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This week I would like to dedicate my Editor’s Note to all the kind individuals that helped motorists that were stranded during the recent flooding event which saw the Bruce Highway completely cut-off four three days.

Last week in our ‘Flooded With Kindness’ story we featured the incredible volunteers who assisted at the Bowen PCYC.

This week, we would like to share the story of some selfless Proserpine locals who fed, clothed and warmed the hearts of individual motorists and the numerous ‘truckies’ whose vehicles were banked up along the highway.

On the Sunday night Ingrid Ruck from Proserpine Community Centre received a message from three stranded motorists who were trapped without shelter, unable to get any accommodation and with rain pelting down.

could be opened and by midday the Proserpine Entertainment Centre (PEC) was made available.

Within a few hours 30 stranded motorists came to the shelter and Ingrid was tasked with making sure they were comfortable. Ingrid and her husband brought chairs from the community centre and then called Chris from St Paul’s Op Shop where they were given blankets, jumpers, towels and other essential items.

As evening came along Ingrid realised noone had been fed so she rang Steve from the Proserpine Lions and, because it was too late to rally his team of BBQ chefs, he added funding to Ingrid’s resources and the pair were able to deliver kebabs, pizzas and hot chips for everyone.

“We had to feed the people!” said Ingrid. “You should have seen their faces when we arrived – it was incredible.”

time five volunteers from the Lions had arrived to serve one of their classic BBQs.

“We must have cooked over 200 burgers!” said Steve Thompson from the Proserpine Lions.

“It’s what we do, it’s what we’re about.”

That afternoon Ingrid received a call from the Proserpine Impact Church asking what they could do and, with trucks backed-up along the highway, it was decided they would feed the truckies.

A call was put out on the radio and some of the congregation hand delivered burgers to the grateful drivers.

The Church also opened its doors and offered the truckies hot showers.

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It was late at night so Ingrid directed them to the BP service station where they received permission to park their car undercover for the evening and use the facilities.

First thing the next morning, Ingrid greeted the travellers and offered them a shower at the community centre. She then called the Council to see if an emergency shelter

schedules; from standard gardening services such as lawn mowing and maintenance, weeding, hedging and pruning; to large-scale garden rejuvenation including landscaping and irrigation.

By the end of the evening 50 people were now being sheltered at the PEC and support from the local community was flooding in.

The next morning one lady delivered freshly baked muffins and fruit, another cooked a quiche and biscuits, and by lunch

Everyone in the community came together to support those who were struggling – a four-month old baby and its family were given the last available room in town, those who had run out of necessary medication were shown how to get scripts and people who had no Australian currency left were assisted.

“Everybody just jumped in to help and it was a pretty cool experience,” said Ingrid.

“Our community is very special.”

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The Proserpine Lions cooked over 200 burgers in one day

Mayor Julie Hall (centre) with some volunteers

Blankets were donated by St Paul’s Op Shop

Rangers conducting track work in Conway National Park, near Airlie Beach, were shocked to find a monster cane toad beside the Conway Circuit last week.

The discovery has generated interest from all over the country because of its enormous size.

Dubbed “Toadzilla”, the cane toad was found to weigh a whopping 2.7 kilograms and was swiftly transported to the Queensland Museum where she will be on display as the largest of her kind on record.

Cane toads were introduced into Queensland in 1935 to control the cane beetle and have since been recognised by

the Commonwealth Government as a key threatening process to the nation under the national Environment Biodiversity and Conservation Act 1999.

Ranger Kylee Gray found the gigantic amphibian and said she was thrilled with the discovery.

“A cane toad that size will eat anything it can fit into its mouth, and that includes insects, reptiles, and small mammals,” she said.

“We believe it’s a female due to the size, and female cane toads do grow bigger than males.

“I’m not sure how old she is, but cane toads can live up to fifteen years in the wild – so

this one has been around a long time. “We’re pleased to have removed her from the national park.”

The discovery of Toadzilla in the Conway National Park highlights the significant impact that cane toads can have on the local ecosystem.

It is important to continue mon itoring the population and re moving them from the wild to protect native wildlife. The community is also encouraged to report any sightings of cane toads in the Whitsundays area to the relevant authorities.

Cane toads are not widely spread

through rainforests, but will penetrate these areas along roads and walking tracks such as the Conway Circuit where Toadzilla was found. They can be fatally poisonous to wildlife, have caused local extinctions of some of their predators, compete with native species for sheltering sites and food resources. While they primarily feed on insects, they are opportunists and will also take small vertebrates.

Australia Day Award Recipients Announced

Individuals that have made an outstanding contribution to the community this year were honoured at a special ceremony held at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre (PEC) on Thursday.

This is the first time the Australia Day awards were staged as one inclusive and united community celebration following a decision by Councillors last year to consolidate the separate events across the Whitsundays.

Collinsville retained their Collinsville Community Association Australia Day Awards which were announced at a special breakfast attended by Mayor Julie Hall.

The inaugural Whitsunday Australia Day regional event began with a family fun day which included free activities, live music and a free barbecue for all.

The official Citizenship Ceremony and Australia Day Awards were then opened by traditional owners with a Welcome to Country and a smoking ceremony.

Mayor Hall said it was an honour to be involved in her first Australia Day Awards Ceremony.

“I am extremely proud of the fantastic Whitsunday community we live in,” she said.

“One of the great delights of Australia Day every year is the opportunity to honour the commitment and achievements of outstanding individuals within our com-

munity.

“These regional awards are all about acknowledging our community heroes who have made positive contributions to the lives of others, without asking for anything in return.

“It is the community spirit and thoughtfulness of the people in our region that makes the Whitsundays such a special place to live,” Mayor Hall said.

“The award winners today are true champions and their passion for our community should be an inspiration to us all.”

Alongside the Australia Day Awards, 27 new citizens from 10 different countries were welcomed to the Whitsunday region.

“I am so excited to welcome these new residents to our community,” Mayor Hall said.

“Many of the new citizens have already contributed a great deal to our workforce and our community and we warmly welcome the prospect of your future contributions.”

The Whitsunday Australia Day celebrations and award ceremony will now rotate across the region each year while the community organised traditional Citizenship breakfast at Collinsville will still take place.

The full list of the Whitsunday Region Australia Day Award Winners 2022 are as follows:

Whitsunday Regional Council Awards

Community Event of the Year Award - Bowen Neighbourhood Centre & Cooinda Family Fun Day

Volunteer of the Year - Marlene Reiffel

Environmental Achievement Award - Kidz at the Beach Childcare Centre

Arts and Cultural Award - Lisa Stanley

Citizen of the Year Award - Graham Smith

Young Citizen of the Year Award - Mac Rogers

Senior Sportsperson of the Year Award – Anne-Marie Attlee Kehres

Collinsville Community Association Australia Day Awards

Citizen of the Year – Graham Smith

Young Citizen of the Year – Jack Groocock

Community Event of the Year – Springlands Campdraft Association Young Sports Award – Rilee Mackie

Senior Sports Award – Gregory Fuller

Environmental Achievement Award – Carol Cosentino

Volunteer of the Year Award – Christine Pennay

Flood Recovery Underway

The flood waters have receded but much of the impacts of the flooding remain and can be seen in the region’s destroyed gravel roads, frequent potholes, the build-up of debris in culverts and our eroded beaches.

Recovery works have begun and Council crews are already embarking on repairing damage, aiming to finish the majority of works by the end of this month.

The stinger net at Cannonvale Beach has now been cleaned of debris and re-instated, the beach has also been re-graded and evenly distributed.

Council’s 1200-kilometre gravel road network was most affected as a result of erosion caused by flood inundation.

Gloucester Avenue, Saltwater Creek Road and Collinvale Road all received significant damage and assessment of other roads is still underway.

The old, lower-level Ted Cunningham Bridge has been assessed and works have commenced to reinstate the approaches

and removal of debris.

Council aim to have the bridge operating for vehicle traffic up to a 10-tonne limit by today.

“The severe weather event “Nimbosus” caused significant interruptions to traffic along the full length of the Bruce Highway and brought local traffic to a standstill for three days,” said a Council spokesperson.

“Council’s staff and outdoor teams, contractors and emergency response personnel have done an excellent job in responding to the event and reopening the region quickly in a safe and efficient manner.

“Whilst full recovery from this event will take some time Council asks the community to have patience whilst we work towards bringing all assets back to normal operations.

“Council reminds road users to drive to the conditions and to be mindful of the impact of the rain event whilst travelling through our region.”

A digger redistributes sand on Cannonvale Beach The accumulation of debris on Inverdon Bridge

Willcox Slams Flood-Vulnerable Roads

Federal Member for Dawson, Andrew Willcox MP, has vented his frustration about the lack of funding given to flood-proof our local roads, stating that the government have been too slow to use over $30 million that has been allocated to provide improvements to two known flood spots.

The region is slowly returning to normal following last week’s flooding disaster which saw the Whitsundays become like an “island” where the Bruce Highway was completely cut-off from both the north and the south for four days.

During this time hundreds of people were displaced or stranded and the direct line for supplies were cut leaving supermarket shelves bare for days and farmers unable to transport produce.

Mr Willcox believes the delays and disruption were highly unnecessary and could have been avoided if the allocated government funding had been used to make improvements as promised.

“Our Bruce Highway is an essential route for locals and tourists. Its closure has been a stark reminder of how vital it is,” he said.

“Flooding events in the tropics are common and our major highway should be able to withstand these kind of weather events.

“The flooding of the Bruce Highway has resulted in a hit to our local economy, with

businesses shutting, people not being able to get to work, and goods not being delivered to towns.

“Towns like Ayr and Bowen couldn’t get grocery supplies delivered to them when the road was closed.

Frustrated by delays and budget cuts, Mr Willcox says the Whitsundays should get what it deserves in terms of flood protection and an accessible highway.

“In places like Goorganga flood plains, $12 million of funding from the Coalition Government has been lying dormant because the state government have failed to come up with a plan. It’s a disgrace,” he said.

“In my time as Mayor of the Whitsunday Regional Council I lobbied and secured almost $30 million from the previous Coalition Government to provide flood immunity to Hamilton Plains, the main connection from Airlie Beach to Proserpine.

“Why has this vital work not been completed? I will continue push the State Government on this issue.”

When Federal Infrastructure Minister Catherine King was asked about flood proofing the highway on Wednesday, she failed to commit any funding to the flood affected highway.

Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development, Bridget McKenzie, has been to Dawson to advo-

cate for upgrades to the Bruce Highway, however, Mr Willcox believes that it’s time for Minister King to come North and see why “we’re crying out for funding”.

“I will gladly give the Minister a tour of the Bruce to show the condition it is in,” he said.

Mr Willcox is also dismayed that Prime Minister Anthony Albanese didn’t look at the roads when he visited the region last week.

