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The Cannonvale Dawn Ceremony for ANZAC Day saw the best turn out in several years. Photo credit: Rachael Smith

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Editor’s Note

Hi Everyone, Life is a rollercoaster, and sometimes it can be a crazy ride.

Often, we have thrilling highs, but sadly there are times when we all have to endure significant lows.

This week our small team was rocked by the news that our much-loved Mackay Life Editor, Amanda Wright, has been diagnosed with Bowel Cancer.

You can read her own account which she has bravely decided to share in her Editor’s Note on the flip side of this paper.

As many of you will know, I was diagnosed with Bowel Cancer five years ago and this news has proven that lightning can indeed strike twice within a small team.

One in 10 people diagnosed with Bowel Cancer are under the age of 50, so if you are experiencing irregular bathroom behaviour, any unusual aches and pains, bleeding or discomfort please get it checked out.

Both Amanda and I experienced a period of time where we were told by our GP’s that it was “probably nothing” and we were “too young” for Bowel Cancer, only to find out we

had it.

If we had been diagnosed earlier, it would have been much less complicated. You are allowed to question your GP’s advice, be your own advocate and take your health into your own hands. This is a lesson we both learnt the hard way.

Changing pace now, I’d just like to say what an absolute honour it was to document the Anzac Day events this year.

The Dawn Ceremony at Cannonvale was incredible and to think over 50% of the Greater Airlie Beach Area population made their way down to the Cenotaph in the dark, to be greeted with such a crowd as the dawn broke through – it was a very humbling experience for everyone involved. We all missed Billy Rose, who sadly passed away earlier this year. His humour and character will always be remembered, and it was lovely to see his family place a wreath at the Airlie Beach Cenotaph in his honour.

Rach

“How can I be the best part of someone else’s day?” (Ben Crowe)

CUDDLE BUDDIES

When your child is injured or unwell and in need of immediate medical attention it can be distressing for both the parent and the little one who is trying to comprehend everything that is happening around them.

The bright lights of the hospital, the doctors and nurses rushing back and forth, and the often-long waits can be quite exhausting for young ones.

Fortunately, at our local regional hospitals we are blessed with deeply caring hospital staff and a friendly atmosphere which makes everything more bearable.

The situation is also made so much better when the Cuddle Buddies come out to play!

Hand-crafted by the talented social group participants at Whitsunday Leisure Activity Centre, these little cuddly toys

are donated to the hospital and then offered to little ones when they need it most.

“They are for the children that come into the Emergency Room, they get a little Cuddle Buddy that they can take home with them,” explained Jayne Milne, from Whitsunday Leisure Activity Centre.

“The staff hand them out at their own discretion to give kids some comfort.”

For the creators of these cuddly masterpieces, knowing they are appreciated by the young recipients is reward enough for their efforts.

The social group of crafty-crafters meets every Friday at the centre in Proserpine.

So far, 12-13 cuddlees have been made and they are all cuddly replicas of different animals.

Arborists

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 Cuddle Buddies are donated to Proserpine Hospital. Photo supplied

Gilmour Rocket ‘Safety Area’ Warning

BY PAUL GELLATLY

“Keep clear of the 35-tonne flamey thing in the sky,” is the admonition from Gilmour Space as it begins the complicated countdown to the launch of its Eris rocket from its launchpad just north of Bowen.

The Aussie larrikin but memorable phrase belies the enormous premium the spaceport venture start-up is placing on safety around the rocket’s launch path, which was described in detail by Gilmour Space representatives at a special meeting of the Bowen Chamber of Commerce on April 22.

The wine and cheese evening reciprocated the town business community’s keen interest in the project, with around 120 people - the largest audience yet hosted by the chamber at the Larrikin Hotel - filling out the function room.

Excitement is building for the launch as Gilmour Space navigates endless regulatory hurdles as it “dares to dream” on developing a sovereign aerospace capability Down Under. Gilmour Space co-founder James Gilmore told the audience that the pay-off, if the company’s efforts succeed, could be a considerable share of the demand for launch vehicles for the predicted 10,000 satellites needing to be hoisted aloft during the next 10 years.

“There are still a few government regulations and licences to be approved” before

launch, Mr Gilmour said, adding that he couldn’t as yet provide a precise launch date, as hopes for May 4 have been dashed. Satellites of all kinds could one day be launched from the Bowen Orbital Spaceport.

While Mr Gilmour said the plan was for the 23 metre, three-stage Eris rocket making low earth orbit of around 500km with about 11.25 orbits a day, he was careful to hose down expectations for the success of the initial launch. “Do you know how many aerospace companies have been successful on their first launch?” he asked. “Zero”.

With a potential mission failure back of mind, Gilmour Space has prioritised launch safety around the flight corridor, which leads in a northeastern direction from Bowen across the Coral Sea, and has committed to advising the community about the momentary disruption to land, sea and air movements as the rocket makes its bid for earth orbit.

Gilmour Space’s range safety officer Gavin Macaulay and launch site operations manager Adam Williams also introduced themselves to the audience.

Mr Williams said in an explosion of the rocket at launch, the blast would blow in car windows at 900m. If it reached altitude and exploded, the risks from debris were

high to land, air and sea traffic.

“On launch day, let’s just not be there,” he said.

Gilmour Space’s plan is for all traffic in the launch zone to be excluded 15 minutes before the launch, to 15 minutes afterward.

The Eris rocket has been erected in vertical position, allowing for all prelaunch checking bar the actual launch.

Once in orbit, the rocket will deploy a test ‘’payload”, which will remain in orbit for about 20 days before re-entering Earth’s

extended to sending up to five astronauts into space in a rocket launched from the Bowen space port facility by the end of this decade. “I’d like to go up myself,” he said before adding wistfully, “I’d also like

Bowen Chamber of Commerce chairman Bruce Hedditch with (from left) Gilmore Space’s range safety officer Gavin Macaulay, company co-founder James Gilmour and launch site operations manager Adam Williams. Photo credit: Paul Gellatly

Photo credit: Rachael Smith

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Marine Debris Artwork Exhibited At Mackay Arts Festival

From rubbish on the beach to stunning works of art, there are many waterway-themed submissions being collected by the Healthy Rivers to Reef Partnership for their upcoming Submerged in Our Region exhibition.

Bringing together the environment, science and the arts, the exhibition will launch on 25 July as part of the Mackay Festival of Arts.

Healthy Rivers to Reef Executive Officer, Jaime Newborn, said she was excited to see the diversity of exhibits being received as part of their community art competition.

“We have entries from school groups who are really making that connection between art and STEM, which is fantastic to see,” Mrs Newborn said.

“We also have paintings, sculptures, underwater audio recordings, and film.

“Entries remain open until June 7, so we encourage anyone with an interest to contact us – whether you are entering as an individual, or a school or community group, there are categories for all ages and a $1,000 art bursary up for grabs.”

She said a waterway theme could reflect a wide variety of views and ideas.

“In the Mackay, Whitsunday, and Isaac

region, we love our waterways. Whether you fish on the weekend, jog on the beach, or rely on our rivers and Reef to earn an income, waterways play a big part in our lives and our region’s liveability.”

One entry has homed in on the key issue of sustainability.

Environmental scientist and artist, Kerri Woodcock, has created a series of works using plastic marine debris and ‘recycled rubbish’ collected from local beaches, islands and coastlines.

“These works are as meaningful as they are beautiful –many thanks to our Partner, Eco Barge Clean Seas, for loaning them to our exhibition,” Mrs Newborn said. Libby Edge, founder of Eco Barge Clean Seas Inc, is delighted to see these artworks travel for such a great cause.

“Kerri’s pieces are real eye-openers about marine debris,” Libby said.

team of volunteers has been a true gift. Each piece, crafted from plastic trash found during Kerri’s beach walks, powerfully highlights the local and global impact of plastic pollution on our marine environment.”

Visit www.healthyriverstoreef.org.au for more or follow on Facebook.

Freedom Of Entry Parade

Close to 150 uniformed soldiers of the 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment (3CER) will be involved in a parade along the main street of Airlie Beach next Saturday and the whole community is invited to come and watch the spectacle.

The Freedom of Entry Parade will begin at Broadwater Avenue Carpark and continue along the Airlie Beach main street. The 3CER were bestowed Freedom To The City in November 2017 to acknowledge their invaluable assistance following Tropical Cyclone Debbie.

As part of the event, Mayor Ry Collins will conduct a Mayoral address to 3CER and community members.

There will also be a vehicle display and a performance from the RAR band.

In addition, the Airlie Beach Saturday markets will still be on, with the variety of stalls there is something for everyone. This event is being supported by the Whitsunday Regional Council, road and carpark closure information can be found on their website.

WHAT: Freedom of Entry Parade WHERE: Airlie Beach WHEN: Saturday 12th May HOW: Free to the community

DATE:

16th May 2024

TIME: 5pm to 7pm LOCATION:

Mantra Club Croc, Cannonvale registrations:

3 May 2024 - register online at yoursay.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au free business networking event

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Award Winning Festival Gives Back

This week the award-winning Airlie Beach Festival of Music announced that proceeds of any fundraising during the popular four-day event will go straight to vital local charity RACQ CQ Rescue.

Every year the Airlie Beach Festival of Music choose a charity to donate to, last year was the Tiny Homes Project and this year it will be our local rescue chopper.

Festival Founder Gavin (Butto) Butlin said, “If you’re going to support a charity, it’s got to be the CQ Rescue - everyone knows someone who has needed the rescue helicopter, they do such a great job in the region.”

RACQ CQ Rescue spokesperson, Tegan Philpott, said they are ecstatic to hear that the Airlie Beach Festival of Music is donating to the charity this year. She said that the combination of donations will all help fund future rescue missions for this invaluable local service.

It costs RACQ CQ Rescue $11,500 an hour to fly and they perform rescues regularly to the Whitsundays.

Tegan shared that in the first quarter of this year 35 per cent of their rescues had been to the Whitsundays.

of RACQ CQ Rescue. Photo credit: Daniel Heggie

“The likes of Bowen saw us in the skies 19 times, we went to Proserpine 27 times, we were also involved in a search and rescue at Woodwark for those young children who were missing for some time,” said Tegan.

“We’ve also been to the Islands nine times, and out to Collinsville 16 times.”

Funds are raised during the Airlie Beach Festival of Music weekend through charitable initiatives such as the selling of raffle tickets, and also the highlight giveaway – a guitar signed by the festival’s headlining act.

Butto said the signed guitar sold for $6000 last year and with this year’s main act being the UK band ‘Sweet’, he expects a lot of interest.

Healthy Rivers to Reef Partnership team members Rebekah Smith and Cinzia Cattaneo, with artworks by Kerri Woodcock (foreground) and Art of Thongs by David Day. Photo supplied

Organisers of the Airlie Beach Festival of Music with a representative

word on the street

DO YOU THINK AIRLIE FORESHORE BEACH IS BETTER IN ITS NATURAL STATE OR WOULD YOU RATHER WE HAD AN ENHANCED FEATURE BEACH?

Pau Roig

You know when I actually think it just depends on the tide, because when it’s high tide the rocks and these areas are not that visible so, as you see it now, I think it looks nice. But when the tide is low, you can see some rocks on the bottom so it’s not as pleasant to see. I think that it’s looking good as it is now.

Mark Sznicer

Isn’t that other beach? (Boathaven Beach) That’s imported, isn’t it? Well, it depends on what tide it is, doesn’t it? I mean, I’ve been here 12 months now and low tide looks not nice. But high tide, it’s picturesque isn’t it. I don’t think we should change it. No.

Irene Alferez

Well, I think that should be like that, natural things are always better I think in my experience. So, I will keep it like that. Keep it the same yeah.

Rodney Firmer

Leave it the same, don’t touch it. Because it is what it is if you want to see really pure white sand go out to the reef. That’s where it is. There’s plenty of spots in Australia to see white sand if you want to go and see white sand. This is what Airlie Beach is. I’m only a tourist but I guess if I come in and see white sand I’ll go that’s nice. But if this is the natural sand, leave it.

Ciaran Griffin

Left as it is I suppose, surfed away. Let it naturally be. Looks perfect the way it is to me. I haven’t seen it with the tide out just the way it is now. Generally, with those things the way it is, is actually generally best. So, yeah, that’d be my take on it.

Jo Driver

I’m not really one to sit on the beach anyway. But I mean, how much of the sand are they thinking of bringing? Like a whole lot? Nah leave it. Leave it as it is. It is what it is. And the added expense I don’t think it’s necessary, so I think it’s perfectly fine as it is.

Tori McFaul

Man Falls To Death At Proserpine Wind Farm

Aman in his thirties, who fell more than 20 metres from a meteorological mast at Proserpine Wind Farm on Thursday has sadly succumbed to his injuries.

It is understood the accident involved a contractor who attended the work site and investigations are still ongoing as to the cause of the accident.

A spokesperson from Proserpine Wind Farm said they are shocked and saddened by the death.

“Staff remain on site working with authorities and supporting family and colleagues,” said the spokesperson.

“Our thoughts and condolences are with the contractor’s family at this very difficult time.

“The safety and wellbeing of employees, contractors, and the broader community is always the project’s primary concern.

