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Organiser of this free community event, Tim Oberg, said that it was an excellent way to start the new year with a positive and active mindset.

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Hi Everyone, Welcome to the first edition of 2023!

It’s great to be back after a relaxing holiday and we are all excited for the year ahead.

Over the Christmas break my family and I went down to 1770 – for those of you that don’t know, this is a little seaside town about eight hours south of here.

This destination is special for two reasons – firstly it has the first surf break as you head down the coast, it is also the first place where you do not have to wear stinger suits.

As a result, we spent about 90 per cent of the holiday in the ocean and I loved listening to the kids squealing as they were being chased by waves, building huge sandcastles and learning how to paddle on our new inflatable sea kayak.

At the beginning of the week my partner and I decided that we would limit technology as much as possible and on our first day I suggested we also stop scrolling on our phones.

For me this meant that I would stop nosing around on Facebook and he would stop checking sporting news.

Editor’s

Challenge accepted, we both ditched our smart phones and learnt to live in the present moment – nature became a screen and watching the kids play became our entertainment.

At first, I have to confess I caught myself instinctively picking up my phone whenever there was a lull in activity, but each time I placed it back down on the bench I felt empowered and invigorated.

By the end of the week, the kids had not watched an evening movie (we’d played board games instead) and noone had really thought about screens at all – it all felt quite liberating.

When we picked up our screens again for the car journey home (there was no way we were going to get through that without technology!) it was really nice to reconnect with the world, but also realise we had not missed a thing.

Rach

Quote of the week: “Lost time is never found again” (Benjamin Franklin)

“NO MORE MISTER CRUSTY”

This week we were delighted to receive an email from one of our readers outlining his ‘Good Deed’ experience at a local shopping centre in Cannonvale.

We loved his letter so much, we decided to print it in full.

My partner Sue and I are in our mid-seventies. We are regular shoppers at the Woolworths centre because we like the vibe. No disrespect to The Whitsunday Shopping Centre, they also have great shops and one can get a great coffee fix at both locations.

Today we were doing a bit of last minute shopping at Woolies and as you may expect it was packed. With all the items found we waited patiently at the quick check out.

Our turn came to be served, the efficient check-out-chick quickly totalled up our purchases, I presented my Woolies loyalty card

and was about to tap my debit card when a hand, with another card hit the pad.

This rather confused me and Sue. I was stunned. Looking back at the queue, there was an attractive, smiling young lady with twinkling eyes. We did not know her.

I admit I did need a shave and my attire was at best basic but this kindness brought a tear to the eyes of this sometimes crusty old fellow.

What amazing kindness!

Several weeks ago Sue ordered coffee and the chap preceding her had prepaid for it. More generosity. No more mister crusty, somehow I will endeavour to pass on the kindness.

Yours faithfully, Andrew R. McKay

In a challenging trek that would test even the most healthy and active adult, a group of primary-school-aged children embarked on the Honeyeater Trail earlier this week, participating in the inaugural New Year Family Hike.

Organised by Tim Oberg and Michael McConnell from Next Stars Sports Academy, this free community event was open to families participating in their coaching sessions plus any interested members of the community.

“It’s a great challenge for the kids, parents and their siblings,” said Tim.

“Everyone is aware on the Honeyeater Trail, but many haven’t done it – it’s pretty challenging!”

The group left from Café One3 in Airlie Beach and trekked upwards, completing a round trip of 7.5 kilometres.

They left on Monday, January 2 at 7am and returned by around 10am the same day.

“Some of the kids struggled,” said Tim. “But all the other kids were empathetic –they really supported each other – a lot of the girls were holding hands, and everyone motivated each other.

“That was exactly what we were hoping for, watching the kids helping each other was incredible and we were all really proud of them.”

Marvellous weather greeted the intrepid explorers and many passers-by stopped to

wish the group a happy New Year.

“A lot of people on the walk commented on how good it was to see so many kids doing the walk together and away from the screens,” said Tim.

“It was a great thing to witness and a really positive way to start the year.”

The next event is planned for June this year and Tim said they are hoping to get even more families involved.

Elton John Holidays Here This Year!

Family Survive Prossie Car Crash

AMackay couple and their three children were left trapped in their vehicle when it was involved in collision north of Proserpine just days after Christmas.

Tuesday, December 27, just after 1pm.

Sir Elton John is rumoured to have visited the Whitsundays over the Christmas period, landing on Hamilton Island before transiting to Hayman Island with his husband David and their two sons, Zachary and Elijah.

The legendary musician is in the country ahead of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road: The Final Tour which will see him play in Newcastle, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane in January before heading on to New Zealand in February.

His plane, a Gama Aviation Bombardier Global Express

bizjet M-EDZE, was first sighted when it landed at Hamilton Island Airport on December 27 and images were posted on the Central Queensland Plane Spotting Blog.

“The sleek Global Express is the personal ride of British singer Sir Elton John who was spotted, along with his partner, kids and several others,” read the blog.

From here, the family and their entourage headed to Hayman Island where absolute secrecy is promised and no further information was available.

Jet Ski Thief Gets Busted!

A27-year-old man from Tannum Sands has been arrested and charged with several offences following an alleged marine incident inside the Port of Airlie Marina at about 7am on January 3.

It’s alleged that police were advised of a stolen jet-ski being operated dangerously in the Port of Airlie.

It’s further alleged that upon police arrival officers located and arrested the operator of the jet-ski, which was also

then returned to the owner.

The 27-year-old man has been charged with trespass, unlawful use of a vessel, unlicensed operation of a vessel, disobey marine speed limit and disobey safety equipment obligations.

The matters will be heard via video link this morning at Rockhampton Magistrates Court.

Police are grateful for the assistance received from members of the public with the reporting of this incident.

The family had been travelling south from Townsville when a Toyota Prado allegedly crossed into their lane, crashing into the family’s Holden Ute on

Queensland Fire Service were able to extricate those trapped and the RACQ CQ Helicopter attended the scene, despatching injured patients to hospital.

A total of seven people were taken to Proserpine Hospital, but it is understood everyone involved have now been released.

Stolen Car Retrieved From Croc Waters

Avehicle that was stolen in Gympie in December has been found in the Proserpine River and, in order to retrieve it, emergency service personnel had to dodge a three and a half metre resident crocodile on a nearby bank.

Despite the dangerous local wildlife and the muddy, steep shoreline, officers reported that the vehicle was removed from the water without incident.

The 2014 model Kia Cerato was stolen from the Gympie home on

December 13 and discovered mostly submerged in tidal waters on December 29 where it had been dumped in the Proserpine River near Glen Isla Road.

The location is known as “The Landing” - a popular site amongst locals for fishing and known for its dense crocodile population.

With a strong focus on safety, the vehicle was removed from the waters with the assistance of officers from the Proserpine station, the Whitsunday Water Police, officers from the Police Dive Squad, per-

Tourism Looking Bright For 2023

Record numbers of tourists visiting the Whitsundays last year have set the region on an exciting trajectory for 2023 following the release of a report that stated domestic visitor numbers went up by 179 per cent compared to 2019 data.

The National Visitor Survey (NVS) revealed a record 923,000 domestic visitors came to the region, spending $1.5billion dollars in The Whitsundays.

It was also noted that visitors were staying longer and spending more with a total of 4.9 million nights in the year to 30 September 2022, an increase of 73% based on 2019 figures.

This comes as good news for a region where one in three jobs are reliant on tourism and bodes

well for a strong and stable 2023.

Tourism Whitsundays Chief Executive Officer, Rick Hamilton said these results cement what everyone in The Whitsundays already knows, The Whitsundays is the best place to holiday.

“Select domestic markets have always known about the attraction of The Whitsundays, but the growth we are seeing in domestic visitation shows that more of Australia is now familiar and confident about this unique holiday experience,” he said.

“These results once again underline the significant contribution tourism makes here. We have world-class operators, accommodation options and businesses all working to deliver outstanding holidays to vacationers

in The Whitsundays, whatever their budget.

While there has been a record increase in interstate travellers, 274,000 up 18.9 per cent on 2019, it is Queenslanders who are making up 69 per cent of visitors.

“It is encouraging to see more of Australia discovering and experiencing The Whitsundays because we can compete with anywhere in the world for the range of experiences, unique attractions and location,” Mr Hamilton said.

“However, Queenslanders are taking advantage of The Whitsundays, which is right on their doorstep.”

Tourism Whitsundays Chair, Ju-

lie Telford understands why The Whitsundays is getting record visitation from inter and intra state travellers.

“Queensland is such a diverse State and travelling within its border can take you through the rainforest, outback, surf beaches and the wonderful Whitsundays by car, bus, train, plane and boat. It’s no wonder we’ve seen so many Queenslanders rediscover their love of The Whitsundays,” she said.

“Visitors are staying an average of 5.2 nights this year, increasing almost a day compared to results from March 2022 because there’s so much to do and enjoy in The Whitsundays that every minute of that time can be booked onto a different experience.”

sonnel from the State Emergency Service (SES) and also Parks and Wildlife.

“Police are grateful for the assistance offered by all in the retrieval of the stolen vehicle from the water in these unique circumstances,” said a police spokesperson.

“Anyone who may have information about either the initial car theft from Gympie, or the dumping of the stolen car at this location is encouraged to contact police as soon as possible.”

Elton John and his family spent time at Hayman Island

The incident involved two vehicles which collided at speed: Photo supplied by RACQ CQ Rescue

The stolen vehicle was dumped in croc infested waters

The 2014 model Kia Cerato was removed without incident. Photos supplied

REFLECTING ON 2022, PLANNING FOR 2023

With

Andrew Willcox,

Happy New Year! I hope everyone has had a fantastic time over the festive season and if you are lucky enough to still be on holidays, please stay safe and enjoy your well-earned break.

2022 was a big year.

The start of the year saw our borders reopen and families reuniting at long last. It was the year that we farewelled our beloved Queen Elizabeth II and welcomed our new King Charles III to the throne. In 2022 our mighty NQ Cowboys came so close to the premiership. Fingers crossed the silverware falls into the right hands in 2023.

Of course, it was also the year our nation’s political leadership changed. I respect peoples’ choice to elect a Labor Government under Albanese, however I have significant concerns about the direction that Labor is leading us in.

The Dawson region punches well above its weight in terms of tourism, agriculture and mining. Our resources sector, made up of our hardworking men and women, contributes in droves to the wealth and prosperity of our nation keeping our lights on and our businesses running.

