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The region is currently experiencing an influx of jellyfish stings. Individuals have taken to Facebook to explain their experiences with jellyfish and the importance of remaining protected if choosing to swim in stinger season.
Box Jellyfish, considered to be the deadliest jellyfish in the world are the most common sting being
reported, with 3 incidents occurring in the last 2 weeks.
The Council has issued a warning on Facebook, reminding people to wear a stinger suit while swimming during stinger season.
The post also mentions that vinegar stations are
inspected three times a week. For safer swimming, the Council provides free access to regional aquatic facilities year-round, including the Airlie Beach Lagoon, Proserpine, Bowen, and Collinsville Swimming Pools & Water Parks. Continued on page 3
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Hi Everyone,
I’m pleased to inform you that our team continues to expand!
Our Cadet Journalist, Daniel Heggie, has moved up to the Ingham to be part of the launch team for the new Hinchinbrook Life Newspaper which we started in November.
This means we are now welcoming Whitsunday Life Newspaper’s newest Cadet Journalist Victoria Velton to the team.
She will work alongside Ruth Puddefoot in the editorial department.
Also, new to the team is our Sales Account Manager Kerry Eastwood who started a couple of weeks ago –you can read all about her on page 10 of the paper this week.
Kerry will be working with our Sales Manager Trish Jandt and is dedicated to helping local businesses with their promotional needs.
If you would like to find out more how this newspaper can help your business reach the heart of the community, make sure get in-touch with Kerry directly.
This week represents this first time our team has gone to print with four newspapers and two magazines in
the same week and I have to be honest, it’s not a deadline I have been looking forward to!
Fortunately, by the time many of you are reading this we will have made it to print and my two-week holiday can begin.
I’m heading down the coast with my family and we’ll be sending some time with my in-laws on Bribie Island before visiting friends in Byron Bay and then finishing up with more extended family time in Mooloolabah.
I am so excited to switch of and replenish, but equally excited to come back refreshed and ready to the serve the community once again.
In the meantime, I’ll be leaving you in the very capable hands of Ruth Puddefoot who will lead the editorial under the supervision of our Mackay Editor, Amanda Wright. Have a great few weeks and I’ll see you at the end of the month.
Quote of the Week: “If you spend time chasing butterflies they will fly away. But if you spend time making a beautiful garden, the butterflies will come” (Mario Quintana)
At the beginning of the year, Frankie O’Brien reached out to the Bowen community for support after being hospitalised due to a severe flare-up of her terminal autoimmune disease, Mastocytosis.
In her Facebook post, she explained that she had developed five diabetic ulcers on her foot, requiring daily wound care at the hospital. Although the hospital was only 609 meters away, Frankie shared that she is highly allergic to UV exposure, making even short walks dangerous for her.
With limited financial resources and no per-
sonal transport, Frankie asked if anyone in the community could help by offering her a lift to her appointments.
The response from the Bowen community was overwhelming. Many generous individuals stepped forward, offering to drive her to the hospital, ensuring she could receive the care she needed, and guaranteeing she got to her appointments without fail.
The kindness and compassion shown by the community were truly heartwarming and provided Frankie with much-needed relief during a challenging time.
Did you know?
Whitpro’s chipper can chip an 18-inch, 20-metre-tall eucalypt tree in six minutes! Our spider reaches 21 metres high and 12 metres out to reach the tallest of trees in the most difficult areas. It’s also used by plumbers and painters for its reach.
Whitpro are the local professionals when it comes to safe and efficient tree pruning and removal. Services include removal, stump removal, de-nutting, pruning and tree relocation.
The Whitsunday region has experienced a significant rise in box jellyfish stings over the past week, with three individuals sharing their alarming experiences on Facebook.
While the summer months are often dubbed “stinger season” and locals are advised to avoid swimming without protective stinger suits, many, including tourists who may not be fully aware of the dangers, continue to take their chances.
Box jellyfish are particularly dangerous, with tentacles covered in nematocysts, tiny venomous darts that can deliver a fatal sting in under five minutes. The venom from these jellyfish is considered one of the deadliest in the world, and since records began in 1883 there have been 70 fatal stings in Australia.
The first incident to happen in the Whitsundays was reported by Rebecca Scott, a mother who cautioned the community after her 14-year-old daughter was stung by a box jellyfish while walking in the shallows at New Beach in Airlie.
Despite being in the water for less than a minute and only going up to her knees, the sting was severe, underscoring the immediate danger that Box Jellyfish pose, even in seemingly safe conditions.
Rebecca explained how grateful she was that the vinegar stations were filled:
“Thank God the vinegar stations were filled
up as quite often these are empty...the quick actions of her friends getting the vinegar on straight away and calling an ambulance literally saved her life.”
Nadine Little reported the second incident on the Facebook group, ‘The Whitsundays Noticeboard.’ Nadine explained how only days after the first incident with the 14-year-old daughter, another man was stung by a box jellyfish on Airlie Foreshore near where the markets take place.
Again, the man was reportedly only walking in the water, not attempting to swim as he was in shorts and a t-shirt. Only two minutes later the man was stung. Nadine sent her son across to Airlie Beach Hotel to find some vinegar as there was none at that end of the beach, and fortunately the ambulance arrived a short time later.
Nadine warned individuals to be careful when near the sea:
“Please be careful and don’t even walk along or put your feet in.”
Similarly, just on Tuesday this week another woman was stung by a jellyfish and had to be transported to hospital. The increase in incidents just showcases the importance of staying protected if swimming.
Children are at greater risk of a severe, life-threatening reaction because of their smaller body mass; therefore, it is important to ensure your young ones are safe and protected during stinger season.
What was evident in all cases is that vinegar plays a crucial role in alleviating the pain of stings. As such, it’s important to ensure vinegar is easily accessible at popular or tourist beaches. Alternatively, if you plan to visit the sea, bringing your own supply is wise.
Council have also issued a warning on Facebook and remind people to wear a stinger suit while swimming during stinger season.
The post states that vinegar stations are checked three times a week. For safer swimming, Council offers free access to regional aquatic facilities: Airlie Beach Lagoon, Proserpine, Bowen, and Collinsville Swimming Pools & Water Parks year-round.
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Cubozoa
TYPE: Invertebrates
DIET: Carnivore
GROUP NAME: Fluther, smack
AVERAGE LIFE SPAN IN THE WILD: Up to 1 year
SIZE: 10 feet long; 10 inches across (size relative to a 6ft man)
WEIGHT: Up to 4.4 pounds
VENOM: Seen to be most deadly in the world containing toxins that attack the heart, nervous system, and skin cells.
IMMEDIATE REMEDIES: Add vinegar to the skin for 30 seconds.
The community is set to significantly benefit from the announcement this week that two transformative projects for the region will receive a total of almost $60M funding that has been awarded under the Federal Governments Growing Regions Program.
The first project will be the Cannonvale Community Hub which received $29.7M for construction of a cutting-edge 1,882m² facility designed to address the needs of the Whitsunday region’s growing population of over 15,000 residents.
The project is said to support 121 full-time equivalent jobs during construction and contribute $1.1 million annually to the local economy once operational.
The Community Hub will consist of a modern library equipped to serve up to 20,000 people with technology spaces, study zones, and flexible event areas, meeting rooms for community and social initiatives, business and education spaces. It will also support digital inclusion and professional growth and disaster resilience infrastructure to ensure the region is prepared for emergency events.
The second project announced this week is a $30 million Whitsunday Regional Sports Precinct which will create an additional premier sports and recreation destination in the Whitsundays, designed to foster community health and wellness.
Features of the precinct include multi-purpose sports fields and courts to cater to a wide range of activities, facilities designed for local sports clubs, schools, and community events and spaces to promote active living and recreational opportunities for residents of all ages.
Mayor Collins, who has a strong
Local couple Kadi Hamers and Sam Reynolds have welcomed their second child into the family with a surprise early arrival that made local history this year. Little Hazel was born at the Proserpine Hospital in early the early hours of January 1, to the happy couple who were not expecting their new bundle of joy for another few days.
focus on advocacy and creating partnership with all tiers of government, said the funding will not only enhance the region’s social and cultural infrastructure but also deliver significant economic benefits.
In addition, the investment will strengthen the region’s capacity to host sporting events, provide modern facilities for local teams, and encourage participation in active lifestyles.
This investment aims to strengthen the region’s capacity to host sporting events, provide modern facilities for local teams, and encourage participation in active lifestyles.
“In the lead-up to the 2032 Brisbane Olympics the sports precinct will also create opportunities for economic growth through sports tourism and community engagement,” Mayor Collins said.
“This investment under the Growing Regions Program is a game-changer for our Whitsunday region and our community.
“The Cannonvale Community Hub and the Whitsunday Regional Sports Precinct will not only provide much-needed infrastructure but also create lasting social, economic, and cultural benefits for our community.
“I thank the Federal Government for recognising the importance of these projects and supporting our vision for a vibrant and resilient Whitsunday region.”
“Council will begin planning and consultation phases for both projects immediately to ensure they meet the needs and aspirations of the community.
