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256 Shute Harbour Road AIRLIE BEACH Everyone is invited to come and get their festive photos at the Bluey display on the corner of Telford Road and Gregory Cannon Valley Road. Photo credit: Sebastian Conidi

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ince 2015, cane farmer Caroline Lee and her family have been spreading festive cheer with their much-loved hay-bale displays at the corner of Telford Road and Gregory Cannon Valley Road. What began with a simple snow-

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man has grown into a yearly tradition eagerly anticipated by the community. This Christmas, the family has unveiled a colourful new display featuring characters from the beloved TV show Bluey alongside Santa. Created by Caroline, her

husband Michael and in-laws Laurie and Carmel, the display draws cars daily and brings smiles to all ages, spreading Christmas spirit across the Whitsundays.

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There are almost no words that can do justice to this week’s events, however, I feel it is my responsibility to contribute to the narrative in some small way.

The massacre at Bondi has struck at the heart of our nation, making even the most patriotic among us feel disgust and horror at how this event symbolises the way our country is changing. How acts of hate are changing this country.

In my opinion, however, what the terrorists did not realise when they chose to take 15 innocent lives on Sunday, is the power of humanity, the power of unity and the power of good, which far outweighs all hate.

This belief, regardless of which God you worship, which church you attend, or which religion you adhere to, is shared by the vast majority people.

In the aftermath of the atrocity, leaders from many faiths

have come together, united in grief, united in prayer.

You see, people find solace in uniting with love following moments of horror. So this devastating event, which has seen an outpouring of grief with the whole world watching, will, in my opinion, only make us stronger and show us the way forward as a country, together.

This is illustrated poignantly by the fact that a Muslim fruit shop owner, who had gone out to meet a friend for coffee on Sunday, became the hero, risking his life to disarm a depraved man full of hate.

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ince 2015, cane farmer Caroline Lee, with the support of her family, has been putting up fun hay-bale displays on the corner of Telford Rd and Gregory Cannon Valley Rd during the festive season to ignite Christmas joy. Initially beginning with a snowman, and followed by Santa’s train the, ritual has continued every year thanks to its great popularity.

“People would always ask: what are you doing next year?” said Caroline.

As we head into Christmas, let’s keep those who were lost in this tragic event close to our hearts. But let’s also fight this act of hate with love, love for each other, love for life and love for God, whichever God that may be for you.

This year sees an exciting new display of characters from the popular Australian kids show ‘Bluey’ along with Santa. “Bluey is just so popular, he’s everywhere,” shared Caroline when asked where the inspiration came from.

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The driving force behind the project involves a group effort with Caroline supported by her husband Michael and his parents Laurie and Carmel. “It’s

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between 4 of us, it’s not just 1!” she joked. “I’d be lost without them!”

The family work together to craft the beautiful displays that have cars pulling over and people piling out, eager to capture special festive photos.

The display has gone through various iterations over the years including a locust, a tinnie and a doctor and nurse during Covid.

Displays also come up at different times of the year such as an Easter Bunny for Easter and Anzacs for Anzac Day. “It puts a smile on the kids faces!” expressed Caroline.

“Everyday you look down there and there’s cars pulling in all the time!”

The Bluey display has clearly spread lots of happiness and will continue to do so through the festive season. A big thanks to Caroline and her family.

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Whitsunday Regional Council Announces Huge Sports Precinct

An aerial view of the Whitsunday Regional Sports Precinct Masterplan

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he Whitsunday Regional Council has officially announced the adoption of the Whitsunday Regional Sports Precinct Masterplan.

The 95-hectare site, located in the Proserpine to Airlie corridor, is set to become the Whitsundays’ regional sporting hub.

The precinct will give local clubs room to grow, provide more opportunities for children to participate in sport, and create a venue capable of hosting major carnivals and events.

Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor Ry Collins said the first stage is expected to deliver a combination of new fields, courts, shared amenities, and essential access upgrades including improvements to the Shute Harbour Road intersection to ensure safe and efficient entry to the pre-

Mayor Ry Collins announced the adoption of the plan at the Council’s Ordinary Meeting last week

The Cannonvale growth corridor between Proserpine and Airlie Beach where the Precinct will be built

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for the time people put in.”

“The long-term vision includes athletics, BMX, equestrian, indoor sport and even land set aside for a future school. With Brisbane 2032 getting closer every day, we’ve got an incredible opportunity to set up the Whitsundays as a training base and who knows, maybe even grow a few Olympians of our own,” he shared.

With the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games approaching, this major project represents an exciting initiative that aims to attract athletes, sporting events and industry to the region.

Stage 1 is backed by a $15 million Federal Growing Regions grant, and it was developed by the community.

“More than 40 local clubs rolled up their sleeves and helped shape what this precinct needs to be now and into the future,” said Mayor Collins.

“Their ideas, feedback and passion are all over this plan, and I’m incredibly grateful

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Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor Ry Collins said the region is growing quickly and we need this sporting space.

“This plan opens the door for the Whitsundays to welcome athletes, events and new opportunities right here in our backyard.

“It is about creating places where young people can dream big, where clubs can thrive and where the whole community benefits for generations to come.”

The sports precinct is expected to create

new opportunities across the Whitsundays, supporting a wide range of sports and strengthening the region’s athletic community while attracting visitors and investment.

“This will be a generational project for the Whitsundays, creating new opportunities for sport, jobs and community life,” added Mayor Collins.

“Big projects like this don’t happen overnight, but for the first time, we’ve got a clear, shared roadmap. Council will keep pushing hard for funding to bring each stage to life.

“This precinct is about more than sport, it’s about giving our young people space to dream big, giving clubs room to thrive, and building something that will serve generations of Whitsunday families.”

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PJ and J’s Community Christmas Lunch

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ow in its third year, Paula Jean and Jan Clifford are busy organising their Community Christmas Lunch at the Airlie Beach Bowls Club on December 25th. Having found great success in the past, the lunch aims to bring people together during Christmas so that no one has to spend the festive season in isolation.

“I just felt it was really sad that there were so many people who spent Christmas by themselves,” said Paula, prompting decisive community action to ensure people could find company if they were feeling isolated during the holidays. Drawing on her own experiences of being away from family at Christmas, Paula wanted to make sure others could feel included.

Returning to the Airlie Beach Bowls Club, the event promises to continue fostering community spirit.

Food and toys are donated so that everyone can enjoy a good meal and receive a present at Christmas.

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“The support from the community is amazing,” added Paula.

“Food is my language of love, I’ll feed anyone!”

She urges that anyone who would like to join is most welcome. She also encourages those who can to send in donations to help ensure the event can properly cater for everyone in need.

“It’s the most beautiful feeling to do this.”

For anyone who would like to join or get involved, you can email Paula at pjsfooddiary@outlook.com or visit the Facebook event page entitled “PJ and Jan’s Community Christmas Lunch.”

Best of luck to Paula and Jan in organising an amazing occasion!

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eventeen-year-old Airlie Beach performer Blake Hanks is quickly emerging as one of North Queensland’s brightest young talents, turning years of dedication on the school stage into a show-stopping national opportunity. Fresh from graduating Year 12, Blake’s passion for performance has seen him shine in musicals, eisteddfods and talent competitions — culminating in a major win that took him from regional Queensland to the spotlight of Sydney’s biggest stages.

He recently won the 2025 NQ Fast Track Talent Showcase and as part as that it earned him an all-expenses-paid trip to Sydney, including a mentoring session with acclaimed performer Hugh Sheridan (Packed to the Rafters, California Crooners Club).

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Blake opened the Double Bay Christmas Carols with festive favourites Holly Jolly Christmas and Winter Wonderland, before later performing Last Christmas. He shared the stage with celebrated artists including Dami Im, Sheppard, Jael Wena and Taysha Ferrugia, joining them for the finale before counting down to the fireworks in front of a crowd of more than 10,000 people.

Blake described the experience as “unforgettable,” saying: “Thank you to the organisers of Fast Track to Fame – this has truly been an incredible opportunity. Performing alongside such high-calibre artists and meeting Hugh Sheridan was an honour I’ll never forget.”

The NQ Fast Track Talent Showcase is hosted by the Burdekin Shire Council and Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort said Blake’s success highlights the impact of local initiatives.

“It’s fantastic to see such a significant opportunity arise from a Burdekin event,” Mayor Dalle Cort said.

“The Fast Track Talent Showcase not only celebrates local talent but also opens doors for young people to shine on a national stage. Council is proud to support events like these, which create pathways for our youth to achieve their dreams.”

Christine Collyer, Founder of Fast Track Talent, also praised Blake’s performance.

“Blake was an absolute star and embraced every moment of this opportunity. We’re thrilled to see the Burdekin Shire Council supporting such a fantastic platform for young artists,” she said.

Warmest wishes this festive season to all in Dawson, from my family to yours. May your Christmas sparkle with joy, community, and local pride!

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ou fell in love with Where We Live – Airlie Beach in 2016. Now, almost a decade later, comes its long-awaited successor — Our Whitsundays. Brought to life by 8 Seconds and local creative force Tolita Dukes, this stunning new edition dives deeper into the region we call home. It’s a bold, beautiful celebration of the places, businesses and shared spirit that makes the Whitsundays unforgettable.

‘Our Whitsundays’ reveals the essence of this remarkable region through a 160page, visual narrative shaped by striking imagery. It invites the reader to experience the magic of the Whitsundays and understand why this place lives so deeply in the hearts of those who call it home. A coffee table book that is a perfect gift, offering a meaningful way to share and see what makes the Whitsundays special.

The book reflects a deep connection to both the community and the unforgettable Whitsundays. Tolita Dukes describes its impact simply and powerfully: “There is a moment when people are flicking through the book, and suddenly they pause — their eyes light up because they’ve recognised a face, a place, a memory.”

From the intricate mosaic of turquoise reefs and lush and rugged island horizons to the fertile fields of Proserpine, the coastal charm of Bowen, and the enduring

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character of Collinsville, this book captures the breadth and soul of the Whitsundays. Brimming with warmth and beauty, it elevates any room and becomes something people talk about, remember, and return to. It also features familiar voices, including Elizabeth Hackett, who captures its spirit perfectly: “We’ve always known how rare and beautiful our backyard is. And in choosing to share it, we do so with humility, knowing we are only ever its custodians.”