In the last days of 2022, Federal Labor introduced price caps to our coal and gas supply. History has shown that this jeopardises supply, jobs and businesses, and

Federal Member For Dawson

discourages investment. It’s not good news. This issue is squarely in my sights, and I will continue to hold the Government to account on their promise of cheaper (and reliable) energy for all Australians.

In 2022, the previous Liberal National Government committed to key projects being delivered locally. We set aside $420,000 for the Whitsunday Volunteer Marine Rescue who do magnificent work keeping us safe on the water. We budgeted and committed $50,000 for Proserpine State School P&C and another $80 million for the construction of the Bowen pipeline.

It was disappointing when Labor revealed they were canning the funding committed to these projects. I will continue to keep up the pressure, to see our region get the investment it deserves.

Speaking of pressure, when Labor neglected the north through the abolishment of the Northern Australia Committee, I made a racquet about it alongside my Coalition colleagues. Within a week, it was reinstated. I am proud to be on this committee, which works to ensure the north gets a fairer share of government spending.

More wins for our region include the Coalition’s Ag Visa agreement with Vietnam being honoured and Townsville AEIOU, education centre for children with Autism, received $2 million funding as previously committed by the Coalition. This shows

even in opposition we can achieve for our regions.

I’m 100 per cent committed to growing a stronger future for Dawson. There is a lot of hard work ahead.

As your Federal Member for Dawson, I want to hear from you about your ideas

and insights for our region. I’m here to take your voice to Canberra and fight for our great region.

Andrew Willcox’s office is at Level 2/45 Victoria Street, Mackay. His office is contactable on 4944 0662 or via email at andrew.willcox.mp@aph.gov.au

Action Group Seek Funds To Fight Port Of Airlie Development In Court

Local action group, Save Our Foreshore (SOF), are calling out for public support following news that legal action to fight the Council approved 47.7 metre high-rise development could amount to $150,000.

So far, all legal costs have been covered by donations but funds are running low and the legal costs are getting higher.

“To date we have paid for preliminary legal advice and all ongoing legal costs, including appearances of our solicitors and barrister to three preliminary hearings in Brisbane,” said spokesperson for SOF, Faye Chapman.

“We need to build our fighting fund now because prior to the actual seven-day court hearing our lawyers will require us to deposit funds in their Trust fund to cover the estimated costs of $150,000.”

SOF has engaged a planning expert, a visual impact expert and has also submitted laypersons statements in regards to visual

impact, storm surge and community expectations.

The main point of contention is that the approved development at Port of Airlie exceeds the recommended building height level for the site and a high-rise hotel on this land will become an eye sore.

SOF also believe that the development goes against the small-town-feel upon which Airlie Beach has built its tourism brand.

An approved town plan from ten years ago detailed a three to four storey resort for the site with a leisurely lagoon and tropical surrounds.

Many feel that the new development completely contradicts this town plan and SOF managed to get over 2000 signatures to support their fight.

They are now looking for additional financial support from the community and can be reached through their Facebook page.

The site of the approved 47.7 metre high-rise hotel. Image supplied

Federal Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox (centre) with Volunteer Marine Rescue Whitsundays team Mal Priday (left) and Roger Wadson (right). Photo supplied.

Developer Fixes Costs

Luxury Waterfront Residences Sell

Investors are reassured by a commitment to fix costs on luxury waterfront residences at the new Shute Harbour Marina Resort, a move that developers say will alleviate concerns about growing uncertainty with building prices.

The $350 million development project will include a large marina village with restaurants, retail outlets and a commercial heart.

In addition, there will be 58 luxury waterfront residences which will be located along the marina, each with their own private marina berth of between 25 and 35 metres.

“A key concern for buyers is the rapid increases and uncertainty surrounding building costs,” said Rob Taylor, of Taylors Property Specialists.

“The developers of Shute Harbour Marina are assuming this risk and giving price certainty to the buyer. Strictly limited numbers of guarantees are being made available.”

There are now two distinctive designs which have now been released at the fixed price of $3.45 million providing a collection of these luxury waterfront home-andberth packages for this exclusive residential enclave.

“These packages offer incredible value to secure a waterfront home at Shute Harbour Marina Resort in one of the most exciting developments in north Queensland in years,” said Mr Taylor.

“Not only are the Whitsundays at your doorstep, but these homes will be just a short stroll from Pier 61, a world-class mixed use marine village that will be the commercial and retail heart of Shute Harbour Marina Resort.”

The Tropicana and The Whitsundays are the two choices available at the fixed price.

The Tropicana’s two-storey main residence delivers an expansive 295sqm of enclosed living areas.

The upper-level master bedroom features a private owner’s study/retreat and deck, while the spacious second and third bedrooms are located in a private pavilion with undercover walkways connecting the pavilions.

The residence comes complete with a cooling plunge pool and the 25-metre berth right at its doorstep.

The Whitsundays delivers a modern three-bedroom design that captures incredible views of the marina.

This two-storey design is equally as spacious, with 295sqm of enclosed living areas and 2.7-metre-high ceilings helping to maximise the open areas on the lower level which are ideal for entertaining and relaxed tropical living.

A generous master suite is located on the upper level and the residence is completed with an 8 x 2.5-metre swimming pool overlooking a 25-metre marina berth.

Chamber

Happy 2023!

A town of contrasts at the moment with many enjoying a wellearned rest whilst others are enjoying the buzzing of a fully booked town and people everywhere as visitors and locals alike enjoy the festive season in paradise.

With 2022 behind us, it is time to consolidate on what has been another extraordinary year for local businesses - generally in a positive sense. Yet again, the business community of the Whitsundays demonstrated strength, resilience, adaptability and innovation across all industries and the foundation has been laid for solid growth well into the future.

The Chamber will continue to provide independent advocacy, practical support and educational networking opportunity to further strengthen businesses in the region.

A huge shout out and thanks to the five businesses that generously supported the NYE fireworks in partnership with Council to set the sky alight in Airlie Beach. atHotel Group, Airlie Beach Hotel, Cruise

Free Business Growth Workshop

Business owners and those planning to purchase or start their own business are invited to a free business workshop at Coral Sea Marina later this month.

Attendees can expect to learn key skills such as how to track and measure numbers in order to make smarter decisions, turn your marketing into an investment instead of an expense and leverage your time to maximise efficiency and results.

Additional supportive information includes learning how to attract, train and retain exceptional employees that deliver outstanding customer service.

The workshop is facilitated by Entrepreneurial Business School (EBS), a Sunshine Coast based coaching firm which has helped thousands of business owners scale

their practices so that they can eventually step out and let the enterprise run itself.

The event will be hosted by senior coach Wade Grundon who has operated his own business for many years and is an outstanding speaker.

During the workshop attendees will learn practical tools and will be given the skills to implement much of what they learn the following day.

Everything you need will be provided on the evening, including pen and paper.

“Simply turn up and be ready to listen,” said EBS marketing manager Tanya Proctor.

“We have hundreds of success stories, and it is not often you get a speaker of this calibre come to the Whitsundays.”

After the event, participants are invited to sign-up to the broader program which includes a community of thousands of business owners who attend a variety of events hosted by EBS Director and Master Business Coach, Bruce Campbell.

These include a six-monthly forum and large-scale functions which feature motivating speakers, inspiring case studies and avenues to set goals through further workshops.

WHAT: Free Business Growth Workshop

WHEN: Tuesday, January 17 from 5.30pm to 7pm

WHERE: Coral Sea Marina, Lookout Lounge

PRICE: Free

ChatWhitsunday, LiveLife Pharmacies and PRD each contributed $1000 to the event enjoyed by thousands.

Congratulates Clay Bauman on his successful campaign to be the councillor for Division 2 in a close finish. Our thanks also to the other candidates for putting their hands up to have an impact in the region.

Let’s not forget the Fair Work Legislation Amendment which will result in Industrial Relations changes in the following areas – Gender Pay Equality, Flexible Work Arrangements, Pay Secrecy, Fixed Term Contracts, Enterprise Agreements, Anti-Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and the introduction of paid Family and Domestic Violence Leave.

In response to these changes, the Chamber’s first networking event in February will focus on these changes with a HR expert guiding us through new HR best practise. See you all then!

Luxury living at a fixed

– new $3.45 million waterfront residences at Shute Harbour Marina Resort.

Photos supplied

Contributed with thanks to President of Whitsunday Coast Chamber of Commerce, Alan Milostic

Allan Milostic, President of the Whitsunday Coast Chamber of Commerce

Senior Business Coach, Wade Grundon, delivers the free workshop

Community Christmas Success

Kind volunteers spent their Christmas Day hosting a free community lunch at Whitsunday PCYC and over 60 people, many of them elderly, came along to share in friendship and food.

Paula Hovey and Phil Ruck cooked up an incredible festive spread with all of the contents donated by local businesses –Whitsunday Foodservices, atHotel Group, Fish D’Vine, Proserpine IGA, Whisper Gin Bar and Airlie Beach Bowls Club.

The event was organised by author of PJ’s Food Diary, Paula Hovey, Councillor Jan Clifford and Ingrid Ruck from Proserpine Community Centre.

There were also a host of volunteers who spent the day putting smiles on faces and gifts in hands.

One volunteer, Helen Pike, even found an older gentleman at the bus-stop on his way

home and offered him a lift to the event where he was filled up and made to feel special.

“It makes us really happy to be able to do it and know that people aren’t by themselves on Christmas Day,” said Paula.

Fallen Officers Remembered At Special Ceremony

Over 70 emergency services personnel, families and members of the public attended a special service in Bowen which was held to remember the fallen officers who passed away in the Wieambilla shooting just before Christmas.

Matthew Arnold, 26, and Rachel McCrow, 29 were both ambushed and murdered in a pre-planned attack by three assailants from the same family.

Four officers attended the scene to conduct a welfare check and two managed to escape - Constable Keely Brough, 28, who raised the alarm as she was hunted by the

attackers and Constable Randall Kirk, also 28, who was shot in the leg.

The incident sent shockwaves across the country when it occurred on December 12 last year and dozens of ceremonies to honour the fallen and their families were held in multiple locations on December 21.

The Bowen service was officiated by the Whitsunday Police Chaplain who led a small local service prior to the live stream.

Retired Police Sergeant David Blundell read the Police Ode and Councillors Mike Brunker and Michelle Wright attended to pay their respects on behalf of Whitsunday Regional Council.

Creating A Workplace Where We All Want To Be

We spend all our working week with the same group of people, fulfilling the same set of duties, something’s bound to start getting on your nerves. Why do our co-worker’s tick us off? Why do some people’s communication drive us crazy?