“All operations have been suspended until we can ensure ongoing safety on site.”

Yellow Crazy Ants: “We’re On The Menu!”

The Whitsunday region currently has five known infestations of Yellow Crazy Ants and effective measures are being taken by Council to keep these pesty protein-loving pests under control.

Known to swarm en-masse, these orange-coloured ants are slightly smaller than the common green ant, but a lot more formidable.

I’m actually not from here. I’m just traveling. So I haven’t seen it at low tide. But I can see just looking at it, that the sand does seem like there’s just a lot of like rubble in it. I feel like if it has to do with comfort and it benefits and it doesn’t deteriorate the environment, then I don’t see any harm in doing so.

Scott Hardy, Manager Natural Resource Management and Climate for Whitsunday Regional Council said Yellow Crazy Ants are known to have eaten anything that moves – from other ants to frogs, lizards and potentially even us.

“We’re on the menu!” said Scott jokingly.

The five infestations are located in Hamilton Island, Woodwark, Mandalay, Funnel Bay and Shute Harbour, covering a total of 58 hectares.

The first site was discovered in 2019 at Shute Harbour, but with dedicated eradication efforts, 80 per cent of the ant popu-

lation has been eliminated.

Last month, Council used drones to drop baits across all areas, this new method promising to tackle previously unreachable nests.

It is believed the Yellow Crazy Ants are arriving in our region in large trucks transporting building supplies.

They are likely coming from Townsville where there is an infestation that stretches over 2000 hectares.

Council have put out the following advice to local residents:

1: If you are constructing a new home, ask your builder whether they’ve had the building materials checked for Yellow Crazy Ants.

2: If you are getting your property sprayed by a pest contractor, make sure they inspect for the presence of Yellow Crazy Ants.

3: If you see an unusual orange ant, slightly smaller than a green ant, please report to Council to get it identified.

Bendigo Community Bank

Sponsorship Applications And Community Trailer Bookings Now Open

Bendigo Community Bank Cannonvale-Proserpine now welcomes sponsorship applications for the 2024-25 financial year from Whitsunday not-for-profit community organisations.

“At Bendigo Bank, our customers and the Whitsundays community always win. Our success is based on our profit-with-a-purpose model which sees around 50% of the profits generated by our independently owned and operated Community Bank branch invested back into the community” said Community Bank Cannonvale-Proserpine Chairman Mark Henry.

The Community Bank Cannonvale-Proserpine opened in June 2012 with the support of local shareholders who saw the value of the Community Bank model and raised $800,000 locally to establish a branch in the Whitsundays.

Over the past eight years Bendigo Community Bank Cannonvale-Proserpine has invested just over $201,500 into local schools, social programs, sporting groups, arts and culture events, conservation initiatives, and community prizes.

Already this year, the Branch has sponsored the Great Barrier Reef Festival and art exhibition, Proserpine Scouts, Whitsunday AFL, Whitsunday United Football Club, Whitsunday Outrigger Regatta just to name a few!

Most weekends Whitsunday locals will also see the Branch’s Community Trailer out and about at sporting and community events.

The Branch’s fully equipped BBQ trailer is available to local sporting and community groups

for events. The Community Trailer includes a BBQ with gas bottles, cooking utensils, four marquees, tables, chairs, signage, and a portable PA system.

The sponsorship application process is highly competitive and strict terms and conditions apply.

Applications are usually notified within 2-6 weeks of submitting.

“Our ability to invest in the local community is due to our Branch team for delivering consistently high-quality customer service, our shareholders for backing the Whitsundays community, and all the passionate local Directors past and present for their hard work and dedication,” said Mark.

For sponsorship application forms and Community Trailer booking forms, please visit the Branch’s Facebook (@ communitybankcannonvaleproserpine) or email the Branch’s Board Secretariat on secretary@whitsundaycel. com.au

Council News and Views With Mayor Ry

Marking my first Anzac Day as Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor was a memorable one starting with a poignant Dawn service in Bowen, where I had the honour of laying a wreath with other dignitaries and members of the community.

The spirit of community and remembrance carried on to Airlie Beach, where I saluted the march down Main Street and together with Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox and Councillors Jan Clifford and Clay Bauman, we laid a wreath at Remembrance Rock.

The day continued with the Proserpine march where I spoke at the cenotaph service about the sacrifices of our service people, including two local heroes, Private William Joseph Fry and Warrant officer Charles Faust from Proserpine, who lost their lives in their duty.

It was inspiring to witness such a great turnout from our community, service people, and especially our youth, who we entrust to carry forward the ANZAC legacy. It was a day of reflection, pride, and community spirit.

At the April Ordinary Meeting in Proserpine last week, Councillors approved a donation to the Bowen Probus Club for bus hire to transport their members to the five morning melodies sessions at the PEC in 2024.

“The Proserpine Entertainment Centre is Our Whitsunday’s regional facility to showcase the performing arts and worldclass entertainment for residents and visitors so it is important that Council endeavours to ensure our community can access the facility.

“The Bowen Probus Club is a not-forprofit community group that has an average membership age of 84 so it is vitally

important that we connect with our elderly residents to improve their liveability,” Mayor Ry said.

“Many of our elderly face mobility challenges so this donation ensures the Bowen Probus Members can utilise a wheelchair friendly bus so they can enjoy the popular Morning Melodies shows at the PEC.” Deputy Mayor and Division 4 Councillor Michelle Wright was all smiles after all Councillors voted to approve $20,000 inkind sponsorship for the 2024 Don River Dash on September 6-8.

“The Don River Dash is a unique event which boasts motorbikes and buggies racing in the rugged terrain of the dry riverbed of the Don River providing a weekend of high-speed action.

“Council have been proud to support the event since it started in 2019 as it grows to become one of the premier offroad racing events in the country attracting world class drivers and riders.

“The Bowen Offroaders club should be congratulated for organising the event and they were rewarded for their efforts when the 2022 Don River Dash won the 2022 Motorcycling Queensland Event of the Year,” Cr Wright said.

Whitsunday Regional Council is currently expanding the Kelsey Creek landfill with a new cell that will increase our capacity by up to five years.

While we work on this important project, some temporary changes to our waste services are necessary and as a result heavier commercial and industrial waste will be redirected to the Bowen landfill.

We will continue to accept all recyclable materials at the Kelsey Creek facility. By embracing practices of reduce, reuse, and recycle, we can all help extend the life of our landfill, keeping our community clean and sustainable for the future.

Bendigo Community Bank Cannonvale-Proserpine sponsors countless community events and everyone is welcome to apply. Photo supplied

Get ready to elevate your business!

Join us for an exciting half-day event that promises to be a game-changer for your business.

The Whitsunday Business Conference, hosted by the Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry, will be exploring innovative business insights, and providing immersive opportunities with local business leaders and experts.

Mark your calendars for Thursday, 16 May, 1:00pm-4:30pm at the Mantra Club Croc, Cannonvale.

Why you can’t miss it!

The event is the first of its kind – be part of the inaugural business conference that’s all about growth, innovation, and community.

Engage and connect with local business owners and service providers in an atmosphere that will be brimming with ideas and opportunity.

What’s on the agenda?

• Overcome Your Pain Points: Discuss the hot-button issues that matter to you and your business in a solution-focused environment.

• Supercharge your People Power: Discover strategies to harness the full potential of your workforce, from the next generation through to the more experienced.

• Don’t tell me it can’t be done: Hear success stories from businesses that turned ‘impossible’ into ‘I’m possible’.

• Shape the Future: Voice your ideas on the 2025 conference.

Stellar speaker lineup

Prepare to be inspired by our guest speakers, including Amanda Anderson (Bendigo Community Bank), Georgia Lavers (Greater Whitsundays Alliance), Kristian Mulholland (Tassal Proserpine Prawn Farm), Andrew Paranomos (McDonald’s Restaurants), Brian Ward (My Pathway), and Julia Wheway (TAFE Queensland) who will share their experiences and insights.

Networking extravaganza

The conference crescendos into a meet and greet event at 5pm, hosted by the Whitsunday Regional Council. Meet the Queensland Small Business Commissioner and delve into the heart of small business dynamics in our region.

Looking ahead

This is just the beginning! We’re already gearing up for a full-day program and business expo in 2025. A huge shout-out to our major sponsors and supporters who are making this possible.

Book your tickets now!

• WHEN: Thursday, 16 May 2024, 1:00pm-4:30pm

• WHERE: Mantra Club Croc, Cannonvale

• Enjoy light refreshments and afternoon tea. Complimentary for Chamber members, special rates for allied associations, and $25 for the future changemakers (non-members).

• HOW: https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/ events/2024-conference/

Don’t miss this opportunity to ignite your business and connect with the heartbeat of the Whitsundays business community.

We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting event.

Time and date: 1:00pm-4:30pm Thursday 16 May 2024 then 5pm-7pm Queensland Small Business Commissioner event

Refreshments: Light refreshments on arrival and afternoon tea included.

Location: Mantra Club Croc, Cannonvale

Free tickets for Chamber members, discounted tickets for allied organisations, and $25 for non-members. Visit www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/2024-conference

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Free Bushfire Resilience Training

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

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

• Proserpine – 26 May & 4 August

• Collinsville – 9 June

• Cannonvale – 23 June

• Bowen – 7 July

Council also invites eligible landholders to develop FREE Property Bushfire Plans in collaboration with Council.

To find out more and register your interest, visit Your Say Whitsunday.

Freedom of Entry Parade

On Saturday 11 May 2024

hundreds of uniformed soldiers from the 3CER Townsville will march through Airlie Beach Main Street for the granting of the Freedom of Entry.

The following sections of roads will be temporarily closed from 6.00am until approximately 10.30am:

Broadwater Avenue (Cnr Mazlin Street to cnr Main Street) and Airlie Beach Main Street

Main Street and Airlie Esplanade. Coconut Grove (roundabout and road) will remain open, however, it is recommended for vehicles to avoid this area from 9:40am to 10:00am as the parade moves through.

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

Roads will open progressively as the parade proceeds.

Visit Council’s website or Facebook page for details.

may 2024

A NEW CHAPTER UNDERWAY: SWEARING IN CEREMONY MAKES IT OFFICIAL

Whitsunday Regional Council’s new Mayor and Councillors were sworn in at a special ceremony held at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre on Thursday 11th April.

The ceremony, facilitated by CEO Warren Bunker, saw new Mayor Ry Collins sworn in and receive his Declaration of Office before his fellow Councillors followed suit. They included uncontested

national reconciliation week 2024

National Reconciliation Week (27 May - 3 June) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.

The community is invited to a special flag raising ceremony at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre on Monday 27th May as an official start to Reconciliation Week.

To recognise the importance of this week, Whitsunday Regional Council is holding an event at the Airlie Beach Foreshore from 5pm on Friday 31 May. Experience a warm Welcome to Country, Smoking Ceremony and traditional dance performances followed by a screening of ‘The Last Daughter’.

Also on 31 May, the Saltwater Arts Collective is hosting the Reconciliation Week Twilight Markets to be held from 4pm to 10pm at Hansen Park, Bowen. This free event will showcase traditional cultural arts and customs such as Welcome to Country, Smoking Ceremony and traditional dance.

Keep an eye on Council’s webiste or Facebook page for further details.

Councillors Jan Clifford (Div 1), John Collins (Div 2), Michelle Wright (Div 4) and Gary Simpson (Div 5), returning Councillor Clay Bauman (Div 2) and new Councillor for Division 6, John Finlay.

Family and friends congratulated the new council and celebrated with morning tea before moving to the Proserpine Council Chambers for the post-election meeting. At this meeting the role of

Deputy Mayor was appointed with Councillor Michelle Wright nominated by Councillor John Collins and seconded by Councillor Gary Simpson.

Councillor Wright accepted this nomination and the vote among councillors was unanimous.

An Ordinary Council Meeting has since been held on Wednesday 24 April where council was able to attend to the regular business of Council put before them.

Mayor Ry Collins has said that his key priorites initially are engaging with all levels of government to address the road flooding issues at Hamilton Plains and Goorganga Plains which cause chaos for residents, visitors and our mining, agriculture, and tourism sectors.

“I want to increase investment in regional economic development funded by Council’s commercial activities and improved performances measures which

will ensure we attract new investments that will create jobs for locals,” Mayor Collins said.

“We’ll develop an Advocacy Plan to maximise funding avenues from the Federal and State Governments.”

“Beyond those initial priorities I I am focused on driving positive change, addressing community needs, and creating opportunities for growth and prosperity across the Whitsunday region.

“I commit to working closely with our key industries to diversify, creating new business opportunities and more local jobs, and promote innovation in energy, waste, and water management to enhance our region’s sustainability.”

The next Ordinary Meeting of Council will be held on Wednesday 29 May at the Bowen Council Chambers and will be available to view via livestream.

FIRST ORDINARY MEETING SHOWS SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY & MAJOR EVENTS

A range of community and major regional events were given sponsorship or donations at the first Ordinary Council Meeting of the new term.

A total of $5000 in cash and in-kind support has been award to Whitsunday Dirt Riders Club to assist them with holding the 2024 Australian Senior Dirt Track Titles in July.

Cr John Collins said there will be 150 riders and their families coming the Whitsunday region for this event.

