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Hi Everyone, I spent a lot of time in Proserpine this week and was reminded once again what a friendly town it is – cars stop in the middle of the street to let you pass, strangers pause for a chat and everyone is smiling as they pass by.

I always leave Proserpine feeling invigorated by the charm and friendly nature of the town and its people –it must be a lovely place to live!

My main reason for visiting was that Black Snow, the Australian TV series that was filmed in Proserpine, had just been released on STAN and the cast of local ‘extras’ were finally allowed to talk to the press.

The day before my visit, I put a social media post up requesting for anyone who was in the series to get in touch with me, and I was overwhelmed by the response.

It seemed that not only had a lot of locals been involved, but also everyone had enjoyed such a positive experience that they couldn’t wait to talk about it!

With very short notice, a group of eight ‘extras’ were able to meet me at a local café, telling me about their individual experiences.

For many of them, our meeting also became a chance to reconnect and reminisce.

Later that day I also received a call from Seini Willett, a South Sea Islander woman who played the mother of Isabel in the series.

She told me how respectful the producers had been about her culture and community, detailing how much it meant to see this side of history brought to the fore on a film set.

Uniting the experiences of the ‘extras’ who loved being part of all the action on-set with Seini’s heartfelt account of her experience was very fulfilling and I hope you enjoy reading the feature story on pages 3, 12 and 13.

Rach

Quote of the Week: “In times of crisis the wise build bridges and the foolish build barriers” Black Panther

$27.5 MILLION ENERGY UPGRADE UNDERWAY

More reliable electricity is on its way to the Whitsundays following the announcement on Wednesday that a key component needed for the expansion of the Cannonvale substation is due to arrive on-site this week.

As the population in the Greater Airlie Beach Area booms, Ergon Energy have recognised a need to accommodate for the increased demand and a spokesperson said the “investment will increase the network’s capacity and improve the security of the electricity supply for 8,000 homes and businesses”.

“To cater for the projected growth in electricity demand, we need to create additional capacity and flexibility in the network to ensure a reliable power supply now and into the future,” said the spokesperson.

This week a large modular building left Brisbane, embarking on the long journey to the Cannonvale substation site on Shute Harbour Road.

Upon arrival, Ergon provided traffic control measures to ensure

everyone’s safety while they unloaded and installed the critical piece of equipment.

From Monday, work will start on a key communications link between the substations at Proserpine, Proserpine Mill and Cannonvale, including excavation along Faust and Dodd Streets.

When the installation of a new telecommunications pole, conduit and cables in Proserpine is complete, it will enable remote operation of the Cannonvale substation.

The overall project will refurbish and expand the Cannonvale substation and duplicate key sections of the 66,000-volt underground cable network between the Cannonvale substation and Shute Harbour, providing greater network resilience.

The existing Cannonvale substation control building will remain, and an additional modular building will be built on the site towards the TAFE.

The new substation building is designed to minimise any impact on the visual amenity of the area.

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

An aerial view of the substation concept building

For three months last year, the usually quiet town of Proserpine was bustling with excitement as film crews descended and countless hours were spent shooting scenes across town, many of them featuring local faces who were lucky to be selected.

From the Sugar Mill to the local pub, the cane fields to the old Hospital, many local landmarks were transformed into the set of this enthralling crime series based in

The series is steeped in South Sea Islander history and tells the story of a 17-year-old girl, played by Talijah Blackman-Corowa, who is about to graduate high school when her life is tragically cut short.

It is 25 years later when a time capsule is unveiled and releases a startling revelation which prompts Detective Cormack, played by Travis Fimmel, to investigate her murder and find answers to long forgotten secrets.

SOUTH SEA ISLANDERS REPRESENTED

While filming Black Snow in Proserpine, the production team engaged with many South Sea Islander community members in order to make the series a genuine and respectful reflection of their unique culture.

From connecting with local elders to gain knowledge and wisdom, through to employing a dedicated cultural advisor on-set, everyone from the cast to the crew, were informed and educated about the cultural history involved in the storyline and characters they played.

Local educator and one of the central characters in Black Snow, Mackay woman Seini Willett, said the series represented more than an entertaining and exciting TV Show.

In fact, she believes it is “going to start a ripple in the pond” for the South Sea Islander culture and their contribution.

“It is a conversation starter and there is a lot of truth telling in there,” she explains.

“I feel blessed and honoured to be part of this, there are so many different layers and elements, but it was shown in a way that wasn’t too much for people, it is just the

right amount.”

Between 1865 and 1930, the practice of ‘Blackbirding’ saw 15,000 South Sea Islanders, tricked, coerced and sometimes kidnapped by traders who transported them to Australia, mainly Queensland, and forced them to work on farms.

Many of these people, who were originally from places like Tanna (Southern Vanuatu), came to the Whitsundays and worked long hours for little money on the cane fields.

Over time, this painful part of our local history has been pushed aside but Black Snow brings it to the fore again, hoping to educate and inform viewers.

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Seini Willet plays Isabel’s mum in Black Snow

Combining Traditional Values With Progressive Thinking Mayor Julie Shares Vision For 2023

Awhirlwind of ribbon cutting, committee meetings, stakeholder sessions and getting to know the intricacies of Council operations has greeted Mayor Julie Hall during her first four months in office.

Despite the intensity, pressure and fastpaced grind of her position, Mayor Julie assures us that she has loved every second and relished every challenge.

“I promised the rate payers that I would work 100 per cent and give it my all and I can honestly say that I have,” said Mayor Julie.

“It’s been a lot to take in, but I’ve been getting great feedback and I’m really wrapped with how everything has been moving forward - it feels like I have been here a lot longer than four months!”

Mayor Julie was sworn in on August 29, 2022, and since then, the business woman, who has no formal local government experience, has become an accepted and respected leader.

During her election campaign she was determined to increase transparency within Council and also improve the connection with the community, two key issues that she says she has been constantly working towards.

From holding briefings in the smaller re-

gional areas to introducing a new community engagement plan and offering open, educational insights into where rates are spent, Mayor Julie is determined to keep her promises.

She is also using her business background to better understand Council assets and recognise where money can be made, where costs can be reduced, and where more efficient operations can be established.

“I really want to combine our traditional

values with progressive thinking to make sure we are moving forward with economic development,” she explains.

“I want to make sure Council continues to maximise our business assets, we’ve got some really good infrastructure such as the Shute Harbour Marine Terminal, airport and caravan parks - we need to make sure they are all working at their best.”

One of the biggest surprises for Mayor Julie so far has been the cost of maintaining local roads, many of which are in poor

condition.

“The amount of regional infrastructure that we’ve got to maintain for the amount of rate payers we have is incredible – this has been a real eye-opener for me,” she said.

“Infrastructure is not ‘sexy’ but we have a lot of aging infrastructure in our region, it needs attention and that costs a lot of money so I want to make funding for this a big focus this year.”

Overall though, Mayor Julie is excited to be part of a “year of stability” and with the recent appointment of the new CEO, she is confident the final piece of the puzzle has been found.

2023

Wish List:

1: Improved community engagement –firstly find out what that looks like from the local community through consultation and then deliver

2: Really look at where Council can help with the housing crisis and making sure we are doing everything we can towards supporting State Government in solutions

3: Regional roads, we’ve got a lot of unsealed roads that are in poor condition, I will be focused on advocating for more funding to resurface unsealed roads

Much-Loved Local Teacher Passes Away

Kind-hearted teacher and active community member, Karen Collins, passed away on Boxing Day after a brave battle with cancer.

Known also as Miss McKenzie, Karen spent most of her career teaching at local schools and will be remembered fondly by many of her students.

It was in the 1980’s that Karen left her home-city of Melbourne, following a desire to travel around Australia and finding herself falling in love with the beauty of the Whitsunday region.

Deciding to make the area her home, she taught at primary level at Hamilton Island, Cannonvale State School and St Catherine’s Catholic College in Proserpine, shaping many young lives and instilling a love of learning.

Karen was renowned for her kind, caring and generous nature and her love of teaching.

Many will remember her colourful classrooms that were a sight to behold.

Also a high-profile member of the hospitality industry, Karen was an extremely sociable person and well-known member of the wider Whitsunday community.

She was married to local restauranteur, Kevin Collins, for 18 years.

Karen also loved her sport and will be remembered as an avid netball player, competing and winning at World Masters Games level.

She was also involved with numerous fundraising activities both as a member of Cannonvale School staff and as a member of Zonta.

Karen will be missed by many, including family, friends, colleagues and her past pupils who were always dear to her heart.

She is survived by her five siblings.

No memorial service was requested but the family ask everyone who knew her to spend a moment remembering the very best of times and shared memories of this remarkable lady.

Memorial story writ ten in conjunction with Karen’s fam ily and close friends.

Karen Collins (Miss McKenzie) passed away on Boxing Day

Mayor Julie Hall at the Whitsunday Regional Council Offices in Proserpine

Be Snap Happy And Win!

This Australia Day everyone is invited pull out their cameras and smart phones to try their hand at some amateur photography and enter into a competition with a prize pool of $58,000.

The Australia Day Photography Competition hopes to encourage participation and highlight the many ways Australians take part in our national celebrations.

Photos must be taken on the day, Thursday January 26, and invites participants to tell their Australia Day story through the eye of their camera.

Three finalists from each state and territory will receive $2000 in prize money and the overall national

winner will receive $10,000.

What does Australia mean to you?

From the backyard cricket match to the community gathering, the big Aussie brekky or the traditional Australia Day swim – capture your moments and turn them into a history shared by our nation this Australia Day.

Competition entries can depict reflection on the past, present and future, respect for each other’s stories, contributions and hopes, or be a celebration of being Australian and part of an ancient, multicultural nation that values each citizen.

Find out how to enter here: australiaday.org.au

Sports Expo Coming Soon!

The eighth annual Whitsunday Sports Expo is due to take place next month and the whole community is invited to come and find out about the variety of clubs, groups, teams and individual pursuits we have available in our region.

Dedicated to helping families understand more about the level of commitment, transport requirements, schedule and cost of participating in both sporting and recreational clubs, this event brings all the information into one convenient location.

It’s never been easier to decide which hobby will best suit your family this year, simply attend

the Sports Expo and browse over 35 different stalls that provide interactive experiences, information and registration opportunities by local clubs.

Try your hand at tennis, jump on the back of a stationary trail bike, explore a sailing boat, hit a golf ball and meet the team captains of some of Australia’s favourite sports.

This year for the first time, the Bridge Club is also participating, opening the way for a broader range of additional recreational pursuits.

The event will be held at Whitsunday Sportspark on Saturday, February 4 and Sportspark President Justin Butler said that

it’s time to get up and active.

“Sporting activities get people off the couch, off the social media and interacting with each other,” he said.

“And this Expo gives parents the opportunity to find out more about the sports we have available in this area.

“We are currently open to additional stall holders and happy for any interested group to approach us.”

WHAT: Whitsunday Sports Expo

WHERE: Whitsunday Sports Park

WHEN: Saturday, February 4 from 9am – 1pm

One Inclusive And United Regional Event

This Australia Day, for the first time, all official regional events will take place at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre, bringing the region together for the Australia Day Family Fun Day.

