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Editor’s Note

Hi Everyone,

This week’s edition is full of positive news which is always so great to share with you!

The mill is crushing, the boardwalk’s open, cruise ships are celebrating their first year back in business and Airlie Beach has just won Best Small Tourism Town in Queensland.

Earlier this week we invited a few representatives from the local tourism industry to a front-page photo shoot to celebrate the announcement.

I expected about seven or eight people to turn up and was amazed when almost 20 came along to celebrate!

It’s wonderful to see such enthusiasm and positivity return to our tourism industry and it is awards like this that boost morale for everyone.

Thanks to all of you who came along on Tuesday, the photo shoot was great fun!

As the winter months and its beautiful sunsets gain momentum, so too do our local festivals and events.

In this edition we include lineup announcements for the

Airlie Beach Festival of Music, details about tonight’s Welcome The Whales event and the many more.

One festival that is particularly close to my heart is The Whitsunday Writers Festival which is due to take place next September (read the full details on page 11).

I was part of the committee many years ago and enjoyed helping festival founder, Gloria Burley, put the event together for several years.

Gloria sadly passed away in 2018 and since then the festival has lied dormant.

That was until a group of passionate locals tenderly took the reins and reinvigorated the event.

I am honoured to be part of the new Whitsunday Writers Festival committee and I am sure Gloria would be thrilled to see her much-loved passion-project continue.

Rach

“I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious.” (Albert Einstein)

It takes a lot of courage to show our vulnerability and to reach out to strangers in the community and ask for help.

But this is something new mum, Amber Rosa-Salas has needed to do several times in the long journey to motherhood.

Amazingly, Amber discovered she was pregnant at eight months, and she was suddenly cast into a world of motherhood, one that she was not prepared for.

Having recently returned from travelling in Canada, she had nowhere to live and no idea about how to be a mother.

Since reaching out for support, she has felt the strong embrace of the community time and time again.

From the Whitsunday Housing Company finding her suitable accommodation, to the midwives providing her with essential items such as clothes and

toys – the support has meant the world to her.

Most recently, Amber saw another element of community support shine bright when her fridge suddenly broke, containing all her eight-month-old baby’s food. She reached out on social media and was deeply humbled when another mum offered to lend her one.

By emptying her own drink fridge to preserve another’s food, this mum’s donation shows a true example of self-sacrifice.

“The community have been really good to me,” said Amber. “It really restores my faith in others. It was such a shock finding out I was pregnant at eight months, but since that moment, I have been really looked after by everyone. “Thank you to everyone who has helped me through this journey.”

A Record-Breaking Year Back In Business For Cruise Ships

In a mammoth record-breaking year, 74 cruise ships, with well over 180,000 passengers have cruised through the Whitsundays and checked into the Port of Airlie terminal.

June 17, 2022, saw the return of cruise ships to the region, postCOVID, which passengers eager to explore the Whitsundays and Airlie Beach, participating in local tours and adventures.

Cruise Whitsundays Sales and Marketing Manager Renee Branton-Brown believes the return of cruise ships to the Whitsundays is one of the key factors in the region’s growth post-COVID.

“Cruise ships provide a significant source of revenue to the Whitsunday region, in 2019, it was estimated that Whitsundays received a crucial $21 million boost to the economy through cruise ship visitation,” she said.

“With the approximate spend per passenger being around $200, it’s easy to see why these ships are so important to our local tourism industry.

“And after a record number of

ships visiting the Whitsundays over the past 12 months, we expect to see the economic benefit to the region continue to soar.”

Until June 17, 2022, it had been 832 days since the last cruise ship had anchored in Whitsundays waters, with cruise ship travel being one of the last industries to return to operation following the easing of the pandemic.

Guests that arrive on cruise ships are welcomed by the volunteer Cruise Ship Ambassadors who provide information about the town, the services, experiences and activities available.

“A special mention of course needs to go to the incredible work done by the Cruise Ship Ambassadors.,” said Ms Branton-Brown.

“They show up to each cruise ship with a huge smile, ready to greet each passenger – they are indeed ambassadors for our entire region.

The team at Cruise Whitsundays is extremely thankful for their tireless work.”

State Budget Released

The State budget was released on Tuesday evening and Treasurer Cameron Dick said the $12.3 billion surplus is the largest surplus delivered by any state government this year.

One of the biggest influencing factors were coal mining royalties which brought in an impressive $15.9 billion, far exceeding the predicted $5.9 billion.

A big focus of this years’ budget was the immediate relief for costof-living pressures with over 2.2 million Queensland households receiving at least $550 off their power in the coming financial year.

The government has also announced a record breaking spend on infrastructure, with $89 billion spread over a range of projects which include the Big Build Program which will see the construction of significant energy infrastructure over the next four years.

In addition, there is $751 million for a new housing program.

Continued on page 10

Saturday marks one year of the return to cruise ships in Whitsunday waters.

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Cruise Whitsundays Sales and Marketing Manager Renee Branton-Brown with two volunteer Cruise Ship Ambassadors.

Photo credit: Rachael Smith

Airlie Beach Wins Top Small Tourism Town 2023

Bowen Welcomes Defence Force Training Exercise

Airlie Beach has been awarded the Top Small Tourism Town for 2023, by the Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC).

The annual awards recognise stand-out Queensland holiday destinations with great commitment to visitor excellence.

Bowen was also a finalist for the highly competitive category of Top Tourism Town, going up against Bundaberg, Rockhampton, and Redcliffe.

Unfortunately, it did not win on this occasion.

Airlie Beach was up against the likes of Ingham in far north Queensland and took home the top gong for the second year in a row.

Tourism Whitsundays Chief Executive Officer, Rick Hamilton said taking out the award again proves that Airlie Beach has remained a favourite for Aussies travelling to the State.

“The Whitsundays is the most tourism-reliant region in Queensland with one in

three jobs directly related to tourism,” he said.

“Winning this award again is a feather in The Whitsundays’ cap and hugely encouraging to the tourism industry.”

Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor, Julie Hall, said the award was excellent news for Airlie Beach and the broader Whitsundays region.

“Tourism is one of the three key pillars for our regional economy and the win is just reward for the resilience and passion of our tourist operators and the leadership shown by Tourism Whitsundays (TW).

“Council are proud to be the major funding supporter for TW and look forward to partnering with them to continue promoting our Whitsunday region as Australia’s top tourism destination.”

“This is not only a win for Airlie Beach as best Small Tourism Town 2023 but a win for Proserpine, Bowen, Collinsville, our islands and everywhere in between who all offer such a diverse range of visitor experiences,” she said.

From June 14 to August 16, parts of Kings Beach and access roads will be temporarily closed as the Department of Defence undertake their Exercise Talisman Sabre 2023 training exercise.

This will be the largest iteration of the exercise to date, and will include field training exercise, preparation activities, amphibious landing, ground manoeuvres and air combat.

This is an international exercise, with participants travelling from 13 different nations, including France, Fiji, Japan, New Zealand, the UK, Canada, and Germany. Representatives from Thailand, Singapore and the Philippines will attend as observ-

ers.

The exercises will utilise Bowen’s Kings Beach for the duration of the period, with access closed, and other adjoining roads temporarily closed at points to allow vehicle movement.

Kings Beach from Sandhill Creek was closed from Wednesday June 14, 5pm and will open Wednesday August 16, 5am. Denison Park Botanical Gardens was closed, from Wednesday June 14, 5pm and due to reopen Wednesday August 16, 5am. Alongside Talisman Sabre 2023, the Defence Force will also conduct Exercise Sea Explorer 23 and Exercise Sea Raider 23.

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Laura Knipe from Tourism Whitsundays, Elizabeth Hackett, Mayor Julie Hall, Nathan Fleming from Ocean Rafting and Dea Huvonen from Tourism Whitsundays at the Queensland Top Tourism Town Awards in Brisbane. Photo supplied

British Royal Marine Commandos patrol past sugar cane fields during Exercise Talisman Sabre 2021.

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Boardwalk Re-Opens After Six-Week Reno

One day ahead of schedule, the refurbishment and one metre widening of the boardwalk between the Coral Sea Marina Resort and Sorrento Restaurant and bar is complete.

The previous boardwalk was constructed with timber and has been replaced with composite fibre materials that are “environmentally friendly and rust, rot, and corrode resistant”.

This segment of the boardwalk was reopened to the public after six weeks of construction and completed by local contractor Plants Whitsunday.

Mayor Julie Hall said the boardwalk urgently needed an upgrade to ensure its longevity and to continue its role as a vibrant connectivity hub along the Coral Sea for residents and visitors.

“It really does provide a beautiful pathway that connects Airlie Beach to Cannonvale along the beautiful Coral Sea,” she said. “This material has a 100-year design life which will significantly reduce future maintenance costs on our ratepayers.”

The entire boardwalk, which runs the length of Airlie Beach to Cannonvale Beach, is set to be refurbished, with this segment completed first, due to its higher complexity of location and necessary changes required to accommodate the widening.

Plants Whitsundays was awarded the tender and completed the work in record time.

“We were very excited for this opportunity,” said Matt Stokes, Director of Plants Whitsundays.

“We were up against other large companies from out of town, so it was great to be awarded the tender.”

“The boardwalk leaves an imprint on both locals and visitors and is a great asset to have running along our coast.”

Mayor Hall said, “It’s important that we also support local business, so we are proud to have worked with Plants Whitsunday on the boardwalk upgrade.”

“A big thanks to our community for your patience and understanding while we completed stage 1 and I encourage everyone to head down and leisurely stroll on

the waterfront to check out the new section.”

Iyas Shaheen, owner of Sorrento Restaurant and Bar, is happy with the work.

“We’re glad it was done on time, and we thank the community for their support. Customers made the effort to come to us

even with the work, and we appreciate it.” Plants Whitsunday also hold the tender for stage 2 and 3 however funding has yet to be secured for the refurbishment. It is expected that by July 1 funding and a timeframe for the next stages will be confirmed.

ON THE BEAT

Drink Drivers Caught Over Weekend

Seventeen drink drivers were caught on roads across the Whitsundays last weekend (June 10 - June 11).

Drivers were caught over the legal limit in Cannonvale, Proserpine, Collinsville, and also Jubilee Pocket.

A 36-year-old male resident of Jubilee Pocket is alleged to have returned the highest reading from the weekend with a reading of .164% following a roadside breath test at 12:14 am on June 10 on Jubilee Pocket Road.

He was arrested and has been charged with driving while under the influence of liquor and also driving with a disqualified driver’s licence.

He will appear in the Proserpine Magistrates Court on July 10 to have the matters heard.

Operation Mackay Irving, Whitsundays

Shortly after 12am on June 10, and as part of Operation Mackay Irving, Whitsunday police officers were patrolling the Cannonvale area when it is alleged that they located a 29-year-old Cannonvale woman involved in suspicious activity.

Detectives from the Whitsunday Criminal Investigation Branch executed a search warrant at a Preston address where they located allegedly stolen items.

The 29-year-old Cannonvale woman was charged with 32 offences relating to break in and attempted break in offences at businesses and other properties. She appeared in the Proserpine Magistrates Court earlier this week.

Stage 1 of the boardwalk upgrade was completed last week, with access between the Coral Sea Resort and Sorrento Bar and Restaurant opened for pedestrians.

Airspace Broadcasting Review For Proserpine Airport

In 2022, the airspace broadcasting area around Proserpine Airport was reviewed by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).

This review is used to improve pilot safety when communicating with each other in the air.

This airspace broadcast area around Proserpine Airport is called the Proserpine Group Broadcast Area and the consultation period determined that the area needed to be expanded to the south, and that the radio frequency needed to be changed and ‘sky lanes’ created, so that pilots can fly along and bypass the Proserpine Airport and arriving and departing aircrafts.

Following this consultation period, CASA will now conduct a formal review of the airspace.

Jeremy Westell of the Office of Airspace Regulation will be on site in Proserpine and Airlie Beach all day Friday, Saturday, and Sunday June 16 to 18 for members of the community to provide feedback.

To arrange a time with Mr Westell, contact him Jeremy.westell@casa.gov.au or 07 3144 7410.

State Member Slams Disproportionate Funding

While the budget looks positive from a state level, the breakdown of investment within the Whitsunday and Mackay region is mainly centred around schools, hospitals, and preannounced projects.

This is the view of Member for Whitsunday Amanda Camm MP who says she is disappointed to see a disproportionate amount of funding given to the region.

Mackay and Whitsundays only received $623.4 million in $20.321 billion Capital Program compared to Townsville that received $1.180 billion and Central Queensland that received $2.003 billion.