“We are keen to take the community on the journey and updates will be shared as milestones are achieved and I encourage residents to stay engaged throughout the development process.”
Hazel was due on the 6th of January but in the early hours of 2025 she decided it was her time to come into the world. At a healthy 7lb 2oz, she was born at 1.22am which beats last year’s record set by Timothée Jean Fuzier by a whopping 12 hours and 37 minutes.
While some were enjoying the New Year’s parties or asleep after fun and fireworks, Kadi and Sam were racing to the hospital. Katie told the hospital staff that “Contractions started about 9pm, we got to the hospital about 10.30pm and Hazel was born at 1.22am.” She noted that
the birth of her little girl went really well stating “... it was a lot quicker than my first birth,” and Hazel is now the little sister to two-and-a-half-year-old Joey.
Her parents Kadi and Sam, made the huge move from Northern NSW to Proserpine
two years ago and they have loved living in the place where they had frequently holidayed in the past. The family are loving the supportive community they have joined here, and we all congratulate them on the birth of little Hazel and wish her and her family a great year ahead.
Queensland has experienced its deadliest year on the roads in 15 years, with 302 lives lost in 2024. This marks a tragic 25-person increase over 2023 and a 33-person rise compared to the five-year average. The state’s worst road toll since 2009 has prompted calls for drivers to be more vigilant, especially as the summer holiday period brings increased traffic.
Minister for Transport and Main Roads, The Honourable Brent Mickelberg, emphasised the need for caution.
phone use), incorrect seatbelt use, and drink and drug driving.
“At this time of year, we know people typically spend more time on the road than usual,” Mr Mickelberg said.
“There is still no excuse to speed, lose focus, not wear a seat belt properly, or drive when you’re affected by drugs or alcohol – it’s just not worth the risk.”
The major contributing factors to road fatalities remain the Fatal Five: speeding, fatigue, distraction (including mobile
Speeding continues to rise as a key factor, particularly among motorcyclists, who made up 77 of the fatalities, a 25.5% increase from the five-year average.
Young drivers aged 16 to 24, who make up 13% of the state’s licence holders, were involved in almost 30% of fatal crashes, while senior drivers accounted for 98 deaths, a 32% increase from previous years.
Regional Queensland, particularly the Southern region and
North Coast, saw the highest number of fatalities, with more than 60% of the state’s fatal crashes occurring outside urban areas.
Minister Mickelberg also highlighted ongoing efforts to improve road safety, including advocating for increased federal funding to upgrade the Bruce Highway.
To access more information on road safety, visit https:// streetsmarts.initiatives.qld.gov. au/.
The Whitsundays is known for its 74 wonderful islands but during the Christmas period our whole region was an island with our national highway cut to the south at Goorganga Plains and further to the north of Bowen.
Which is why this week’s announcement by PM Anthony Albanese that the Bruce Highway will get a $7.2 billion investment in upgrades and repairs is so exciting for our Whitsunday community. Even better is that the Federal Government have committed to work starting on priority projects this year.
I welcome this investment with open arms. From my first week in the Mayoral role, I have been very proactive in advocating for improvements to this essential route, which serves not only as a key economic corridor but also as a critical connector for families, businesses, and tourists.
For too long, Queenslanders have borne the brunt of inadequate infrastructure funding. The Bruce Highway’s deadly reputation is a stark reminder of what happens when safety is sidelined.
But with this $7.2 billion investment, we’re turning the page on a history of neglect. Safer roads mean fewer tragedies, and fewer tragedies mean stronger, more resilient communities.
This funding will enable critical upgrades such as widening narrow stretches, improving intersections, installing safety barriers, and enhancing flood resilience. These measures are not just about reducing accidents; they’re about ensuring that people get home to their loved ones safely.
It’s also an investment in our economy. A safer, more efficient Bruce Highway will enhance the flow of goods, reduce travel times, and boost tourism. It’s a win-win for both lives and livelihoods.
The federal government has also agreed to reinstate an 80:20 funding split for the national highway and the LNP Opposition leader Peter Dutton has also committed to the 80/20 funding agreement.
I will be following up my recent conversations with Infrastructure and Transport Minster Catherine King to dig deeper and ensure the “priority projects” are within our Whitsunday region.
I also have a meeting next week with the Brent Mickelberg MP, Minister for Transport and Main Roads to ensure that the State step up and play their role in the new 8—20 funding split.
Finally, I want to express my gratitude to our incredible Council roads and drainage crews.
Their swift and tireless efforts ensured that flooded roads were reopened as quickly as possible, providing a lifeline for stranded travellers in the lead-up to Christmas.
Our dedicated teams from Proserpine and Bowen worked around the clock to manage and reopen the Bruce Highway. These staff and Collinsville crews undertake the important work of patching countless potholes, clearing silt from causeways, and repairing minor scours at culverts and crossings. Also stepping up to the plate when needed during the flooding event was our Whitsunday Coast Airport team which went above and beyond to assist stranded pas-
sengers impacted by flight cancellations due to the extreme weather.
Their professionalism and care ensured that travellers received timely updates, guidance, and support during an understandably stressful time. The airport team’s ability to manage this situation with efficiency and compassion deserves our highest praise.
Contributed By Mayor Ry Collins
Abeautiful native bird, the Curlew, loves to linger around public places with their eerie, wailing calls at night easy to discern. Despite their loud shrieks, these birds can be quite meek and especially at this time of year when the local curlews are out and about and taking care of their little ones.
To protect their babies from danger the parents will put on a big, defensive feather display but often times this will not be enough to defend from your cars. Due to nesting in built-up areas it, these chicks are at risk of being runover and killed, or badly wounded by vehicles. Please keep an eye out for these little birds as they blend into the road with their feather patterns and are not as fast as their long-legged parents.
One local social media commentator, Alexandra Brewster, took to a chat site last week to raise awareness for these vulnerable feathered friends, stating it is important we share the green spaces and respect the birds, do not go near their chicks. Curlews are travelling large distances at the moment to feed their babies and this involves crossing our busy roads.
Fast Facts About Our Feathery Friends Curlews are nocturnal, ground nesting birds.
Their call is an eerie, long wail and a common sound in the Australian bush.
Both parents share the duties of incubating the eggs and raising the chicks.
Curlews don’t build a nest, instead they choose a general nesting site and will relocate their eggs if they are disturbed.
If threatened, curlews will freeze and try to intimidate their enemies. They can also raise their wings and tail feathers out in a
defensive display, and hiss to scare of predators.
Male and female curlews look the same, and juveniles are slightly paler than the adults.
Though ground nesting, these birds are great flyers with a wingspan that can reach up to 1 metre across.
The Bush Stone Curlew, the bird featured in this article, is unique and no other Australian birds resemble it.
On Saturday, November 23, Bowen Meals on Wheels marked a significant milestone, half a century of dedicated service to the community at a special celebration held at McKenna Hall.
The event was attended by clients, staff, volunteers, and guests, all coming together to commemorate 50 years of nourishing those in need. The celebration was made possible by funding generously provided by Hand, Heart, Pocket, the charitable donations arm of the Masonic Lodge Queensland.
Bowen Meals on Wheels began its humble journey on December 2, 1974, when its first delivery was made from the local Country Women’s Association (CWA) kitchen. On that inaugural day, just 20 meals were delivered, each priced at a modest 50 cents. This modest beginning, however, set the stage for what would become a vital community service.
In the early years, Bowen Meals on Wheels relied heavily on the support of various local organisations and individuals. Over the next five years, fundraising efforts gathered momentum, with contributions from the Lions Club, Rotary, local churches, the Pensioners’ League, and many other community groups. Their collective efforts enabled the completion of a dedicated Meals on Wheels building in 1979, located on land generously donated by the local council. This new facility allowed the service to expand and streamline its operations, ensuring that meals could be delivered more efficiently to those in need.
The first meals from the new Bowen Meals on Wheels building went out on July 16, 1979. By 1981, meal prices had risen slightly to $1.00. On September 25, 1986, Bowen Meals on Wheels Inc. was officially
incorporated.
Today, Bowen Meals on Wheels Inc. continues to provide an essential service, delivering an average of 100 nutritious meals each week. The meals cater to a diverse range of recipients, including seniors, individuals recovering from hospital stays or major illnesses, people with disabilities, and those facing other special circumstances.
Despite challenges like Cyclone Debbie in 2017, the organisation has remained unwavering in its commitment to delivering meals, even in the face of natural disasters.
The anniversary event was a joyful occasion, with long-standing clients, volunteers, and staff celebrating the achievements of Bowen Meals on Wheels. One of the highlights of the day was the ceremonial cutting of the birthday cake by Bill Barty, a cherished long-time client. Bill was assisted by Peter Goodman, the Vice-President of Bowen Meals on Wheels, as they shared the special moment with the gathered crowd.
Bowen Meals on Wheels looks forward to many more years of making a meaningful impact on the lives of the people of Bowen.