“It will be sensational not just for Proserpine but for the whole region.”

Speaking on the sponsorships to the Don River Dash and the Bowen River Rodeo and Campdraft, Deputy Mayor Michelle Wright said these events have gone from strength to strength each year and its important we support them.

“The success of these events is evident through the amount of people that come to the region. People stay, play and enjoy all the things the Whitsundays has to offer.”

Sponsorship of $20,000 has also been awarded to Skate Australia for the Skateboarding Bowl Event, Rumble on the Reef, to be held at the Cannonvale Skate Bowl in July this year.

DONATION GIVES CULTURAL CONNECTION BOOST TO BOWEN PROBUS CLUB

Mayor Ry Collins said Council is proud to donate $3750 to the Bowen Probus club to transport their members to the Proserpine Entertainment Centre to watch the popular Morning Melodies events througout the year.

“The club is a not-for-profit organisation with an average member age of 84 years,” Mayor Collins said.

“The club often facilitates outings for its elderly members which at times proves difficult due to mobility challenges.

“It’s important our elderly citizens are connected with their community and able to participate in cultural activities, so by providing this funding, they can utilise a wheelchair friendly bus to safely travel to see the performances.”

Visit the event calendar on our website to see what community events are coming up!

Get Your Driver Reviver At Bowen’s Big Mango

New signs have been installed on the Bruce Highway, north and south of the Big Mango, announcing that the Bowen Visitor Information Centre next to the Big Mango is now a Driver Reviver location.

The friendly staff and volunteers at the Visitor Information Centre are thrilled to be able to offer travellers a free tea or coffee and welcome the official title of a Driver Reviver location.

Manager of Bowen Tourism and Business, Leanne Abernethy said the team at the information centre had provided free tea and coffee in the past, but it was good to be officially recognised as a Driver Reviver location.

“Providing this free service is all about safety on our roads,” she said.

“We encourage people to take a break, especially when travelling long distances.”

Before the Visitor Information Centre became a Driver Reviver location, an alternative was previously located at the Mount Gordon Rest Area, across the road from the Big Mango.

The Bowen Visitor Information Centre welcomes more than 45,000 visitors per year, so changing the location to the more frequently visited attraction is more suitable.

Driver Reviver is a national program that has been operating since 1989.

The program is run by volunteers that give up their time to promote road safety and help reduce the road toll.

The aim of Driver Reviver is to provide opportunities for local communities to contribute to addressing fatigue related road trauma.

Are You Living A Meaningful Life?

This was the question posed at an invigorating event held by the inspirational people and culture specialists at Shiift last week.

Part of their Thriive series, which invites women of all ages and professions to gather to share information, support and stories, the event was another insightful exploration into our lives.

Interestingly, statistics show that it is people who serve others who are leading the most meaningful lives, the act of selfless service proving most rewarding.

On the night, the group of women were asked what local jobs/roles might be the most meaningful and a lively debate ensued.

It was widely acknowledged that tourism and hospitality roles are meaningful, as

well as the agriculture industry with farmers experiencing the humble yet fulfilling role of providing people with fresh food. In addition, the emergency services roles were flagged, especially in our disaster prone region.

The conversational topic did, however, lead participants to consider that people can find meaning in almost any position as long as they are engaged, care about their role and work in a positive culture.

The group also discovered there are four key foundations of meaning.

A sense of belonging lies at the core, the feeling of being understood, recognised and affirmed.

A feeling of purpose and creating longterm goals that reflect our values and serve

the greater good, also infuse activities with more meaning.

Our purpose is our unique contribution to the world – what is yours?

Ask yourself – “how can I be the best part of someone else’s day?” (Ben Crowe)

Storytelling was another key component with the group asked how they choose to narrate their own story.

Finally, the idea of transcendence was explored, with participants asked if they had ever felt a connection to something deeper.

Beat The Winter Blues With Tourism Whitsundays

Tourism Whitsundays are currently preparing their marketing strategy for the upcoming winter.

Marketing Manager Laura Knipe gives us an overview of what is up and coming, inviting visitors from the southern states to escape their cool winters.

As winter slowly begins to envelop the southern states and our friends from down south start planning their great escape from the cold, this means travel planning all over Australia is in full swing.

Simultaneously, the Tourism Whitsundays marketing team has ramped

up efforts to bring our beautiful region to the forefront of the minds of these sun-seeking Aussies.

We are currently in the second burst of our national campaign and have two more campaigns on the horizon.

To encourage Aussies to sail The Whitsundays this winter (arguably the most beautiful time of year), we are flipping the concept of ‘Winter Blues’ on its head, inviting them to experience our iconic shades of blue.

In addition, as Whitsundays locals, we all know and love bareboating, but for many Australians, this is a foreign con-

cept.

This led us to launching a bareboating awareness campaign, to introduce Aus tralians to the magic of exploring on your own private boat.

All this planning for winter has me looking forward to another beautiful season in The Whitsundays. Do me a favour and pop ‘Book a tour and get out on the water’ on your todo list this winter – you won’t regret it.

Contributed with thanks to Laura Knipe (Marketing Manager)

Overall, a deeply meaningful experience was had by all.

WHAT: Thriive

WHEN: Next event Thursday 23rd May

WHERE: Suite 1, 15 Carlo Drive MEMBERSHIP: Call 07 4858 1363

New signs have been erected on the Bruce Highway, north and south of the Big Mango.

Bowen Tourism and Business volunteer Steve Fisher enjoys welcoming visitors to Bowen and providing free tea and coffee to travellers. Photos supplied

Alita De Brincat, Judy Porter and Kylie Forgione. Photo credit: Rachael Smith

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INDUSTRY&TRADE

Meet And Mingle With Reef Catchments

The Reef Catchments team hosted their annual Meet and Mingle morning at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre earlier this week, the event bringing together over 40 staff, board members, stakeholders and partners from the community.

Robert Congoo, Project Officer Traditional Engagement conducted a Welcome to Country smoking ceremony with Reef Catchments CEO, Katrina Dent and Chair, Julie Boyd also present on the day.

“It is important to develop strong relationships with our stakeholders and the community,” explained Reef Catchments Senior Communications and Media Office, Leonie Cridland.

“It was wonderful to bring everyone to-

gether to meet each other and to thank them.”

As a regional organisation Reef Catchments works closely with community groups, government agencies, local businesses, Traditional Owners and other community members to implement a range of activities aimed at sustaining, protecting and improving the local environment.

The event brought together this network of community groups and individuals to celebrate achievements, share ideas and look forward to the upcoming year.

Celebrating their 21st year, Reef Catchments were able to use this event to enjoy some birthday festivities, reflect on progress and changes that have occurred over the years.

Photo credit: Daniel Heggie

Hospital.

She praised the work of the rural hospital’s doctors and theatre staff who were called in for her subsequent surgery.

“Hayley was all over the emergency response and stayed by my side throughout,” Fiona said.

“After surgery the follow up we received from midwives, doctors, anaesthetists and nurses was great and we really appreciated the support

“We are incredibly lucky to have such a talented team in such a small rural hospital. We are truly grateful for everything everyone did.”

Fiona was induced on April 7, but her newborn son did not arrive until 8.56pm, two days later, weighing 3660 grams.

Fiona and partner Andrew are extremely grateful for the wonderful care and support they have received from the maternity team at Proser-

care and coming in when off shift to check on my progress.”

The Proserpine Hospital delivers 260 babies a year and is one of 22 hospitals in Queensland that holds a Baby Friendly accreditation.

This is a world-recognised achievement and recognises that Proserpine meets high standards set down by the United Nations Children’s Fund and the World Health Organisation.

Atticus Nooren. Photo supplied.

Adining experience at

The Belvedere transports you to a world of yesteryear, where the flavours are complex and delicate, invigorating and sublime. Each mouthful is an experience, and with the introduction of their new wine pairing menu, each dish is complemented with a specially matched wine.

Available with the signature eight-course degustation menu, the wine-pairing option adds a different dimension to your dining experience.

Set to the backdrop of the stunning Coral Sea within the terracotta charm of Toscana Resort atop the hillside of Airlie Beach, The Belvedere takes you to the Mediterranean with its inspired cuisine and indulgent atmosphere.

Priding itself on making many exquisite dishes with delicious, locally sourced produce The

Belvedere offers genuinely rich and quality ingredients that only adds to the flavour. With the addition of the wine tasting and the seasonal produce, it’s a match made in heaven.

The Belvedere’s fresh seasonal menu has just been updated with this season’s new produce and, Owner Emma Thorpe, is excited to invite you to explore this journey of taste and flavour, where local produce shines and delicious wines reign supreme.

The wine pairing menu includes six wines all paired with different dishes from the menu. Diners begin the gastronomical adventure with an Italian Prosecco used as a pallet cleanser which also pairs beautifully with the house baked focaccia starter.

Guests then move onto the stuffed fig course with Gorgonzola and prosciutto which is paired with a sweet Resiling from South Australia to comple-

ment the salty prosciutto.

The next course is then our new best seller, the char-grilled Octopus from Western Australia. Mixed in a fresh tartare with Bowen tomatoes, capers, capsicum and served with crunchy casava crackers, this dish is paired perfectly with the gorgeous dry French Rose from Saint Max Provence.

Up next is the home-made Italian style meatballs with Neapolitan sauce which is served with our Cabernet Sauvignon from a standout winery of South Australia’s Langhorne Creek, full of black fruits and violet aromatics.

Arriving at the main dishes; the beetroot and feta salad with walnuts and rocket, truffled potatoes with grana Padano cheese and sweet and sour Brussel sprouts. (With optional Scotch Fillet Steak) paired with our house favourite, a medium bodied Grenache with

great colour and depth of flavour from Clare Valley, SA.

Finally, is our chocolate hazelnut semifreddo dessert which reminds Emma of Ben and Jerry’s cookie dough ice cream, paired with our Viogner dessert wine for that final sweet moment.

As much as possible, Belvedere sticks to Queensland produce and changes their menu seasonally and incorporate the new offerings grown by regional farmers.

In addition to the tasting menu and wine pairing, The Belvedere offer individual dishes and a broad range of wine from all over the world.

The Belvedere can also cater to different dietary requirements, by making little changes or substitutes to dishes, they can make dishes Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free or Dairy Free.

THURSDAY – MONDAY DINNER FROM 5.30PM SUNDAY LUNCH SPECIAL 12PM-3PM

Owner Emma Thorpe and The Belvedere’s stunning view. Photo credit: Daniel Heggie

Shhh . . . I Heard A Whisper It’s Mother’s Day!

At Whisper Gin Bar and Restaurant you know the friendly team will go above and beyond to make sure your Mother’s Day occasion is an event to be remembered.

With gold-star service, stunning views across Pioneer Bay and sensational cuisine, your Mother’s Day recipe for success has all the ingredients to put a smile on your face and a warm glow of love in your heart.

A serene and relaxed environment awaits as you are whisked away for an intimate meal with your loved ones, it’s time to create special memories and catch-up on life. This Mother’s Day, Whisper Bar does not need to be a secret, let’s let everyone discover this hidden gem awaiting atop Mirage Whitsundays.

Pure luxury at an affordable price, the afternoon kicks-off at 12pm and customers will enjoy two hours of indulgence.

This delicious share plate style dining includes five extravagant courses for just $79 for the food and alcohol package or $49 for the food and soft drink package.

Diners can expect a Raw King Salmon entre, followed by a whirlwind of delicacies which include the Shallot Soy Crispy Chicken, Pork Satay, Crispy Softshell Crab, exotic salads and sumptuous side dishes.

There will be live music on the day and guests who book before May 7 will receive a 10% discount.

If you are looking for somewhere to spoil your mum, or if you are a mum and want to book your own special day, then make sure you reserve a table at Whisper Gin Bar and Restaurant.

WHAT: Mother’s Day

WHERE: Whisper Gin Bar and Restaurant

WHEN: Sunday 12th May

BOOK: whisperginbar.com.au

This Mother’s Day our local restaurants have exceptional Mother’s Day food and drink specials that’ll make Mum feel loved and appreciated, just the way she should.

Belvedere

For Mother’s Day lunch at the Belvedere, Mum can sit back with her complementary glass of Prosecco and enjoy the relaxing tunes from Geoff and David Willis. The Live music runs alongside the lunch service 12pm – 3pm. The Belvedere remains open for its dinner service 5.30pm – 10pm. Enjoy the fabulous view and the amazing sunset with The Belvedere’s spectacular menu. Filled with fresh, local, and delicious dishes.

Eastwoods

If a menu full of South-East Asian flavours is catching your eye, Eastwoods Mother’s Day Banquet menu may be perfect for you. The banquet menu costs $75 per person and it includes a variety of delicious dishes. You are greeted with a pink passion spritz on your arrival and then get ready to indulge in fabulous food. Treat yourself with trout, beef salad, a prawn pad Thai plus sides. And then finish with a delicious orange semifreddo dessert. Bookings for

the banquet are welcomed but they are not required.

The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel

If Mum loves a dance, there’s nowhere better than The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel this Mother’s Day. ABBA tribute band will have everybody up on their feet and singing along as they perform ABBA masterpieces. Every table booking at lunch with more than two people get a complementary bottle of Innocent Bystander Rosé, so book in early. Alongside the Rosé and amazing tunes, The Pub have food specials that cannot be missed. A delicious, burrata, pea and prosciutto chicken tortellini could be waiting for you. The honey macadamia crumbed lamb and lemon and dill marinated salmon are also on offer.