The event will take place from 10am to 1pm and will feature live music and performances, free family fun activities, a jumping castle, face painting, food trucks and more.

There will also be the Australia Day Awards and a Citizenship Ceremony which have been brought together this year as “one inclusive and united regional event”.

“Hosting one regional event allows us to

duly honour high achievers and community members that are dedicated to making the Whitsundays a better place,” said a Whitsunday Regional Council spokesperson.

“The location for this event will be rotated between our townships each year allowing us to share the Australian Day celebrations across the whole region.”

If you would like to celebrate Australia Day with the community and enjoy some free family friendly activities, then make sure you head down to the Proserpine Entertainment Centre next Thursday.

A wide range of sporting groups will be giving out information at the upcoming Whitsunday Sports Expo

Local Extras Shine In National TV Series

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Over 150 local ‘extras’ were involved in filming the TV series Black Snow with many commenting that the whole production team were friendly, respectful and welcoming.

“They held a community BBQ to introduce themselves,” said ‘extra’ Bess Nolan.

“Everyone was really down to earth, friendly, helpful and normal.

“It was lovely to see so much bustle in town and it brought a whole lot of people

into the town which was good.”

Bess featured in several scenes over a period of five days and said it was a really fun experience that she would love to do again.

Nine-year-old Proserpine State School student Meela Thornton played Rob Carlton’s on-screen granddaughter and filmed for one day, which happened to be her birthday.

“I had to yell out ‘poppy!’ as we were running down a driveway,” said Meela.

“I really loved everyone on set, especially

word on the street

Riley Rule, aged 21

I grew up in Prossie but recently moved to Bundaberg because I couldn’t get an apprenticeship here, so I guess if I could change anything it would be having more employment opportunities for young people here.

Other than that, I think Prossie has it all! I love going out to the dam, fishing, crabbing and four-wheel-driving – I hope one day I can come back to the area.

It’s hard to find a rental though and on an apprentice wage I would have to live with like five other people to be able to afford it! Luckily, I could live with my mum and dad though!

Patti Catling, aged 70

I was born in Prossie but moved away and only came back here a year ago. We grew up here when there were two cinemas in town and I miss that, although it is great to hear the entertainment centre has started showing movies again.

I can remember the days before the cyclone when they did lots of stuff there.

I would love to see an Aldi Supermarket here but other than that, I think it’s got everything we need for people at our stage of life – it’s got a real sense of community – people are ‘real’ here, it’s a real town with real people and I like that.

Richard Davidson and daughter, Mia, aged four

I’d like to see more activities for kids in the area, something to keep them entertained over the holidays and weekends like bowling or go karts.

We only moved here a month ago, on Christmas Eve in fact, but so far the town looks good, it feels safe and happy. The people are nice and so far it is a good change from the Mornington Peninsula, which is where we moved from. We bought a house here and heard good things about St Catherine’s School so are feeling pretty good about the area overall.

If you could change anything about Proserpine, what would it be and why?

the grandfather.”

Aspiring actor, Brian McDermott was the man who lifted the top off the time capsule and he said that he loved being on a real set for the first time.

“It was great to get that experience and see how it all works,” said Brian.

For other ‘extras’, it was an opportunity to tick off a bucket list item and try a new experience.

“I’ve done a lot of things in my life, I’m an old bloke and I’ve had a lot of fun,” said retired press photographer Bob Feeney.

“But this was one thing that I hadn’t done, so I thought - why not give it a go?!”

Mark Fornasiero featured in two scenes and agreed with Bob.

“It’s just something I’ve always wanted

to do, something on the bucket list!” he said.

All the extras agreed that there were long days and a lot of standing around, but that it didn’t matter because watching ‘behind the scenes’ was fascinating.

“I worked out that I did 22 hours over two days and I think I’m on screen for between five and eight seconds all up!” said Bob.

“Out of those two days filming, there was only about four minutes of screen time – so it’s a lot of money, a lot of repetition but I thought the whole thing was fascinating to be part of.”

Christina Unterwurzacher said she loved how the directors aimed to convey real life emotions.

“They filmed us hearing the contents of the letter for the first time ‘live’ so

they got everyone’s real reactions to it,” she said.

“It was really interesting hearing the big reveal on day one.”

For many, however, it was the cultural undertones and the representation of the South Sea Islander community that was closest to their heart.

Adeline Poid brought members of the South Sea Islander community together when she was tasked with recruiting her family and friends.

“I really wanted to be involved because of my own heritage, I have direct family from Tanna, my uncle is still a chief over there,” she said.

“The South Sea Islander Heritage is very real in this area, and it was really interesting to learn about that through a lot of local elders who helped make the series as authentic as possible.”

LOCAL ACTRESS REPRESENTS South Sea Islander Culture

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Well respected Mackay community member and educator, Seini Willet, acted for the first time in her life when she took the role of one of the central characters in Black Snow.

Playing Isabel’s mother, the South Sea Islander woman who turned 50 this year said she was humbled by the experience.

“I always say to my students that when there is an opportunity to - give it a go - and so I thought it was time I followed my own advice!” she said.

“And I loved the whole thing! From behind the scenes to seeing what it actually takes to run a production – it was amazing!

“I loved the script and how they weaved the South Sea Islander history into the storyline.

This was the main reason I wanted to be part of it, to show our history because there are so many people who don’t know much about it.”

Seini recounts how, even though it was her first time onset, all the crew made her feel welcome and accepted.

They had an acting coach that helped them all connect and showed them how to draw from real life experiences.

“Everything you see on the screen is real - real tears, real emotions,” she said.

“The emotions are real because we were so connected, we became like a family.”

The producers went to great efforts to portray a true reflection of culture and characters, using accurate music, language and words.

“It was all done so respectfully, and I feel honoured to be able to share our culture and have our rituals on-set,” said Seini.

“It was all done in a safe environment, all in a collaboration and in a beautiful setting – I feel so honoured to have been part of it.”

Nine-year-old Proserpine State School student Meela Thornton filming on-set

Proserpine’s cane fields were a major feature of the crime thriller

“Come And Taste Rural”

From Cooktown to the Whitsundays, Dr Hannah Trimble’s CV looks like a road map of North Queensland, tracking down the coast until Proserpine Hospital finally caught her heart.

With a passion for rural and remote health issues, Hannah is a proud product of the first intake of the JCU School of Medicine and completed her internship at Cairns Base Hospital in 2006.

After this she took a position as junior health officer in Atherton in 2007, followed by positions in Mareeba, Burdekin and Bowen.

Contemplating a career as either an emergency department or orthopaedic specialist, Hannah decided instead to pursue a future in rural health care when she met her husband in Proserpine in 2015.

“I realised that tertiary hospitals were not in my future, and I also thrived in my time in rural hospitals,” she explained.

“I love the challenge (of being a rural generalist) and not knowing what will come through the door and what we will have to deal with.

“There is great satisfaction in knowing that you and your team made a difference.

“This allows me to do the job I had once imagined as an emergency specialist in the location I want, and I think with more satisfaction”

Hannah now has two children with her husband and the family recently bought a farm in the area.

All her skills and experience have been leading towards her current role which is Acting Director of Medical Services at Proserpine Hospital.

“It is a real team here in Proserpine,” said Hannah.

“We respect and appreciate each other, and this is all staff, not just medical.

“When there is a very unwell patient there is just us and we really do have highly developed skills to deal with whatever comes through the door, sometimes for many hours and with far less resources until that patient is retrieved to more definitive care.”

Hannah has a message for anyone planning to study medicine.

“Come and taste rural!”

The Heart Of Local Tourism

On the highway on the northside of Proserpine is the Whitsundays Visitor Information Centre, the local hub of knowledge for the region.

Here you will meet passionate locals who love sharing information about the area and assisting with non-biased tour advice that will help you make the most of every experience.

When you are a visitor to our region or, perhaps have a family member staying with you and want to give them an opportunity to see the full extent of experiences available, the Whitsundays Visitor Information Centre is the best place to talk to the experts.

Conveniently located on the Bruce Highway, next door to the Whitsunday Gold Coffee Plantation, you can make this a destination to explore as well as a location to source knowledge.

Stop for a coffee and cake or perhaps some lunch, watch the children interact with the friendly animals at the farm or take them into the on-site indoor and air-conditioned play centre.

When you’ve finished there, make sure you head to the information centre and say hello to Dea and the team who would love to answer any questions you may have.

Originally from Estonia, Dea has been living in Australia for 10 years.

Like many before her, she arrived as a backpacker and now has a family of her own, with a beautiful eight-year-old daughter.

Having spent most of her life working in marketing, Dea came to The Whitsundays and fell in love with the region and its friendly people.

She has been involved in the local tourism sector for several years and to continue her career at Tourism Whitsundays was a natural step.

She joined the team in March last year and got appointed as the manager of the information centre in September.

“I love helping our visitors and doing my best to give them a wonderful experience of our region,” said Dea.

“Together with the amazing volunteers, we love sharing local knowledge and interacting with different travellers who all have their own story to share.”

View a selection of accommodation and tour options, read maps from a range of regions or source ideas for adventures and walks in nature.

The team can help you book, decide where to travel next and create personal itineraries for you to enjoy.

“We offer personalised recommendations to each visitor, to make sure they have the best time in The Whitsundays,” said Dea.

“And if we don’t have the answer, we can definitely find someone who does!”

Manager of the Whitsundays Visitor Information Centre, Dea Huvonen with volunteer Wendy Downes. Photo credit: Rachael Smith

Dr Hannah Trimble, Acting Director of Medical Services at Proserpine Hospital. Photo supplied

Auxiliary Fire Fighters – Now Recruiting!

Friendship, community and contribution are three of the key benefits of becoming an auxiliary fire fighter at Proserpine Fire Station according to the existing team who are currently looking for between three and four new recruits.

Offering maximum flexibility around your current work, an auxiliary position means you can work part-time in this paid role and be ‘on-call’ in your downtime.

New recruits also receive fully paid training which includes a two-week course in Yeppoon where they learn to respond to real life emergency situations such as navigating buildings full of smoke and working with breathing apparatus.

Of course, getting paid is not the reason most people choose this sort of job, it is more of a calling to serve.

“For me it’s about helping the community, we do it for the people, to give our time back,” said Emanuele Ventura (known as Ace to his team mates).

Ace is originally from Italy but moved to Australia in 2005 and to the Whitsundays in 2007, following his love of nature.

“Being an auxiliary fire fighter is more than being called out to emergencies,” said Ace.

“We also interact with community which is my favourite part – we provide a community service for schools, we do Colour Runs and of course the Santa Run!”

Fellow ‘Firie’, Keith Thomas started in the role in March last year and says his main motivation was to make sure he is there for his daughter and any other local kids if they need help.

“My daughter’s a teenager now so she’ll be one of the people driving around,” explains Keith.

“I wanted to be there for her or any of her friends if there was an incident.”

Keith works at the Proserpine Sugar Mill and says they are very flexible, making allowances when he gets a call out.

Meanwhile, Ace works at the mines and managers his commitment to the local fire station by working it within his seven-onseven-off roster.