Learning how to handle different personalities is the first step to creating the workplace where we all want to be.

Invest in three hours a month to step out of work and start working on how to do things better.

You will quickly create and enjoy:

• Staff who are more motivated – which means they’re more likely to go above and beyond for your business

• Increased productivity and efficiency. A trained team wastes fewer resources, money and time, and they’ll produce a higher quality of work

• A trained workplace is a safe one. If you’ve trained your staff, you’ll reduce the number of accidents and incidents, which can be insanely costly

• A consistently awesome customer experience – increased loyalty and great reviews

As you embark on 2023 why not invest in your people and see how Shiift can create positive, sustainable change with minimal effort.

It’s easier than you think.

Judy Porter, Leadership and Workplace Culture Specialist at Shiift

Over 70 people attended a special service in Bowen which honoured the fallen police officers

Police Officers Matthew Arnold and Rachel McCrow died in December.

Photo credit: Queensland Police Union

Wreaths were laid outside the Bowen Police Station in their honour

Everyone enjoyed a colourful Christmas spread at Whitsunday PCYC. Photos supplied

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CCS

Cane variety performance for region

Variety % CCS Variety % CCS

Q183 23.49 12.34 Q242 8.55 11.13

Q240 19.87 12.20 KQ228 4.80 11.86

Q208 17.90 10.63 Q238 4.23 12.39

Q232 8.97 11.09 SP80 2.90 12.48

Comments:

Weekly Production Figures

Wilmar Sugar, Proserpine Mill Week 27, ending 31 December 2022

Despite some hindrances at the start of the week due to wet field conditions and some factory issues, the mill performed well in the latter half and finished the week 10,700 tonnes above forecast.

This week Season to date

Cane crushed 25,487 1,736,035

The average weekly CCS of 12.77 units was 0.17 units above budget

Average bin weight 9.02 9.59 CCS 11.12 13.77

The highest CCS sample was 14.82 units from a rake of Q208 ratoon in the Lethebrook Productivity District.

Cane variety performance for region

Variety % CCS

Q208 33.28 10.78 Q232 2.35 9.62 Q183 24.57 11.97 Q212 2.28 7.83 Q240 21.04 10.32 Q252 1.82 11.48

Growers are reminded that the 2023 farm forecast maps have been uploaded to GrowerWeb. Please update these with any changes for the 2023 crushing season. Contact the Proserpine logistics officer with any queries.

Variety % CCS

KQ228 3.18 10.38 Q238 1.46 10.25

Comments:

Additionally, the first end of season notice to growers has been uploaded to GrowerWeb. Further updates will be made in the same area.

A fantastic effort was made by mill employees and the harvesting sector to continue crushing through Christmas.

Wilmar Sugar plans to continue crushing through Christmas this year, provided there is adequate cane supply.

Unfortunately wet weather forced a stop to crushing operations from Christmas afternoon until Friday.

mid-11s and dropped to the mid-10s by the end of the week, averaging 11.12 units overall. This was 0.40 unitsdown on the previous week, but slightly above forecast.

Logistics officers are contacting growers to gauge their interest in harvesting over this traditional holiday period.

The highest CCS sample was 13.43 units from a rake of Q183 ratoon in the Cannon Valley Productivity District.

Sea level rises are not new. Following the last Ice age, as the world began to warm causing the massive polar ice caps to melt, sea levels all around the world began to rise. Over a period of 12,000 years (between 18,000 and 6000 years ago) the sea levels rose more than 120 metres.

Weekly throughput was 28,000 tonnes below forecast as a result.

With school holidays under way, we ask parents and carers to remind children that cane trains will continue to operate into January this season.

With the ongoing threat of wet weather impacting operations, growers have started to declare standover for the current season. Please notify our Logistics Officer if you are considering, or wish to declare, standover.

With school holidays under way, we ask parents and carers to remind children that cane trains will continue to operate into January this season.

Please keep your train brain switched on. Be alert, stay off our rail network and always give way to cane trains.

Please keep your train brain switched on. Be alert, stay off our rail network and always give way to cane trains.

CCS levels for the week started in the

Jed Page Cane Supply Manager Proserpine Region

Water ProgramsQuality On Track

Over the past weeks, we have been featuring stories on various water quality projects being delivered in the Mackay Whitsunday region, which are funded by the partnership between the Australian Government and the Great Barrier Reef Foundation. Regional programs, like those being delivered here in the Whitsundays, seek to work with landholders to refine farming practices now and into the future, leading to enduring water quality improvement.

To date nearly 400 farm-level projects are underway in the Mackay Whitsunday region, with all contributing to specific targets on reduction of pesticides and nutrients entering the Great Barrier Reef lagoon.

The Mackay Whitsunday Water Quality Program (MWWQP) targets are to reduce losses of Dissolved Inorganic Nitrogen (DIN) by 26 tonnes and pesticide active ingredients by 215 kilograms. Now over halfway through the program, modelling shows that these targets are expected to be met or exceeded by the completion date of June 2024.

Chris Dench, Program Manager for the MWWQP said that “the reporting to date is encouraging, and the significant

uptake of projects in our region highlights the commitment of growers to improve water quality on farm and consequently the quality of water that flows to the reef.”

The overall target of all regional water quality programs in Queensland is to reduce 457 tonnes of DIN, 463 kilotonnes of fine sediments and 250 kilograms of pesticides from entering the Reef.

More than 800 farmers and graziers to date are involved in projects that have contributed to the 187 tonnes of nitrogen, 229 kilograms of pesticides and up to 37 kilotonnes of fine sediment prevented from entering the Reef each year so far (GBRF Progress Dashboard).

Reporting on the outcomes of the projects from all regional programs is through the Paddock to Reef integrated monitoring, modelling and reporting program (Paddock to Reef) which is jointly funded by both the Australian and Queensland Governments.

For more information on the Mackay Whitsunday Water Quality Program or Paddock to Reef please visit www.reefcatchments.com.au

Contributed with thanks to Reef Catchments.

Although this happened erratically, with some very rapid rises and some halts, this does average out at a rise of 1 centimetre a year - or half a metre in the lifetime of someone who lived to the age of 50 - and must have come as a shock to the people who experienced them. Although there have been many fluctuations, it had been over 100,000 years since sea levels were high enough to flood the Torres Strait and Bass Strait. Before then, continental shelves all around the world had long been dry land.

About one-seventh of the land mass which was the

Australian continent at the end of the Ice age - two and a half million square kilometres - became submerged. This is equal to the present state of Western Australia. When rising quickly, the sea is likely to have drowned gently sloping plains in Northern Australia at the rate of 5 kilometres a year, inundating strips of land over 100 kilometres wide within a generation. Where the continental shelf sloped more steeply the rise would have been less dramatic but would have impinged on the people’s lives nonetheless - and they would have had no way of knowing that the sea would ever stop rising.

Memories of this sea level rise is preserved in mythology. All around the world there were tales of floods. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stories are particularly rich in references to inundation. Damarri, a Dreamtime figure of the Gungandji Aboriginal people,

from the Cairns area was caught out as the sea levels rose but managed to stop the flood by heating stones in a fire and throwing them into the sea. The rocks can still be seen, off the coast at Yarrabah.

Land which was inundated was not ‘lost’ to the people who traditionally include it in their tribal territories. For many indigenous people’s both land and sea, and the creatures which lived there, have a spiritual significance which is intimately linked to their particular creation beliefs and that sense of attachment was not destroyed simply because some of the land was covered with sea. New creation stories explain the origins of Islands and reefs and the inundated territory became ‘sea country’.

See the Reef, Love the Reef, Protect the Reef.

Contributed by Master Reef Guide Brent Chatterton.

Nearly 400 farm-level projects are underway in the Mackay Whitsunday region, aiming to reduce the number of pesticides entering the Great Barrier Reef lagoon. Photo: Stock image

Aboriginal stories spoke of inundated territory that became ‘sea country’

Jed Page Cane Supply Manager Proserpine Region

Chris Dench from Mackay Whitsunday Water Quality Program

Local Author Shares Anorexia Story

When Melinda Hutchings survived anorexia in her teenage years, she knew there would come a day when she would be able to share her story and help others through their own journeys.

It took her a decade to reach a place where she felt ready, but once she arrived at that moment, she was able to write her first novel in just six months and describes it as a complete outpouring of her heart and a “cathartic” experience.

“Anorexia is an insidious disorder and once it takes hold it’s very difficult to understand, and even more difficult to recover from. It is also hard for the people around you. It can be very difficult for loved ones to understand what I was going through,” said Melinda.

“Creating my first book was a very emotional experience and I would feel all those emotions again when I was writing it, so it was very hard. But then writing was another sense of letting go.”

Her novel Fighting for Life: Anorexia The Road to Recovery which came out in 2000, is a fictional story that details Melinda’s journey but is written in the third person so that it is more relatable.

“I had a desire to change my negative experience into something positive and write my story as a work of fiction so that other people can read it and something

in the journey of the main character may speak to them,” Melinda explains.

“I thought it would have more power and help more people if it was written that way.”

The book details the full journey of how the eating disorder took hold, the depths of the pain and then gives tools and advice for recovery and finding a way out.

Since its release, the book has inspired thousands of people and helped countless families understand what their loved ones are going through.

For Melinda, that is the most important part, and she recounts with tears in her eyes how she received one email that said: “I am well on the way to recovery and one of the reasons is you”.

After the success of her first book, Melinda released her second which was a compilation of stories from people who had lived through eating disorders.

Shortly afterwards, Melinda joined the authors circuit and spoke to large audiences, helping people understand more about the disease.

During this time, she made media appearances and became an inspiration to many.

In 2009 Melinda published Why I Can’t Look The Way I Want through Allen & Unwin which further cemented her career as a successful author.

Taking a break from the spotlight, she has focused on other projects for some time and recently moved from Sydney to the Whitsundays with her partner.

Melinda is now working on her next non-fiction book which is an inspirational story to help people embrace change and overcome adversity.

She is also ghost writing and editing a non-fiction book that has the potential to become an international best seller.

“For the person that is suffering right now, it is really important that they feel supported and loved and especially heard,” said Melinda.

“It can be very challenging for the people around you, but it is important that they just keep being supportive because that person needs you so much – it’s a difficult journey to understand and everyone’s journey is different - as hard as it is, just keep being there.”