The Rocks Restaurant & Bar

Treat Mum to an absolutely beautiful view this Mother’s Day at The Rocks Restaurant & Bar. With an unrestricted view of the ocean, the towering palm trees and the still waters, this really is a great place to treat Mum, it feels like a holiday. Serving up an à la carte lunch and dinner specially for Mother’s Day, Mum’s can enjoy fresh coastal cuisine, boutique wines and fancy cocktails while soaking in the extraordi-

nary views!

La Tabella

Located on the Airlie Beach esplanade is La Tabella. This Mother’s Day you can enjoy their specially selected Mother’s Day drinks and food specials whilst at the wonderful venue. Homemade pastas and other authentic Italian dishes are available and are to die for.

Reef Gateway

Start the day off right, with a buffet breakfast at Reef Gateway from 9am – 11am. Then the Reef Gateway have you covered

for the rest of the day too. Reserve a table for lunch or dinner and enjoy the delicious à la carte menu with all of your favourite dishes. Plus, Mum will get a complimentary drink on arrival after 10am

Jubilee Tavern

Celebrate Mum’s special day at the Jubilee Tavern by starting with a yummy buffet breakfast from 9am – 11am. Or, reserve a table for an à la carte lunch and dinner from 11am and going all day long. It is filled with all of your pub favourites and Mum will get a free drink on arrival.

coral sea resort | the rocks restaurant and bar

On..

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Exciting news! We're happy to present Cobus Klopper, our new head chef! With his culinary ability and enthusiasm for creating exceptional dining experiences, prepare to embark on a journey of delectable flavors and creative cuisine. Lots of changes are on the horizon! watch this space! for bookings: Open Table (the rocks restaurant & Bar)

GIG GUIDE

Friday 3 May

• The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Mat Stokes (7pm – 10pm)

• Grand View Hotel: Hannah Roberts (8pm -12am)

• Reef Gateway: Dave Johan (6pm –9pm)

• Jubilee Tavern: Paul Berger (6pm –9pm)

• KC’s: Ferg (from 8pm)

Saturday 4 May

• The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Rock Chick featuring Nat Allison (2pm –5.30pm)

• The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Mat Stokes (7pm – 10pm)

• Grand View Hotel: Star Wars DJ Night (8pm – 12am)

• Reef Gateway: Kieran McCarthy (from 6pm)

• KC’s: Chris Booroff (from 8pm)

Sunday 5 May

• The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Rock Chick featuring Nat Allison (2pm –5.30pm)

• The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Mat Stokes (6.30pm – 9.30pm)

• Grand View Hotel: Ash Smith (4pm – 8pm)

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

• KC’s: Josiah (from 8pm)

Monday 6 May

• The Belvedere: Eli Madhok (from 5.30pm)

• KC’s: Josiah (from 8pm)

Tuesday 7 May

• KC’s: Erin Reus (from 8pm)

Wednesday 8 May

• KC’s: Erin Reus (from 8pm)

Thursday 9 May

• The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Chris Booroff (6.30pm – 9.30pm)

• KC’s: Ferg (from 8pm)

Too good to make it ‘one night only’ the Whitsunday Leisure Activity Centre invite you to the Mad Hatters Garden Party which is back for the second year in a row.

Last years ‘one night only’ Christmas Light display was a huge success and the organisers wanted to recreate the magic.

Whitsunday Leisure Activity Centre (WLAC), participants, family, friends, community, and support crew are all invited to the ‘Mad Hatter’s Garden Party’ which is the brainchild of Nikolai and Georgi.

Georgi decided to open up her garden again for a daytime adventure this time, transforming her garden into an Alice in Wonderland adventure.

Guests will enjoy a lovely day in a wonderland adventure which will culminate with a decadent afternoon tea and entertainment provided by Peta Richards from Lola’s Bar and the judging of their ‘Mad As Hats’.

This adventure involves community, carers, friends and families, participants

and their support, community organisations, local businesses and politicians, in a hands-on community gathering with a difference and a common denominator to break the stigma of the way ageing and disability is perceived in society.

“The purpose is to break down the barriers, educate by observation and involvement in an enjoyable activity,” Jayne Milne, Chief Executive of Whitsunday Leisure Activity Centre.

“Barriers between Community Care and

their wider communities is a huge national problem, and the hope is that these types of activities though being a small step at local level may have wider spread results.”

The event is inclusive and celebrates everyone’s differences and bringing family and friends is encouraged.

Entrance to this private event is, without exception, that every person must wear a ‘Mad As Hats’ which is created by themselves!

25 Mini Roller Disco, PCYC from 10am

25 CQ Rescue Charity Golf Day, Proserpine Golf Club, from 9am 25 St Mary’s Bowen Family Fun Day, Location TBA, from 2pm 26 Jazz Event, Colonial Palms, from 3pm 31 Adults Social Skating, Rolldance Skate School, at Cannonvale State School Hall, from 5.30pm

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

Proserpine Entertainment Centre from 7.30pm

21 Sailability, Whitsunday Sailing Club, from 9am

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

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1 Mini Roller Disco, PCYC from 10am

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Returning to The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel after last year’s birthday success, is ‘Back To The 70’s & 80’s Band’ who took the crowd by storm and brought good cheer to all who attended.

This year The Pub is celebrating its 56th birthday and they’re hoping to replicate last year’s success, inviting the whole community to come along and celebrate once again.

It’s the second time at The Pub for highly-acclaimed ‘Back To The 70’s & 80’s Band’, and founder, performer and front man Alexander Hell said he is excited to bring the show back after it being so well received last year.

With a guitarist, a drummer and three performers, the band members change costumes over 20 times replicating a variety of different legendary musicians from yesteryear.

Audiences can expect parody acts from

the iconic eras, lots of laughs and firstclass entertainment.

The show is described as a comedy cabaret where audiences are given a vibrant and exciting rendition of some of their favourite songs, combined with fast-paced humour and flamboyant theatrical displays.

People are taken back to the 70’s and 80’s and treated to tunes from artists they love like ABBA, The Proclaimers, Tina Turner, Village People, Brian Ferry, Queen, Meatloaf, and some great disco tracks.

You’ll be laughing at all the references from the good to the bad, that came from the iconic era, from the leg warmers, spandex, fingerless gloves and of course that now legendary hair style.

“It’s all about the F word – fun!” Alexander shared.

The band pay homage to some of the biggest stars over the decades, they pay tribute to them with dress-ups and tongue-in-

cheek humour.

Alexander reminisces on the eras, saying he recalls the flair and the way mirror balls changed the way music was made.

“It’s iconic and it’s been lost these days.”

All ages are welcome, it’s time to show the younger crowd that there’s more to music than high-tech beats – it’s all about the rhythm.

Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind performance at The Pub.

WHAT: Back To The 70’s & 80’s plus special surprise guests

WHERE: The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel

WHEN: Friday 17 May from 7pm (Official Pub Birthday) and again Saturday 18 May from 2pm

TICKETS: No Cost! But booking a table is recommended

BOWEN S SUMMERGARDEN CINEMAS

“THE FALL GUY” (M) 126mins. Action/Comedy

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

FIRST OMEN” (MA) 120mins. Horror

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

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

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

The life and music of Amy Winehouse, through the journey of adolescence to adulthood and the creation of one of the best-selling albums of our time. Stars: Marisa Abela, Eddie Marsan, Jack O’Connell

“CIVIL WAR” (M) 110mins. Action/Adventure

A journey across a dystopian future America, following a team of military-embedded journalists as they race against time to reach DC before rebel factions descend upon the White House. Stars: Kirsten Dunst, Wagner Moura, Cailee Spaeny

Trivia Nights At Jubilee Tavern

Break up the work week with Jubilee Tavern’s Wednesday Trivia Night. There’s no better way to beat the mid-week blues than by challenging your general knowledge and enjoying some quality time with your mates.

After a busy day’s work, you can unwind, relax, enjoy the trivia night and perhaps order a tasty dinner from the on-site bistro.

The Jubilee Tavern has you covered. Enjoy a drink or order from Jubilee Tavern’s classic pub menu, including steaks, burgers, pizzas and schnitzels. Or order the Jubilee Tavern’s Wednesday evening food special.

With prizes to be won, laughs to be had and a great time, it’s the perfect evening.

Registering and team check-in is by 6:30 and booking a table is recommended.

What: Wednesday Trivia Night

Where: Jubilee Tavern

When: Every Wednesday, 6:30pm

- 1.00pm

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A young American woman is sent to Rome to begin a life of service to the church, but encounters a darkness that causes her to question her faith and uncovers a terrifying conspiracy that hopes to bring about the birth of evil incarnate. Stars: Nell Tiger Free, Ralph Ineson, Sonia Braga

When we think of Proserpine and agriculture, we think primarily of fields of sugar cane however primary industry has been varied since 1862 when Bode first selected land in the O’Connell area. Many small crops/livestock were commercially “grown” during the ensuing years - horse, sheep, beef and dairy cattle, coffee, tobacco, bananas, tomatoes, and citrus are just some of these. Tobacco was first grown in Kelsey Creek and Banana Pocket. Another area that was briefly mentioned in newspaper records was Strathdickie, an area of flat land farmed Japanese settlers.

Initially, Kelsey Creek developed as both a cane and tobacco growing area, the tobacco crop being mainly cigar leaf. In May 1920, a letter was received by a local grower at Silver Creek, Kelsey Creek, from a buyer in Sydney and Brisbane stating that the quality of the tobacco from this area was one of the best received from Queensland.

In earlier days, Kelsey Creek was a stopover on what was then the highway between Bowen and Mackay but even so, lack of a tramline was a disadvantage for farmers desiring to transport their crops. The farmers in the Banana Pocket area were also greatly disadvantaged as they had to cart their produce all the way into Proserpine because the rail link from the south on the North Coast Railway was deemed by the Government to be unnecessary at that time. Even a line to the cane siding would have benefited the settlers, as a portable line could be used the remainder of the journey of five miles.

On Lascelles’ property at Lethebrook, an old tobacco shed was located near the first school (Banana Pocket Provisional School) and became a favourite play spot for school children. It was also used for parties, Church Service and Sunday

School. Tobacco leaves still hung from the rafters for many years after the industry had folded.

On April 20 1920, “Proserpine Guardian” reported on the formation of the Bowen-Proserpine Tobacco Association. This group was only for tobacco growers, was non-political and was designed to look after the interests of members to help them obtain better value for their product.

Apart from transport problems, these early growers faced mixed fortunes. A hail storm in 1918 significantly impacted the Kelsey Creek crop. In 1921, the district crop was not as good as expected but a maize crop was established with about 40 bushels/ acre and this was some compensation for growers.

On February 6 1948, the “Proserpine Guardian” stated that there were reports of about nine growers in the district. The Blair Bros grew tobacco on their Gregory River property and harvested a variety called Nicotiana Rustica which they railed to Brisbane. This was a coarse tobacco which was unsuitable for smoking but carried a high nicotine content suitable for extraction and use in the manufacture of nicotina sulphate known as Black Leaf 40, an effective pesticide. In late January, they harvested 1 ton 18 cwt 2 qrs from one acre of their property, for which it is estimated they would receive 11d/lb or £180. Other growers included Mr A T Casey of the O’Connell River and Mr W T Richardson of CannonValley.

Tobacco as a crop requires skill, patience and constant care. Fertile soil and a good shed are essential. Unless it is properly housed, bulked and cured, the result is a dry tasteless weed. Suitable fittings, facilities for exclusion of bad weather, proper ventilation and admission of proper light are vital. These were all important considerations for early growers.

At the time, tobacco was considered “an excellent way to supplement the cane cheque.” Hats off to these early pioneers in diversification!

Story and photo courtesy Proserpine Historical Museum

Good Thyme To Plant Herbs!

If you are just starting on your plant growing journey or you just don’t have space for a backyard veggie garden, then herbs in a pot are a great way to start growing.

Herbs such as Rosemary and Sage that originated from the Mediterranean regions, enjoy tough growing conditions. Rosemary is a wellknown accompaniment for lamb and sage for chicken and peas. These herbs like to dry out between watering and don’t like being over fed (fertilised) as they are used to growing in poor, stony soil. So don’t over water your pot.

Fun fact: Banana Plants, that grow very well here in the Whitsundays (the photo attached is from my garden), are the biggest herbs in the world.

Hint For Growing Herbs In Pots:

noticed that your Sage and Rosemary are not too happy at the moment. That is due to the cool temperatures and the continual rain we have had of late, not giving the soil time to dry out. As much as our vegetable seedlings are loving it, these herbs are not. Cut off the dead growth and if you are really concerned you can cover the surrounding soil in a waterproof material to stop the rain from causing more plant die back until our Autumn/Winter starts behaving as it should (clear, blue skies!).

Tropical herbs such as Lemon Grass, Ginger and Turmeric are a completely different kettle of fish. These plants like rich, fertilised soil and like to be kept moist. As the name suggests, they grow very well here in the tropical Whitsundays, in fact once you get these plants established, you’ll be dividing them up, eating them and sharing them for the rest of your gardening life.