Lieutenant Chris Harvey has been an auxiliary fire fighter since he was just 20 years old.

He used to work at Proserpine Sugar Mill as well, and has just transferred to the mines, which enables him to contribute more to the fire station in his downtime.

“I like to be involved in the community through many aspects,” said Chris.

“We go to everything a permanent station would from structure fires to car accidents to alarms at the hospital or nursing home or airport.”

The current Fire Station is a new facility, officially opened in March 2018 and built to replace the old station which was over 50 years old and located in Proserpine

Main Street.

The station takes between 150 and 190 calls per year, roughly three a week.

There are two fire trucks operating and they currently have 16 fire fighters on-staff, but are looking for at least three more.

“You don’t have to be Superman, or big built,” jokes Chris.

“All shapes and sizes can help – in fact smaller people can get into a car easier!”

Anyone interested in becoming an auxiliary fire fighter is requested to call the Mackay Fire Station, who will show you through the application process and then invite you to attend the regular training session at the Proserpine Fire Station on Wednesday evening.

Fire Fighter Emanuele (Ace) Ventura, Lieutenant Chris Harvey and Fire Fighter Keith Thomas. Photo credit: Rachael Smith.

Two fire trucks operate from the new fire station which opened in 2018

Collinsville Preserved Through Stories Of ‘Our Mates’

“Once we started the project, we just kept coming across more and more great stories, we already easily know of 100 more people we could include and we just want to help keep the momentum going.”

Every book produced is self-funded by the last and all proceeds go straight towards the following years’ project.

This year, they published 350 copies, and the limited editions are selling fast.

They are available from the Collinsville Connect Telecentre.

The fourth book in a series lovingly produced by a group of local volunteers has hit the shelves, bringing the community 30 stories of individuals and couples who have contributed meaningfully to the town of Collinsville.

From the previous mayor Sir Peter Delamothe to Sister Forrest who delivered babies at Collinsville Hospital, the spectrum of those featured is both diverse and inclusive.

A volunteer team of six people work together to bring the stories and photos to life, these are then edited and artfully placed on pages to create a book.

Jenn Honnery is responsible for designing the book and she says that the whole community is involved with the project.

Using the power of social media on the

Collinsville Locals page, most of the stories were collated from comments made by people who knew the characters featured.

“Pages and pages of comments were filtered through, we got stories from eulogies, word of mouth and also lots of cups of tea and conversation,” said Jenn.

“We also have a database of 12,000 photos which we can match names against.”

Bringing together a good photo with a meaningful story was a complicated process that often took hours of volunteer time, but the outcome is impressive, and the team believe the success of the ‘Our Mates’ book could be the first in a series.

“We have an aging population here in Collinsville and unfortunately every year we lose a couple of characters,” Jenn explained.

“It’s sad to think that we could be missing some of these stories and so creating these books was a way we could capture their stories before the older generation can’t tell them anymore.

“They are a great reference for kids at the local library and they also make great presents which look nice on a coffee table,” said Jenn.

The project started four years ago when the team of volunteers released their first book entitled ‘Our Stories Unearthed’ which paid homage to 100 years of mining.

The success of this book was soon followed by ‘A Miner’s Best Friend’, the story of the much-loved Pit Ponies and last year, a book celebrating 100 years of Collinsville State School, held a precious memory to many.

With plans already in place for a sequel to ‘Our Mates’, anyone in Collinsville who has an interesting story to share is welcome to connect with the team.

Through projects like this, the valuable and unique local history of Collinsville is preserved for generations to come, keeping the spirit of the local community alive.

What was referred to by locals as the Happy Bay wreck was a great source of interest and uncertainty for many years – a popular local theory being that it was a Spanish galleon, possibly fanned by the fact that old Spanish coins had been found in the area. Some familiar names involved in trying to identify the wreck were the Altmann family, Walter Tronson and George Sax.

Over the years, as the resort of Happy Bay was being established, several items of wreckage had been carted up to the homestead area and could be easily found around the grounds. Some pieces had been burnt and around the fire could be found hand wrought nails of copper and the sort of iron spikes, preceding the bolts and rivets used by modern-day shipbuilders. Lumps of galley coal and pitch were retrieved from the sands. Fragments of crockery – white China pieces with a blue edging and decorative Chinese motifs –were also found. (Many of the crew of the ‘Valetta” were Chinese). Iron fragments were also found - prominent was an iron box about 37 centimetres square, evidently the step in for a large mast.

In time, most of these wrecked items disappeared and by the time the Mountney family purchased the resort in 1949, all efforts were channelled into upgrading

facilities. The wreck became just another item on the list to be checked out. This did not, of course, deter those who occasionally turned up with shovels to dig around the wreck area.

In the early 1970s, during another upgrade, the Galleon Bar was established featuring five cannon balls linked by association to the “mystery galleon of Happy Bay”. Guests were encouraged to “dance the night away with the Buccaneers.” Clearly, the wreck was not forgotten.

By 1978, John Mountney was at the helm of the resort. It was assistant manager, Ian McClintock, who set in motion a chain of events that ultimately solved the mystery of the wreck. He contacted David Hopley at James Cook University regarding “the possibility of radiocarbon dating and wood analysis of some timbers removed from a wreck at Happy Bay.”

Subsequent research by Hopley and McClintock produced a number of references to an occurrence of a wreck at Long Island. After a process of elimination and the discovery of an eyewitness report in the ‘Sydney Gazette” dated September 15, 1825 of “circumstances attending the loss of the ‘Valetta’ in a bay near Cape Gloucester”, both men were certain they had identified the wreck.

The establishment of the Department of Maritime Archaeology of the Queensland Museum in 1981 led to renewed interest in the site which ultimately resulted in the department’s expedition to Happy Bay in 1983 and a thorough examination of the remains.

On June 30 1983, a small article appeared in the “Courier Mail” –

1825 WRECK IS IDENTIFIED

MACKAY - The wreck lying off shore from Happy Bay on Long Island has been identified as that of the ‘Valetta”.

The Queensland Museum Maritime Archaeology curator, Ron Coleman, said the wreck was not a Spanish galleon as was believed. Mr Coleman will lead a team of Queensland Museum scientists who will begin excavating the wreck on July 5th.

The “Valetta”, an India built ship, foundered in the Whitsunday area in 1825. Temporary repairs failed and she was beached at Happy Bay.

For those who are interested in a comprehensive account of the story of the “Valetta”, this can be found in Ray Blackwood’s book, “The Whitsunday Islands –An Historical Dictionary” – an intriguing read!

Story and photos courtesy of Proserpine Historical Museum, Marion Eaton (nee) Hallam and Qld Museum

The Valetta remains at Happy Bay. Photo credit: Qld Museum

A relic from the Valetta wreck

Jamaine Miller, Karla Fisher, Laurie-Anne Williams, Leola Janz, Cindy Winston. Photo supplied

Meet Local Artist Brigitte Peel

Originally from New Zealand, Brigitte developed a passion for art when she was just six years old, but it wasn’t until she went to high school that she started to refine her talent.

Her future, however, would take her travelling around the world and she lived in London for five years before returning to Australia.

It was starting a family that really allowed Brigitte to reconnect with her art and she used any spare time she had to develop her skills and take on commission requests.

Drawn to realism, Brigitte loves

working with images and transforming them into a piece of art that is an almost exact replica of that image, only very skilfully hand-drawn instead.

This type of art takes great talent to perfect, and Brigitte says that the precision involved in completing the end product is very rewarding.

She loves nature and her pieces include a school of Clown Fish swimming and a Majestic Sea Turtle gliding through dark waters.

She has also recently completed a piece called ‘Hands of Time’ which is a more abstract artform and she

loves experimenting with different mediums.

Brigitte can create art in charcoal, acrylic paint, coloured pencils, pastels and watercolour.

She is also a Project Artist for the Great Barrier Reef Festival.

Having just taken up an ‘Artist in Residence’ spot at the 3 Little Birds Espresso and Creative Hub, which has just launched an art space called Airlie Create and Connect, Brigitte is looking forward to welcoming students to her new art lessons soon.

STRAIGHT FROM THE SET Meet Local Actor: JP

Playing a grandfather who is the owner of an ailing Californian vineyard in his most recent movie, ‘Love By The Glass’, which was shot by an American production company in Brisbane late last year, local actor Jean-Pierre Yerma (JP), has just returned to the Whitsundays for a well-earned break.

Motivated to start a career in the performing arts when a chance encounter with a filming crew saw him offered a job, JP has been working on everything from commercials to movies since 2006 while also studying and fine-tuning his talents.

Originally from Melbourne, he moved to Sydney and then Noosa where he discovered a love of Queensland, enticing him to move to work on Hayman Island for several years.

He now owns an apartment in Airlie Beach and loves

spending time here when he is not on set.

For the past decade JP has been studying his craft, becoming a student at the National Institute of Dramatic Arts (NIDA) in 2014 and learning from some of the best teachers in the country.

Since then, his career has taken off and last year he played the father in a movie called ‘No Harm Done’, which was shot in Sydney.

This movie tackles the complex topic of a father being told his son is gay and, coming from a footballing family where he is the coach, learning how to understand the revelation.

“I often get cast as a father or a caring person, someone who’s struggled in life, experienced trauma and tragedy but not let that get the better of him,” said JP.

“I love telling stories and spreading really good inspirational stuff - stories of hope.”

Both movies will be released this year so keep an eye out for them.

SOLACE CALLING

My broken heart Shattered in a million pieces Dramatic starts Seldom lead to peaceful endings All along the gratitude Sustaining where the Fantasies have failed Beckoning the memories Forever basking in the stories You regaled

In some cafe Witnessing a stranger weeping I want to whisper They’re only words Used against the lonely people When you are Spinning like a dervish in the desert With the rhythms of the storm Underneath the palette of the colours I’m envisioning the pain has gone

Silence calming Darkness falling Never knowing What the truth will bring Fear fear ever rumbling Mirror mirror show me something

The song was pure Singing from a thousand angels The perfect cure All as if the souls were saviours Could it be oh would it be The message our humanity adored? Confluence of energy Aligning and receiving Washing us ashore

Softly, quiet See the light flares Fan the flames or Smooth the mire Silence calming Darkness falling Courage rising Solace Calling

My open heart Healing from a million pieces Dramatic starts Often lead to boring cliches

By Karen Jacobsen

Readers’ poetry can be emailed to declan@mackayandwhitsundaylifenewspaper.com.

Submissions should be in the body of the email, not as attachments.

Local artist Brigitte Peel with her piece ‘Hands of Time’

Actor Jean-Pierre Yerma (JP) has just finished filming ‘Love By The Glass’

In the movie he had to grow a beard to become a 70-year-old grandfather

READY TO RUN Picking The Right Shoes For Your Child

Finding the right school shoe is the foundation to every child’s development throughout the yearhere are some tips to pick the right shoe for you and your family:

Choose age-appropriate fastenings: Look at whether they want Velcro or laces, it could be more practical to opt for Velcro if they are younger as this will save you more time in the morning.

Bring socks: When buying a new pair of shoes make sure you try them on with the same socks your child would usually be wearing to school.

