Whitsunday Life

Friday February 17

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Cowboys Young Guns And Mackay Cutters Clash In Airlie Beach This Weekend

In a preseason exhibition match for the ages the Mackay Cutters will face off against the North Queensland Cowboys’ Young Guns at the Whitsunday Sportspark in a Saturday night main event of what organisers are calling

“a festival of footy”.

Starting from 1.00pm, the Whitsundays will be witness to “top-quality, prestige” football at the Sportspark in an event the likes of which have not been seen for more than a decade – what is

being described as a major coup for the region. Cutters will take on the Cowboys in women’s and men’s divisions, Colts will battle the Brahmans, and it all kicks off on Saturday.

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DELTA GOODREM SEEN IN AIRLIE BEACH AHEAD OF FILMING

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Water-Logged Pigeon Rescued At Sea

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HOSPITAL TRANSPORT SERVICE High Demand Puts Pressure On Launch

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AIRLIE BEACH MEN’S SHED Saving Lives And Starting Conversations

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BIRD SAVED BY KIND STRANGER

The Mackay Cutters will play against the North Queensland Cowboys’ Young Guns team at the Whitsunday Sportspark this Saturday at 7.00pm

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Editor’s Note

Hi Everyone,

Almost three years ago we started this newspaper with a dream to bring the local community a ‘free voice in print’.

At the time, we had just heard NewsCorp announce they were closing 14 regional newspapers overnight – three of those were here in the Whitsundays.

A few weeks later, our boss took a huge leap of faith when she launched this free, local and independently owned newspaper.

Fortunately, it paid off and with the support of the community we serve, we are now an established mainstay, a weekly read that is picked up by thousands of people every Friday.

As a team, we aim to be over-achievers, delivering not only the best we can, but also pushing ourselves to be one per cent better than last week.

One of the ways we have recently raised the bar is by introducing our first annual readers survey.

The idea came from our Sales Manager Mike McCann, a young Irish dynamo who joined the team two years ago.

By enticing participants with a motivating $1000 fuel voucher as a prize, he managed to get 881 readers to complete our two-minute survey and the results were fascinating. You can read the full results on our snappy infographic on page 12, but here are a few highlights.

If you’re between the ages of 31 and 50 you make up the largest age demographic of our readership.

If you read both sides of the paper, you are part of the 70 per cent of people who do the same.

If you love community stories and the fact that the paper’s free, then you share this with most readers too.

One of our biggest core values is providing local news and we are pleased to see that community stories are the most popular.

We love covering community stories too.

Rach“To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often”

(Winston Churchill)

When Michael Campbell and his father were travelling back from Double Cone Island on the weekend, they spotted a little white bird in the water. Noticing that it didn’t move or fly away when they passed, the pair turned the boat around to take another look.

“We went back and scooped it out of the water,” said Michael.

“It seemed very relieved and exhausted, it was covered in lice, soaked to the bone and spent the rest of our trip home to Airlie sitting up the front of the boat.”

When they arrived home, Michael jumped on the popular community Facebook page, Whitsundays Chat, and asked for advice.

He was soon put in touch with Di Forster from Fauna Rescue Whitsundays who said that the little bird was likely waterlogged and would have died if

they had not rescued it.

The bird was identified as a juvenile Torres Strait Pigeon that migrates and was due to fly north later this month.

Di cared for the little bird and hand-fed it for 24 hours.

The next day it was transferred to her aviary and when she gave it a ‘test flight’ she could see it was ready to go.

On Tuesday morning, Di released the little pigeon back into the wild and she hopes it will now be healthy enough to migrate.

Fauna Rescue Whitsundays are a non-profit, voluntary group that cares for and rehabilitates sick, injured and orphaned native wildlife.

They provide a 24-hour wildlife hotline service and anyone who sees an animal in distress is encouraged to call 4947 3389. You can also view their full range of services on frw.org.au.

This water-logged pigeon was rescued by Michael and his dad over the weekend. Photo supplied

Studies have found, sitting by the ocean promotes improved happiness, general wellbeing & even brain function

Countless sightings of Australian pop princess Delta Goodrem have generated many excited conversations around the Whitsundays this week.

Rumoured to be filming a low-budget movie in Airlie Beach, the multi-awardwinning singer/songwriter, ex-Neighbours star and cancer survivor is said to be staying in an apartment in Airlie Beach with her long-time boyfriend Matthew Copley.

The couple have been dating since January 2018 but are notoriously private about their relationship.

Matthew did, however, call into a local florist in the days leading up to Valentine’s Day and ordered two dozen red roses, one to be delivered to the film set and the second to their hotel room.

Karen from Karen Hill Florists said that when she wrote the name down, she jokingly said “what Delta, as in Goodrem?” and when Matthew nodded his head she felt suddenly “starstruck”.

“When he first came into the shop, I had no idea,” she said.

“But he was really lovely and so was Delta – she even let me take a photo with her when I delivered the roses to the film set.”

There are not many details known about the movie so far, although it is believed to be a small $1.5 million production.

SUSPECTED SNAKE BITE IN AIRLIE

Filming started this week and crews are expected to be in the area for some time.

Other big-name Australian and international actors are also rumoured to be appearing in the movie.

Last Friday a woman in her twenties was transported to Proserpine Hospital in a stable condition after sustaining a suspected snake bite to her foot off Shingley Drive at 9.08pm.

Local snake expert David Barwell said that at this time of year there are a lot of snakes hatching.

“Snakes are a fact of life in our area,” he said.

“They cruise through our yards on a regular basis going about their business completely unnoticed and without a problem.”

David said that in this case, there is no further information confirming whether it had been a snake bite or whether it was venomous.

“The vast majority of people, 90 per cent, presenting at a hospital for a suspected snakebite do not need anti-venom because either they were bitten by a non-venomous species such as a python, or by weakly or

mildly venomous species or received a dry bite or weren’t bitten at all,” he said. David suggests that residents can reduce the chance of an encounter by keeping lawns mowed and garden tidy, remove any pet food scraps and anything that snakes can hide under.

“If you see a snake move the pets and children inside and let the snake go on its way,” he explains.

“If it doesn’t appear to want to move on in a few hours or overnight then consider calling a licensed snake catcher.

“If the snake is inside the house close any doors that lead further into the house and put a rolled-up towel against the bottom of the door to keep it in the room where it was seen then call a licensed catcher.”

Contact details for local snake catchers are available on the SnakesoftheWhitsundays Facebook page.

Delta Goodrem and her boyfriend Matthew Copley are in Airlie Beach filming at the moment. Photo supplied

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Delta Goodrem received two dozen red roses, hand-delivered by Karen Hill Florist

Residents Reassured Hospital Transport Is On Its Way

Frustrated patients vented their impatience last week about the length of time they have been waiting for a bus service to transport them from the Whitsundays to Mackay Hospital and the Icon Cancer Centre for regular medical appointments.

Many wanted answers on why the bus was “sitting idle” and thought that perhaps a lack of volunteer bus drivers was the cause of the delay.

It has been almost a year since the Whitsunday Regional Council and Mackay Hospital Foundation jointly funded a $50,000 minibus to transport Whitsunday residents, who were otherwise struggling to travel between locations.

Since then, the Mackay Hospital Foundation has been working towards creating a service that will fulfill the needs of the community and operate as efficiently as possible.

Local Layers, Macrossan and Amiet, donated $5000 towards fuel costs which will help with initial runs, and a total of 10 volunteers came forward to donate their time to drive the minibus.

Getting the vehicle on the road, however, is more complicated than fuel and volunteer drivers, it involves establishing timetables, completing legal paperwork and ensuring the service’s longevity.

General Manager of Mackay Hos-

pital Foundation, Kristi Algate, asks that everyone remain patient while they are organising these finer details.

“We have to make sure the legalities and the logistics are sorted first,” she said.

“We are trying to make sure we get it on the road as soon as possible but we must make sure we are all covered first so that it operates now and into the future.”

Kristi says they have had to navigate issues such as driver fatigue and risk management so that legal obligations are satisfied.

They have also had to consider the costs of providing the service and are currently working with Queensland Health to see how they can divert the fuel subsidies patients currently receive and divert them towards the minibus so costs are covered.

“We are very lucky to have access to this service,” she said.

“And while we ask for your patience on the matter, we do understand the disadvantages of living in regional and remote areas can be very frustrating.

“When we can get this up and running, however, it will be a great service.”

Mackay Hospital Foundation is also working on a bus timetable that will hopefully pick-up at Whitsunday

Health in Cannonvale, followed by Proserpine Hospital and then Bloomsbury Service Station.

“We are also working to coordinate all Proserpine Hospital outpatients so that postcodes are flagged to be booked in for appointments between 9am and 2pm so there are no long wait times in Mackay,” said Kristi. There are over 33 areas that they need to coordinate with to facilitate the program.

Currently, some patients without transport have to get a commercial bus down to Mackay and overnight there, returning home the next day.

Others are relying on lifts from friends or even strangers.

Member for Whitsunday Amanda Camm MP was approached by a local resident and subsequently met with Kristi in person to discuss the issue.

“I am truly passionate about access and equity for our rural and regional communities and this service would be valued by many who have to travel so far for care,” said Ms Camm.

“I will work with Mackay Hospital Foundation to provide an update to the community as the project evolves.”

How’s That Whitsunday Weather, Tim?

One of the country’s biggest breakfast shows made a series of special drop-ins at locations across the Whitsundays during its daily weather broadcast this week to promote the region.

TODAY Show weather presenter Tim Davies spent Valentine’s Day on Hamilton Island, hung out at the Airlie Beach Foreshore with Cruise Whitsundays, made mojitos at Fish D’vine, dug into a mango sorbet at Bowen’s Big Mango, and enjoyed five-star luxury on Hayman Island in a week-long sequence of nationally televised weather segments. Mr Davies, a journalist for more than 15 years and the news program’s weather presenter for three, regularly travels across and out of the country with a small team, presenting the weather in a variety of what he said are “the best places on offer”.

“What we do is highlighting things to the nation, letting them know what’s on offer, and that’s the key; we cater to a diverse audience with different budgets, desires,

family situations to show them places they can visit,” he said.

“We’re showing them the camping as well as places of five-star luxury like Hayman Island.”

For the local tourism industry, Tim and TODAY provide a platform of promotion – the region spotlighted and its vibe captured for the entire country to see.

“People will see something cool every

morning and think, that’s cool, I want to do that. That goes in the memory bank and when it comes to a holiday, it’s at the top of their mind,” Mr Davies said.

“We run into people all around the country who will tell us, we went to Fish D’vine because of you, or we went on Red Cat Adventures, or stayed at Hayman because we saw you there. That is incredibly pleasing for myself and those who work on the show.”

And aside from helping out with tourism across the country, Mr Davies said his job is the “best in the world”.

“It’s a phenomenal role but a huge responsibility as well,” he said.

“You want to accurately represent an area and operators and a local vibe. People who tune in and live in Airlie, or have been to Airlie, I hope to make them proud of what they see and know that if anyone is looking to come on a holiday, this will be a great spot to do it.”