A page in Our Whitsundays is thoughtfully dedicated to Eco Barge — a local notfor-profit charity quietly making a powerful impact. Eco Barge protects our marine environment and wildlife, including the precious ecosystems of the Great Barrier Reef. Their story reflects care, commitment and a dedication to preserving the region.

Eco Barge founder Libby Edge said the recognition was meaningful for a team that often works quietly behind the scenes.

“It is so wonderful to be recognised as part of the community we love and protect,” she said. “14,000 volunteers have helped us protect and clean the islands, and now we’re a part of this amazing book; it is very exciting for us.”

Inspiration for the new book was sparked by how much the region has evolved since

Billie Edge, Tolita Dukes, Libby Edge and Kelly Cronin. Photo credit: Ruth Puddefoot.

Where We Live – Airlie Beach was released nearly a decade ago. “The Whitsundays have changed in ways I never could have imagined,” Tolita explained. “There are so many new stories, new faces, and unforgettable places.”

“This time, the story was bigger. It was about everything we call home. This is a tribute to our entire backyard and the incredible experiences within it.”

What brought this book to life was a shared vision, and the joy of exploring it together.

For Tolita, one of the greatest highlights has been travelling the region with photographer Craig Hempstead: meeting new

people, discovering places she’d never seen, and listening to the stories that quietly shape our communities.

Our Whitsundays is more than pages and pictures. It’s a thank you, a heartfelt gift back to the people and places who make this region extraordinary.

Grab your copy online for just $40 at ourwhitsundays.com.au or visit Beach Book Boutique, Trading Post Airlie Beach, Airlie Beach Chemist, News Whitsunday Cannonvale, Big Mango Information Centre Bowen or Fat Frog Cafe at Cannonvale Beach.

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A Sneak Peek At Turtle Rescue In Action

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he splash of fins, the sight of a giant Manta Ray art piece and a warm welcome await you when visiting the Whitsunday Turtle Rescue Centre (WTRC). At the centre, volunteers are currently caring for four rescued sea turtles, including a tiny hatchling, after two recent rescues and two releases last week – this follows a busy year of turtle rescues for the team at WTRC. Sub-adult Green Turtle ‘Dawn’ Returned to Cannonvale Waters The water was calm and glassy under the golden refraction of the afternoon sun.

A crowd gathered in anticipation at Cannonvale Beach at 5 pm on December 12th.

Dawn, a sub-adult green sea turtle, on the other hand, was ready and with steady, purposeful strokes, she glided gracefully back into the Coral Sea, marking a successful release by the WTRC team.

basking.

“Many turtles are found resting between tides, soaking up the sun, regaining energy, and waiting for the next high tide to swim off again,” said founder of WTRC, Libby Edge.

“Dawn was a perfect reminder that not all turtles found on the shore are sick, but we always encourage people to call for advice so we can assess each situation safely.”

The WTRC is currently caring for a hatchling.

‘Miss T’ Released After Compassionate Care Journey

New Hatchling Patient Arrives From Cape Hillsborough

In contrast, Miss T, a juvenile green sea turtle, came into care in a very weak state.

She was found near Whitehaven Beach by the crew of Scamper, covered in algae and struggling to survive.

Adding to the centre’s busy week, a tiny sea turtle hatchling from Cape Hillsborough was admitted after being attacked by a seabird – a typical incident that occurs at the most vulnerable stage of its life cycle.

Dawn had first been spotted resting among the seagrass beds at Cannonvale Beach, a well-known feeding and basking zone for turtles. Concerned community members who noticed her promptly reported her.

After 1.5 months of supportive care at the WTRC, including nutrition support, monitoring, and rehabilitation, Miss T began eating independently and showing strong signs of recovery.

After being brought into care for monitoring, health checks, and a gentle barnacle clean, Dawn showed no signs of illness or injury. Her behaviour confirmed what the team had initially suspected: she was

On Saturday, the 12th, the crew of Scamper transported her back by boat to Chance Bay near Whitehaven, where she was released to swim free once again.

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“The little one is receiving care to heal her wounds and regain strength. She will be released back at Cape Hillsborough on the next full moon, which is the moment hatchlings naturally follow the moonlight out to sea,” Libby explained.

New Rescue From Hay Point – Turtle Found Distressed With Parasites As one door closes, another opens, and this holds true for sea turtles: another green sea turtle was rescued this week from Hay Point after being found distressed, swimming in circles, and suffering from fluke, a parasitic condition.

“She is now receiving treatment and monitoring from our experienced rescue team,” Libby stated.

Green Sea Turtles have been on our planet for 200 million years, with turtle fossils dating back 215 million years. The Whitsunday Turtle Rescue Centre is here to ensure they live for many more years. Here is

On behalf of Bowen State High School, I would like to thank the Bowen community for your valued support which has been provided to our students and staff. I would like to give a special shout-out to our Year 7 students for successfully completing their first year of secondary education, and I extend my best wishes to the Year 12 graduating class of 2025 as they embark on their future endeavours. I eagerly anticipate the positive challenges and opportunities that await our school in 2026, and I look forward to welcoming all students back to school on Tuesday, 27th January, 2026.

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how you can help play your part too: A Call to The Community – What to Do if You Find a Turtle The WTRC would like to remind the community of the importance of reporting any sick, injured, distressed, or stranded turtles.

If you spot a turtle that appears unwell or is behaving unusually, please call: 1300 130 372 Marine Stranding Hotline or Eco Barge direct on (07) 4946 5198 The trained Turtle Response Team can guide you on what to do, how to keep the turtle safe, or how to transport the turtle into our care if needed.

The Whitsunday Turtle Rescue Centre, operated by Eco Barge Clean Seas Inc., continues its mission to care for sick and injured marine turtles and return them home to the Whitsundays.

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Taylors Property Specialist’s Light Up The Whitsundays

Whitsunday Life’s Newest Cadet Journalist Arrives

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aylor Property Specialists have invigorated the Christmas season with a fantastic lights display set up at the company’s head office in Cannonvale on Shute Harbour Rd, the lights display illuminates the area with Christmas cheer.

The idea for such a stunning display, was conceived by principal Rob Taylor in an effort to show appreciation for the wonderful Whitsunday community. The lights will be up for the entire Christmas season so don’t hesitate to drop by and admire the brilliant exhibit.

The lights were set up by Eddie and Claire

from ‘The Event Co’, who were able to turn an idea into a whimsical reality.

The team loves setting up the lights each year and always gets very excited when it is time to turn them on.

“The comments and feedback is just fantastic, I would love to see other businesses follow suit”, said Rob. “I would love for people outside of the area to say you have to visit Airlie and see all the Christmas lights as you drive into town. It’s amazing.”

The lights highlight the immense enthusiasm and joy the people of Whitsundays are spreading as we move into this wonderful time of year.

umping into his first full-time job Sebastian Conidi has joined the Life Publishing Group team as the newest Cadet Journalist.

Originally from Melbourne, Sebastian studied History at university and says his path into journalism was driven by a long-standing love of writing and a desire to better understand the world around him.

“I was interested in the world and I wanted to be able to get out and see it,” he said.

“I’ve always really enjoyed writing, so journalism felt like a way to be out in the world and to develop my writing skills.”

Sebastian said his background in history has already proven valuable in the newsroom, particularly when it comes to research and storytelling.

“Research is a big thing, understanding of sources, and history is all about stories and journalism is all about stories too,” he explained.

“It’s mostly understanding how to craft a story from the sources you’re given and how to write analytically.”

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Although this is Seb’s first position as a professional journalist, he has previously shown interest in the field, while hosting

a radio show in Melbourne and interviewing underground artists.

Outside of work, Sebastian spends much of his time reading and playing music, although he admits he enjoys socialising as well.

“I like to party, but in my quiet time I love reading,” he said.

Sebastian has been in the Whitsundays for a week and is already enjoying how the weather is consistent, unlike Melbournes famous four-seasons in one day weather.

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through lava fields in challenging heat, humidity and wind. The conditions test endurance and demand peak physical and mental strength.

many incredible athlete performances from newbies to the Pros. Spectators lined the scenic course still cheering as the sun went down!

Rowena Sinclair-Smith and local legend Michael Kimpton both finished on the podium in their respective age groups and were selected to represent Australia at the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii, in October 2026.

The Ironman in Busselton included a calm 3.8km ocean swim in Geographe Bay, followed by a two-lap 180km cycle course, with each 90km loop run on superb roads with a little wind. Athletes then faced a demanding four-lap, 10km run course to complete the marathon in the late Busselton sun.

“Nearly fifty percent of the field were first timers, showcasing the growing popularity of the sport.”

wo local Airlie Beach triathletes celebrated outstanding achievements at the finish line of the Ironman Asia Pacific Championships in Busselton, Western Australia, held on Sunday, December 7, 2025.

Rowena and Michael, members of the Whitsunday Triathlon Club, have both competed in Kona previously and were privileged to be selected again for triathlon’s most famous race in the world.

Held on the Big Island since 1978, the event is renowned for its brutal course, with athletes cycling and running

Michael Kimpton said it was a phenomenal event.

“Whether you are on the start line for the first time or chasing a fast time, Ironman Busselton was a wonderful race to experience,” he said.

“This year in Busselton there were

Val Kimpton once again volunteered from dawn till dusk and placed Michael’s medal and towel on him at the finish line.

Val and Michael were also proud to see professional Caleb Noble, an ambassador for the award-winning Coral Sea Marina Resort Airlie Beach Triathlon Festival, place second overall in the professional male category.

Michael Kimpton crossing the line in Busselton, Western Australia

“It’s an unbelievable achievement on the day as the pro field talent was enormous,” they said.

“Caleb was also selected to represent Australia at the World Ironman Championships in Kona, Hawaii in 2026.”

Former Airlie Beach Triathlon participant Lotte Wilms also claimed the professional female title, and Michael and Val are hoping to bring her back to Airlie Beach in 2026.

Rowena Sinclair-Smith is heading to the World Championship next year. Photos supplied

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s the planning and preparation for the future Cannonvale Community Hub continues, the Counil is set to temporarily combine the Cannonvale Customer service team and the Cannonvale Library together in one location.