Do the wiggle test: There needs to be enough room to wiggle your toes at the end, about 1cm is the perfect amount of growing room. If there is any more room, then the sole will flex in the wrong place and will not last as long.

Watch out for width: Most people think it is just the length of the shoe that matters but it is important that the width is comfortable too.

Be relaxed: Children pick up on attitudes around them, if you are stressed and frantic, they will be too. Try to be relaxed and calm, leave plenty of time to choose the right shoe, don’t rush.

Ask a specialist: Always check with a fitting specialist as your child may say that they fit well on them, but they could have lots of extra room at the back without them realising. The friendly team at Shoe Biz are always ready to help, simply call into their Proserpine or Airlie Beach stores today.

“Come in and see us, sit down in the relaxed atmosphere and get them fitted properly.”

Helping Your Child Make Friends

While some children seem to have a better social life than you do, there are other unique and special little people who feel shy and hesitant in social settings, characteristics that may make it harder for them to find friends. While it is important to support your child’s individual nature, it is also vital to help them get accustomed to a variety of social situations that are necessary when navigating everyday life. Here are some tips to help you help them: Validate their feelings: It is very common to feel anxious or nervous when entering a new social setting, such as a classroom, so instead of telling them there is nothing to worry about, try validating their feelings instead. Let them know it is ok to feel nervous, explain that everyone does and reassure them that they will be ok. The nervous feeling will start to leave when they relax and begin to understand their new setting.

Practice basic conversations: If your child is especially shy then you can help them learn ‘social scripts’ which are everyday conversations they can practice with you. The more you practice gentle conversation with your child, keeping eye contact and showing them how to respond to different moods, then the better equipped they will

be when navigating social situations by themselves.

Initiate playdates: This is where your child can practice building social skills in the safety and comfort of their own home. Before the play date show your child how to be a gracious host and get them to greet their guest nicely. Also, pre-plan some activities with your child that are of their choosing and let them take the lead in showing their friend how to play. During the playdate take a step back and let the time naturally unfold. Afterwards, review how the playdate went, giving specific labelled praise and positive feedback.

Don’t put your own expectations on your children: If you have a more extroverted personality you might like to have a busy social life, but if your child is introverted they might prefer a slower social schedule. Discover what their social limits and degrees of comfort are and work towards giving them that. Some children might prefer reading or drawing by themselves, but they also need to spend a little time with others so they have an opportunity to make friends. For some children, however, just one or two good friends is enough for them.

Article written using information from the Child Mind Institute.

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Family Lunch Box Favourites

Thinking of new and exciting items to fill your children’s lunch boxes can be an exhausting process that often results in them eating sandwiches most days of the week.

If you are searching for new ideas, try this quick and easy recipe that is practical, delicious and makes your lunch box creations look exciting!

Ham And Cheese Puffs

Ingredients: 1

Very gently gather from the bottom and begin rolling upwards towards the top edge of pastry to create a firm ‘roll’.

Whisk the egg with a dash of water, brush along surface of the pastry.

Slice approximately 2cm wide, creating rings, then place on a lightly greased baking tray.

Bake for 12 – 15 minutes or until they start looking and smelling delicious.

They can be frozen for up to three months and can also be placed frozen into the lunchbox-

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es in the morning to defrost by lunchtime.

Alternative filling options:

Vegemite and cheese

Salami and pizza sauce

Or for the adults – brie, bacon and cranberry

Top Tip

This recipe is also fun to make with your kids so get the family together and let them be involved in creating their own lunchboxes!

With just over a week of school holidays remaining, there is still time to participate in one of the family fun activities at a local library near you.

Whitsunday Regional Council Libraries have been hosting regular events throughout the holidays and they are all available for free.

Providing our youngest community members with interactive, entertaining and educational activities, these events offer a wide variety of distractions, perfect to fill the lazy summer days.

From computer coding to crime scene science labs, mosaic craft to canvas art and chess club, there are plenty of ways to keep you little family members active and engaged.

Here is a timetable so you can discover an activity near you:

Bowen

Tuesday 17 January

10am - QAGOMA: Superpowered On Tour Drop-In Session

2pm – Crime Scene Science Lab – bookings essentials (12+)

Thursday 19 January

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10am - Introduction to Coding – booking essential (3–5-yearolds)

2pm – SRC ‘I Spy Activity Game’ drop-in session (6+)

Cannonvale

Tuesday 17 January

10am – Mosaic Craft – bookings essential (8+)

Wednesday 18 January

10am - SRC ‘Australia Day Storytime’ drop-in session (6+)

3pm – Chess Club drop-in session (6+)

Thursday

19 January

10am – SRC ‘Canvas Art’ bookings essential (7+)

3pm – Maker Space drop-in session (6+)

Saturday 21

January

9am – Mini Makers drop-in session (5 years and under)

Proserpine

Tuesday 17 January

10am - Introduction to Coding – booking essential (3–5-yearolds)

Thursday 19 January

10am – SRD ‘Build Your Own 3D Town’ bookings essential (all ages)

Collinsville

Tuesday

17 January

10am – Summer Craft bookings essential (3+)

Open Air Movie Season Has Arrived GIG GUIDE

Friday 13th Jan

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

• Grandview Hotel, Bowen: Sam McCann (from 7pm)

• KC’s: Aaron Saxon Trio (8pm-late)

• Hotel Metropole: Shannan Fitzgerald (8pm-late)

Saturday 14th Jan

• The Pub: The Australian Eagles Show (25.30pm)

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

• Grandview Hotel, Bowen: Sam McCann (from 7pm)

• KC’s: Chris Booroff (8pm-late)

Sunday 15th Jan

• The Pub: Yacht Rock – 70’s & 80’s Classics (2-5.30pm)

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

• KC’s: Aaron Saxon (8pm-late)

Monday 16th Jan

• KC’s: Tessa Devine (8pm-late)

Tuesday 17th Jan

• KC’s: Josiah (8pm-late)

Wednesday 18th Jan

• KC’s: Mishnpossible (8pm-late)

Thursday 19th Jan

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

• KC’s: Kaeden McCarthy (8pm-late)

Film lovers are in for a treat this year with an action-packed movie schedule announced for the open-air cinema located at the Airlie Beach Foreshore.

Bring your picnic blanket down and enjoy some bare-foot film-viewing while watching the sunset over the bay and the twinkling lights of the night sky appear.

This is the perfect activity for families, and it is completely cost-free with each event provided by the Whitsunday Regional Council.

Bring snacks along or treat yourselves to a takeaway dinner from a nearby venue or even one of the food vans that regularly set up on-site.

This Friday night two movies will be showing, providing back-to-back entertainment for the whole family will enjoy.

First-up is Barnyard, The Original Party Animals, which tells the story of Otis the bull (Kevin James) who, like the other animals in the barn, enjoys singing and playing while the farmer is away.

The carefree bovine, however, must soon find the courage to be a leader when, unexpectedly, he finds himself in a position of great responsibility.

Next-up is 101 Dalmatians, the muchloved Disney classic that follows the story two London dalmatians and villainess, Cruella De Vil, who wants to buy all the dalmatian puppies she can find in order to turn them into fur coats.

Open air movies will be held every second

Friday of the month throughout the year and a full schedule is available from the Whitsunday Regional Council website.

In the meantime, here is the schedule for the next few months:

February 10 – How To Train Your Dragon

March 10 – Sing

April 14 – Shark Tale and Oddball

May 12 – Babe and The Sapphires

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

Javier Bardem, Winslow Fegley, Shawn Mendes (voice)

Fri/Sat/Sun/Wed 6.00pm ; Thurs 1.00pm 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

“A MAN CALLED OTTO” (M) 125min Comedy/Drama Thurs 10.00am 6.45pm Otto is a grump who’s given up on life following the loss of his wife and wants to end it all. When a young family moves in nearby, he meets his match in quick-witted Marisol, leading to a friendship that will turn his world around. Stars: Tom Hanks, Rachel Keller, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo

Dellacomma Rio Rocks Out As INXS Frontman On Australia Day

Aman of many personas, a voice that transcends the ages and a performance that is guaranteed to rock any stage, Dellacomma Rio is always greeted to a superstar welcome when he comes to Airlie Beach.

Famed for his lifelike renditions of two of the world’s biggest stars – Jon Bon Jovi and Michael Hutchence - Dellacomma gives passionate, high-energy, larger than life performances at his shows that always rock out to packed audiences at The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel.

“I’ve performed in towns all over the world and you can never tell where you’re going to take off,” said Dellacoma.

“But Airlie Beach is one of those places for me. This is the only hotel we ever perform at, the rest are convention centres and concert halls, but I love the crowd and the atmosphere which is why we keep coming back.”

Dellacoma was born in the US, (his dad is from Texas and his mum is from Brisbane) but he grew up in Tasmania from the age of two.

During his childhood, Dellacoma spent a lot of time attending an Acappella Church, where there were no instruments, just vocals, and he loved watching both his parents creating magical harmonies with others.

Later on, he attended university and discovered theatre and went on to launch an acting career while living in LA.

Dellacoma spent six years performing live theatre and featuring in some well-known TV shows in America before coming back to Australia and once again reuniting with his musical roots.

Following his return to Australia in 2007 Dellacomma recorded and toured with two Sydney based bands - Innertone and Sunset Riot.

He then launched his solo rock band career in 2014 with his first album, “Dead Will Rise”.

Earlier this year he released another album entitled ‘Blood’.

To most Whitsunday fans, however, Dellacoma Rio is best known as the front man for INXS Revived and the Bon Jovi tribute show.

“My passion is live music,” he said.

“I always give more energy than I have in every show – the crowd can expect high-energy, high-passion – I always say that you can capture moments in live music – during a show you can create something special that can never happen again, share an experience that only happens in that moment.”

Bringing the flare and passion of live the-

Shred With Legends

atre to his shows, Dellacoma is renowned for his flamboyant live performances, video screens running along simultaneously to the show and crowd interaction which has everyone in Airlie Beach coming back for more each time he is in town.

“I love coming to Airlie Beach, there are a few towns who have really welcomed me, and Airlie Beach is one of them – it’s next level!” said Dellacoma.

“The Pub and the crowd that come along to my shows each time have a really special place in my heart.”

Favourite song ever: ‘Dream On’ by Aerosmith

Favourite song to perform: It’s My Life (Bon Jovi) or Never Tear Us Apart (INXS)

Last song you listened to: ‘Madness’ by Muse

WHAT: INXS Revived

WHEN: Thursday, January 26 TIME: From 3pm

WHAT: Bon Jovi

WHEN: Friday, January 27 TIME: 2pm – 5.30pm

WHAT: Australian INXS Show WHEN: Saturday, January 28 TIME: 2pm – 5.30pm

WHAT: Rock Anthems WHEN: Sunday, January 29 TIME: 2pm – 5.30pm

At Bowen Skateboarding Weekend

This weekend North Queensland’s skateboarding royalty are coming to Bowen for an action-packed two-day event which is free for the community and open to all ages and abilities.

Rumble is presenting a weekend of fastpaced skatepark fun which will feature Skateboarding Mayor of North Queensland Dexter Brassington who will come down from Townsville specially for the event.