The Mackay Hospital Foundation minibus which will soon transport Whitsunday patients to regular hospital appointments in Mackay

Member for Whitsunday Amanda Camm MP met with the General Manager of Mackay Hospital Foundation, Kristi Algate, to discuss the progress of launching the service. Photos supplied

TODAY Show weather presenter Tim Davies at Fish D’Vine during the nationally broadcast show’s weekly weather coverage

Mayor’s Charity Ball Is Back!

Dogs Seized, Owner Distraught

Alocal animal rescue operator is distraught following a series of events that led to Council seizing two of her dogs.

Director of Community Services, Julie Wright, said that Council has strict procedures that they need to adhere to.

Awinter wonderland theme will enthral guests at the first ball our new Mayor Julie Hall will host, it will also be the first to be held since the 2019 event held by previous Mayor Andrew Willcox in Bowen.

The pandemic halted the 2020 ball due to crowd restrictions and last year the campaign race leading to the election of our new Mayor was likely the reason it was postponed once again.

With the pandemic behind us and Mayor Julie well established in the seat, the announcement of the Mayor’s Ball for Saturday, July 22, is a welcome festivity that celebrates community and our local government.

The Mayor’s Ball is due to take place at the new Shute Harbour Marin Terminal in a giant open-air marquee overlooking stunning views across the bay.

Crowds will be entertained by live music from top Brisbane performers, Baker Boys

Band, and up to 300 people are expected to attend the evening.

“I’m sure we are all keen to gather for a spectacular night of dining, entertainment, and fund-raising activities once again for charity,” said Mayor Julie.

Proceeds from the ball will go to two charities.

RACQ CQ Rescue who have been providing critical, lifesaving service to visitors and residents right across the Whitsunday Region for over 27 years.

Also, Whitsunday Housing Company Ltd (WHCL), which is a not-for-profit company managing emergency, transitional and long-term social housing throughout the Whitsunday Region.

WHAT: Whitsunday Regional Council

Mayor’s Charity Ball

WHEN: Saturday, July 22

WHERE: Shute Harbour Marine Terminal

Christina Della Valle, the owner of Animal Rescue Whitsundays, was on holiday in Switzerland over the Christmas period when three of her dogs escaped and allegedly attacked cattle on the neighbouring farm.

A friend had been caring for her animals in her absence and had accidentally left the gate open while he escorted one of her other pets to the vet.

Subsequently, the three dogs were declared ‘dangerous’ by Council and following an unsuccessful compliance inspection last week, a search warrant was enforced and a Seizure Notice issued.

The incident took place on Christina’s 107-hectare rural property which was sheltering three cats, six dogs, three horses, two goats and some cattle.

While Christina says she does not question the events on that fateful day, she adamantly disagrees that her dogs are dangerous.

“The reason my dogs did what they did is not that they are dangerous,” she said.

“It was because I was away, they were confused, nervous and distracted.”

Christina says that she paid for the treatment of the cattle immediately and believed that to rectify the situation.

By comparison, in a separate incident where a neighbouring dog attacked one of her geese – there was no Council involvement – and the matter was sorted between the residents.

“At no point was anyone at risk or was there any threat to the community,” she said.

“My dogs never go out, I have now taken appropriate measures to ensure they never do again and can promise such an incident will never occur again.”

“On 2 February 2023, two Council Local Law Officers again visited the property to conduct a compliance inspection and were unable to gain access to the property due to a locked gate,” she said.

“Council’s Authorised Senior Local Law Officer then had a telephone conversation with the property’s responsible person and requested access to the property to conduct a compliance inspection and discuss the alleged contravention of the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008 section 67 Prohibition on the supply of declared dangerous dogs or menacing dog.

“It was the Council Officer’s belief that the subject declared dangerous dogs would offend in a similar nature again and require seizure by Council.”

Feeling scared and vulnerable, Christina responded with anger, and in desperation informed the law officers that she had ‘shot’ the dogs but was subsequently unable and unwilling to provide evidence to support her claims.

She then refused entry to her property which prompted the search warrant that led to the seizure of her two dogs.

It has been over a week since Christina has seen her two dogs and she is very concerned for their welfare.

The only comment Council could give in regard to their return was that the matter is being dealt with through the legal process.

“In the four years that I have been operating Animal Rescue Whitsunday I have saved 200 dogs and over 300 cats,” said Christina.

“They have no problem sending me the animals that need shelter, I always try to do the right thing – this was a one-off incident, everyone makes a mistake – I just want the dogs back.”

Christina Della Valle is pleading with Council to give her dogs back. Photo credit: Rachael Smith

The Mayor’s Charity Ball will be held at the Shute Harbour Marine Terminal

Save Our Foreshore Launch Art Exhibition Fundraiser

The dedicated volunteers from Save Our Foreshore (SOF) have gathered more momentum within the community following the announcement that an art exhibition and auction will soon take place to raise much-needed funds for the upcoming court case.

The local activists are currently taking Whitsunday Regional Council (WRC) to court to fight against the approval of a 47-metre, 12-story high-rise on the low flat land adjacent to Port of Airlie.

They believe that the high-rise hotel development completely contradicts the current Airlie Beach Town Plan which outlines a four to five-storey maximum height restriction.

So far, SOF has garnered objections from 2242 people, 87 per cent of which were living in Queensland and 64 per cent were locals to Airlie Beach.

Despite the objections, WRC Councillors approved the development last year and since then an ongoing legal battle has ensued.

Director of Planning and Development for WRC, Neil McGaffin, said that Council would not have approved a development if the facts did not “stack up” and that the project has “very positive impacts for Airlie Beach”.

Meanwhile, SOF is outraged that a height restriction change of this magnitude has been approved without sufficient community consultation.

It is estimated that legal costs for SOF could amount to $150,000 and expert witnesses are currently in discussions ahead of a final verdict, expected in April.

“This development should never have gone this far,” said Suzette Peel from SOF. “Our Councillors mustn’t accept blindly

what is put in front of them – they need to question, and they need to listen to the community.

Representing SOF in the court case is Chris Buckley who successfully won the last development battle which saw SOF appeal a foreshore development in Airlie Beach in 2006.

Nearly 20 years on and they are in the midst of another battle but feel buoyed by the community support.

One of these passionate community members is owner of 3 Little Birds Espresso, Joan Hunter.

“People come here to relax and unwind,” she said.

“And we just don’t think people come here for high-rises. We understand that the town needs to progress but there has to be another way. That’s why we decided to help.”

3 Little Birds Espresso have a large, dedicated art space next door to their café, and they have kindly donated this space for an art exhibition to raise funds for ongoing legal costs.

Meanwhile, SOF has been gratefully receiving donations from local artists who have kindly offered their work for auction. So far there are over 15 artworks up for grabs and Suzette expects there will be more to come.

The Art Exhibition Fundraiser will take

place at the end of March and organisers are planning a lively Wine and Cheese evening to raise both awareness and much-needed funds.

“We are not anti-progress by any means,” said Suzette.

“Our job is to simply protect public parkland, to keep our parklands open and available to everybody.

“There are plenty of building sites still in Airlie Beach – look at Funnel Bay a development with hundreds of rooms approved – it’s just the location at Port of Airlie, that’s the problem.”

A date for the Art Exhibition is still to be confirmed.

A Conflict Of A Conflict Of Interest

New Whitsunday Regional Councillor Clay Bauman caused a stir at the most recent Ordinary Council Meeting by declaring a conflict of interest despite receiving legal advice to the contrary.

Councillor Bauman submitted conflict-of-interest documents in reference to the Whitsunday Regional Council Planning Scheme Major Amendment last week, stating in the document that his conflict was due to an earlier “submission on the draft Major Amendment and longterm personal interest in maintaining amenity with continued low-rise development in Airlie Beach.”

The Statement Mr Bauman made is in ref-

erence to his strong pre-election advocacy against the development at Port of Airlie –which is currently being scrutinized in the Queensland Planning and Environment Court – and whether he would be required to leave the room during any conversations on planning matters.

“We all know I’ve had a long, strong, very vocal personal interest in planning for the future of the Whitsundays,” Mr Bauman said.

“I did look into this quite a lot before I nominated for council because I did not want to be here if I couldn’t be an effective Councillor. I have done this genuinely to bring this out into the public so there is a discussion whether I have a right to be

involved in the vote in the greater public interest.”

Some council members were confused by Mr Bauman’s declaration, as according to Whitsunday Mayor Julie Hall, Council had enquired with legal aids as to whether Councillor Bauman had a conflict of interest –the legal advice affirming he did not.

Councillors John Collins and Michelle Wright pointed to the lack of respect in the Council’s seeking of legal advice and in disputing the advice, as well as Mr Bauman calling his abilities as a Councillor into question.

“Sometimes it’s best to leave sleeping dogs lie, honestly, Councillor Collins said.

“You didn’t have to make it all about you

– that’s what you’re doing here. I’ll be honest, I can’t support you with this. You don’t have to make a big thing of it.”

Council was given two options in a formal vote: Do not allow Mr Bauman to remain in the room with regards to Major Scheme Amendments in briefings, workshops, or regular meetings; or he could remain.

“By us making this decision here today, it is saying that the majority of the council thinks I can act in the public interest,” Mr Bauman said.

Council Resolved that Councillor Bauman be allowed to stay in the room on these matters, with the motion passing 4/2 (Councillor Michelle Wright and Collins against).

Dennis Mundle from SOF, Joan Hunter and Pauline Kupa-Morgan owners of 3 Little Birds Espresso and Suzette Peel from SOF. Photo credit: Rachael Smith

The 12-storey, 47 metre high-rise that is currently planned for Port of Airlie

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Councillor Column With Councillor Michelle Wright

Remembering John Carey

John Carey joined SKAL Whitsundays, an international organisation promoting global tourism, in 2013 having relocated his business and family to Airlie Beach in 1986. Looking for new opportunities John understood very keenly the potential of the Whitsundays and Hinchinbrook (his hometown) areas to attract visitors.

Born in Townsville, he was the eldest of 10 children and their childhood was a very simple, happy and hardworking one, with the entire family working together almost every weekend, public and school holidays developing the small crop family property on their parent’s property at Dalrymple Creek, 30km’s west of Ingham.

John hailed from a long line of Accountants with this father, grandfather, two brothers, one sister, his sons and two nephews all following the accounting/business/ finance career pathways. John first married in 1974 and had 4 children - 3 boys and 1 girl. He originally worked in the family accounting/farming business in Ingham, until he branched out and relocated to Airlie Beach to commence his own accounting and financial management business.

John was involved in sport for most of his life, both as a player and in sporting man-

Chamber Chat

Disappointingly, the first sniff of a cyclone sent the media into a complete frenzy with ridiculous headlines like “Horror cyclone head towards Queensland Coast” and the “ominously” named Cyclone Freddie is expected to wreak havoc on Queensland coast. It would be laughable if it wasn’t so damaging to our local businesses, with several reporting cancellations.

Alongside council representatives, the chamber recently met with Hero Experiences, an established Dubai based adventure tourism operator looking to expand and introduce some new product to Australia. Whilst looking at several locations in Australia, the benefits of the Whitsundays region were clearly laid out and articulated. Exciting prospects for the future.