Thora was born in Sarina on April 18 1917, one of five children. She grew up on the family sugar cane property near Sarina. She was a bright student with an aptitude for numbers and upon completing high school, worked in the office of Frendeley Motors in Mackay. During this time, she learned to drive but on a weekend jaunt to Eimeo, drove a truck up a coconut tree, and never took the wheel again.
On a holiday on Lindeman Island in 1936, Thora met future husband, Lachlan DeSalis Nicolson, whose family owned the resort there. They married on September 18, 1947 in Mackay after Lach’s discharge from service in the Australian Navy during World War Two. She moved to Lindeman where Lach built her a house above the resort. They had two children –Roy and Niels.
Thora applied boundless, characteristic energy, balancing family and business commitments – raising and home schooling the children until of boarding school age, fulfilling her role as company director and secretary, managing the island boutique and souvenir shop, ensuring guests’ needs were met and travelling on promotional tours with Lach.
A skilled seamstress, Thora sewed curtains and soft furnishing for the resort suites and made her own island-style wardrobe. She spent considerable hours creating and designing for the Coral Queen Festival when islands competed for the coveted Coral Queen Crown.
A highlight for Thora and Lach was the 1959 visit by Princess Alexandra of Kent. A special Royal Suite was made up for her. In gratitude for their hospitality, the couple was invited to her wedding at Westminster Abbey London, on April 24 1963.
In 1979, Lach and Thora, the last of the Nicolson family involved in the business, retired but continued to live in their home (under a life estate agreement). Finally, there was time to spend with their sons; time to relax and go boating. There were many visitors – former staff, guests, skippers and boating crew who remembered their generosity.
Sadly, on October 4 1980, when returning from an award ceremony in Brisbane where Lach was invested an Officer of the Order of Australia for services to tourism, a car accident took his life. He was sixty-five. Thora was badly injured, but on recovering returned to Lindeman Island
staying in her home until 1998, when ill health required her to move to Sydney with son, Roy.
Following the tragic event, Thora wrote two volumes of poetry about love and loss, Lindeman Island and its natural beauty. One of these volumes, ‘Island Verses’ is on sale at the museum.
In 1986, she supported several successful protests against a Queensland Government move to rescind the island’s national park status and open it up to private freehold development, including a large airport. To Thora, this would have been a disaster, completely destroying her natural treasure.
Thora refused to leave midst major refurbishment and expansion of the resort during the 1990s which necessitated its closure and limited transport to the mainland. In her front room, looking across the idyllic waters and islands, Thora made sure new owners, the Adelstein family and later Club Med, consulted her on their plans.
As an amateur historian and writer, Thora preserved a trove of historical documents which she shared with those researching local history such as Ray Blackwood,
writer of “The Whitsunday Islands – An Historical Dictionary”.
The resort always employed First Nations Islander people and Thora looked out for the welfare of the women. In 2002, these women honoured her by forming a guard of honour at her funeral as her coffin was carried from the church.
Thora Point on the northern side of Lindeman is named after Thora. It is a special place where she often retreated with family to escape the pressures of the resort but also testament to the way others held her in high regard for her services to tourism. Story and photo courtesy Proserpine Historical Museum and the Nicolson family.
Originally from South Africa, Kerry’s journey has taken her across the globe. After spending a decade in the UK and four years in Ireland, she made the move to Australia, and since June of last year, has been calling the Whitsundays home.
While this is Kerry’s first role in sales, her natural people skills were evident long before she joined the team. Inspired by her brother, who runs his own recruitment business, Kerry was encouraged to explore sales as a career. When she saw the position with Whitsunday Life Newspaper, her passion for print media and community-driven work made it an easy choice.
the stuff you do really matters.”
Outside of work, Kerry is an outdoor enthusiast who loves exploring new places, camping, fishing, and visiting the region’s stunning beaches. “I’m definitely a bit of a Dora the Explorer,” she explained.
“I love that the paper is so community-focused,” Kerry says.
“The community in the Whitsundays is so different to anywhere I have lived before.
“Especially coming from bigger businesses, which can be less personal, I like that you get that human connection here and
The team at Whitsunday Life is excited to have Kerry onboard and looks forward to seeing her thrive in her new role.
“I love meeting people and getting stuck in,” Kerry explained.
“I’m excited to get involved with the community.”
The team at Bowen Tourism and Business is looking forward to continuing to promote the town and the greater Whitsundays region in 2025.
The team of staff and dedicated volunteers welcomed more than 50,000 at the Bowen Visitor Information Centre in 2024 – another record year.
Behind the scenes, the team promotes the region in various ways through mainstream and social media channels.
For the past three years, the Manager of the organisation, Leanne Abernethy has been the Whitsundays correspondent on ABC Tropical North, speaking to Breakfast presenter Meech Philpott every week about what is happening around our region.
Meech finished in that role in December after many years of early mornings.
ABC Tropical North has now welcomed Rob Kidd as the new Breakfast presenter in 2025.
Leanne will continue to be the Whitsundays correspondent, having a chat on ra-
dio every Thursday.
She took the opportunity over the Christmas and New Year period to catch up with the ABC team in Mackay and is looking forward to working with them again in 2025.
“It was great to catch up with the team as we usually only chat by phone,” Leanne said.
The segment is on Thursday mornings at 9.10am for about six minutes and mentions news and events from Bowen, Collinsville, Airlie Beach and Proserpine.
You can tune in to ABC Tropical North at 101.1 FM or listen in on the ABC App.
Contributed with thanks to Leanne Abernethy Manager of Bowen Tourism.
Airlie Beach Pool services is currently the highest rated pool service in the Whitsunday area and they want to offer their exceptional skills and services to you. Jesse, the owner has been working in the local industry for 15 years and started his own business two years ago and they’ve been going strong since.
As a family run business, Airlie Beach Pool Services focuses on customer service and satisfaction which is why they are rated so highly as you can see in reviews like this one from Loise Norris “Jesse was extremely helpful arriving quickly to fix my very green pool and having it sparkling within 12 hours. He sorted all the issues and explained the process in full. His follow up and advice is greatly appreciated and I highly recommend his services.”
This testament to Jesse’s skills in pool care and restoration comes from just one of the many happy clients he works with. Many local pool owners have switched their
Chatpool service providers over to Airlie Beach Pool Services. From the big island resorts to the local homeowner, a broad diversity of clients appreciate his tenacity to do the best job for them. Operating with commercial-grade equipment means Jesse will have your pool up and running the way you like it, no matter the season or condition of the pool.
With a growing family himself, Jesse recognises the importance of a family pool-day and making sure your pool waters are clean so everybody stays healthy. Managing multiple children and a happy work-life balance, Jesse knows about the common challenges facing pools that get daily use and maintains a professional and humorous standing throughout. So, whether your next pool project is residential or commercial consider Airlie Beach Pool Services for premium pool care for swim-tastic sparkling water rivalling that of the Whitsundays waters themselves.
Call or fill out the form on their website for a free quote today!
Happy New Year to the Whitsundays business community!
Seeing in a new year is a great time to think about what your business resolution might look like.
Business resolutions are commitments businesses make to improve their strategy, operations, or processes. Like personal New Year’s resolutions business resolutions can help prioritise goals or activities that may have got swept aside in 2024 or provide some inspiration or renewed interest in improving some aspect of your business.
A wise business partner passed on some thoughts I would like to share when considering business aspirations for the new year.
Are you counting the minutes you work … or the impact of those minutes?
Are your business metrics reflecting and measuring genuine progress … or just
numbers to make you feel good?
Is your business success measured in the steps you take … or the destinations those steps take you?
We all often count the wrong things. Long hours don’t always mean productivity. Having lots of meetings is not as effective or productive as fewer well-structured meetings. Counting short-term gains can sacrifice the seeds of future growth — sustainable success is a marathon, not a sprint. Counting and slavishly following KPIs can lead to tunnel vision and neglect of qualitative factors like customer experience, employee well-being, and the bigger picture.
Quality over quantity. Work smarter not harder. Good advice for us all.
Let’s make 2025 a great year for us all!
Contributed With Thanks to President of Whitsunday Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Allan Milostic.
Aaron Lewis is a highly experienced real estate professional with over 25 years in the industry. He began his career in 1998 in Horsham, Victoria, before moving to Melbourne and later returning to Horsham in 2002.
Over the years, Aaron has held pivotal leadership roles, including founding an independent office under the Ballarat-based Jen’s Gaunt franchise. This initiative quickly expanded, with Aaron managing a portfolio of over 450 properties.
In March of the previous year, he successfully sold his business, marking a significant career milestone. Through these experiences, Aaron has cultivated a strong reputation for his industry expertise and unwavering commitment to exceptional service. With extensive training and leadership experience, he has earned the trust and respect of the real estate community, establishing himself as a trusted and respected figure in the field.
In November, Aaron made the bold decision to relocate to Proserpine in the Whitsundays, eager to embrace a new challenge and expand his expertise in a different market. Now based in this stunning area, Aaron continues to bring his wealth of knowledge, exceptional customer service, and a deep understanding of the real estate
market to his clients.
Aaron highlighted his extensive experience across various sectors of real estate, including commercial, rural lifestyle properties, and residential. While he is well-versed in all these areas, his primary focus and expertise remain in residential real estate.