Add a couple of teaspoons of lime to your 200mm pot of potting mix before planting.

When planting your Mediterranean herbs, it can help to add coarse sand to your potting mix to improve drainage.

For those gardeners who are growing herbs in your garden, you may have

Not only do we enjoy herbs for cooking, but they are also grown and appreciated for medicinal purposes. Native Herbs have been used by Indigenous Australians to assist in all manner of health-related issues, having an intimate relationship with plants for thousands of years. We have so much to learn.

My Pick Of The Month

Wild Rosella (Hibiscus Sabdariifa)

Companion Planting

Producing a striking red flower, on a red stem, they grow happily within the veggie garden, reaching between 1.5 – 2m high and up to1m wide.

They are known to assist with blood pressure and to regulate blood sugar levels. Reported to assist with anxiety and support the nervous system. They make great jams, syrups, tea and can be added raw to salads.

They grow very happily here. They are a beautiful plant, easy to grow, with great health benefits, a must have.

Hints For Herbs In The Garden

• Do not pick more than 1/3 of a young herb plant at a time and no ore then ½ a mature plant.

• The more you pick the bushier they become, so snip away nightly.

• Don’t over fertilise your herbs, you’ll encourage leaf growth at the expense of their oil production. So, when applying sea sol to your veggies, skip over your herbs regularly.

We cannot talk herbs without talking companion planting, so here are a few ideas to try in your veggie garden now:

Nasturtiums

Great for planting with Kale, Broccoli, radish, cabbage and cauliflower

Basil

A must, to plant with your tomatoes but also with chilli’s, beans and chives

Mint

A good companion for all brassicas repelling cabbage caterpillars

Parsley and Rosemary

Go well with carrots, repelling some flies and attracting beneficial insects

Important Fact To Finish With

The dreaded Cabbage Moth is repelled by Rosemary, Oregano, Thyme, Sage and Dill

Herbs are yours and your veggie gardens best friends!

• Your herbs need at least 6 hours of sunlight a day, so the carport or under a tree may not be the best position for them.

Twilight Racing

Astrong fleet of 21 yachts participated in last Wednesday’s Whitsunday Sailing Club twilight race, conducted in an 18 knot south easterly breeze. Although the breeze was shifting in direction, the course selected by the race committee suited the majority of boats.

First away were Division 2, and while the fleet was jostling for position, a gap appeared that allowed Wide Load (Shannan Hart) to charge through to take the Doyle Sails sponsored best start prize. Once clear of the starting line, Bobby’s Girl (Mark Beale) held a slender lead over Black Jack (Michel Van Der Zwaard) and QMS Ponyo (John Galloway), with Smooth Criminal (Leo Rodriguez) also in the picture. By lap 2, Black Jack had hit the lead, while Smooth Criminal moved into 3rd place. Behind them, Reignition (Charles Wallis) and Houdini (Robert Meizer) swapped places several times before Reignition finally took control. After 3 laps, the posi-

tions had settled, with Black Jack winning comfortably by 2 minutes over Bobby’s Girl. On corrected time, Wide Load took the honours by 3 seconds over QMS Ponyo, with Black Jack a further 15 seconds back.

Division 3 saw Masquerade (Tom Vujasinovic) lead the fleet away before being overtaken by Good Vibes (Robert Holm). As the leader sprinted away, a three-way battle ensued between Masquerade, Rossgo (Greg Hammon) and Symbiosis (Anne Ross), with little to separate these three throughout the two lap race. Behind them, there was a steady gap back to Shiraz (John Cable), Riff Raff (Dan White) and Lighthorse (Di Forster). On corrected time, Symbiosis took the honours over Masquerade and Good Vibes.

Division 1 saw three trimarans competing, with G’nome (David Chittleborough) leading throughout. Frankie (Joanne Norbury) was second throughout the race,

while It’s All Good (Ric Burnup) completed the trio. The results were unchanged after handicaps were applied.

The Whitsunday Sailing Club twilight series continues every Wednesday with racing commencing at 4:30pm. Limited crewing positions may be available. Those wishing to participate as crew need to be at the club by 2:30pm (limited spots available). Full results are available at https://app.sailsys.com.au/club/85/profile?tab=results.

Contributed with thanks to Ross Chisholm.

Perfect Conditions For Warri Cup

The annual Warri Cup race, also known as the Chris Taylor Memorial race, was sailed in near perfect conditions on Sunday 14 April, with a strong fleet of 21 boats competing. The race course involved a 30 nautical mile race from Pioneer Bay around Langford Reef, which is located just to the south of Hayman Island. With the wind from the south-east, this allowed for a competitive but enjoyable race for all types of yachts. The fleet was split into 3 divisions, with the non-spinnaker division first away. 10 boats competed in this division, ranging from a 47foot cruiser, Mon Jouet, through to a 20-foot trailable yacht, Norbert G, with the majority of the fleet around 40 feet in length. The race out and back was largely uneventful, with the breeze hovering around 18 –20 knots, which encouraged many in the fleet to reduce sail by reefing. First home was Mon Jouet (Michael Butler), with Twister (Kevin Fogarty) and Riff Raff (Dan White) not far behind. It was great to see Symbiosis (Anne Ross) mixing it mid fleet as they got to learn about

competing in their first boat. Although the first boats home completed the course in three and a half hours, it took the last boats over 5 hours to complete the course. On corrected time, Riff Raff took the honours, with Norbert G (Ghigo Gasalini) second and Mon Jouet just 1 second back in third.

The spinnaker division started 5 minutes later with 5 regular WSC boats competing for bragging rights. While the wind was perfect for a fast spinnaker run, the direction made it unsuitable to fly a spinnaker, although Bobby’s Girl (Mark Beale) did have a brief attempt before abandoning the

idea. This meant that the boats were all on equal terms, with Smooth Criminal (Iyas Shaheen) first home, with Bobby’s Girl two minutes after. The corrected time results were the same as the line honours results, with Smooth Criminal first, Bobby’s Girl second and Reignition (Charles Wallis) third.

The multi hull division saw 5 boats on the starting line, however Endless Summer (Tony Mahood) retired soon after with equipment damage. The fastest boat around the course was G’nome (Terry Archer), with Incognito (Brent Ireland) second and It’s All Good (Rick Burnup) third. The smallest boat in the fleet, Malfunction (Mal Ward), completed the course with a few equipment issues, but managed to take the corrected time win by just 1 second over G’nome after almost 4 hours of racing.

Full results are available at https://app.sailsys.com.au/club/85/profile?tab=results.

Contributed with thanks to Ross Chisholm.

Annual Regatta For Outrigger Whitsunday

On Saturday May

4th and Sunday 5th

Airlie Beach will host one of the largest outrigger regattas in the North Queensland Zone. Some 300 competitors will be in town to race across a two day program.

Saturday will commence with the VA-A Moana Shute Harbour to Airlie Beach Marathon, an 18km OC6 event sponsored by Tassal Seafood.

This event is likely to challenge the fitness of all competitors. The first of the crews will leave Shute Harbour at 11am and are expected at the Lagoon Beach from 1.30pm onwards.

Sunday will be an action

packed program, conducted from the Lagoon Beach, commencing at 6.45am and running all day.

A significant highlight of the day will be the junior events commencing at 8.15am, with races including sprints and longer distances.

Junior presentations will take place on the beach at approximately 2.15pm. Spectators are encouraged to come along and enjoy the fun.

Food will be available on site and the racing is always exciting and entertaining.

Senior presentations will take place at Banjo’s Bar and Bistro commencing at 7pm and will include music and entertainment.

Cannonvale Cannons Annual Swim Carnival

SWIMMING

Over the weekend, 130 swimmers participated at the Cannonvale Cannons SC Transition Meet.

The 50 Cannons who competed had a very successful and fun weekend. All the coaching team – Mark Erickson, Ken Crittenden, Rylee Erickson, Jarrod Keys, Kate Thomson, and Shay Wilmot enjoyed watching all the Cannons race and were very impressed with the swimmers and their achievements.

The highlight of the carnival was the SKINS events. Swimmers were very excited to be selected for the SKINS and the chance to win cash prizes.

On Sunday morning, the Cannons celebrated the birthdays of Indi Smith, Addie Sanders, and Eloise Chegwidden with a very delicious cake.

There were so many fantastic achievements – swimmers who swam PBs, achieved A grade times, won ribbons/ ribbons or swimmers in the SKINS events.

Highlights: Don Algie (11 years) won 11 events and achieved a massive 61 second PB in his 400m IM. Jacob Bell (17 years) won 9 events and swam 11PBs. Eloise Chegwidden, Anisa Helou, Ehsan Helou, Tora Delac, Zach Trefz

and Jax Clayworth won most of their events and swam PBs throughout the meet. Harry Chegwidden (6 yrs), Miranda Palmero (7yrs), Holly Perrin (16yrs), Isabella Pisaniello (13yrs) and Jax Eaves (7 yrs) achieved top placings in all their events. Isabella swam the biggest PB which was 99.83 second in her 200m Backstroke. Declan Dichiera’s best swim was his 200m Freestyle which he swam in a time of 2.50.19 which was a 26.09 secomd PB. Charlie Doherty, Addie Sanders, Levi Smith, and Miller Eaves smashed all their events, swimming PBs in every event. One of Charlie’s best swims was his 200m Breaststroke which he won in a time of 3.30.32, a 17.44 second PB. Thomas Ganter swam massive PBs in his 200m Breaststroke(1st), 200m Backstroke (1st) , 400m Freestyle and 200m Freestyle (1st). Millie Groom (14 yrs) swam a brilliant 400m Freestyle in a time of 5.44.57 to earn 2nd place and a huge 33.49 second PB.

Congratulations to all the Cannons for a successful weekend of swimming! A big thank you to all the wonderful parents and volunteers. Contributed with thanks to Raylene Rasmussen.

Strong Start To The Season Junior Rugby League

Proserpine Whitsunday Junior Rugby League has started the season strong, showcasing remarkable skill and determination amongst their players. The club has already reached 300 registrations this year with a focus on creating a positive environment for everyone. The visiting team for the first home game, North Devils stated “the friendly people and welcoming environment left a positive impact; games played with good sportsmanship and in good spirit”.

The Under 6s played their first game for the season. With 25 kids registered this is a huge task for Coach, Zach Hoffman, and Manager, Ashlyn Valmadre. Luckily they were supported by plenty of willing volunteers to assist. All players travelled to Mackay for their second game; smiles were

Proserpine Whitsunday

Saturday witnessed Proserpine Whitsunday Rugby Men and Women converging in Moranbah for the MRU ANZAC Round, a day dedicated to honouring the ANZAC spirit. A testament to the unity within the rugby community as all MRU Clubs paid tribute together to the valiant soldiers who served their nations.

A challenge to head so far logistically, with a big thank you to sponsors Whitsunday Transit who transported all teams safely over the hill and back.

Raiders Women set the tone as the 1st game of the day facing Bowen Jennies in an intense encounter that culminated in a hard-fought draw at 17 all. Captain Maddy Spruce commended her team’s camaraderie and determination, emphasizing the growth of new players and their contributions to the squad’s cohesion.

Bree Mackay’s debuted as a Raiders Senior, marked by a stellar try in their subsequent match against Slade Point. Raiders Women showcased but fell short by a narrow margin 10-15. Despite the defeat, Coach Nathan Sainsbury noted the team’s steady progress, particularly in defensive

strategies and communication and connection on field.

Tries across the 2 games by Maddy Spruce, Deakoda Costello, Lily Sainsbury, Adeline Poid and Bree Mackay, conversion by Shirley Luke. Player Points = 3 Shirley Luke, 2 Jasmin Costello, 1 Lily Sainsbury.

Meanwhile, Raiders Men took on CityBok Barbarians in a spirited clash marked by outstanding displays of sportsmanship as fellow MRU Clubs and players assisted the Barbarians on field. Leading 19-5 at halftime, the Raiders maintained momentum to clinch a convincing 32-10 triumph.

Notable performances included Joel Hoffmann’s commanding presence at number 8, playing strong and making great decisions on field, Waikato Nepia-Katipa’s influential leadership continuing to play big minutes upfront, and Rhys Ward’s defensive prowess in the mid-field. Making their mark in the team were debuts by Harry Moore and Simi Namaralevu. Joel Hoffmann, Waikato Nepia-Katipa and Rhys Ward crossed in the first half,

Whitsunday Cup

TOUCH FOOTBALL

Tbeaming, laughs were heard and spectators have the beginning of their rugby league journey etched in their memories.

Whilst the Under 14 girls had a bye last weekend, they did have a great first win against Brothers. They were relentless in their attacking prowess, dominating possession and pressuring their opponents. The girls team will play their 2nd home game this Saturday May 4th.

International grades have emerged with some victories amongst them through precise passing, defence and asserting their authority. Other games unfolded leaving disappointment on the field, yet determination to improve and learn in training and games. The season has just begun!! Contributed with thanks Wendy Henshaw.

he Whitsunday Cup is an exciting opportunity for our local Association to welcome Touch Teams from far and wide to join us and “Play Touch In Paradise”.