The sparsely populated Outback Queensland was the only other region to receive similar, at

$675.8 million.

“Given the state government mining royalties that have increased by $8 billion, I am disappointed to see no funding returned to the region that creates that wealth,” she said.

“We have the smallest budget contribution, by region and this is the last budget before next year’s election budget, and I would have liked to have seen better.”

“It’s great to see they have announced free kindy but how are they going to deliver on that when we are struggling to find a skilled workforce and enough placements for kids?”

Ms Camm is also frustrated that infrastructure projects such as Hamilton Plains flood protec-

tion strategies have been completely missed in the budget.

“There is nothing for Hamilton Plains and no major road projects in our region at all,” she said.

“We are just not seen as a region that this government is willing to invest in.”

“There is a blatant disregard for the population growth we are seeing in regional Queensland, but I will continue to advocate for our fair share.”

State Budget Breakdown: How Will The Whitsundays Benefit?

Collinsville Golf Clubhouse transformation

$50,000 out of a $452,210 total spend to upgrade the Collinsville Golf Club’s clubhouse. The project will refurbish the bathroom facilities, install accessible pathways and doors, and a playground. Part of the Resources Community Infrastructure Fund.

Whitsunday Islands National Park - Ngaro walking track upgrade

$3.9 million out of a $5.7 million total spend to extend the Ngaro Walking Track in the Whitsunday Islands National Park. Part of the $10.1 million investment in Ecotourism and World Heritage Areas, delivered in partnership with the Australian Government.

Proserpine Hospital

$4.4 million out of a $7.9 million total spend for the delivery of renal services, the refurbishment of the clinical assimilation training area, clinical assessment rooms, management office

space and upgrade to the acute primary care clinic. The investments aim to meet the rising demand for healthcare in the region and ensure residents have access to a range of health services closer to home. Part of the Rural and Regional Renal Program.

Cannonvale-Jubilee Pocket 66 kilovolt reinforcement

$10.4 million out of a $30.4 million total spend to establish a new 66 kilovolt switchyard to provide improved network safety and reliability to the Airlie Beach and Whitsunday Islands communities.

Collinsville Football Clubhouse

$300,000 out of a $370,000 total spend to refurbish Collinsville Football Clubhouse to provide a more attractive location for clubs to meet and events to be held, supporting community engagement. Part of the Resources Community Infrastructure Fund.

Bowen Hospital

$637,060 out of a $11.9 million total spend for works improving patient flow and primary health care, co-location of the allied health services, refurbishment of existing wards and 2 new renal chairs.

Proserpine State High School

$808,000 to construct additional specialist classrooms.

Proserpine State School

$500,000 to upgrade an existing amenities block.

Airlie Beach replacement permanent and auxiliary fire and rescue station

$2.3 million out of a $8.9 million total spend to continue replacement of the permanent and auxiliary fire and rescue station at Airlie Beach.

Member for Whitsunday Amanda Camm MP says our region has been short-changed by the budget. Photo supplied

The Ngaro walking track upgrade receives $3.9 million

Local firies set to get new home with $2.3 million for new fire station in Airlie Beach

Will You b kinder Next Week?

The sixth annual b kinder Day is coming to schools, businesses, and community groups next week and everyone is invited to mark this important day by participating in initiatives that promote kindness. Every school in the Whitsundays will be involved this year, with many students writing kindness cards and sending them to others.

In total there will be over 200 schools participating in the day, including a school in Cambodia and one in the UK.

The initiative is inspired by a local 12-year-old girl, Billie Kinder, who tragically lost her life in a horse-riding accident in 2016.

She left behind a book of poems and artworks that were fuelled by kindness, these messages have now been used by Billie’s mum, Danny, to create the b kinder foundation and continue her

daughter’s legacy.

“I don’t think there’s a greater thing you can do than be kind,” said Danny Kinder.

“It’s the basis of life – in fact, even if you can’t do anything else you can still be kind.”

Three weeks ago, the b kinder Foundation launched a new b kinder school initiative, asking all schools to promote a culture of kindness.

It is a student-led, peer to peer project founded upon five kindness criteria which include aspects such as creating a safe space to talk, kindness awards within the school and reaching out to other schools and the broader community.

“It’s all about physical connection,” said Danny.

“We want people to get off their devises, be present and feel connected with

Meet Bowen Midwife Aleisha Johnson

The magic of childbirth is not lost on Bowen hospital registered midwife Aleisha Johnson.

Her hard work and dedication is clear in everything she does, and she was nominated for the International Nurses Day Clinical Excellence Award in May.

Aleisha has been a registered nurse, midwife and diabetes educator for 26 years, living in four states, but has called Bowen home for 14 years.

“I like to share in that joyous bit of life,” Aleisha said.

“Especially being able to do antenatal care with someone the whole way through.

“It’s important and special to be able to have that rapport with people.

“I guess also being in a small town, we get to know our mothers quite well.”

Writers Festival Reinvigorated!

Dates for the newly revitalised Whitsundays Writers Festival have been announced for Thursday 5 to Sunday 8 September 2024.

A new committee has been formed and its Chair, Karen Jacobsen, said she is thrilled to be part of a previously loved event.

“I look forward to celebrating uniquely Queensland and Australian stories with the authors we are excited to invite,” she said.

others.”

If you, your business, or your community group would like to participate in the upcoming b kinder Day, simply reach out directly through bkinderfoundation.org.

WHAT: b kinder Day

WHEN: June 22

WHERE: Everywhere!

“The transformation of books and the love of reading is so important for the young and old, and we look forward to bringing readers and writers together at this fantastic event.”

Still in the planning stages, the keynote speakers are yet to be confirmed but discussions are already taking place to create a lively and entertaining festival itinerary.

It is expected this will include a mixture of interactive workshops, panel discussions and author talks. There will also be a Cocktails and Poetry Salon on the Friday evening, a long table lunch on the Sunday afternoon, a special children’s morning and a lively Literary Dinner on the Saturday Night.

During the Literary Dinner a selection of competition winners will be announced, and awards given. Most notable is the Gloria Burley Award for the best unpublished manuscript.

Aleisha leads a team of three midwives in the women’s health clinic, providing antenatal and postnatal care.

“We do clinic every day and also have a doctor’s obstetrics and gynaecology clinic one day a week.”

Her team also performs at home postnatal check-ups as Bowen Hospital is not a birthing hospital.

‘We do everything here except births, though we do have a few unplanned births each year here.”

Aleisha decided to pursue education into gestational diabetes when she noticed a need for healthcare in the Bowen area.

“All the women that we had come to the clinic who had gestational diabetes were having to go to Proserpine to see a diabetes educator,” she said.

She enrolled in post graduate study

through James Cook University in Cairns and became qualified to educate women.

“It’s one of the areas where we’ve been able to build up the care we can offer in Bowen,” she explains.

“For the women who have gestational diabetes, it’s really cut down their travel, the stress for them, and inconvenience because it meant taking days off work just to go to Proserpine, Mackay, or Townsville for a 15-mintue appointment.”

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Gloria Burley was the original Whitsunday Writers Festival Founder who sadly passed away in 2018. She had a passion for story-telling and penned three books herself.

It is part of her vision that now continues with new vigour in 2024.

Attendees of next year’s festival can expect an engaging mixture of genres, from crime to memoir, romance to screenwriting, and much more.

There is also expected to be a variety of informative talks covering hot topics such as Preserving the Written Word: Human vs AI/Chat GPT.

For lovers of reading, writing, books and words – the Whitsundays Writers Festival 2024 is a banquet of cultural entertainment – so save the date and invite your friends to a four-day event where everyone is welcome.

WHAT: Whitsunday Writers Festival 2024

WHEN: Thursday 5 to Sunday 8 September 2024

Aleisha Johnson upskilled herself to address growing need in Bowen.

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Subway in Bowen on b kinder Day 2022. Photo supplied

Councillor Column With Councillor Mike Brunker

Bowen’s popular Cape Edgecumbe walking trails will be upgraded to enhance the safety and visual amenity of all users.

Various segments of the trails have deteriorated over the years due to weathering and Council has appointed a local contractor to upgrade the tracks.

The trail upgrades will be carried out within the existing footprint, with selective partial re-alignments in specific areas to improve safety, track width, and erosion control.

The project will be carried out in stages with stage 1 commencing in August on the section between Murray Bay Road to Rose Bay Lions Lookout, including Mother Beddick Lookout.

Last weekend saw the 135th Bowen River Rodeo and Campdraft event and I am proud to say that Council was once again a platinum sponsor.

This hallmark event is more than just a display of outback skill and horsemanship; it represents the very heart and soul of our rural community.

It attracts visitors and brings together residents, fostering a sense of unity, camaraderie, and pride in our shared heritage and traditions.

I would like to extend my appreciation

Meet Canegrowers Proserpine Manager

Brendon Nothard

Starting his position in January following the retirement of much-loved previous manager, Mike Porter, the new Manager of Canegrowers Proserpine, Brendon Nothard, certainly hit the ground running.

and thanks to the organisers, volunteers, and sponsors who work tirelessly behind the scenes to bring this event to life.

Their commitment, dedication, and countless hours of hard work are the driving force behind the success of the Bowen River Rodeo and Campdraft.

Their passion for preserving our traditions and creating an unforgettable experience for all who attend is amazing.

The Bowen River Rodeo and Campdraft event also plays a significant role in boosting our local economy.

Visitors from near and far flock to our region, injecting vitality into our businesses and providing an opportunity to showcase the natural beauty and hospitality that the Whitsunday region is renowned for.

Just a reminder that the Collinsville Community Catch-up will be held at the Collinsville Community Centre on Wednesday, June 21 from 9am to 11am.

This is the fourth community catch-up and is an initiative of Council to better connect with our local communities, facilitate a two-way flow of information, provide an update on Council projects relevant to you, and hearing residents’ thoughts about these projects and other issues affecting the local community.

Originally from South Africa, Brendon has lived in Australia since 2017 and spent the last five years working for the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries in Mackay where 80 per cent of his time was spent in sugar.

Previously, while in South Africa he worked in a similar position for the South African Canegrowers Association.

Brendon is on-hand every day to assist his membership base of more than 130 growers located between Bloomsbury and south of Bowen.

He helps with a range of queries that includes business support and collective milling agreements, regular mill audits to ensure transparency and fair pay for growers, workplace health and safety, and trans-

port. The group also offers member fire insurance cover.

Brendon says he is looking forward to a strong sugar season ahead and will continue to work alongside growers to maximise profitability.

“The crop is a bit smaller than last year in terms of quantity, but we are hoping for higher sugar levels with the prediction of a dryer harvesting season,” he said.

“We also have a very good global price – in fact it is the highest it’s been in 40 years!”

The main reason for the increased global sugar prices is that surplus stock has now been exhausted creating concerns of a supply shortage alongside regular increases in demand.

Overall, despite a late finish to the previous season that has left some lower yielding paddocks this year, the season is looking promising for local farmers.

Disaster Coordination Centre Opens Doors

The Whitsunday community received a behind the scenes glimpse into the inner workings of our local Disaster Coordination Centre at the inaugural open day held in Proserpine on Sunday.

Dedicated to raising awareness for how Council and Disaster Management Coordination Staff handle a natural disaster, the open day included tours of the centre in activation mode, provided informational talks and answered questions from attendees.

The Airlie Beach Bicentennial Boardwalk has been upgraded by Whitsunday Regional Council in stage 1 of a revamp for the popular trail.

The section between Coral Sea Resort and Coral Sea Marina has now been completely replaced and widened in order to improve user safety and enjoyment for all.

The old timber boardwalk material has been replaced with a composite fibre material with a 100-year design life which is not only environmentally friendly but is also rust, rot, and corrode resistant.

Further upgrades to the remainder of the Boardwalk will be delivered in sections subject to grant funding.

This initial stage was supported by the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Grant.

For more infor mation, visit our website: www.whit sundayrc. qld.gov.au.

“The kids thoroughly enjoyed the dressup,” said Disaster Management Coordinator, Sandra Black.

“And they even tried their hand at being phone loggers! It was great fun for all.”

Alongside the open day, the public are encouraged to complete the Community Resilience Survey which is located on Council’s Your Say website.

One lucky participant will receive a generator and entries close on June 26 at 4pm.

The Disaster Coordination team are a passionate group of individuals who love engaging with the community.

They were recently finalists in the Local Government Managers Association Awards for Excellence under the category

of teamwork.