Rumble’s head MC and commentator Theo George will also be part of the event, giving attendees a unique opportunity to meet the industry legend.

“You’ve seen him on TV, you’ve heard him commentating some of the country’s best and now you’ll get the chance to meet him in person,” said event organiser Donny Fraser.

“This is a good opportunity to come down and give it a go – Bowen has two awesome skate parks right there and skateboarding is free and accessible to everyone – it is also really good for your mental health.”

Donny is helping selectors for the 2032 Olympics, and he is looking forward to meeting some home-grown local talent.

“There are some great skaters from the Whitsundays, and you should be able to

see a lot of local talent on display at this event,” he said.

On Saturday, January 14 the action will kick-off at Bowen Front Beach Skatepark from 9.30am, finishing up at 1pm.

On Sunday, January 15, the Queens Beach Skatepark will be at the centre of the action from 9am to 12pm.

Everyone, from beginners to the more experienced, are invited to come along and learn from the best.

Get free lessons, tips and tricks, watch talented amateurs skate to impress and connect with the broader community, future events and a network of people who share your passion.

The event has been made possible by the PCYC in Bowen, through Australian Drug Foundation funding and the Bowen Local Drug Action Team.

The first event of its kind, PCYC Bowen are hoping to make this a regular feature on their social calendar, along with oth-

er similar events supported by the same funding stream.

“We have some of the top skaters in Queensland coming this year,” said PCYC Bowen Community Development Officer, Lynn Butler.

“So, it’s an event not to be missed! There is also a free BBQ provided by the PCYC and skateboards available for use – so bring your mates and come on down this weekend!”

If there is wet weather the event may need

to be postponed to later in the year so please keep an eye on the PCYC Bowen Facebook page for updates.

WHAT: Skateboarding Workshop

WHEN: This weekend

WHERE: Bowen Front Beach Skatepark, Saturday January 14 from 9.30am to 1pm Queens Beach Skatepark, Sunday January 15 from 9am to 12pm

COST: Free thanks to PCYC Bowen

Dellacoma Rio stars as Michael Hutchence in the Australian INXS Show which headlines on Australia Day at The Pub

Discover Modern Nature With Monat

Have You Found Your ‘Flow’ Yet?

For many years people have reported feelings of ‘losing track of time’ or being so engrossed in what they are doing that they simply do not notice what is happening around them.

This may seem like a pointless and unproductive state to be in, but many experts are starting to recognise the merits of this state, so much so, that it now has a name – ‘flow’.

When we are completely absorbed in a task, our pre-frontal cortex activity is reduced meaning that we are more open to creative ideas coming our way, a sense of complete calm will transcend and afterwards we will experience an untold amount of satisfaction.

• Everyone’s ‘flow’ activity is different, some might like to play sport or exercise, others might like to create art –whatever activity you choose, it must be something that you are good enough at to do with ease but also challenging enough so that it captures your complete attention.

• Another way to find your flow is to eliminate distractions and focus on the task at hand. This means setting aside time to work on the task undisturbed, turning off your phone and other distractions, and finding a quiet and comfortable space to work.

Do you have frizzy, uncontrollable hair? Thinning hair that is easy to break? Or oily hair that falls flat and lifeless? Whatever your haircare woe, let Monat’s vegan, plant-based, humidity combatting ingredients rejuvenate your scalp and transform your look.

Following its huge success in America, the US brand launched in Australia in November 2021 and local businesswoman, Sammy Walsh, is now bringing these revolutionary products to the Whitsundays.

“When I was at school I used to get teased about my big frizzy hair,” said Sammy. “I’ve struggled with my hair my whole life, it was often frizzy, boofy, unmanageable and very dull - I always used to wear my hair up ‘cause I couldn’t wear it out.”

For years, Sammy tried every product she could find, but she found other mousses and hairsprays would leave it feeling crunchy and crispy.

When she first heard of Monat, she was sceptical, but she tried the sample packs and was astounded by the results.

“I got results straight away and it has changed my life!” she said passionately.

“Not only my confidence and self-esteem in general but being able to wear my hair out without feeling self-conscious was amazing.”

With a mission to help other local women feel as confident with their hair, Sammy is

now introducing the full range of Monat products to the Whitsundays.

“I am very much an empath and I love helping people,” she said.

“Our hair is so important to a lot of us, and being comfortable with your hair makes you feel good – it literally changes lives!

“For people who don’t have as much hair as they would like – or people who have a receding hairline or are post-partum –these products can help thicken your hair, and there has been amazing results!”

Sammy can offer you a free consult, a quick online questionnaire followed by a more in-depth conversation, to discover which hair product will suit you best.

After this, she can drop off some samples or a ‘borrow basket’ so you can experience the difference yourself.

She will then set you up with an account and send you a link with your shopping cart so you can confirm payment and receive the products direct to your door.

Monat also do a range of skincare products which include moisturisers, cleansers, day and night serums, a berry scrub and a cold charcoal clay mask.

“It’s so nice to have a range of great products from the same brand,” said Sammy.

“They last usually last around six months each too!”

A feeling of complete fulfillment. Increasingly, the feeling of ‘flow’ is being sought after by many craving to wind down and detach from a busy mind. Here’s how you can achieve a state of flow:

• Flow also loves creating clear and specific goals for the task at hand and to make progress toward these goals. When you are working towards a goal, you can feel a sense of accomplishment and progress, which can help keep you motivated and engaged in the task.

Find your flow today and see how it can transform your life.

Mental health is an important aspect of overall well-being and can have a significant impact on daily life.

Here are five tips to help improve your mental health:

• Exercise regularly: Physical activity has been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, as well as improve overall mood. Even just a short walk or jog can help clear your head and boost your mood.

• Eat a healthy diet: A balanced diet is important for maintaining good physical and mental health. Eating nutrient-rich foods, such as fruits, vegetables, and lean protein, can provide the energy and nourishment your body and mind need to function well.

• Get enough sleep: Adequate sleep is crucial for maintaining good mental health. Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep each night and establish a regular sleep schedule to help regulate your body’s natural rhythm.

• Practice stress management techniques: Stress is a natural part of life, but chronic stress can take a toll on your mental health. Practice stress management techniques such as deep breathing, meditation, and yoga to help reduce feelings of stress and anxiety.

• Seek professional help: If you are struggling with your mental health, it may be helpful to seek professional help. A therapist or counsellor can work with you to develop strategies for managing your symptoms and improving your overall well-being.

It’s worth noting that some of the steps may be harder for some people due to various reasons, whether it be financial, time, or accessibility. But even small steps towards these tips can make a big difference.

Remember to be kind to yourself and know that it’s okay to ask for help. With time, patience, and effort, you can take control of your mental health and improve your overall well-being.

Sammy Walsh says Monat beauty products have been “life-changing”

Whitsunday Touch – New Name, New Season

TOUCH FOOTBALL

With the upcoming season starting in a matter of weeks, the local Whitsunday Touch Football sporting group are looking for a new name so they can increase their profile within the broader competition community.

Their counterparts, Mackay Thunder and Townsville Frogs, have a mascot or theme and it is now time for Whitsunday Touch to welcome a new identity too.

A Facebook post was launched to get player feedback and, with 227 registered players for Whitsunday Touch, there have been a lot of comments and recommendations.

So far, two front runners have come out ahead – the Whitsunday Wallabies and the Whitsunday Mudskippers.

“We want to keep it local and identified with something local,” said committee member Alita DeBrincat.

“I think the Wallabies would be a great play on that!”

Her husband and fellow committee member, however, thinks that the Mudskippers are more synonymous with the club.

“There are mudskippers right here on our home ground,” said Azza DeBrincat.

“Half the field is surrounded by mudskippers and their evolution – they are fish that walk on land – is what I like!”

Anyone can comment on the club’s Facebook page, but the ultimate decision will be made by the committee.

Touch Football is hugely popular in the Whitsundays with over 200 players meeting and competing against each other every Monday night.

It is one of the only local sports that requires no travel and can be played together as a family.

“It’s economical, it’s community based, there is no travel, no training – the commitment is only joy!” said player Demelza Ansell.

“We are all working parents – but we all get here as a family – and we love it”

“I’m a single mother and I like that we can bring in the male role models to connect with kids”

Alita agrees, saying the sport has been a source of great times with her children.

“We get to play as a family together in this sport – mums and dads get to play together with their kids,” she said.

“Every age-group can play because of the different levels of skillsets.”

Touch Football is a form of Rugby League but instead of physically tackling your opponent, you simply need to ‘touch’ them in order to win the play.

This means the sport is not only family-friendly, affordable and low-commitment, it is also non-contact and safe for everyone to participate.

This makes it great for girls and also people who are getting older but still wish to compete and have fun.

Do not be fooled by the all-inclusive aspect however, the competition is split into

Cannons First Club Night for 2023

grades and there is a competitive side to the sport which is highly-skilled and loved by many youngsters at their peak of fitness.

Perfect for all ages, genders and abilities, there is something for everyone in Touch Footy.

If you would like to get involved head to the Whitsunday Touch Facebook page or simply come and check out a game from 5.30pm every Monday at Whitsundays Sports Park.

SWIMMING

The Cannonvale Cannons Swimming Club will be hosting their first Club Night for 2023 on Wednesday, 11 January, 2023.

Many swimmers have been training over the school holidays preparing for the carnival season ahead.

The first carnival for the season will be

held in Ayr on 14 January and the club has 17 swimmers participating.

The club is also preparing to host its own Cannonvale Cannons carnival on 21 and 22 January.

Last week, 30 swimmers participated in a goal setting workshop. Swimmers reflected on 2022 and set realistic goals for the next 10 weeks.

Some of the swimmers set competitive goals and others set fitness or stroke goals. Last Thursday, 12 junior squad swimmers participated in a dive workshop. The coaches, Ken Crittenden, Shay Wilmot and Mark Erickson say it was very successful and it was rewarding to see swimmers feeling more confident with their dives and starts.

On Friday afternoon, swimmers thoroughly enjoyed a couple of games of water polo and “flipperball”.

The Cannonvale Cannons would like to welcome new swimmers and their families to come along to Club Night. New members are always welcome.

Contributed with thanks to Raylene Rasmussen.

Demelza Ansell, Claudia Ansell, Jay DeBrincat, Alita DeBrincat, Stella Ansell and Azza DeBrincat. Photo credit: Rachael Smith

Airlie Beach Bowls

BOWLS

The year has started with a bang and it was so great to see everyone ready and eager to improve and focus for our little club to go one step further than last season.

Due to rain Tuesday afternoon Social Bowls was cancelled but everything had dried up quickly so Rick Galea and Merve Stewart organised a very competitive set of pairs games for all participants.

Ladda Purdie and Keith Bates showed Betty Nicole and Rick Galea that their hot form would continue with some scintillating bowls that ran away with the prize money.

Lu Rogan won the prestigious Health Hub Award.

Sunday afternoon Social Bowls saw 30 bowlers competing for the prize money.

