Whitsundays On Global Television

BY BRONTE HODGE

Setting up shop in the Whitsundays, Adventure All Stars has taken their cast members on some of the best adventures and offerings that are available in our beautiful part of the country.

Participants are from across Australia, and each raised in excess of $10,000 for charity which was then rewarded with a trip-of-alifetime with Adventure All Stars, with all proceeds to go to Australian charities.

For many of the participants, this is a first taste of Airlie Beach, with them getting the chance to try some of the best adventures that are on offer.

“Part of the catch is that everything’s a surprise,” explained one contestant, AJ from Melbourne. AJ is a teacher back home, and is living with ADHD, acting as an ambassador from ADHD Australia.

“We didn’t know we were coming to Airlie Beach until last Tuesday when we got sent our flight tickets.”

Nissy, another participant, travelled from Sydney and says she has found her time in the Whitsundays refreshing.

“I think everyone in Australia must come here for a holiday,” she said.

“The kids will enjoy it, the friends will enjoy it. It is such a great environment to be in, and it’s all about peace, love and harmony and I am very grateful to be a part of this.”

Nissy was approached to participate due to her own philanthropic endeavours, namely her own charity, Wiping Tears, an organisation supporting those experiencing financial hardship, homelessness, poverty, and limited access to health and medical resources and education.

Meanwhile, fellow cast member, Leanne, has a daughter who was diagnosed with ADHD, and she is now raising funds for ADHD education for schools, teachers, and the public.

“We did a light plane ride, which was absolutely amazing, they did a few tricks that had my stomach, but it was an awesome experience!” she said.

“We also did water biking, which was really peaceful, and a jet boat ride. That was like a mad house on steroids in the water!” ing the whale and towelling it.

Funds from the Whitsunday episodes will go towards ADHD Australia, Heart Support Australia, Leukaemia Support Queensland, Mindfull Aus and Two Two One Mental Health Charity.

The Whitsunday episodes of Adventure All Stars make up three episodes of the upcoming season, which is set to air in 2024.

“It was heart-warming to see everyone drop everything to come down and do anything to help the whale,” said Ti.

“Even afterwards, when we were leaving, there were streams of people coming down to the beach to help where they could.”

To report a sick, injured, or dead whale, ring 1300 130 372, and advise of its location, a description of the whale and a description of injury or situation.

The Great Barrier Reef Park Marine Au- thority will then access and make a plan of action.

Until authorities arrive at the whale, it is best to splash water over the whale and lay damp towels over its skin to keep it cool, and keep dogs and loud crowds away from it to minimise stress.