They show this quality time and time again in everything they do and most recently in their new jingle, with lyrics that aim to show the community what they do at the centre.

Sandra Black wrote the jingle, and the team created a music video which features Local Disaster Management Group Chair, Mayor Julie Hall and Director Adam Hagy. They will use it for promotional purposes, and it will be available on the Disaster Information Facebook page for all to enjoy soon.

General Manager of Canegrowers Proserpine, Brendon Nothard. Image supplied

Kids loved the dress-ups at the Open Day

Disaster Coordination Centre Manager, Sandra Black (right) with Emilie Large (Disaster Management Admin Officer).

Global Sugar Traders Visit Region

Two of Wilmar’s global sugar traders shared the latest market intel with Proserpine canegrowers earlier this month, during a series of grower meetings in north and central Queensland.

Senior sugar traders, Peter Bingham from London and Neil Foo Zhizhou from Singapore, spent a week visiting Wilmar’s milling regions and addressing large grower turnouts.

Peter dived into the supply and demand fundamentals pulled together by the Wilmar global team.

Behind Peter and Neil sit a team of re-

search analysts and a global network of information sources. The granular detail they can talk to regarding the demand and supply issues in each of the origin and consumption destinations is impressive. In short, the near-term outlook remains supportive of prices.

Even with the elevated price there is only minor demand destruction, which is growing globally at roughly 2 million tonnes of sugar a year.

The past few years have seen a substantial drawdown of global stocks as demand continues to outstrip supply, so there is

little room for a slip-up in the current Brazilian crop.

Moreover, the potential for development of the El Nino weather pattern has traders alert to possible delays in the ongoing Brazilian harvest and the risk to the Indian monsoon which is critical to the next major crop supply.

Neil Foo Zhizhou focused on the macro factors affecting the sugar market and presented some possible longer-term scenarios.

A major element of his thesis is the massive amount of US dollar debt that is pro-

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jected to increase exponentially. This will lead to persistent inflation with the outcome of continually rising commodity prices.

Not surprisingly growers liked what they heard. However, Neil was quick to point out that these are projections based on hypothesis and assumptions and there is no certainty to outcomes.

Nevertheless, growers were happy to chat to Neil following the presentation to dig deeper into his thinking.

Contributed with thanks to Simon Hood Wilmar Manager Grower Marketing

Wilmar senior sugar traders Neil Foo Zhizhou and Peter Bingham. Photo supplied Neil Foo Zhizhou, Craig Emerson and Peter Bingham. Photo supplied

Home, Property & Garden

KITCHEN GARDENS

It’s an exciting time in the vegie patch this month, with everything thriving!

Herbs, flowers for attracting beneficial insects and just about any vegetable that grows in the Whitsundays, is growing now with vigour.

I’ve just invested in steel rings to give myself some additional growing spaces, with all my beds full to the brim with produce and not wanting to miss out on the perfect growing conditions we are presently experiencing.

If your garden beds are full or you don’t have any! Large pots could be an option for you too. Just make sure they are 300mm deep and that you use the best soil you can get your hands on.

Remember veggies are hungry plants, so make sure you add plenty of organic matter to your soil before planting.

If you do not produce your own compost, there are plenty of bagged options that you can work into your soil.

I’ve been playing with palletised worm castings this season and I’m impressed! It comes in 20kg bags and although more expensive than the likes of mushroom compost or poultry manure, it goes a long way, and it will definitely be a part of my growing ritual from here on.

I received a message a week or so ago asking, “How do I grow beetroot”?

So, let’s talk beetroot!

From seeding, to growing, to harvesting, storage and cooking.

Now beetroot is a root crop and is pretty easy to grow and just as long as you follow a few simple requirements, you’ll have beetroots within eight - 12 weeks, depending on the size you are after. I prefer younger beetroot, no larger than seven-cm in diameter. You’ll find these ones sweeter and less likely to become tough or stringy. Soil preparation is important. Beetroot are hungry feeders so ensure you dig through plenty of organic matter for this crop and then follow up with a regular liquid feed.

I use Seasol every three to four weeks. Plant from seed about 10cm apart, in a sunny position in your garden.

Having said that it is very, very important that you do not let the soil dry out or your seeds will fail. I use a 30% shade net over my garden beds, and it works a treat.

You can over seed beetroot and thin later as the young shoots are a great addition to a salad.

Keep the water up to beetroot, be consistent and be sure to water every morning, and watch for weeds because they don’t like competition. Other than that, they are a no problem vegetable to grow.

Make sure you harvest before they go to seed. They are sweeter with a better texture when harvested young, so when you see the top of the beetroot bulging out of the soil, and they are over 40mm in diameter, you can start to harvest them.

Beetroot will store well in the crisper for up to 3 weeks. Leave a couple of cm of the stalk attached for best longevity. The cut leaves will store for a few days and can be sued just as you would spinach.

Beetroot will store well in the crisper for up to 3 weeks. Leave a couple of centimetres of the stalk attached for best longevity. The cut leaves will store for a few days and can be used just as you would spinach. To freeze, do not peel or cut them, cook them first until tender. This can take a couple of hours. The store them in a container in the freezer. They will last for up to 6 months this way.

Beetroot is very versatile. You can grate them and add them to salad.

You can puree them with oil and add spices to make a beetroot dip.

You can even mash beetroot. After cooking, rub off their skin, add an equal quantity of cooked potatoes and mash with butter, chives and salt and pepper.

HINT:

Wear gloves when cooking your beetroot, you will not get the colour out of your skin for some time.

DID YOU KNOW:

That beetroot is part of the sliver beet family, they are high in fibre and antioxidants and are an excellent source of Vit A & K, manganese, and potassium.

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When protruding from the ground it’s time to harvest

Beetroot leaves are edible and a great replacement for spinach

Beetroot dip with avocado

Did you know that the first Proserpine Show was held in 1899?

And that it was held on Mr John Compton’s farm in the area where Drakes is now located?

The “Port Denison Times” reported, “exhibits were housed in a building near the stables. Mr Jim Reid won the prize for the best cabbages.”

It is believed that the original show came about after the townswomen visited each other for company and would often compare their home remedies, needlecraft and gardening leading to a competition between the ladies.

After seeing the women’s display, the men decided to have a ploughing match and brought along some horses. And so, the Proserpine Agricultural, Pastoral and Industrial Show was born.

By 1902, the idea of a show was rooted in the community with the first meeting of a show committee held in April.

By 1910, the show had grown to such an extent that it was necessary to secure larger premises and the committee leased the current grounds from landowner, G Waite.

A year later, more than 1000 patrons attended the event including visitors from

Bowen who were brought down on a special train organised for the occasion.

While we now have a twoday show including the very popular night show on Friday evening, this was not always the case.

In 1932, the committee was forced to revert to a one-day show due to financial constraints in the district and the night show is a much more modern addition having been introduced in the late 1980s.

Since its inception, the show has seen many improvements – in 1947, a more spacious pavilion was erected, electricity was connected in 1949, a telephone was installed in 1956 and town water supply was available soon after.

Over the years, buildings have been regularly modernised or replaced such as new bar facilities in 1980 and upgraded cattle yards in 2022.

Additional buildings have also been erected such as the Daly and Emily Thomas Memorial Pavilion in 1993 and a new Main Pavilion in 2021, to replace the one destroyed by Cyclone Debbie.

This pavilion features a well-equipped bar constructed using timber from the previ-

ous pavilion.

In 2023, patrons will be treated to a brandnew poultry shed as well as a new grandstand from which to enjoy the ring events.

While many changes have occurred, a familiar thread remains – for example, the effect horses still have on the show.

While “Best Turnout”, the once keenly contested event of brightly coloured and polished sulkies, with a proudly groomed horse stepping out sharply around the ring is long gone, competitions of a different nature are still keenly contested between riders and their mounts.

Side Show alley remains a firm favourite with the young patrons although shows such as Jimmy Sharman’s Boxing Troupe are seen no more.

The exhibit halls continue to attract locals who wish to display their crafts, fruit, vegetables, and cooking and hopefully be judged as the finest in that section.

And for years and years, patrons have savoured the waffles, potato chips, dagwood dogs and fairy floss.

Proserpine’s very first show brought together an isolated community for social activity and friendly competition. While these days our community is no longer isolated, today’s show (now known as Show Whitsunday) continues to be an important and greatly anticipated social event.

The people of the Whitsundays owe a debt to the many dedicated men and women who, for well over a century, have given their time and talents to make the annual show the success that it is today.

This year, the 110th show, promises to deliver yet another fun-filled and action-packed two days of entertainment for all the family.

Drivers I McCormack; Mrs Frazer at the last lady driving contest

Story and photos courtesy Proserpine Historical Museum

Mr and Mrs Ned Lascelles presenting ribbons at the Proserpine Show. Photos supplied

650 Weddings In Seven Years

For 25 years, Kylie McIntosh has played roles in countless happy unions, from wedding planning, stylist and now as a marriage celebrant for the past seven years.

With over 600 weddings, from Cairns to Airlie Beach, in her resume, Kylie does anything and everything for her couples.

“It’s like the biggest natural high you can get, and it’s not just the couple, it’s the moments between the parent and child, or brothers and sisters. I feel all of that,” Kylie said.

Kylie shows the couples through the entire paperwork process, making sure everything is submitted. before focusing on the fun side, such as music, the overall feeling for the ceremony, and the script.

“The ceremony, the script, everything is all personalised to the couple,” she explains.

Kylie tends to specialise in interstate and destination weddings.

“I attract a lot of couples wishing to have intimate weddings, from interstate and regional areas. However also couples with large groups who really want to their wedding guests to have the best experience possible.

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“I bring an awesome vibe to my weddings that couples and their guests really appreciate.”

Kylie was recently awarded winner of the Marriage Celebrant category in the Mackay and Whitsundays Wedding Industry Awards.

This is Kylie’s third time achieving first place and she is grateful for the award.

“When I won the first time, it was more like ‘how?’ - I am just so lucky and grateful that the couples even wanted to vote,” Kylie said.

“And now three awards in three years, it’s incredible, especially because there are so many deserving celebrants.”

“I am just so happy, and the word I’m looking for is grateful, I am so grateful.”

Originating from a passion to work for herself, chef by trade Tara Sobott, established Coastal Food Design, a specialist catering company primarily operated through her food van.

Since setting up shop in 2020, the business has evolved to encompass the food van and event catering, including corporate dinners, parties, weddings, and even the superyachts.

And now in 2023, Tara and the business has been recognised in the Australian Wedding Industry Awards, receiving Highly Commended in the Wedding Caterer category.

“It feels great to be recognised,” said Tara.

“We are a hardworking team who always strives for our best, and it’s great to receive this award.”

Tara believes that what sets Coastal Food Design apart from other caterers is their dedication to their client.

“We love having a great end result, with happy clients and happy guests,” she said.

“They say food brings people together, and we love being a part of that, especially for a fantastic and exciting event such as a wedding.”

Approximately 60 per cent of Coastal Food Designs event catering consists of weddings and the business has flourished, being flexible and open to follow their client’s dream and direction for their special day.

They have found that trends have fluctuated, and wedding parties are favouring simpler menus, featuring canapes, and grazing boards, however a more formal sit-down menu is always a great move in Coastal Food Design’s books.

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The team behind Coastal Food Design recognised in Australian Wedding Industry Awards. Photo supplied.

Wedding celebrant Kylie McIntosh celebrates receiving top award in Mackay and Whitsunday Wedding Industry Awards. Photo credit: Bronte Hodge

Enjoy The Wedding!

With Airlie Beach Babysitting By Danielle

With wedding Celebrant Annie

Lloyd-Lewis

Coming in the top 10 of the Whitsundays and Mackay Wedding Industry Awards came as a complete surprise to local celebrant, Annie Lloyd-Lewis.

Having worked in the industry for 15 years, this former school teacher fills her time with weddings and says it is a delight to be marrying some of her students these days.

Famed for its professionalism and child-centred approach to babysitting, it is no wonder that Airlie Beach Babysitting By Danielle took out the top gong in the Wedding Services Category at the Whitsundays and Mackay Wedding Industry Awards last week.

Servicing the Whitsundays child-care needs for over 13 years, Airlie Beach Babysitting By Danielle can babysit almost any size of group and for any occasion.

“We are really flexible and can tailor make our packages and activities around you,” said Director Danielle Shea.

“We can look after almost any size group and can come to one of the local wedding venues or any of the local hotels and resorts.”

Danielle has between 15 and 20 babysitters available, and each holds a BlueCard and

first aid certificate, and are either a qualified childcare worker or have a teaching degree.