In other meetings, the chamber is looking

agement. In his early days, he was committed to the local basketball executive for many years, at a time when the participation by local community was exceptionally strong. His love of all things sporting continued in Airlie Beach and extended to include sailing and rugby, amongst others. After Johns first marriage dissolved in the late 1990’s, John married Bridget in 2013 and together with Bridget’s daughter and son-in-law, managed the Colonial Palms Motel for 8 years.

Sadly, John’s eldest son Andrew, drowned in 2014 and John will be laid to rest beside him at Ingham cemetery.

John will be sadly missed by many, not the least his beloved wife Bridget (and our member), who loved him dearly and was by his side right until his final passing on Australia Day, January 26, 2023.

RIP John JosePh CaRey

13th July 1952 - 26th JanuaRy 2023

Contributed with thanks to SKAL.

at ways to work more closely and in collaborations with Tourism Whitsundays and other local chambers and provide complementary benefits to local businesses moving forward.

Last night was Chamber’s first networking event of the year, held at the Reef Gateway Hotel.

Focussing on the Industrial Relations changes being enacted, Joanna Minchinton GM Workplace Relations for Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland was invited. Joanna is a recognised workplace relations expert and provides practical, real-world advice on employments matters.

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

Hi all, I was going to wish our amazing community a Happy New Year but wow, I blinked, and we are already in the middle of February!

As this is my first Councillor column, I’d like to thank Whitsunday Life for allowing space each week. It’s a good opportunity to inform our Whitsunday community of relevant topics and good outcomes.

A quick update of the Ted Cunningham Bridge at Bowen River where late last year the approaches washed away.

As Divisional Councillor, I’ve got to meet and know the families in this community over the last few years and the current situation is very disappointing.

I would like to thank the residents who attended the Bowen River community meeting last week attended by myself, Mayor Hall and Council officers.

It was an opportunity for everyone to ask questions and Council to listen to the local resident’s feedback. A step in the right direction and we are pushing to rectify this situation and exploring options to reinstate the bridge as soon as possible.

On a positive note, some of the projects underway for 2023 include, Collinsville Main Street upgrade, the sealing of the Collinsville airstrip (currently gravel) and researching a suitable design for a new Pump /BMX track to be built at Darcy Munro Park Collinsville.

Bowen’s projects include the upcom-

ing Richmond Road Floodway project to create a higher resilience during the wet season, upgrading and renewing the Edgecombe Heights walking track at Horseshoe Bay, creating a masterplan for Muller’s Lagoon and a bus shelter for the Gumlu State School.

Plenty of other projects in the pipeline this year will also see an increase in community meetings which will be well advertised to give residents a chance to attend and have their say.

The first community meeting in Division 4 to specifically discuss rural roads will be held at the Collinsville Community Centre on February 24 at 10.30am.

Looking forward to the busy year ahead and working with you.

Cheers Michelle

Whitsunday Regional Libraries created their Splash & Rhyme initiative in 2016. The sessions focus on the importance of early literacy and language development through the sharing of songs and stories, in addition to providing families with an opportunity to trial swimming lessons at their local pool to increase water safety and awareness.

Sessions are free and run for 45 minutes over a 3-week period, with families encouraged to attend all 3 sessions for maximum benefit. Parents/carers must accompany their child in the water and are responsible for supervising them at all times.

The initiative has been so well received that it has also been adopted by other Councils across the state!

To find out more about a Splash & Rhyme session near you visit: libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au/programs-events

Allan Milostic, President of the Whitsunday Coast Chamber of Commerce

Canegrower Funding For Best Practices

Coal Mines And The Coral Reef

Local farmers are set to benefit from $4.47 million in funding which supports the continuation of best management practices (BMP) that promote initiatives that will not only help the environment but also increase the bottom line for many in the industry.

Over the four years, CANEGROWERS across the country have been embracing Smartcane BMP with more than 40 per cent of growers adopting the scheme to become officially accredited and operating at best practice.

CANEGROWERS Chairman Owen Menkens said that there are likely more farmers adopting these practices than are signed up for the scheme.

“While 40 per cent might be the official number, when you take into account the number of growers who are implementing best practices on their farms but have not sought accreditation, the actual figure would be much higher,” he said.

“The Smartcane BMP program is 100 per cent voluntary and I encourage growers to seek accreditation.

“While we in the industry know we are operating at the highest of environmental standards, accreditation provides a validation that opens the doors to policy and market-based recognition.”

So far, more than 500 growers have used

Smartcane BMP to document changes to their farming practices.

These changes have addressed disease management, weed control, nutrient management, soil health, tillage, fallow cropping, and/or irrigation scheduling.

The funding is part of a broader $20.75 million government funding allocated for the next three years to help farmers reduce harmful run-off, improve productivity and protect the Great Barrier Reef.

The multi-million-dollar injection into the agricultural industry will enable the continuation of the Grazing Resilience and Sustainable Solutions (GRASS) program and the Smartcane BMP.

Minister for the Environment and the Great Barrier Reef, Meaghan Scanlon, made the announcement earlier this week and said that farmers continue to play a critical role in helping to protect our Great Barrier Reef.

“Both programs are aimed at helping our agriculture industry improve land condition, enhance production and, ultimately, reduce pollutants in reef catchments,” she said.

“This funding forms part of our five-year $270.1 million Queensland Reef Water Quality Program to address water pollution, taking our total spend on water quality since 2015 to over $1 billion.”

Australian history was made this week following the decision to block Clive Palmer’s Central Queensland coal mine development.

This is the first time a project of this nature has been halted by the government.

Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek made the initial decision last year and a lengthy public consultation ensued. A total of 9000 submissions were received, 98 per cent of which were in favour of blocking the project.

The planned mining site was 10 kilometres from the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area and thorough research indicated that the mine generated risks to the reef that were too great.

Cherry Muddle, a Senior Great Barrier Reef Campaigner said that she was thrilled to see the project overturned, but that the decision was simply abiding by the law.

“The Minister listened to the scientists and followed the law,” she said.

“We hope that this decision means the Australian Government are serious about the Great Barrier Reef.

“There is insurmountable evidence that the impacts of mining on the reef in that location would be irreversible and unacceptable.”

Groundwater contaminants from holding ponds within the mine would have leached into the catchment area and travelled down to the ocean through creeks and rivers.

These mine pollutants and various fine sediments from the development of the mine would travel across the reef and dramatically decrease water quality.

“There is a huge tide and current that could cause widespread impacts to the reef,” said Cherry.

“Especially to the Dugong and Sea Turtle nesting areas.”

While environmentalists are celebrating, however, local Federal Member for Capricornia, Michelle Landry, is concerned about how the decision will impact the regional economy.

“We need to have a good think about what props up our nation. Without the resources industry there are no funds to build the big-ticket items,” she said.

Senator for Queensland, Matthew Canavan, agrees, stating the decision is not what we need while living costs continue to skyrocket.

“People need jobs so they can pay their mortgages and removing red tape would help reduce inflation by creating a more productive economy,” he said. Finding a balance between protecting our natural environments and utilising them to create jobs and economic benefits for our community is a challenge.

The ambition to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, however, is a goal that is changing the shape of our resource industry.

“In Australia, we have abundant natural resources, such as wind and solar,” said Cherry.

“I don’t know why we aren’t grasping them with both hands and seizing the opportunity.

“There are 60,000 people directly employed in tourism in the Great Barrier Reef and we need to consider their welfare too.

“It’s not about stopping an individual coal mine; it is about looking at all the overlapping impacts.”

Currently, there are 17 other coal and gas applications under consideration, 11 of which are in Central and North Queensland.

Only time will tell whether this history-making decision will pave the way for others to follow.

Federal Member for Capricornia, Michelle Landry, says that our local economies need coal mines. Photos supplied

Senior Great Barrier Reef Campaigner, Cherry Muddle

Over 500 cane farmers now operate under best management practices

PROSERPINE HIGH INDUCTS SCHOOL LEADERS

Anew group of school leaders were inducted at Proserpine State High School earlier this month in a special ceremony that also honoured the achievements of last years’ standout students.

Federal Member for Dawson, Andrew Will cox was in attendance and he said that it was great to see the multipurpose hall full house while the school community watched with pride as the new school leaders took their place on stage.

“I was honoured to be asked to present the badges to the Senior Student Council Executives for 2023,” he said.

“Congratulations to all of the new leaders - Proserpine State High is set for another great year with these fine young ladies and gents at the helm.”

THIS YEARS’ LEADERS

SCHOOL CAPTAINS: Georgia Butler & Sam Rogers

SCHOOL VICE-CAPTAINS: Abbie O’Sheehy & Riley Stuchbree

INDIGENOUS STUDENT LEADER: Isabella Allan

SENIOR STUDENT COUNCIL EXECUTIVE:

PRESIDENT Alannah Fitzpatrick

VICE-PRESIDENT Scarlett Foti

SECRETARY: Acadia Simmonds

TREASURER Isabella Allan

JUNIOR STUDENT COUNCIL EXECUTIVE: PRESIDENT Matthew Mendoza

VICE-PRESIDENT Sam Fogg

SECRETARY Ellie Parker

TREASURER Lucas O’Toole

HOUSE CAPTAINS / VICE-CAPTAINS: COOK FLINDERS

Kaylem Douthwaite (C) Pauline Mallare (C)

Sahara Hill (C) Acadia Simmonds (C)

Millie Wesley (VC) Georgia Butler (VC)

Ethan Ventura VC) Madison Curr (VC)

KENNEDY OXLEY

Rachael Buckley (C) Jahla Thompson (C)

Crispin Diessel (C) Alannah Fitzpatrick (C)

Isabella Allan (VC) Scarlett Foti (VC)

Makaela Stefan (VC) Taela Braney (VC)

DUX OF SCHOOL 2022: Mac Rogers

BURSARY WINNERS:

DOUGLAS DEBNEY MEMORIAL BURSARY

Mac Rogers

GEORGE TELFORD MEMORIAL BURSARY

Xanthia Thompson

BAND LEADERS: Acadia Simmonds & Ethan Smith

The 2023 School Captains

DUX of 2022 Mac Rogers. Photos supplied

Clear Your Garden Of Waste

During storm season in the Whitsundays, it is important to clear up your garden to avoid potential hazards and remove items that could become airborne in strong winds.

At this time of year, the increased rainfall can cause gardens to become overgrown, providing the perfect habitat for snakes and other dangerous animals.

By clearing up your garden, you can remove potential hiding spots for snakes and reduce the risk of an unexpected encounter.

Another benefit of clearing up your garden is that it can help to improve the overall appearance of your property.

An overgrown and cluttered garden can detract from the beauty of your home and reduce its value.

By keeping your garden tidy and well-maintained, you can create an invit-

Small Jobs, Big Results

Locally owned & operated

ing and welcoming environment that will enhance your property’s curb appeal.

To clear up your garden, start by removing any dead or dying plants, as well as any fallen branches or other debris.

Trim back any overgrown bushes or trees and remove any weeds or other unwanted plants.

Consider hiring a professional tree service, such as Whitpro, to remove any large or difficult-to-reach branches.

Unsure what to do with your garden waste? Call Garden Bags Whitsunday who will be happy to provide a sack to store debris and then remove it for you.

By taking the time to clear up your garden, you can help to keep yourself, your family, and your property safe during the wet season.

Don’t wait until it’s too late - start clearing up your garden today.