Bruce Uhe and John Anderson joined us from Proserpine Bowls Club and five games of competitive three bowls triples saw some amazing action with third place getters Margo Stanley with Keith Bates at lead and Alan Pershouse at second play great bowls.

Second place went to skipper Neil Moore who’s been in fabulous form and guided lead Mark Mawson and second Betty Whitehorn, who is also going through a

purple patch with a comfortable victory.

On Sunday Carol Crosbie, Andy McDougall and Col Morris came from behind to beat Nik Fernbach’s team of Mario De Martini and John Brown, 22-9, running away with the prize money.

Congratulations to all players and new bowler Dawn Dowel who won the prestigious Health Hub award.

Contributed with thanks to Mark Mawson.

Proserpine Social Golf

The start of the new year of golf rounds saw 28 Whitsunday Members attend in hot conditions to play for the January Monthly Medal.

A Grade Men’s winner went to Lew Tuck followed by Jason Whitney on countback from Geoff Harrison, Men’s B Grade went to Ron Jamieson with Wilf Herweg runner-up.

Ladies’ A grade winner was Tiina Randmae followed by Pauline Redpath, Ladies’ B Grade winner was claimed by Vicki Tuck with Karen Rix runner-up.

Nearest the pins went to Lew Tuck, Dean Kercher, Pauline Redpath, Penny Wardroper, Jason Bourke and Vicki Tuck.

Longest drives were Ritchie Atkins, Dean Kercher, Tiina Randmae and Karen Rix.

Congratulations to all and thanks to our sponsors Airlie Panel & Paint, Master Butchers Whitsundays.

Next Sunday will be a single stableford.

Contributed with thanks to Joanne Moynihan.

Proserpine Golf Club Report

GOLF

On Tuesday, 34 players competed and John Oates was victorious in the men’s competition with 37 points, beating Ben Rosenthal on a countback, Wayne Fitzgerald came in 3rd on 36 points. Mandy Patterson was too good for the ladies on 31 points ahead of Beryl Nosworthy and Tiina Randmae 30 & 28 points respectively.

NTP’s went to Beryl Nosworthy, Rob Riggall, Wilf Herweg, Wayne Fitzgerald and Mandy Patterson

Marcus Heathcote and Renae Maxwell were the winners of the Wednesday Medley with 39 and 36 points. Donna Cutts and Jill Farinelli 2nd and 3rd in the ladies, with Adam Hagy and Ross McNeill claiming podium places for the men.

NTP’s was won by Beryl Nosworthy, Lyn Muller, Donna Cutts, Ben Raymant and Adam Hagy

On Thursday the overall winner and winner of Division 2 was Ross McNeill with 45 points, ahead of Paul Joice on a countback, and Trevor Paroz on 39 points. Division 1 was won by Roger Vandenberg on 39 points, Sean Gower and Aaron Watts claiming 2nd and 3rd with 39 and 38 points.

NTP’s went to Justin Butler, Aaron Watts, Trevor Paroz and Mark McDougal. A total of 102 players competed for the RGH Monthly Medal on Saturday. Mandy Patterson, with a very tidy 69 nett, won

the ladies, followed by Helen Deighton on 72 and Renae Maxwell on 74 nett. Mandy also scooped the pool with a 2 shot and won both the Nearest the Pins – nice golf!

Jake Murray took home the RGH voucher with 65 nett and winning the January Monthly Medal for C Grade, followed by Len Booroff and Mark Schubert on 67 and 68 nett.

A Grade was won by Brad Fleet with a tidy 2 over par round resulting in a 68 nett.

Jayden Lloyd and Jason Whitney coming in 2nd and 3rd with 69 and 70 nett.

B Grade winner was Ritchie Atkins, also on 65 nett, followed by Rod Wecker on 67 nett and John Bissell on 68 nett.

NTP’s - Mick Kavanagh, Ash Law, Merv Hinton and Jason Whitney

On Sunday, Vicki Tuck’s little break from golf didn’t detract from her lovely 73 nett winning the ladies competition 2 shots ahead of Tiina Randmae and Pamela Casey. Vicki also won a NTP along with Linda Wardroper.

A very nice 2 over par round for Lew Tuck saw him take out the Men’s competition with 66 nett, followed by Jason Whitney and Geoff Harrison on 68 nett.

NTP’s was won by George Meharry, Aaron Prosser and Lew Tuck x 2.

Contributed with thanks to Proserpine Golf Club.

Andy McDougall, Carol Crosbie and Col Morris after their stunning victory on Sunday afternoon.

GOLF

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Located in the well-established Whitsunday Green Estate, this home is fully fenced with the bonus of an easily accessible side yard for a boat or caravan.

This four-bedroom family home presents in great condition offering features and finishes above the standard allowing affordability for everyone.

The open plan provides the kitchen with a decent size walk-in pantry, dining areas, and living, with a comfortable outdoor patio that could be extended if desired, this flat usable low maintenance yard compromises side access wide enough for a boat or caravan.

The master suite is located at the far end of the home and accommodates a fully appointed ensuite and spacious full-length walk-around robe. The home also features a small study nook that is central to the three additional bedrooms - great for kids’ study or additional storage as well as a spacious bathroom.

Walking distance to the Par-3, Eighteen-hole golf course, driving range plus clubhouse, and minutes’ drive to the beach, two local shopping centres, schools, and boat ramps.

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This four-bedroom family home presents in great condition offering features and finishes above the standard allowing affordability for everyone.

Walking distance to the Par-3, Eighteen-hole golf course, driving range plus clubhouse, and minutes’ drive to the beach, two local shopping centres, schools, and boat ramps.

If you are looking for a special parcel of land for your dream home, then 7 Curlew Court may just be the one.

• Located in a quiet cul de sac of Cresthaven Estate

• Elevated position offering views of the surrounding ranges as well as a lovely sea View

Gently sloped 822 sqm lot with an impressive frontage of over 25 metres allows for a very easy build and the stone-pitched wall on the front boundary is a very classy touch This is one of the best blocks in Jubilee Pocket and should not be missed.

Realize the potential, by living in one of the Whitsundays most desirable locations – Whitsunday Acres. Favoured for its large allotments, scenic outlooks, and premier homes.

Brand New shed on 3,766sqm block of land

• Fully Airconditioned 1bed, 1 bath, kitchenette/living area

• 10m x 17m x 4.12m high shed including 6mx9m lean-to

• 50sqm Mezzanine for extra storage

• Shed dimensions & approved plans, upon request

Just a short drive to the main shopping centre, three major boat ramps, school bus access at the front of the estate, and only a short drive to all the fine dining options on the main street of Airlie Beach.

Offering stunning views is the only way to describe this amazing opportunity to build.

Consisting of a huge 5,686sqm (1.41 Acres), this block of land has many development options. You could build a very private and exclusive home, multiple apartments, or even subdivide.

Situated within walking distance to the centre of town with Port of Airlie, restaurants, swimming beaches, the lagoon, family-friendly parks, and BBQ areas just a short stroll from your front door. You don’t need to just holiday here anymore, you could live here!

Stop dreaming about it and do it!

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AUCTION: Tuesday 31st January at 6pm

TAYLORS OFFICE: 98 Shute Harbour Rd, C’Vale 72 Bennett Road, Strathdickie

CONTACT: Brad Sobott 0411 236 507 brad@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

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AUCTION: Tuesday 31st January at 6pm

TAYLORS OFFICE: 98 Shute Harbour Rd, C’Vale

14/23-25 Ocean View Avenue, Airlie Beach

CONTACT: Brad Sobott 0411 236 507

brad@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

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OPEN HOME: Saturday 1:45pm-2:15pm

This property has been a treasured rainforest haven in a private and whisper quiet location for over 30 years, but now this seller has made the move to be closer to family.

The numbers don’t lie and neither does the view. This is an extraordinary investment unit with a consistently high turnover of short-term guests in the extensively renovated Coral Sea Marina Resort.

AUCTION: Tuesday 31st January at 6pm

TAYLORS OFFICE: 98 Shute Harbour Rd, C’Vale

38 Kingfisher Terrace, Jubilee Pocket CONTACT: hett Nelson 0499 009 855 rhett@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

AUCTION: Tuesday 31st January at 6pm

TAYLORS OFFICE: 98 Shute Harbour Rd, C’Vale 16/115 Shingley Drive, Cannonvale CONTACT: Sarah Nutley 0484 895 217 sarah@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

AUCTION: Tuesday 31st January at 6pm

TAYLORS OFFICE: 98 Shute Harbour Rd, C’Vale 35 Braemar Road, Mount Julian CONTACT: Sarah Nutley 0484 895 217 sarah@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

AUCTION: Tuesday 31st January at 6pm

TAYLORS OFFICE: 98 Shute Harbour Rd, C’Vale

Lot 41 Stanley Drive, Cannon Valley

CONTACT: Sarah Nutley 0484 895 217 sarah@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

FRIDAY

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00

Searching For Superhuman. 11.05 Australia Remastered. 12.00 News.

1.00 Les Misérables. 2.00 London Zoo: An Extraordinary Year. 2.45 Back Roads. 3.15 Gardening Aust. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Aust Story. 5.25 Hard Quiz. 5.55 Old People’s Home For 4 Year Olds. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 A Grand Royal Design.

8.25 Endeavour. (M)

9.55 Miniseries: The Accident. (M) 10.45 News. 11.00 Miniseries: Us. (M) 12.00 Unforgotten. (M) 12.50 Rage. (MA15+) 5.00 Rage.

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend

SATURDAY

Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Endeavour. (M) 2.00 Midsomer Murders. (PG) 3.30 Death In Paradise. (PG) 4.30 Going Country. (PG) 5.25 Australia’s Favourite Tree.

6.30 Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat. 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Call The Midwife. (PG)

8.30 Midsomer Murders. (M) A club founder is murdered.

10.00 Unforgotten. (M)

10.50 A Life In Ten Pictures: Freddie Mercury. (M) 11.40 Rage. (MA15+)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

SUNDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Offsiders: Summer Series. 10.30 The World In 2022. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline: Summer Series. 1.00 Movin’ To The Country. 1.30 Monty Don’s American Gardens. 2.30 Call The Midwife. 3.30 Victoria. 4.20 Grand Designs: House Of The Year. 5.05 A Grand Royal Design. 6.00 Antiques Roadshow. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.30 Vera. 10.00 Wreck. 10.50 Operation Buffalo. 11.45 Black Comedy. 1.10 Les Misérables. 2.10 Victoria. 3.00 Rage. 4.00 Classic Countdown. 5.00 Think Tank.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00

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

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The World’s Greatest Palaces. 2.55 Great Asian Railway Journeys. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 11. Highlights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Engineering Reborn. 8.30 Inside Central Station. 9.25 How To Build A Nuclear Power Station. 10.35 SBS News. 11.05 Gomorrah. 12.00 Gomorrah. 1.50

The Kimberley Cruise: The Full Journey. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 WorldWatch. 3.00 Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix. NHK Trophy. Highlights. 4.00 Europe’s Greatest Train Journeys. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 12. Highlights. 6.00 Railway Journeys UK. 6.30 News. 7.35 Chris Tarrant’s Extreme Railway Journeys. 8.30 Legendary Castles. 9.30 Britain By Beach. 10.25 Great Escapes With Morgan Freeman. 11.15 MOVIE: The Keeper. (2018) 1.25 The Chocolate Factory: Inside Cadbury Australia. 4.35 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 WorldWatch. 3.00 Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix. Round 6. Grand Prix of Espoo. Highlights. 4.00 Cycling. Road National Championships. Women’s Race. Highlights. 4.30 Cycling. Road National Championships. Men’s Race. Highlights. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 13. Highlights. 6.00 Railway Journeys UK. 6.30 News. 7.30 Military Strongholds. 8.30 Nazca Desert Mystery. 9.30 Pompeii: Sin City. 11.00 Serena Vs The Umpire. 12.00 Travel Man’s Greatest Trips. 1.50 How Mad Are You? 2.50 Late Programs.