The easy-to-use website booking system allows guests to browse the choice of babysitters and read short profiles on each so you can find the best fit for your family.

Danielle says she is thrilled to win the recent award and that she enjoys being the exclusive babysitting provider to the majority of local wedding venues.

“It’s really good to be part of the Whitsundays Wedding industry,” she said.

“I love working alongside everyone and it is very nice to be recognised.”

Each booking is unique for Danielle and her team, and they always bring a range of activities to keep your little ones happy and entertained while you enjoy some well-earnt time with other adults.

“I get a certain percentage of couples that are former students,” said Annie. “And I think that one of the best things about weddings are the relationships, whether that be between the bride and groom, between myself and the couple or between the family you get to know.”

At the heart of Annie’s service is the personal touch that makes each wedding unique.

Whether you’re eloping or inviting everyone you know, Annie will personally curate your perfect wedding ceremony, from the choice of wording, style of ceremony and everything in between.

Local couple, Jessica and Chris, married last month and wrote to Annie afterwards.

“You really are one of a kind just like everybody says,” they said.

“Also thank you for the lovely photos. They were so good we were able to use them as our first look on social media.”

As a Whitsundays local Annie is also able to recommend the best suppliers in town that will suit your needs.

When asked about being named in the top 10, Annie said it was an “absolute thrill and a very pleasant surprise to have been recognised.”

“It’s not what you ever set out to do but this is like cream to the pavlova!” she said.

Local celebrant Annie Lloyd-Lewis has been marrying couples in the Whitsundays for 15 years.

Photo supplied

Wedding celebrant Kylie McIntosh celebrates receiving top award in Mackay and Whitsunday Wedding Industry Awards. Photo credit: Bronte Hodge

‘Local Favourite’ Wins Award

For the past 16 years Sundowner, now part of the Iconic Whitsunday Adventures group, has been at the heart of wedding parties, hosting a variety of pre-wedding celebrations, intimate ceremonies and fabulous hens and bucks nights.

Winning Best Hens and Bucks Party at the Whitsundays and Mackay Wedding Industry Awards is testament to this iconic local venue.

“We love throwing a good party! Sundowner is a great venue, and our bucks and hens parties are always fun and interesting,” said owner Nicole Graham.

“Sundowner is a local favourite from Townsville to Sarina, and out west to the mines, and we are thrilled to be recognised.”

Sundowner is a party pontoon boat that can host up to 48 people in a private booking or welcomes small groups as part of their evening sunset tours.

Famous for its comfortable and casual atmosphere, Sundowner can create your party, your way.

Guests are invited to bring their own music

and party games when booking a private function.

There is a licenced bar onboard and option for either a catered affair or a BYO food package if you want something specific.

Private charters can be booked any time of the day or evening and two-hour sunset cruises depart most days at 4.30pm during the winter months.

The stable vessel has all-weathering awnings and shelter if needed.

The cruise takes you around Pioneer Bay offering guests a scenic tour while enjoying a lively celebration.

Available for any type of celebration, from intimate proposals to milestone birthdays, work functions to graduation parties, Sundowner is a unique and exciting way to commemorate any life moment, whether big or small.

A Balearica Beach Season Opening

The beach club of Airlie Beach is back for the second year running, with a party not to miss.

This two-day fiesta is bringing the good vibes, sweet tunes and the perfect relaxed party atmosphere that will keep people coming back for more.

Spreading out across the Whitsunday Sailing Club lawns with stunning panoramic views of Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays, this pop-up beach club has all you could want for a two-day party.

It’s a place where you can spend the day relaxing by the beautiful Coral Sea on white beach lounges, laying back with friends, or get amongst the action with entertainment from famous DJs Jamie Porteous and Nina Sinclair, and live musicians - show off your best dance moves on the barefoot beach dancefloor!

This Balearica Beach Club knows how to do the long weekend right, with fresh tiki bar, an extensive menu of exotic and everlasting favourite cocktails, backed by Diablo Co, and a fully stocked bar of Aussie weekend classics, including Corona and a wide variety of carefully curated and hand selected wines, including fantastic Saint

Louis Champagne.

Don’t forget to check out the Spanish tapas menu, with beautifully done Pinchitos, classic Albondigas, and flaky Churros, as a sweet treat, rounding out the perfect beach club Ibiza vibes.

Encompassing all things cruising, relaxing and coastal, Balearica Beach Club is looking after the locals and visitors, with an event always marked in the calendar.

Don’t miss this good time.

WHAT: Balearica Beach Club Season

Opening

WHEN: Saturday, June 24 and Sunday, June 25

WHERE: Whitsunday Sailing Club

TICKETS: balearicabeachclub.com.au

Bucks night fun aboard Sundowner. Photo supplied

Set The Stage Dragon Returns To Airlie Beach Festival Of Music

BY BRONTE HODGE

Ever a fan of touring and getting back to their roots, Australian-New Zealand rock legends Dragon will be gracing the Airlie Beach Festival of Music stage this November.

In fact, Dragon was a headliner for the first Airlie Beach Festival of Music, back in 2013, and now 10 years on, they are honoured to be invited once again.

The boys, Todd on vocals and bass, Mark with vocals and guitar, Bruce on guitar, and Pete who is awesome on drums, have an antipodean rhythm that thrums through them, creating hit Aussie classics that everybody has to get up and dance to.

The band embodies rock and roll and rocks out in a ‘gentlemanly-like fashion’, according to Mark, who was propositioned by Todd 17 years ago to join the band.

“Of course, I said yes,” said Mark. “I was just wondering, who calls at 10 o’clock in the morning with something so unexpected?

“And it was quite amazing.”

Dragon has transformed into a household family name, particularly in 1987 when the band toured across Europe

with powerhouse Tina Turner, under the name ‘Hunter’.

“I think that is by far a high point for the band,” said Mark.

Since then, Dragon has returned to Australia and made a local name for themselves across Australia and New Zealand.

“We went to one of those big festivals in New Zealand, Rhythm and Vines.

“And, you know, there was nobody there, nobody in the audience.

“We had only just arrived and there was somebody on stage just announcing.

“And we’re going ‘oh my god, this is going to be awful. We’re going to walk out on stage and play to nobody’ and literally within the 10 minutes before we walked on stage, thousands of people came over the hills and everywhere, and everyone came down to the stage.

“It was a phenomenal sight!”

Making their way to Airlie Beach Festival of Music is high on the band’s agenda.

“We have been wondering when we’d have the chance to come to the festival again. Every year it goes by, and every year we go ‘there it is, and there we ar-

A Coral Sea Long Lunch

en’t’, but not this year!

“We are thrilled, absolutely thrilled to be coming!”

The variety of artists on the 2023 lineup continue to get bigger and better, with more headliners announced seemingly every day.

“The variety of acts is outstanding. It seems to be a lot of classics. With us, we’ll be playing the anthems that everyone knows, so we can play a chord and the audience can sing along.”

The classic timeless tunes of Dragon will not be lost on anyone at the Airlie Beach Festival of Music 2023, with every generation, young and old, rocking out to the set list.

What a way to spend a chill spring afternoon, rocking to the best of ‘April Sun in Cuba,’ ‘Are You Old Enough?’ and ‘Still in Love with You’.

WHAT: Airlie Beach Festival of Music

WHERE: Airlie Beach

WHEN: Thursday November 9 to Sunday November 12

TICKETS: airliebeachfestivalofmusic. com.au

Time to get the girls and guys together for an easy-going long lunch, perfectly catered by Coral Sea Resort, paired with Bird In Hand wines, and set to the backdrop of the beautiful and effervescent Coral Sea.

With a fantastically beautiful, curated menu by Coral Sea Marina Resort Head Chef Michael Dominici, this six course degustation menu spells poise and sophistication.

Each course has been carefully paired with wine, including the very best of oysters, paired with a sauvignon blanc, king prawns with pinot gris and beautiful osso bucco gnocchi with a rose, plus so much more.

And don’t forget the absolutely delectable tiramisu as the final course to send you on your way.

With cruising live music and good energy, this afternoon has been planned to the tee and is not an event to miss.

Dressed in your best whites, this afternoon

will be elegant and classy, sophisticated, and sweet.

Relax to the picture-perfect panoramic ocean views, the sound of gentle waves lapping at the jetty, the swaying palms and the cool breeze wafting through your hair.

“This event is a great way to connect with other locals,” said Anna Johnstone, Sales and Events Executive for the resort.

“Our chef has created something different from the menu and his creativity is exciting.”

WHAT: The Long Lunch

WHERE: Coral Sea Resort

WHEN: Saturday, June 25, from 12pm

TICKETS: $150 available through Whitsunday Tickets

FUTURE DATES:

Next Week

Authentic Mexican Restaurant Opens

Food lovers have been excitedly anticipating the arrival of Lazy Joe’s authentic Mexican Restaurant and Bar on the Airlie Beach Esplanade, and it is opening next week!

Specialising in Mexican Street Food with a splash of Texas BBQ, this new restaurant is inspired by true Mexican street food with sauces and marinades made from traditional recipes.

Enjoy Taquitos, Nachos, Quesadillas, Enchiladas, Elotes and more at this fresh, fun, and cruisy restaurant while marvelling at their eclectic décor and furnishings, shipped straight from Mexican markets. There will also be Fro-

The Long Lunch

The Jetty at Coral Sea Resort

Sunday 25 June, 2023

zen Margaritas, spicey cocktails, Mexican beer and an amazing Tequila range that will all be expertly created by the in-house mixologists.

With house cocktails starting at just $9.90, this exceptional Mexican experience, is priced to be affordable, accessible, and great for friends and family to enjoy together or for couples to looking for a cosy evening escape.

Located at 6/1 Airlie Esplanade, above the tattoo parlour, guests can enjoy sea views and a warm breeze from the bifold windows, with a dining experience that makes you feel like you just walked into a traditional Mexican Cantina.

6 Course Degustation Menu with Paired BIRD IN HAND wines

Live Acoustic Music - $150 per person

Tickets https://www.whitsundaytickets.com.au/

Coral Sea Resort’s Long Lunch consists of six courses and hand-selected wines. Photo supplied

MIRROR MIRROR ON THE WALL

When I was only seventeen, With skin so fair and clear and soft, I watched my Mum put on her face, I even laughed at her, and scoffed, “Does it really make a difference? That powder and that paint?

All it seems to do,” I said, “Is make complexions What they ain’t.”

But I’m not laughing now, oh no, Now it’s me that’s in the wars. Too late, I realise today, That make-up hides a lot of flaws!

So thanks, Helena Rubenstein, Max Factor, every other. How I bless your camouflage. And - Apologies to Mother!

Jo Kane

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Calling All Songwriters!

Back by popular demand, the second annual Whitsundays Songwriter Festival and Residency has just been announced for August 31 to September 4 this year.

Organisers are excited to provide a threeday Songwriter Residential Retreat which includes a diverse and educational program where attendees have the opportunity to learn from some of the best musical minds in the industry.

The event will culminate in a special evening performance by the professional faculty at Paradiso in Airlie Beach on the Saturday evening.

The festival is a brainchild of inspiring local musician, Karen Jacobsen, who performed her pop-orchestral piece, Misogyny Opus, at the MECC last month, and Francesca de Valance, who is the founder of I Heart Songwriting Club.

Professional Australian songwriters of diverse music genres have been invited to attend the 2023 mentorship program, with names expected to be announced soon.

Over the three days the faculty will participate in a retreat, co-writing songs, networking, and sharing their personal experiences in the music industry.

Last year 13-year-old Noah Robertson penned an entire song during the residency and went on to win the Australian National Busking Championship Awards, demonstrating the transformative power of the festival’s mentorship and guidance.

Emerging songwriters are encouraged to sign-up to the Whitsundays Songwriter Festival and Residency now and discover how this revolutionary musical community can help you reach your dreams.

Welcome The Whales: Special Event Tonight

The whole community is invited to formally welcome the whales to our region in a special event hosted by the Traditional Owners of The Whitsundays.

Each year between June and October, thousands of whales – especially Humpbacks – migrate north from the cold waters of Antarctica to breed and give birth within our warm and calm tropical waters. This year, the community is invited to mark the official start of the 2023 season with a family event on the Airlie Beach Foreshore from 5pm this evening.

Children are encouraged to wear blue to the ceremony and Traditional Owners will

invite children to be painted in traditional markings.

They will then be guided to put their handprints on a traditional painting of a mother and calf Humpback to signify the community’s bond and connection with the whales.