Keeping up with the odd jobs around the home is crucial to maintaining a safe, comfortable, and well-functioning living environment.

By taking the time to regularly perform small tasks, homeowners can avoid major issues down the line that could be more expensive and time-consuming to fix. One area where homeowners often neglect routine maintenance is with their air conditioning units.

These appliances work hard to keep us cool and comfortable during hot summer months, but they require proper care and maintenance to function at their best.

By changing the filters regularly, cleaning the unit’s coils, and having it serviced by a professional, homeowners can extend the life of their air conditioning unit and avoid costly repairs.

Another area where regular maintenance is crucial is with the exterior of your home. Over time, dirt, dust, and other debris can accumulate on walls, windows, and roofs, which can cause damage to the paint or other surfaces.

High-pressure cleaning can be an effective way to remove built-up grime and keep your home looking clean and fresh. This can help prevent issues like mold and mildew growth, which can be harmful to your health.

Checking the roofing and gutters is also an important aspect of home maintenance

that is often overlooked.

Regular inspection and cleaning of your roofing and gutters can help prevent leaks and water damage to your home.

Leaks in the roof or gutters can lead to rotting wood, mold, and other issues that can be costly to fix.

By ensuring your roof and gutters are in good condition, you can prevent these issues from occurring and maintain the value of your home.

Odd Job To Do List:

• Clean or replace air conditioning filters every three months

• Have your air conditioning unit serviced by a professional at least once a year

• High-pressure clean the exterior of your home every 12-18 months

• Check your roofing for damage and leaks twice a year

• Clean your gutters every three to six months

By following these simple maintenance tips, homeowners can avoid major issues down the line and maintain a comfortable and safe living environment.

For all your air-conditioning needs call A2Z Airconditioning, if you want to pressure clean the exterior of your home give Blast H20 a call and for all your roofing and guttering needs call Parnell’s in Proserpine.

KITCHEN GARDENS

With Norina Jane

Less than two weeks till Autumn! As the weather starts its journey into the cooler months, it is a very exciting time for the vegie patches in the Whitsundays. April is “the month” to plant a huge variety of vegetable seeds, so now is the time for preparation and there is lots to do.

If you don’t have a compost bin, start one now.

A compost bin is the best thing you can do for your garden. Adding a layer of compost to your garden beds will support worms, bacteria, fungi and micro-organisms to get to work. If you haven’t had a compost before there are a few important things to remember.

No one wants a stinky compost bin and with the right balance, your compost should smell earthy and pleasant. It’s about balance and moisture. Keep your compost bin contents moist throughout but not saturated.

Here’s how my compost bin looks:

• 50% dr y materials - Cut up garden prunings, cardboard and paper (I wet mine before adding them into the pile), egg cartoons, dead leaves, straw

• 30% green plant matter – Soft garden prunings, thin layers of grass clippings

• 20% kitchen scraps – Avoiding meat, whole eggs and dairy as they smell and attract rodents

• Then I add blood and bone or poultry manure. This adds nitrogen and phosphorus and makes for a healthy environment for micro-organisms to do their work.

If you have not established garden beds yet, then find the sunniest part of your garden, as close as possible to the house and make a raised bed (great for drainage when we do get those heavy downpours) and remember that your soil depth needs to be 30-40cm for your vegies. Don’t make the bed any wider than 1.2 metres, you’ll need to comfortably reach in for mulching, weeding, pruning and picking!

If your beds are already established, then it’s time to clean them up. Remove weeds, add compost (if you don’t have any yet, you can buy soil improvers in bags, come see us at Whitpro we have plenty of options), a slow-release fertiliser like poultry manure and cover with mulch, my go to is sugar cane mulch. Your soil health means everything to the success in your vegetable garden, so give it some love now.

Soil temperature is a really important factor when it comes to seed germination, so don’t be tempted to plant them out too early. If your patch is ready to go and you just can’t wait till April then plant some basil and corn now, in March you can start adding capsicums, chillis, coriander and eggplant but be sure to leave plenty of room for April planting, you’re going to need it!

In the Whitsunday summer heat, salads are still our go to.

With a great dressing, you can lift any salad from dull to fabulous.

Try this one:

Recipe

Salad:

Layer these ingredients on the plate and don’t stir

• Spinach leaves (as a base)

• Alfalfa – Sprinkle with as little or as much as you like

• Red Grapes cut in half

• Tomatoes – cut into quarters, remove seeds, dice into 1 cm pieces

• Cucumber – seeds removed and diced into 1cm pieces

• B eetroot – drain off excess liquid and cut into cubes

• Sprinkle with nuts or seeds of your choice

• Goats cheese – crumbled and spread on top (or your favourite cheese)

Drizzle the dressing over the salad. If you want to make it a meal on its own, then top with thinly sliced chicken schnitzel or salmon or lamb (whatever you enjoy or have left over from the night before).

Mustard Salad Dressing:

This dressing can be stored in the fridge for a few days

• ¼ cup Olive Oil

• ¼ cup white wine vinegar

• 2 teaspoon crushed garlic

• ¼ cup caster sugar

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• 1/3 cup Mayonnaise

• 1 teaspoon Dried salad herbs – Eg Parsley / Chives / Basil / Onion Powder

• Salt and Lots of Pepper

1. Put all ingredients in a jar and shake like crazy (or in the blender)

Arborists

Did you know?

Whitpro’s chipper can chip an 18-inch, 20-metre-tall eucalypt tree in six minutes! Our spider reaches 21 metres high and 12 metres out to reach the tallest of trees in the most difficult areas. It’s also used by plumbers and painters for its reach.

Whitpro are the local professionals when it comes to safe and efficient tree pruning and removal. Services include removal, stump removal, de-nutting, pruning and tree relocation.

Healthy soil creates a vibrant

Men’s Shed Saving Lives And Starting Conversations

Down at the Airlie Beach Men’s Shed, there is a steady flow of blokes coming and going, of projects in various degrees of completion and a hot jug always ready to fill a cup and fuel a conversation.

Since 2012, the local Men’s Shed has provided a safe place, a social network and a feeling of purpose for many men within our community.

There are over 1,200 Men’s Sheds in Australia, some of which began as early as the 1980s.

They first originated because there was a growing concern within society that men would not talk about their feelings, ask for help or take care of their health.

By providing a warm and welcoming place for men to connect in a positive and productive environment, there was a space for men to discuss important issues.

Locally, at the Airlie Beach branch, they have seen this firsthand in the open conversations the guys have about Prostate Cancer.

“More than half of our 22 members either have or have had Prostate Cancer,” said Airlie Beach Men’s Shed President Don Campbell.

It was in 2016 when Don received the diagnosis himself.

By completing his routine six monthly blood tests, which are recommended for anyone in his age bracket, the rapidly increasing PSA levels were flagged, and he was sent to a specialist.

When they conducted scans, the doctors found not only Prostate Cancer but also an issue with his Aorta which could have resulted in a heart attack, likely within the next month.

“The scan saved my life!” said Don. With both medical conditions treated, Don’s health was restored, and he now leads a full life once again.

He is now proud to be able to help others with their health problems and says the group often talk about matters that could potentially lead to life-saving decisions. Of course, central to the Men’s Shed is also the numerous projects they work on.

Don has spent several months restoring an 18th-century sewing machine, his mate Coll has been working on a beautiful timber cabinet and Alan has just started fixing up a model of a classic sailing ship. While projects are always encouraged,

Don says there is no pressure to contribute, guys are more than welcome to simply come along

“You can do what you want down here,” he said.

“You don’t have to do any work, you can just come in and talk to people, have a coffee and socialise.”

Two men that learnt that firsthand are Peter Hallsy and Alan Bourton. Both of them have only been coming along for a few weeks and laughingly say that their wives told them to get out of the house, but it is evident they are simply enjoying being in the calming presence of other men.

While most members are retired, there is no age barrier.

In fact, Andrew Patterson, who is 42 years old, regularly attends and says he enjoys getting guidance from the older men.

Airlie Men’s Shed is open every Tuesday

Graduates Get Set For Work

The Whitsunday

PCYC Get Set For Work program hosted its first cohort of graduates to celebrate the completion of the intensive employment and training assistance initiative on Friday last week.

The local community organisation hosted a ceremony to end the skills program which began on November 14, 2022, and congratulate its four debut alumni.

The state government project ran for 10 weeks, inviting 15- to 19-year-olds to attend and gain valuable skills and work experience, with the participants either no longer enrolled in schooling or struggling to find employment.

Program Coordinator Scott Lynch said he was extremely proud of his four graduates for their diligence throughout the Get Set For Work program, which has already paid off for one of his star pupils.

“I had the pleasure of witnessing firsthand how far these boys have come in such a short amount of time,” Mr Lynch said.

“I am extremely proud of our graduate Levi

Harrison, who has secured an apprenticeship. It is fair to say that these boys are set up and ready to go for the workforce.”

Over the length of the program, the graduates undertook several work placements at locales across the Whitsundays, including on Hamilton Island, with Bredl’s Wild Farm, Woolworths, volunteering at Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre, Master Butchers Whitsunday, and many more.

Upon completion, three of the four graduates attained a Certificate II in Skills For Work and Vocational Pathways, as well as several other achievements and accreditations, including first aid certificates, white

cards, completion of the Responsible Service of Alcohol Course, and the shipboard safety skillset course.

State Member for Whitsundays Amanda Camm, who attended on the day, applauded the graduates for their commitment to the program.

“It is not easy to get up every day and make a commitment,” The Member for Whitsundays said.

“Participating in something like this helps

and Thursday from 8am until lunchtime. You simply need to attend three times and then pay your annual $25 membership to join.

There are plenty of tools if you want to get involved with a project of your own or help with one they have on the go. Airlie Men’s Shed is located at 11 Salmon Street, Cannonvale.

They are currently looking for new members and are happy to consider opening on Saturdays if there was interest.

you grow, helps you change, and expands your thinking about things. These graduates can do anything they put their minds to and on behalf of our community, we are very proud of you. This is just the start.”

The course is now opening for its next intake, which is planned to begin on April 17 and is hoping to field an even larger group, including from Proserpine with conversations for transport undergoing.

For more information, contact Scott Lynch at scott.lynch@pcyc.org.au

Coll Pritchard, Peter Hallsy, Alan Corney, Don Campbell, Alan Bourton and PJ Tell from the Airlie Beach Men’s Shed. Photo credit: Rachael Smith

Coll Pritchard and his cabinet

Don Campbell and his restored sewing machine

Whitsunday PCYC Branch Manager and Police Sergeant Billy Li, Whitsunday Regional Councillor Jan Clifford, PCYC Youth Worker Declan Coull, graduates Bradley Basset, Reon Grant-Iramu, Levi Harrison, and Nicholas Wright, and Get Set for Work Program Coordinator Scott Lynch, and State Member for Whitsundays Amanda Camm at the Get Set For Work graduation

Declan Coull, Reon Grant-Iramu, and Scott Lynch

A Cultural Home In The Whitsundays

Afull house crowded into the Creative Hub at 3 Little Birds Espresso on a quiet Tuesday morning in Airlie Beach in late January.

This assortment of local creatives were all looking to connect and become inspired by successful Mackay artist Margaret Burgess who preached the merits of collaboration, community and culture.