Aaron’s wealth of experience is what makes him stand out as an exceptional Sales Specialist. While his extensive real estate career speaks for itself, Aaron also says his life experience is what helps him to relate to clients and help them find their dream property.
Aaron describes himself as approachable and prioritises his clients’ comfort throughout the process. He never pressures potential buyers into decisions they’re not ready to make, always ensuring that the needs and preferences of the person purchasing the home come first.
“It is one of the biggest transactions people make,” Aaron explained.
“I can relate to people who want these types of properties, because I have that experience back home,” Aaron explained.
Having worked on a farm the last year, Aaron revealed how this helps him to facilitate those wanting lifestyle or farmland blocks.
The Whitsundays boasts a highly competitive housing market, with properties often selling in just a week, according to Aaron.
Aaron shared his love for the relaxed vibe
of the Whitsundays and expressed his excitement about diving back into his hobbies. In his spare time, he enjoys fishing, scuba diving, and motorbiking.
Eager to connect with the local community, Aaron invites everyone to come say hello. Welcome to the Whitsundays, Aaron!
Friday 10 January
• The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Andy Mammers(7pm–10pm)
• Grand View Hotel: Zed Charles (4pm–8pm)
Saturday 11 January
• The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Rewind 80’s MIXTAPE (2pm–5:30pm)
• The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Andy Mammers (7pm–10pm)
• Grand View Hotel: Julius Dator (4pm–8pm)
• Coral Sea Pavilion: Live Music (from 1pm) Coral Sea Pavilion: Chill DJ Session (2pm–6pm)
Sunday 12 January
• The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Boys of Summer (2pm–5:30pm)
• The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Paul Fergus Morris (6:30pm–9:30pm)
• Grand View Hotel: Zed Charles (4pm–8pm)
• Coral Sea Pavilion: Chill Acoustic Session (2pm-6pm)
Thursday 16 January
• The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Josiah (6.30pm–9.30pm)
Are you and your friends looking for a morning of music? All the great British classics can be heard this March at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre for one show only in their Morning Melodies special featuring Craig Martin.
The Great British Songbook is a sit-down music show starring UK singer Craig Martin, a contemporary swing and pop singer at his 5th stop on his 2025 Australian tour. Craig learned to sing and play guitar in his early teens and not much later he was playing in the same clubs and pubs as the Beetles had once performed in. Since then, he’s exploded into the Australian performance scene singing with some of the Aussie greats like Jessica Mauboy and Darren Percival. Craig is also a popular pick for music festivals and special events like ‘Christmas by Starlight’ at Redland City and the big Brisbane Festival.
With his charisma and stage flare, Craig will take you down musical memory lane at his show packed with the best music
from the 60’s through to the 90’s.
The Great British Songbook is a show that pays tribute to many of the greatest artists who made it big in the British Music Scene. Tap your toes to covers of the very best of British singer/songwriters including Elton John, Rod Stewart, Van Morrison and Cat Stevens.
The show also features some of the biggest selling bands such as Queen, The Kinks, The Animals, Gerry and the Pacemakers and a personal favourite of Craig’s – The Beatles! He’ll also cover your best-loved singers like: Cliff Richard, Tom Jones and Cilla Black. With over 20 hits including: Hey Jude, Your Song, Living Doll, I’m Into Something Good and You’ll Never Walk Alone, there’s a song for everyone to enjoy this morning.
On Saturday, 18th January, music lovers and rock enthusiasts of the Whitsunday region will be treated to an electrifying performance by Soul Chisel, as they bring “The Very Best of Chisel/Barnes” to the Airlie Beach Hotel stage. This exciting tribute show will take audiences on a musical journey through the unforgettable Soul Years, Jimmy Barnes’ iconic solo career, and, of course, the legendary Cold Chisel classics that have shaped Australian rock.
The talented Steve Callanan, known for his powerhouse voice and remarkable ability to channel the raw energy and soulful charisma of Jimmy Barnes, will lead the show. More than excited to rock ‘n roll with the Whitsundays once again, Callanan is sure to deliver an authentic and passionate performance that captures the essence of Barnes’ stage presence.
“We’ve been up here to Airlie Beach a few times, and we love it here,” shared Steve.
“Airlie Beach audiences are all lovely people, and we have some great mates up here now, and the staff at the Airlie Beach Hotel are all so fantastic, and we’re just really happy to be back!”
Joined by an incredible band of talented musicians, Soul Chisel will take the crowd through a high-energy, nostalgic ride, honouring the legacy of both Cold Chisel and Jimmy Barnes, and for fans of classic Australian rock, this performance promises to be an unforgettable night!
“This performance is less of the soul and more of the Jimmy for more of a hardedged Aussie rock “look at me I’m here” show,” added Steve.
“There’s a little touch of soul like Jimmy is, but this will be Cold Chisel, Jimmy Barnes, rock on at you, and we’re all really looking forward to it.”
Get ready to relive the unforgettable sounds of Cold Chisel, with timeless hits that continue to resonate with fans across generations and book your table online now at thepubairliebeach.com.au
WHAT: Soul Chisel “The Very Best of Chisel / Barnes”
WHEN: Saturday 18 January from 2pm to 5:30pm
WHERE: Airlie Beach Hotel
MORE INFORMATION: thepubairliebeach.com.au
Meet Lentil, an incredibly affectionate dog who’s already won the hearts of her foster family. Known for her gentle nature, Lentil has quickly bonded with her new home and has learned to trust her humans. Despite her young age, she has taken on a nurturing role with the other dogs, often “mothering” them with care and kindness.
Lentil is the definition of selflessness; she gives all of herself and asks for little in return. Her greatest joy is cuddling up with her family, especially jumping onto the bed for some extra love and attention. Her easy-going and loving personality make her an ideal companion for anyone looking for a loyal friend. Not only is Lentil great with people, but she’s also fantastic with other dogs, making her an excellent addition to any family with pets. Her sweet, affectionate nature will surely bring joy to any home lucky enough to welcome her. To learn more about adopting Lentil, please contact:
Phone: 0459 757 455
Facebook: Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue
Email: bcpri.adoptions@gmail.com
Rehoming fee: $400
Age: 2 years
Sex: Male
Breed: Huntaway X Shepherd
Other dogs: Great with both big and small dogs
“SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3” (PG) 109mins. Family/Adventure/Comedy Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance. Stars: Ben Schwartz,Colleen O’Shaughnessey, Idris Elba
“PADDINGTON IN PERU” (PG) 106mins. Family/Adventure/Comedy Paddington returns to Peru to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who now resides at the Home for Retired Bears. With the Brown family in tow, a thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them into an unexpected journey.
Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Ben Whishaw
“THE HERETIC” (MA) 112mins. Thriller/Suspense
Two young religious women are drawn into a game of cat-and-mouse in the house of a strange man.
Stars: Hugh Grant, Sophie Thatcher, Chloe East
“MUFASA: THE LION KING” (PG) 119mins. Family/Musical/Fantasy Mufasa, a cub lost and alone, meets a sympathetic lion named Taka, the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of a group of misfits searching for their destiny.
Stars: Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Seth Rogen
“THE DEAD DON’T HURT” (M) 130mins. Drama/Western Two pioneers fight for their lives and their love on the American frontier during the Civil War. Stars: Vicky Krieps, Viggo Mortensen, Solly McLeod
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For a packed day of sails and sunshine, pop on down to North Queensland Cruising Yacht Club in Bowen (NQCYC) where you will find boats abound. On the 12th of January the Yacht Club will host a Blessing of the Fleet ceremony and all watercrafts are invited to participate. The NQCYC doesn’t discriminate with the event’s motto: ‘If it floats, it’s a boat’ so get out there on the water, dress up your boats and hoist your flags because it’s time for some anointed fun in the sun!
Providing live, musical entertainment will be the wonderful Kimmy at 12.30pm before the boats set sail for their blessings. Then at 1.30pm the ceremony for the Blessing of the Boats will begin, followed by a cruise around the bay in the blessed watercrafts.
The Blessing of the Fleet is a tradition dating back centuries and is performed when launching new vessels as well as a regular, yearly ceremony to ensure the protection of a ship and its crew. At Bowen’s own North Queensland Cruising Yacht
Club you will find this year’s ceremony has a few extra ways for the community to get involved.
Like how about a sausage sizzle to whet your appetites? After the sailing around the bay comes to an end, the barbeque goes on and all are welcome to enjoy an afternoon at the harbour. With local cafes and bars open, it’s a sea-breezy time suitable for all the family.
WHAT: Blessing of the Boats Ceremony
WHERE: Yacht Club, 1 Starboard Drive, Bowen
WHEN: Sunday 12th 11:30am - 2pm
Tourism Whitsundays is excited to be part of the launch of the Queensland Welcomes You initiative, with its suite of online welcome programs for each of Queensland’s tourism regions.
The Whitsundays Welcomes You Program has been developed to inspire everyone involved in welcoming guests to become proud hosts and deliver exceptional experiences so that our guests become passionate advocates for our region.