In keeping with long-established First Nations ritual, a smoking ceremony will then take place, before an ancient whale chant sung by the Traditional Owners.

Representatives of the Ngaro people will then speak about their cultural connection with the whales and the deep-seated cultural significance of the season’s first whales.

BOWEN S SUMMERGARDEN

“THE FLASH” (PG) 100mins. Action/Adventure

During the event there will also be a popup workshop hosted by the Great Barrier Reef Festival and lead by artist Margaret Burgess as part of the Immerse Installation Art Presentation.

A giant whale will make the centrepiece of this activity.

After the formalities and activities, everyone is invited to relax and watch a film by Master Reef Guides about The Whitsundays and the cetaceans that live and visit the area.

This will be followed by Whitsundays Reef Guardian Council’s alfresco screening of The Snail and the Whale movie at 6pm.

Please

it is returning this August

The festival is made possible with the support of the Queensland Government through Arts Showcase Program and Whitsunday Regional Council through the Regional Arts Development Fund.

WHAT: Whitsundays Songwriter Festival and Residency

WHEN: August 31 to September 4

WHERE: Yangaro Resort

WHAT: Welcome To The Whales Ceremony

WHERE: Airlie Beach Foreshore

WHEN: Friday, June 16 TIME: From 5pm-6pm

TICKETS: Free to the community

Barry Allen uses his super speed to change the past, but his attempt to save his family creates a world without superheroes, forcing him to race for his life in order to save the future.Stars: Ben Affleck, Sasha Calle, Michael Keaton

“ELEMENTAL” (PG) 93mins. Animation/Adventure/Comedy

Follows Ember and Wade, in a city where fire-, water-, land- and air-residents live together. Stars: Leah Lewis, Mamoudou Athie, Ronnie Del Carmen

“SPIDERMAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE (PG) 136mins. Animation/Action/Adventure

Miles Morales catapults across the Multiverse, where he encounters a team of Spider-People charged with protecting its very existence. When the heroes clash on how to handle a new threat, Miles must redefine what it means to be a hero. Stars: Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Oscar Isaac

“THE LITTLE MERMAID” (PG) 135mins.

A young mermaid makes a deal with a sea witch to trade her beautiful voice for human legs so she can discover the world above water and impress a prince.

Stars: Halle Bailey, Jonah Hauer-King, Melissa McCarthy

“JOHN FARNHAM-FINDING THE VOICE” (M) 96mins True-life Story

See Something special True Story Live Show on the BIG SCREEN! Made in Australia and only $10 THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF AN AUSSIE ICON

Follow John Farnham’s journey from humble beginnings to record-breaking success in his first authorised biopic.

Stars: John Farnham, Jimmy Barnes, Daryl Braithwaite, Paul Dainty

- 12.05pm 5.40pm

Last year’s Whitsundays Songwriter Festival and Residency was such a success that

Come and join the Welcome To Whales event at the Airlie Beach Foreshore this evening. Photo supplied

Industry Legends And New Talent Announced for Airlie Beach Festival Of Music 2023

With less than six months to go, the biggest music festival in the Whitsundays is ready to deliver something to everyone again this year and organisers are excited by the latest line-up announcement.

With 15 venues across Airlie Beach and 50 bands of all genres, Airlie Beach Festival of Music is already shaping up to be an exciting event for all to enjoy.

This year, organisers are welcoming back some classic artists who performed in the festival’s first year.

Ian Moss, iconic Aussie music icon, is “extremely excited to be playing in in 2023, along with my incredible band.”

“The Whitsundays region and the North Queensland tropics is such a beautiful part of our country, so if you can, grab a friend, get your tickets, and get along to see some great acts and music. We can’t wait!” he said. He will be joined by classic legends Dragon, who also performed at the first festival in

2013.

Frenzal Rhomb guitarist, Lindsay McDougall, said his band dreamed of the Whitsundays when they were young.

“From Hamilton to Hayman, from Daydream to some other ones that I can’t think of right now, and now we get to play there!” he said.

“More importantly, we’re gonna be near Ian Moss! And The Superjesus, Pierce Brothers and more. And Ian Moss! Can we borrow someone’s trimaran?”

Joining this all-star lineup is Lucy Gallant, Chocolate Starfish, Billy Field, and Skunkhour.

King Stingray’s strong vocals are set to cruise through the festival, bringing imagery of connections to home and family, only stepping into the scene in 2020.

Ross Wilson is an essential addition, performing his 50 years of Eagle Rock production with band The Peaceniks.

2022 Passport to Airlie winner Perry Street Park have been making waves and are coming back

to wow Airlie Beach once again. Tourism Whitsundays Chief Executive Officer, Rick Hamilton is looking forward to another big year of the Airlie Beach Festival of Music.

“Gavin, the festival founder, and his team have put together the perfect festival that incorporates the whole town seamlessly,” he said.

“From free buses running to and from accommodation houses to having bands in 15 venues and fully-equipped seating so there’s no need for attendees to even take camping chairs, it’s a music festival unique to Airlie Beach,” he said.

“As a tourism-driver, the Airlie Beach Festival of Music has transformed the first weekend of November into the most sought-after weekend outside of school holidays.

“If you want to experience The Whitsundays and some great music acts, I encourage you to book your tickets and accommodation soon.”

WHAT: Airlie Beach Festival of Music

WHERE: Airlie Beach

WHEN: Thursday November 9 to Sunday November 12

TICKETS: airliebeachfestivalofmusic.com.au

Reformed Rockers, The Superjesus, led by frontwoman, Sarah McLeod welcomed to Airlie Beach Festival of Music 2023

Perry Street Park, winners of 2022 Passport to Airlie, set to return with massive success in tow

Rock band powerhouse Chocolate Starfish have been rocking since the 90s. Photos supplied

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GIG GUIDE

Friday 16th Jun

• The Pub: Andy Mammers (7-10pm)

• Paradiso: Loui Battour (7-10pm)

• KC’s: Aaron Saxon (8pm-late)

• Hotel Metropole: Live Entertainment (8pm-late)

• Grand View Hotel, Bowen: Jason Bull (from 8pm)

Saturday 17th Jun

• The Pub: Glory Days, The Springsteen Experience (2-5.30pm)

• The Pub: Andy Mammers (7-10pm)

• Paradiso: Tim Conlon (7-10pm)

• KC’s: Shaun Diver (8pm-late)

• Hotel Metropole: Live Entertainment (8pm-late)

Sunday 18th Jun

• Paradiso: Aaron Saxon (1-4pm)

• Grand View Hotel: JJ Rox (2-5.30pm)

• The Pub: Benatar & The Boss Tribute (25.30pm)

• The Pub: Acoustic Sessions, Lloyd Saunders (7-10pm)

• KC’s: Aaron Saxon (8pm-late)

Monday 19th Jun

• KC’s: Kaeden McCarthy (8pm-late)

Tuesday 20th Jun

• KC’s: Tim Richards (8pm-late)

Wednesday 21st Jun

• KC’s: Jason Bull (8pm-late)

Thursday 22nd Jun

• Paradiso: Aaron Saxon (6.30-9.30pm)

• The Pub: Acoustic Sessions, Lloyd Saunders (6.30-9.30pm)

• KC’s: Jason Bull (8pm-late)

• Grand View Hotel, Bowen: Sam McCann (from 8pm)

Movie

Fast X (M)

Elemental

Elemental sees the reprise of classic Pixar and Disney animation and inspired storyboards, with a touching tale of unlikely love in a world of living elements.

The main storyline follows Ember, a Fire Person, who works in her father’s corner store, and is struggling with being socially ridiculed for wanting to explore outside her home, Fire Town.

However, one day, she breaks a pipe in her father’s store, flooding the basement.

In with the water cames City Inspector Wade, who is a water person and has been investigating Fire Town’s rundown water system which threatens all of Fire Town. In a rush decision, Ember joins forces with Wade, to save her father’s shop from going under.

Together, her and Wade work as a team to solve the mystery of what’s going wrong in Fire Town and this partnership marks the beginning of an unlikely yet endearing love story between two characters who could not be more different.

WHAT'S ON

June

16 Bright Lights Fundraiser, Proserpine RSL from 6.30pm (ticketed event)

16 Welcome To the Whales at the Foreshore from 5pm

18-28 Spiderman Across the Spiderverse screening at the PEC

20 Blueback screening at the PEC

21 Kinder Gym at Bowen PCYC (every Mon & Wed)

21 Community Catch-Up Collinsville from 10am

22 Fitter For Life Over 50’s at Bowen PCYC (Tues & Thurs)

22 Sydney HotShots at Proserpine Golf Club (18+ ticketed event)

With a touching and intimate soundtrack and stunning visuals, audiences can’t help but root for Ember and Wade’s happy ending, and the resolution and recognition of Fire People, who are often forcibly reserved to only remain in Fire Town and are looked down upon when outside their city.

Employing nuisance ideas of immigration and racial stigmatism, the sustained metaphor of Elementals is subtle and discrete,

allowing audiences to think further on modern-day racial tensions.

With no true antagonist to the film, it is solely Wade and Ember’s bittersweet romance that propels audiences through to the end.

Elemental opens in Bowen Cinema on Friday June 16.

22-5 The Little Mermaid screening at the PEC

23 Show Whitsunday, Proserpine Showgrounds Anzac Rd

27 Fitter For Life Over 50’s at Bowen PCYC (Tues & Thurs)

27 Sailability Whitsundays from 9am at Whitsunday Sailing Club

29 Fitter For Life Over 50’s at Bowen PCYC (Tues & Thurs)

29-9 The Flash screening at the PEC

July

1 & 2 Gloucester Hidden Talent Art Expo, Sport & Rec Assoc Hideaway Bay Rd (small entry fee)

The end of the road begins. Fast X, the tenth film in the Fast & Furious Saga, launches the final chapters of one of cinema’s most storied and popular global franchises, now in its third decade and still going strong with the same core cast and characters as when it began.

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (PG)

After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Spider-Man is catapulted across the Multiverse, where he encounters a team of Spider-People charged with protecting its very existence. Miles finds himself pitted against the other Spiders and must redefine what it means to be a hero.

The Little Mermaid (PG)

The Little Mermaid is the beloved story of Ariel, a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. The youngest of King Triton’s daughters and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea and, while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric.

3 Kinder Gym at Bowen PCYC (every Mon & Wed)

4 Fitter For Life Over 50’s at Bowen PCYC (Tues & Thurs)

5 Kinder Gym at Bowen PCYC (every Mon & Wed)

6 Fitter For Life Over 50’s at Bowen PCYC (Tues & Thurs)

8 Let’s Do Latin Fundraiser, Whitsunday Sailing Club (ticketed event)

10 Kinder Gym at Bowen PCYC (every Mon & Wed)

11 Fitter For Life Over 50’s at Bowen PCYC (Tues & Thurs)

11 Sailability Whitsundays from 9am at Whitsunday Sailing Club

This beautiful and endearing love story is full of stunning visuals and touching moments

Airlie Beach Welcomes International Comedian For One Night Only

Internationally renowned superstar comedian Jimeoin is coming to the Airlie Beach Hotel for a massive one night only this July and it will be an evening of unforgettable fun, and non-stop laughter.

This Irish comedian has performed here, there, and everywhere, and next up on his national tour is the one and only, and completely unforgettable, Airlie Beach Hotel.

He is infamous for declaring a tour then adding little spots along the way to share the laughter with and Jimeoin only recently added Airlie Beach to the mix, making this show sure to be a hoot and a half of a production.

Now, Airlie Beach is always set with an eager, engaged, and excited audience, and Jimeoin has already been receiving high praise and accolades for visiting our little neck of the Australian woods, with just over one long month to go before his arrival. Being a regular face on Aussie television since the early 90s, often performing at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, featuring at

the Edinburgh Festival Fringe each and every year, and having insanely popular live tours, Jimeoin will be taking on Airlie Beach and people are excited.

He is known, famous, and beloved for his absolutely cracking one liners, his intimate and personal standup comedy, and his charming and witty observations of everyday people and life.

Charming a crowd comes easy to Jimeoin and what a better place to be charmed than at the Airlie Beach Hotel.

Oh, and what will he say about our local Airlie Beach and Whitsundays area, where shoes are sometimes –more like often - optional, a tan is mandatory, and a cool and refreshing beverage on a summer’s day is a must?

Get your ticket now and find out in person what he observed and what he shares!

Jimeoin’s newest tour showcases the very best of his talents, drawing upon two of his beloved classic productions, The Craic and Who’s Your

Man?!, both unbelievably funny performances each in their own right.