The event was organised and funded by CQ RASN, the Regional Arts Service Network and CQ University, who are dedicated to invigorating the local arts community and finding avenues to help artists progress.

This workshop is the latest in the series of sessions hosted by CQ RASN.

In November a Free Sponsorship Masterclass was held during the Airlie Beach Festival Weekend and attendees heard from well-respected Marketing Manager, Zoe Ottaway, who shared her wisdom on how to create strong partnerships with sponsors.

Then, in January, Margaret Burgess gave an inspiring, informal talk on uniting artists through a variety of community initiatives.

During the workshop, she enthralled guests with a range of case studies including the Artist Collective in Canelands,

Plastic Boutique and the Great Barrier Reef Festival Immerse Sculpture Project.

Coming up in the next few months is a Grant Writing and Project Development workshop which aims to give aspiring artists the tools with which to seek funding for their creative endeavours.

As part of their initiative, CQ RASN is also producing an Arts and Culture Heritage Plan for the Whitsunday Regional Council.

By conducting a series of public consultations, they are producing a report which outlines the existing cultural activities and our regional challenges to create a roadmap to boost and strengthen the local arts community.

So far, the organisation has been thrilled with the response from all their activities and is excited to see a thriving arts community here in the Whitsundays.

“Through all consultations it was identified that the Arts Sector across the Whitsundays is dynamic, self-determined and for the most part, operating independently of Council,” said the report.

CQ RASN suggests that Airlie Beach could become the only Special Entertainment Precinct in Northern Australia if a Live Entertainment/Music Precinct was present.

Plug In And Connect With Gary Greenhill

People come to see Gary Greenhill for one reason: To connect with the world.

For computer-literate generations who were either born with iPads in their hands or, perhaps, introduced to them in a professional sense, computers are simple. They are taken-for-granted tools; they broaden our world whilst miniaturising it – everything at your fingertips.

For older generations of Australians, that is not so; computers are alien, fragile technology. And that is where Gary comes in.

Gary volunteers his time at Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre once a week to help seniors with their tech, getting them up to speed on email, Facebook, text messaging, you name it. In one-on-one lessons, Gary teaches the art of devices and software, and in turn brings the residents of the Whitsundays into a modern, expansive world. It might seem scary, but underneath all the wires, the world and its people are just the same as the old one – we all want to connect with other people.

“My interest in computers began when I helped install them at my ambulance station out west when I was a young

paramedic,” Gary said.

“Teaching older Australians about computers is something I enjoy; I enjoy helping people like this. It gives me a sense of purpose, especially watching people go: ‘That is fantastic’ because it opens a whole world for them. It allows them to connect with their family, but it’s a social outing that they and I enjoy. We bond over this learning, social outing.”

Gary, who has experience professionally building websites and coding, is a certified computer whiz. He has been running computer literacy classes for almost two years at the local notfor-profit because he said “we cannot

The report also suggests more galleries and venues would add to the general cultural offering, giving a creative ‘home’ to both large and small events. If you would like to add a comment to the report, go to Whitsunday Regional Council’s Your Say website to participate.

How Can I See

He's taking my baby

Showing her things too dark for innocent eyes

Whilst my eyes

Shrouded in innocence from overbearing control See nothing Blind

How can I see If the hate around me is fed By numb ego, reliving its horror Into another generation.

How do I say stop To a story of lifetimes Playing out in my face? When you look at me Your eyes just taste me.

know enough people.”

“I have met so many interesting people and helped them reconnect to the world,” Gary said.

“The most common thing people come in for is email, text, Facebook, messaging, using their phone. It is to keep in contact, to be social. To help them makes me feel excellent.”

Gary said he soon plans to begin group classes focused on internet scams, teaching anyone what to look out for and avoid.

For more information on Gary’s Computer Literacy Class, ring the Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre.

The windows to my essence Is the wrong colour for your vision. For how long will my portrait Grace your walls Before I am crushed into darkness?

Do you think I am stupid?

Maybe I just chose not to see What you plan to do with me.

I want to go home now But I can't find it.

Anewor

Lara Russell and Wanda Bennett from CQ RASN organise a series of arts workshops in the Whitsundays. Photo credit: Rachael Smith

Gary Greenhill (R) teaches computer literacy classes at the Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre one day a week to help people connect with the world

GIG GUIDE

Friday 17th Feb

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

• Paradiso: Mike Duff (7-10pm)

• Grandview Hotel, Bowen: Sam McCann (from 8pm)

• KC’s: Aaron Saxon (8pm-late)

• Hotel Metropole: Live Entertainment (8pm-late)

Saturday 18th Feb

• The Pub: Divine Blonde Tribute (25.30pm)

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

• Paradiso: Ash Smith (7-10pm)

• Grandview Hotel, Bowen: DJ Pirate (from 8pm)

• KC’s: Retro Joe (8pm-late)

• Hotel Metropole: Live Entertainment (8pm-late)

Sunday 19th Feb

• Paradiso: Aaron Saxon (1-4pm)

• The Pub: Divine Blonde Tribute (25.30pm)

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

• KC’s: Retro Joe (8pm-late)

Monday 20th Feb

• KC’s: Sam McCann (8pm-late)

Tuesday 21st Feb

• KC’s: Erin Reus (8pm-late)

Wednesday 22nd Feb

• KC’s: Lloyd Saunders (8pm-late)

Thursday 23rd Feb

• Paradiso: Aaron Saxon (6.30-9.30pm)

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

• Grandview Hotel, Bowen: Rebelquin (from 8pm)

• KC’s: Lloyd Saunders (8pm-late)

Magic Mike’s Last Dance

French philosopher Albert Camus believed the underlying reality was this: life is absurd. Now, how does that relate to Steven Soderberg’s Magic Mike’s Last Dance? I would think that is manifest, self-evident, although I am more than happy to explain; we are in a world in which Academy Award Winning directors helm – not just once but thricefilms about male strippers.

I am not espousing that Magic Mike cannot exist – nay, all life is rife for the pilfering when it comes to artistic expression, including male strippers - I am purely stating the illogical, bizarre, incongruous fact of someone with Soderberg’s resume being attached to such a project on three occasions spanning 10 years.

And more: did we need three Magic Mike films? Were we asking for it? I suppose the answer must be yes. The buying power of middle-aged women who enjoy shirtless Channing Tatum (as the titular Magic Mike) and contrived, predictable love stories is a great and terrible thing as ancient as time itself.

Absurdity aside, where does it all leave us? How does Magic Mike’s denouement, his coda, match up to the rest? For one thing, it’s starkly different from its former outing – Magic Mike XXL – and the original.

Each is somehow a different genre from the last in another nonsensical turn.

We start with Mike Lane as he takes to the stage once again, hoping for one last hurrah in London alongside a wealthy socialite (Salma Hayek as Maxandra) who lures him with an offer he can’t refuse – think the Godfather in England but with pectoral-pumping dudes dancing every five minutes (No, it’s not really like that). There are interesting riffs on power and wealth and we end up with Mike leading a show in London that’s more cab-

aret-infused-lap-dance than it is classic bar-top grinding. The change of scenery and genre does prove a shot in the arm for what could be a tired formula and that’s all you can really expect, surely – a bit of fun.

In fact: no one is going to see Magic Mike’s Last Dance looking for any meaning, any sort of philosophical bent or take-away. That would be absurd.

Magic Mike’s Last Dance is playing at the Bowen Summergarden Cinema now.

18 Pink Stumps Day at Bowen Sporting Complex (ticketed event)

20 Breathing Classes every Monday at Dynamic Health & Fitness

20 Breathing Classes every Monday at EvoPrime Fitness

20 Kinder Gym at Bowen PCYC (Mon & Wed)

21 Sailability Whitsundays from 9am @ Whitsunday Sailing Club

21 Fitter For Life Over 50’s at Bowen PCYC

MOVIES: ALL SCREENINGS ARE IN 2D UNLESS SPECIFIED. EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF 7.1 SURROUND SOUND ON SELECTED MOVIES.

22 Kinder Gym at Bowen PCYC (Mon & Wed)

22 Wednesday Night Trivia at The Met

23 Tourism Whitsundays Networking Night at Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

24 Tastes of the Top Shelf Dinner at Whisper Restaurant (ticketed event)

March

1 Kinder Gym at Bowen PCYC (Mon & Wed)

1 Cape Gloucester Community Catch-

Up @ Dingo Beach Comm Centre

6 Kinder Gym at Bowen PCYC (Mon & Wed)

7 Sailability Whitsundays from 9am @ Whitsunday Sailing Club

10 Conversations with Spirits (Chantal Miranda) at PEC

11 Ocean Film Festival: World Tour showing at PEC

16 Zonta meeting every 3rd Thursday 6-9pm at VMR

Action/Adventure/Comedy Super-Hero partners Scott Lang and Hope van Dyne return to continue their adventures as Ant-Man and the Wasp. Together, with Hope’s parents Janet van Dyne and Hank Pym, and Scott’s daughter Cassie Lang, the family finds themselves exploring the Quantum Realm, interacting with strange new creatures and embarking on an adventure that will push them beyond the limits of what they thought possible. Stars: Paul Rudd, vangeline Lilly, Kathryn Newton

“ANT-MAN & THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA” (M) 125 mins

“MAGIC MIKE’S LAST DANCE” (MA) 152 mins

Comedy/Drama After a long hiatus, “Magic” Mike takes to the stage again following a business deal that went bust, leaving him broke. For what he hopes will be one last hurrah, Mike heads to London with a wealthy socialite who lures him with an offer he can’t refuse... and an agenda all her own. With everything on the line, will he be able to pull it off? Stars: Channing Tatum, Salma Hayek Pinault, Caitlin Gerard

“EMILY” (M) 130 min

Biography/Drama/Romance Emily imagines the transformative, exhilarating, and uplifting journey to womanhood of a rebel and a misfit, one of the world’s most famous, enigmatic, and provocative writers who died too soon at the age of 30. About the life of beloved author, Emily Brontë. Stars: Emma Mackey, Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Fionn Whitehea

“AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER” (M) 192 mins

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

I See The Bad Moon Risin’

‘Good Golly Miss Milly’, there’s a ‘Travelin’ Band’ cruising to The Airlie Beach Hotel to take over the whole first weekend of March – it’s sure to cause a ‘Commotion’.

The Australian Creedence Clearwater Revival show, Ramble Tamble, will take over the Bar Top Stage ‘Down On The Corner’ at The Pub on Saturday, March 4 and 5 in a free show featuring all the best of CCR.

Getting to see this world-class four-piece tribute band from Melbourne is a treat for any ‘Fortunate Son’ – these boys have a pedigree of performing as the band from El Cerrito, starting back in 1989, they’re the certified deal, experts of that American music.

Creedence tapped into the rich, traditional seam of the United States’ sound when

they emerged in the ‘70s - only for a short time – and wrote their page in the Great American Songbook. With Ramble Tamble bandmates Rob, Bren, and Richard, there is a reverence for that which made CCR so phenomenal.

The boys take on the roles of the Fogerty brothers and their bandmates, capitalising on their own years of experience touring alongside some of the world’s top recording artists and tribute shows nationally and internationally.

For them, it comes down to one thing: detail.