Teams may nominate for five divisions and the Club is pleased with the early responses from throughout the state.

Nominations so far:

Mixed Open – seven teams First Prize

$2000.00

Aged Mixed - three teams First Prize

$2000

U12 Mixed - three teams

U14 Mixed - four teams

U17 Mixed - five teams

Keep up to date at whitsundaytouch.com. au, search “EVENTS”.

Round Ten Results

Mixed A

In the Crear 5 d G.E.T. 2

Vipers TBC d Raiders A TBC

Mixed B

Raiders B 8 d Stingers 5

Whitmonday Eagles 9 d Ray White 8

Flame Tree Flames 13 d Full Boar 2

Mixed C

Mighty Mustangs 8 d Shed N Homes 7

Untouchables 9 d Bulls 5

Mixed Juniors

Hamo Rent 5 d Raiders Purple 3

Raiders Blue 10 d Raiders Green 3

Contributed with thanks to Alita De Brincat.

Under 6 Brahmans team

Under 14 girls at first home game. Photos supplied

Whitsunday Raiders Rugby ANZAC Round

2 tries converted by Landy Bezombes. Second half tries by Luke Rae-Howard and Nepia-Katipa bagging his 2nd in the 78th minute. Player Points = 3 Rhys Ward, 2 Simi Namaralevu, 1 Luke Rae-Howard.

Reflecting on the match, Coach Rota acknowledged the challenges faced by some players due to limited training during the week which showed in the game but expressed satisfaction with the team’s collective effort in securing the win.

Raiders Men and Women enjoy a well-deserved rest this weekend, as attention shifts to the Mackay Stingers Representative Teams, where numerous Raiders were selected for higher honours in the CQ Championships held at Quarry Hill, Mackay Sat 4 - Mon 7 May.

Looking ahead, the Raiders will resume their campaign facing Mackay Brothers at Leprechaun Park, Mackay on May 11, kick-off 3:30pm.

Contributed with thanks to Karla Houston.

RUGBY LEAGUE

Whitsunday United Weekly Football Report

FOOTBALL

An almost perfect round for Whitsunday United FC with 9 or 10 teams winning on the weekend.

The Divisional men’s run of good form continues with Div 1 running out comfortable winners against Sarina. Goals to Cy Taylor, Aaron and an own goal gave them a 3-0 win but with the chances created it could have been more. Div 2 won a tight game as both teams battled it out. Two goals from James and one from Tim secured the 3 points.

The U13 Div1 played Magpies in Mackay. Charlie scored 4 goals and Eli G outstanding in defense, leading to a score of 4-2.

The Under-13 WUFC Prem won against the Dolphins 2-1. The entire team, demonstrated remarkable teamwork, and a special mention to Eli G who played 2 full matches!

U15 Div 1 came up against Lions Green side in an exciting game played in a fantastic spirit.

The first half was very even with Cody and Sarah scoring goals for WUFC. The

Lions also scored two goals to send the teams in at 2-2 at half time. The second half was a physical affair with Lions Dominant in possession and scoring 3 unanswered goals to finish the game with a 2-5 loss.

A well-deserved win for our u15 prem this week against Country United. They attacked confidently from the start and played with determination and heart throughout. A much-needed goal from Luka Miller in the second half found us the momentum we needed. Solid performances from Logan Burke and Byron Goodin in defence kept the final score to 2-1.

The Women’s U23 side cemented their place at the summit of the table with a hard fought 2-0 win over Country with goals from Mabel and Lauren backed by

Premier ladies also came out on top against Country this weekend. The ladies were in control for much of the game however goals were elusive. Eventually Steph opened the scoring, finishing a cross put in by Alice. The ladies went into the second half 1-0 up and determined to get ahead by a few more. Finals score was 3-0 win to Whitsunday ladies.

Our Men’s Premiers and Reserve travelled to Wanderers in what proved to be a crazy

two games.

Our premiers ended up winning 8-4 after going 2-0 early in the first half showing great determination not only to come from behind but to slot a massive 8 goals. Our Men’s Reserves started the game very slowly but an opening goal from Zac Kelley sparked the game into life with Wanderers scoring twice to lead 2-1. The team rallied and the quality began to shine with Zac completing a hat trick and Sam Blake slotting from the penalty spot to bring home 3 points.

Contributed with thanks to Allan Milostic

Hanny Spence Photography - Raiders Women

Hanny Spence Photography - Joel Hoffman

solid defence from Lahni. The side is now 2 points clear on the table with a game in hand!.

U15 Prems happy with a well deserved win.

DARTS

Highest Match Average This Season For Airlie Beach Darts Player

We start off this week’s Premier League action with the match between Kameron Reason and Naomi Mitchell.

Although the 7-1 score line in favour of Kam would suggest total dominance in the tie, there were encouraging signs for Naomi who smashed her highest match average this season by almost 10 points, encouraging signs for the remainder of the year.

That win for Kameron, in which he also scored his highest match average of the season, takes him in to second place on the premier league table.

It was a good day for Dom Friend who had back to back wins, a 7-2 over Art McMinn, which dropped Art down a place to third, and a 7-4 over win over Josh Fraser, which leapfrogged Dom a place above Josh on

the table in alphabetical order only, both men’s stats are identical.

Arthur McMinn had the highest checkout of the day with a 94 peg, and that was closely followed by Joe Wilson’s 92 checkout in his 7 nil demolition of Hawkeye Rick. That loss leaving Rick firmly rooted at the foot of the table, but the win keeping Joe aloft at the top.

Last of all Jamie Maher defeated Jayden Lloyd by 7 legs to nil. That win is Jamie’s 3rd in a row now, which sees him steady the ship after a rocky start to the year which seen him lose his first 3 matches.

Jayden has work to do to pick up his first win of the year, and the assignments are not getting any easier with Joe Wilson coming to town next.

Contributed with thanks to Jamie Maher

Cutters Home Game At Whitsundays Sportspark

Over 2000 sports-lovers are expected to gather at the Whitsunday Sportspark next weekend when the Mackay Cutters play a home game against the Burleigh Bears.

Gates are set to open at 4.00pm and the game will kick-off at 6pm, bar closing at 9pm.

There will be General Admission tickets available for those wishing to find a spot on the grass, or for those looking to maximise their viewing experience, they can purchase a limited amount of VIP tickets. These will provide exclusive access to the airconditioned club, terrace and grandstand along with a starter pack for food and drinks and numbers are limited.

Full bar and food service is available throughout the event with everyone welcome to come in and enjoy the exciting sporting atmosphere.

A treat for the whole family, there will also be bouncy castles and face-painting for the children, plus food trucks.

Tickets and further info available from www.mackaycutters.com.au or the Mackay Cutters or Whitsunday Sportspark Facebook pages.

WHAT: Mackay Cutters Vs Burleigh Bears

WHERE: Whitsunday Sportspark

WHEN: Saturday 11th May from 4.00pm

Wangaratta Bowls BOWLS

Results for social play on Tuesday. The jackpot was won in the game between Merle Elphinstone Isobel Wheeler Denise Wallace Linda Smith who defeated Irene Laird Maureen Hyde Albert Bison Penny Warren. Other games Deb Retchless Gail Bison Lyn Danvers Greg Colquhoun drew with Stumpy Adams Sue Shearing Ron Hyde Geoff Danvers.

Competition results: Ladies Triples Robyn Stitt Tiarna Winter Fely Duncan defeated Merle Elphinstone Isobel Wheeler Linda Smith. The final will be played on Saturday 4 May. A Pairs Denise Wallace Penny Warren defeated Merle Elphinstone Isobel Wheeler with the final being played on Sunday morning resulting in Denise Wallace Penny Warren defeating Robyn Stitt Fely Duncan.

Sunday afternoon winners were Toni Bowen Deb Retchless Ron Hyde defeated

Bill Myers Maureen Hyde Alby Vigar, Robyn Stitt Trevor Elton Pat Tracey defeated Judy Elton Merle Elphinstone Penny Warren and Jim Quod Kennedy Whitton defeated Irene Laird Kevin Jewel. The jackpot didn’t go off.

Our Winter Bingo is starting this Friday 3 May at the club at 9.30am sharp and Barefoot bowls is on again on Friday night. Hope to see you there.

Contributed with thanks to Penny Warren.

Airlie Bowls News BOWLS

Aweek of April showers didn’t prevent some exciting bowls being played.

Starting on Tuesday with Ladda Purdie’s team of Dawn Dowel and Rhonda Lloyd the biggest winners of the day.

Wednesday Jackpot Bowls arranged by Rick Galea and Merve Stewart saw Shane Spann’s team of Billy Gordon picking up his stick like a seasoned performer after losing a leg and terrible injuries but showed just what a champion man he is and with Ladda Purdie they were the biggest winners of the day.

Wednesday night Business House Bowls continued and Friday afternoon 30 Christian College students to see whom will represent their school for the Queensland

school championships and have a month of games to decide.

Saturday and Sunday saw the three bowls Men’s triples being played with Manny Isgro’s team of Peter Barrett and Andrew Butler far too superior for the rest of the teams with Manny showing all and sundry why he’s one of the very best bowlers in Queensland with an effortless and awesome display never missing with a fantastic performance for all comers to see.

Sunday afternoon social bowls had a great roll up with Jill Spencer welcoming Chris and Peter Lawson from Broadbeach with new bowlers Greg and Mel Fennell as well as Rob Turner visiting and Josh Sinclair all having an excellent day.

Contributed with thanks to Mark Mawson.

Bowen Bowls News

BOWLS

Asingles: Tracey Roach defeated Mary Ellen Pratten.

B singles: Wendy Coles defeated Mary Ellen Pratten.

Fours: Andrew Peebles, Gavin Charles, Tiarna Winters and Steve Roome defeated Robyn Stitt, Daryl Tuttle, Kevin Jewell and Faely Duncan. Gordo, Mark, Crowy and Kev defeated Lee, Andy, Mitch and Jason.

Sunday Social: R.Rodda and Tracey Roach defeated Keith Kirk and Jane Gilbert. Marion Tuttle, Ron Gould and Gus Munro defeated A.Higgins, Wendy Coles and Lloyd White.

There was one game of Scroungers: Ray Muir defeated Tracey Roach and Paula Welsted.

Wednesday Social: Ian Thatcher, Daryl Tuttle and Steve Roome defeated B.Neil, Jane Gilbert and D. McDonald. Joan Edwards/ Eddy Neylon, Helen Jacobsen and

2024 Premier League players, L/R, J Fraser, J Lloyd, J Maher, J Wilson, D Friend, A McMinn, K Reason, N Mitchell and H Rick.

Ladies A Pairs winners: Penny Warren and Denise Wallace. Photo supplied

Gus Munro defeated Gail Bison, Ray Muir and Gavin Charles. P.Bison, Bev Smith/ Lloyd White and Ron Gould defeated Marion Tuttle, Gordo and A. Higgins. Contributed with thanks to Joan Edwards.

Photo supplied

RUGBY LEAGUE

Prossie Bowls Scores

BOWLS

On Wednesday we had 13 players enjoy games of bowls. Jim Bownds and Heather Brown defeated John Anderson and Mike Harrison 31 -17 in a game of 3 Bowl Pairs.

Alen Sanderson and Peter Lawton defeated Pat Bownds and Sandy Daffaran 30 - 15 in a game of 2-4-2 Pairs.

Arthur Griffith, Barry Zillmann and Bruce Uhe defeated Mary Hedgelong, Barry Zillmann and Philip Brown 28 - 19 in a game of Triples.

On Saturday Morning there was a game of 2 Bowl Triples played.

Sunday’s Social bowls was cancelled due to intermittent showers.

Contributed with thanks to Heather Brown

Whitsunday Golf Club Report

GOLF

The whole course was very wet, obviously, particularly, the back 9, and made for a wide variety of scores.

The number of competitors was disappointing but the weather discouraged many of the regular competitors and the intermittent showers didn’t lessen during the day.

However it did make for some spectacularly bright rainbows to please the players and the April MM was completed.

LADIES A GRADE :

the required number of strokes

Proserpine Golf GOLF

Craig McLean had 40 points to win Tuesday’s stableford competition by four shots from Ryan Wilkes with a sub-par round. Elspeth Scotford had 35 points to beat Jacqueline Wall by a shot in the ladies’ division. Jacqueline Wall won one pin shot and Ryan Wilkes won two.

Wednesday’s ladies’ stableford went to Heather Luvis with 33 points; one ahead of Vickie Wallace.

Anzac Day’s ambrose event saw Jon Miller and Ryan Wilkes combine to shoot 11 under par for a 59.5 nett to win by half a shot from Fraser Simpson and Lachlan Howard. Over one hundred players competed. Brad Fleet had 18 points to win Friday’s

On The

Winner : Elise Hodgson with 74 nett Runner-up : Anna Winterbourn with 77 Longest Drive : Anna Winterbourn

LADIES B GRADE :

Winner : Joanne Moynihan Longest Drive : Joanne Moynihan

MEN’S A GRADE :

Winner : Andrew Albergo with 76 nett Runner-up : Wayne Temby with 77 Longest Drive : Andrew Albergo

MEN’S B GRADE

Winner : Ron Jamieson with 76 nett Runner-up : Leigh Jones with 83 Longest Drive : Paul Nicol

NTPs :

For the ladies : Elise Hodgson, Joanne Moynihan and Anna Winterbourn

For the men : Nobody got near the pins in

LEAST PUTTS : Anna Winterbourn for the ladies with 33 putts, a draw for the men with Ron Jamieson and Wayne Temby both having 29 putts.