What you’ll learn
The Whitsunday Welcomes You program includes online training programs, and in-person workshops tailored for our region, with topics including hosting visitors, storytelling, accessibility, inclusion, sustainability and local experiences.
Who can participate?
The program is open to all businesses that play a role in welcoming and hosting guests in our region as well as passionate volunteers. Program participants may
No matter how hard I try to hide, it seems impossible to escape the sharp eyes of the Whitsundays locals. This time, I was spotted first by the triumphant 14-year-old Hendrix Murphy, a Whitsundays local who’s lived here for the past three years. Hendrix tracked me down in record time, just 20 minutes!
He shared that, like me, he’s an avid reader of Whitsunday Life Newspaper, especially enjoying the puzzles, community activities, and, of course, Finding Finn.
With his keen sense and a bit of local know-how, Hendrix mentioned he had a “sweet spot” where he knew I’d be.
Well done Hendrix! I will see you all next month, until then I will be looking for a better hiding spot.
Woof! Finn
include those working in hotels, venues, transport, tours, events, attractions, retail, restaurants, cafes and bars, as well as volunteers across the visitor economy.
In-region workshops
Next year, 2-hour workshops will be held which will be highly interactive, taking a deep dive into specific topics to help participants apply the learning in their guest interactions.
The interactive workshop will cover the practical application of:
• destination pride –unpacking what about our region makes us proud
• guest mindset – what is it and the priorities for meeting guest expectations
• meeting guest needs - creating itineraries based on different guests needs
• storytelling – best practice tips and how to create and tailor for different guests. Contact us for further information: info@ tourismwhitsundays.com.au
Contributed by Tourism Whitsundays
Other spotters: 2nd place: Amy Chegwidden
3rd Place: Alistair Gourlau
4th Place: Mark Tyler
5th Place: Jaylan Von fahland
6th Place: Tanya Bennett
This week, the Tourism Whitsundays team enjoyed a memorable one-day getaway on Hamilton Island, staying at the luxurious Reef View Hotel. With its stunning location and panoramic views, it was the perfect spot for a quick but rejuvenating island escape.
of the Whitsundays as the first light of day painted the sky.
Our evening began with an exquisitely high-quality dining experience at The Beach Club. We dined just steps from the shore, enjoying delicious food while watching the sunset over the sparkling waters—a perfect start to our stay. The atmosphere was as beautiful as the meal itself, making it a truly relaxing experience.
The next day, the team enjoyed a more laid-back start, most indulging in a well-deserved sleep-in. I opted for my regular 4 am wake-up, eager to catch the breathtaking sunrise from One Tree Hill. The early morning trek was generously rewarded with stunning panoramic views
Afterwards, we all gathered for a delicious breakfast at the Reef View Hotel, fuelling up with fresh local options before heading out for some fun. We spent the morning playing pickleball, cooling off in the resort pool, and soaking in the tropical vibes. Though our time on Hamilton Island was short, it provided the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. It is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to unwind and explore.
Contributed by Jade Yvonne, Business Development Executive, Tourism Whitsundays
The Whitsundays is known for its gorgeous waters that encourage many sailors to visit and sail year in and year out. One such sailor who has lived in Airlie Beach his whole life is Leo Rodriguez.
Leo recently took part in the Sydney to Hobart Race, with his crew of 14 and they placed 3rd in their division and 9th overall. Having competed in the Sydney to Hobart Race six times, Leo is one of the most experienced crew members and was chosen to help man the boat along with the core team because of his experience and friendship with the owners.
The vessel Leo competed in is called, “JayBird”, and is locally registered at the Whitsunday Sailing Club where it is owned by husband and wife team, Ian and Anika Thomson.
At the culmination of the race, Anika won the prestigious Jane Tate Memorial trophy. This trophy is awarded to the first female skipper to finish the race and impressively Anika has now won the trophy three times in a row. There has been a large push for women’s involvement in sailing as it can be perceived as primarily a male-dominant sport, but happily there were roughly 150 female competitors and this years’ event.
Leo explained how the race was particularly
challenging this year due to the relentless sea conditions.
Jay-Bird and her crew faced continuous strong winds which were between 25-40 knots and huge waves on choppy seas. The team even achieved a top speed of 30 knots battling against unfavourable southern fronts as Leo reports the weather just got wetter and colder after departing Sydney. He even remarked at one point a huge wave crashed over the boat. But, despite the disagreeable conditions, overall, it was a memorable race.
During the event. Jay-Bird was pushed to her limits by the crew and finished with satisfying results in her division. The IRC-1 Division is for 52ft, fixed keel boats and when they crossed the line with a finishing time of 2 days, 20 hours and 16 minutes fans cheered and raised cardboard cut-outs of birds to show their support.
As a racing boat and a cruiser, Jay-Bird was built to handle the tough Tasman Sea with the expertise of her fantastic crew.
When asked if he would do the race again Leo said “I never say never. I have no plans on doing another race. (But) If I’m asked, I’d certainly consider it again.”
For now, he and the other crewmembers are enjoying their good results and calm, warm waters of the cruisy Whitsundays.
On the 4th of January the Whitsunday’s Volunteer Marine Rescue was tasked to respond to an EPIRB activation out near Round Head. Communication attempts were not possible as the vessel had no radio or mobile and the responders headed out for the rescue fearing the worst.
Around 9:30pm the team of VMR1 headed out to the coordinates that placed the distressed boat close to the shore. Its location was exposed to the 17 knot easterlies and some pushy waves, so the crew wondered if it was just going to be the beacon that they would find. With the lack of communication their main concerns where the
condition of the boat and the health of its occupants, so VMR1 brought QAS paramedics with them just in case.
When they rounded Round Head, they breathed relief at the sight of the navigation lights bobbing up and down, horizontally placed and swinging side to side. This indicated the boat was above water and floating, not listing as they feared. Surmising the vessel was anchored and likely fine, the VMR1 crew sent out their tender to check if the people were ok too.
As the water was not deep enough for the larger VMR1, crewmates M and Rodney were dispatched in the tender boat to bring
back anyone who may need treatment. The waters were too rough for the QAS to go themselves safely but fortunately there was only one on board.
The man was fine, just new to his position as a boat owner and captain. He had not prepared for his evening of fishing and had no working radio or navigation gear on the boat, or a mobile phone on his person. The EPIRB was triggered when he tried to call for help as his boat was pushed onto the rocks and washed over by the rough waves. The man was able to get his motor up and running and ultimately helped himself off the rocks to safer waters. He told the VMR1 crew that he was fine now
and would motor back to his home port in the morning.
Once an EPIRB is set off, it must be located and switched off, having a radio or mobile phone will let rescue services like the VMR Whitsundays find you faster and provide you with better help if they know the situation for the rescue or if it’s a false alarm. So, advice to all water-goers: make sure you have some form of communication with you when you head out to sea, otherwise don’t go. Good work team of the VMR1- Rodney, M, Donna and skipper Shane!
At the end of 2024, the Cannonvale Cannons hosted a fantastic Christmas Club Night and wished the State Team all the best at Qld LC Championships. At the start of Christmas Club Night, Giselle Burton presented Tyler Bennett with an Upgrade Certificate and Harry Chegwidden with the Coaches’ Award. Congratulations to Harry Chegwidden and Jax Clayworth for setting new Club Records. Harry set a record for 7 years 25m Backstroke in a time of 23.01sec. Jax Clayworth aged 11 years set a new 200m Butterfly record in a time of 2.57.71.
During the Christmas Club Night, Harris Delac, Indiana De-Lisle, Jax Eaves, Miller Eaves, Roxy Groom, Mackenzie Bennett, Tyler Bennett, Ella Bounden, Harry Chegwidden, Bonnie Crichton, Sophie Palmero, Isabella Pisaniello, Addie Sanders, River Shields, Hazel Smith, Asher Springbett, Reid Springbett, Billie Jamieson, Lucas Korosec, Pippa Laguna, Ruby Lawson, Kye Mitchell, and Stella Mulliss swam extremely well and achieved personal best times. Well done swimmers!
The coaches, Ken Crittenden and Mark Erickson are very excited about the start of 2025. The coaches have been working with swimmers on their goals and developing plans for the season. There are lots of district carnivals coming up in the next two months and swimmers are training so they can achieve their best at these events. The coaches would like to commend the following senior swimmers for training consistently during the first week of January: Jax Clayworth, Zane Clayworth, Andie Reynolds, Ruby Harland, Koa Harland, Tora Delac, Harris Delac, Charlie Doherty, Evie Doherty, Declan Dichiera, Roxy Groom, Millie Groom, Matilda Nicholes, Celeste Orenshaw, Nelson Malady, Zach Trefz, Maeve Dichiera, Lucas Korosec, Eloise Chegwidden, and Eric Mulliss.
The Cannonvale Cannons Swimming Club will be resuming Club Nights from Wednesday, 8th January 2025. New swimmers (and their families) are welcome to come and try swimming with the Cannons.