“I was disappointed that he didn’t see the dismal state of our highway or meet with his state government counterparts to hold them to account on the progress of the upgrades,” said Mr Willcox.

Since 2013, the Federal Coalition Government had a 10year, $10 billion commitment to upgrade the Bruce Highway, to improve safety and flood immunity and bust congestion to reduce travel times for motorists and freight.

With the regional elements of the Bruce Highway program funded on an 80:20 basis, the Coalition’s $10 billion commitment to the Bruce Highway has contributed to most of the funding to the Queensland Government’s $13 billion Bruce Highway

Upgrade Program.

In the October 2022 Budget, Federal Labor made several decisions to cut funding to specific Bruce Highway upgrade projects over the forward estimates. These funds have been ‘reprofiled’ to years beyond the forward estimates.

One of Australia’s most loved sporting heroes and advocate for the awareness of domestic violence, Chloe McCardel, is visiting the Whitsundays next week to give a series of talks to help inform and empower the community.

Heading to St Catherine’s Catholic College on Tuesday morning to talk to the students, Chloe will then meet aspiring swimmers at Cannonvale Swim School.

She will then host a Whitsunday Christian College event where all the community are invited to listen to a presentation about Chloe’s personal struggles with domestic violence.

Sergeant Nigel Dalton will also be present, and he will follow with an easy to understand talk about domestic violence legislation which includes information about subjects such as coercive control and social media.

Of course, many attendees will also be eager to hear about Chloe’s swimming career and there will be an opportunity to ask her questions on the evening as well.

Chloe is the holder of the World Record for the longest ocean swim which stands at

an impressive 124.4 kilometres.

She has also completed 44 solo swims of the English Channel which is another World Record.

These impressive achievements are testament to her resilience, inner strength and determination – skills which she imparts on her audience throughout her motivational speeches dedicated to helping and inspiring others.

You can see her speak at the Whitsunday Christian College on Tuesday night from 6pm.

WHAT: An evening with swimmer Chloe McCardel

WHEN: Tuesday, January 31 from 6pm

Whitsunday Christian College

Federal Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox says our highways should not have flooded if allocated funding had been spent on improvements. Photo supplied

Marathon swimmer Chloe McCardel and Sergeant Nigel Dalton when they visited Bowen last year. Photo supplied

Meet Reef Crusader James Unsworth

Monitoring and protecting the reef is no longer a task reserved for scientists, it is now a big part of the job for many people working in the local tourism industry.

Government incentives have assisted with funding to enable operators to engage with environmental projects and a rising trend in tourists seeking eco and educational tours has heightened the demand for meaningful experiences.

Ocean Rafting’s Environmental Manager, James Unsworth encounters this every day with the huge variety of reef protection projects that he is tasked to oversee.

In November during the annual coral spawning event, he was part of a team that conducted the Boats 4 Corals initiative.

Coral spawn was captured and left to culture in large nets before it developed into larvae and was out-planted into the reef.

“Only one in one billion eggs survive to being an adult,” said James.

“And the coral takes three to five years to grow so we have not seen results yet.

“But larvae has settled on the tiles which suggests it is settling on the reef so it is looking positive.”

James is also involved with the Coral Restoration Project through the Coral Nurture Program.

Branching coral that has broken off the reef is collected and “given a second chance” when it is

replanted using a coal clip that connects it to the reef bed.

Ocean Rafting has a coral garden at Luncheon Bay where coral is planted and monitored.

“With all the methods we use we try and have as little human impact as possible,” said James.

“We don’t want to play God, the reef is able to recover on its own, we are just giving it a little helping hand.”

Another initiative close to James’ heart is the Rapid Monitoring excursions where he hosts school groups and shows them how to collect data, count sea cucumbers and other marine life while providing educational talks to inspire the next generation.

Moving forward, he is excited about the Reef Protection Initiative which is a government funded project that will allow Ocean Rafting teams to spend 150 days over 18 months conducting reef surveys.

Through Reef Health and Impact Surveys, Ocean Rafting can collect data and report back to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Parks Authority (GBRMPA) who manage the reef and decide on the location of moorings, zones and reef protection markers.

A total of 80 per cent of the Ocean Rafting staff are trained in reef monitoring and James is proud to be part of the team.

Local farmers are invited to apply for grants that will enable them to erect fences along the riverbanks in their property thanks to Federal Government funding.

The fencing will help better manage stock and pest animals on properties which will, in turn, help protect creek and streambanks from erosion during severe weather events.

Studies show that extreme weather events can be catastrophic for our local ecosystems and, riverbanks can be an area where damage is extensive.

Areas with healthy riparian fare much better in extreme weather because their riverbanks act as a natural buffer protecting the broader area from extreme volumes of water.

Less resilient were the riparian zones that lacked this buffer and these areas required much greater investment in recovery and remediation after the event.

Thanks to the government funding, made possible by the Preparing Australian Communities Program funding stream, local farmers are now able to receive

a grant for off-stream watering points and riparian fencing on their property.

Any farm in the Whitsundays that is south of Heronvale is eligible to apply for the grant.

Reef Catchments project officer Michael Boland said assisting property owners to protect the riparian zones along creeks and stream banks will help to improve farm management and prevent the loss of productive agriculture land.

“Managing grazing and pest animals in riparian areas with fencing and off-stream watering points helps to support the establishment and enhancement of creek and streambank vegetation, which in turn reduces the risk of erosion and increases resilience to extreme weather events,” he said.

Landowners have already taken up grant opportunities and with the project running until March 2025 there is still plenty of opportunities for new applicants to submit expressions of interest.

To download an application pack, visit www.reefcatchments.com.au or call 07 4968 4200 for further information about the program.

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Don’t just survive THRIIVE!

Whitsundays Top Lifestyle Destination

Shiift’s ’Thriive’ Women’s Personal Development Group is founded upon Positive Psychology and aims to build resilience and emotional wellbeing, create confidence, evoke positive behaviour change, through neuroplasticity and building emotional intelligence.

A monthly women’s group which helps identify, explore, and develop selfstrengths, and capabilities and discover untapped potentials. Our team have lived the challenges faced by women and have developed this program for participants to take back into the workplace, homes and share with family, peers and friends.

Enhancing communication, creating self-awareness, harnessing improved outcomes - all with in a psychologically safe environment. Designed for women looking for more in personal development, seeking growth, support, and those wishing to build connection and engagement with a group of like-minded women.

“Thriive offers women, local opportunity for ongoing personal development. A wide variety of topics are covered in monthly workshops, and all are meaningful and provide useful knowledge and ideas to use in the workplace and in personal life.

“It is refreshing to be able to access personal development face-to-face with the Shiift team, who bring passion, enthusiasm, vast knowledge and lived experience to every session. It is a highlight of my month and a valuable way to learn and grow,” said Maree Sturdy.

Running in Mackay and the Whitsundays from March to December, Thriive is one of Shiift’s signature programs we are truly proud of.

Reach out to the Shiift team for more information on how you can join Thriive today or visit www.shiift. com.au

By Judy Porter from Shiift

The Whitsunday property market is one to watch this year as southern buyers continue to flock to the tropical paradise, cementing its position as one of Australia’s key lifestyle markets.

Recent market activity suggests that the Whitsundays is going head-to-head with the Gold Coast, Byron Bay, and Sunshine Coast, proving to be a favourable lifestyle destination as southern buyers continue to snap up luxury properties.

Rob Taylor from Taylors Property Specialists reveals that the Christmas and New Year period has shown a continued strong demand from southern states for properties in the Whitsunday region.

“We’ve seen steady demand for property from southern buyers who have identified the Whitsundays as a key lifestyle market, especially blue chip locations such as Hamilton Island and Airlie Beach,” said Mr Taylor.

With growth in the state’s southeast coupled with limited stock due to rising construction costs, demand is outstripping supply and attention has turned to markets further north, especially among lifestyle buyers.

Among the major projects currently marketed by Taylors is the $350 million Shute Harbour Marina Resort which has drawn

extensive inquiry from buyers who are enticed by the lifestyle and value offered in the Whitsundays.

“Already in the first few weeks of the new year buyers have secured numerous $1 million-plus lifestyle homes,” said Mr Taylor.

“The enquiry rate hasn’t shown any real signs of slowing down from southern interest.

While we don’t expect to see the hectic market activity of early 2022, we can expect a far more realistic, solid market which is best for the long term.”

Shute Harbour Marina Resort master plan will feature 58 luxury waterfront residences to be located along the marina, each with their own private marina berth of between 25 and 35 metres.

When completed, the marina village will comprise mixed retail and commercial Pier 61, restaurants, cafes, and swimming pool, as well as managed apartments with resort club facilities for berth owners.

As one of the biggest residential-resort projects in North Queensland in more than a decade, the transformational development is also destined to become the region’s premier lifestyle and leisure precinct – the perfect place to live, work, and play.

Judy Porter, Leadership and Workplace Culture Specialist at Shiift

The $350 million Shute Harbour Marina Resort

The 58 luxury waterfront residences each have their own private marina berth: Photos supplied

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Safe Places Of Refuge

By Councillor Jan Clifford

Abelated seasons greetings to you all.

The year has started with the return of the wet and we witnessed a large number of stranded motorists and other travellers. Thank you to everyone who went above and beyond to keep our community and visitors safe and dry during this time.

The Whitsunday is renowned for its mateship and swiftness to band together in times of disaster, and this was demonstrated once again last week. We must all take this as a timely reminder to remember “If it’s flooded, forget it” and to also make sure our disaster kits and evacuation plans are ready for storm season.

The floods however did highlight to me that we have limited options for safe places of refuge in the Airlie Beach /Cannonvale area other than the local accommodation houses. The PCYC Whitsundays and our Local Disaster Management team always do a wonderful job at stepping up when disaster strikes. However, it would be wonderful to have a second option within the Airlie Beach, Cannonvale and Jubilee Pocket areas in times of major di-

saster if the PCYC in Jubilee Pocket was unavailable.

To mitigate this, I want to seek funding to build safe place of refuge in the Airlie Beach/ Cannonvale area. Key Focus Area 5 of Council’s Operational Plan suggests considering a safe place of refuge to be located within a Multi-Storey Car Park Facility addressed in the Airlie Beach Parking Strategy. This will give dual usage to the facility and make it a worthwhile investment in our region. I will be heavily focused on lobbying for funding for this as one of my top priorities for 2023.

In other news, the long-awaited Stage 1 upgrade to the Shute Harbour Lookout will be completed in the first quarter of the year, weather depending. The works will offer two new picnic settings, a drinking fountain and an expanded concrete footpath to give our residents and visitors another wonderful location to stop for a while and take in the magnificent views of Shute Harbour and surrounds.