People should be advised that minor desk renovations will take place during the library Christmas closure on the 21st of December. The Cannonvale Customer Service team will relocate into the library from New Years onwards. The changes will allow the continuation of important accessible services in one convenient location, whilst preparations are made for the community hub. The new opening hours are listed below, as of Monday 5 January 2026: Monday to Friday: 9:30am – 4:30pm Saturday: 10:00am – 1:00pm (Library only)

Sunday: Closed The development of the community hub brings with it great anticipation and excitement. The $29.8 million project was initially unveiled in October promising a modern library, customer service centre and community meeting spaces. This project represents a fantastic initiative, designed to bring the region together and encourage cultural growth. The initiative is being developed simultaneously with the Galbraith Park Masterplan to ensure that facilities are incorporated seamlessly into their surroundings.

In conjunction with the Whitsunday Regional Sports Masterplan, it is clear great effort is being made to stimulate extensive growth in the region, promoting the development of tourism, industry, infrastructure and culture.

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Give The Gift Of Chamber Membership This Christmas

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tion through the Chamber’s newsletter, social media, and member directory, plus exclusive resources, advice, and member-to-member offers.

Chamber membership isn’t just a subscription – it’s a ticket to connection, growth, and visibility. Members get access to local business networks, events, workshops, and advice, as well as opportunities to collaborate, share ideas, and build partnerships.

Membership starts from just $99, calculated on a pro-rata basis from the day you join through to 30 June 2026, making it easy and cost-effective to join at any time.

Optional add-on packages let you increase your visibility or co-host events, giving even more opportunities for your business to shine.

ooking for the perfect Christmas gift for your business or a fellow local business? Why not give the gift that really keeps on giving: a membership with the Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Membership also gives your business a voice. The Chamber advocates on your behalf with government, industry bodies, and the community, making sure local business needs are heard and acted on.

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Chamber Chat Allan Milostic, President of the Whitsunday Coast Chamber of Commerce

A Time for Thanks and Community Support As we close off the calendar year, it’s a perfect opportunity to say thanks – thanks to your team, your loyal customers, and our incredible local community for their continued support.

One meaningful way to show your appreciation is by shopping local this festive season. Every dollar spent within our region contributes to local jobs, businesses, and the sustainability of the Whitsundays community. Together, we can strengthen our economy and build a thriving future.

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boarding, and enhanced opportunities for businesses and not-for-profits to work together.

The Cruise Ship Markets sponsorship program will be introduced, creating new opportunities for local clubs to secure funds or in-kind services.

These initiatives will sit alongside our core activities, including Breakfast Briefings, the Whitsunday Business Conference, Whitsunday Business Awards, Jobs Fair, and our Pop-Up Chamber Tradies BBQ. Festive Season Break The Chamber Board and team will be taking a short festive season break from Monday, 22 December to Sunday, 4 January, inclusive. We look forward to reconnecting in the new year with renewed energy and enthusiasm.

On behalf of the Chamber Board, we wish all our members, supporters, and the broader Whitsunday business community a happy and safe festive season. Here’s to a prosperous 2026!

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Northern Queensland Legacy Celebrates Community, Connection & Christmas N orthern Queensland Legacy have once again hosted a series of heartwarming Christmas Lunches across several shires to bring the community together and ensure veterans’ families are supported this festive season.

Annually, the Christmas Lunches provide a chance for widows and children of veterans to reconnect and celebrate the festive season with others who understand their unique circumstances.

The Northern Queensland Legacy’s Bowen Christmas Party was held on Friday, the 28th of November at the Grandview Hotel where invited guests gathered together to share in a wonderful lunch and celebrate the silly season.

David Burke, President of Northern Queensland Legacy sees the events as a rare opportunity to ensure that for those living in small towns or remote communities, distance doesn’t mean disconnection.

“These Christmas lunches are much more than just a festive celebration. They are a vital lifeline for those who might otherwise feel isolated,” said David.

“It’s in these moments of shared joy that we remind each other that we’re not alone, and that the Legacy community stands together, not just during the holidays, but

every day of the year.”

Northern Queensland Legacy CEO, Nicole Hayes, believes the events are an essential part of Legacy’s tailored approach to addressing the challenges veterans’ widowers and children in small, remote communities face, especially when it comes to social isolation and access to services.

“For many, especially those facing social isolation, these events are a lifeline, offering not just a social gathering but a reminder that they are part of a supportive network,” Nicole explained.

“The sense of belonging and connection that these events foster helps reduce feelings of loneliness and builds a stronger

sense of community. For those who might be living alone or distanced from family, these gatherings are a welcome opportunity to bond with others, share experiences, and feel supported in a fun, festive environment.”

supports including links with services and agencies. We try to create opportunities for connection to bridge the gap that isolation can create and we aim to ensure that veterans’ families are supported no matter where they live.”

Northern Queensland Legacy provides a range of support services, including social activities, financial assistance, home visits, and advocacy, all aimed at connecting individuals with vital resources.

Northern Queensland Legacy has expanded its eligibility criteria to now include the dependants of veterans who did not serve operationally or deploy overseas, opening the door for more families to access support. If your spouse served in the Australian Defence Force and you would like to check your eligibility, contact the Northern Queensland Legacy office on 4772 7533 or email admin@nqlegacy.com.au after the 26th of January 2026.

“We strive to undertake regular contact including home visits and phone calls to check on people’s wellbeing to make sure that no one feels forgotten,” added Nicole.

“We provide a listening ear and practical

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Friday December 19th 2025

anta Visits The Firemen.

Firemen Vic Lee and Bob Johnson enjoyed a surprise visit from Santa who booked a ride in the fire engine for Christmas Eve, it being too hot for his usual mode of transport.

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the rotor of a stationary, unoccupied helicopter when landing. Its fuselage was almost completely severed. One passenger was killed and another received serious injuries. A spokesman said a strong windgust could have

Heavy Defeat For Proposed Shire Boundaries Change. The proposal would cut the Proserpine shire into just two Divisions; one based at the Coast and the other at the Proserpine Township. A large majority voted against the idea.

been the cause.

Helicopter Tragedy. A week ago two helicopters collided on a pontoon-helipad at Blacks Reef, off shore from Proserpine. One helicopter carrying 5 tourists struck

Obituary. Irene Mary Dunn aged 78 from Bundaberg died while visiting her daughter Mrs. Shirley Robinson in Mt. Julian.

High Rise For Hamilton. The opening of Whitsunday Towers West was announced for December 14th, containing 84 one bedroom apartments on 14 floors which should ease tight accommodation.

Over 50 permits for installations and buildings on the island had been issued.

Apprentices of the Year. Electrician Patrick Fordyce and fitter and turner Patrick Barry were named as Proserpine Sugar Mill Joint Apprentices of the Year.

Exchange Student Returns Home.

Alexandre Ruston leaves Australia for his home in Brazil after spending 11 months in the Proserpine District where he stayed with 4 sets of ‘host’ families. He proved a popular exchange student, settling well into the Australian way of life.

State Under 12 Cricket Championships. Eight teams from all over

Queensland enjoyed Proserpine’s excellent junior cricket facilities as they did battle throughout the week. They were welcomed by local president Mark Bennett and NQ President Alan Hobson.

Ron Brown Memorial Trophy.

Having won semi finals on the Saturday Colts beat Magpies in the final on Sunday. Top performances from Andrew Colbourne with the bat, and Greg McLeod with the spherical object added to an alround team display.

Hot Weather For Bowls. Despite the hot humid conditions enthusiasm by the bagful was on display in the bowls breakup. Singles badge was won by Ron Demartini.

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his weeks photo is of the reflection in Airlie Creek of the Airlie Beach Ferris wheel, with the ripples in the creek making an interesting reflection.

These photographs are submitted by the Whitsundays Amateur Photographers group

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ell-known comedian, Bob Hope, once said - “When we recall Christmases past, we usually find that the simplest things - not the great occasions - give off the greatest glow of happiness.”

The festive season in Proserpine in 1908, was both a simple and happy time for residents of the district. The merriment began with a street fair on Christmas Eve and was rounded off with picnics and a dance on Boxing Day. The celebrations were joyous occasions. The following newspaper extract from “Port Denison Times” and “Bowen Advocate” Tuesday 5 January 1909 provides a wonderful insight into the Christmas traditions early last century.

“Fine but extremely oppressive weather prevailed in the Proserpine district during the festive season. On Christmas eve a fair number of country people came into town, many of whom did not return to their homes until late in the evening; The principal streets presented a very animated scene at night. The majority of the business places were decorated with

greenery, and in one or two instances the brightness of the streets was added to by a number of vari-coloured Chinese lanterns. The juveniles were, as was to be expected, in the “ seventh heaven of delight.” The noise they made with squeaking “ blow-outs,” &c., and the firing of crackers served to remind grownups of the happy days of childhood. The adult portion of the crowd were in a jovial mood, and the season’s greetings were exchanged in the good, old, time-honoured way. Though the temperature provoked a thirst, very few men over-indulged; consequently, the police had not an arduous duty to perform. Compared with previous years, the trade done by the storekeepers was not brisk - due to the fact, no doubt, that large numbers of people proceeded South some days previously to spend their holidays.

On Christmas Day, several parties were astir early, and lost no time in journeying to Pioneer Bay, the O’Connell River, and other delightful picnic resorts. At St Paul’s (Anglican) Church, the usual Christmas services were held. There was a large congregation at the morning

service which was conducted by Mr A. P. Jennings.

The church was decorated with greenery, flowers, plains, ferns, &c., the effect being very pleasing indeed.

The choral portion of the service was commemorative of the birth of Christ, and the choir sang the hymns of rejoicing with reverential feeling. The anthem, “ I will lift up mine eyes,” was splendidly rendered, Miss B. P. Waite singing the solo with capital effect.

Mr F. E. Leggett presided at the organ.

Mr Jennings, who preached both morning and evening, chose subjects appropriate to the occasion.

The principal attraction for Boxing Day was the hospital benefit race meeting … Several picnic parties made a jaunt to Pioneer Bay, where they spent a very enjoyable day. At night an open-air concert was held, followed by a dance in Mr

Compion’s newly erected house. During the day there were fully 120 persons on the beach.”

More than 100 years later, many traditions continue - even if they do now have a modern slant. There is still that last minute Christmas shopping; we have our street fairs and picnic parties; the community comes together for the singing of Christmas carols by candlelight in our parks and on the Airlie foreshore, and, at times, firecrackers can be heard at night, despite not being permitted!