Contributed with thanks to Raylene Rasmussen
On Saturday at 8am the Whitsunday branch of the Australian Outrigger Canoe Racing Association is hosting a 4week beginner ‘Come & Try’ challenge. Anyone who is an aspiring paddler of any level or a current member is invited to join them at the Shingley Beach for the challenge and Members Sign-On Day. The event is open to everyone 14 and above who is wanting to try out their racing skills and have a friendly competition or just to try out something new. Whatever your level is, this is your chance to get your arms moving and paddle in paradise on the wonderfully blue Whitsunday waters.
As this event is for all levels, do not worry if you don’t know how to hold a paddle or turnover a tipped canoe, Club Outriggers will be happy to teach you before you head out onto the water. You and your team will be supported the entire way through your wet and wild day.
After all the fun on the water at around 10:30am, Club Outriggers Whitsunday will also be providing a free breakfast barbeque to fill you up after your morning on the water. Where you can socialise with your fellow new outriggers and discuss techniques and plan your next morning on the waves.
For your health and safety please bring a hat, sunscreen, sun protective shirt,
sunglasses, and your own water bottle for hydration. For your enjoyment and comfort, Outriggers Whitsunday recommend wearing leggings or long boardshorts, no bikini bottoms or budgie smugglers, practical swimwear is highly encouraged, and a smile to truly enjoy your time on the waves.
If you made a New Years resolution to get fit or try something new this year, then why not pick up a paddle and challenge yourself with a fun new activity like outriggers canoeing? Canoeing is great exercise that helps strengthen your muscles and core, it also can improve your posture and joint flexibility. And there is nothing more stress relieving than a warm ocean breeze or the sound of the waves as you also build up your endurance while having a great time. The beginners challenge runs for 4weeks so you have plenty of time to practice and improve your techniques.
The Club Outriggers Whitsunday hopes to see you down there at the beach Saturday morning, making new friends and reaping the benefits of your time making waves. Their motto is: Why do we paddle? For the challenge! We live on the edge and when the world turns upside-down, we come up smiling.
For and enrolment form to participate in the event please call either Kim at 0428 173 651 or Glen at 0407 465 550. Both of them will be happy to help get you signed up and sorted before your amazing day in the water with them this Saturday at 8am.
WHAT: Outrigger canoe beginner’s event
WHERE: Shingley Beach, Shingley Drive, Cannonvale.
WHEN: Saturday 11th at 8am
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This stunning acreage property perfectly balances space, lifestyle, and versatility, even offering a separate guest accommodation option for year-round guests.
The original three-bedroom, one bathroom home plus study features a spacious layout, including a deck, multiple living areas for entertaining or relaxing, and a modern, well-equipped kitchen. A renovated bathroom and split system air conditioning in each room allows year-round comfort. Outside, the massive under roof BBQ area overlooks a beautifully landscaped inground pool – ideal for summer gatherings.
The guest accommodation combines a bed, bathroom, kitchenette design located near the pool area. It’s the perfect space for extended family or visitors.
Additional highlights include: A large shed and workshop for all your storage needs. Grassed areas for kids and pets to enjoy.
• Established fruit trees with room to expand your garden oasis.
• A healthy bore and 2 x 20,000L water tanks for added convenience.
• Split system a/c in every room including guest room, office, and lounge.
• Pool with automatic heater/cooler to regulate water temp.
• 8kw solar system (installed 2021).
• Hot water solar system.
• Garden turfed area has a Hunter reticulation system.
• Bore for gardening and can also be diverted to the house in case of emergency.
Located just minutes from town, this property offers a private sanctuary with endless potential. Don’t miss your chance to secure this incredible lifestyle opportunity! CONTACT: Katie Gascoyne 0421 720 621 assistant@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au
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• 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including master with ensuite
• Large 2-car garage provides plenty of room for storage
• Massive 6x9m shed with an additional 6x9m concrete pad
• 5kW solar system, bore, and irrigation system
• 3 x 25,000L water tanks BED BATH CAR 426
Start your investment portfolio with this 3-bedroom 2-bathroom in a great location in the sought-after suburb of Mandalay. The home itself offers a simple, low-maintenance design with the potential for updates or renovations to suit your personal taste. The three bedrooms are well-sized, and the single bathroom is neat and functional.
Key Features:
• 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
• Open-plan living and dining areas are light-filled and practical
• Air conditioners throughout the rooms
• Simple and practical design with room to add value
• One Carport
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 News Breakfast Late. 9.30 The Princes And The Press. 10.30 Poh’s Kitchen. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. 12.00 News. 1.00 The Newsreader. 2.00 The Split: Barcelona. 3.00 Back Roads. 3.30 Grand Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 A Bite To Eat. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 The Secret History Of The British Garden. 8.30 Murder In Provence. 10.00 Joanna Lumley’s Great Cities Of The World. 10.50 Grand Designs. 11.35 Long Lost Family. 12.25 Rage New Music. 5.00 Rage.
6.00 Rage Charts. 7.00 Wknd Breaky. 9.00 Rage. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Beyond Paradise. 1.30 MOVIE: Casablanca. (1942)
3.15 Lucy Worsley: Agatha Christie Mystery Queen. 4.15 Joanna Lumley’s Great Cities Of The World. 5.00 Eat The Invaders. 5.30 Dr Karl’s How Things Work.
6.00 Brian Cox: Life Of A Universe.
6.30 Back Roads. (PG)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Beyond Paradise. (PG)
8.30 Vera. (M)
10.00 Shetland. (M) 11.00 Rage. (MA15+)
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.25 Boyer Lecture. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 12.55 New Leash On Life. 1.55 Dream Gardens. 2.25 The Secret History Of The British Garden. 3.25 Long Lost Family. 4.10 Extraordinary Escapes. 5.00 Magda’s Big National Health Check. 6.00 Antiques Roadshow. 7.00 News. 7.30 Miriam Margolyes In New Zealand. 8.30 Miniseries: Until I Kill You. 10.05 You Can’t Ask That. 11.10 MOVIE: A Star Is Born. (1976) 1.25 Rage. 3.10 Australia Remastered. 4.05 Gardening Aust. 5.05 The Great Acceleration.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 McCartney 3, 2, 1. 10.30 Vera. 12.00 News. 1.00 Australia’s Open. 2.00 Fake Or Fortune? 3.00 Back Roads. 3.25 Grand Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 A Bite To Eat. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Escaping Utopia. 9.00 You Can’t Ask That. 9.35 Shakespeare: Rise Of A Genius. 10.35 News. 10.50 Lucy Worsley: Agatha Christie Mystery Queen. 11.50 Grand Designs. 12.40 Long Lost Family. 1.30 Rage. 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Aust. 5.30 7.30.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. 12.00 News. 1.00 Call The Midwife. 2.00 Fake Or Fortune? 2.55 Back Roads. 3.25 Grand Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 A Bite To Eat. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Dr Karl’s How Things Work. 8.30 Eat The Invaders. 9.05 Penguin King. 10.00 Miriam Margolyes In New Zealand. 11.05 News. 11.20 Murder In Provence. 12.50 Grand Designs. 1.40 Long Lost Family. 2.25 Rage. 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Aust. 5.30 7.30.
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 News. 10.00 The Way We Wore. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. 12.00 News. 1.00 Changing Ends. 2.00 Fake Or Fortune? 2.55 Back Roads. 3.25 Grand Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 A Bite To Eat. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Spicks And Specks. 8.30 Changing Ends. 9.20 Utopia. 10.15 Spicks And Specks. 10.45 News. 11.05 Aftertaste. 12.05 Grand Designs. 12.50 Long Lost Family. 1.40 Rage. 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Aust. 5.30 7.30.