I have a long wish list of other projects I would like to champion in 2023; stay tuned for that.

One of the most common financial steps people go through involves buying a new family home which is of a better standard then their last one. This is a natural progression as people settle into careers, have more disposable income and build families.

Often people decide to keep the previous property as an investment and use the rental income to assist with repaying the new debt and building wealth. There is a trap with this scenario that can lead to a poor taxation outcome. This makes repaying the debt take significantly longer due to the limited assistance from the tax man.

The issue is whether the interest on a loan is tax deductible or not. Most people in this situation would be in the 34.5% or 39% tax bracket. That means that if their loan is tax deductible, they are getting a tax refund equivalent to over a third of their interest. Obviously the more of their debt that is tax deductible the better. If they are going to have debt against their own home and also debt against a rental property, they should ensure the debts are clearly separated so that any principal repayments can be coming off the ‘bad’, own home loan as it’s not tax deductible.

shares generally are tax deductible. Based on this, minimising the new loan against the new family home and consequently increasing the investment loan makes sense. Sometimes selling the old home, maximising the cash deposit on the new home, and buying a new rental property makes more sense however this needs careful analysis.

The Whitsunday Region covers 24,000 km2 and has a road network of over 1790 km – that’s as far as driving from the Whitsundays to Sydney!

This extensive network is made up of 580km of sealed roads and over 1200km of unsealed roads which we must maintain year-round. Last year $10.5 million of rate payer money alongside other grants and subsidies was spent on road maintenance alone!

As well as keeping our local roads safe, Council is also contracted to maintain approximately 380km of sealed state roads, 160km of unsealed state roads and 140km of sealed National Highway.

The maintenance of these roads is not funded by Council, however we are always actively advocating for better State and National roads in our region.

The key to whether a loan’s interest is tax deductible or not is what the money was used to purchase and not which property the bank takes a mortgage over.

Generally, the family home doesn’t produce income and therefore loans where the money was used to purchase or renovate the property you live in are not tax deductible. Loans for rental properties or

There are several strategies that can be used to decrease non-deductible debt and replace it with deductible debt and investments, and a range of flexible lending products to assist. As always seeking the advice of an experienced financial planning professional is advisable.

If you’d like an obligation free review of your situation, to maximise your lending structures, call us for an appointment today.

Managing Director of Eclipse Financial Services Justin Butler who is happy to answer any financial questions you have in his monthly column

R.U.B.Y. CREW HELP AT EMERGENCY

Four dedicated members of the PCYC Bowen R.U.B.Y. Crew had their plans changed in the most dramatic way last week when the floods prevented them from travelling to Brisbane to attend the State Youth Leadership Program.

When many others would have stayed at home feeling sorry for themselves, these four inspiring individuals decided instead to spend the time that they would have spent having fun on the camp with the peers, volunteering at the PCYC emergency shelter instead.

“I am overwhelmed by the sheer amount of support from adults in the community, but you kind of know that will happen,” said Branch Manager Sergeant Michelle O’Regan.

“To have so many inspirational strong young people step forward without even being asked – well, I am so very proud –they’ve been our hands and our feet and have done an amazing job.”

Noah Maltby, Isabella Lote, McKenzie Green and Keeleigh Muir had all been selected to attend the Bornhoffen camp in the Gold Coast hinterland and had been looking forward to enjoying a range of activities with 45 of their peers from across the state.

As the rain began to fall last weekend,

however, they all started to worry that their travel plans would be affected and the worst came true when the road to Proserpine was cut-off and the Whitsunday Coast Airport closed.

“We were very disappointed because we had been waiting such a long time for it to be our turn to go,” said Isabella.

“Yeah, I started with the R.U.B.Y. Crew three years ago and I’d been wanting to do this camp since I started,” said Noah.

McKenzie and Keeleigh were together when they received an email saying their flights were cancelled and it was later that day that they went to the PCYC with some supplies to donate.

“When we got there, we could see that there was a lot to do – we went around handing out soaps and bottles of water,

cleaning up rubbish and helping serve at the canteen,” said Keeleigh.

“We just wanted to make sure everyone had what they needed.”

Over the course of three days all four R.U.B.Y. Crew members provided invaluable support enabling the PCYC emergency shelter to function and help over 400 people.

R.U.B.Y. Crew stands for (Representing and Uniting Bowen Youth) and consists of around 18 youth who are all aged between 13 and 18.

The Crew are seen everywhere within the community, volunteering their time at events, helping others and actively participating with anything from handing out skates at the weekly Skate Rink event or manning a stall at the local fete.

“I just love helping people and it gives me something to do when I get home from school,” said Noah.

“I moved here during Covid and I was helping my mum set-up at Skating when I met Michelle and she asked if I wanted to join,” said McKenzie.

Due to last weeks’ flooding, the PCYC Bowen had to cancel their Gymnastics Come and Try Day, but the dedicated team are encouraging everyone in the community to come down and experience a free trial at one of the gymnastic classes instead.

Last week the local PCYC was used as an emergency shelter for over 400 people affected by the flooding and due to the lengthy clean-up process the centre was unable to host the Come and Try event which was due to be held last Thursday.

“We opened our doors in a crisis to support the community and now we are asking the community to support us,” said Sergeant Michelle O’Regan from the Bowen PCYC.

“By coming along for a free trial and registering for one of our gymnastics classes, you can in-turn help us keep our doors open.”

Bowen has one of the most advanced gymnastic facilities in a PCYC anywhere in Queensland, boasting a competition grade spring floor, a nine-metre tumble tramp, 12 metres of air track, a variety of bars and much more.

Over $300,000 has been invested in the facility.

Weekly classes include the Kinder Gym with Ebonee Zahn for children five and under.

This class offers adventure based learning where gym skills are made fun.

“This is a great way for kids to learn gross and fine motor skills while having so much fun that they don’t even know they are learning!” said Ebonee.

The PCYC also offers a Fitter For Life over 50’s Fitness Class with Tracey Hivon who has been teaching seniors fitness classes for over 20 years.

The goal of this class is to increase mobility, fitness and balance.

Beau Brooker teaches a range of gymnastic classes to students from four-years-old right through to adults.

He also teaches parkour which has become very popular.

“Gymnastics is a different fitness option for people,” he said.

“It’s a different way to challenge

yourself and increase your core fitness and strength.”

Beau’s classes are held after school most days of the week and families looking to enrol are recommended to call the PCYC on 4786 1383 to find out which will best suit their needs.

The other classes are open to walkins.

WHAT: Kinder Gym at PCYC Bowen

WHEN: Mondays 9.15am to 10am or Wednesdays 10am to 10.45am

WHAT: Fitter For Life Over 50’s

WHEN: Tuesdays 8am to 8.45am and Thursdays 8am to 8.45am and 5.30am to 6.15pm

WHAT: General Gymnastics and Parkour

WHEN: Most days after school

Sergeant Michelle O’Regan, Gymnastics Coach Beau Brooker and Kinder Gym Coach Ebonee Zahn. Photo credit: Rachael Smith

Nurse Maggie The Heart Of Bowen’s Renal Ward

Being on dialysis is a big commitment, it involves being plugged into a machine for about five hours a day, three times a week while your blood is filtered and replenished.

For many people with kidney failure there is no alternative to this unless they are fortunate enough to receive a transplant.

Some patients endure these endless rounds of hospital appointments for over 20 years.

Many people living in the Bowen, Collinsville and Proserpine areas would need to travel down to Mackay for treatment and this travel time added extra stress to the already lengthy commitment.

That was until three years ago when the satellite Renal Ward was opened at the Bowen Hospital enabling six locals to receive treatment closer to home.

Late last year the ward was expanded to service 12 patients in a modern and uplifting unit overlooking Bowen and the Coral Sea.

Nurse Maggie Staggs is one of the friendly faces to greet patients as they come into the Renal Ward.

“We only have 12 patients here so you get to know them really well - you get to meet their families and celebrate their birth-

days,” she said.

“I really enjoy that about Renal Nursing, and the team here are really fantastic.”

Maggie did her nursing training in Melbourne after she finished high school and specialised in operating room nursing.

For the past 40 years she has used her qualifications to live all over the world in places like England, Dubai, Canada and most recently New Zealand.

A desire to be closer to her family enticed her back to Australia in 2018 and she spent two years living in Mount Isa before heading for a sea change in Bowen.

She brought her two dogs with her and purchased an old Queenslander in town which she now spends much of her free time renovating.

At almost 64 years old, Maggie says that she is grateful for the opportunity to retrain and discover a new passion in nursing so late in her career.

“As a nurse it is really marvellous to retrain in something that I didn’t know anything about,” she said.

“To have that opportunity to do something local in Bowen that helps the community, it’s been really marvellous.”

Nurse Maggie Staggs with Kenneth Cora who has been receiving kidney dialysis for the past three years. Photo credit: Rachael Smith

Locals and visitors alike are invited down to the Grand View Hotel in Bowen to experience some of the delicious additions to the brand-new menu which was launched earlier this month.

Perfecting some of the classics, tweaking some flavour combinations and including some divine new dishes, the latest menu offers variety to regular customers while welcoming in fresh faces to try this unique dining experience for the first time.

Kitchen Manager, Louise Savage has been with the Grand View Hotel for 14 years and says she is excited for everyone to try the new menu.

“We always try to keep ahead with food trends and try to offer something a little different to normal pub food,” said Louise.

“We have an emphasis on really good quality produce, sourcing fresh local seafood and cooking food with love that is both healthy and fresh.”

The new menu introduces a Street Food Small Plates section, allowing customers to try dishes such as Middle Eastern Lamb Spring Rolls, The Mexican Beef Chilli Chimichanga and Hainanese Noodles.

Ther are also many other exotic meal options sure to tantalise your taste buds, from the Thai Buddha Bowl with crispy noodles and pineapple slaw or the Bora-

ni Bowl with Halloumi, poached egg and beetroot yoghurt.

For those who love the classics, however, you will still get to enjoy your favourites –the Ginger Beer Battered Fish and Chips, the Classic Steak Sandwich and of course the Chicken Parmi.

“Everything is made fresh on the premises,” said Louise.

“All the sauces, spring rolls, tomato relish – nothing is pre-done – we do it all here!”

Known for its warm welcome and traditional pub atmosphere, the Grand View Hotel dining experience is restaurant quality that is open to everyone.

Dine in air-conditioned comfort in the restaurant or head to the Jetty Bar Marquee for some garden dining in the courtyard.

Upcoming specials include $16 select lunch dishes from Monday to Friday and two meals for $40 available once a week.

The kitchen is open lunchtimes Monday to Friday from 12pm to 2pm and weekends from 11.30am to 2.30pm.

It is also open every evening from 5.30pm to 8.30pm.

Come down to the Grand View to try their new menu and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of one of Bowen’s most iconic hotels.