MONDAY

2.40 Back Roads. 3.10 Gardening Aust. 4.10 Long Lost Family. 4.55 Aust Story. 5.25 Hard Quiz. 5.55 Old People’s Home For Teenagers. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads. (PG)

8.30 Under Cover. (PG)

9.30 A Life In Ten Pictures. (M) 10.25 Our Brain. (PG) 11.20 News. 11.40 Midsomer Murders. (M) 1.10 The Trouble With Maggie Cole. (M) 1.55 Black Comedy. 2.25 Rage. 4.00 One Plus One. 4.30 Think Tank. 5.30 7.30.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.05 WorldWatch. 2.00 Cook Up Bitesize. 2.05 The World’s Greatest Palaces. 2.55 Great Asian Railway Journeys. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Final stage. Highlights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News.

7.35 Michael Mosley’s Health Intervention. 8.30 Heritage Rescue. 9.30 Secrets Of Playboy. 10.20 SBS News. 10.50 Reunions. 11.50 We Are Who We Are. 12.55 We Are Who We Are. 1.55 We Are Who We Are. 3.15 We Are Who We Are. 4.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Kissin’ Cousins. (1964) 2.00 Australia’s Deadliest. 2.30 Beach Cops. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. 8.30 MOVIE: The Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King. (2003) (M) Ian McKellen, Elijah Wood, Sean Astin. 12.30 The Good Doctor. (M) 1.30 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. 11.00 Horse Racing. Gold Coast Magic Millions Raceday. 5.30 Creek To Coast. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG)

7.30 MOVIE: Dumbo. (2019) (PG) 9.50 MOVIE: The Long Kiss Goodnight. (1996) (MA15+) 12.20 The Good Doctor. (PG) 1.20 Travel Oz. (PG) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 Get Clever. 4.30 Get Arty. 5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. 12.00 Border Security: Int. 12.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 42. Hobart Hurricanes v Sydney Thunder. 4.00 Better Homes. 5.00 News. 5.30 Weekender. 6.00 News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 43. Sydney Sixers v Perth Scorchers. 10.00 7NEWS Spotlight. 11.00 World’s Most Shocking Emergency Calls. 12.00 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Women’s. Stage 1. Highlights. 1.00 World’s Deadliest. 2.00 Shopping. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 MOVIE: Viva Las Vegas. (1964) 2.00 Australia’s Deadliest. 2.30 Beach Cops. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 44. Melbourne Stars v Brisbane Heat. 10.00 The Spin. 10.30 Motorway Patrol. 11.00 Highway Cops. 11.30 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. 12.30 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Women’s. Stage 2. Highlights. 1.30 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Charm Of Love. (2020) 1.50 Garden Gurus Moments. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Hot Seat. 5.30 News. 6.00 News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30

Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE: Jack Reacher. (2012) (M) 11.00 Council Of Dads. (PG) 11.50 Tipping Point. (PG) 12.40 It’s All Greek To Me. (PG) 1.05 The Garden Gurus Best Of. 1.30 TV Shop. 4.00 Take Two. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Skippy.

6.00 Drive TV. 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra Summer. 12.00 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. 1.00 Explore. 1.10 MOVIE: Mr Holland’s Opus. (1995) 4.00 Bondi Vet. 5.00 News. 5.30 Country House Hunters Australia. 6.00 News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 MOVIE: Miss Congeniality 2: Armed And Fabulous. (2005) (M) 9.50 MOVIE: Two Weeks Notice. (2002) (PG) 11.50 MOVIE: Unsane. (2018) (MA15+) 1.35 Outdoors Indoors. 2.00 The Incredible Journey. (PG) 2.30 TV Shop. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Helping Hands.

6.00 Drive TV. 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Surfing Australia TV. 10.30 Take Me Home. 11.30 Arctic Vets. 12.00 Great Barrier Reef: A Living Treasure. 1.00 MOVIE: HouseSitter. (1992) 3.00 Great Getaways. 4.00 Bondi Vet. 5.00 News. 5.30 Territory Cops. 6.00 News. 7.00 60 Minutes. 8.00 McEnroe. (M) 10.10 The First 48. (M) 11.00 Manhunt: The Wests. (MA15+) 11.50 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (M) 12.40 Drive TV. 1.05 Surfing Australia TV. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 Take Two. 5.00 News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 1. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 1. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by James Bracey. 11.00 New Amsterdam. (M) 12.00 Family Law. (M) 1.00 Destination Australia. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 Bondi Lifeguard World Adventures. (PG) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

TUESDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Father Brown. 1.45 Call The Midwife. 2.45 Back Roads. 3.15 Gardening Aust. 4.10 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Aust Story. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 Old People’s Home For Teenagers. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Brush With Fame. 8.30 Love On The Spectrum. 9.25 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. 10.10 The Truth About Improving Your Mental Health. 11.10 News. 11.30 Miniseries: The Accident. 12.15 Top Of The Lake: China Girl. 1.20 Black Comedy. 2.15 Rage. 4.00 One Plus One. 4.30 Think Tank. 5.30 7.30.

WEDNESDAY

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Monty Don’s American Gardens. 11.00 The Best Of Back Roads. 12.00 News. 1.00 Brian Cox: Life Of A Universe. 1.50 Call The Midwife. 2.45 Back Roads. 3.15 Gardening Aust. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Aust Story. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 Old People’s Home For Teenagers. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 QI. 8.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 9.20 Utopia. (PG) 9.50 Miniseries: Us. 10.50 News. 11.05 Midsomer Murders. 12.35 Top Of The Lake: China Girl. 1.35 Hive: Demonic. 2.05 Rage. 4.00 One Plus One. 4.30 Think Tank. 5.30 7.30.

THURSDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Anatomy Of A String Quartet. 1.50 Call The Midwife. 2.45 Back Roads. 3.15 Gardening Aust. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 Aust Story. 5.30 Hard Quiz. 6.00 Old People’s Home For Teenagers. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 You Can’t Ask That. 8.35 Grand Designs: House Of The Year. 9.20 A Life In Ten Pictures. 10.15 Movin’ To The Country. 10.45 News. 11.00 Love On The Spectrum. 11.55 Under Cover. 12.55 Parkinson In Australia. 1.40 The Trouble With Maggie Cole. 2.30 Rage. 4.00 One Plus One. 4.30 Think Tank. 5.30 7.30.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Cook Up Bitesize. 2.05 The World’s Greatest Palaces. 2.55 Great Asian Railway Journeys. 4.05 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? US. 8.30 This Is Joan Collins. 10.20 SBS News. 10.50 Cheyenne & Lola. 11.55 Unit One. 1.00 Unit One. 2.05 Unit One. 3.05 Unit One. 4.10 Destination Flavour China. 4.40 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The World’s Greatest Palaces. 2.50 Great Asian Railway Journeys. 4.00 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Britain’s Beautiful Rivers. 8.30 Britain’s Secret Islands. 9.25 Tokyo Vice. 10.25 SBS News. 10.55 Dignity. 11.50 The Night Manager. 12.40 Shadow Lines. 1.30 Shadow Lines. 3.10 The Late Session. 4.05 Destination Flavour China. 4.35 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 11.05 Great Canal Journeys. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The World’s Greatest Palaces. 2.50 Great Asian Railway Journeys. 4.00 Who Do You Think You Are? 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 8.30 Our Law. 9.40 War Of The Worlds. 10.35 SBS News. 11.05 L’Opera. 12.05 Miniseries: The Victim. 4.25 Destination Flavour China. 4.55 Destination Flavour. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Girl Happy. (1965) 2.00 Border Security: Int. 2.30 Beach Cops. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 45. Sydney Sixers v Adelaide Strikers. 10.00 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. (PG) 11.00 Death Row: Countdown To Execution. (MA15+) 12.00 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Women’s. Final stage. Highlights. 1.00 The Good Doctor. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Harum Scarum. (1965) 2.00 Border Security: Int. 2.30 Beach Cops. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 46. Perth Scorchers v Hobart Hurricanes. 10.30 Crime Investigation Australia. (MA15+) 11.45 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Stage 1. Highlights. 12.45 World’s Deadliest. (M) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Speedway. (1968) 2.00 Border Security: Int. 2.30 Beach Cops. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 47. Sydney Thunder v Melbourne Renegades. 10.00 Disasters At Sea. (PG) 11.00

Ambulance: Code Red. (M) 12.00 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Stage 2. Highlights. 1.00 The Good Doctor. (M) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 2. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 2. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by James Bracey. 11.00 New Amsterdam. (M) 12.00 Family Law. (M) 1.00 Destination Australia: Rottnest Island. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 Bondi Lifeguard World Adventures. (PG) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 3. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 3. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by James Bracey. 11.00 New Amsterdam. (M) 12.00 Family Law. (M) 1.00 Destination Australia. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 Bondi Lifeguard World Adventures. (PG) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 10.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 4. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 4. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by James Bracey. 11.00 New Amsterdam. (M) 12.00 Family Law. (M) 1.00 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop:

Shopping. 2.30 Global Shop.

Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00

Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30

Lifeguard World Adventures. (PG) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.00 The Talk. 7.00 Farm To Fork. 7.30 GCBC. 8.00 Everyday Gourmet. 8.30 Ent. Tonight. 9.00 Judge Judy. 9.30 Bold. 10.00 Studio 10. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. 2.00 Jamie’s Ultimate Veg. 3.00 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Judge Judy. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News.

6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Graham Norton Show. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) 9.30 Just For Laughs Australia. (M) 10.00 Just For Laughs Uncut. (MA15+) 10.30 Steph Tisdell: Identity Steft. (MA15+) 11.30 The Project. 12.30 Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Shopping. 5.30 Infomercials.

6.00 Reel Action. 6.30 Leading The Way. 7.00 Freshly Picked. 7.30 Escape Fishing. 8.00 Exploring Off The Grid. 8.30 What’s Up Down Under. 9.00 Everyday Gourmet. 9.30 GCBC. 10.00 St10. 12.00 Cook It With Luke. 12.30 Well Traveller. 1.00 Offroad Adv. 2.00 All 4 Adventure. 3.00 4x4 Adventures. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Taste Of Aust. 5.00 News. 6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG) 6.30 Jamie Oliver: Together. 7.30 NCIS: LA. (M) 8.30 FBI: International. (M) 10.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M) 11.30 NCIS. 1.30 Shopping. 3.30 Infomercials. 4.00 Shopping. 5.00 Hour Of Power.