NAGAs : The honours went to Tiina Randmae and Paul Nicol, a drink courtesy of Aaron and Tracy Watts, proprietors of RADS Whitsunday who provide respite accommodation and disability support services.

NEXT WEEK : The May MM and least putts. Although this will mean 3 consecutive stroke competitions, it will bring WGC back in line with the PGC Sunday fixtures.

Don’t forget to get your names on the timesheet promptly so we can play in a block.

Contributed with thanks to Tiina Randmae.

Met run by a shot from Jason Whitney while Brendan Spann won both pin shots.

Luke Nightingale had 41 points to win Saturday’s MBW stableford by two shots from his B division runner up Kristian Mulholland and the leading two A division players in Brad Fleet and Rod Wecker. The leading ladies were Tiina Randmae with 35 points and Paula McQuat with 33. Ryan Wilkes, off a handicap of plus one, shot two under par to cap off a great week of golf and win Sunday’s stroke event by a shot from Aaron Prosser with a nett 70. Elise Hodgson had a nett 74 to beat Anna Winterbourn by three shots.

Contributed with thanks to Proserpine Golf Pro Shop

Whitsunday Green GOLF

This week’s 9-hole stableford saw Cory Belke take first place with 22 points, second with 20 points c/b was Scott Macleod and third place with 20 points was Melinda Macleod.

Fridays 9-hole stableford saw Tony Spurway first place with 20 c/b, second place with 20 points was Justyn Durbin and third place with 19 points was Glenn Rees.

Sunday’s 18-hole monthly medal was a great turn out which saw Wayne Singleton take first place with a 47 nett, second place with a 40 nett was Dean Barnard and third place was Brock Brindle with a 49 nett.

Nearest the pin was Wayne Singleton and Jayden Parata.

This Sunday 5th May with be Par Svs 18-hole competition, tee off at 8.30am –9.30am.

Contributed with thanks to Kate Cross.

Wayne Singleton. Photo supplied

Elsie Hodgson, Ron Jamieson, Joanne Moynihan, Anna Winterbourn and Wayne Temby. Photo supplied

SECOND YEAR JOURNALIST POSITION

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This full-time position offers an excellent opportunity to progress your journalism career and contribute to a range of exciting publications, including Burdekin Life Newspaper, Mackay and Whitsunday Life Newspaper, Core Life Magazine and Tripping Magazine.

Position requirements:

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TRADES & SERVICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

BUSHFIRE RESILIENCE TRAINING & PLANS

We are coordinating FREE bushfire resilience training to support landowners throughout the region prepare for the upcoming bushfire season. Bushfire training provides an opportunity for the community to learn how to assess bushfire risk and gain an understanding of important mitigation, response and recovery methods. Workshops are planned for:

Proserpine – 26 May and 4 August

Collinsville – 9 June

Cannonvale – 23 June

Bowen – 7 July

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

To find out more and register your interest, visit our Your Say Whitsunday Online Engagement Portal - https://bit. ly/3WbZen8, phone our Bushfire Officer, Greg McCarthy, on 0458 816 751, email info@whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au or visit a Customer Service Centre.

The Whitsunday Bushfire Resilience Project is funded by the Commonwealth Government’s Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants Program.

NEW CELL AT KELSEY CREEK LANDFILL

We are developing a new cell at the Kelsey Creek Landfill, Proserpine, from 1 May - 31 October 2024 (subject to weather). The new cell will provide over 5 additional years of capacity for our waste system, servicing general waste for settlements in the south of the Region. During construction, the following impacts to services are expected:

• Non-recyclable industrial and commercial waste over 8T (GVM) or more than 2 axles will only be received by the Bowen landfill from 1 May – 31 October, while works on the Kelsey Creek landfill are undertaken.

• All landfills will only accept limited quantities of asbestos, up to 300kg per day, please contact Council to schedule delivery and acceptance via phone 1300 972 753 or, email wastemanagement@whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au

• Recyclable industrial and commercial waste is still accepted at the Kelsey Creek Landfill, we encourage all users to sort and recycle their waste to help extend our landfill capacities!

• Residents will experience no changes to waste pick-up or drop off at landfills or satellite facilities. Some may notice an increase in skip bins travelling to Bowen, carrying domestic waste from rubbish trucks to help create the first soft layer of rubbish within the new Bowen landfill cell.

We encourage you to review our fact sheet on our Online Engagement Portal or contact Council for more information: Online Engagement Portal yoursay.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au Phone 1300 972 753 or email wastemanagement@whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au

FERAL

ANIMAL CONTROL

Whitsunday Regional Council will be conducting feral animal aerial shooting on participating properties on the following dates:

Goorganga Plains region - Glenisla, south to the O’Connell River on Tuesday 7th May 2024

As a locally-owned and operated Funeral Home, we take pride in serving the Proserpine community with the highest level of care, and attention to detail.

Abbot Point region - Don River north to Cape Upstart on Thursday 9th May 2024

For any further information regarding this Aerial Shoot, please contact Whitsunday Regional Council on 1300 972 753

NETWORKING EVENT - MEET THE QLD SMALL BUSINESS COMMISSIONER

We are excited to announce that the Queensland Small Business Commissioner, Dominique Lamb, will be visiting the Whitsundays on 16th and 17th May 2024.

As part of her visit, Whitsunday Regional Council is hosting a special after-dark event on 16th May, providing an exclusive opportunity for small businesses to meet with the Commissioner.

Date: 16 May 2024

Time: 5pm – 7pm

Location: Mantra Club Croc

• Presentation by the Queensland Small Business Commissioner

• Networking session with the Commissioner and fellow small business owners

• Light refreshments provided

This event is an excellent chance to learn more about the services offered by the Queensland Small Business Commissioner’s office and to voice any concerns or queries directly to the Commissioner.

To register visit yoursay.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au.

Brisk Bay region - Gregory River north to Adelaide Point Road on Wednesday 8th May 2024

‘FEELS LIKE HOME’

Step inside and explore this inviting & homely residence that oozes character & chic!

GJ Gardner built in 2018, this welcoming single level floor plan consists of four bedrooms plus 2 bathrooms (master with ensuite) all adorned with fans, air-conditioning (the home is powered by a 5.5kw solar system) and built-in robes. Each bedroom contains its own unique vibe which adds to the character of this home.

On trend kitchen with subway tiles is the centrepiece of the home for inside entertaining. The living space is drenched in natural light and provides a beautiful outlook onto the landscaped gardens.

Situated on a 730m2 block, every inch of this

property has been carefully manicured to create a useful zone – from dedicated firepit area to double gate side access for the boat, maybe even a pool in the future. Enjoy wandering around the gardens, checking on the fruit trees - bananas, lemons, passionfruit, and mangoes. Allocated outdoor dining area opens to lush rainforest foliage, delivering an ever-changing view and privacy with no rear neighbours!

Moving to the front of the home, the street is friendly and welcoming with quality neighbours, all while being in close proximity to Airlie Beach township.

Situated in a quiet court location where sales are few and few between, first home buyers, small families or downsizers – this is a must-see home.

Driftwood Close, Jubilee Pocket

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10.40 MOVIE: Dante’s Peak. (1997) (PG) 12.55 Celebrity Obsessed. (MA15+) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Mystic. 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG)

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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.55 Beat The Chasers UK. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust.

6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PG) 9.10 9-1-1. (M) 10.10 S.W.A.T. (M) 11.10 The Latest: Seven News. 11.40 Police Custody USA. (M) 12.40 Emerald City. (MA15+) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.45 Surveillance Oz. 2.00 Beat The Chasers UK. 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. (PG) 7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PG) 9.00 Miniseries: The Marlow Murder Club. (M) 10.00 Code Blue: The Killing Of June Fox-Roberts. (MA15+) 11.00 The Latest: Seven News. 11.30 The Real Manhunter. (M) 12.30 Gold Digger. (M) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.45 Surveillance Oz. (PG) 2.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG) 8.30 The Front Bar. (M) 9.30 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. (PG) 10.30 The Latest: Seven News. 11.00 Talking Footy. 12.00 Parenthood. (M) 1.00 Travel Oz. (PG) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: A Honeymoon To Remember. (2021) 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 9. Brisbane Broncos v Sydney Roosters. 9.55 Golden Point. 10.40 MOVIE: No Escape. (2015) (MA15+) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.35 Pointless. (PG) 2.30 Destination WA. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Postcards. (PG) 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop.

6.00 Getaway. 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. 12.00 Cybershack. 12.30 Explore TV. 1.00 Ageless. 1.30 The Pet Rescuers. 2.00 After Impact. 3.15 LEGO Masters Aust Vs World. 4.30 Garden Gurus. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Jeopardy! Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: The Equalizer. (2014) (MA15+) 11.10 MOVIE: City Of Lies. (2018) 1.05 Cybershack. 1.35 Garden Gurus. 2.00 The Incredible Journey. 2.30 Getaway. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Helping Hands.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Fish Forever. 1.30 Drive TV. 2.00 David Attenborough’s Green Planet. 3.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 9. Cronulla Sharks v St George Illawarra Dragons. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 LEGO Masters Aust Vs World. 8.40 60 Minutes. 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 The First 48. 11.10 Transplant. 12.00 David Attenborough’s Green Planet. 1.00 World’s Greatest Natural Icons. 2.00 Australia’s

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 LEGO Masters Aust Vs World. 1.45 Explore. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 LEGO Masters Australia Vs Rest Of The World. (PG) 8.45 Paramedics. (M) 9.45 100% Footy. (M) 10.45 9News Late. 11.15 La Brea. (M) 12.05 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.00 Pointless. (PG) 2.00 Hello SA. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 ACA. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 Morning Programs. 7.00 Ready Steady Cook. 8.00 Ent. Tonight. 8.30 The Yes Experiment. 9.00 Bold. 9.30 Deal Or No Deal. 10.00 GCBC. 10.30 Judge Judy. 11.00 Dr Phil. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Ent.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 LEGO Masters Aust Vs World. 1.15 Getaway. 1.45 Talking Honey. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 LEGO Masters Aust Vs World. 9.00 Clarkson’s Farm. 10.00 Opal Hunters: Red Dirt Road Trip. 11.00 9News Late. 11.30 Chicago Med. 12.15 Tipping Point. 1.10 Pointless. 2.05 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 ACA. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 Everyday Gourmet. 6.30 My Market Kitchen. 7.00 The Talk. 8.00 Ent. Tonight. 8.30 Neighbours. 9.00 Bold. 9.30 Deal Or No Deal. 10.00 GCBC. 10.30 Judge Judy. 11.00 Dr Phil. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Ent. Tonight. 1.20 Judge Judy. 1.50 To Be Advised.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 LEGO Masters Aust Vs World. 1.30 Ageless. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: A Jealous Friendship. (2021) 2.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. (PG) 8.30 Britain’s Got Talent. (PG) 9.55 Border Security: International. (PG) 10.25 The Latest: Seven News. 10.55 The Amazing Race. (PG) 12.25 Fortitude. (MA15+) 1.25 Medical Emergency. (PG) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Love Stories In Sunflower Valley. (2021) 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 10. Dolphins v Manly Sea Eagles. 9.45 Thursday Night

7.30pm Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

8.30 Movie: Fight Club. (1999) (MA15+, R) Edward Norton, Brad Pitt, Helena Bonham Carter.

10.45 Movie: My Own Private Idaho. (1991) (M, R) Keanu Reeves, River Phoenix.

12.25am Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

1.25 QI. (M, R)

1.55 Close To Me. (M, R)

7.30pm Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

8.00 QI. (M, R)

8.30 Live At The Apollo. (M, R)

9.20 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M)

10.05 MythBusters. (PG, R)

10.55 Portlandia. (M, R)

11.35 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (MA15+, R)

12.20am Upstart Crow. (PG, R)

7.30pm Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

8.00 QI. (PG, R)

8.30 Louis Theroux Interviews... (M, R)

R)

7.30pm Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

8.30 MythBusters. (PG)

9.20 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. (PG)

10.05 Louis Theroux: Law And Disorder In Johannesburg. (MA15+, R)

11.00 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

12.00am QI. (M, R)

12.35 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M, R)

7.30pm Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

8.30 White Fever. (M, R)

9.00 Upstart Crow. (PG, R)

10.00 Portlandia. (PG, R)

10.45 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

11.45 Movie: Fight Club. (1999) (MA15+, R) Edward Norton, Brad Pitt, Helena Bonham Carter.

2.00am Return To Belsen. (MA15+, R)

7.30pm Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

8.30 Movie: Going The Distance. (2010) (MA15+, R)

10.15 Movie: Anthony. (2020) (M, R)

11.45 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

12.45am Louis Theroux Interviews... (M, R)

1.30 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M, R) 2.00 Close.