Despite its geographical proximity to Bowen and Mackay in today’s travelling time, Proserpine was still a remote town at the turn of the 20th century with no railway connections and very rough roads. There was no resident doctor and no pharmacy. For most ailments, people relied on traditional remedies such as castor oil and senna pods. Messrs Gus Waite and Jim Webb, both with rudimentary medical training, gave relief to people suffering from toothache and may have rendered first aid in accidents. Childbirth was in the hands of midwives, mostly untrained but well experienced. Dr Traill, from Bowen, occasionally braved the road to provide a minimal service.

Enter Dr Anderson.

Although it is uncertain as to exactly when Dr Anderson came to Proserpine, there are references to his presence in this district in the “Port Denison Times” in the 1903/04 era. Henry Anderson was an undergraduate at the Royal University of Ireland and graduated as Bachelor and subsequently Master of Arts. He turned his attention to medicine and in 1884 obtained the Degree of Doctor of Medicine, taking up practice in Manchester, England. He came to Queensland in 1899

and began to practice in Thargomindah. Country life always appealed to him, and he practiced in turn in Springsure, Proserpine, Harrisville, St. George and Maleny.

By 1910, Dr Anderson was firmly established in Proserpine. He bought two acres of land in what is now Faust Street where the water tower stands today. There he built “Parkfields”, a beautiful home which included a surgery and private hospital and “The Grange”, next door, for his widowed father. This home was bought by the Faust family in 1915.

Dr Anderson played an active role in the rapidly developing town. He supported the establishment of an Ambulance Brigade, offering to give a course on first aid, and later served on the committee.

Early editions of the “Proserpine Guardian” attest to an amazing variety of medical and surgical emergencies, epidemics and accidents with which Dr Anderson had to cope – with rudimentary equipment and only very basic drugs and with little help from outside sources. There were no pathology services, X-rays or antibiotics and he even had to dispense his own drugs. There was little chance of consultations with other doctors and, until the hospital opened, few trained nurses. Yet he provided a general medical

coverage of the entire town and shire and obtained remarkable cures, gaining the respect of most of the community.

In 1911, when a public hospital was built after much community pressure, Dr Anderson was appointed Medical Officer and empowered to purchase the necessary instruments and drugs. Over the years, he served the hospital in many ways - as administrator, surgeon, physician, obstetrician, psychiatrist - and came up against many problems. He was constantly recommending measures that would improve the efficiency of the hospital.

Despite being a respected doctor, he never seemed to have a comfortable relationship with the Management Committee. He felt

that they were all business men who did not appreciate the right and responsibility of the Medical Superintendent to make all decisions concerning the care and treatment of patients. This conflict came to a head on numerous occasions.

Dr Anderson continued as doctor in charge and in private practice until he resigned in 1918. This was deeply regretted by many and affirmed by the large farewell given by the local community. He continued to practice in various small towns in Queensland until he retired to Sydney in 1921 and died there in 1924.

courtesy Proserpine Historical Museum; photo source from Mrs Zena Price

Story

Dr and Mrs Anderson with their son, later Dr Hugh Anderson

Author Melinda Hutchings shares her story of surviving anorexia

ith storm season in full swing, we are all reminded not to get complacent, but to keep vigilant and prepared in case a severe weather event comes our way.

On average, 11 cyclones hit Australia each year and four of them are likely to cross land.

While this may not seem like a lot, it only takes one to cause extensive damage.

In March 2017, Cyclone Debbie hit the Whitsundays and large areas were without water for over a week and had no electricity for two weeks.

During this time, residents needed to be self-sufficient and resilient.

Will you be prepared if this happens again this year?

Here’s what you need to do:

• General maintenance: check the condition of your roof tiles, clean out gutters, trim trees and secure lose items

• Home preparation: Make sure you

have an emergency pack, a torch and batteries, wide masking tape for windows, containers for water, spare fuel, portable gas stove top or BBQ and hessian bags

• During a severe weather warning: Close windows or shutters, fill buckets and bath with clean water, park vehicles under cover, move all family members to the strongest room of the house

• Keep connected: Listen to the radio and head to the Whitsunday Regional Council Disaster Dashboard where you will be able to keep up with real time information about the weather event

Cyclone season takes place from November to April each year and the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) will issue warnings when a severe weather event is expected to hit within 24 hours.

During this small window the shops may be full, and supplies can run out so it is best to ensure you are prepared ahead of time.

“It’s One Big family!”

Deciding on the right pair of shoes for your child is an important part of the back-to-school process – of all the ‘tick list’ items you need to get your children prepared for the start of a brandnew year, giving them the solid foundations of quality and supportive footwear is paramount.

At Shoe Biz, the Whitsunday’s premier footwear supplier, the passionate team will welcome you into their store and treat each foot individually, just like they treat each person.

The family run business has been operating for over 30 and has two stores, one in Airlie Beach town centre and a second on Proserpine Main Street.

General Manager Andrew Allison says that, after all this time, it is the people they serve that matter most.

“It’s the generations and generations we get to serve,” he said.

“Most people know me, we’ve seen families come through, kids, parents, grandparents – those kids are now having their own kids – it’s like one big family!”

Andrew’s parents, Richard and Pamela bought the business in the early 1990’s because they wanted to create a place where

all their family could work.

Both their children and grandchildren have grown up and worked in the stores over the years and, with Richard recently retiring, Andrew oversees operations while Pamela looks after the administration side of the business.

Andrew has been working in the business since the family purchased it, and he says that fitting shoes properly is a skilled part of the job that he has perfected over the years.

“We fit them, and we fit them properly to make sure they are comfortable,” he said.

“We are experienced and over the years customer feedback has meant that we only stock the best brands at a range of price levels to suit any budget.”

From Assics and Sketchers through to the more affordable Sfida, Shoe Biz only supply brands that they vouch for themselves.

Every customer is offered a personal fitting service as part of the price, as well as the “good old fashioned service” which is always included.

You will always see Andrew or Pamela there to greet you at the Airlie Beach store while Liz DeMartini will welcome you at the Proserpine location.

Here in the Whitsundays, we are lucky to have beautiful and accessible nature at our doorstep and, in the cool of the morning or late afternoon, our parks and green areas are full with the sound of children’s laughter.

When the new school term starts, however, it is very easy to slip into a routine where outdoor play is replaced by technology, tired eyes are easily occupied by a screen.

With recent studies showing that the average American child spends just four to seven minutes a day playing outside and a whopping seven hours a day in front of a screen, it is now more important than ever to get our children outside.

Kids who play outside are known to be happier, better at paying attention and less anxious than kids who spend more time indoors.

Here are some other advantages:

It builds confidence - Letting your child choose how they treat nature means they have the power to control their own ac-

DID YOU KNOW?

• Children can laugh up to 300 times a day, the average adult only laughs about 20 times

• Babies under the age of one do not understand the difference between right and wrong

• A four-year-old will ask on average 437 questions a day

tions.

It provides different stimulation – while technology can appear stimulating, it can actually be numbing. Outside activates more senses where you can see, hear, smell, and touch outdoor environments.

It gets them moving - Not only is exercise good for kids’ bodies, but it seems to make them more focused, which is especially beneficial for kids with ADHD.

It makes them think - Nature creates a unique sense of wonder for kids that no other environment can provide. This encourages kids to ask questions about the earth and the life that it supports.

It reduces stress and fatigue - urban environments require directed attention, which forces us to ignore distractions and exhausts our brains. In natural environments, we practice an effortless type of attention known as soft fascination that creates feelings of pleasure, not fatigue.

Information sourced from Danielle Cohen from the Child Mind Institute.

Fantastic Facts For Kids

• Caterpillars have 12 eyes

• Horses and cows sleep standing up

• Wombats do square poos

• A hippo can run faster than a man

• Kangaroos can’t walk backwards

• A shark is the only fish that can blink with both eyes

• A group of frogs is called an army

• Octopuses have blue blood and nine brains

• Gorillas burp when they are happy

• Emperor penguins can last 27 minutes

underwater

• Slugs have four noses!

Shoe Biz General Manager Andrew Allison with mum Pamela in the background

Back To School – The Countdown Begins!

As the holidays draw to a close many families have a mixture of feelings. While it is sad to see the excitement and fun of summer days and free time disappear, many parents may secretly be looking forward to the return of the school routine and less time juggling playdates between work commitments.

Whatever the new school year means to you and your family, it is undoubtedly important to start getting prepared in the final few weeks of the holidays. Build an air of excitement around the new year, get engaged with your children’s learning and set goals for your family.

Here are a few ideas that could help you along the way:

Encourage

Similar to adults, children will feel motivated by setting achievable goals that are presented in a fun and engaging way.

In fact, research shows that kids who participate in setting learning goals are consistently more motivated and take learning more seriously.

Ask your children what they want to aim for this year, what they would like to improve or challenge themselves with.

Engage

It is important that you engage with your child’s curriculum so you can understand areas they may need to improve and also be there to assist with any stress triggers as they arise.

Most kids deal with some level of stress or anxiety about school. One survey found that 53 per cent of parents cite homework and schoolwork as the greatest driver of stress in their kids.

You do not need to know the answers to their homework, you simply need to know what they are being asked to complete.

Prepare

On the week before school starts it could be a good idea to begin a new routine which is conducive to longer days of study, giving them energy to last all day.

A big part of this is ensuring children have

enough sleep and, during school holidays, bedtimes often get thrown out of whack.

Try instilling a rule of no technology an hour before bed and gradually bringing their bedtime back to school suitable hours, that way the transition is not so much of a shock.

Get Excited!

Granted, holidays are fun and free whilst school terms can be more about structure and schedules, but that doesn’t mean you can’t add a little excitement to the start of a new school year.

Going shopping for school supplies together and letting kids pick out their own pens, notebooks and other school supplies can help them get excited about going back to school, even if it means the shopping trip might take a bit longer.

Also keep in mind that kids are often quick to pick up on our attitudes towards things, so try to speak positively about school and emphasise the positive aspects of it, such as their friends and teachers or the cool things they’ll have a chance to learn.

Information in the article sourced from Marianne Stenger from Open Colleges Australia.