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 News. 10.00 Eat The Invaders. 10.30 Back Roads. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. 12.00 News. 1.00 Penguin King. 1.55 Fake Or Fortune? 2.55 Back Roads. 3.25 Grand Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 5.55 A Bite To Eat. 6.25 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads. 8.30 Long Lost Family. 9.20 Grand Designs. 10.05 Dr Karl’s How Things Work. 10.40 News. 10.55 Escaping Utopia. 11.55 Grand Designs. 12.45 Long Lost Family. 1.30 Rage. 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Aust. 5.30 7.30.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Such Was Life. 2.10 Heritage Rescue. 3.00 Railway Journeys UK. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 MOVIE: The Prestige. (2006) 9.55 Rock Legends: Elton John. 10.25 SBS News. 10.55 Every Family Has A Secret. 11.55 De Gaulle. 12.50 Kin. 2.45 Grayson’s Art Club. 3.35 Make Me A Dealer. 4.25 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 WorldWatch. 4.05 Forgotten Frontlines. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Prologue to H’lights. 6.00 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Rivers. 6.30 News. 7.30 Magical Train Journeys In Switzerland. 8.30 Cotswolds And Beyond With Pam Ayres. 9.20 Great Australian Walks. 10.20 Great Australian Railway Journeys. 11.25 Mister8. 1.35 Love Your Garden. 2.30 Make Me A Dealer. 4.15 Peer To Peer. 4.45 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. 10.30 Speedweek. 12.30 Cycling. National Road C’ships. Elite and U23 Women’s Road 4.30 WorldWatch. 5.30 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. H’lights. 6.30 News. 7.30 Fortress Britain With Alice Roberts. 8.25 Asia’s Ancient Civilisations. 10.15 Putin And The West. 11.25 Michael Mosley’s 21 Day Body Challenge. 2.10 Love Your Garden. 3.05 Make Me A Dealer. 4.45 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Heritage Rescue. 2.50 Railway Journeys UK. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Mystery Of Blackbeard’s Lost Treasure. 8.25 Jimmy Carr’s I Literally Just Told You. 9.20 Inside Sydney Airport. 10.15 SBS News. 10.45 Clean Sweep. 11.40 Wisting. 12.35 Faking Hitler. 2.25 Grayson’s Art Club. 3.20 Make Me A Dealer. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Amazon: The Lost World. 2.55 The Weekly Football Wrap. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.40 Came From Nowhere. 10.25 SBS News. 10.55 Beyond Signs. 11.55 Christian. 3.00 Grayson Perry’s Rites Of Passage. 3.55 Make Me A Dealer. 4.45 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. 4.50 Destination Flavour. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Amazon: The Lost World. 3.05 Destination Flavour China. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 The Real Crown: Inside The House Of Windsor. 8.30 Michael Palin: Into Iraq. 9.25 The Night Manager. 10.30 SBS News. 11.00 Pagan Peak. 11.50 Rogue Heroes. 12.50 Soldiers. 2.35 Grayson Perry’s Rites Of Passage. 3.30 Make Me A Dealer. 4.20 Peer To Peer. 4.50 Destination Flavour. 5.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Amazon: The Lost World. 3.05 Destination Flavour China. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Going Places. 8.30 Silk Road From Above. 9.30 The Darkness. 10.25 SBS News. 10.55 DNA. 11.50 Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late. 12.45 Blanca. 2.45 Grayson Perry’s Rites Of Passage. 3.40 Make Me A Dealer. 4.30 Peer To Peer. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: As Gouda As It Gets. (2020) 2.00 Motorbike Cops. 2.15 Catch Phrase. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. BBL. Hurricanes v Thunder. 9.30 Big Bash League Post-Game. 10.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. 11.30 The Force: Behind The Line. 12.00 The Real Manhunter. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. 12.00 Horse Racing. Gold Coast Magic Millions 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Security: International. (PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Back To The Future Part III. (1990) (PG) 10.00 MOVIE: Mercury Rising. (1998) (M) 12.25 MOVIE: Deadly Seduction. (2021) (MA15+) 2.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 It’s Academic. 5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG)
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Cricket. The Women’s Ashes. ODI. Aust v England. 2.00 Cricket. The Women’s Ashes. ODI. Aust v England. 4.30 Border Security. 5.30 Weekender. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. BBL. Renegades v Stars. 9.30 Big Bash League Post-Game. 10.00 7NEWS Spotlight. 11.00 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. 12.10 The Duke And I. 1.10 Travel Oz. 2.00 Shopping. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Lost And Found In Rome. (2021) 2.00 Jabba’s Movies School Holiday Special. 2.30 Border Security: Int. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Cricket. BBL. Thunder v Scorchers. 10.00 Big Bash League Post-Game. 10.30 Motorway Patrol. 11.00 Highway Cops. 11.30 Autopsy USA. 12.30 Satisfaction. 2.30 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. 10.00 Cricket. The Women’s Ashes. ODI. Aust v England. 1.00 Cricket. The Women’s Ashes. ODI. Aust v England. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Cricket. BBL. Hurricanes v Renegades. 10.00 Big Bash League Post-Game. 10.30 Lockerbie. 11.35 Ambulance: Code Red. 12.35 Underarm: The Ball That Changed Cricket. 1.30 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Royal Blossom. (2021) 2.00 Motorbike Cops. 2.15 Catch Phrase. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Cricket. BBL. Strikers v Sixers. 10.00 Big Bash League Post-Game. 10.30 Beat The Chasers UK. 11.30 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. 12.30 Black-ish. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Sparks Over Brooklyn. (2023) 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Find My Beach House Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: King Richard. (2021) (M) 11.30 Casualty 24/7. 12.20 Tipping Point. 1.10 Delish. 1.30 TV Shop. 4.00 Skippy. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Drive TV.
6.00 Garden Gurus. 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra Summer. 12.00 Destination WA. 12.30 Find My Beach House Australia. 1.30 MOVIE: Problem Child. (1990) 3.10 MOVIE: Everything, Everything. (2017) 5.00 News. 5.30 Country House Hunters Aust. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 MOVIE: Rams. (2020) 9.50 MOVIE: Just A Farmer. (2024) 11.50 MOVIE: Avarice. (2022) 1.30 Country House Hunters Aust. 2.00 The Incredible Journey. 2.30 TV Shop. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Helping Hands Summer Series. 6.00 Morning Programs. 7.30 On The Fly. 8.00 I Fish. 8.30 Everyday Gourmet. 9.00 My Market Kitchen. 9.30 Drew Barrymore. 10.30 Farm To Fork. 11.00 10 Minute Kitchen. 11.30 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. 12.00 Australia By Design: Innovations. 12.30 Exploring Off The Grid. 1.30 The Yes
6.00 Weekend Today. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 10.00 Tennis. Austn Open. 3.00 Tennis. Austn Open. Afternoon 1. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 1. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Late Night 1. 11.00 New Amsterdam. (M) 12.00
6.00 Today. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 10.00 Tennis. Austn Open. 3.00 Tennis. Austn Open. Afternoon 2. 6.00 9News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 2. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Late Night 2. 11.00 New Amsterdam. 12.00 Casualty 24/7. 1.00 First On Scene. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 GolfBarons. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 Drew Barrymore. 7.00 Neighbours. 7.30 Farm To Fork. 8.00 Bold. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. 9.00 Lingo. 10.00 Ent. Tonight. 10.30 Jamie’s 5 Ingredient Mediterranean. 11.30 Judge Judy. 12.00 Farm To Fork. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. 3.30 News. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 MOVIE: Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among Thieves. (2023) 10.20 News. 10.45 The Project. 11.50 Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 10.00 Tennis. Austn Open. 3.00 Tennis. Austn Open. Afternoon 3. 6.00 9News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 3. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Late Night 3. 11.00 New Amsterdam. 12.00 Casualty 24/7. 1.00 First On Scene. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 2.30 Our State On A Plate. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 GolfBarons. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 Drew Barrymore. 7.00 Neighbours. 7.30 Farm To Fork. 8.00 Bold. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. 9.00 Lingo. 10.00 Ent. Tonight. 10.30 Jamie’s 5 Ingredient Mediterranean. 11.30 Judge Judy. 12.00 Farm To Fork. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. 3.30 News. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30
6.00 Today. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 10.00 Tennis. Austn Open. 3.00 Tennis. Austn Open. Afternoon 4. 6.00 9News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 4. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Late Night 4. 11.00 New Amsterdam. 12.00 Casualty 24/7. 1.00 First On Scene. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 GolfBarons.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: The Valley Of Love. (2023) 2.00 Catch Phrase. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 36. Brisbane Heat v Hobart Hurricanes. 10.00 Seven’s Cricket: The Spin. 10.45 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. 11.45 Pam & Tommy. 12.45 Black-ish. 1.40 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 10.00 Tennis. Austn Open. 3.00
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? (R)
8.25 Mythbusters
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R)
8.50 Robot Wars. (R)
9.50 Doctor Who. (PG, R)
10.40 Mythbusters
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R)
11.05 Operation Ouch! (R)
7.30pm Good Game Spawn Point.
7.55 Movie: Billionaire Boy. (2016) (G, R)
8.55 Fresh Off The Boat. (PG, R)
9.40 Speechless. (PG, R)
10.00 Officially Amazing. (PG)
10.50 Log Horizon. (PG, R)
11.15 Turn Up The Volume. (R)
11.40 Good Game Spawn Point. (R)
6.00pm Bargain Hunt. (R)
7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer.