7.30pm Would I Lie To You? (R)

8.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

9.00 Gruen. (PG, R)

9.35 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (R)

10.10 Penn & Teller: Fool

Us. (PG, R)

10.50 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M, R)

11.15 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)

12.15am Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (M, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard. (PG, R)

8.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

12.30 The Real Seachange. (R)

1.00 This Rugged Coast. (R)

2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)

6.00pm Heathrow. (PG, R)

6.30 Bondi Vet. (PG)

7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)

8.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)

12.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

6.00pm Imagine Holidays Iconic Rail Journeys. (PG)

6.30 Kath & Kim. (PG, R)

7.05 The Vicar Of Dibley. (PG, R)

8.45 Endeavour. (M, R)

10.45 Hornby: A Model Empire: Vampire. (PG, R)

11.45 The Vicar Of Dibley. (PG, R)

1.25 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R)

8.30 Foyle’s War. (M, R)

10.40 Railroad Australia: Rails Versus Wheels. (PG, R)

11.40 Doc Martin. (PG, R)

12.40 Foyle’s War. (M, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Call The Midwife. (M, R)

8.30 A Touch Of Frost. (M, R)

10.40 The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard. (PG, R)

11.40 Bargain Hunt. (R)

12.40 Call The Midwife. (M, R) 2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Heartbeat. (PG, R)

8.45 Judge John Deed. (M, R)

10.45 Air Crash Investigations: Seconds From Touchdown. (PG, R)

11.45 Bargain Hunt. (R)

12.45 Judge John Deed. (M, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Father Brown. (M, R)

8.30 Shetland. (M, R) 11.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R) 12.00 Father Brown. (M, R)

1.00 Bargain Hunt. (R)

2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. 7.20 Football. AFL. Round 8. Carlton v Collingwood. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.15 Armchair Experts. (M) 12.00 GetOn Extra.

6.00pm Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.00 Storage Wars. (PG)

7.30 Movie: The A-Team. (2010) (M, R) Liam Neeson, Jessica Biel. 10.00 Movie: King Of Thieves. (2018) (M, R) Michael Caine, Jim Broadbent.

12.15 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 1.15 Storage Wars. (PG, R)

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

6.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R)

7.00 Football. AFL. Round 8. Brisbane Lions v Gold Coast Suns. 10.00 Movie: The Bourne Legacy. (2012) (M, R) Jeremy Renner. 12.45 Bushfire Wars. (PG, R)

1.15 Storage Wars: Texas. (PG, R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Outback Opal Hunters. (PG, R)

8.30 Adventure Gold Diggers. (PG)

9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. (M, R) 10.30 Frozen Gold. (PG) 11.30 Mountain Men. (PG) 12.30 American Restoration. (PG, R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Outback Truckers. (PG, R)

8.30 Aussie Truck Rehab. (PG)

9.30 Mega Mechanics. (PG, R)

10.30 Ice Road Truckers. (M, R) 11.30 American Wreckers. (M)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R)

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

8.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. (M, R)

10.30 Police Code Zero: Officer Under Attack. (M, R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.00 Football. AFL. Round 9. Carlton v Melbourne. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show.

11.00 Movie: Underworld. (2003) (MA15+, R) 1.30 Storage Wars: Barry’s Best Buys. (PG)

5.30pm Escape To The Farm With Kate Humble. (PG, R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 Take Me Home. (PG)

8.30 Movie: Dog. (2022) (M)

10.30 Movie: Magic Mike XXL. (2015) (MA15+, R) 12.40 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 1.10 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R)

7.00pm Rugby Union. Super Rugby Pacific. Round 11. ACT Brumbies v Fijian Drua. 9.30 Super Rugby Pacific Post-Match. 9.45 Movie: Legend. (2015) (MA15+, R)

12.20 Memory Lane. (PG, R)

1.40 Movie: Rasputin: The Mad Monk. (1966) (M, R)

4.30pm Movie: Invitation To A Gunfighter. (1964) (PG, R)

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG, R) 8.30 Movie: Gran Torino. (2008) (M, R) Clint Eastwood, Bee Vang, Christopher Carley. 11.00 Chicago Med. (MA15+, R)

12.00 Ordinary Joe. (M, R) 1.00 Movie: One Million Years B.C. (1966) (PG, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Farm With Kate Humble. (PG, R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 Death In Paradise. (M, R) 8.40 Harry Wild. (M) 10.40 Agatha Christie’s Ordeal By Innocence. (MA15+, R) 11.40 Footy Classified. (M)

5.30pm Escape To The Farm With Kate Humble. (PG, R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 New Tricks. (M, R)

8.40 Agatha Christie’s Marple. (M, R)

10.40 A Wedding And A Murder. (MA15+)

11.40 New Amsterdam. (M, R) 12.40 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

5.30pm Escape To The Farm With Kate Humble. (PG, R)

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 As Time Goes By. (R)

8.40 Midsomer Murders. (M, R)

10.40 Angel Of Vengeance. (MA15+)

11.40 Footy Classified. (M) 12.40 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

5.30pm The Travelling Auctioneers. (R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 To Be Advised. 9.30 World’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (M, R) 10.30 Police After Dark. (M, R) 11.30 The Real Murders Of Orange County. (M) 12.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)

6.30 JAG. (PG, R)

7.30 Bull. (M, R)

8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 9.25 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M, R) 11.15 48 Hours. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R)

6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

8.30 Two And A Half Men. (M, R)

10.00 Impractical Jokers. (M)

10.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG, R)

5.50pm The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG, R)

6.40 Jeopardy! (R)

7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Hoarders. (M, R)

9.20 Great Erection Deception: Stiff Nights. (M)

10.30 Miniseries: Safe Home. (M, R) 12.30 The Last Year Of Television 2021 Special. (MA15+, R)

3.30pm Soccer. A-League Women. Grand final.

7.00 Soccer. A-League Men. Elimination final. 10.15 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R) 12.05 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M, R) 2.00 48 Hours. (M, R)

6.00pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

10.30 Two And A Half Men. (M, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG, R)

6.00pm The Food That Built The World: When The Chips Are Down. 6.50 The Food That Built The World: The Rise Of A Rival. (PG) 7.40 Impossible Engineering: Hudson Yards. (R) 8.35 The Matrix Generation. (M) 9.40 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 1. 1.35 The X-Files. (M, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)

6.30 JAG. (PG, R)

7.30 NCIS. (M, R)

11.15 FBI: Most Wanted. (M, R)

1.10 FBI: International. (M, R)

6.00pm The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

8.30 Two And A Half Men. (M, R)

10.00 South Park. (M, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 Impractical Jokers. (M, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 Bull. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS. (M, R)

10.20 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R) 11.15 Evil. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R) 7.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.30 Two And A Half Men. (M, R) 10.00 The Neighborhood. (PG) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 1.30 Impractical Jokers. (PG, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)

6.30 JAG. (PG, R)

7.30 Bull. (M, R) 9.25 FBI. (M, R) 11.15 48 Hours. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R)

6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R)

7.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.30 Two And A Half Men. (PG, R) 10.00 Impractical Jokers. (PG)

10.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)

6.30 JAG. (PG, R)

7.30 Bull. (M, R)

8.30 NCIS. (M, R)

9.25 Hawaii Five-0. (M, R)

10.20 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R)

6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R)

7.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.30 Two And A Half Men. (M, R) 10.00 Impractical Jokers. (PG)

10.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG, R)

11.00 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)

6.30 JAG. (PG, R)

7.30 Bull. (M, R)

8.30 NCIS. (M, R)

9.25 NCIS: New Orleans. (M, R)

10.20 Evil. (M, R)

11.20 Diagnosis Murder. (M, R)

12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R)

6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R)

7.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

8.30 Two And A Half Men. (M, R)

10.00 Impractical Jokers. (M)

10.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG, R)

11.00 Frasier. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

5.30pm Abandoned Engineering: Bunker Nation. (PG, R)

6.25 Movie: The Fifth Element. (1997) (PG, R) Bruce Willis. 8.45 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 2. 1.35 Dark Side Of The 2000s. (PG, R)

5.50pm The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG, R) 6.40 Jeopardy! (R)

7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Travel Man: 48 Hours In Cyprus. (PG, R) 9.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 3. 1.35 Alone Australia. (M, R)

5.45pm The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG, R) 6.35 Jeopardy! (R) 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.25 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 4. 1.35 Sex Unlimited. (MA15+, R)

5.50pm The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG, R)

6.40 Jeopardy! (R)

7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.35 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 5. 1.35 PEN15. (MA15+, R)

5.55pm The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG, R)

6.45 Jeopardy! (R)

7.40 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.35 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 6.

1.35 Dark Side Of The Ring. (MA15+, R)

ACROSS

1 Biblical figure, – of Bethany (7)

4 Pills (8)

8 Grow larger (8)

11 Taking someone by force (9)

13 Bird with a large brightlycoloured beak (6)

14 Charm (8)

16 Leading lady (7)

17 In the open air (8)

19 Arouse again (8)

20 Someone who uses a plane to make words in the sky (9)

24 Car misfire (8)

25 Quidditch ball (6)

27 Country folk (8)

29 Fate; the events that will happen (7)

31 US state (7)

33 Taking possession of (13)

37 Used for sleeping (8)

41 Nearer to freezing point (5)

42 Stop suddenly (5)

43 Spin (5)

44 Roasted (5)

45 Californian national park (8)

48 Global (13)

51 Organise incorrectly (7)

54 Language of Myanmar (7)

56 Starchy, banana-like fruit (8)

57 Availability (6)

58 1940 Disney film (8)

59 Righteously angry (9)

63 Age of the dinosaurs (8)

65 Dry biscuits (8)

68 Remain (7)

69 Fabric (8)

70 Noisily (6)

71 Being alone (9)

72 Graveyard (8)

73 By the highway (8)

74 Postpones, puts aside (7)

DOWN

1 Percolates (7)

2 More trepidatious (7)

3 Grab (5)

4 Mythical horse-man (7)

5 Scrub hard (5)

6 Shoestrings (5)

7 Higher age or rank (9)

8 In the interim (14)

9 Crumbled (9)

10 Glide on ice (5)

12 Horse race (5)

15 Perserverance (7)

18 Short moral tale (5)

21 Sharp (4)

22 Disregard (6)

23 Unhurried (4)

26 Roughest (8)

28 Old sailor (coll) (4)

30 Snake (7)

32 Set light to (6)

34 Edible crustacean (5)

35 Dent in a road's surface (7)

36 Mediterranean island (5)

38 Theoretical (8)

39 Centre to circumference (6)

40 Academically (14)

46 Cured meat (6)

47 Brewing ingredient (4)

49 Frank (4)

50 Roarer (4)

52 Exudation (7)

53 Monomaniacal (9)

54 Involving two eyes (9)

55 Margin (5)

59 Hearten (7)

60 Rubbish (7)

61 Excuse of being elsewhere (5)

62 Disease contracted through wound (7)

ACROSS

1 Biblical figure, – of Bethany (7)

64 Practice (5)

66 Vacation island (5)

4 Pills (8)

67 Douses (5)

8 Grow larger (8)

11 Taking someone by force (9)

68 Religious (5)

13 Bird with a large brightlycoloured beak (6)

14 Charm (8)

16 Leading lady (7)

17 In the open air (8)

19 Arouse again (8)

20 Someone who uses a plane to make words in the sky (9)

24 Car misfire (8)

25 Quidditch ball (6)

27 Country folk (8)

29 Fate; the events that will happen (7)

31 US state (7)

33 Taking possession of (13)

37 Used for sleeping (8)

41 Nearer to freezing point (5)

42 Stop suddenly (5)

43 Spin (5)

44 Roasted (5)

45 Californian national park (8)

48 Global (13)

51 Organise incorrectly (7)

54 Language of Myanmar (7)

56 Starchy, banana-like fruit (8)

57 Availability (6)

58 1940 Disney film (8)

59 Righteously angry (9)

63 Age of the dinosaurs (8)

65 Dry biscuits (8)

68 Remain (7)

69 Fabric (8)

70 Noisily (6)

71 Being alone (9)

72 Graveyard (8)

73 By the highway (8)

74 Postpones, puts aside (7) DOWN

1 Percolates (7)

2 More trepidatious (7)

3 Grab (5)

4 Mythical horse-man (7)

5 Scrub hard (5)

6 Shoestrings (5)

7 Higher age or rank (9)

8 In the interim (14)

9 Crumbled (9)

10 Glide on ice (5)

12 Horse race (5)

sudoku

15 Perserverance (7)

18 Short moral tale (5)

21 Sharp (4)

22 Disregard (6)

23 Unhurried (4)

26 Roughest (8)

28 Old sailor (coll) (4)

30 Snake (7)

32 Set light to (6)

34 Edible crustacean (5)

35 Dent in a road's surface (7)

36 Mediterranean island (5)

38 Theoretical (8)

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39 Centre to circumference (6)

40 Academically (14)

46 Cured meat (6)

47 Brewing ingredient (4)

49 Frank (4)

50 Roarer (4)

52 Exudation (7)

53 Monomaniacal (9)

54 Involving two eyes (9)

55 Margin (5)

59 Hearten (7)

60 Rubbish (7)

61 Excuse of being elsewhere (5)

62 Disease contracted through wound (7)

64 Practice (5)

66 Vacation island (5)

67 Douses (5)

68 Religious (5)