Combining fantastic elements of these hit shows, Jimeoin has created a show that is the best of the very best, and something not to miss.

Long time fans of Jimeoin will not be disappointed, and newcomers to the comedian’s work will be left stunned and impressed, and all will be coming back for more, you can guarantee that.

Catch this comedic superstar live, up close and in person, at the Airlie Beach Hotel for one night only!

And don’t worry, the Airlie Beach Hotel will look after you, with both seated and standing tickets available, ready for anyone and everyone to catch a peek of this absolutely knee slapping, wickedly exhilarating show.

WHAT: Jimeoin Live

WHERE: The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel

WHEN: Wednesday, July 19, from 7pm

TICKETS: https://bit.ly/3VSJqU8

Bright Lights Shine Tonight

Head on down to the Proserpine RSL this evening for a performance by some incredible female vocalists at the Bright Lights Dinner and Show fundraiser.

Starring Lisa Stanley and three of her talented students, the evening will be a mixture of solo performances, harmonies, and group songs.

Lisa has been performing for over 20 years and she uses this experience to mentor young people in the community with her music club, Music Evolution Project.

Tonight, she will sing alongside three of her star students.

Amber Hinschen is a 15-year-old vocalist and lead singer of Category 5. Lisa describes her as a “belting powerhouse” who has been part of the club for a year and a half.

Also singing on the night is 13-yearold Meg McKeon who has a unique voice that Lisa describes as “laid back Sunday afternoon music that you could listen to all day”.

Completing the trio of young vocalists is Dominik James who is the lead singer of MyENVY.

She came third in Young Whitsundays Got Talent last year and her band came second.

Tonight’s event will be a lively and dynamic affair with dancing, karaoke

and of course the show. Dinner will also be served to guests. All proceeds are going directly back towards the RSL and will help fund their new kitchen.

WHAT: Bright Lights Dinner and Show fundraiser.

WHEN: Friday, June 16

WHERE: Proserpine RSL, 27 Chapman Street

TICKETS: RSL

Hilarious crack up Jimeoin makes the trek to Airlie Beach on his national tour

Powerhouse in stand-up, Jimeoin will get everyone slapping their knees and bent sideways with laughter

No one is safe in a live audience with Jimeoin. Be prepared! Photos supplied

Hot Acts At 110th Show Whitsunday

At the 110th annual Show Whitsunday, the lineup is one of the best, with family favourites and exciting newcomers eager to attend the two-day event.

Returning by popular demand is Airtime FMX Motocross, with their captivating Freestyle Motocross performance which is always intense and exciting.

Performing each day, and a second time on Friday right before the fireworks, this act is set to impress and keeps viewers in their seats.

Attendees can also check out the Australian Travelling Fishing Show with the Berkley Supertank.

Offering an up-close and personal look at spectacular underwater creatures, this 15-metres long, three-metre-high tank is perfect for live demonstrations of lures and fishing techniques as well as covering all things eyewear, footwear, knife sharpening, electronics, and must-see holiday spots.

For some kid’s entertainment, check out Melville’s Baby Animal Petting Farm, full of fantastic baby animals, including alpacas, ducks, chickens and goats.

The children can have a hand at feeding the animals and snap a few pictures.

Also, keep an eye out for the wild roaming dinosaurs, which have made the show-

Main Ring

grounds their home for a few days. Feel free to enter the Dinosaur Park – at your own risk, of course – and be educated on these majestic beasts.

There is also the Moovin Team, with balloon and ukulele workshops, to inspire and unleash creativity within children.

Some of the best show rides are returning as well, including wild attractions such as the Big Whizzer, the Sky Flyer and The Graviton, that have been paired perfectly with calmer entertainment, such as the Big Slide, Dodgem Cars, the Haunted House, and Shooting Galleries.

Also, don’t miss the side show alley and the show bag stalls, which make perfect mementos for the car ride home.

While there, check out the pavilion’s show entries, with homemade sweet treats, handmade paintings, craft and needlework, and the cattle, poultry and produce judgings.

With buses organised to ferry patrons to and from the showground, feel free to hit up the bar and enjoy yourself.

WHAT: Show Whitsunday

WHERE: Proserpine Showground

WHEN: Friday 23 and Saturday 24 June TICKETS: showwhitsunday.com.au or Whitsunday Computers and Stationary

water meter reads commence

You can help us to read your water meter by making sure it is accessible, visible and clear of vegetation. Council encourages you to read your own water meter and keep track of your water usage. Water consumption charges will be issued to you in August 2023.

Please ensure that you make payment with your water notice, not your rate notice, as the payment details differ.

You can pay your water notice at any Australia Post Office, by BPAY, online at Council’s website www.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au or by phone.

Photo Credit: Bronte Hodge

Whitsunday Touch Football

TOUCH FOOTBALL

Last Monday night marked the thrilling conclusion of WTA’s Winter Season, as four exhilarating Grand Finals took place.

We extend our thanks to the teams, as well as their families and friends, for supporting our club. With great anticipation, we eagerly await an even grander and more spectacular Grand Final night in the upcoming season.

Mixed A Grade and Mixed Family Grade delivered the tightest contests.

In A Grade Trusty and In the Crear went try for try with the scores locked 5 all deep into the second half until Trusty were able to break the deadlock with 2 late tries.

Similarly in Family Grade no team could gain an ascendancy with scores locked at

full time. Escapees/Misfits prevailed in the Drop Off. Escapees/Misfits 7 Mainlanders

6.

B Grade and C Grade followed a similar path with the winners establishing an early lead that was never threatened.

B Grade Slippery Salmons 5 Ray White 2.

C Grade Fumble This 5 Stingers 1.

WTA extends its thanks to the referees who officiated in the Grand Final. Special thanks to Ian and Bruce experienced referees from the Burdekin Touch Association for helping out.

WTA’s Summer Season will start after the school holidays.

Contributed with thanks to Alita DeBrincat.

Cannons’ Take to the Ocean

Local Rugby Stars Make NQ

For both Year 6 St Catherine’s Catholic College boys, rugby union is in their blood, and making the North Queensland team for rugby union is a dream come true.

Jamar Tabua has been playing rugby, both league and union, since he was 10-yearsold, following in the footsteps of his dad.

“My dad just signed me up because he played footy and wanted me to play footy,”

Jamar said.

“And I just turned out to be gunfire!”

Cooper Robinson has been playing the sport since he was six, with both his parents avid fans of the sport.

“My dad says, ‘play your own game, don’t worry about anyone else’,” Cooper said.

The boys have been playing together for years, with Cooper getting Jamar into the

SWIMMING

On Wednesday afternoon, Torpedoes who have been consistently training were invited to a special training session.

During this session, swimmers enjoyed using the new backstroke ledges and the new dive block kickers.

The coaches would like to commend Declan Dichiera, Jasper Korosec, Lucas Korosec, Koa Harland, Levi Smith, Indi Smith, Roxy Groom, Alex Trefz, Connor Lee, Stevie Lee, Harris Delac, Abi Maher and Evie Doherty.

On Sunday, a couple of Cannonvale Cannons travelled to Townsville to participate in the Townsville “Club to Club” Ocean Swim.

Congratulations to Jacob Bell (M12-19) and Nelson Malady (M10 – 11) who both achieved 2nd place in their age groups.

Jacob swam in the 2km event and swam a time of 28.46.90 and Nelson swam in the 1km event and swam a time of 19.54.37.

The Cannons would also like to commend Kyle Pevitt-Scott who swam the 2km event in 33.20.50. Coach Mark Erickson accompanied Raylene Rasmussen through the 2km swim, and they both enjoyed a leisurely Sunday morning pace.

During the week, the Cannons hosted the Annual General Meeting.

The Cannonvale Cannons are looking forward to hosting their winter carnival this Saturday.

game initially.

“I started when I was 10,” Jamar said. “Because he got me into it. We played this carnival together and I was a gun. I got the MVP of the game.”

Both boys have aspirations of making it big in the sport and playing professionally. Cooper has the short-term goal of making the Far North Queensland Rugby team when he is 14, and Jamar is looking into his future, hoping to make it into the Junior Cowboys.

“I’m going to play my hardest at Ipswich and look out for scouts,” Jamar said. The boys, with three other boys from St Catherine’s, travelled to Townsville to compete in the trials.

Of the 80 boys at the Townsville NQ trials, Jamar and Cooper are two of 23 who made the team, and will travel to Ipswich later in the year, to compete in the state trials.

Mixed A Grade Grand Final Winners – Trusty

Slippery Salmons win the B Grade

The team of referees

Jacob, Nelson, Raylene, and Mark at Townsville Strand. Photo supplied

RUGBY UNION

Cooper Robinson and Jamar Tabua qualify for North Queensland Rugby Union. Photo credit: Bronte Hodge

Raiders Match Report

Last Saturday saw the top of the table Whitsunday Raiders travel to Lions Sports Park Mackay to take on the 6th place Kuttabul Camelboks.

It was going to be a challenging match for the number one placed Raiders side as they were without eight of their regular run-on players due to injury or work commitments. This meant that the Raiders would have to play uncontested scrums, and as a result field one less player meaning it would be 15 against 14 for the full 80 minutes.

Kuttabul are renowned for their physicality and their ability to rise to the occasion, especially at home, which is exactly what they did.

Scoring 5 tries to the Raiders 1 in the first half, leaving the Raiders in the unusual position of being behind 31 - 5 at half time.

Second half saw the true spirit of the Raiders shine through, with an inspirational comeback scoring two tries in the second half and keeping Kuttabul scoreless. Final score Kuttabul 31 Raiders 17.

Best on field for the Raiders were new man David Aspil with 3 points, Tom Humphries with 2 points and Darragh Lynch with 1 point.

Raiders head to Mackay this Saturday in a bid to maintain their Number One position on the ladder, taking on Slade Point at 3.30pm at the Cathy Freeman Oval.

Contributed with thanks to Steve Ward

Whitsunday United flying high with a massive home round!

FOOTBALL

Under 13 Div 1 played their best game of the season on Saturday with a fantastic display of positive forward play and pressing to get the ball back at every opportunity.

Goals went to Oli, Lockie, and Caleb. Caleb’s second goal from just over half way was an absolute ripper against the run of play and sealed the win.

This 4-0 win was against a Lions side that had previously beaten us.

The U13 prem team took the lead against Wanderers after a sublime pass from Shannon Matthews sent Matthew onto goal and although his shot was well saved, Sam kept the pressure up and was rewarded with the goal.

A well taken penalty by Wanderers evened the score with the game finishing 1-1.

15 Div 1 lost against Wanderers 2-1. Some great passing and movement we just lacked the killer shot on goal. Special thanks to the U13 boys who stepped up to help us out - Cohen, Will, and Matt.

The Paddy’s Shenanigans Div 1 and 2 teams faced off against Lions.

Unfortunately, WUFC struggled to create many chances, falling 2-0 behind at the break to scrappy goals. The second half, with the wind behind the team, was a different affair, but the equaliser never came, going down 2-1.

Our Div 1 team faced up to Lions expecting another tough match up.

However, the opposition had a number backing up with many injuries in the squad.

Lions went up 1-0 early on, but WUFC took control, hitting 3 unanswered goals, including a 40-yard screamer from veteran Richard Draper.

A comfortable 6-2 win makes it 4 wins in a row at home.

The Reserve women got some valuable points on the board this week with a 4-2 win over Country.

Kiki opened the scoring early for the ladies and continued to work tirelessly the entire game to put pressure on the Country defence.

Upfront Maddy put away two nice goals to keep Whitsundays in front the entire game and from the middle Steph’s runs paid off with the fourth goal of the game.

The Premier ladies continued to dominate with a 14-0 win over Country.

Despite dominating possession, and having many opportunities, the final touch lacked finesse and they went into half-time

break only 4-0 up.

The second half Whitsunday ran away with the game with the attacking group working together to keep the pressure firmly on Country Final tally of scorers was Willow(4), Lena(3),Laura(3),Steph(2),Bre and Eva one each.

Whitsunday Men Ressies were unfortunate to come away without any points against Brothers.

The team started well with Andrew Johnstone scoring a cracker within 5 minutes.

The lads pressed to try rescue the game but ended up losing 4-2 after chasing the game.

It was a different story for the Premier

Men against City Brothers.

The lads applied relentless pressure going into the break with a commanding 4-0 lead with another from Sherro and two from Smithy.

The second half saw the team playing the best football they have played all season carving apart a helpless Brothers.