In producing their tribute to America’s greatest rock ‘n’ roll band, they made sure it was an experience no die-hard CCR fan would be disappointed with – it’s like they were ‘Born on the Bayou’ with how com-

A Barrel Of Laughs In Bowen

Anationally touring adults-only comedy show is jamming two of its best comics into the car for a North Queensland Tour arriving at the Original North Australian in mid-March.

The Aussie Pub Comedy Tour will arrive in Bowen at one of the state’s oldest pubs on March 18, bringing comedians Chris ‘The Bloke’ Franklin and Evan Hocking with it.

Franklin and Hocking are both classic Aussie comedians to their core – crass, crude, rude, and lude – and excellent humourists with a finger on the pulse of bloke culture; especially Franklin, who is most famous for his number one song ‘Bloke’, which debuted in 2000.

“I’m a bloke, I’m a yobbo, and me best mate’s name is Robbo”, Franklin sang in his famous song, which sold more than 120,000 copies and was the third biggest single released by an Australian that year, launched his comedy career to soaring heights.

In the eyes of true-blue Aussies, the parody song became a strong candidate for replacing Advance Australia Fair, capturing bogan cliches that still ring true.

Alongside Hocking – a renowned comedy podcaster and stand-up comic – the pair are ready to “sweat bullets” in the Far North for the Aussie Pub Comedy Tour, a

concept conceived in late 2017 with the vision of bringing quality comedy shows to regional pubs and venues.

Don’t miss the ‘The Bloke’ and Hocking at the Original North Australian soon.

Tickets can be purchased online through www.trybooking.com

WHAT: The Aussie Pub Comedy Tour

WHEN: Saturday, March 18, from 8.00pm

WHERE: The Original North Australian

pletely they replicate every facet of them, like a true ‘Chameleon’.

It is a “tribute in the true sense of the word.” They delve into all seven of Creedence Clearwater Revival’s seven albums showing respect, veneration, devotion, and some damn hard work, they "ain’t never had no day off”. It’s about reproducing the sound of the iconic American roots band as if you’re back in the late ‘60s. That ‘Pendulum’ never stopped swinging. Every show is an event, a miniature concert comprised of two acts: on Saturday, Ramble Tamble will show off their Creedence Show before heading into The Best of Die Hard Creedence classics. They’ll hit all the bests and then head ‘Up Around The Bend’ and back again. Everything from ‘Have You Ever Seen The Rain’ to ‘Proud

Mary’.

Then on Sunday, there's Ramble Tamble’s Cosmo’s Factory, the entire album from start to finish

, and afterward their "The Creedence Influence”, a mixture of songs from the era that influenced the Californian band. Don’t miss them when they arrive at the Airlie Beach Hotel for two days of free shows in March.

WHAT: The Australian Creedence Show Ramble Tamble

WHEN: Saturday, March 4, and Sunday, March 5, from 2.00pm to 5.30pm WHERE: The Airlie Beach Hotel

Ocean Film Festival Coming To The PEC

Athree-hour film festival will showcase the “mysteries of the big blue” at Proserpine Entertainment Centre in early March.

The 10th anniversary Ocean Film Festival World Tour is bringing the salt spray, the crest of waves, and the mesmerising power of the ocean to Proserpine on March 11.

In a series of short films, comprised of “sublime footage taken above and below the water’s surface,” the Film Festival will bring its celebration of divers, surfers, swimmers, and oceanographers who live for the sea to local audiences.

The Festival is brimming with captivating cinematography, awe-inspiring underwater scenes and fast-paced wave sequences, and inspiring and thought-provoking footage complete with touching interviews and insightful narrations.

Festival founder Jemima Robinson said the message of environmental conservation may be a universal one but it was all the more relevant to audiences in the Whitsundays.

“With a personal passion for film and all things ocean, I wanted the Ocean Film Festival World Tour to become an avenue for promoting ocean conservation and bringing people together to celebrate mother nature,” Ms Robinson said.

“We have done this through sharing unique stories by independent filmmakers from around the globe, reaching many exciting milestones, and now we set our sights towards the next 10 years of making an even greater impact”.

The two-and-a-half-hour program showcases several films from independent filmmakers worldwide and has been hosted annually in 14 countries over 10 years, touching countless lives in and out of the ocean with 325,670 attending it thus far.

Tickets can be purchased from $26 at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre website.

WHAT: Ocean Film Festival World Tour

WHEN: Saturday, March 11, 7.00pm to 10.00pm

WHERE: Proserpine Entertainment Centre

The Australian Creedence Show, Ramble Tamble, is coming to the Airlie Beach Hotel in March

The Melbourne-based tribute show recreates the sound of the iconic American Band in a pitch-perfect emulation Don’t miss them in a full weekend of shows at The Pub

Chris ‘The Bloke’ Franklin is just one of two comedians coming to Bowen as part of the Aussie Pub Comedy Tour

Young Vocalists Perform At Dingo Beach

Young and aspiring musicians performed in front of 200 people at the Dingo Beach Hotel over the weekend as part of the Music Evolution Project’s Young Vocalists showcase.

From midday through to 9pm on Saturday evening dozens of young performers exhibited their well-rehearsed songs, many taking to the stage for the first time in their lives.

Mentor and teacher, Lisa Stanley, said she was very proud.

“I was so so proud of their efforts,” she said,

“They were all so good and so professional, it was a huge success and Dingo Beach Hotel have already invited us back!”

The Music Evolution Project is dedicated to helping young people express themselves through music, giving those that might not otherwise have access, the opportunity to learn and perform.

At its core, the project aims to help improve mental health through music.

Over 30 performers took to the stage on the day.

These included Meg McKeon, Destiny,

DINING DECADENCE With Tastes Of The Top Shelf

You are invited to an evening of decadence and six-course degustation at Whisper Restaurant and Gin Bar, home of dining experiences that blow your mind and your palate.

Food lovers from across the region are still talking about the five-course gin-inspired degustation held at the venue last month and, with the next event highlighting premium drinks and cuisines from around the world, tickets are selling fast.

Each course is matched with a top shelf liqueur or wine that has been hand-picked by the Executive Chef to pair seamlessly with the flavours and bring out each tantalising taste to its full.

with a perfect French Cognac. The talented team of chefs and mixologists have put together a menu that will be sure to tantalise the taste buds and other senses as you relax in 5-star comfort.

An intimate dining experience like no other, book your tickets and immerse yourself in a dining experience of decadence and delight.

The two pianists were Maddy Hughes and

The next Music Evolution Project performance will take place on Saturday, March 25 at the Dingo Beach Hotel.

WHAT: Music Evolution Project Young Vocalists

WHERE: Dingo Beach Hotel

WHEN: Saturday, March 25

Think caviar and ceviche, truffles, wagyu steak and more.

There will be a creative blend of flavours to enhance and complement each drink. Palate cleansers between courses will allow you to really assess and enjoy the unique and subtle nuances of each course.

Taste the highest quality Tequila from the agave fields of Mexico, smooth Italian Rose, premium gins from the fields of England, limited edition rums of the Caribbean and rare Japanese Whisky, finishing

Limited seats are available.

The ticket price also includes a courtesy shuttle pick up and drop off.

WHAT: Tastes of the Top Shelf Degustation Dinner

WHERE: Whisper Restaurant and Gin Bar

WHEN: Friday, February 24 – 6pm to 10pm

TICKETS: whisperginbar.com

Ella Kelly, Dominik James, Amber Hinschen, Chloe Kaddatz, The Microns and Tanika Lulham.

Fitia Steel-Gaby.

Some of the Young Vocalists that performed at the Dingo Beach Hotel on Saturday. Photo credit: Crissy Bottrell

The Whitsundays will play host to an exhibition of high-calibre rugby league for the first time in ten years as the Mackay Cutters face the North Queensland Cowboys Young Guns this weekend.

The redeveloped Whitsunday Sportspark was chosen as the venue for the two travelling side’s preseason battle which will act as the main event for a “Festival of Footy”. Three games of high-tier football will be played this Saturday from 2.30pm, starting with the Mackay Cutters women’s side

taking on the Cowboys Academy Squad followed by the Cutters Colts against the Brahmans, and finally the big finale: Young Guns facing the Cutters A-Grade. And before the matches, the Whitsundays’ aspiring young footballers are being given the opportunity to take part in a NRL Development Skills Clinic hosted by all three attending clubs.

Whitsunday Sportspark spokesperson

Justin Butler said there had not been a game of this calibre in the Whitsundays since 2013 when the Sportspark hosted a

Bowen Windsurfing Prodigy Making Waves

WINDSURFING

Ayear 11 student from Bowen has made his way onto the podium of the 45th Australian Windsurfing Titles on the Sunshine Coast at Lake Cootharaba in early February, claiming a third place medal in his upward trajectory in the sport.

Sam Belyea from Bowen State High School placed an overall third in his youth division of 16- to 19-years at the national competition, beating out 141 other Australian windsurfers across three disciplines: course racing, slalom racing and the marathon event over 4 days.

The youngster has been windsurfing since 2018, having picked up the sport from his father and uncle, who have been windsurfing proponents since the 1980s.

His mother, Adelaide Belyea, said Sam had “jumped onboard with his dad and his uncle, as well as Whitsunday legend Dennis Winstanley.”

“Dennis has taken Sam under his wing and taught him over the past few years,” Adelaide said.

“Safe to say that’s very helpful when you have a multiple national champion in your

QRL Country Round between the Cutters and Norths Devils.

“We want to host more and more of this style of sporting event,” Mr Butler said.

“For the youngsters, this is an opportunity that they often don’t have. To see this quality of football and to be able to take part in a Skills Development Clinic, that’s gold for our region. As well, this is a great chance to show off the new airconditioned Sportspark before general trade opens in a few months.”

Additional scaffold grandstand seating has already begun being placed at the Sportspark to accommodate tomorrow’s event, which Mr Butler said could see more than a thousand spectators.

On the footballing front, the Cowboys Young Guns will be bringing a strong team, according to coach Steve Sheppard – who has been lucky enough to field five Queensland Under 19 players in recent fixtures. They come into the game off the back of a 24-16 loss to Cairns’ Northern Pride team, a game Sheppard said was

corner to help you out.”

Sam’s third place finish at the National Titles is not his first accolade in the sport either, at last year’s iteration of the competition he brought home a Junior Australian Title last year.

He said both this year’s top three finish and the previous years were just more incentive to keep going strong with training and passion.

“When you see results, you get such a spark – you just want to get out on the water again,” Sam said.

“I think my grin was ear to ear when I was given the medal. I love this sport; it’s great on and off the water, competitive racing but it’s not something you take to heart. It’s a community where you’re there racing against some Olympic class sailors and learning.”

The young athlete has lofty ambitions as he already begins training for the World Windsurfing Titles in Perth at the end of this year and will be looking for sponsorship.

Bowen State High School student Sam Belyea (R) placed third at the recent Australian Windsurfing Titles

Sam (L) competing in the Titles on the Sunshine Coast at Lake Cootharaba

The Mackay Cutters will take on the North Queensland Cowboys Young Guns tomorrow at the Whitsunday Sportspark, part of a huge weekend of

The Whitsunday Sportspark will be witness to a high-level rugby league game for the first time in ten years

RUGBY LEAGUE

“full of learning experiences”.