Puss In Boots: The Last Wish GIG GUIDE

Friday 6th Jan

• The Pub: Sheeran Out Loud (2-5.30pm)

• The Pub: Acoustic Sessions, Andy Mammers (7-10pm)

• Grandview Hotel, Bowen: Paul Berger (from 7pm)

• KC’s: Aaron Saxon Trio (8pm-late)

• Hotel Metropole: Shaun Diver (8pm-late)

Saturday 7th Jan

• The Pub: Sex & Chocolate (2-5.30pm)

• The Pub: Acoustic Sessions, Andy Mammers (7-10pm)

• Grandview Hotel, Bowen: Paul Berger (from 7pm)

• KC’s: Lloyd Saunders (8pm-late)

Sunday 8th Jan

• The Pub: Sex & Chocolate (2-5.30pm)

• The Pub: Acoustic Sessions, Joe Boshell (7-10pm)

• KC’s: Aaron Saxon (8pm-late)

Monday 9th Jan

• KC’s: Kaeden McCarthy (8pm-late)

Tuesday 10th Jan

• KC’s: Kaeden McCarthy (8pm-late)

Wednesday 11th Jan

• KC’s: Sam McCann (8pm-late)

Thursday 12th Jan

• The Pub: Acoustic Sessions, Chris Booroff (7-10pm)

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t’s school holidays.So, what does that mean? – A lot of things, sure. Kids everywhere, tired looking parents, an uptick in coffee consumption. But, I’ll tell you one thing it means for certain: A seemingly endless onslaught of animated features created specifically for children which curmudgeonly movie reviewers are tasked with watching and critiquing. The same gents who could – and certainly would - pick apart Citizen Kane, giving it a passing grade of C-.

Perhaps, like the grinches that they all are, these light-hearted festivals of fun can remind them what it means to be a kid – and their hearts might just grow three sizes that day.

In the case of Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, the heart-growing is in full swing.

The feat from director Joel Crawford to accomplish anything with a film that is a sequel to a spin-off of a series 20-years old is exceptional. And that’s undoubtedly helped by the cast at his disposal, the veteran pair of Antonio Banderas (as Puss)

and Salma Hayek (Kitty Softpaws).

Discovering that his passion for adventure has taken its toll - burning through eight of his nine lives - Puss sets out on an epic journey to find the mythical Last Wish and restore his nine lives. Channelling Indiana Jones, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish is a whimsical treat.

The world of Shrek has always been replete with humour, particularly in its ability to embrace storytelling tropes, as well as breaking them in hilarious ways. And that’s the strength of writer Tommy Swerdlow’s script – it takes that manic,

Grimm’s Fairytale world and turns it up to 11, adding in the spice of a Spaghetti Western.

As well, there’s a surprising elegance to the film’s animation, pushing the envelope of what we expect as an audience accustomed to two decades of Shrek and its spinoffs. Through a new, stylised approach, this film is as fresh and fun as they come.

Puss in Boots: The Last Wish is showing at the Bowen Summergarden Cinema now. Movie Review by Declan Durrant

Want to be included in our weekly event guide? Email rachael@mackayandwhitsundaylife.com to find out more. WHAT'S ON January 5-11 Lyle, Lyle Crocodile showing at PEC 5-11 Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody showing at PEC 12-23 Avatar: Way of The Water showing at PEC 12-23 Puss In Boots: The Last Wish showing at PEC 13 Double Movie on the Foreshore –Barnyard followed by 101 Dalmatians 14 Cut-Out Party (ticketed event) at Proserpine Showgrounds 16 Breathing Classes every Monday at Dynamic Health & Fitness 16 Breathing Classes every Monday at EvoPrime Fitness 17 Business Growth Workshop (free event) at Coral Sea Marina 19 Zonta meeting every 3rd Thursday 6-9pm at VMR 23 Breathing Classes every Monday at Dynamic Health & Fitness 23 Breathing Classes every Monday at EvoPrime Fitness 26 Whitsunday Slimefest at Whitsunday Sports Park February 2 Collinsville Parenting Support Program at Collinsville & Scottville Playgroup 4 Sports Expo at Whitsunday Sports Park 6 Breathing Classes every Monday at Dynamic Health & Fitness

“AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER” (M) 190mins Action/Adventure/Fantasy

Jake Sully lives

with his newfound family formed on the planet of Pandora. Once a familiar threat returns to finish what was previously started, Jake must work with Neytiri and the army of the Na’vi race to protect their planet. Stars: Zoe Saldana, Sam Worthington, Sigourney Weaver

10.00am 6.15pm

12.15pm 8.30pm Sat 7th Jan & Sun 8th Jan

10.00am 3.00pm 8.00pm 12.15pm 8.30pm 12.50pm 4.00pm 5.50pm

10.00am 6.15pm

10.00am 6.15pm

12.15pm 8.30pm

12.50pm 4.00pm 5.50pm

Mendes (voice)

“I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY” (M) 146min Biography/Drama/Music

The joyous, emotional, heartbreaking celebration of the life and music of Whitney Houston, one of the greatest female R&B pop vocalists of all time. Tracking her journey from obscurity to musical superstardom. Stars: Stanley Tucci, Naomi Ackie, Tamara Tunie

Wed 11th Jan 10.00am 3.00pm 8.00pm

Boys

There’s no need to get Downhearted this Australia Day, in fact it is time to get Reckless with one of our country’s most iconic bands – Australian Crawl Tribute Show.

Featuring on Saturday, January 21 and then joining forces with INXS Revived for an incredible afternoon of live music on Australia Day, these Melbourne-based musicians have been performing live for over 30 years.

Lead singer Mark Tinni (AKA James Reyne) formed the band five years ago and they have since been playing at large venues across Victoria, developing a huge cult following.

Their success got the attention of Australian Crawl’s Drummer who reached out to Mark Tinni.

“We were contacted by the original drummer and we’ve since become personal friends,” said Mark.

“There are three Australian Crawl Tribute Bands in the country, and we are the only one that has been formally endorsed

On Australia Day

which has opened a lot of doors for us.”

Mark developed a passion for music when he was nine years old and by the time he was 15 he had become a drummer and a singer for a band in what he calls a “bit of a Phil Collins thing”.

By the time he turned twenty, Mark put down the drumsticks and focused on vocals.

For two years he received musical tuition from Peter Cousens which cemented his singing career and set his future on a new trajectory – bringing music to thousands of people through various cover bands performing across Victoria for the next 30 years.

Despite his musical success paying tribute to a multiple of famous acts, Mark always remembers the moment he first heard Australian Crawl.

“I was at a roller-skating rink when I was 17 when I first heard ‘The Boys Light up’ and I remember saying to my cousin that it was incredible,” said Mark.

“I remember feeling so inspired back then

and this hasn’t changed since!”

When Mark got a “new lease on life” five years ago he immediately knew he wanted to start a tribute in their honour and, bringing together a host of other professional musicians, he hasn’t looked back since.

This will be their first time performing in Airlie Beach and Mark says the audience can expect to be transported back to the 80’s.

“We will play a heap of great songs that unfortunately some people may have forgotten about,” he said.

“When we’re finished, people always say that they can’t believe how many good songs they had!”

Australian Crawl are still performing today, and the tribute performance includes songs from the 80’s all the way through to present day.

You can catch Reckless in their debut Airlie Beach performance on Saturday, January 21 for some sweet Aussie summer vibes.

On Australia Day they will be performing again from 12pm and their set list includes all the hits like Errol, The Boys Light Up, Beautiful People, Oh No Not You Again and of course, Reckless.

At 3pm that afternoon the INXS REVIVED Show celebrates and honours both the memory of Michael Hutchence and the band by bringing back to life the halcyon days of INXS.

This show will take the audience all the way from their self-titled debut and onto Elegantly Wasted and faithfully reproduces the live spectacle INXS were famous for.

WHAT: Australian Crawl

WHEN: Saturday January 21 from 2pm –5.30pm

Thursday January 26 from 12pm

WHERE: The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel

WHAT: INXS REVIVED

WHEN: Thursday January 26 from 3pm

WHERE: The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel

This Australia Day the Whitsunday Sportspark will be transformed into a giant family-friendly slime fest and the whole community is invited to come together to get wet, messy, and of course slimed!

A series of fun obstacle courses will challenge participants, an inflatable waterslide will excite and lots of happy volunteers armed with spaying slime will add to the exhilaration of the day.

Make sure you wear some clothes you don’t mind getting ‘slimed’ and bring with you some water, a towel and some sunscreen.

Attendees can complete the course as many times as they want and are able to compete with teams or family members.

The cost is $5 per person or $25 for teams or families.

All proceeds go directly back into local projects that directly help disadvantaged youth.

The day begins with registration at 9.30am and the Slime Fest will start around 10am.

Before this, there will be a Welcome To Country and Smoking Ceremony officiated by the local Indigenous people.

Organiser and Youth Space Coordinator, Renee Buckley, said this was an important part of the day.

“We are all part of the same family, and we share the same story,” she said.

“Australia Day is a time to ‘Respect and Reflect’ and it was important we included everyone in the community.”

There will be a sausage sizzle and lamingtons on the day and refreshments for sale.

Renee is also hoping to confirm some local live entertainment in the coming weeks.

“We are very excited to put this together and do something a little different,” she said.

“The kids love water fights, and they love slime so we thought – what better way to celebrate Australia Day than this!”

The event has been organised by Proserpine Youth Space and was made possible by a grant from the National Australia Day Council.

WHAT: Whitsunday Slimefest

WHEN: Thursday, January 26

WHERE: Whitsunday Sportspark

Photo credit: Leandra Mollica

Swimming Into 2023

SWIMMING

While many of the Cannonvale Cannons had a break from swim training over Christmas, there was a dedicated crew who have kept up their swim fitness. Every afternoon, swimmers enjoyed a blend of fitness and fun during training sessions.

The coaches would like to commend Koa Harland, Ruby Harland, Tate Harland, Mason Harland, Harris Delac, Tora Delac, Declan Dichieria and Maeve Dichieria, Isaac Pisaniello and Isabella Pisaniello, Zane Clayworth and Jax Clayworth for

consistently attending swim training and trying their best.

Zach Trefz has been one of the top trainers over the past few weeks. He puts in a mighty effort in every set. On Friday afternoon, swimmers enjoyed a game of water polo. Senior ‘stand out’ players were Lucas O’ Toole, Tora Delac, Connor Lee, Austin Edwards-Bland, Mason Harland and Jax Clayworth. Not to be out done, the junior top performers were Declan Dichiera, Ruby Harland, Koa Harland and Andie Reynolds.

This week, swimmers kickstart 2023. The

coaches, Ken Crittenden and Mark Erickson are very excited that 20 swimmers have signed up to do a goal setting workshop and junior swimmers have signed up to participate in a dive workshop.

The coaches are also impressed that so many swimmers are keen to improve their cardiovascular fitness and build their endurance and muscle strength. Swimming is a great workout because you need to move your whole body against the resistance of the water. It tones muscles and builds strength. Some swimmers train for fitness and fun and others train for competition.