The second half saw Sherro complete his first hat trick for the club and Delors finishing off a phenomenal team goal in fantastic fashion.

The full-time whistle blew with Whitsundays finishing 6-0 winners.

Contributed with thanks to Allan Milostic.

Luke Swift never an easy man to tackle. Photo supplied

Whitsunday Raiders took on the Kuttabul Camelboks over the weekend. Photo supplied

Airlie Beach Bowls Report

BOWLS

Another week is over and its nearly halfway through June already.

The Ladies penants is in full swing and once again we are doing well in all divisions.

Wednesday afternoon Jackpot bowls brilliantly run by Rick and Galea and Merve Stewart saw 22 bowlers chasing the jackpot prize, however it never went off and will Jackpot into next week.

The bar was set high, and it was the team of Nik Fernbach with newcomer Greg and Tony Whitehorn who ran away with the first prize money.

On Friday saw the semi-finals of the Whitsunday Christian College and the improvement in the children has to be seen to be believed and it’s going to be another girl’s grand finale.

Saturday and Sunday saw the 23rd running of the June Carnival with 16 teams competing for big cash prizes.

The weekend was also had great spon-

Wangaratta Bowls Report

sors and PRD, Hadlow Racing Team, to name a few.

Fiona Greener was just run off her little feet and with Ray also working tirelessly for the highly successful tournament.

All teams were rewarded with prizes but there can only be one team to win this prestigious event and that belonged to Manny Isgro and his team consisting of Russell Bramich at third, Peter Petersen at second, and Peter Wright at lead.

Congratulations must go to them on their sterling performance.

Amanda Camm was also on hand with great sponsorship for the event.

Contributed with thanks to Mark Mawson.

Bowen Bowls Report

BOWLS

Results of Competition

Games:

Club Mixed Pairs: Andrew Peebles, and Helen Jacobsen defeated Sue Fox, and Steve Roome.

Wednesday Social: MaryEllen Pratten, Daryl Tuttle, and Steve Roome defeated Keith Kirk, Allen Williams, and Ross Scanlon.

Peter, Gavin, and Thomson defeated Dave, Jill, and Geoff.

Winners for the afternoon were Bev, Leah, and Ron who defeated Joan, Paula, and Jane.

Sunday Social: Lorraine McArthur, Tracey Roach, and Peter Bruce defeated Eddy Neylon, Mark Rogers, and Gavin Charles.

Darts Report

With the winter break coming up after this week’s round of darts, all the guys will be hoping to go into that break with a win to keep the ball rolling.

The action got underway at the Airlie Beach Bowls Club with Hawkeye Rick taking on Seumas Rose.

Both players down at the wrong end of the table but hoping to improve on current form.

The match was even enough throughout with Rick to his credit showing an improve-

BOWLS

Fun Friday winners were Alan Connolly and V Palmer who defeated Roger Mumby and Kay Connelly. John Blementer, Ron Hyde and Ann Fitz defeated Simon Keith, Barry H, Frank F, A Huppatz defeated Jan Dawson and B Russo, and R Stitt, J Stamp and L Palmer defeated Greg Lee, G Howie. The jackpot didn’t go off.

Winners for Sunday afternoon were Gwenda Lydom, Allan Pearson, Bob Russo and Jim Steele defeated Bill Myer, Roger Mymby, Alan Purson and Geoff Danvers. Runners Up Merle Elphinstone, Maureen Hyde and Dot Slater defeated John, Irene and M Willimamson.

Others J Christie, J Healey and S Fuller defeated L Collins, L Knight and K Jewell.

C Dunbar, L Scells and M Richie defeated A Kayser, Land K Armstrong. Pam L Danvers Michael defeated Terri Brian B P Tracey, Steve Sanmone, L Nightingale, K Russo, P Howie defeated T Bowen, M Connolly, I Wheeler and R Hyde.

C Bellingham, S Shearing and K Whitton defeated J Hayson, J Walsh and A Rolfe. M Nesbitt, K Sheldon and B Colquhoun defeated S Pearson, J Breakwell and Norm. The jackpot didn’t go off.

Contributed with thanks Penny Warren.

BOWLS Proserpine Bowls Report

Australian Open competing.

Daryl Tuttle, and Ron Gould defeated Peter Thomson, and Lee Welsted.

Peter Wilson, Jill Brabon, and Brett Lampard defeated Joan Edwards, Paula Welsted, and Jane Gilbert.

Contributed with thanks to Joan Edwards.

DARTS

ment compared to recent weeks, giving Seumas a run for his money, but experience came into it in the end, with Seumas capable of going up a gear when needed to win the contest 7/4.

Jamie Maher went top of the league briefly when he defeated Kameron Reason in a one-sided affair by 7 legs to nil, but that was quickly cancelled out with Jamie Woods 7/2 victory over Arthur McMinn shortly after.

The round was closed out with a 6 all draw between Gary Robbie and Kameron Reason in

This week’s early Wednesday morning social bowls were called off due to rain overnight.

This meant that everyone was keen as mustard for some wonderful bowls on Sunday afternoon.

Alen Sanderson and Sandy Daffara defeated John Anderson and Barry Zillmann 19 - 12 in a game of 2/4/2 Pairs.

Lee King, Bruce Uhe and Heather Brown defeated John Burnett, Arthur Griffith and Mike Harrison 18 - 12 in a game of Triples.

It has been good to follow the progress of our bowlers who are currently away at the

Kameron’s second match of the day, where he slotted home a lovely 180 to take a point, and a maximum for his day’s efforts, not bad at all.

We’ll be back in action in a few weeks’ time after a small break, see you then.

The Premier League is proudly sponsored by Mika Airlie, Whitsunday Tattooing Airlie Beach and Master Butchers Whitsunday, thank you for your support.

Contributed with thanks to Jamie Maher.

At the time of writing this, the singles sectional play has one more day to be played before moving on to pairs and fours. There are some high-quality bowlers who will be showcasing their games and enjoying the variety of opponents.

We wish our bowlers a wonderful experience over the two weeks of play and that they come back and share the stories of their experiences.

We are back to normal times for this week’s social bowls with names in by 1pm please ready for a 1.30pm start.

Contributed with thanks to Heather Brown.

Amanda Camm being presented with her sponsorship appreciation award by Margo Stanley, who worked tirelessly to ensure that the event was highly successful. Photo supplied

Wednesday Winners, Bev, Ron, and Leah. Photo supplied

Sunday’s winners. Photo contributed

Bowen Golf Report

GOLF

Wednesday’s competition was a single stroke event sponsored by Bowen Golf Club.

Ladies’ winner was Wendy Tracey 72 nett, runner up Claire Garrod 73 nett.

Men’s winner Douglas Power 66 nett, runner up Cliff Querro 67 nett.

Saturday’s competition was an 18-hole 2 ball ambrose medley sponsored by Tropix Refrigeration.

Thank you to the Woodward family for

Twilight Race

SAILING

their continued support of our club. Winners were Daniel Windridge and Andrew Menzies, 2nd James Miller and Xanthe Power, 3rd place Paul Martin and Rhyce Layton.

COMING UP

This Saturday’s competition is a single stableford event sponsored by Sporte Leisure. Joker is worth $3200.

Contributed with thanks to Grace Nott.

GOLF Veterans Golf Report

Last Tuesday Proserpine hosted the Whitsunday Veterans Golf competition. Eighty Vets attended with visitors from New South Wales and Victoria - a great field.

Fortunately, the weather was kind to us and the course was looking in excellent condition.

Robyn Whitham won the ladies comp with an impressive score of 39, continuing on her success from Gladstone, with Lyn Muller 36 and Jenny Hounsell on 35.

Gerald Lovell won the men’s with 39 also, Robert Thompson from the Penguin Golf Club on 36 and Geoff Harrison on 35.

On 27th June will be our Veterans Open,

Robyn Whitham and Gerald Lovell

very generously sponsored by Fishi Island Seafood.

Contributed with thanks to Paula McQuat.

Afleet of 14 yachts, with a total crew of 88 locals and visitors took part in last Wednesday’s twilight race conducted by Whitsunday Sailing Club.

A 12 to 15 knot south easterly breeze and flat water made for a wonderful afternoon on the water.

The start of Division 2 was close, with 4 boats crossing the starting line together, with just a small margin allowing QMS Ponyo (John Galloway) to take the Doyle Sails sponsored best start prize, with Treasure VIII (Rob Davis), Reignition (Charles Wallis) and Bobby’s Girl (Simon Brain) close behind.

By the first rounding mark, Bobby’s Girl held a slender lead over QMS Ponyo, Reignition and Treasure VIII while Smooth Criminal (Iyas Shaheen) and Twister (Kevin Fogarty) were playing catch-up after a slow start.

The racing at the front remained close, with Bobby’s Girl controlling from the front, crossing the finishing line 30 seconds clear of QMS Ponyo, while Smooth Criminal just got ahead of Reignition for third and fourth places.

After handicaps were applied, Smooth Criminal took the honours by 2 seconds to Twister, with QMS Ponyo third.

If the start of Division 2 was close, Division 3 was similar, with newcomer, Domino (Paul Dynes) just centimetres ahead of 4 other boats.

Once again it was Matchless (Terry Stevens) who led around the windward mark, never to be headed.

This left some very close racing behind, with Shiraz (John Cable) and Domino constantly swapping places, while Rossgo (Greg Hammon) and Masquerade (Tom Vujasinovic) keeping watch.

In the battle for second, Shiraz took the honours by 20 seconds over Domino.

On corrected time, Riff Raff (Dan White) headed Lighthorse (Dianne Forster) and Rossgo, with less than a minute separating 3rd to 7th places on corrected time.

Races continue every Wednesday from 4:30pm, with limited crewing positions available.

Contributed with thanks to Ross Chisholm.

Twilight racing every Wednesday afternoon. Photo supplied

Barrs Receive Lifetime Awards 2023

Sea Eagles Close Clashes With Saints AFL

Whitsunday Sea Eagles hit the road to take on North Mackay Saints at Zeolla Park on Saturday with some close clashes in the higher grades.

Sea Eagles Senior Men worked hard in what was an epic battle with reigning premiers North Mackay Saints ending the day 39 – 44 down. Sea Eagles had their chances right until the final few seconds of the game and can take many positives away from the narrow loss.

Congratulations to Stephen and Sheryn Barr who were both recently awarded the 2022 Motorcycling Queensland Lifetime Achievement Award. The Barr family (including their sons) have been involved with the Whitsunday Moto Sports Club (WMSC) right from its beginnings in 2009.

Sheryn has been the club secretary for six years and membership officer for 10 years with Stephen holding the president position for five years.

They attend the monthly committee meetings, are involved in building the club facilities and maintaining them, attend bike

practice and race events, and also run our canteen at these events.

Nothing is too much effort for the Barr family, they run a tight ship and they do it with a smile. The bike events would not happen without them and they are always willing to help out.

This lifetime achievement award is well deserved by the Barr family and to recognise their commitment and dedication to our facility and sport.

Our committee and all users of the facility congratulate the Barr’s on receiving the award.

Contributed with thanks to Tracey Stroud.

Billy Galpin continues his run of form in the midfield backed by Jake Turner and Brent Downie, while Ryan Lee and Mitchell Healey stood out in the backline. Sea Eagles will look to get back on the winners list this week against Bakers Creek at home.

Sea Eagles Under 17s also took on reigning premiers North Mackay Saints losing 33 – 40 in a match where Sea Eagles saw their share of the ball but could not convert in front of goal. The final term saw Sea Eagles almost 4 goals down however they stuck to the task and pegged it back to a solitary point. Saints managed to kick a late goal to seal the 7 point win in a close one.

Under 14 Sea Eagles met a strong and confident Saints who outplayed with connecting football while Sea Eagles tried hard in the contest playing out the game with a loss 2 – 62.

Sea Eagles Under 12s hit the road for the first time this Season coming up against a full strength Saints side and fighting as hard as they could losing 1 – 30.

This Saturday 17th June sees all five Whitsunday Sea Eagles teams at home to celebrate Family Day with face painting and bounce castle from 10am and water slide from 12pm. Juniors from 9:15am, Seniors from 1:50pm. Come down and enjoy the family fun!