“It was a decent effort [against Northern Pride] and we held our gloves up,” Sheppard said.

“We’ve worked on ball control this week and defence is something we’re always working on. This game will be about giving these boys an opportunity to play against men at a higher level, which is good for their development.

“Hopefully we can hold our gloves up again.”

The Cutters on the other hand are the opposite, coming in hot off the heels of a 2410 win against Central Queensland Capras

ing – especially against a quality opponent.

Cutters head coach Michael Comerford –who replaced outgoing coach Dave Elliott at the beginning of this preseason – is eager to prove his mettle in his side’s second fixture with him at the helm.

“We want to reach the potential we know we have, and games like last week’s show that potential,” Comerford said.

“We’ve made a point of challenging the players mentally. There are only so many ways you can run up and down a footy field and get fit so we’ve tried to add that element of challenging them mentally. We reflected on that being an area that let us

Whitsunday

“Festival of Footy”

Bar opens 2.00pm to 8.00pm, with no BYO alcohol. Pricing: $10 entry for 13 and over, free for 12 and under. Limited parking, additional bus services running from major stops.

down in big games last year. That is key to this preseason. If every player and member of the coaching staff are trying to be better every day, it should result in improved performance.”

Both sides – and the fans - will benefit from the game being played in quarters due to the heat, which should provide a fast, open day of rugby league. The action will begin at 2.30pm, with the Cutters Women’s side and North Queensland Cowboys Academy Squad facing off, as well as a game between local representatives in the Whitsunday Brahman colours coming up against the Cutters’ junior side, the Colts.

Food and beverages will be available across the day, and spectators are urged to bring chairs and picnic rugs for seating, as the grandstands will fill quickly.

Whitsunday Sportspark spokesperson Justin Butler said a show of excellent support will enable the club to leverage for further events of even bigger significance.

“This will act as a pilot event,” Mr Butler said.

“We could end up with some even bigger and better games in the future.”

Crowds are expected to be out in force for the matchup which is the second preseason fixture for both teams

Airlie Beach Parkrun

Bowen Bowls Report

COMMUNITY

This week 101 fantastic people ran, jogged, and walked the five-kilometre waterfront course of Airlie Beach parkrun, of whom 21 were first timers and 13 recorded new Personal Bests.

The local running event extended its congratulations to Donna and Ron who both completed their 100th parkrun today.

The event was made possible by 18 devoted volunteers: Nick Beecroft, Kara Olver, Chris Hands, Sebastian Vinci, Rebecca Radley, Corrine Hendrikse, Sarah Voigt, Nathalie Blomme, Steve Athey, Christopher Harvey, Susanne Willmott, Calvin, Jess Van Ek, Sebastian, Laura Oates, Jarrod Keys, Dennis Mundle, and Anne Law.

On Saturday, February 18, Airlie Beach parkrun will be conducting a Pride-themed day; a day that is safe and promotes the inclusivity of all at parkrun, especially the LBQT+ community amd aligns with WorldPride day.

All participants and volunteers on the day are encouraged to participate with rainbow themed sportswear. Every Saturday Airlie Beach parkrun meets at 6:50am for a briefing at area D, Coral Sea Marina (adjacent to the top carpark).

Parking is free in the lower carpark till 9:30am if a parkrun barcode is placed on the dashboard. Post parkrun coffee and chat is held at Bohemian Raw and Berry & Maple Patisserie.

The best-kept secret about parkrun is that it’s not about running - it’s about bringing people together in public parks and open spaces across the world to have some fun in a friendly, social and supportive environment.

You can walk or run the five-kilometre course (pushing a pram or with one dog on a short lead if you want to!), lend a helping hand as a volunteer in a wide range of super-easy roles, or simply spectate and socialise on the sidelines.

Contributed with thanks to Airlie Beach parkrun

Airlie Beach Bowls Club

BOWLS

Saturday morning Scroungers’ first round at Airlie Beach Bowls was won by John Brown, Nik Fernbach, Rick Galea, and Warren Mills.

Tony Whitehorn again won Group B for the second consecutive week, playing some excellent bowls while he did so.

Sunday afternoon Social Bowls Open Day proudly sponsored by PRD welcomed close to 50 players, including from as far as Wangaratta and Proserpine.

Third place went to the team of Lynn Skeen, Lu Rogan, and Keith Bates at lead performing admirably, los-

ing out to second place getters Betty Whitehorn, Sandra Argo, and Lane Telford.

The big winners were Elaine Kippen’s team of Demika Cuip, Jill Spencer, and Mark Mawson, all with an astonishing performance.

Airlie Beach Bowls Club reminds its members that the School Competition with participation from Proserpine High School, St Catherine’s High School, and Whitsunday Christian College begins this week.

The Men’s A , B and Senior Singles is progressing well, too, with results to be published soon.

Contributed with thanks to Mark Mawson

BOWLS

Bowen Bowls Club hosted a successful iteration of its Classic Weekend last week with 16 teams participating.

First place was taken by the tram of P. Martin,

A. Hay, F. Watson, and C. Paine, while second went to Wayne Crowhurst, S. Hamilton, Mitch Wright, and Gus Munro.

G. Delaney, T. Serra, A. Peno, M. Defranciscis were the final place getters in third.

Contributed with thanks to Joan Edwards

Proserpine Bowls Club

BOWLS

Proserpine Bowls Club’s Sunday bowls had some exceptional bowls in both games of triples.

John Anderson played double lead in the games between the winning team of John, Heather Brown, and Bruce Uhe, and John, Mike Harrison, and Barry Zillmann, 21-20.

Alen Sanderson, Jim Quod, and Philip Brown defeated Jim Bownds, Pat Bownds, and Sandy Daffara, 22-14, in the other game.

Social Participation Trophy points have started to add up now with Alen Sanderson and Bruce

Uhe currently joint leaders on nine, Mike Harrison, Heather Brown, and Barry Zillmann with seven.

The club wishes to remind potential players that nominations are open for all club competitions, closing at the end of this month before the March start.

Summertime hours for bowls continue a few more weeks starting.

Contributed with thanks to Heather Brown

Airlie Beach parkrun volunteers who made the event possible last weekend

Bowen Bowls Club Classic Weekend winners P. Martin, A. Hay, F. Watson, and C. Paine with Abbott Point Operations’ Allen Brown

Proserpine Bowls Club player John Anderson showing off his skills last Sunday

Wangaratta Bowls

BOWLS

Six of Wangaratta Bowls Club’s representative men played in various teams in the Bowen Bowls Club Classic, while three ladies attended the Airlie Beach Opening Day, leaving few members for the field on Sunday.

Roger Mumby, Isobel Wheeler, and Geoff Danvers defeated Theresa Willshire and Deb Retchless. And Kennedy Whitton in the first Sunday match, while Merle Elphinstone, Sue Shearing, and Pat Tracey defeated Bill Myers, Irene Laird, and Greg Colquhoun.

Ladies’ nominations have been called for the Wangaratta Bowls Club competition – an opportunity to gain valuable experience in higher grade bowling - and will close Tuesday, February 21.

The club will be holding Opening Day on Sunday, February 26, and games will start at 10.00am on that day and concluding at 12.30pm followed by a light lunch and presentations.

Wangaratta expects visitors from other

Whitsunday Social Golf

GOLF

Whitsunday Social Golf Club hosted a Single stableford in somewhat warm conditions last wekekend with 24 players taking up the challenge.

Winners in the A Grade Men was Peter Fox with 38 points, followed by George Meharry on 35. B Grade winner was David Hoy, 42, followed by Wilf Herwew on 29.

A Grade Ladies’ winner Tiina Randmae with 24 points followed by Pauline Redapth on 21, while B Grade winner was Pam Casey on 26 runner up Karen Rix, 24. Nearest the pins went to Arron Watts, Mark Callaghan, Tiina Randmae, and

Bowls clubs across the region. A sign-in sheet will be available at the door.

Contributed with thanks to Penny Warren

Bowen Golf News

GOLF

Wednesday’s competition at Bowen Golf Club was a single stableford event where the Ladies’ winner was Elona Lynch with a great score of 41 points.

Runner up was Ruth Dunn with 24 points, while the Men’s winner was Allan Cooper, 39, and runner up on a countback Graeme Baker, 37.

Saturday’s competition at the club was a stroke event for the February Monthly Medals, sponsored by Bowen Meat Supply & Bowen Golf club.

Ladies’ winner was Rhiannon Nott 70 nett, runner up Sarnie Eisemann, 71. Pin shots to Claire Garrod, Morag Parker, Donna Wright, and Meg Garrod who also won the Car wash voucher with an OBP.

Men’s winner was Greg Carlyon 63 nett.

Congratulations to Cooper Cremor from

Proserpine who topped the men’s competition with 63 nett on a countback. Pin shots to Cooper Cremor, Chris Matheson, Rob Ebzery, and Daniel O’Donnell.

This weekend’s competition is a stableford event sponsored by Bowen Golf club.

Contributed with thanks to Grace Nott

Karen Rix. Longest drives Darren Reynolds, David Hoy, Tiina Randmae, and Pam Casey. This Sunday the club will host a 4 Ball Best Ball Stableford.

Contributed with thanks to Joanne Moynihan

Proserpine Golf Report

GOLF

Proserpine Golf Club’s Saturday Competition hosted 68 players for the Allenbuild Stableford competition with Ben Moran edging out Shaun Tyrell on a countback, both on 38 points, to win it.

Ben and Shaun were followed by Paul Gray and George Meharry, both on 37, while Peta Thomas was the winner of the ladies’ competition with 32 points, followed by Pauline Redpath and Trish McNeill both on 29.

NTP’s were won by Lyn Muller, Pauline Redpath, Kelvin Stephens, and Merv Hin-

Sunday’s Stableford was won by Mackay Golf Club visitor Russell Gardner with 35 points on a countback from Mark Callaghan, and George Meharry also on 35 points close behind.

Renae Maxwell was ahead of the ladies’ with 29 points followed by Pam Casey on 26 points and Tiina Randmae and Karen Rix on 24..

NTP’s went to: Russell Gardner twice, and Peta Thomas and Tiina Randmae.

Contributed with thanks to the Proserpine Golf Club Pro Shop

On The Whitsunday Green

GOLF

This week’s 9-hole stableford weekly comp at Whitsunday Green Golf Club was won by Richard Clark on 20 points, second place went to Ron Thynne on 18, and third was Kendall Nash with a 17 countback win.

Friday’s 9-hole stableford prawn run was won by David Wallace on 25 points, second place was Neil Boland on 22, and coming in third this week was Kendall Nash on 21.

Sunday’s 18-hole stableford was won by Mitchell Ireland on an astounding 42 points, second place went to Brad Low on 39, and third was James Low on 36 pts. Nearest the pin were Mitchell Ireland and Tyson Flavel.

This Sunday at the club will be 18 holes 4 ball better ball tee off at 10.00am.

Contributed with thanks to Whitsunday Green Golf Club

Wangaratta Bowls Club Ladies’ Denise Wallace, Linda Scells, and Penny Warren attended the Airlie Beach Opening Day

Bowen Golf Club Monthly Medal Men’s winner Greg Carlyon and Ladies’ runner up Sarnie Eisemann

Whitsunday Social Golf players David Hoy, Pam Casey, Tiina Randmae, and Peter Fox

Whitsunday Touch Football

TOUCH FOOTBALL

Whitsunday Touch Football Association’s new season kicked off on Monday night with 25 teams nominating across its four divisions of Open A, Mixed A, Mixed B and Mixed C Family.