CREATE YOUR DREAM GARDEN At Bowen Home Hardware

Tucked away in a quiet sanctuary within the bustling Bowen Home Hardware Store is the tranquil garden centre which is teeming with verdant plant life, bright coloured blooms and a range of impressive pots.

As you wander through the green foliage, decorative hanging baskets and rows of abundant blooms you will be able to browse and admire the range available. There to help assist with selecting items to adorn your garden are the friendly garden team of Linda Scells, Tania Sleeman and Tanya Begg.

Each of the three ladies has a passion for plants and helping people find the right match for their garden. They pride themselves on their ability to deliver on specialist customer orders with the help of their trusted suppliers.

“We have been able to find some of the most unusual requests,” said Linda.

“From carnivorous picture plants to white bat plants and fruit trees like mangoes, citrus, lychees, bananas.”

For the novice gardener, the team would also love to help you learn and discover the wondrous world of plants.

“If you don’t know what you are looking for then have a look around town,” said Tania.

“Take a picture of something you like, and we can tell you whether it would work in your garden and help you find it here.”

Bowen Home Hardware offer a complete range of plants from potted colour to shrubs, fruit trees, natives, ground covers, cacti and succulents.

They also of have a full range of gardening essentials including pots, planters, potting mixes, fertilisers, pesticides gardening tools.

“We’ve got everything you need and more!”

Linda Scells, Tania Sleeman and Tanya Begg. Photo credit: Rachael Smith

DIVERSITY THE KEY TO A LIFE OF SUCCESS

At Proserpine State High School

A New Year Begins At St Caths

There is a buzz of excitement in the air at St Catherine’s Catholic College, with 670 students welcomed this week, filling hallways and classrooms as the new school year gets underway.

Focused on striving for each individual child’s own excellence, St Catherine’s offers students from Kindy to Year 12 a broad spectrum of opportunities from cultural, sporting, and academic activities both within and beyond the classroom.

Celebrating students’ success includes their Year 12’s latest results, with one student topping the class with a final ATAR score of 98.55.

A total of 20 per cent of the 2022 graduating class who sat for their ATAR received an above 90 score, with 48 per cent receiving above 80.

Students’ singing, dancing and acting talents will shine on stage in April, with the community encouraged to go along and support them. Keep an eye out for ticket information as the months draw closer.

New outdoor eating and learning spaces, diverse study furniture and open planned classrooms encourage collaborative learning whilst also providing break out spaces for small group and individual learning to take place.

Enrolments are still open in some year levels for 2023, to book an interview call 49451630 or visit www.prspne.catholic. edu.au.

Contributed with thanks to St Catherine’s Catholic College.

Senior School at Proserpine State High School prepares students to complete their schooling with the knowledge, understanding and skills for successful lifelong learning and participation in both the local and global communities.

Such education provides them with endless possibilities and opportunities to experience success, pursue interests and excel personally.

The senior school curriculum has been developed to consider students’ future goals by providing numerous alternative pathways, which meets the various needs of students wishing to access the full variety of opportunities in tertiary study and the workplace.

With over 40 subject offerings, taught by specialist teaching teams committed to excellence in specialised teaching fields, the school offers a wide and diverse range of opportunities.

Academic programs, vocational education

and training certificates, school and community partnership programs, as well as school-based traineeships and apprenticeships, provide extensive and exciting pathways for our students.

Sporting and cultural activities, international experiences, leadership and community responsibilities are strongly encouraged, along with a diverse range of extra-curricular activities to keep students engaged, motivated and challenged.

Proserpine State High School places great emphasis on the provision of safe, supportive and respectful learning environments.

The school recognises that student resilience and wellbeing are essential for both academic and social development.

They offer a team of dedicated staff to assist students with career guidance in developing capabilities which promote health and wellbeing for success in life.

Contributed with thanks to Proserpine State High School.

Of course, these outstanding results could not be possible without an expert and dedicated teaching team from Prep to Year 12.

Among the staff at St Catherine’s there are numerous role holders with QCAA, professional awardees and high-level athletes.

Each staff member, no matter their role and experience, works to foster a sense of belonging and in students at St Catherine’s, contributing to an enjoyable education and strong friendships with their peers.

Valued involvement in school life is encouraged through leadership opportunities, academic and sporting competitions, A terrific example of this is the College’s 2023 musical ‘Beauty and the Beast’.

Back L-R: Tomas del Solar, Teagan Rodriguez and Jy Parkinson.

Middle: Vivien Rose and Harriet Cole. Front: Isla Appleton, Ayda Telford, Andy Fletcher. Photo supplied

School Captain Sam Rogers, Vice Captain Abbie O’Sheehy, Indigenous Leader Isabella Allan, Vice Captain Riley Stuchbree and School Captain Georgia Butler. Photo credit: Rachael Smith

A Lovely Morning At The Theatre GIG GUIDE

Friday 27th Jan

• The Pub: Dellacoma Rio Presents ‘Bon Jovi’ (2-5.30pm)

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

• Grandview Hotel, Bowen: Kane Dodd (from 7pm)

• Seabreeze Hotel, Mackay: Leyon Milner (from 7pm)

• KC’s: Aaron Saxon (8pm-late)

• Hotel Metropole: Paul Berger (8pm-late)

Saturday 28th Jan

• The Bar: Triple J’s Hotest 100 Countdown (12-2pm)

• The Pub: INXS Revived (2-5.30pm)

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

• Grandview Hotel, Bowen: Kane Dodd (from 7pm)

• KC’s: Chris Booroff (8pm-late)

• Hotel Metropole: Karaoke Night DJ Pirate (8pm-late)

Sunday 29th Jan

• The Pub: ‘Anthems In Rock’ (2-5.30pm)

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

• Seabreeze Hotel, Mackay: Viva Acoustics (from 7pm)

• KC’s: Aaron Saxon (8pm-late)

Monday 30th Jan

• KC’s: Erin Reus (8pm-late)

Tuesday 31st Jan

• KC’s: Erin Reus (8pm-late)

Wednesday 1st Feb

• KC’s: Retro Joe (8pm-late)

Thursday 2nd Feb

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

• Grandview Hotel, Bowen: Jackson Dunn (from 7pm)

• KC’s: Retro Joe (8pm-late)

From the award-winning creators of Rumour Has It, Golden and Christmas Actually comes a brand-new music experience celebrating the world’s greatest soul artists.

Lovely Day brings together award-winning music theatre star Mat Verevis and soulful songstress Alisha Todd for a soulful walk down memory lane.

Audiences will relive and sing along to awe-inspiring music moments from the past 50 years including iconic songs from Al Green, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Otis Redding, Bill Withers, Jill Scott, Etta James and Roberta Flack.

Every song on this must-hear setlist evokes a bygone era, set alight by worldclass musicianship and emotional storytelling.

Mat Verevis is a singer, actor and songwriter best known for his performance as Barry Mann in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical which earned him a 2018 Helpmann Award for Best Male Actor in a Supporting Role in a Musical.

He also has many credits across theatre and opera in supporting, production and backing vocal roles, including a role in the Australian premiere of Lazarus by David

Bowie.

The talented performer has even made appearances on national TV as a former contestant on The Voice Australia.

Alisha is a pop and soul singer, her passion and talent spanning songwriting, production and performance.

When not performing theatre, Alisha has been gracing the Australian original music scene and festival circuit in her indie-pop project GENIIE BOY and latinsoul-groove band Volcanic Lovers.

With a wealth of experience, Alisha is sure to deliver a memorable performance with Mat by her side.

Created by Adam Brunes and Naomi Price and produced by Little Red Company, Lovely Day’s promise is in the name, guaranteeing a lovely morning of melodies and singalongs.

The show embarks on a regional tour in February supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland, also making stops in Bundaberg, Carins, Ayr, Mackay, Gladstone, Maryborough and Caloundra.

Promising soulful original arrangements, magical vocals, and a musical walk down

memory lane, The Little Red Company’s Lovely Day will uplift and inspire.

WHAT: The Little Red Company presents Lovely Day

WHERE: Bowen PCYC, Cnr Hay St & Queens Rd, Bowen QLD 4805

WHEN: Thursday, February 16, 11:00am to 12:10pm

TICKETS: $15 available from www.proserpineentertainmentcentre.com.au

MAN CALLED OTTO” (M) 125min Comedy/Drama

“THE

FABELMANS” (M) 151mins Drama

“AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER” (M) 192mins Action/Adventure/Fantasy

Otto is a grump who’s given up on life following the loss of his wife and wants to end it all. When a young family moves in nearby, he meets his match in quick-witted Marisol, leading to a friendship that will turn his world around. Stars: Tom Hanks, Rachel Keller, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo

Growing up in post-World War II era Arizona, young Sammy Fabelman aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence, but soon discovers a shattering family secret and explores how the power of films can help him see the truth. Stars: Michelle Williams, Gabriel LaBelle, Paul Dano

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

Photo credit: Dylan Evans Photography

Well, I Guess This Is Growing Up

It’s time to get your eyeliner, ripped jeans and skater belt out, because Airlie Beach Hotel is taking you back to the ‘90s for an afternoon of pop punk and emo hits.

On Saturday, February 11, the afternoon will kick off with the Blink-182 and Green Day Experience straight out of Brisbane. The band will then back it up with The Teenage Dirtbags, the ultimate tribute to ‘90s pop punk and emo with songs from My Chemical Romance, Fall Out Boy, Panic! At the Disco, Weezer, All American Rejects, Simple Plan, Good Charlotte, Frenzal Rhomb and many more.

Lead singer and guitarist Michael Geeves said the tribute shows came from the band’s love of pop punk music.

“We all grew up as little skater kids, we loved skateboarding when we were teenagers,” he said.

“Because pop punk is well aligned with the skating scene and Tony Hawk Pro Skater and that sort of thing, that was the music we listened to.

“When we were playing in bands around town down here, we would play that stuff in pubs and people were responding really well to those songs.

“Over time we started adding more of those songs to our set.”

The band then decided to start the tribute show, filling a gap in the market for tribute acts dedicated to ‘90s pop punk.

“We started getting a really good reaction,” said Michael.

“We actually have 40 and 50 year olds who bring their parents along because them and their parents used to listen to it back in the ‘90s when they were teenagers and they also bring their kids along.

“At shows, we’ve had three or four generations of people there.”

Michael fronts the band that also consists of his brother on bass and his best mate on drums, the trio playing music together since 2010.

“To do it with those two guys, we just have the best time because it’s what we love do-

ing, we love seeing people go off to it, having a good time and enjoying themselves and it’s just as enjoyable for us,” he said.

“It’s a ball, it’s the best thing you can ever do.”

The Airlie Beach crowd can expect a set of hard hitting punk, taking them back to the days of Recovery, Doc Martins and chain wallets.