Contributed with thanks to Whitsunday Sea Eagles

Senior Men’s Team. Photo credit: Cody Fowler

Stephen and Sheryn Barr were both recently awarded the 2022 Motorcycling Queensland Lifetime Achievement Award. Photo supplied

PUBLIC NOTICES

TRADES & SERVICES

Notification of Proposal to Upgrade NBNTM Radio Network

Base Station Facilities

As part of the fixed radio (wireless) component of the Network, nbn is proposing to expand the existing radio network base stations at the following location:

Notification

of Proposal to Upgrade NBNTM Radio Network Base Station Facilities

As part of the fixed radio (wireless) component of the Network, nbn is proposing to expand the existing radio network base stations at the following location:

Mount Julian, Usher Road, MOUNT JULIAN QLD 4800 (RFNSA ID: 4800018)

The proposed works on site will involve:

Mount Julian, Usher Road, MOUNT JULIAN QLD 4800 (RFNSA ID: 4800018)

Installation of new panel antennas

The proposed works on site will involve:

Removal of existing panel antennas

Installation of new panel antennas

Installation of a new equipment cabinet

Removal of existing panel antennas

Driveways: Decorative, Stenciled, Aggregate, Elevated

Installation of a new equipment cabinet

Removal and installation of ancillary equipment including feeders, cabling and works within the equipment shelter

Removal and installation of ancillary equipment including feeders, cabling and works within the equipment shelter

Pool Surrounds: Pavers and Tiles

Patios & Decks: Concrete/Wood Surfaces

nbn regards the proposed installations as a Low Impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-Impact Facilities) Determination 2018. In these circumstances, it does not require planning approval from Council.

nbn regards the proposed installations as a Low Impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-Impact Facilities) Determination 2018. In these circumstances, it does not require planning approval from Council.

Further information on these specific proposals can be obtained by calling Laith Eddin on 0488 320 864.

Further information on these specific proposals can be obtained by calling Laith Eddin on 0488 320 864.

Written submissions can be sent to L7 Kingsgate, 2 King Street, Bowen Hills, QLD 4002 or via email to nbnco.submissions@servicestream.com.

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Written submissions can be sent to L7 Kingsgate, 2 King Street, Bowen Hills, QLD 4002 or via email to nbnco.submissions@servicestream.com. au

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The closing date for submissions is 5pm Friday, 30th June 2023

The closing date for submissions is 5pm Friday, 30th June 2023

For general info on the nbn, email info@nbn.com.au, or visit our website at www.nbnco.com.au

For general info on the nbn, email info@nbn.com.au, or visit our website at www.nbnco.com.au

PUBLIC NOTICES

Whitsunday Regional Council - Public Notices & Tenders

16 June 2023

Current Tenders

Whitsunday Regional Council invites tenders from suitably resourced and experienced contractors for the performance of the works as described in the tender documents.

Prospective tenderers are requested to register on the eTenderBox website – https://whitsunday.etenderbox.com. au to download the relevant documentation.

• # 500.2023.0033

Waste and Recyclables Collection Services

Tender closes no later than 2:00pm, 12th July 2023

• # 500.2023.0035

Design and Construction of Collinsville Pump Track

Tender closes no later than 2:00pm, 30th June 2023

• # 500.2023.0036

Maintenance Services for Bowen Water Park

Tender closes no later than 2:00pm, 29th June 2023

• # 500.2023.0037

Managed Cyber Security Service

Tender closes no later than 2:00pm, 4th July 2023

• # 500.2023.0038

Bowen Landfill Clean Water Diversion – Stormwater Pipe Supply

Tender closes no later than 2:00pm, 4th July 2023

Tenders should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, endorsed with the tender name and number and lodged via eTenderBox – https://whitsunday. etenderbox.com.au, by no later than the closing date. Section 228 (7) of the Local Government Regulation 2012, relating to changes to tenders may be applied. Enquiries can be directed to the contact officer through the eTenderBox website or by contacting Council on 1300 972 753.

Community Catch up - Collinsville Whitsunday Regional Council invites residents of Collinsville & Scottville to attend an upcoming Community Catch-up on Wednesday 21 June, 9am –11am, at the Collinsville Community Centre. Community catch-ups aim to better connect with our local communities, build relationships, share information and gather feedback on localised issues. The vision of this catch-up is to provide an informal setting to discuss topics important to the local community, including:

• Land and natural resource management,

• Infrastructure overview of local projects and annual budget items upcoming,

• Town planning overview,

• Consultation / education campaigns, and

• Specific issues raised by the community prior to or at

catch-ups.

Other upcoming catch-up locations for 2023 include, Conway & Wilson Beach, Proserpine, Bowen, Scottville, Shute Harbour and Gumlu & Cape Upstart.

Visit our Online Engagement Portal to help identify locally significant topics for discussion at upcoming catch-upsyoursay.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au.

Water Meter Reads Have Commenced

Please note that Water Meter Reads have commenced across the region.

You can help us to read your water meter by making sure it is accessible, visible and clear of vegetation.

Council encourages you to read your own water meter and keep track of your water usages. Water consumption charges will be issued to you in August 2023.

Please ensure that you make payment with your water notice, not your rate notice, as payment details differ.

You can pay the water notice at any Australia Post Office, by BPAY, online at Council’s website www.whitsundayrc. qld.gov.au or by phone on 1300 972 753.

The Pinnacle Of Airlie Beach

Introducing Unit 22 at the Pinnacles Resort in Airlie Beach, where luxurious coastal living meets stunning panoramic views of the Whitsundays. Nestled in the Airlie Beach hill, this unit presents an unrivaled opportunity to own a slice of paradise. Offering the perfect blend of comfort and style to provide a tranquil retreat and to showcase the mesmerizing ocean vistas that will leave you captivated. The main bedroom features an ensuite that provides a majestic cheeky view through a unique glass window while showering. The second bathroom kept modern that showcases a beautiful bathtub with separate toilet. Step into the open plan living and dining area, designed to maximize the breathtaking views and privacy, this space seamlessly flows onto a widespread balcony allowing you to savour every moment of the picturesque scenery. The shutters on the balcony provide privacy for your entertainment area or an ideal spot for relaxation that shields you away from any neighbours.

The modern-style kitchen with stone benchtop is blessed

with functionality and positioned to face the breathtaking views. Enjoy the soothing sea breezes that fill the air and the ultimate convenience on warm days with its close proximity to the infinity pool crystal-clear waters. Every day will feel like a vacation as you indulge in this remarkable amenity.

For those that are income minded, Pinnacles Resort in Airlie Beach offers an exceptional investment opportunity with attractive income via the onsite management. Furthermore, owners have the flexibility to enjoy their own holidays in between rental bookings making it a perfect combination of a profitable investment and a personal holiday retreat.

The Pinnacles Complex is renowned for its exceptional positioning in Airlie Beach so you can immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Airlie Beach, explore the wonders of the Whitsundays, and come home to a haven of tranquility and privacy. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary chance to own a piece of paradise.

22/16 Golden Orchid Drive, Airlie beach

CONTACT: Brad Sobott 0411 236 507 brad@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

Brand New Home, Ready For You To Call Your Own

Discover the pinnacle of contemporary living in Cannonvale with this pristine, brand-new exquisite home located in the prestigious and highly sought-after Aspire Estate.

With four generously sized bedrooms and two beautifully appointed bathrooms, this home features a tastefully modern yet neutral colour scheme that effortlessly complements any décor. With a striking skillion roof line, this home exudes contemporary elegance, perfectly blending with the allure of the Whitsundays. Situated on a large block of land, there is a huge backyard for the kids to play or alternatively install a shed or swimming pool.

The best part? Bid farewell to the uncertainty and delays of building! This incredible home has never been lived in before, offering you the unique opportunity to move straight into your dream home without the hassle of waiting for construction or renovations.

Located in Cannonvale, the heart of convenience and community

Easy access to a range of shops, schools, and recreational and family-friendly facilities

Brand-new home in the highly sought-after estate

• Large block (882m2) – plenty of room for the kids and a pool

Great investment opportunity with a healthy rental return

• Stop waiting to build, and just start living your Whitsunday dream

PRICE: $825,000

5 Bentley Rise Cannonvale

CONTACT: Sarah Nutley 0484 895 217 sarah@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

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The Pinnacle Of Airlie Beach

Discover Unit 22 at the Pinnacles Resort in Airlie Beach, where coastal luxury meets breathtaking views of the Whitsundays. This remarkable two-bedroom unit boasts ocean vistas, an ensuite with a unique glass window overlooking the islands, a well-maintained second bathroom, & an open-plan living area that spills onto a wide balcony. With its private entertainment area, proximity to the infinity pool, & shutters for seclusion, this is your chance to own a slice of paradise in one of Airlie Beach’s most prestigious complexes.

• Award winning management to holiday let for income

• Modern and luxurious style unit to enhance your lifestyle

• A two-minute walk into the heart of Airlie Beach

OPEN HOME: Saturday 12.00pm - 12.30pm

• Separate toilet from the second bathroom for convenience

AUCTION: 20th June at 6pm

TAYLORS Office 98 Shute Harbour Rd C’Vale

22/16 Golden Orchid Drive, Airlie Beach

CONTACT: Brad Sobott 0411 236 507 brad@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

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5 Acres With Stunning Home With DA Approvals For Subdivision Located literally minutes from the centre of Airlie Beach and the Port of Airlie Marina and situated on a lovely 5 acres this beautiful Hampton-style residence will certainly impress. You possibly won’t find another opportunity like this as sites of this nature are now becoming unheard of this close to Airlie Beach.

• The property will be sold with a current DA and Operational works for 11 lots

• great opportunity to develop a boutique-type residential estate

• Very generous lot sizes from 848 to 3088sqm with the large lots enjoying sea views

• Develop now or land bank for the future

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST: Close 7th July 34-44 Jubilee Pocket Road Jubilee Pocket

CONTACT: Rob Taylor 0428 466 124 rob@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

CONTACT: Alex Swan 0432 328 196 alex@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

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10.20 SBS News. 10.50 Vienna

Blood. 12.45 The Investigation. 2.25 The Hunt For A Killer. 3.20 The Hunt For A Killer. 4.10 Mastermind Aust.

4.40 Bamay. 5.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: The Lover In The Attic: A True Story. (2018) 2.00 House Of Wellness. (PG)

3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust.

Finding Home. 5.35 Weeks Of War.

6.30 News. 7.30 The Mystery Of The Nazca Lines. 8.40 Saving Venice. 10.20 Patagonia. 11.10 Secrets Of Playboy. 2.30 9/11: 102 Minutes That Changed America. 4.20 Bamay. 5.00

NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera.

6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 5. Darwin Triple Crown. Day

2. Pre-Race and race. 5.00 News.

7.30pm Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

8.30 Movie: The Miseducation Of Cameron Post. (2018) (M, R)

10.00 Documentary Now! (M)

10.25 Portlandia. (PG)

11.05 Doctor Who. (PG, R)

12.00am To Be Advised.

12.30 We Hunt Together. (M, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R)

8.30 Escape To The Country.

10.30 The Aussie Property Flippers. (PG, R)

11.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R)

12.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

6.00pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown.

7.30 Football. AFL. Round 14. Brisbane Lions v Sydney.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show.

11.00 Armchair Experts. (M)

12.00 Movie: Falling Down. (1993) (M, R)

5.30pm Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman. (PG, R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. England v Australia. Day 1. Morning session.

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Pacific. (PG, R)

10.45 Pie In The Sky.

11.50 The Vicar Of Dibley. (PG, R)

1.00 DVine Living. (PG, R)

6.00pm Border Security: International. (PG, R)

6.30 Border Security: America’s Front Line.

(PG, R)

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line.

(PG, R)

8.30 Movie: Men In Black: International. (2019)

(M, R)

10.50 Movie: Wrath Of The Titans. (2012)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Counting Cars. (PG)

8.30 Movie: Rambo: First Blood. (1982) (MA15+, R) Sylvester Stallone, Richard Crenna.

10.35 Movie: Cliffhanger. (1993) (M, R)

12.55 Counting Cars.

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1.55 Full Custom Garage.

5.30pm Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman. (PG, R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. England v Australia. Day 4. Morning

Bargain Hunt. (R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R)

8.30 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, R)

9.30 Police Custody USA.

(M, R)

10.30 Surveillance Oz.

(PG, R)

11.30 World’s Most Shocking Emergency Calls. (MA15+, R)

Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.00 Football. AFL. Round 15. Geelong v Melbourne. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show.

Movie: Major League II. (1994) (PG, R) 1.15 American Restoration. (PG, R) 1.45 American Pickers. (PG, R)

5.30pm Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman. (PG, R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30

6.25pm Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.25 Keeping Up Appearances. (PG, R)

7.55 Cricket. Women’s Ashes. Test Match. England v Australia. Day 1. Morning Session. 10.40

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