Story and photo courtesy Proserpine Historical Museum. Information also sourced from “Proserpine Guardian” January 5, 1909

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he Whitsunday Suicide Prevention Network (WSPN) is inviting the community to a free BBQ at the Bowen Foreshore, next to the Jetty on Santa Barbara Parade. The event will run between 4:30pm and 6:30pm on Friday 19th December and it is open to everyone.

This gathering provides an opportunity for locals to come together, enjoy a meal, and support mental health awareness in the region.

All members of the public are welcome to attend.

WSPN have provided the Whitsunday community with a free Tradie BBQ breakfast since the beginning of this year and the popularity has grown immensely.

The Tradie BBQ has gone from a small handful to over 70 people, to enjoy conversation, connection and asking the important question “What’s Up Mate?”

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all calendars depicting beautiful photos of Bowen are now available at the Bowen Visitor Information Centre next to the Big Mango.

Held in the carpark outside Shirtfront Solutions and Enzed it’s a popular and central location for many.

These have been produced by Bowen Tourism and Business and feature photos by Mark Fitz and Jack Collins.

The Bowen Community Christmas BBQ is also in a central, easily accesible location for the Bowen Community.

Manager of Bowen Tourism and Business, Leanne Abernethy said the Bowen calendars were always very popular and would make the perfect Christmas gift.

WHAT: Bowen Community BBQ WHEN: 4:30 to 6:30pm, Friday 19th December WHERE: Foreshore - Santa Barbara Parade - Front Beach - Next to Jetty

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“A lot of visitors buy these calendars each year and love the photos of Bowen’s beaches and other landmarks.

“A lot of local residents buy them for their own homes or to post to family and friends in other parts of Australia and the world.

“This is the fourth year we have produced the calendar, and they have become increasingly popular,” she said.

They are also available at other businesses in Bowen, including several caravan parks and resorts.

The 2026 calendars include photos of beaches as well as the Big Mango, a mango

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Bowen Tourism and Business team member, Melissa Beuzeville with the 2026 Bowen calendar. Photo supplied

farm and the Bowen lighthouse.

“Bowen has such beautiful scenery, and we love producing these calendars each year to showcase what is on offer.”

Contributed with thanks to Manager of Bowen Tourism and Business, Leanne Abernethy

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here was music, food and lots of love in the air as people flocked to Proserpine for a wonderful twilight christmas fair.

The event promoted small businesses, encouraging people of the Whitsunday region to engage with local industry and put money back

into the community.

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry delivered a wildly entertaining Best Dressed Window Display competition. Congratulations to winner Whitsunday Bakery and a special ac-

knowledgement to the runners up Home Bewitt and Shear Pleasure.

A special thanks to state MP Amanda Camm, Mayor Ry Collins and the Whitsunday Regional Council for organising a fantastic event.

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Much-Loved Local Teacher Launches Children’s Book

BY SEBASTIAN CONIDI Friday 19 December • Airlie Beach Hotel: Andy Mammers (7pm - 10pm) • Grand View Hotel: Simon Briley (from 8pm) • Sorrento: Kaedan McCarthy (4pm 7pm) • KC’s: Pheonix Revival (from 8pm) Saturday 20 December • Airlie Beach Hotel: Australian Eagles (2pm - 5.30pm) • Airlie Beach Hotel: Andy Mammers (7pm - 10pm) • Grand View Hotel: DJ Night (from 8pm) • Coral Sea Pavillion: DJ Ahri (1pm 5pm) • Sorrento: Kieran McCarthy (4pm 7pm) • KC’s: Retro Joe (from 8pm) Sunday 21 December • Airlie Beach Hotel: Australian Eagles (2pm - 5.30pm)

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n Saturday, December 13th, Kas Rae launched her debut children’s book, Broncy Dingle Dandy And His Best Mate Mandy, at Proserpine Library. The book was created in collaboration with illustrator Hiruni Kariyawasam.

As a primary school teacher, Kas is incredibly passionate about spreading the joy of creativity amongst her students. “I really enjoy a book with a beautiful message”, said Kas. The book was inspired by her family dog, Broncy.

The title was based on a particular jingle that involved the phrase broncy dingle dandy, serving as the impetus for the book’s development.

Kas loved reading the book to her students both during its development and after its completion, reminiscing on the joy felt when the students retained many of the rhymes and phrases.

The book saw a fruitful collaboration with talented illustrator Hiruni, as rough sketches and ideas by Kas developed into the beautiful art now featured in the book.

The story encourages positive self-talk and resilience.

“The whole book is about Broncy not giving up…the underlying theme is asking for help from friends,” explained Kas.

• Airlie Beach Hotel: Paul Fergus Morris (6.30pm - 9.30pm) • Grand View Hotel: Scotty Wilson (4pm - 8pm) • Coral Sea Pavillion: Simon Briley (1pm - 5pm) • Sorrento: Noah Davis (4pm - 7pm) • KC’s: Chris Booroff (from 8pm) Monday 22 December • Sorrento: Will Heta (4pm - 7pm) • KC’s: Scotty Wilson (from 8pm)

Overall, the book’s development stems from a deep passion for encouraging creativity amongst the youth, especially in regional areas like ours.

“Growing up here, I didn’t even think [creativity] was an option on the menu…it’s come to be that I can do this, but I’m really passionate about letting kids know that they can do this…you can create a story, you can do it.”

By extension, Kas believes creativity is important to promote in education. The hand-drawn aesthetic in the book was crafted to directly contrast with clean AI images that children are often exposed to, teaching them that handmade craft is something that should hold great value.

“I’m incredibly grateful for the support I’ve received, I feel really lucky.”

The release of Broncy Dingle Dandy And His Best Mate Mandy signifies a growth in creative spirit for the Whitsundays region and it is availPhoto supplied

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THE UNOFFICIAL TRIBUTE SHOW - TAYLOR: A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift, Proserpine Entertainment Centre, 6pm - 8.15pm

19 The Grinch, The Movie Screen at Airlie Beach Foreshore in Coconut Grove, 6:00pm

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20 Proserpine Farmers Christmas Market, 10 Edward St, 8am - 12pm

22 The UK Rod Stewart Show, Proserpine Entertainment Centre, 7.30pm - 9.45pm

21 Bowen Community Markets, Hansen Park, from 8:00am

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Tuesday 23 December

24 Members Christmas Eve Drinks, Club Whitsunday, 2pm - 5pm

• Sorrento: Will Heta (4pm - 7pm)

25 Christmas Day

• KC’s: Paul Fergus (from 8pm)

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SPOT, Proserpine Entertainment Centre, 12pm - 12.50pm

13 Luke Kidgell - Good Intentions, Proserpine Entertainment Centre, 7.30pm - 9pm

• Sorrento: Will Heta (4pm - 7pm)

28 Bowen Community Markets, Hansen Park, from 8:00am

31 Creedence Clearwater Collective, Proserpine Entertainment Centre, 7.30pm - 9.45pm

• KC’s: Paul Fergus (from 8pm)

31 New Year’s Eve

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Wednesday 24 December

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Room on the Broom, Proserpine Entertainment Centre, 1pm - 1.55pm

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A Taste of Ireland, Proserpine Entertainment Centre, 4pm - 6pm

September 11 - 12 White on Whitsunday Long Lunch, Whitehaven Beach, from 8am

CINEMA | 19-25 DECEMBER proserpineentertainmentcentre.com.au MOVIES

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Zootopia 2

Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde return to crack a baffling new case when a mysterious reptile disrupts life in Zootopia. Going undercover across unfamiliar parts of the city, the duo must rely on trust, teamwork and quick thinking as their partnership is pushed to its limits like never before.

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Wicked: For Good

Elphaba, now feared as the Wicked Witch, hides in Oz’s forest fighting for truth and freedom. Glinda becomes the shining symbol of Goodness, caught between power and friendship. As Oz turns against Elphaba and a visitor from Kansas arrives, the two must reunite to change their fate.

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Meet Narlyn

Sweet Girl Looking for Her Forever Home

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arlyn is a beautiful rescue dog who has found safety in foster care and is now learning what it means to be loved. Affectionate and gentle, she’s waiting for the right family to discover just how special she is.

About Narlyn: • Sweet-natured and friendly with people • Dog-friendly and enjoys the company of other dogs • Affectionate and loves being close to her humans • Medium energy – enjoys walks and playtime • Thriving in foster care with routine and care Narlyn has proven just how resilient and loving she can be. With her gentle personality, she will make a loyal and caring companion for the right family.

To meet Narlyn and see if she’s the perfect addition to your home, email bcpri. adoptions@gmail.com.

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any would shy away from such a description; however, popular music act Geed Up have embraced the idea that they can put on the ‘Worst Show Ever’.

Having performed for over 20 years, Geed Up bring a vibrant, pulsating energy to every individual performance. The Brisbane act is renowned for its vocal versatility, polished harmonies and dynamically impressive fusion of soul, funk, edge and class, blending old and new music with energetic breakdancing and airtight acrobatic choreography.

The frenetic stage act combines acrobatics, dancing, acapella and comedy to put on an incredibly unique show. The energy requires extensive individual training to

maintain the demanding physicality of the presentation and the group is composed of different and varied talents, including a contortionist!

Geed Up have performed over 30 shows at Airlie Beach Hotel, with this performance representing their 4th New Year’s feature.

Building on their extensive experience, Geed Up promises a spectacular series of gigs.

“We have new tricks up our sleeve”, said band member Khan. The group promises “maximum entertainment in the shortest amount of time”. With covers from the 80s, 90s and early 2000s, the performance provides an extraordinary range of music that many can enjoy. The show will be family-friendly, providing something for

everyone.

The band have also proudly partnered with Beyond Blue, helping to raise mental health awareness through fundraising.

The dates come at an exciting time of year, with one show on the afternoon of New Years Eve to warm up for the big night, and one show on January 1st to celebrate the first day of 2026.

Get down to Airlie Beach for laughs, thrills and high energy. There are plenty of surprises prepared. This is not a performance you will want to miss!