“It’s a tribute to Blink-182 and Green Day,” said Michael.

“People can expect lots of hit songs from the 90s.

“We’re also doing a special set at the end of the show to keep with the theme of pop punk and that sort of thing, we’re doing an extra show of pop punk and emo so there’ll be extra stuff like The Offspring, Fall Out Boy, My Chemical Romance, Good Charlotte, all that sort of stuff.”

The band brought the show to the Airlie Beach Hotel last year and are looking forward to returning to the north Queensland heat.

Aaron Saxon – A Musician For Life

Aaron Saxon considers himself a local having been adopted by a town that he says has one of the healthiest music scenes he’s ever seen.

Aaron first visited Airlie Beach in 2002 on the way to the Whitsunday Islands to perform.

He was living in New Zealand at the time and would often return to the heart of the Whitsundays.

“That’s how I knew, when I came back to Australia, where I was going to go,” he said.

“There’s a very healthy music scene and good people up here.”

Aaron’s been based in Airlie since 2015 and has been playing music professionally since he left school.

It was a musical upbringing that first inspired him to pick up a guitar.

“My parents had a huge vinyl collection, so they would be playing rhythm and blues and some jazz and some old soul stuff, all kinds of stuff really, so I was just growing up hearing that,” Aaron said.

Music ran in Aaron’s family, the fam-

ily record collection consisting of Bill Haley, Louis Prima, Fats Domino, Sam Cook and Creedence Clearwater Revival who all continue to inspire Aaron today.

“They would just be on high rotation, turned up really loud so it was all part of our journey as a family,” he said.

“They all have (music) in them and for some reason I was really drawn to it and got my first guitar in year 12 and since then I haven’t really put it down, I just felt like it was the right thing to do.”

After decades of touring and performing across the world, both solo and with bands, Airlie’s intimate yet thriving music scene drew Aaron in.

“It’s a very small street and there’s a lot of live music condensed into that one street,” he said.

“As a punter, they can walk up and down the street and see a variety of different musicians and different acts happening almost seven days a week.

“As a musician, it’s a good place to be.

“There doesn’t seem to really be another town or street like it.”

As Aaron looks to settle down in Airlie Beach, he hopes to establish his own music studio and plant his roots.

“After doing what I’ve done for years and years and years, just constantly travelling, it’s a refreshing change to just take a breath,” he said.

With regular gigs at KC’s Bar & Grill, Beaches Bar & Grill and Sorrento Restaurant & Bar, he said his sets depend on the time and place.

“I enjoy playing the chill singalong stuff and then it can get high energy and get people up and dancing.

“I use a looping pedal and I use the guitar as a percussive device as well, so I can create a soundscape that sounds similar to a band.”

One to please a crowd, Aaron sets often consist of songs that people know and love with a twist but will mix in some reggae and funk-inspired originals.

“A lot of the flavour that I do is based around reggae or funk at the moment with the looper, and just groove based stuff,” he said.

Find Aaron Saxon on Instagram at @ aaronsaxonmusic.

“We made a lot of good friends last time we were there so we’re looking forward to catching up with a whole bunch of people as well.”

This show is a nonstop, hit after hit party that draws crowds of all ages and pays tribute to two of the greatest legacies in modern music.

The Blink 182 and Greenday Experience draws on all eras of both bands, featuring all the greatest hits and always leaving fans asking for more.

WHAT: Blink 182 and Greenday Experience plus the Teenage Dirtbags party set WHERE: The Airlie Beach Hotel

WHEN: Saturday, February 11 from 2:00pm to 5:30pm

COST: This is a free show.

Aaron Saxon has played music professionally since he left school.

Photos supplied

If you’re looking for a sport that literally anyone can play, then touch footy is for you.

It’s fun, it’s social, requires little commitment and Whitsunday Touch Secretary Alita Debrincat wants everyone to give it a go.

“It’s such a great sport for everyone,” she said.

“We’ve got from eightyear-olds to 50-plus-yearolds playing in the competition, touch footy’s one of those sports that has a grade for everyone, including mixed grades and family grades.

“It’s a great game for the whole family to enjoy and the only sport in town that you can play as a whole family.

“Our mixed competition is growing fast and we are calling for more women to come give footy a go!”

The growing mixed competition provides a healthy and social atmosphere to play touch footy with friends old and new.

“Traditionally our mixed comp allows a maximum of four males on the field,” Alita said.

“The rest of the state plays with no more than three males on the field and we want

to bring our touch competition to the same level as the rest of the state, so we need more women to come give touch a go.”

Nominated by Queensland Touch Football for Best Small to Medium Association in 2022, Whitsunday Touch has four Competition Grades including Open A Grade, Mixed A & B, Mixed C (Family Grade) and Kids Touch (5 to 8 years).

Kids Touch is only $50 each when you sign up at the Whitsunday Sports Expo.

With all games held at the Whitsunday Sports Park on a Monday night, starting between 6:00pm and 8:00pm, and no training or travel involved, touch footy is proving itself as the cheapest and most accessible sport in town.

Grading games start in early February with the season to start later in the month, followed by a second season halfway through the year.

“Just come down and have a go,” said Alita.

You can find Alita and the team from Whitsunday Touch at the Whitsunday Sports Expo happening on Saturday, February 4 from 9:00am until 1:00pm at Whitsunday PCYC, Jubilee Pocket.

Next weekend the eighth annual Whitsunday Sportspark Expo will transform the Whitsunday PCYC into a buzzing hub for sports enthusiasts of all kinds who will come together and discover new clubs and signup for exciting seasons ahead. There will be a wide range of different sports represented and showcased by experts and coaches who each host interactive stalls where attendees can learn

more about the sport, the commitment involved and whether it would suit their lifestyles.

This is an opportunity for parents to ask questions and discover new avenues for their child’s fitness, recreation and sporting futures.

Chairman of the Whitsunday Sportspark, Justin Butler, said that joining a sports club is a positive step for any family and a great way to start the new year.

Whitsunday Touch Secretary Alita Debrincat says come give touch a go!

At The Sports Expo

“It’s time to get active and healthy – get away from your screens, get off your coach and get amongst your community,” he said.

“The Expo gives parents the opportunity to find out more about the amazing local sports we have available here in this area.”

The event promises to be an action-packed, fun occasion for all the family - try your hand at tennis, jump on the back of a stationary trail bike, explore a sailing boat, hit a golf ball and meet the team captains of

some of Australia’s favourite sports.

There will be plenty of information and an opportunity to meet other families, grab some refreshments and plan a new year of sport.

104 People Participate In Parkrun A Weightlifting Way Of Life

PARKRUN

Another successful parkrun took place at the Airlie Beach waterfront on January 21st, with 104 participants running, jogging, and walking the 5km course.

Of those, 22 were firsttime parkrunners and 8 completed their very first parkrun. Five participants even recorded new personal bests, with Jarrod, Craig, Jessie, Krystal, and Brett leading the way.

Aidan also celebrated his 25th parkrun, and Su was recognised for her 50 weeks of volunteering.

Every Saturday, parkrunners meet at

6:50am for a briefing at area D, Coral Sea Marina, with free parking available in the lower carpark until 9:30am for those displaying a parkrun barcode on their dashboard. After the run, participants gather for coffee and conversation at Bohemian Raw and Berry and Maple Patisserie.

Join Whitsunday Blokart Club

WEIGHTLIFTING

Building strength and building confidence, Whitsunday Weightlifting offer classes to anyone from the age of eight to 80, equipping them with the foundation needed to achieve any health goal.

Whether you are trying to improve your fitness to help excel in other sporting activities, want to shed a few holiday kilos or need some guided assistance with rehabilitation, owner Leanne Knox says she can tailor make a program to get you there.

“Weightlifting and our other classes are great for increasing body awareness, base strength and other key skills like focus,” said Leanne.

“Through regular practice you can be better at other sports, run faster, jump higher and avoid injury.”

With a variety of child-friendly equipment such as light, plastic dumbbells, young people can learn to lift safely and easily.

“We have had so many teenagers come through the club and find it gives them focus,” said Leanne.

“It’s all about technique and execution, it is a thinking sport and there is no ceiling to how much you can improve.

“Measuring your progress can be very rewarding”

Leanne Knox started Whitsunday Weightlifting from a shed next to her home 10 years ago.

Back then, she had just two members but now she has over 50, plus four trainers and a large ‘bush gym’ with extensive equipment.

She has also expanded to offer classes in strength and conditioning, power lifting and Olympic weightlifting.

Over the years there have been several national champions and Australian representatives come from the club and Leanne prides herself on being able to help people reach competitive levels if that’s what they want to do.

There are opportunities to compete in Townsville and Mackay four times a year and there is a state championship held in Brisbane annually.

Whitsunday Weightlifting, however, is about much more than competing, it is about challenging yourself and making new friends along the way.

“It’s an individual sport and it often attracts kids who like to be one-on-one, so we see a lot of close relationships form,” explains Leanne.

Whitsunday Weightlifting juniors train on a Monday and a Wednesday from 3.30pm to 5pm and adult classes are held regularly so call Leanne to enquire.

Whitsunday Blokart Club will be holding a come and try and day for local residents and visitors to the Whitsunday region at Conway Beach Sunday 29 January 2023 from 10am .

This sports event is a local intuitive to bring local people both young and old together to enjoy and showcase a unique sport not often experienced in the Whitsundays.

The Whitsunday Blokart Club will be holding “come and try days” throughout the year at Conway Beach and Cape Hillsborough with skilled members on hand to assist you to learn and try out our unique sport and experience just what gives people the blokart smile!

Other dates for the “come and try days” are yet to be announced, please register your interest to have a go on Sunday for other dates, yet to be announced and we will contact you by email.

If you would like to have a crack at this unique sport, we ask you to please wear enclosed footwear on the day keep your dogs leashed, and watch your younger children while karts are moving on the beach.

If you would like to see more on just what BloKarting is all about, please go to www. blokart.com

We look forward to seeing you at the 2023 Whitsunday Summer Blokart extravaganza.

Contributed with thanks to Ross Chisholm.

Leanne Knox, owner and trainer at Whitsunday Weightlifting. Photo credit: Rachael Smith

The kind volunteers

Come and Try Day this Sunday. Photo supplied SAILING

Netball is a fast-moving game that requires an element of teamwork seeing players meld with teammates in a way unlike any other sport.

With the new netball season starting in February, Whitsunday Netball Association are seeking new players.

“Anyone who enjoys a high energy team sport will love netball,” said Whitsunday Netball Association President Shannon Lorraway.

“Whether playing for fun or fitness, Whitsunday Netball Association can offer a netball program for all skills and abilities.”

While netball has long been a sport popular with girls and women, mixed netball is rising in popularity with more and more boys and men playing every year.