6.00 Mass. 6.30 Turning Point. 7.00 Leading The Way. 7.30 Tomorrow’s World. 8.00 Luca’s Key Ingredient. 8.30 Freshly Picked. 9.00 Destination Dessert. 9.30 Everyday Gourmet. 10.00 St10. 12.00 The Bachelors Aust. 1.40 My Market Kitchen. 2.00 Waltzing Jimeoin. 2.30 Exploring Off The Grid. 3.00 4x4 Adventures. 4.00 All 4 Adventure. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Sunday Project. 7.30 The Bachelors Aust. (PG) 8.40 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M) 9.40 FBI. (M) 10.40 FBI: International. (M) 12.30 The Sunday Project. 1.30 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

6.00 The Talk. 7.00 Farm To Fork. 7.30 GCBC. 8.00 Everyday Gourmet. 8.30 Ent. Tonight. 9.00 Judge Judy. 9.30 Bold. 10.00 Studio 10. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. 2.00 The Bachelors Aust. (PG) 3.10 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Judge Judy. (PG) 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Bachelors Australia. (PG) 8.45 Ghosts. (PG) 9.15 FBI: Most Wanted. (MA15+) 10.15 FBI: Most Wanted. (M) 11.15 The Project. 12.15 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

6.00 The Talk. 7.00 Farm To Fork. 7.30 GCBC. 8.00 Everyday Gourmet. 8.30 Ent. Tonight. 9.00 Judge Judy. 9.30 Bold. 10.00 Studio 10. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 2.00 The Bachelors Aust. (PG) 3.15 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Judge Judy. (PG) 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News.

6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Bachelors Australia. (PG) 9.00 NCIS. (M) 11.00 The Project. 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

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

6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Bachelors Australia. (PG) 8.45 Fire Country. (PG) 9.45 Bull. (PG) 10.35 Bull. (M) 11.30 The Project. 12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

Talk.

GCBC.

To Fork.

Gourmet.

Ent. Tonight. 9.00 Judge Judy. 9.30 Bold. 10.00 Studio 10. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 2.00 The Bachelors Aust. (PG) 3.15 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Judge Judy. (PG) 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Ambulance Australia. (M) 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M) Rollins struggles on her return to work. 10.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) 11.30 The Project. 12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

7.30pm Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

8.30 Movie: Whiplash. (2014) (MA15+, R) Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons, Melissa Benoist.

10.15 Doctor Who. (PG, R)

11.05 Death In Paradise. (M, R)

12.05am Killing Eve. (M, R)

12.45 The Trip To Greece: 2 – Kavala To Pelion. (M, R) 1.20 Close.

7.30pm Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M, R) 8.15 Live At The Apollo. (M, R) 9.00 Melbourne Comedy Festival Allstars Supershow. (M, R) 10.05 The Set. (M, R) 10.40 Doctor Who. (PG, R) 11.35 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R) 12.05am Staged. (MA15+, R) 12.30 Bliss. (M, R)

7.30pm You Can’t Ask That. (M, R)

8.30 Lucy Worsley: Agatha Christie Mystery Queen.

9.20 Louis Theroux: Altered States. (M, R)

10.20 Return To Belsen. (MA15+, R)

11.10 Attenborough And The Empire Of The Ants. (R)

12.05am Long Lost Family. (PG, R)

7.30pm David Attenborough’s Rise Of Animals. (R)

8.30 Long Lost Family. (PG, R)

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

11.00 Lucy Worsley: Agatha Christie Mystery Queen. (R)

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

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R)

8.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

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

11.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R)

12.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

6.00pm Border Security: International. (PG, R) 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)

8.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

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

10.30 Penelope Keith’s Hidden Villages. (PG, R) 11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)

12.30 Escape To The Country. (R)

6.00pm Air Crash

Investigation: Special Report. (PG, R)

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

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

9.30 Chris Tarrant’s Extreme Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 10.30 Air Crash Investigation. (PG, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)

7.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R)

8.30 Inspector Morse. (PG, R) 10.50 Cities Of The Underworld. (PG, R) 11.50 Doc Martin. (PG, R) 1.00 Medical Emergency. (PG, R)

1.30 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)

6.00pm American Pickers. (PG, R)

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

7.30 Movie: Fantastic Four. (2005) (PG, R) Ioan Gruffudd, Jessica Alba.

9.40 Movie: Fantastic Four: Rise Of The Silver Surfer. (2007) (PG, R) Ioan Gruffudd, Jessica Alba.

11.30 The Cleveland Show. (M, R)

2.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

6.00pm Last Car Garage. (PG, R)

6.30 Secrets Of The Supercars. (PG, R)

7.30 Air Crash Investigation. (PG, R)

9.30 Mighty Trains. (PG, R)

10.30 Mighty Ships. (PG, R)

11.30 Full Custom Garage. (PG, R) 12.30 Air Crash Investigation. (PG, R)

6.00pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 43. Sydney Sixers v Perth Scorchers.

7.00 Movie: Spider-Man. (2002) (PG, R)

9.30 Movie: Alien: Covenant. (2017) (MA15+, R)

12.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder. Boxing Day. Highlights. 1.00 Blokesworld. (PG, R)

6.00pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 44. Melbourne Stars v Brisbane Heat.

7.30 American Pickers. (PG)

8.30 Movie: Signs. (2002) (M, R) Mel Gibson.

10.45 Movie: The 5th Wave. (2016) (M, R) 1.05 American Pickers. (PG, R)

2.00 Billy The Exterminator. (PG, R)

6.00pm Tennis. Adelaide International. Tournament 2. Day 5. Night session.

10.00 New Amsterdam. (M, R)

11.00 House. (M, R)

12.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

12.30 My Favorite Martian. (R)

1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

8.00 Movie: Monster-InLaw. (2005) (M, R) 10.00 New Amsterdam. (M, R) 11.00 House. (M, R) 12.00 My Favorite Martian. (R)

12.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)

6.30 Scorpion. (PG, R)

7.30 Bull. (M, R)

8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 9.25 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R) 10.20 Evil. (MA15+, R) 11.15 Star Trek: Discovery. (M, R) 12.45 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)

6.30 Friends. (PG, R)

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)

9.30 Two And A Half Men. (PG, R)

10.30 Nancy Drew. (M)

11.30 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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

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

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

9.20 The Language Of Love. (MA15+) 10.20 How To Have A Better Female Orgasm. (M, R)

11.15 VICE News Tonight.

6.00pm Soccer. A-League Men. Matchweek 12. Adelaide United v Melbourne Victory. 9.15 JAG. (R) 10.15 MacGyver. (M, R) 11.10 48 Hours. (M, R) 12.05 SEAL Team. (M, R) 1.00 Hawaii Five-0. (M, R) 2.00 Evil. (MA15+, R)

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

6.25 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.15 Friends. (PG, R)

12.15 Home Shopping. (R) 1.15 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.45 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG, R)

5.35pm Dynamo: Revealed. (PG, R)

6.30 Adam Eats The 80s.

7.35 Impossible Engineering. (PG)

8.30 The Last Overland: Singapore To London.

9.30 Aircraft Crash Experts. (R)

10.30 High Society. 11.30 American Gods. (MA15+, R)

3.00pm Movie: The Big Country. (1958) (PG, R)

6.30 Bondi Vet. (PG, R)

7.30 Movie: The Day Of The Jackal. (1973) (PG, R) Edward Fox, Michael Lonsdale. 10.30 House. (M, R) 11.30 Forensics: The Real CSI. (M, R)

12.45 Explore. (R) 1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.00pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 1. 10.00 Major Crimes. (M, R) 11.00 House. (M, R) 12.00 My Favorite Martian. (R) 12.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 Movie: Joker. (2019) (MA15+, R) Joaquin Phoenix. 12.45 SEAL Team. (M, R) 1.45 iFish. (R) 2.00 In The Dark. (M, R)

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

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

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R)

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

1.30 Movie: Adrift. (2018) (M, R)

5.55pm Vitamania: Truth About Vitamins. (R)

7.35 Abandoned Engineering: Stalin’s Subway. (M) 8.30 Lost Gold Of World War II: A Dying Declaration. (PG) 9.20 Radio Hate. (MA15+) 11.05 WWE Legends. (M, R)

12.40 Detective Chinatown. (MA15+, R)

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

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

5.45pm The Joy Of Painting With Bob Ross. (R) 6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG, R) 7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Taskmaster. (M) 9.25 Hypothetical. (M) 10.20 WWE Legends. (MA15+, R) 11.55 The Clinton Affair. (M, R)

6.00pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 45. Sydney Sixers v Adelaide Strikers. 7.30 Outback Truckers. (PG, R) 9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. (M, R) 10.30 Truck Night In America. (PG) 11.30 Jade Fever. (M, R) 12.00 Esports. LPL Pro. 2.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

5.00pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 2. 10.00 The Closer. (M, R) 11.00 Rizzoli & Isles. (M, R)

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

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 Scorpion. (PG, R) 7.30 Bull. (M, R) 8.30 My Life Is Murder. (M, R) 9.25 Bull. (M, R) 10.20 48 Hours: The Station Nightclub Fire – Who’s Responsible? (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R) 12.45 Infomercials. (PG) 1.15 Home Shopping.

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

American Pickers. (PG, R)

6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG, R) 7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Trip Hazard: My Great British Adventure. 9.25 Forbidden History. (M) 10.20 Why Does Everyone Hate The English? (M, R) 7.30pm Death In Paradise. (PG, R) 8.30 Wreck. (M) 9.20 Crazy Fun Park. (PG) 10.15 Killing Eve. (M, R) 10.55 Veneno. (MA15+, R) 11.40 Movie: Whiplash. (2014) (MA15+, R) Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons, Melissa Benoist.

Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 46. Perth Scorchers v Hobart Hurricanes. 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R) 8.30 Police Strike Force. (M, R) 9.30 Surveillance Oz. (PG, R) 10.30 Beach Cops. (PG, R)

6.00pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 47. Sydney Thunder v Melbourne Renegades. 7.30 Pawn Stars. (PG) 8.30 Movie: The Last Boy Scout. (1991) (MA15+, R) 10.40 Hardcore Pawn. (M, R) 12.10 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 12.40 American Pickers. (PG, R) 2.00 Billy The Exterminator. (PG, R)

Beverly Hills Cop. (1984) (R)

Movie: League Of Gods. (2016) (M, R)

Couples Therapy. (M, R)

5.45pm The Joy Of Painting With Bob Ross. (R) 6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG, R) 7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 The Bloody Decade. 9.25 Movie: 5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R) 7.30 Father Brown. (M, R) 8.30 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R) 9.30 Kavanagh QC. (M, R) 11.15 Medical Emergency. (PG, R) 11.45 Surf Patrol. (R) 12.15 Father Brown. (M, R) 1.30 Better Homes And Gardens. (R)

5.45pm The Joy Of Painting With Bob Ross. (R) 6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG, R) 7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.40 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island. 10.10 Policing In America. (M, R) 11.00 The UnXplained With William Shatner. (M, R)