The season will run through to the Grand Finals in June, with the Association committed to encouraging participation and development of women, juniors, and referees.

Round One Results:

Open A

Trusty d Raiders Union

Vipers d Sea Eagles AFL

Mixed A

Ray White Mudcrabs (8) d The Guinea Fowls (6)

In the Crear (12) d G.E.T. Touch (2)

Raiders A (6) d Full Boar (2)

Slippery Salmons (6) d Concrete Feet (5)

Young Cannons Enjoy Qld Sprint Championships

Limiting teams to maximum of three on field males is hoped to give women, girls, and juniors greater opportunity to develop their skills and promote their enjoyment of the sport.

Players interested in refereeing accreditation should take the opportunity of the Level One Referees Course this Saturday, February 18, at 8.00am – 12.00pm at the Whitsunday Touch Fields.

Contributed with thanks to Alita DeBrincat

Mixed B

Fumble This (8) d Raiders B (1)

Whitsunday Warriors (8) d Stingers (7)

Flametree Flames (12) d On Time (4)

Mixed C (Family)

Untouchables (7) d Escapees (2)

Mainlanders (6) d Raiders Family (4)

Canecutters Clash Against Colts, Warriors Battle Valley

With last week a washout in the Proserpine Cricket Association calendar, four eager teams took to the grounds on Saturday on a damp outfield where scoring was hard to come by.

Batting first, the Whitsunday Colts were off to a shaky start as Ben Davis (1/24) and Scott Milne (2/31) made the early breakthroughs.

Michael Pettiford (73 not out) continued his run of good form, holding his bat through the entire innings. He found assistance in Wes Homewood (36) and Charlie Woodhouse (50 not out) as the Colts piled on the runs late in the innings.

Luke Thompson (1/40) was the only other Proserpine Canecutters bowler to add his name to the wickets column as Colts finished on 4/181 after 35 overs.

Canecutters never looked comfortable in response, as the youngsters piled on the pressure with the ball in their hands. Wickets fell at regular intervals as Roy Blain (1/24), Kohan Mau (2/17), Noah Wylie (3/23), Jackson Riley (2/13) and Michael Pettiford (1/16) shared the wickets between them.

Nine different bowlers were utilised for Colts with the youngsters sharing the workload together to ensure everyone felt

part of the game. Liam Davies (66) was the only Canecutters batsman to show any resistance, whilst Ben Davis (12 not out) was the second highest scoring player for Canecutters.

The regular fall of wickets significantly affected the runrate, with Canecutters finishing on 9/130 after 35 overs to hand a convincing 51 run win to the Colts.

In the other game, Warriors batted first against Valleys and as with other match, the runs were hard to come by early. Ricky Parslow had the ball on a string and quickly sent three Warriors batsman back to the sheds. Randal ‘Red’ Porter (33) and Dan Leschke (22) steadied the ship to combine for a 45 run partnership, whilst Josh Large (24) provided some middle order impetus.

Youngster Jacob Williams (3/29) was very handy with his off spin.

Machlin Turner (1/10) and Tony Hinschen (1/19) also assisted with the ball, however Ricky led the way returning the ridiculous figures of 5/6 in his 8 overs. Warriors were bundled out for 107, which was still somewhat competitive given the slow outfields.

Despite losing the two early wickets, Valleys were never under any real pressure chasing down the modest total.

Chris Wren grew another leg and bowled

Ten Cannonvale Cannons swimmers travelled to Brisbane to compete in the 2023 Queensland Sprint Championships last weekend.

Club coaches Mark Erickson and Ken Crittenden were very impressed with the swimmers and their outstanding efforts, with this being the first state competition for many of the attending Cannons.

The Whitsunday team achieved a total of 30 personal bests (PB) out of 35 swims.

Tora Delac, Ruby Harland, Anisa Helou, Ehsan Helou, Isaac Pisanello, Isabella Pisaniello, and Andie Reynolds swam extremely well, achieving personal best times in all their events.

Ehsan Helou swam a super 50-metre Breaststroke in 34.05 seconds and came eighth in Queensland, qualifying him for the Australian Age Championships for Breaststroke.

Ehsan’s sister, Anisa swam fabulous times: two of her best swims were her 50-metre Freestyle (under 30 sec) and 50-metre Butterfly in 33.29 seconds.

Don Algie swam two personal bests, as well as finishing in an exceptional time for the 50-metre Breaststroke, 49.52 seconds.

Charlie Doherty swam a fantastic time of 34.70 seconds in his 50-metre Freestyle, and Thomas Ganter swam two PBs, with one of his best swims being the 50-metre Backstroke in a time of 42.09 seconds.

Isaac Pisaniello, Ruby Harland, and Andie Reynolds swam a “cracking” 50-metre Freestyle, taking over 2.3 seconds off their previous best times.

Isaac’s sister, Isabella, had a very successful Sunday of racing, shaving close to two seconds off her Backstroke, Breaststroke and Butterfly.

One of Tora Delac’s best swims was her 50-metre Breaststroke which she swam in 41.31 seconds, a 1.68 second PB. The club extended its congratulations to all the Cannons who competed at the Qld Sprint Championships.

Contributed with thanks to Raylene Rasmussen

with pace that he hasn’t bowled for many seasons, however didn’t get the wickets we deserved returning figures of 1/40. He was assisted by Luke Valmadre (1/23) who was the only other Warriors bowler to add their name to the wickets column.

Fresh off his five wicket haul, Ricky (46 not out) continued his form with the bat despite only being on one leg with a quad injury he picked up bowling. Machlin Turner (47 not out) was the perfect foil to team up with Ricky, with the pair taking down the target at the end of the 17th over.

Valleys remain undefeated so far in the 40 over competition.

This Saturday will see all teams receiving a bye as Pink Stumps Day taking centre stage in Bowen.

The Proserpine fixtures will resume on Saturday, February 25.

Any new or returning players can contact Dale Mengel (0410 895 191) or Craig Brown (4945 1983) for further information.

Contributed with thanks to Dale Mengel

SWIMMING

The Cannonvale Cannons team which competed at the Queensland Sprint Championships last weekend

Huge Potential: 90 Acres With Current Subdivision Approval

Ever dreamt of having your own 90 acres of land and being able to have the freedom to do whatever you want?

Imagine waking up to the peace and quiet, overlooking the surroundings of the bush with the mountain ranges as your backdrop.

This Rustic Queenslander itself needs a bit of a makeover, however, it is completely liveable. With 3 bedrooms, 1 main bath, an open-plan kitchen/dining area, and a corner study room, all overlooking the quiet serenity of your very own bushland.

Offering plenty of room with a 4-bay open-fronted shed plus 3 bay fully enclosed shed, you’ll struggle to fill all the space. The enclosed shed also offers a fully self-contained granny flat which includes a separate bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette, and airconditioned living room; perfect to rent out, or for your friends/ family.

Have you been looking at investing in cattle and haven’t had the

chance yet to find that acreage property? Well, this private setting on 90 acres is ideal being already fenced off for your furry animals (sheep/cattle/horses, etc). It also provides 2x freshwater dams, a small creek, 1x bore, and plenty of rainwater tanks.

There is a bonus with this property… with a subdivision of 4x lots already council approved, you have the choice to purchase this as 1x whole property or in parts which would be the following options: An Expression of Interest will end on 17/03/2023

• Lot 1) House/Dam/shed on 2.78 hectar

• Lot 2 on 2.37 hectares

Lot 3 on 3.76 hectares includes Dam & Yard

Lot 4 on 28.33 hectares

With many options to do on your very own 90 acres, this is one of

227 Sugarloaf Road, Sugarloaf

CONTACT: Rob Taylor 0428 466 124 rob@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

CONTACT: Alex Swan 0432 328 196 alex@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

Sophisticated Rural Lifestyle

Situated on a stunning 2 hectares (4.9 acres) in Holloway Drive, this property is a must-inspect to truly appreciate the beauty.

Only two years young and showcasing meticulous attention to detail and quality features, this architecturally designed and custom-built residence offers a Hampton-style country charm and is effortlessly sophisticated. Walk through the main door and discover the eastern wing which exhibits an upscale setting, with a luxurious open-plan kitchen, dining, and living space. Blackbutt tongue and groove flooring

complement the entire decor, showing that no expense was spared with this beautiful home. Stepping inside, a wealth of space exists in the entire household. The master bedroom is very impressive offering an oversized walk-in-robe and an immaculately designed ensuite overlooking the beauty of acreage. Walk down the wide corridor to the main bathroom and two spacious bedrooms each with its own private balcony.

Architecturally designed to bring the outdoors in and embrace the Whitsunday lifestyle, this property captures the breeze and light in every direction.

Step outside to enjoy a dip in the ‘Martini Edge’ inground pool overlooking the serenity.

The property also boasts an expansive 3-bay shed with a 3.6m high clearance roller door, perfect for the large boat and to store many other toys, and an added benefit additional double undercover carport.

All this being only minutes into Cannonvale or the same to Proserpine.

This very unique acreage property located here in the Whitsundays is one of a kind and is the lifestyle that YOU have been looking for.

AUCTION: Tuesday 28th February at 6pm

TAYLORS OFFICE: 98 Shute Harbour Rd, C’Vale

42 Holloway Drive, Sugarloaf

CONTACT: Rob Taylor 0428 466 124 rob@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

BED BATH CARPOOL

OPEN HOME: Friday 3:00pm - 3:30pm Saturday 9:30am - 10:15am

Huge Potential: 90 Acres With Current Subdivision Approval

Ever dreamt of having your own 90 acres of land and being able to have the freedom to do whatever you want?

Imagine waking up to the peace and quiet, overlooking the surroundings of the bush with the mountain ranges as your backdrop. This Rustic Queenslander itself needs a bit of a makeover, however, it is completely liveable. With 3 bedrooms, 1 main bath, an open-plan kitchen/dining area, and a corner study room, all overlooking the quiet serenity of your very own bushland. Offering plenty of room with a 4-bay open-fronted shed plus 3 bay fully enclosed shed, you’ll struggle to fill all the space. The enclosed shed also offers a fully self-contained granny flat which includes a separate bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette, and air-conditioned living room; perfect to rent out, or for your friends/family. Have you been looking at investing in cattle and haven’t had the chance yet to find that acreage property? Well, this private setting on 90 acres is ideal being already fenced off for your furry animals (sheep/cattle/horses, etc). It also provides 2x freshwater dams, a small creek, 1x bore, and plenty of rainwater tanks. There is a bonus with this property… with a subdivision of 4x lots already council approved, you have the choice to purchase this as 1x whole property or in parts which would be the following options: An Expression of Interest will end on 17/03/2023. With many options to do on your very own 90 acres, this is one of a kind!

Self-contained granny flat

• Private setting on 90 acres

• Ideal for Horses or cattle

• Extensive usable land

FOR SALE: Expression Of Interest

227 Sugarloaf Road, Sugarloaf

CONTACT: Rob Taylor 0428 466 124 rob@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

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