Netball is a team sport for all ages and abilities, with Whitsunday Netball Association welcoming girls and boys from age five and ladies and men from age 18 years.

Shannon said netball is also a terrific way to make friends, no matter your age.

“Friendships made on a netball court are friendships for life,” she said.

The netball season starts on Tuesday, February 7 for ages 5-10 years and Wednesday, February 8 for ages 11-16 years.

Training is held every Tuesday for ages 5-10 years and Wednesday for ages 11-16 years from 4:30pm to 6:30pm with carnivals held once a month.

While training is located locally at Whitsunday Sports Park, regional carnivals can be held once a month across north Queensland including in Bowen, Mackay, Townsville, Sarina and Burdekin.

Shannon says the upcoming Sports Expo is an opportunity for new families and community members to find out about the Whitsunday netball community and netball programs on offer.

“Sports Expo gives us the opportunity to talk to anyone who might be unsure about our sport and provide details on what they can expect,” she said.

“It also gives returning members a chance to say hi and ask any questions they may have about the upcoming season.”

You can find Shannon and the team from Whitsunday Netball Association at the Whitsunday Sports Expo happening on Saturday, February 4 from 9:00am until 1:00pm at Whitsunday PCYC, Jubilee

IN FITNESS, FRIENDSHIP AND FUN

ON

“Friendships made on a netball court are friendships for life.”

Over 200 Attend Swimming Carnival

Proserpine Golf Report

GOLF

Saturday Competition

The course re-opened for a front nine twice Allenbuild Stableford on Saturday, the conditions suited George Steane who carded a very nice 39 points, 2 points ahead of Nick Watson and 4 points ahead of Scott Grigg in 3rd place on 35 points.

The ladies found the conditions tough, Anna Winterbourn on 25 points winning on a countback from Lyn Muller and Trish McNeill.

After hitting down the middle all day, Lenny Booroff made the 2-shot club, along with George Steane, Lew Tuck, Ben Smith and Nick Watson.

Sunday Competition

A total of 24 players ventured out for a Stableford round on Sunday, Conrad Werner winning the men’s competition with 38 points on a count back from Brian Allen, Geoff Harrison completed the podium placements with 34 points.

Karen Rix came home strong to take out the ladies’ competition with 31 points, Anna Winterbourn and Penny Wardroper coming second and third both on 28 points.

Conrad’s putter was on fire, holing the only two 2 shots of the day.

NTP’s went to Conrad, Anna Winterbourn x 2 and Dean Kercher.

The Cannonvale Cannons Swimming Club hosted a very successful swimming carnival over the weekend with 200 competitors. Club Coaches, Mark Erickson, Ken Crittenden and Shay Wilmot were very impressed with all the Cannons and how they performed.

According to Ken Crittenden, 49 Cannonvale Cannons swam in 434 events and achieved 271 PBs, 19 Club Records, State and National qualifying times. Congratulations to Eloise, Jy Parkinson, Remy Hedges, Jacob Bell, Don Algie and Jax Clayworth for setting new Club Records. Of course, the swimmers were very excited about their medals, ribbons and prize money from the Skins.

Top Performers who swam PBs in all their races include: Jacob Bell, Eloise Chegwidden, Harry Chegwidden, Declan Dichiera, Maeve Dichiera, Jack Ganter, Ruby Harland, Billie Jamieson, Lily Maher, Isabella Pisaniello, Max Smith, Molly Smith and Lukas Trevaskis.

Congratulations to new Cannons who swam extremely well over the weekend: Miller Eaves, Murphy Jamieson, Alex Trefz, Zach Trefz, Indigo Harland, Dylan Reynolds and Andie Reynolds. Well done to Gracie and Pippa Laguna who did very well swimming in longer distances.

Special mention to: Taj Murray swam a massive 51.5 second PB in his 400 metre Freestyle in a time of 5.23.95. One of Matilda Nicholes best swims was her 100

metre Butterfly in a time of 1.54.85 which earnt her a silver medal.

James Davies swam a super 50 metre Breaststroke in 1.04.73, a 7.86 second PB. Tora Delac won gold medals for her 25 metre, 50 metre Backstroke and 100 metre Backstroke and 100 metre IM.

One of Charlie Doherty’s best swims which earnt him a gold medal was his 200 metre IM in a time of 3.07.91, a 5.29 second PB. Thomas Ganter swam extremely well in his 100 metre Backstroke and 200 metre Freestyle, earning silver medals and big PBs.

Millie Groom’s best events included her 100 metre and 200 metre Freestyle, with 5 second PBs. Koa Harland, aged 8 years swam a top 50 metre Breaststroke in 1.02.10. Ehsan Helou had a successful meet achieving 6 gold medals and 1 silver medal.

One of Nelson Malady’s best swims was his 100 metre Butterfly which earnt him a gold medal with a 17.05s PB. Holly Perrin was very happy with her gold medal in the 200 metre Backstroke in a time of 2.32.72.

Congratulations to all the Cannons who participated on the weekend. A big thank you to all the wonderful parents and volunteers who worked so hard on the weekend to make the carnival such a success.

Contributed with thanks to Raylene Rasmussen.

NTP’s went to: Lew Tuck, Brad Fleet, Mandy Patterson and Trish McNeill.

Contributed with thanks to Proserpine Golf Club.

On The Whitsunday Green

GOLF

This week’s Friday 9 hole stableford was won by Justyn Durbin on a 21 point win, second place was Scotty Hayes – Williams on a nice 21 points and coming in third was Rob Lodders on 20 points.

Our Sunday Competition was won by Jake Day on a beautiful 40 points, second place on 36 points Saath Yolingumni and third Tyson Flavel on 35 points with a nice birdy on the last hole.

Nearest to pin Jake Day and Tyson Flavel.

This week’s Sunday Competition will be our Monthly Medal tee off at 10am.

Contributed with thanks to Kate Cross.

Jake Day

Cannonvale Cannons Team Photo. Photo Supplied

SWIMMING

Whitsunday Social Golf

The recent wet weather did not deter the keen golfers on Sunday who played a single stableford on the front nine.

Winners on the day were - A Grade Ladies’ Anna Winterbourn, runner-up Penny Wardroper.

B Grade Ladies’ was claimed by Karen Rix with runner-up going to Pam Casey.

Men’s A Grade winner went to Geoff Harrison and runner-up Darren Reynolds.

Airlie Bowls

The Men’s A Grade Pairs tournament at the local bowls club got off to a slow start due to inclement weather, but eventually kicked off on Thursday with practices. The tournament concluded on Sunday with the semi-finals, leaving only two teams to compete in the final.

Last year’s winners, Shane Spann and Manny Isgro, decided to team up with new, talented players for the competition. The final match-up will feature Isgro paired with Harry Quod and Spann paired with Luke Kinnear. The dates and times of the final match will be announced at a later date.

In addition to the A Grade Pairs tournament, the Men’s A Grade Singles, B Grade Men’s Singles, and Senior Singles are currently underway and results will be made available as they are known.

On Sunday, a Social bowls event was held with 20 participants competing. The winning team was led by Lynne Skeen with Mario De Martini at lead and John Brown at second. The second place team was skippered by Nik Fernbach with Mark Mawson at second.

The Mixed Pairs tournament, carried over from last season, held a thrilling final on Saturday in front of a sizable audience. The winning team was made up of Harry Quod and Karen Jensen, the Vice Chair-

Men’s B grade winner was Gerald Lovell followed by runner-up Paul Nicol.

Longest Drives went to Darren Reynolds, Paul Nicol, Penny Wardroper and Pam Casey, while Darren Reynolds, Paul Nicol, Anna Winterbourn, Karen Rix and Tiina Randmae laid claim to nearest the pins.

Next week will be an early February MM. Congratulations to all the winners. Contributed with thanks to Joanne Moynihan.

Wangaratta Bowls News

person of the club, who narrowly defeated Rick Galea and Ladda Purdie.

With the return of school and Wednesday Night Business House Bowls, as well as the Will Scroungers tournament on Saturday mornings, the club is gearing up for a busy season.

Information provided with thanks to Mark Mawson.

BOWLS

After our recent weather event, members were keen to get back on the

Sunday four triples and a pairs game were played with great enthusiasm.

Winners came out on Rink 4 and they were Irene Laird, Denise Wallace and Greg Colquhoun who defeated Lindy Suann, Lyn Danvers and Barry Beel.

Other results were Deb Retchless, Sue Shearing and Fely Duncan defeated Bill Myers, Isobel Wheeler and Sugar Brunker.

Gwenda Lydom, Kev Daniels and Mark Drummond

Roger Mumby, Laurie Land and Kennedy Whitton.

Penny Warren and Geoff Danvers defeated Linda Scells and Graeme Read.

The elusive jackpot did not go off.

Contributed with thanks to Penny Warren.

Bowen Bowls Report

BOWLS

Contributed

BOWLS

Mixed Pairs Champions, Harry Quod and Karen Jensen. Photo supplied

Wednesday Social Bowls: Gavin Charles, Peter Thomson, Tiarna Rogers and Dave Moodie, Lee Welsted, Ian Best. Daryl O’Connell,

Brett Lampard, Geoff Tierney and Robin Stitt, Jane Gilbert, Daryl Tuttle. Tracey Roach, Andy Peebles, Mark Rogers, Steve Roome and Joan Edwards/Bev Smith, Carol O’Connell, Paula Welsted, Jill Brabon.

with thanks to Joan Edwards.

Sunday Scroungers Winners: Ross Scanlon, Ron Gould, Mark Rogers, Shane Hornbuckle, Peter Wilson, Gavin Charles and Helen Jacobson. Photo supplied

Mark Drummond and Sunday’s Winner Greg Colquhoun

green. On

Mike Pace, Robyn Stitt and Allan Rolfe defeated Merle Elphinstone, Margaret Wilson and Pat Trace.

defeated

Graeme Read and Geoff Danvers out on the green looking at the tight head

GOLF

Karen Rix, Geoff Harrison and Anna Winterbourn

HORAN, June Alexandra

27 January 2023

Upcoming Rates Issue

Residents

Rates Concessions

Are you an owner occupier?

Council is seeking information from the owners of residential properties, which is their principal place of residence and is also single residential use, within the Whitsunday area, in order to categorise properties correctly for the benefit of a lower differential general rate.

Eligible parties are asked to complete the form and return it to the Council by the due date of the next rate notice. If you are already receiving the owner occupier benefit, you do not need to reapply.

Pensioner Remission on Rates

Persons in receipt of a pension, who qualify in accordance with Council’s Policy and/or the State Government’s Pensioner Rate Subsidy Scheme, are hereby requested to make application for the second half of the 2022/2023 year.