Airlie Bowls News

BOWLS

Happy New Year to everyone that lives here in paradise, and what wonderful news we have from our board, whom are set on making our bowls club a great place for patronage.

Starting with $5 per year membership for all non-dedicated bowlers and some great new food offerings to be announced shortly. If you want to come and get discounted drinks etc all you pay is $5 for 12 months membership.

We also hope to announce shortly a major sponsorship for our school children’s program currently being finalised by our own workaholic Margo

Stanley which will involve Cannonvale state school, Proserpine state school, last year’s winners St Catherine’s school and of course the Christian College school.

Last year our Men’s Team finished 20 points in front of every other Bowls Club in our district including the big clubs from Mackay, so if you’re keen to learn, free lessons are available at the club from resident coaches Margo Stanley and Mark Mawson.

Don’t hesitate to contact the club where Bar Manager Fiona Greener, is ready to take on all comers.

Manny Isgro, Nik Fernbach and John Fielding all had an

amazing year for the boys, whilst Betty Nicole, Carol Crosbie, Lyn Graham, Betty Whitehorn and Helen Hunt had amazing performances for the girls.

Tony Whitehorn, Rick Galea and Col Morris also did amazing work around the club.

Some very sad news came with the passing of Bob Ward just before Christmas, he will be very sadly missed and not having him around will be hard for all members.

Bobby Ward is probably already arranging bowls games in heaven.

Contributed with thanks to Mark Mawson.

Proserpine Golf Club Weekly Report

GOLF

Adam Maggs played well last Wednesday in very heavy conditions to score 36 points, with John Clark and Brian Allen coming in 2nd and 3rd with 33 and 31 points respectively.

Adam and Brian also won the nearest the pins on the day.

On Thursday, 62 players played with visitor Ben Rosenthal coming in first place in Division One with 40 points, closely followed by Darren Reynolds on 39 points and Brett Norris on 36 points.

Jalen Jarvis, also on 40 points won Division Two with Scott Milne edging out Logan Devery on a countback with 39 points.

NTP’s were won by: Brendon Meharry, Brendan Spann, Paul Nicol and Ben Rosenthal.

Saturday results: Tiina Randmae was

the best of the ladies on Saturday with 34 points, followed by Sherri Meade on 32 and Peta Thomas on 28 points. Sherri won 2 NTP’s and Tiina also won a NTP

Ben Raymant enjoyed the heavy conditions posting 40 points to win the men’s competition, ahead of Andrew Colborne and John Dodds, both on 35 points.

NTP’s – Brad Fleet, Sam Marschke and Shaun Tyrell. Only two people managed to score in the two shot club, Rob Stanley and Shaun Tyrell.

On Sunday, 10 players were in good enough condition on New Year’s morning to play a competition! Well done!

Michael Jarvis was the winner with 38 points, followed by Karl Kirkwood and John Clark on 36 points.

Contributed with thanks to Proserpine Golf Club.

The Cannonvale Cannons Swimming Club resumes Club Nights from January 11 and the first carnival of the season will be held in Ayr on January 14. New swimmers and their families are welcome to come and try club swimming.

Contributed with thanks to Raylene Rasmussen.

Dive practice during the last week of December

Triathlon Club’s Big December

The Whitsunday’s premier triathlon club had an enormous December, being represented at two amazing events to end 2022.

Greg Martin completed the full Ironman in Busselton, Western Australia, representing the Whitsunday Triathlon Club (WTF), while Mark McConkey and Karen Maddock completed the Taupo 70.3 half Ironman in New Zealand.

Mr Martin – or ‘Marto’ to his friends - turned 60 this year and completed his fifth Ironman since he turned 20, roughly one each decade.

His triathlon career has taken him to competitions at home in Australia, and abroad to France and Switzerland.

Locals Mark McConkey and Karen Madden trained hard with the aim of conquering the 70.3 in New Zealand in December.

Mr McConkey had completed many half Ironman distance events but this was Ms Madden’s first endeavour at this distance as an individual.

The pair travelled all the way to Lake Taupo in New Zealand for this iconic event, which they both completed totally spent but thrilled.

They were confronted with a cold, freshwater swim unlike the warm Whitsunday waters.

Mr McConkey said he “looked up at one stage to see a Maori War canoe fully crewed keeping an eye on swimmers!”

The 500-metre run uphill to transition was daunting with the cold and rainy conditions. Trying to change into cycle gear was a real challenge.

The bike course on open roads also had challenging head winds, cross winds and steady drizzle. Both entered the run course with heavy legs and sodden gear when halfway through, the sun came out and both came home with severe wind and sun burn.

“Overall, a very picturesque course with some tough conditions and challenging sections but well worth the

experience of completing a Half Ironman,” Mr McConkey said.

Whitsunday Triathlon Club President Michael Kimpton said they were extremely proud of the efforts its members.

“They train hard, focus on achieving and enjoy the friendship of the sport of Triathlon,” Mr Kimpton said. “Everyone is now looking forward to our home event the Airlie Beach Triathlon on July 30. Looking forward to as many locals as possible to give it a go, and to the rest of the community for support and encouragement.”

Mr Kimpton said volunteers were still being sought and are an essential part of making this event happen.

“Feel free to visit our website and check out the benefits of helping to keep this Iconic annual race going,” he said.

“Well done, Marto, Karen, and Mark. Looking forward to bigger and better challenges in the future as our club blossoms with new exciting talent.

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Greg Martin completed the full Ironman in Busselton, Western Australia. Photos supplied

Locals Mark McConkey and Karen Madden competing in New Zealand in December

Perfection With Passion

Showcasing an impeccable standard in design and finishing, the flow from the entry to the rear entertaining pergola of this lovely home is flawless. An impressive one-year-old Allan Trinder build that is renowned for its superior quality throughout, you will love the segregated master bedroom with its impressive walk-in robe, and the sleek and seductive ensuite. With four bedrooms in total, one of which has been converted to a media room for movie buffs, there is also a separate study for working from home when you must. Enjoy comfort at your leisure with an inviting open living area in harmony with an elegant galleystyle stone bench kitchen containing leading Bosch appliances, a walk-in pantry, and ducted air conditioning with a 13.2 kW solar system to crunch the power bills.

Spill out to the pergola for BBQs with friends while watching the kids splash about in the refreshing inground pool, all surrounded by landscaped gardens and lush green lawns. This is a massive 1007m2 block giving side vehicle access to both the left and right side of the home with a massive 260m2 concrete driveway acting as the gateway to the double garage as well as mammoth-sized 8 x 9m shed plus mezzanine with 3.6m high roller door. The features and benefits of this pristine property will dwarf most other homes on the market, and you can make the transition even easier by including the furniture to be part of the package.

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FRIDAY

6.00 Escape From The City. 7.00 News. 10.00 Searching For Superhuman. 11.00 Rick Stein’s Road To Mexico. 12.00 News. 1.00 Belgravia. 1.45 The Truth About Getting Fit At Home. 2.45 Back Roads. 3.15 Gardening Aust. 4.10 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Aust Story. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 5.55 Old People’s Home For 4 Year Olds. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Camilla’s Country Life. (M) 8.30 MOVIE: The Child In Time. (2017) (M) 10.00 Miniseries: The Accident. (M) 10.50 Troppo. (M) 11.45 Miniseries: Us. 12.40 Rage. 5.00 Rage.

6.00 Rage. 7.00 Weekend Breakfast.

SATURDAY

9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Vera. (M) 2.00 Midsomer Murders. (PG) 3.30 MOVIE: Strictly Ballroom. (1992) (PG) 5.00 Hard Quiz. (PG)

5.30 Inside Dame Elisabeth’s Garden.

6.30 Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Call The Midwife. (PG)

8.30 Midsomer Murders. (M) Barnaby gets caught up in a local myth.

10.00 Unforgotten. (M)

10.50 A Life In Ten Pictures: Tupac Shakur. (M)

11.40 Rage. (MA15+) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Australia’s Remote Islands. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News.

12.30 Landline: Summer Series.

SUNDAY

1.00 Movin’ To The Country. 1.30 Monty Don’s American Gardens. 2.30 Call The Midwife. 3.30 Victoria.

4.15 Grand Designs: House Of The Year. 5.05 Camilla’s Country Life. 6.00 Antiques Roadshow. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.30 Vera. 10.00 Wreck. 10.50 Operation Buffalo. 11.40 Parkinson In Australia.

12.30 China’s Artful Dissident. 1.30 Victoria. 2.15 Rage. 4.05 Classic Countdown. 5.00 Think Tank.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Hawke: The Larrikin And The Leader. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. 12.00 News. 1.00 Vera. 2.40 Back Roads.

MONDAY

3.10 Gardening Aust. 4.10 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Aust Story. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 5.55 Old People’s Home For 4 Year Olds. (PG) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads. (PG)

8.30 To Be Advised.

9.30 A Life In Ten Pictures. (M) 10.25 Our Brain. (PG) 11.20 News. 11.35 Midsomer Murders. (M) 1.05 The Detectives. (M) 2.05 Operation Buffalo. (M) 3.05 Rage. 4.30 Think Tank. 5.30 7.30.

TUESDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Rick Stein’s Road To Mexico. 12.00 News. 1.00 Stateless. 1.50 Agatha Raisin. 2.40 Back Roads. 3.10 Gardening Aust. 4.10 Long Lost Family. 4.55 Aust Story. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 Old People’s Home For 4 Year Olds. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Brush With Fame. 8.30 Love On The Spectrum. 9.25 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. 10.15 The Truth About: Boosting Your Immune System. 11.10 News. 11.30 Miniseries: The Accident. 12.15 Silent Witness. 2.15 Rage. 4.00 One Plus One. 4.30 Think Tank. 5.30 7.30.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Monty Don’s American Gardens. 11.00 Rick Stein’s Road To Mexico. 12.00 News. 1.00 Stateless. 1.55 Agatha Raisin. 2.45 Back Roads. 3.10 Gardening Aust. 4.10 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Aust Story. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 Old People’s Home For 4 Year Olds. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 QI. (M) 8.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 9.20 Utopia. (PG) 9.45 Miniseries: Us. (M) 10.45 News. 11.05 To Be Advised. 12.00 Midsomer Murders. (M) 1.35 The Detectives. (M) 2.30 Rage. (MA15+) 4.00 One Plus One. 4.30 Think Tank. 5.30 7.30.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.55 The Great Australian Bee Challenge. 12.00 News. 1.00 Stateless. 1.55 Call The Midwife. 3.15 Gardening Aust. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Aust Story. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 Old People’s Home For 4 Year Olds. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 You Can’t Ask That. 8.30 Grand Designs: House Of The Year. 9.20 A Life In Ten Pictures. 10.15 Movin’ To The Country. 10.45 News. 11.00 Love On The Spectrum. 11.55 Top Of The Lake: China Girl. 12.55 Top Of The Lake: China Girl. 1.55 Rage. 4.00 One Plus One. 4.30 Think Tank. 5.30 7.30.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.30 WorldWatch. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The World’s Greatest Palaces. 2.55 Great Asian Railway Journeys. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 5. Highlights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Engineering Reborn. 8.30 Inside Central Station. 9.25 Why Buildings Collapse. 10.20 SBS News. 10.50 Gomorrah. 11.45 Gomorrah. 12.40 Gomorrah. 1.35 The Kimberley Cruise: The Full Journey. 3.40 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.30 WorldWatch.