WHAT: Geed Up’s ‘Worst Show Ever’ WHERE: Airlie Beach Hotel WHEN: Tuesday 30th, Wednesday 31 December & Thursday 1st January

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

Please Note: WE ARE NOT OPEN Mon 22nd, Tues 23rd, Wed 24th and Thurs (X MAS DAY) 25th December 40 Murroona St, Queens Beach, Bowen. Ph: (07) 47851241 Mob: 0422 321 770 See our movie times, reviews & how to find us at www.bowencinemas.com and on Facebook

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“AVATAR: FIRE AND ASH” (M) Action/Adventure/Fantasy Jake and Neytiri’s family grapples with grief after Neteyam’s death, encountering a new, aggressive Na’vi tribe, the Ash People, who are led by the fiery Varang, as the conflict on Pandora escalates and a new moral focus emerges. Stars: Zoe Saldaña, Kate Winslet, Edie Falco

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“ETERNITY” (PG) 112mins. Romantic Comedy/Romance In an afterlife where souls have one week to decide where to spend eternity, Joan is faced with the impossible choice between the man she spent her life with and her first love, who died young and has waited decades for her to arrive. Stars: Miles Teller, Elizabeth Olsen, Callum Turner

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“ZOOTOPIA 2” (PG) 108mins. Animation / Family Movie Brave rabbit cop Judy Hopps and her friend, the fox Nick Wilde, team up again to crack a new case, the most perilous and intricate of their careers. Stars: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman, Ke Huy Quan

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The Beauty Room Airlie Supporting Family Beach Elevates Skin Care Mental Health Over with New IPL Technology The Holidays

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amily gatherings can bring warmth, laughter and stress. The holiday period often stirs up old dynamics, differing expectations, and emotional triggers, particularly for families managing mental health challenges. Be aware that alcohol can intensify emotional moments so be mindful of your intake. Adding ice to wine makes it go further for longer. Swapping out light beer for full-strength beer reduces your alcohol intake.

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very skin has a story, and The Beauty Room Airlie Beach takes the time to understand it. Blending clinical expertise with a serene, welcoming environment, the focus is on delivering real results for every skin type.

“The Beauty Room has been part of the Airlie Beach community for almost 14 years, and being the longest-running beauty salon here is something we’re incredibly proud of.” Current owner Charlotte purchased the business several years ago and has continued to evolve the brand, “the focus for us has really been on growing with our clients and listening to what they have been asking for.”

That client demand led to the launch of The Beauty Room Skin Clinic, a dedicated space focused on advanced skin treatments. “Opening The Beauty Room Skin Clinic was a natural next step, we wanted a dedicated space that could focus purely on advanced skin treatments.” she added.

The clinic has recently introduced a suite of new services using advanced IPL and RF technology. “IPL hair removal is something our clients had been asking for years, so finally being able to offer it has been really exciting.” The custom-built device allows multiple treatments in one platform.

“Using one advanced machine, we’re able to effectively treat hair removal, skin tightening, pigmentation, vascular concerns, acne, and photo rejuvenation,” Charlotted explained.

RF skin tightening has become a standout treatment, “delivering visible results after just one session,” Charlotte said.

Extensive training underpins the clinic’s high standards. “We spent months working behind the scenes, training staff, refining protocols and making sure everyone was trained to the highest standard.”

“Ongoing education is really important to us; we have industry representatives coming up every few months to keep our team up-skilled.”

If conflict or distress arises, remember it’s normal and temporary. Fo-

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“If you’d like more support, visit my website https://www.personaltransitions.com. au/ or give me a call 0418708214.”

Creating a balanced schedule with time for rest as well as togetherness can supports everyone’s wellbeing.

Small gestures, like checking in on how each person is feeling or planning low-stress activities, can go a long way.

Providing Psychotherapies for children, youth and adults

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Turn your life into living by being your own best friend and enjoy your break.

Maintaining open communication and healthy boundaries is key. It’s okay to say no, take breaks, or step outside for fresh air if emotions run high. Encouraging empathy and understanding within the family can reduce tension and foster genuine connection.

The clinic also ensures that “Every treatment is personalised.” Thorough consultations and advanced skin analysis ensure tailored care. The Beauty Room’s “advanced skin analysis lets us look beneath the surface, not just what you can see in the mirror.”

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cusing on shared values rather than past disagreements can help shift the mood.

Ultimately, holidays are an opportunity to practise compassion, patience, and acceptance for others and for ourselves.

Visit our sister company across the road The Beauty Room Airlie Beach for all your other beauty needs – from Lash Extensions to Spray Tanning to Waxing - we do it all!

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Dive In And Reeflect!

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ello everyone,

I hope you have all got your christmas shopping ready and are excited for the christmas period!

A Healthy Fish Population is Needed for a Healthy Reef

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cientists have long understood that thriving fish communities are essential for healthy coral reefs. Now, new research has revealed just how important fish are in protecting the Great Barrier Reef from one of its most destructive natural threats: the crown-ofthorns starfish.

In this week’s Ruth2Reef, we explore why a healthy fish population is essential for a thriving reef and reveal the answer to the question: where do whales go after leaving the Whitsundays?

As always, happy reading, and I would also like to send my thoughts to everyone affected by the events in Bondi over the weekend.

A major study by Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, and the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) has found that one of the nation’s largest-ever marine conservation efforts has significantly reduced the likelihood of crown-of-thorns starfish (COTS) outbreaks across the Reef.

Where Do Whales Go After The Whitsundays

A Natural Predator with Plague Potential Crown-of-thorns starfish are native to the Great Barrier Reef and form part of its natural ecosystem. But under certain conditions, their numbers can explode into plague proportions. When that happens, they become one of the leading causes of coral loss, devouring living coral tissues at a rate that reefs cannot keep up with.

For decades, scientists have debated what drives these outbreaks. While many questions remain, evidence is mounting that human activities over the past 40 years have made outbreaks more frequent or more severe.

Two leading causes stand out:

Humpback whales, I was lucky enough to swim with in WA. Photo credit: Laura Gourgas.

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pouts of water shooting up in the distance, big water slaps and dramatic breaches, are a common sight when travelling through the clear whitsunday waters during Winter.

Whales grace the whitsundays every year, but after the season ends, where do these elegant mammals go?

While whales are not known for their speed due to their large rotund body’s and huge bobbly pectoral fins, their distance is impressive, with them travelling a 10,000 km roundtrip from cold and frigid Antarctic feeding grounds to the warm, welcoming whitsunday waters for breeding and calving.

Their journey after the Whitsundays, however, is not an easy one, with struggles involving depleting energy reserves, threats from human activities like ship strikes and fishing gear, alongside protecting their calves from predators such as Orca’s and sharks.

Sadly, these aren’t the only issues the whales have to avoid, as the growing impacts of climate change are affecting their food source, krill. Whales do not feed during their time in the Whitsun-

days, so they rely on stored fat for the three to four month period that they are completing their journey, therefore, with changes to their food web, alongside the dangers from human shipping and nets they risk starvation.

Why do whales risk travelling so far?

The Great Barrier Reef foundation states that. “As winter approaches in the Southern Hemisphere, the Antarctic krill population diminishes due to sunlight reduction and sea ice formation.”

“Whales are highly attuned to environmental cues. This seasonal change and decline in food availability prompts whales to instinctively embark on their journey north,” the foundation added.

Having experienced many whale encounters in the Whitsundays it is very upsetting to find out that some of the whales won’t make the journey after visiting here. To reduce your impact on our marine friends try to avoid single-use plastics where possible and volunteer or donate to an organisation focusing on protecting our marine life, such as Whales of Whitsundays.

· Nutrient runoff from land, which boosts phytoplankton levels in the Reef ’s lagoon. This provides extra food for larval COTS, improving their survival and resulting in more starfish reaching adulthood. · Overfishing of key predators, such as fish and invertebrates that eat juvenile starfish. Fewer predators mean young COTS have a much greater chance of surviving and growing into adults.

Fewer Predators, More Starfish Predatory fish like emperors and groupers are known to feed on crown-ofthorns starfish, playing an important role in controlling their numbers. Recognising this, reef managers acted early.

In 2004, major protective measures were introduced to rebuild predatory fish populations. These included increasing

no-take zones to 33 per cent of the Reef and tightening fishing regulations.

The new study shows just how critical those decisions were. Without them, grouper and emperor numbers would have continued to decline under fishing pressure, creating ideal conditions for increasingly frequent — and potentially continuous — starfish outbreaks.

Instead, the protections helped stabilise and rebuild predator populations, restoring an important natural check on COTS. Avoiding a Tipping Point Researchers believe these conservation efforts may have prevented a catastrophic ecological tipping point. Without enough large predatory fish, the Reef could have entered a cycle of ongoing COTS outbreaks, leaving far less living coral and undermining the resilience of the entire ecosystem.

Long-term monitoring now confirms the benefits: crown-of-thorns outbreaks occur far less often in protected zones where fish populations are healthier.

Science + Management = Results The findings offer powerful evidence that reef protections are working. They also highlight the importance of longterm monitoring programs, which provide the data needed to understand how the Reef is changing and what actions are making a difference.

For this, we can thank the ongoing work of CSIRO and AIMS scientists — decades of research that continue to guide reef management today.

The Next Big Challenge Protecting fish populations is only part of the solution. To fully safeguard the Great Barrier Reef, we must also improve water quality by reducing nutrient runoff from the land. Cleaner water means fewer phytoplankton blooms — and fewer opportunities for crown-ofthorns starfish to thrive.

Healthy fish, healthy water, healthy coral: all three are needed to give the Reef the best chance of survival in a changing world.

Contributed with thanks to Whitsunday Conservation Council.

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Airlie Beach Bowls Club Weekly News

Proserpine Bowls Club Year End Wrap Up BOWLS

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his week marks the end of a fantastic year of bowls at Proserpine Bowls Club.

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On Wednesday, we mixed things up a bit for Social Bowls. Heather Brown, Alen Sanderson, and Henny Tattam defeated Heather Brown, Philip Brown, and Arthur Griffith 23–15. Meanwhile, Sandy Daffara and Barry Zillmann had a close win over Mike Harrison and John Anderson, 15–14.

On Sunday, we enjoyed a BBQ lunch before playing just six ends of bowls. Teams

were drawn randomly, and Henny Tattam, Sandy Daffara, Philip Brown, and Mike Harrison recovered from an early 6-shot deficit to defeat Bruce Uhe, Arthur Griffith, Alen Sanderson, and John Anderson.

We wish all our members a safe and very Merry Christmas!

A reminder: if you wish to take advantage of the discount on Affiliation Fees, they must be paid before December 31.