Pensioners who received the maximum benefits in the 2021/2022 year and whose situation has not altered need not submit a written application. Confirmation of your eligibility will be sought from the Department of Communities and Department of Veteran Affairs.

Current Tenders

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

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

• # 500.2023.0005

Landscaping Services for Port of Airlie and Boathaven Beach

Tender closes no later than 2:00pm, 22 February 2023

Tenders should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, endorsed with the tender name and number and lodged via eTenderBox – https://whitsunday.etenderbox.com.au, by no later than the closing date.

Section 228 (7) of the Local Government Regulation 2012, relating to changes to tenders may be applied. Enquiries can be directed to the contact officer through the eTenderBox website or by contacting Council on 1300 972 753.

Rodney Ferguson, Chief Executive Officer

Contact Us: Phone: 1300 WRC QLD (1300 972 753) Email: info@whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au Web: www.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au

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FRIDAY

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00

Searching For Superhuman. 11.00 Australia Remastered. 12.00 News.

12.55 Les Misérables. 1.55 The Big Blue. 2.45 Back Roads. 3.15 Gardening Aust. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Aust Story. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Monty Don’s Adriatic Gardens.

8.30 Endeavour. (M)

10.00 Miniseries: The Accident. (M) 10.50 ABC Late News. 11.10 Parkinson In Australia. (PG) 11.55 Unforgotten. (M) 12.45 Rage. (MA15+) 5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.00 Rage. 7.00 Weekend Breakfast.

SATURDAY

9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Endeavour. (M) 2.00 Midsomer Murders. (PG) 3.30 Joanna Lumley’s Unseen Adventures. (PG) 4.15 Australia Day Live.

6.30 Better Date Than Never. (PG)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Call The Midwife. (PG)

8.30 Midsomer Murders. (M) A scarecrow festival turns grisly.

10.00 Unforgotten. (M)

10.50 A Life In Ten Pictures: Muhammad Ali. (PG)

11.45 Rage. (MA15+)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

SUNDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline: Summer Series. 1.10 Monty Don’s Adriatic Gardens. 2.15 Call The Midwife. 3.15 Victoria. 4.00 Designing A Legacy. 5.00 Australia’s Wild Odyssey.

6.00 Antiques Roadshow. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Joanna Lumley’s Unseen Adventures. 8.20 Vera. 9.50 Wreck. 10.35 Operation Buffalo. 11.30 Making Child Prodigies. 12.00 Making Child Prodigies. 1.00 Les Misérables. 2.00 Victoria. 2.50 Rage. 4.05 Classic Countdown. 5.05 Think Tank.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00

Muster Dogs. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. 12.00 News. 1.00 Vera.

MONDAY

2.40 Back Roads. 3.10 Gardening Aust. 4.10 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Aust Story. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30.

8.00 Back Roads. (PG)

8.30 Four Corners.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG) 9.35 Q+A. 10.35 News. 10.50 The Business.

11.10 Midsomer Murders. (M) 12.40 Father Brown. (PG) 1.25 The Trouble

With Maggie Cole. (PG) 2.15 Rage. (MA15+) 4.00 One Plus One. 4.30 The Drum. 5.30 7.30.

TUESDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Father Brown. 1.45 Call The Midwife. 2.45 Back Roads. 3.15 Gardening Aust. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Aust Story. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Better Date Than Never. 8.30 Australia’s Wild Odyssey. 9.30 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. 10.20 Shaun Micallef’s On The Sauce. 11.20 News. 11.35 The Business. 11.50 Four Corners. 12.35 Media Watch. 12.55 Miniseries: The Accident. 1.45 Parkinson In Australia. 3.00 Rage. 4.00 One Plus One. 4.30 The Drum. 5.30 7.30.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Four Corners. 10.45 Q+A. 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. 1.45 Call The Midwife. 2.45 Back Roads. 3.15 Gardening Aust. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Aust Story. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) 8.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 9.15 Utopia. (PG) 9.45 QI. (PG) 10.15 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 11.00 News. 11.15 The Business. 11.30 Midsomer Murders. (M) 1.00 No Time For Quiet. 2.00 Rage. 4.00 One Plus One. 4.30 The Drum. 5.30 7.30.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Hard Quiz. 1.30 QI. 2.00 Movin’ To The Country. 2.45 Back Roads. 3.15 Gardening Aust. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Aust Story. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 You Can’t Ask That. 8.35 Grand Designs: House Of The Year. 9.20 Joanna Lumley’s Hidden Caribbean. 10.10 Movin’ To The Country. 10.40 News. 10.55 The Business. 11.10 Australia’s Wild Odyssey. 12.10 Q+A. 1.15 The Trouble With Maggie Cole. 2.05 Rage. 4.00 One Plus One. 4.30 The Drum. 5.30 7.30.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Cook Up Bitesize. 2.05 The Great House Revival. 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 Cook Up Bitesize. 3.35 Where Are You Really From? 4.05 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Scotland: A Wild Year. 8.30 Inside Central Station. 9.25 Undeniable: The Truth To Remember. 10.20 SBS News. 10.50 Gomorrah. 11.50 Gomorrah. 12.45 Gomorrah. 1.45 The Kimberley Cruise: The Full Journey. 4.35 Bamay. 5.00 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Cook Up Bitesize. 2.05 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. 2.15 Pluto: Back From The Dead. 3.25 Happy Birthday Hubble. 4.35 Secret Scotland. 5.30 WWII Battles For Europe. 6.30 News. 7.35 Chris Tarrant’s Extreme Railway Journeys. 8.30 The Queen At War. 9.30 Britain By Beach. 10.25 Great Escapes With Morgan Freeman. 11.15 The Responder. 2.15 The Responder. 3.10 The Responder. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00

Destination Flavour China Bitesize. 3.10 The Architecture Of Ra. 4.40 Secrets Of The Tower Of London. 5.30 WWII Battles For Europe. 6.30 News. 7.35 Lost Treasure Tombs Of The Ancient Maya. 9.25 Australia Burns: Silence Of The Land. 10.50 Looking For Life On Mars. 11.55 24 Hours In Emergency. 12.50 Uranium: Twisting The Dragon’s Tail. 3.40

Destination Flavour China. 4.40 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 Cook Up Bitesize. 2.05 The Great House Revival. 3.05 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. 4.00 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Darcey Bussell’s Royal Roadtrip. 8.30 Heritage Rescue. 9.25 Secrets Of Playboy. 10.15 SBS News. 10.45 Partisan. 11.45 Shadowplay. 2.00 Shadowplay. 3.00 Shadowplay. 4.00 Mastermind Aust. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. 2.10 Secrets Of Royal Gardens. 3.05 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. 4.00 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Who Do You Think You Are? US. 8.30 U.S. And The Holocaust. 11.00 SBS News. 11.30 Cheyenne & Lola. 12.35 Unit One. 2.50 Unit One. 4.10 Mastermind Aust. 4.40 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. 2.10 Cook Up Bitesize. 2.15 Secrets Of Royal Gardens. 3.10 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. 4.05 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Incredible Canals. 8.35 My Grandparents’ War. 9.30 Bloodlands. 10.35 SBS News. 11.05 Cargo. 12.05 Thin Blue Line. 2.15 Thin Blue Line. 3.20 Thin Blue Line. 4.30 Mastermind Aust. 5.00 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. 2.10 Cook Up Bitesize. 2.15 Secrets Of Royal Gardens. 3.10 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. 4.05 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 From Paris To Rome With Bettany Hughes. 8.30 American Presidency With Bill Clinton. 9.20 Miniseries: The Walk-In. 10.15 SBS News. 10.45 War Of The Worlds. 11.40 Vikings. 1.20 Vikings. 2.10 Vikings. 4.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: The Incredible Burt Wonderstone. (2013) (PG) 2.00 Beach Cops. (PG) 2.30 Border Security: Int. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust.

6.00 Seven Local News.

6.30 Seven News. 7.00 To Be Advised. 10.00 MOVIE: The Book Of Eli. (2010) (MA15+) 12.10 The Good Doctor. (M) 1.10 Travel Oz. (PG) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Expressway Stakes Raceday, Summer at the Valley and Sunshine Coast Cup Day. 5.00 News. 5.30 Creek To Coast.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 To Be Advised.

10.00 MOVIE: Grown Ups. (2010) (PG) Adam Sandler, David Spade, Chris Rock.

12.15 Australia’s Most Amazing Homes. (PG) 1.15 Travel Oz. (PG) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Get Arty. 5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. 11.30 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Highlights. 12.30 Cricket. Women’s Twenty20 International Series. Australia v Pakistan. Game 3. 4.00 Better Homes. 5.00 News. 5.30 Weekender. 6.00 News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. The Knockout. 10.00 7NEWS Spotlight. 11.00 World’s Most Shocking Emergency Calls. (MA15+) 12.00 The Good Doctor. (M) 1.00 Animal Rescue. 1.30 Travel Oz. (PG) 2.00 Shopping. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: The Sweetest Heart. (2018) (G) 2.15 Motorbike Cops. (PG) 2.30 Border Security: Int. (PG) 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 Australian Idol. (PG) 9.15 Below Deck Down Under. (M) Follows a charter crew. 11.15 Busted In Bangkok. (MA15+) 12.15 MOVIE: Outback. (2019) (M) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.40 Surveillance Oz Dashcam. (PG) 2.00 Dog Patrol. (PG) 2.30 Border Security: Int. (PG) 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 Australian Idol. (PG) 9.15 Quantum Leap. (M) 11.15 Inside Belmarsh Prison. (MA15+) 12.15 The Good Doctor. (M) 1.15 Travel Oz. (PG) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.40 Motorbike Cops. 2.00 Dog Patrol. 2.30 Border Security: Int. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Australian Idol. (PG) 9.05 The Front Bar: All Sports Edition. (M) 10.05 Kitchen Nightmares Australia. (MA15+) 11.15 Police Code Zero: Officer Under Attack. (M) 12.15 MOVIE: Pimped. (2018) (MA15+) 2.30 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.40 Motorbike Cops. (PG) 2.00 Business Builders. 2.30 Border Security: Int. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. The Challenger. 10.30 To Be Advised. 11.45 World’s Most Shocking Emergency Calls. (MA15+) 12.45 The Good Doctor. (M) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. (PG) 10.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 12. Men’s singles semi-final. 5.00 Hot Seat. 6.00 Nine News. 6.30 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 12. Men’s singles semi-final. 10.00 MOVIE: The Vow. (2012) (PG) Rachel McAdams, Channing Tatum, Sam Neill. 12.00 New Amsterdam. (M) 1.00 Our State On A Plate. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00 Take Two. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 5.30 Skippy.