8.30 Escape To The Country. (R)
9.30 Escape To The Country. (R)
11.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
12.30 DVine Living. (PG, R)
1.00 House Calls To The Rescue. (R)
2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
6.00pm Dog Patrol. (PG)
6.30 Bondi Vet. (PG, R)
7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)
8.30 Escape To The Country. (R)
9.30 I Escaped To The Country. (PG)
10.30 Australia’s Amazing Homes. (PG, R)
11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)
12.30 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)
5.30pm I Escaped To The Country. (PG, R)
6.30 Escape To The Country. (R)
7.30 Rosemary & Thyme. (PG, R)
8.30 McDonald And Dodds. (M, R)
10.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)
Operation Ouch! (PG, R)
Horrible Histories. (R)
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
7.50 The Inbestigators. (R)
8.05 Dr Karl’s How Things Work. (R)
8.35 Hard Quiz Kids. (PG, R)
9.05 The Wonderful World Of Puppies. (R)
9.50 Doctor Who. (PG, R)
10.40 Mythbusters
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R)
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
7.50 The Inbestigators. (R)
8.05 Operation Ouch! (R)
8.35 Meet The Hedgehogs. (PG)
9.20 Deadly Predators. (PG, R)
9.50 Doctor Who. (PG, R)
10.40 Mythbusters
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R)
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
7.50 The Inbestigators. (R)
8.05 Operation Ouch! (R)
8.35 Doctor Who. (PG, R)
10.10 Mythbusters
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R)
10.35 Operation Ouch! (PG, R)
11.05 Horrible Histories. (R)
12.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. (PG, R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
7.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R)
8.30 Inspector Morse. (M, R)
10.50 Bodyguard. (MA15+, R)
12.00 Bargain Hunt. (R)
1.00 Doc Martin. (PG, R) 2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
7.30 Call The Midwife. (M, R)
8.45 Inspector George Gently. (M, R)
10.45 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)
11.45 Bargain Hunt. (R)
12.45 Inspector George Gently. (M, R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
7.30 Heartbeat. (PG, R)
8.45 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. (PG, R)
10.45 Law & Order: UK. (M, R)
11.45 Bargain Hunt. (R)
12.45 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. (PG, R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R) 7.30 Father Brown. (M, R) 8.30 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R)
Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R)
Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R)
Father Brown. (M, R)
Bargain Hunt. (R)
Mt Hutt Rescue. (PG, R)
6.00pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 29. Hobart Hurricanes v Sydney Thunder. 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Surveillance Oz. (PG, R)
8.30 Movie: The Whole Nine Yards. (2000) (M, R)
10.35 Movie: Pineapple Express. (2008) (MA15+, R)
6.00pm Pawn Stars. (PG, R)
6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)
7.00 Storage Wars. (PG)
7.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. (M, R)
8.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. (PG, R)
9.30 Air Crash
Investigations: The Accident Files. (PG, R) 10.30 Deep Water Salvage. (PG, R)
6.00pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 32. Melbourne Renegades v Melbourne Stars. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)
8.30 Movie: Bullet Train. (2022) (MA15+, R) 11.10 Movie: The Chronicles Of Riddick. (2004) (M, R) 1.40 Blokesworld. (PG, R)
5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R) 6.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 33. Sydney Thunder v Perth Scorchers.
7.30 Outback Opal Hunters. (PG, R)
8.30 Adventure Gold Diggers. (PG, R) 9.30 Tougher In Alaska. (PG)
10.30 Frozen Gold. (PG, R)
11.30 Ax Men. (M)
5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R)
6.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 34. Hobart Hurricanes v Melbourne Renegades.
7.30 Outback Truckers. (PG, R)
9.30 Kings Of Pain. (M) 10.30 Ice Road Truckers. (M, R)
12.30 Storage Wars. (PG, R)
5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R)
6.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 35. Adelaide Strikers v Sydney Sixers.
7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R)
8.30 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, R)
9.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. (M, R) 10.30 Surviving The Moment Of Impact. (M)
5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R) 6.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 36. Brisbane Heat v Hobart Hurricanes. 7.30 Pawn Stars Do America. (PG) 8.30 Movie: The Amazing Spider-Man 2. (2014) (M, R) 11.15 Movie: Super Troopers 2. (2018) (MA15+, R)
6.00pm Tennis. Adelaide International. Night 5. 10.00 Movie: It’s Complicated. (2009) (M, R) Meryl Streep, Alec Baldwin.
12.30 Keeping Up Appearances. (PG, R)
1.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R) 1.30 Movie: Carry On Regardless. (1961) (G, R)
5.00pm Tennis. Adelaide International. Night 6. 8.00 Movie: The Sentinel. (2006) (M, R) Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland. 10.15 Movie: The Elephant Man. (1980) (M, R) Anthony Hopkins. 12.45 Movie: That’ll Be The Day. (1973) (M, R)
5.30pm All 4 Adventure. (PG, R)
6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS. (M, R)
9.25 NCIS. (M, R)
NCIS. (M, R)
Bull. (M, R)
Home Shopping. (R)
6.00pm Football Tonight.
6.25 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 13. Sydney FC v Central Coast Mariners. 9.00 NCIS. (M, R) 9.55 NCIS. (M, R)
10.50 NCIS. (M, R) 11.45 Bull. (M, R) 12.40 Bull. (M, R)
1.35 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M, R)
5.00pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 1. 10.00 Chicago Med. (MA15+, R) 11.00 Forensics: The Real CSI. (M, R) 12.15 To Be Advised.
5.30pm Diagnosis Murder. (PG, R)
6.30 JAG. (PG, R)
7.30 NCIS. (M, R)
8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 9.25 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 Bull. (M, R) 11.15 Bull. (M, R) 12.10 Bull. (M, R) 1.05 Diagnosis Murder. (M, R)
2.00 Diagnosis Murder. (M, R)
5.00pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 2. 10.00 Death In Paradise. (M, R)
11.10 Agatha Raisin. (M, R)
12.10 See No Evil. (M, R)
1.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R)
1.30 Movie: Alfie Darling. (1976) (M, R)
5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)
6.30 JAG. (PG, R)
7.30 NCIS. (M, R)
8.30 NCIS. (M, R)
9.25 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M, R)
10.20 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M, R) 11.15 Bull. (M, R)
12.15 Home Shopping. (R) 12.45 Home Shopping. (R) 1.15 Home Shopping. (R) 1.45 Home Shopping. (R)
6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R)
6.30 Friends. (PG, R)
8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG, R)
11.00 Impractical Jokers. (M, R)
11.30 Entertainment Tonight. (R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)
6.00pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)
6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)
9.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.00 Two And A Half Men. (M, R) 12.00 South Park. (M, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)
6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)
6.30 Friends. (PG, R)
7.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)
8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.30 Two And A Half Men. (M, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R)
1.30 South Park. (MA15+, R)
6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R)
7.00 Friends. (PG, R)
8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (M, R) 9.30 Two And A Half Men. (M, R) 10.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG, R) 11.00 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (M, R)
5.50pm Alone. (PG, R)
7.05 Jeopardy! (R)
7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 A League Of Their Own: Mexican Road Trip. (M) 9.25 Secrets Of Penthouse. (MA15+) 10.15 Homeland. (MA15+, R) 1.20 Movie: The Operative. (2019) (MA15+, R)
3.00pm Cycling. National Road Championships. Men’s. Under 23. Road Race. 7.00 PBS NewsHour. 8.00 Impossible Engineering. (R) 8.55 The Black Dahlia. 9.40 The Voynich Manuscript. (PG, R) 10.25 Hudson & Rex. (M)
6.00pm Cycling. National Road Championships. U23 Women’s and Men’s Elite Road Race. 9.30 The Engineering That Built The World. (R)
10.30 WWE Legends. (M) 11.25 WWE Legends. (M) 12.20 Hoarders. (M, R) 1.05 The X-Files. (M, R) 2.00 The X-Files. (M, R)
5.50pm Alone. (PG, R)
7.05 Jeopardy! (R)
7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Forged In Fire. (PG) 10.10 The Weekly Football Wrap. 10.40 Everyone Else Burns. (M)
11.40 Am I Being Unreasonable? (M, R) 12.50 Bad Education. (M, R)
5.00pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 3. 10.00 New Tricks. (M, R) 11.10 Shakespeare And Hathaway. (M, R) 12.10 See No Evil. (MA15+, R) 1.10 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R) 1.40 Movie: The Hand Of Night. (1968) (M, R)
5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)
6.30 JAG. (PG, R)
7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 9.25 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M, R)
10.20 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M, R) 11.15 Bull. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R) 12.45 Home Shopping. (R) 1.15 Home Shopping. (R) 1.45 Home Shopping. (R)
6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R) 7.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.30 Two And A Half Men. (M, R) 10.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG, R) 11.00 Impractical Jokers. (M, R)
11.30 Entertainment Tonight. (R)
5.00pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 4. 10.00 Midsomer Murders. (M, R) 12.00 Queens Of Mystery. (M, R) 1.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R)
1.30 Movie: The Loves Of Joanna Godden. (1947) (PG, R)
5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)
6.30 JAG. (PG, R)
7.30 NCIS. (M, R)
8.30 NCIS. (M, R)
9.25 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M, R)
10.20 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M, R)
11.15 Bull. (M, R)
12.15 Home Shopping. (R)
12.45 Home Shopping. (R)
7.00 Friends. (PG, R)
8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)
Two And A Half Men. (M, R)
Shopping. (R) 6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R)
Rules Of Engagement. (PG, R) 11.00 Impractical Jokers. (PG, R) 11.30 Entertainment Tonight. (R)
5.50pm Alone. (PG, R)
7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 The UnXplained Mysteries Of The Universe. 9.20 Leguizamo Does America.
11.10 Adam Looking For Eve. (MA15+, R) 1.00 Hamilton’s Pharmacopeia. (MA15+, R)
5.50pm Alone. (PG,
5.00pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 5. 10.00 Poirot. (M, R) 12.10 London Kills. (M, R) 1.10 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R) 1.40 Movie: Holiday On The Buses. (1973) (PG, R)
JAG. (PG, R)
JAG. (PG, R)