Contributed with thanks to the Proserpine Bowls Club

Proserpine Golf Club Results GOLF

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ith summer temperatures soaring and Christmas just around the corner, Proserpine Golf Club members enjoyed another busy week of competition, with strong fields and some impressive scoring across multiple events.

Winners of Corporate Bowls from left to right - Gary Rusell , Des Ballance, Eric Barnard, Maureen Barnard, Sue Dakin, Cathy Russell. Photo supplied

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his year has flown by! December is here, Christmas is just around the corner, and we’ve been lucky enough to tell Santa that all our bowlers have been good. The standard of bowls at our club has steadily improved throughout the year.

Tuesday afternoon’s Social Bowls saw Tony “Take the Money” Whitehorn, with his wonderful wife Betty, our club’s Bowler of the Year for 2025, take home the prize with an outstanding victory.

Wednesday afternoon Social Bowls featured 16 bowlers competing for first prize.

Stand-in skipper Mark Mawson led his team to a fantastic 15-point win, with an outstanding performance from lead Rick Brunell and second, new bowler Rene, who was faultless in a great team effort.

Well done, boys!

Wednesday night hosted the final of Business House Bowls, a fantastic night of competition. The winning team was CES

Electrical. Second place went to Blue Science, and third place to Rock Plumbing.

Business House Bowls will resume on Wednesday, 28th January, and all are welcome.

Saturday morning saw the last games of Scroungers for the year, resuming in January. First-round winners were Margo Stanley, Dennis Donadelli, Greg Fennell, and new bowler Alma Rose Mawson, who has amazed everyone with her controlled performances in such a short time. Margo Stanley won the A Division, while Tony Whitehorn won the B Division.

Sunday afternoon Social Bowls saw 20 bowlers competing for the prize. The winning team was led by skipper Andy McDougall, with lead Sandra Argo and second Mark Mawson.

Details of the presentation will be published next week.

Contributed with thanks to Airlie Beach Bowls Club

Tuesday, December 9 saw a Medley Stableford played in hot conditions. Di Chard claimed victory with a standout 40 points, ahead of runner-up Aaron Prosser on 36. Nearest the pin prizes went to Aaron Prosser (2nd), Paul Gray (9th) and Luke Wayth (13th).

The Wednesday Ladies Stableford on December 10, sponsored by Airllywood, delivered excellent results, with Karen Oni leading the way on 42 points. Jenny Hounsell finished second with 37 points, followed by Kathryn Borer on 35 points after a countback, and Leanne Alexander rounding out the field. Nearest the pin honours were shared by Sherri Meade, Di Dobbins (2nd), Karen Oni and Nicole Cooper (14th).

Men took to the course on Thursday, December 11 for a Stableford event. In A Grade, Luke Paroz secured the win on 38 points after a countback, with Jett Borghero runner-up. B Grade honours went to Bradley Wilkinson, also with 38 points on a countback, ahead of Greg Walker.

Nearest the pin winners were Scott Mason (2nd), Brett Simpson (9th), Craig McLean (13th) and Laurie Dakin (16th).

The Friday 9-hole Back 9 Run, sponsored by the Metropole Hotel, saw Harry Milne take the win with 21 points. Edwina Pettiford finished runner-up on 20 points after a countback, with Fay Milne third. Brent Franke (2nd) and Chris Pirlo (9th) collected NTPs. The final Putt for Cash for 2025 attracted plenty of attention, with Adam Davies sinking his second putt to claim $250 from the $1250 pool.

A highlight of the week came on Saturday, December 13, when 132 players contested the popular Turkey Day 3-Ball Ambrose.

Overall honours went to Don Cameron, Karen Rix and Roger Vandenberg, with full results to be released via the club’s Facebook page. The day also included presentations for the club’s major 2025 titles and a special moment recognising Nathan’s achievement in attaining professional golfer status.

The week concluded on Sunday, December 14 with a Stableford event. Aaron Prosser topped the men’s field with 39 points, ahead of Chris Bartlett on 38. In the ladies competition, Loretta Puttick claimed victory with 38 points, followed by Peta Thomas on 36. Nearest the pin prizes went to Darren Reynolds (2nd), Sherri Meade and Dean Barnard (9th), Mark McDougal (13th) and Scott Clarke (16th).

Another successful week wrapped up what has been a strong lead-in to the festive season at Proserpine Golf Club.

Contributed with thanks to Tiina Randmae

LOOKING TO IMPROVE YOUR GAME? Monday & Wednesday Special Conditions Apply. Not available on 2 players, 1 cart $100 (18 hole), $70 (9 hole) Public Holidays. Bookings essential.

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MT CHALLENGER PROJECT COMMUNITY UPDATE Alinta Energy is developing the Mt Challenger Wind Farm project in the Whitsunday Regional Council area.

Seeking feedback from the community We held a community drop-in session on November 26 to introduce the project and hear your feedback.

Key themes discussed included location, turbine placement, timelines, employment/contracts, transmission, construction impacts, community benefit sharing, and neighbour concerns.

We appreciate the valuable input received and will continue community consultation.

The Mt Challenger Wind Farm project is still in the very early stages of development and we appreciate that planning can seem to be moving very slowly, especially with regards to providing new or revised information.

A summary report is available via mtchallengerwindfarm.com/resources

We will continue to provide the community with project information and updates as preliminary works are completed and work to make sure all voices and views are heard as we develop the project.

We value your participation and the perspectives you have shared. We recognise there are differing viewpoints to the development of the Mt Challenger Wind Farm project and your ongoing input is an important way to help us better understand and work to mitigate potential impacts.

Up to 220 MW Bruce Hwy

Up to 30 turbines Proposed Mt Challenger Wind Farm project sites

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Expected operating life: 30+ years

Powering up to 150,000 homes

Come by for a chat about the project We’ll have a pop-up office at the Proserpine Community Centre on Wednesday 21 January 2026 from 9:00am - 7:00pm.

This will be staffed by members of the project team who are there to provide project information and answer your questions.

Our team is also available if you have any questions, concerns or queries via:

0497 928 036

powertoyou@alintaenergy.com.au

Mt Challenger Wind Farm acknowledges the Gia people of the land on which we propose this project, and also acknowledges the Ngaro, Juru, Jangga, Birrah nations of the surrounding Country. We acknowledge their continuing connections to Country and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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DEATH NOTICES

TRADES AND SERVICES REGISTERED BUILDER

PETERS Tracey Alison 8th December 2025 Passed away at home

Mick Hogan Based locally in Airlie Beach

Extensions • Maintenance • Decks Renovations • General Building Work

Late of Nowra Formerly of Proserpine, QLD

0417 206 649

Beloved mother of Kelsey and Joshua Adored daughter of Graham (dec) & Kay Much loved sister of Vaughan and Dean Very proud Mumma of Savannah and Sawyer Loved by all of her family and friends

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Aged 55 years Tracey's funeral service was held in Nowra City Church McMahons Road, North Nowra on Thursday 18th December 2025 at 11:00am Tracey's service was live-streamed via the Murphy Family Funerals website

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PUBLIC NOTICES

Whitsunday Regional Council - Public Notices & Tenders 19 December 2025

SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES AT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY! Waste Facilities School holidays are here, and we’ve got the kids entertained at DAY DATE Whitsunday Regional Libraries!

From crafting Christmas decorations to making pool noodle Christmas Eve 24 Dec 25 monsters, creating friendship bracelets and enjoying magical Little Christmas Day 25 Dec 25 Library Play sessions, there’s something for everyone.

Boxing Day 26 Dec 25 With fun activities across Bowen, Collinsville, Cannonvale, and 27 Dec 25 Proserpine libraries, it’s the perfect way to spark creativity and beat holiday boredom!

28 Dec 25 Some events require bookings, so don’t forget to book early to 29 Dec 25 secure your spot! For more infomation, contact your local library or 30 Dec 25 visit https://libraries.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au New Year’s COUNCIL FACILITY CLOSURE - CHRISTMAS / NEW YEAR PERIOD Customer Service Centres & Libraries Closing: 4:45pm Friday 19 December 2025 Reopening: 8:15am Monday 5 January 2026 If you require assistance during this time, please call 1300 WRC QLD (1300 972 753) to talk to our after hours team.

Proserpine Entertainment Centre Closed: Christmas Day - Thursday 25th December. Please note in regards to cinema screenings, the Box O ce will open 1 hour prior to the first screening of the day and will close 30 minutes after the last screening.

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Open Daily: 5.30am - 6pm. Public Holidays 12pm - 4pm.

Closed Christmas Day

Bowen Water Park

Open Daily: 8am - 7pm

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Open Daily: 5.30am - 6pm. Public Holidays 12pm - 4pm.

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Proserpine Water Park

Open Mon - Fri: 8am - 6pm, Sat/Sun 9am - 6pm.

Public Holidays 12pm - 4pm. Closed Christmas Day

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Open Mon - Fri: 5.30am - 6pm, Sat/Sun 9am - 6pm.

Public Holidays 12pm - 4pm. Closed Christmas Day

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Open Mon - Sun: 8am - 6pm. Public Holidays 12pm - 4pm.

Closed Christmas Day

Please note that water parks will be closed Tuesday mornings from 8am to 12pm for regular maintenance.

Customer Service Centres: Contact Us: Bowen: 67 Herbert Street Proserpine: 83 - 85 Main Street Phone: 1300 WRC QLD (1300 972 753) Collinsville: Cnr Stanley & Conway Streets Cannonvale: Shop 23, Whitsunday Plaza Email: info@whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au

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Soak up uninterrupted views stretching across the Port of Airlie Marina and The Cove’s luxury homes, with the turquoise waters of the Coral Sea forming the perfect backdrop. From sunrise glows to balmy evenings, this outlook captures the relaxed rhythm Airlie Beach is known for.

FOR SALE: Offers from $659,000 Various floor levels available

Guests and owners enjoy access to resort-style amenities, including a sparkling pool with lounge and bbq areas, and a well-equipped gym. Whether you’re unwinding after a day on the water or soaking in the holiday vibe, these apartments offer effortless returns and a relaxed coastal lifestyle.

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Perfectly located within walking distance of cafés, restaurants, boutique shopping, and the vibrant Airlie waterfront, the property also sits moments from the Cruise Whitsundays ferry terminal, a key drawcard for visitors exploring the Great Barrier Reef and island adventures.

