 Code 1: Minute By Minute. (M) 11.10 Quantum Leap. (M) 12.10 Emerald City. (MA15+) 1.05 Parenthood. (PG) 2.00 Shopping. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.40 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. (PG) 2.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PG) 9.00 9-1-1. (M) 10.00 S.W.A.T. (M) 11.00 The Latest: Seven News. 11.30 Police Custody USA. (M) 12.30 Parenthood. (PG) 1.30 Parenthood. (M) 2.30 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.30 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. 2.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PG) 9.05 Miniseries: The Marlow Murder Club. (M) 10.05 The Latest: Seven News. 10.35 Ron Iddles: The Good Cop. (M) 11.35 The Real Manhunter. (M) 12.35 Gold Digger. (M) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.35 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. 2.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG) 8.30 The Front Bar. (M) 9.30 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. (PG) 10.30 The Latest: Seven News. 11.00 Talking Footy. 12.00 Parenthood. (M) 1.00 Travel Oz. (PG) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Romance At The Vineyard. (2023) 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 10. Parramatta Eels v Brisbane Broncos. 9.55 Golden Point. 10.40 MOVIE: The Foreigner. (2017) (MA15+) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.35 Pointless. (PG) 2.30 Destination WA. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Postcards. (PG) 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Skippy. 6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 Ent. Tonight. 8.30 Neighbours. 9.00 Bold. 9.30 Deal Or No Deal. 10.00 GCBC. 10.30

6.00 Getaway. 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. 12.00 Surfing Australia TV. 12.30 Explore TV. 1.00 Ageless. 1.30 The Pet Rescuers. 2.00 LEGO Masters Aust Vs World. 3.30 The Lap. 4.30 Garden Gurus. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Jeopardy! Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: Bohemian Rhapsody. (2018) (M) 11.15 MOVIE: Song To Song. (2017) (M) 1.30 Garden Gurus. 2.00 The Incredible Journey. 2.30 Getaway. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Helping Hands. 6.00 Morning Programs. 7.30 Escape Fishing. 8.00 Charming China. 8.30 Farm To Fork. 9.00 Exploring Off The Grid. 9.30 Food Trail: South Africa. 10.00 Ready Steady Cook. 11.00 MasterChef Aust. 1.00 All 4 Adventure. 2.00 Buy To Build. 2.30 GoRV. 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 3.30 GCBC. 4.00

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. 1.00 Drive TV. 1.30 Mr Mayor. 2.00 David Attenborough’s Green Planet. 3.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 10. Gold Coast Titans v North Queensland Cowboys. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 The Summit. 8.40 60 Minutes. 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 The First 48. 11.10 Transplant. 12.00 David Attenborough’s Green Planet. 1.00 World’s Greatest Natural Icons. 2.00 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 Drive TV. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 Morning Programs. 7.30

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Summit. 1.45 My Way. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Summit. (PG) 9.10 Paramedics. (M) 10.10 100% Footy. (M) 11.10 9News Late. 11.40 La Brea. (M) 12.30 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.30 Pointless. (PG) 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 ACA. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 Ent. Tonight. 8.30 The Yes Experiment. 9.00 Bold. 9.30 Deal Or No Deal. 10.00 GCBC. 10.30 Judge Judy. 11.00 Dr Phil. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Ent. Tonight. 1.30 MasterChef Aust. 3.00 GCBC. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Summit. 1.30 Getaway. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 The Summit. (PG) 8.50 Clarkson’s Farm. (M) 9.50 Opal Hunters: Red Dirt Road Trip. (PG) 10.50 9News Late. 11.20 Chicago Med. (MA15+) 12.05 Tipping Point. 1.00 Pointless. 2.00 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 ACA. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 Everyday Gourmet. 6.30 My Market Kitchen. 7.00 The Talk. 8.00

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Summit. 1.30 Ageless. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 RBT. (M) 8.30 Ski Rescue Downunder. 9.30 9News Late. 10.00 See No Evil. (MA15+) 11.00 The Equalizer. (M) 11.50 Tipping

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Dying To Be Perfect. (2022) 2.00 Business Builders. 2.30 Border Security: Int. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Football. AFL. Round 10. Gold Coast Suns v Geelong. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.00 The Latest: Seven News. 11.30 The Amazing Race. (PG) 1.00 Fortitude. (MA15+) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise. 6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Rugby League.