6.00 Drive TV. 6.30 Bondi Lifeguard World Adventures. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra Summer. 12.00 Cybershack. 12.30 Mr Mayor. 1.00 Explore. 1.15 MOVIE: Yours, Mine And Ours. (2005) 3.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 4.00 Bondi Vet. 5.00 News. 5.30 Country House Hunters Australia. 6.00 News. 6.30 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 13. Women’s singles final. 11.00 New Amsterdam. (M) 12.00 Family Law. (M) 1.00 Framed By The Killer. (M) 2.00 The Incredible Journey. (PG) 2.30 TV Shop. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Helping Hands.

6.00 Drive TV. 6.30 Bondi Lifeguard World Adventures. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Surf Boats. 11.00 Take Me Home. 12.00 Arctic Vets. 12.30 Kia Dylan Alcott Special. 1.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 2.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 14. 4.00 To Be Advised. 4.30 My Way. 5.00 News. 5.30 Territory Cops. 6.00 Nine News Sunday. 6.30 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 14. Men’s final. 11.00 McEnroe. (M) 1.00 Kia Dylan Alcott Special. 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. 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Uptown Girls. (2003) 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 Married At First Sight. (M) 9.30 Harry And Meghan: The Great Divide. (PG) 10.30 Nine News Late. 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. 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 Married At First Sight. 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 Married At First Sight. (M) 9.05 MOVIE: The Castle. (1997) (M) 10.50 Nine News Late. 11.20 La Brea. (M) 12.10 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+) 1.00 The Garden Gurus Best Of. 1.20 He Said/She Said. (M) 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. 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 Married At First Sight. 1.30 My Way. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Hot Seat. 5.30 News. 6.00 News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Married At First Sight. (M) 9.00 To Be Advised. 10.00 Nine News Late. 10.30 To Be Advised. 11.30 The Thing About Pam. (M) 12.20 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.10 The Garden Gurus Best Of. 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 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 Jamie’s Ultimate Veg. 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 Graham Norton Show.

8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (PG)

9.30 Jimeoin: Ramble On. (M) 11.00 The Project. 12.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Shopping. 5.30 Infomercials. (PG)

6.00 Morning Programs. 7.30 Escape Fishing. 8.00 Exploring Off The Grid. 8.30 What’s Up Down Under. 9.00 Planet Shapers. 9.30 GCBC. 10.00 St10. 12.00 Beyond The Fire: Resilience. 1.00 Bondi Rescue. 1.30 All 4 Adventure. 2.30 Planet Shapers. 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 3.30 Cook It With Luke. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Taste Of Aust. 5.00 News. 6.00 Bondi Rescue.

6.30 Jamie Oliver: Together. 7.30 NCIS: LA. 8.30 FBI: International. 10.30 NCIS. 12.30 Shopping. 3.30 Infomercials. 4.00 Shopping. 5.00 Hour Of Power.

6.00 Mass. 6.30 Turning Point. 7.00 Leading The Way. 7.30 Tomorrow’s World. 8.00 Luca’s Key Ingredient.

8.30 Freshly Picked. 9.00 GCBC. 9.30 Destination Dessert. 10.00 St10. 12.00 The Bachelors Aust. (PG) 2.00 Waltzing Jimeoin. (PG) 2.30 Exploring Off The Grid. 3.00 4x4 Adventures. 4.00 All 4 Adventure. 5.00 News.

6.30 The Sunday Project. 7.30 The Bachelors Australia. (PG) 9.10 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M) 10.10 FBI. (M) 11.00 The Sunday Project. 12.00 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. (PG) 10.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 2.00 The Bachelors Aust. (PG) 3.40 Ent. Tonight. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor. 9.30 FBI: Most Wanted. (M) 11.30 The Project. 12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. 4.30 CBS Mornings.

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

First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 2.00 Australian Survivor. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor. 9.15 NCIS. (M) Gibbs and Fornell’s crusade comes to a climax. 11.15 The Project.

12.20 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 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 Australian Survivor. 3.45 Ent. Tonight. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News.

6.30 The Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor. 9.15 Fire Country. (M) 10.15 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 Australian Survivor. 3.45 Ent. Tonight. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Taskmaster Australia. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (MA15+) 9.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M) 10.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) 11.30 The Project. 12.30 The Late Show With 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: I Still Know What You Did Last Summer. (1998) (MA15+, R) Jennifer Love Hewitt, Freddie Prinze Jr.

10.15 Doctor Who. (PG, R)

11.00 Death In Paradise. (M, R)

12.00am Killing Eve. (M, R)

12.45 The Trip To Greece. (M, R) 1.15 Close.

6.00pm Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer.

8.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

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

11.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R)

12.00 Border Patrol. (PG, R)

12.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

6.00pm Border Patrol. (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)

6.00pm Cricket. Big Bash League. The Eliminator.

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Movie: Alita: Battle Angel. (2019) (M, R) Rosa Salazar, Christoph Waltz.

10.05 Movie: Just Cause. (1995) (MA15+, R) Sean Connery, Laurence Fishburne.

12.15 Demolition NZ. (M, R)

12.45 Scrap Kings. (PG, R) 2.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

6.00pm Cricket. Big Bash League. The Qualifier.

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Air Crash Investigation. (PG, R)

8.30 Movie: Unhinged. (2020) (MA15+, R)

10.20 Movie: War On Everyone. (2016) (MA15+, R)

6.00pm Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show.

6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.30 Queens Of Mystery. (M, R)

8.30 Movie: Rob Roy. (1995) (M, R) Liam Neeson, Jessica Lange.

11.20 House. (MA15+, R) 12.20 My Favorite Martian. (R)

1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30pm Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 6.30 Keeping Up Appearances. (PG, R)

7.30 Movie: My Fair Lady. (1964) (G, R) Audrey Hepburn, Rex Harrison. 11.00 House. (MA15+, 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 MacGyver. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Friends. (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)

9.25 The Dangerous Rise Of Andrew Tate.

10.20 Booze, Bets And Sex That Built America. 11.55 VICE News Tonight.

7.30pm David Attenborough’s Great Barrier Reef. (R)

8.30 Long Lost Family. (PG, R)

9.15 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 10.05 Australia Remastered. (R)

11.00 Louis Theroux: African Hunting Holiday. (M, R)

12.00am Whose Line Is It Anyway? (PG, R)

11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)

12.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

6.00pm

Extreme Railway Journeys. (PG, R)

10.30 Air Crash Investigation. (PG, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.35 Doc Martin. (PG, R)

8.35 Inspector Morse. (PG, R) 10.55 Wild Bill. (M, R) 11.55 Doc Martin. (PG, R) 1.00 Medical Emergency. (PG, R)

1.30 Better Homes And Gardens. (R)

12.20 Leepu And Pitbull. (PG, R)

1.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

12.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 12.30 My Favorite Martian. (R) 1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Soccer. A-League Men. Matchweek 14. Central Coast Mariners v Western Sydney Wanderers. 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)

5.35pm Dynamo: Magician Impossible. (PG, R)

6.30 Adam Eats The 80s. (PG)

7.30 Impossible Engineering. (PG)

8.30 The Last Overland: Singapore To London. (M)

9.25 The Story Of. 10.45 High Society. (MA15+) 7.30pm

6.00pm Cricket. Big Bash League. The Knockout.

7.00 Movie: Spider-Man 3. (2007) (PG, R) Tobey Maguire.

9.50 Movie: The Rock. (1996) (MA15+, R) Sean Connery, Nicolas Cage.

12.40 Motor Racing. Australian Top Fuel Championship. Round 2. Highlights.

1.40 Blokesworld. (PG, R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R) 6.30 2023 Australia Cricket Awards. (PG)

8.15 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 8.45 Movie: Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior. (1981) (MA15+, R) Mel Gibson, Bruce Spence. 10.50 Movie: Wind River. (2017) (MA15+, R) 1.05 American Pickers. (PG)

2.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

5.30pm Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 6.30 To Be Advised. 11.30 House. (MA15+, 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 Movie: The Expendables. (2010) (MA15+, R) Sylvester Stallone.

12.20 SEAL Team. (M, R) 1.15 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 Nancy Drew. (M, R)

5.55pm Adam Ruins Everything. (PG, R)

6.25 Guy Martin: The World’s Fastest Electric Car? (PG, R)

7.45 Abandoned Engineering. (M) 8.40 Lost Gold Of World War II. (PG)

9.30 Tales From The Territories. (MA15+) 11.15 Das Boot. (M, R) 1.30 Detective Chinatown. (M, R)

5.30pm Murder, She Wrote. (PG, R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 Death In Paradise. (M, R) 8.40 To Be Advised. 10.40 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. (MA15+) 11.35 House. (MA15+) 12.30 Antiques Roadshow. (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 SEAL Team. (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. (PG, 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! (PG, R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Taskmaster. (M) 10.20 The Dangerous Rise Of Andrew Tate. (R) 11.15 Miniseries: The Salisbury Poisonings. (M, R)

Be Okay. (PG, R)

Comedy. (M, R)

To The Country. (R)

Hunt. (R)

Midwife. (M, R)

Miniseries: Manhunt: The Night Stalker. (M, R)

The Investigator: A British Crime Story. (MA15+, R)

The Midwife. (M, R)

6.00pm American Pickers. (PG, R) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Outback Truckers. (PG, R) 8.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. (PG) 9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. (PG, R) 10.30 Truck Night In America. (PG) 11.30 Jade Fever. (PG, R) 12.00 Esports. LPL Pro. Rainbow Six. Season 2.

7.30pm Death In Paradise. (M, R) 8.30 Wreck. (MA15+) 5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R) 6.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. The Challenger. 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 8.30 Movie:

5.30pm Murder, She Wrote. (PG, R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 New Tricks. (M, R) 8.40 The Closer. (M, R) 9.40 Rizzoli & Isles. (M, R) 10.40 Major Crimes. (M, R) 11.35 House. (MA15+) 12.30 Antiques Roadshow. (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. (M, R) 10.20 NCIS: New Orleans. (M, R) 11.15 48 Hours. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R) 12.45 Infomercials. (PG) 1.15 Home Shopping.

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6.00pm Friends. 6.30 Friends. 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 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) ABC TV PLUS 7TWO 7MATE 9GEM 10 BOLD 10 PEACH SBS VICELAND FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG, R) 7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Trip Hazard: My Great British Adventure. (PG) 9.25 Forbidden History. (M) 10.20 Robert Kirkman’s Secret History Of Comics. (MA15+, R) 6.00pm Bargain Hunt. (R) 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Father Brown. (M, R) 8.30 Murdoch Mysteries. (M) 9.30 Kavanagh QC. (M, R) 11.15 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R) 12.15 Father Brown. (M, R) 1.30 Better Homes And Gardens. (R)

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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 The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG) 10.10 Jack The Ripper: Hidden Victims. (M, R) 11.05 The UnXplained With William Shatner. (PG, R)

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