This prime position contributes to the property’s consistently high occupancy and strong returns.

CONTACT: Brad Sobott 0411 236 507 brad@tpsre.com.au CONTACT: Melinda Butcher 0400 773 478 melinda@tpsre.com.au

With seamless on-site management taking care of bookings and maintenance, or the freedom to tailor the space to your lifestyle, these apartments offer a low-stress, high-reward investment in one of Queensland’s most loved destinations.

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e, the Board, extend our deepest appreciation to our generous partners for their continued dedication and commitment to the vision of the Trudy Crowley Cancer Foundation!

To our generous sponsors, your support exceeded all our expectations. From extraordinary gifts of a Ute, for our ambassador to drive, and the miracle of the clubhouse to auction, to one of our beautiful sponsors who provided a patients table the last two years, and for those who sponsored extra seats so more than 10 could come. A heartfelt Thank You.

To all our incredible volunteers whom the doors of our Cancer Centre would not be open, to the two wonderful friends who cook for the support group, you’re are all so treasured in our hearts.

Thank you to our Hard-working nurses who embrace our patients with open arms, and our amazing Councillor who supports those who walks into her room.

To our wonderful Ambassadors who are always shinning the light on the Foundation, and to our Two Patrons who endorse our philosophies, thank you.

To everyone across Mackay and the Whitsundays who donated and stood with us, your support was truly overwhelming!

As we enter this holiday season, we wish all our precious Foundation Family, a time lled with joy, peace and love.

To feel our community standing beside us as a board, believing in our shared vision, means more than words can say.

Merry Christmas, May God bless you all and keep you safe, till we meet again in 2026!

Our Partners

Our Sponsors

DALY BAY Daly Bay isn't just a partner; they're an essential part of our family. Their unwavering commitment to our mission is like the steady tide, always there to support us, and their support has been a beacon of hope for countless cancer patients and their families. Daly Bay is a shining example of a company that truly cares about making a difference in our community.

Murphy Equipment Sales Australia Pty Ltd

What sets Daly Bay apart is their profound personal connection to ovarian cancer. Three of their extraordinary staff members have been directly touched by this challenging disease. One hails from Trudy Crowley's family, another from our Ambassador Bridgeen Doherty's family, and the third from Nurse Rosie's family. This connection has driven Daly Bay to be more than just a sponsor; they're champions in the ght against ovarian cancer.

MURPHY EQUIPMENT SALES AUSTRALIA PTY LTD Murphy Equipment Sales Australia Pty Ltd (MESA) is a local business that was established in 2016 by Aggie and Greg Murphy.

Based in Mackay and the Whitsundays, MESA service the mining industry with earthmoving equipment and parts. Committed to giving back to their community, MESA are also supporters of the Variety Children’s Foundation.

S.H. TAIT & CO MACKAY S.H. Tait & Co Mackay isn’t just a business; it’s a pillar of support, expertise, and unwavering commitment to the Mackay community.

With deep roots in the region, S.H. Tait & Co Mackay has been providing exceptional accounting and nancial services for generations. Their dedicated team of experts offers a wide array of services, from taxation and business advisory to wealth management, ensuring that individuals and businesses thrive nancially.

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Harvey Norman Electrical, Bedding and Furniture

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Norm & Marg Fraser

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IMS Qld

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Amanda Camm MP

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Payne Print

MRC Charity for Bridgeen

Leonie Wood

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Laffo’s Bar & Pizzeria

Pete & Jo Houghton

Jade McAuley

Quarrico Products

McKays RE Mark McGrath

Rose Borg Garden Party

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Dratta Foundation

Vella Family

Carlyle Gardens

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A lifestyle carved from nature, nostalgia, and barefoot luxury This isn’t just a home — it’s a soul-soothing escape where outdoor living takes centre stage and every corner tells a story. From twilight wallaby visits to meals under the trees, it’s Whitsunday living at its most magical.

• Charming 3-bed timber and stone character cottage • Majestic timber & stainless steel kitchen to entertain • Jaw-dropping 11m pool with pergola and lawn • Over 50 varieties of fruit, veg and herbs • Resident wallaby, horses, and 90+ bird species • Creekside firepit with rotisserie for slow evenings

OPEN HOME: 10.45am - 11.15am

FOR SALE: 98 Duval Road, Preston CONTACT: Brad Sobott 0411 236 507 brad@tpsre.com.au

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FOR SALE: 19 Twin Creek Court, Cannonvale CONTACT: Melinda Butcher 0400 773 478 melinda@tpsre.com.au

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FOR SALE: Offers from $499,000 6 Smith Street, Proserpine CONTACT: Lukas Vaid 0439 984 975 lukas@tpsre.com.au

• 2 bedrooms plus sleepout • Polished timber floors and high ceilings • Strong renovation potential with solid foundations • Generous yard with side access and 2-bay open shed • Affordable entry into a high-demand Proserpine market

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The main residence offers 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, complemented by a fully self-contained 2-bedroom granny flat—ideal for extended families or savvy investors seeking strong dual-income potential.

With school pick-up and drop-off points nearby, plus easy access to parks, taverns, boat ramps, and everyday essentials, this home delivers lifestyle and location in one impressive package.

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5.30 Helping Hands.

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 I Fish. 8.30 On The Fly. 9.00 4x4 Adventures. 10.00 My Market Kitchen. 10.30 GCBC. 11.00 Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service. 12.00 Everyday Gourmet. 12.30 Farm To Fork. 1.00 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass.

1.30 The Yes Experiment. 2.00 4x4 Adventures. 3.00 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. 4.00 All 4 Adventure. 5.00 News. 6.00 MOVIE: Dear Santa. (2024) 8.20 Love It Or List It Australia. 9.30 The Dog House.

10.30 Jamie Oliver: Christmas. 11.30 Jamie’s One-Pan Christmas. 12.30 Shopping. 5.00 Hour Of Power.

SUNDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.25 Gardening Australia: Christmas Special. 2.25 Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat: Christmas Special. 3.25 Long Lost Family. 4.15 Extraordinary Escapes: Christmas Special. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 Grand Designs Aust. 7.00 News. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. 8.50 Return To Paradise.

9.50 When The War Is Over. 10.20 War Stories. 10.30 Brush With Fame.

11.00 Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat: Christmas Special. 12.00 Rage Vault Guest Programmer. 3.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.55 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix 4. H’lights.

5.30 Hotel Chocolat At Christmas.

6.30 News. 7.30 Cleopatra: Cracking The Enigma. 8.30 Ken Burns’ The American Revolution. 10.35 Mayhem: Secret Lives Of Georgian Kings. 11.30 Australian Fashion Past, Present, Future. 12.35 Empires Of New York. 3.05 Growing A Greener World. 4.05 Rediscover Victoria.

4.30 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.10 Cricket. The Ashes. Third Test. Aust v England. Afternoon. 2.10 The Ashes: Tea Break. 2.30 Cricket. The Ashes. Third Test. Aust v England.

Evening session. 5.00 7News: Lighting Up Christmas. 5.30 Weekender. 6.00 News. 7.00 Cricket.

BBL. Renegades v Hurricanes. 9.30 Unfiltered: Cricket. 10.00 7NEWS Spotlight. 11.00 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. 12.15 MacGruber. 1.30 Travel Oz. 2.00 Shopping. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute.

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Cross Court. 10.30 GolfBarons. 11.00 Fishing Aust. 11.30 Explore TV. 12.00 Find My Beach House Australia.

12.30 MOVIE: The Most Colorful Time Of The Year. (2022) 2.10 MOVIE: Destination Christmas. (2022) 4.00 Great Getaways. 5.00 News. 5.30 RBT. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 Christmas With Delta. 8.30 MOVIE: Vacation. (2015) 10.30 Red Eye. 11.30 World’s Most Dangerous Prisoners.

12.20 Wild Cards. 1.10 Explore TV. 1.30 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice.

4.30 Garden Gurus. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Mass. 6.30 Key Of David.

7.00 Joseph Prince. 7.30 Start Me Up. 8.00 Intrepid Adventures.

8.30 What’s Up Down Under. 9.00 Australia By Design: Architecture.

9.30 Key Ingredient. 10.00 Farm To Fork. 10.30 The Dog Hospital With Graeme Hall. 11.30 Pooches At Play.

12.00 The Dog Academy. 1.00 Deal Or No Deal. 1.30 Basketball. NBL. JackJumpers v Wildcats. 3.30 Lingo.

4.30 Deal Or No Deal. 5.00 News.

6.00 Dog House Aust. 7.00 Selling Houses Aust. 8.00 The Imposter.

10.00 FBI. 12.00 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

MONDAY

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Nigella’s Christmas Kitchen. 10.00 Take 5. 10.30 Vera. 12.00 News. 1.00 Ningaloo Nyinggulu. 2.00 Death In Paradise. 3.00 QI. 3.30 Nigella Bites. 3.55 Grand Designs NZ. 4.40 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 7.00 News. 7.30 I Was Actually There. 8.00 MOVIE: Songs Inside. (2024) 9.30 MOVIE: Girls Can’t Surf. (2020) 11.15 Creative Types. 11.45 Grand Designs NZ. 12.35 Long Lost Family. 1.20 Rage.

3.30 Parkinson In Australia. 4.35 Gardening Aust. 5.35 Nigella Bites.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Amazon: The Lost World. 3.05 Going Places. 3.45 The Cook Up. 4.15 Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Secrets Of The Tasmanian Tiger. 8.30 Never Mind The Buzzcocks Christmas. 9.25 Jimmy Carr’s I Literally Just Told You. 10.20 The 2010s. 11.50 The Man Who Died. 12.40 Culprits. 2.45 Pagan Peak. 4.30 Growing A Greener World. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. 12.00 MOVIE: Christmas In Pine Valley. (2022) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League.

Match 9. Sydney Thunder v Brisbane Heat.

9.30 Big Bash League Post-Match.

10.00 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 10.30 Highway Cops. (PG) 11.00 Chicago Fire. 12.00 Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. 11.30 9News Morning.

12.00 MOVIE: Just Like A Christmas Movie. (2023) 2.00 Pointless.

3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Travel Guides. (PG) 9.00 MOVIE: Raiders Of The Lost Ark. (1981) (M) 11.20 Sight Unseen. 12.10 Tipping Point. 1.05 Hello SA. 1.30 TV Shop.

2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop.