12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix. NHK Trophy. Highlights. 4.00 Europe’s Greatest Train Journeys. 4.55 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 6. Highlights. 5.55 Railway Journeys UK. 6.30 News.

7.35 Costa Concordia: Why She Sank.

9.25 The Sean Connery Paradox.

10.25 Great Escapes With Morgan Freeman. 11.15 MOVIE: Swimming With Men. (2018) 12.55 The Indian Pacific: The Full Journey. 4.00 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Going Places. 9.30 Cycling. Road National Championships. Women’s race. 11.30 RNC Studio Show. 12.30 Cycling. Road National Championships. Men’s race. 5.00 Going Places. 6.00 Railway Journeys UK. 6.30 News. 7.30 Battle Of Britain: 3 Days To Save The UK. 10.10 Princess Diana’s Wicked Stepmother. (PG) 11.05 Travel Man’s Greatest Trips. (PG) 12.00 Travel Man’s Greatest Trips. 12.55 The Indian Pacific: The Full Journey. 3.35 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.05 WorldWatch. 2.00 The World’s Greatest Palaces. 2.55 Great Asian Railway Journeys. 4.05 Jeopardy!

4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 8. Highlights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Michael Mosley’s Health Intervention. 8.30 Heritage Rescue. 9.30 Secrets Of Playboy. 10.20 SBS News. 10.50 Reunions. 11.50 We Are Who We Are. 12.55 We Are Who We Are. 2.55 We Are Who We Are. 3.55 Going Places. 4.55 Destination Flavour. 5.00 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 BBC News At Six. 7.30 WorldWatch. 9.00 Peer To Peer. 10.00 Tennis. Kooyong Classic. Day 1. 4.00 Cook Up Bitesize. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stages 1 to 8. Highlights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Who Do You Think You Are? US. 8.30 Pelosi’s Power. (M) 10.00 The Artist’s View. (M) 10.30 SBS News. 11.00 Cheyenne & Lola. (MA15+) 12.05 Unit One. (M) 4.15 Going Places. 4.45 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.30 WorldWatch. 4.00 Cook Up Bitesize. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 9. Highlights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Britain’s Beautiful Rivers. 8.30 Britain’s Secret Islands. 9.25 Tokyo Vice. 10.35 SBS News. 11.05 Dignity. 12.00 The Night Manager. 12.55 Shadow Lines. 2.35 Shadow Lines. 3.25 The Late Session. 4.25 Going Places. 4.55 Destination Flavour. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.30 WorldWatch. 9.00 Peer To Peer. 10.00 Tennis. Kooyong Classic. Day 3. 4.00 Cook Up Bitesize. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 10. Highlights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 8.30 Our Law. 9.40 War Of The Worlds. 10.35 SBS News. 11.05 L’Opera. 11.55 An Ordinary Woman. 3.55 Filthy Rich And Homeless. 4.50 Destination Flavour. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Cricket. Third Test. Australia v South Africa. Day 3. Morning session. 11.30 Test Cricket: The Lunch Break. 12.10 Cricket. Third Test. Australia v South Africa. Day 3. Afternoon session. 2.10 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 2.30 Cricket. Third Test. Australia v South Africa. Day 3. Late afternoon session. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. 8.30 MOVIE: The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers. (2002) 12.05 The Good Doctor. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 Test Cricket: The Lunch Break. 12.10 Cricket. Third Test. Australia v South Africa. Day 4. Afternoon session. 2.10 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 2.30 Cricket. Third Test. Australia v South Africa. Day 4. Late afternoon session. 5.00 News. 5.30 Creek To Coast. 6.00 News. 7.00 MOVIE: A Dog’s Journey. (2019) 9.15 MOVIE: The Sapphires. (2012) 11.20 World’s Most Shocking Emergency Calls. 12.20 The Good Doctor. 1.20 Travel Oz. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 Get Clever. 5.00 My Greek Odyssey.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.10 Cricket. Third Test. Australia v South Africa. Day 5. Afternoon session. 2.10 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 2.30 Cricket. Third Test. Australia v South Africa. Day 5. Late afternoon session. 5.00 News. 5.30 Weekender. 6.00 News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 34. Sydney Thunder v Sydney Sixers. 10.00 7NEWS Spotlight. 11.00 World’s Most Shocking Emergency Calls. 12.00 The Good Doctor. 1.00 Australia’s Most Amazing Homes. 2.00 Shopping. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 News. 12.00 Home And Away. 2.00 Surveillance Oz. 2.30 Beach Cops. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 35. Hobart Hurricanes v Melbourne Stars. 10.00 The Spin. 10.30 Motorway Patrol. 11.00 Highway Cops. 11.30 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. 12.30 Australia’s Most Amazing Homes. 1.30 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Nancy Drew. (2007) 2.00 Australia’s Deadliest. 2.30 Beach Cops. 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 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 36. Adelaide Strikers v Melbourne Renegades. 10.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. (PG) 11.30 Death Row: Countdown To Execution. (MA15+) 12.30 The Good Doctor. (PG) 1.30 Travel Oz. (PG) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Nancy Drew And The Hidden Staircase. (2019) 2.00 Australia’s Deadliest. 2.30 Beach Cops. 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 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 37. Brisbane Heat v Perth Scorchers. 10.30 Crime Investigation Australia. (MA15+) 12.00 Australia’s Most Amazing Homes. (PG) 1.00 World’s Deadliest. (M) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Harry And Meghan: Becoming Royal. (2019) 2.00 Motorbike Cops. 2.30 Beach Cops. 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 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 38. Melbourne Stars v Adelaide Strikers. 10.00 Disasters At Sea. (PG) 11.00 Ambulance: Code Red. (M) 12.00 MOVIE: Ice. (1998) (M) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 Tennis. United Cup. Day 8. Semifinal. 3.30 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.30 Afternoon News. 5.00 Hot Seat. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Tennis. United Cup. Day 8. Semi-final.

9.30 MOVIE: Lethal Weapon. (1987) (M) Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Gary Busey. 11.40 Murder For Hire. (M) 12.30 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00 Take Two. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Skippy.

6.00 Weekend Today. 9.00 Tennis. United Cup. Day 9. Semi-final. 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.00 Arctic Vets. 3.30 Dream Listings Byron Bay. 4.30 Destination Australia. 5.00 News. 5.30 Country House Hunters Australia. 6.00 Nine News Saturday. 7.00 Tennis. United Cup. Day 9. Semi-final. 9.00 MOVIE: Maid In Manhattan. (2002) (PG) Jennifer Lopez, Ralph Fiennes, Natasha Richardson. 11.10 To Be Advised. 1.30 Destination Australia. 2.00 TV Shop. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG)

6.00 Drive TV. 6.30 Destination Australia. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Bondi Lifeguard World Adventures. 11.00 Take Me Home. 12.00 Tennis. United Cup. Day 10. Final. 3.30 Arctic Vets. (PG) 4.00 Great Getaways. (PG) 5.00 News. 5.30 Territory Cops. (PG) 6.00 Nine News Sunday. 7.00 Tennis. United Cup. Day 10. Final. 10.00 To Be Advised. 11.00 The First 48. (M) 12.00 Murder For Hire. (MA15+) 1.00 Drive TV. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 Take Two. 5.00 News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: The Clue To Love. (2021) 1.50 Talking Honey. 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Hot Seat. 5.30 News. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 RBT. (PG) 8.30 Queen: Days Of Our Lives. (M) 11.00 The Equalizer. (MA15+) 11.50 Almost Family. (M) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 ACA. 5.00 News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Mr Mom. (1983) 1.50 Explore. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Hot Seat. 5.30 News. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Travel Guides. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE: Mr & Mrs Smith. (2005) (M) Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Vince Vaughn. 11.00 La Brea. (M) 11.50 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (M) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 ACA. 5.00 News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Undercover Blues. (1993) 1.50 Talking Honey. (PG) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Hot Seat. 5.30 News. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Escape To The Chateau. 8.30 To Be Advised. 11.20 The Thing About Pam. (M) 12.10 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.00 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 ACA. 5.00 News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 The Talk. 7.00 Ent. Tonight.

7.30 Judge Judy. 8.00 Bold. 8.30 Studio 10. 11.00 Wildlife Rescue. 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 1.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG) 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 GCBC. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News.

6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PG)

7.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M)

9.00 MOVIE: Mad Max: Fury Road. (2015) (MA15+) Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult.

11.25 MOVIE: The Gentlemen. (2019) (MA15+) 2.00 Home Shopping. 5.30 Infomercials. (PG)

6.00 Morning Programs. 7.00 Escape Fishing. 7.30 Freshly Picked. 8.00 Exploring Off The Grid. 8.30 What’s Up Down Under. 9.00 GCBC. 9.30 The Savoy. 11.30 Farm To Fork. 12.00 My Market Kitchen. 12.30

Jamie’s Easy Meals For Every Day. 1.00 MOVIE: My Spy. (2020) 2.55 MOVIE: Dear John. (2010) 5.00 News. 6.00 Bondi Rescue. 6.30 Hungry. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS: LA. 8.30 FBI: International. 10.30 MOVIE: Never Too Late. (2020) 12.30 Shopping. 3.30 Infomercials. 4.00 Shopping. 4.30 Authentic. 5.00 Hour Of Power.

6.00 Morning Programs. 7.30 Tomorrow’s World. 8.00 Luca’s Key Ingredient. 8.30 Freshly Picked. 9.00 Destination Dessert. 9.30 Bold. 12.00 Waltzing Jimeoin. 12.30 GCBC. 1.00 My Market Kitchen. 1.30 Everyday Gourmet. 2.00 Luxury Escapes. 2.30 Farm To Fork. 3.00 Taste Of Aust. 3.30 Exploring Off The Grid. 4.00 All 4 Adventure. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Sunday Project.

7.30 The Graham Norton Show. 8.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. 9.30 FBI. 10.30 FBI: International. 12.30 The Sunday Project. 1.30 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

6.00 The Talk. 7.00 Farm To Fork. 7.30 GCBC. 8.00 Everyday Gourmet. 8.30 Ent. Tonight. 9.00 Judge Judy. 9.30 Bold. 10.00 Studio 10. 12.00

10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. 2.00 Bondi Rescue. 3.00 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Judge Judy. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Bachelors Australia. (PG)

9.20 Last King Of The Cross Sneak Peek.

9.25 MOVIE: Second Act. (2018) (M) 11.30 The Project. 12.30 Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

6.00 The Talk. 7.00 Farm To Fork. 7.30 GCBC. 8.00 Everyday Gourmet. 8.30 Ent. Tonight. 9.00 Judge Judy. 9.30 Bold. (PG) 10.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 2.00 The Bachelors Aust. (PG) 3.50 Ent. Tonight. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project.

7.30 The Bachelors Australia. (PG) 9.00 NCIS. (M) NCIS investigates the death of a Navy reservist. 11.00 The Project. 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6.00 The Talk. 7.00 Farm To Fork. 7.30 GCBC. 8.00 Everyday Gourmet. 8.30 Ent. Tonight. 9.00 Judge Judy. 9.30 Bold. 10.00 Studio 10. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 2.00 The Bachelors Aust. (PG) 3.30 Judge Judy. (PG) 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News.

6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Bachelors Australia. (PG) 9.10 Fire Country. (PG) 10.10 Bull. (M) 12.00 The Project. 1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

6.00 The Talk. 7.00 Farm To Fork. 7.30 GCBC. 8.00 Everyday Gourmet. 8.30 Ent. Tonight. 9.00 Judge Judy. 9.30 Bold. 10.00 Studio 10. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. 2.00 The Bachelors Aust. 3.40 Ent. Tonight. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Ambulance Australia. (M) 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M) 9.30 The Murder Of Grace Millane. (M) 10.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) 11.30 The Project. 12.30 Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning. ABC TV SBS SEVEN NINE TEN

7.30pm Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

8.30 Movie: Eat Pray Love. (2010) (M, R) Julia Roberts, Javier Bardem, Richard Jenkins.

10.45 Doctor Who. (PG, R) 11.35 Death In Paradise. (M, R) 12.35am Killing Eve. (MA15+, R)

1.15 The Trip To Greece: 1 – Troy To Kavala. (PG, R) 1.50 Close.

7.30pm Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M, R) 8.15 Live At The Apollo. (M, R) 9.00 Melbourne Comedy Festival: The Gala. (M, R) 10.00 The Set. (M, R) 10.35 Doctor Who. (PG, R) 11.25 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R) 11.55 Staged. (M, R) 12.20am Bliss. (M, R) 12.45 Wreck. (MA15+, R) 1.30 Fleabag. (M, R)

7.30pm You Can’t

Ask That: Postnatal Depression. (M, R)

8.30 To Be Advised.

9.20 Louis Theroux: Altered States: Choosing Death. (M, R) 10.25 Dinosaurs Of The Frozen Continent. (R) 11.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R)

12.05am George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 12.55 Close.

7.30pm Attenborough

And The Empire Of The Ants. (R)

8.25 Long Lost Family. (PG, R)

9.10 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 10.00 Australia Remastered. (R)

10.55 Lucy Worsley: Agatha Christie Mystery Queen. (PG, R)

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

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R)

8.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

10.30 Australia’s Big Backyards. (PG, R)

11.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R)

12.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

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

6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)

8.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

9.30 Escape To The Perfect Town. (PG, R)

10.30 Penelope Keith’s Hidden Villages. (PG, R)

11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)

12.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

6.00pm Air Crash

Investigation: Special Report. (PG, R)

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

8.30 Britain’s Busiest Airport: Heathrow. (PG, R)

9.30 Air Crash Investigation. (PG)

11.30 Air Crash Investigation: Special Report. (PG, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R)

8.30 Inspector Morse. (M, R)

10.50 Cities Of The Underworld: Dracula’s Underground. (PG, R) 11.50 Doc Martin. (PG, R) 1.00 Medical Emergency. (PG, R)

1.30 Better Homes And Gardens. (R)

5.30pm

Country. (R)

6.00pm American Pickers: Best Of. (PG, R)

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Storage Wars. (PG)

8.30 Movie: The Replacements. (2000) (M, R) Keanu Reeves, Gene Hackman.

11.00 Movie: Disaster Movie. (2008) (M, R)

12.45 The Cleveland Show. (M, R)

2.00 American Restoration. (PG, R)

6.00pm Last Car Garage. (PG, R)

6.30 Secrets Of The Supercars. (PG, R)

7.30 Air Crash Investigation. (PG, R)

9.30 Mighty Trains. (PG, R)

10.30 Mighty Ships. (PG, R)

11.30 Full Custom Garage. (PG, R)

12.30 Last Car Garage. (PG, R)

6.00pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 34. Sydney Thunder v Sydney Sixers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 American Pickers. (PG)

8.30 Movie: 13 Hours: Secret Soldiers Of Benghazi. (2016) (MA15+, R)

11.30 The Cleveland Show. (M, R) 1.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

6.00pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 35. Hobart Hurricanes v Melbourne Stars.

7.30 American Pickers. (PG)

8.30 Movie: Lethal Weapon 4. (1998) (MA15+, R) Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Jet Li. 11.05 The Cleveland Show. (M, R)

2.00 Billy The Exterminator. (PG, R)

6.00pm Tennis. United Cup. Day 8. Semi-final.

7.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 Queens Of Mystery. (M, R)

8.30 Movie: The Rainmaker. (1997) (M, R) 11.10 House. (M, R)

12.05 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

12.30 My Favorite Martian. (R)

4.00pm Tennis. United Cup. Day 9. Semi-final. 7.00 Movie: Escape From Alcatraz. (1979) (PG, R) Clint Eastwood.

9.15 Movie: The Deer Hunter. (1978) (MA15+, R) Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken, John Savage.

1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)

6.30 Scorpion. (PG, R) 7.30 Bull. (M, R)

8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 9.25 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R) 10.20 Evil. (MA15+, R) 11.15 Star Trek: Discovery. (PG, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.30 Two And A Half Men. (PG, R)

10.30 Nancy Drew. (M) 11.30 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

5.45pm The Joy Of Painting With Bob Ross. (R)

6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG, R) 7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Hoarders. (M)

9.20 The Language Of Love. (MA15+)

10.20 Deep Inside The Sex Factory. (MA15+, R) 11.10 VICE News Tonight.

6.00pm Soccer. A-League Men. Matchweek 11. Melbourne City v Western United. 9.15 JAG. (PG, R) 10.15 MacGyver. (PG, R) 11.10 48 Hours. (M, R) 12.05 SEAL Team. (M, R) 1.00 Hawaii Five-0. (M, R) 2.00 Evil. (MA15+, R)

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

6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.15 Friends. (PG, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R) 1.15 Infomercials. (PG, R)

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

6.05pm Australia’s Forgotten Islands. (PG, R)

7.00 The Fast History Of Toys.

7.30 Impossible Engineering. (PG)

8.30 Big Fat Quiz Of The Year 2022. (R)

10.00 RAW Comedy 2022. (MA15+, R)

11.40 American Gods. (MA15+, R)

4.30pm Tennis. United Cup. Day 10. Final. 7.00 To Be Advised. 11.30 House. (M, R) 12.30 My Favorite Martian. (R) 1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 48 Hours: A Killer In The Family Tree. (M, R) 11.15 Star Trek: Discovery. (M) 12.45 SEAL Team. (M, R) 1.40 In The Dark. (M, R)

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

6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.00 Friends. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 1.30 Charmed. (PG, R)

5.20pm Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 7. Highlights.

6.20 Bob Ross: The Happy Painter. (PG, R) 7.30 Abandoned Engineering.

8.25 RocKwiz Salutes The Legends. (PG, R) 9.25 Radio Hate. (MA15+) 11.15 WWE Legends. (MA15+, R) 12.45 Detective Chinatown. (M, R)

5.00pm Tennis. Adelaide International. Tournament 2. Day 1. Night session. 9.30 New Amsterdam. (M, R) 10.30 House. (M, R) 11.30 Snapped. (M) 12.30 My Favorite Martian. (R) 1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 Scorpion. (PG, R) 7.30 Bull. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 In The Dark. (M) 11.15 48 Hours. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.30 Seinfeld. (R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.30 Becker. (PG, R)

5.45pm The Joy Of Painting With Bob Ross. (R) 6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG, R) 7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Taskmaster. (M) 9.25 Hypothetical. (M) 10.20 WWE Legends: Shawn Michaels. (M, R) 11.55 The Clinton Affair. (M, R) 12.50 South Park. (M, R)

Hunt. (R)

Midwife. (M, R)

Manhunt. (M, R)

The Pembrokeshire Murders. (M, R)

(MA15+, R)

R)

Midwife. (M, R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R) 6.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 36. Adelaide Strikers v Melbourne Renegades. 7.30 Outback Truckers. (PG, R) 9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. (M, R) 10.30 Train Truckers. (PG, R) 11.30 Jade Fever. (PG, R)

5.00pm Tennis. Adelaide International. Tournament 2. Day 2. Night session. 9.30 The Closer. (M, R) 10.30 Rizzoli & Isles. (M, R) 11.30 Snapped. (M) 12.30 My Favorite Martian. (R) 1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 Scorpion. (PG, R) 7.30 Bull. (M, R) 8.30 My Life Is Murder. (M, R) 9.25 Bull. (PG, R) 10.20 48 Hours: What Happened To The Perfect Child? (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R) 12.45 Infomercials. (PG) 1.15 Home Shopping.

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (M, R) 9.30 Mom. (PG, R) 10.20 Becker. (PG, R) 11.10 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG, R)

Wreck. (MA15+)

Paradise. (M, R) 5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R) 7.30 Father Brown. (M, R) 8.30 To Be Advised. 9.30 Kavanagh QC. (M, R) 11.15 Medical Emergency. (PG, R) 11.45 Surf Patrol. (R) 12.15 Father Brown. (M, R)

Beach Cops. (PG, R) 11.30 Crash Investigation Unit. (PG, R)

Favorite Martian. (R)

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

11.30

12.30

Infomercials. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 2.00 Hawaii Five-0. (M, R) 6.00pm Friends.