4.00 Believer’s Voice. 4.30 ACA. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Ent. Tonight. 6.30 GCBC. 7.00 Everyday Gourmet. 7.30 Farm To Fork. 8.00 Bold. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. 9.00 Lingo. 10.00 Ent. Tonight.

10.30 Jamie’s One-Pan Christmas.

11.30 My Market Kitchen. 12.00 Farm To Fork. 12.30 Family Feud.

1.00 Deal Or No Deal. 1.30 MOVIE: The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie.

(2004) 3.30 Lingo. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Bondi Rescue. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal.

7.30 Love It Or List It Australia.

8.40 The Imposter. (M) 10.40 NCIS. 12.30 Stephen Colbert.

1.30 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Killer Whale: Australia’s Megapod. 2.00 Death In Paradise. 3.00 QI. 3.35 Nigella Bites. 4.00 Grand Designs NZ. 4.45 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz Kids.

7.00 News. 7.30 The Piano UK. 8.25 The Piano UK: The Incredibly Talented Lucy. 9.25 The Assembly.

10.55 Escaping Utopia. 11.55 A Country Road: The Nationals. 12.55 Grand Designs NZ. 1.40 Long Lost Family. 2.30 Rage. 3.30 Parkinson In Australia. 4.35 Gardening Aust. 5.35 Nigella Bites.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Darcey Bussell’s Royal Road Trip.

2.55 Such Was Life. 3.05 Going Places. 3.35 Plat Du Tour. 3.40 The Cook Up. 4.10 Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors. 5.05 Jeopardy!

5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Railway Journeys UK. 8.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 9.40 Australia In Colour. 10.40 The 2010s. 11.30 Families Like Ours. 12.30 De Gaulle.

2.30 Nordland 99. 4.30 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. 12.00 MOVIE: Candy Cane Candidate. (2021) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League.

Match 10. Adelaide Strikers v Melbourne Stars.

9.30 Seven’s Cricket: The Spin.

10.15 Ambulance: Code Red. (M) 11.15 Lopez Vs. Lopez. (PG) 12.15 Miniseries: London Spy. 1.30 Travel Oz. 2.00 Home Shopping.

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. 11.30 9News Morning.

12.00 MOVIE: 12 Dares Of Christmas.

(2023) 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. 6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PG) 8.30 Jamie Durie’s Future House.

9.35 Beyond The Build.

10.35 Wild Cards. 11.30 La Brea. 12.15 Tipping Point. 1.05 Cross Court. 1.30 TV Shop. 2.30 Skippy. 3.00 TV Shop.

4.00 Believer’s Voice. 4.30 ACA. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Morning Programs. 7.30 Farm To Fork. 8.00 Bold. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. 9.00 Lingo. 10.00 Ent. Tonight.

10.30 Jamie’s Christmas Shortcuts.

11.30 My Market Kitchen. 12.00 Farm To Fork. 12.30 Family Feud.

1.00 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. 2.00 Taskmaster Australia.

3.00 Deal Or No Deal. 3.30 Lingo.

4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Bondi Rescue. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. 7.30 Dog House Aust. 8.30 MOVIE: The First Wives Club. (1996) 10.35 Mariah Carey: Merry Christmas To All. 12.30 Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Shopping.

4.30 CBS Morning.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 The Piano UK. 1.55 Death In Paradise.

2.55 Would I Lie To You? 3.30 Nigella Bites. 3.55 Grand Designs NZ. 4.40 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 7.00 News. 7.30 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction.

8.10 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. 9.00 QI. 9.30 Would I Lie To You? 10.00 Spicks And Specks. 10.30 Utopia.

11.25 You Can’t Ask That. 12.35 Grand Designs NZ. 1.20 Long Lost Family. 2.10 Rage. 3.30 Parkinson In Australia. 4.35 Gardening Aust. 5.35 Nigella Bites.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.20 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. 1.55 Death In Paradise. 2.55 Would I Lie To You? 3.25 Nigella Bites. 3.50 MOVIE: A Boy Called Christmas.

(2021) 5.30 Royal Carols: Together At Christmas. 6.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 7.00 National News. 7.30 HM The King’s Christmas Message. 7.40 The Royal Variety Performance. 9.40 Portrait Artist Of The Year. 10.25 A (Very) Musical Christmas. 11.55 The Art Of. 12.30 Grand Designs NZ. 1.15 Long Lost Family. 2.00 Rage Christmas Special. 3.20 Parkinson In Australia.

4.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Darcey Bussell’s Royal Road Trip.

2.55 Such Was Life. 3.05 Going Places. 3.35 Plat Du Tour. 3.40 The Cook Up. 4.10 London Zoo At Christmas. 5.05 Jeopardy!

5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Big Fat Quiz Of Everything. 9.05 Rock Legends: Elton John. 9.35 Crime. 10.30 The 2010s. 11.20 Mirusia: Live In Concert. 12.50 Daddy Issues. 4.00 Growing A Greener World. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Darcey Bussell’s Royal Road Trip.

3.05 Going Places. 3.35 Plat Du Tour.

3.40 The Cook Up. 4.10 Christmas Carols From London Coliseum.

5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust.

6.30 News. 7.30 Andrea Bocelli 30: The Celebration. 9.20 Vigil. 10.30 The 2010s. 11.20 Vienna Blood. 12.15 Outlander. 1.35 House Of Promises.

3.20 Growing A Greener World.

4.20 Rediscover Victoria. 4.50 Destination Flavour. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. 12.00 MOVIE: Murder, She Baked: A Plum Pudding Mystery. (2015) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies.

3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 The 1% Club UK. (PG) 8.00 MOVIE: The Holiday. (2006) (M) 10.40 Chicago Fire. (M) 11.40 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. 12.05 MOVIE: The Other Me. (2021) 2.00 Home Shopping.

4.00 Larry The Wonder Pup. 5.30 NBC Today.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Carols In The Domain. 9.30 Alinta Energy Christmas Pageant. 10.30 Mayor’s Christmas Carols. 11.30 St John Ambulance Carols By Candlelight.

2.00 Christmas With The Salvos.

2.30 MOVIE: Last Train To Christmas.

(2021) 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 7News: Lighting Up Christmas.

7.30 MOVIE: Love Actually. (2003) (M) 10.15 MOVIE: Last Christmas. (2019) 12.25 Life. 1.25 Travel Oz. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. 11.30 9News Morning.

12.00 MOVIE: Under The Christmas Sky. (2023) 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. 6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Christmas With Delta.

8.00 Carols By Candlelight. (PG) 11.00 MOVIE: Noel Next Door. (2022) 12.40 Tipping Point. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 2.30 Global Shop.

3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice. 4.30 Christmas In WA. 5.30 Thunderbirds.

6.00 Thunderbirds. 6.30 National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant.

8.30 Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols.

10.30 WIN Symphony Orchestra Special. 11.30 Christmas With Delta.

1.00 Carols By Candlelight. 4.00 MOVIE: Blizzard. (2003) 6.00 9News.

7.00 ACA. 7.30 MOVIE: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.

(1989) 9.30 MOVIE: National Lampoon’s Vacation. (1983) 11.30 The King’s Christmas Message. 11.40 MOVIE: The Jazz Singer. (1980) 1.40 TV Shop. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice. 4.30 GolfBarons. 5.00 ACA. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 Bold. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. 9.00 Lingo. 10.00 Ent. Tonight. 10.30 Jamie’s Cook Ahead Christmas.

11.30 My Market Kitchen. 12.00 Farm To Fork. 12.30 Family Feud.

1.00 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. 2.00 Taskmaster Australia.

3.00 Deal Or No Deal. 3.30 Lingo.

4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Bondi Rescue. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. 7.30 Airport 24/7. 8.30 The Cheap Seats.

9.30 MOVIE: Patriot Games. (1992) 11.50 Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Hour Of Power Christmas Eve Special. 2.00 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

6.00 Jamie Oliver: Christmas. 7.00 Jamie’s One-Pan Christmas. 8.00 MTV Greatest Christmas Hits. 12.30 The Graham Norton Show. 1.30 Dog House. 2.30 Living Room. 3.45 The King’s Christmas Message. 4.00 Bondi Rescue. 4.30 Deal Or No Deal. 5.00 News. 6.00 The King’s Christmas Message. 6.15 The Dog House. 7.15 The Graham Norton Show.

8.30 MOVIE: The Lost City. (2022) (M) 10.45 Stephen Colbert. 11.35 Mariah Carey: Merry Christmas To All. 1.30 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

THURSDAY

WEDNESDAY

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7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R) 8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? (R) 8.25 My Adventures With Superman. (PG) 8.45 Robot Wars: Battle Of The Stars. (R) 9.45 Merlin. (PG, R) 10.30 Officially Amazing.

(PG, R) 11.00 Deadly 60. (R) 11.30 Dragon Ball Super.

(PG, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Wildlife ER. (PG, R) 8.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 9.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 11.30 Wildlife ER. (PG, R) 12.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. (PG, R) 2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R) 6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Road Wars. (M) 8.30 Movie: Monty Python’s The Meaning Of Life. (1983) (M, R) 10.50 Movie: Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo. (2005) (MA15+, R) 12.35 Storage Wars.

(PG, R)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. (R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow.

(R) 7.30 Antiques Downunder.

8.30 Movie: A View To A Kill. (1985) (M, R) 11.10 The Equalizer. (M, R) 12.10 Shakespeare And Hathaway. (PG, R) 1.10 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 9.25 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 The Hunt For The Family Court Killer.

(M, R) 11.20 Blue Bloods. (M, R) 12.15 48 Hours. (M) 1.15 48 Hours. (M)

6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R) 6.30 Friends. (PG, R) 7.00 Friends. (PG, R) 7.30 Movie: Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among Thieves. (2023) (M, R) 10.10 Becker. (PG, R) 10.35 Frasier. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 11.30 Ridiculousness.

(M, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

5.40pm If You Are The One. (PG) 6.40 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 The Count Of Monte Cristo. (M) 9.35 Secrets Of The Female Orgasm.

(MA15+, R) 10.30 Homeland. (M, R) 12.40 Letterkenny. (M, R) 1.40 The Bloody Decade.

(MA15+, R)

FRIDAY

7.30pm Merry Madagascar. (R) 8.00 Kung Fu Panda Holiday. (R) 8.25 Chopped Junior. (R) 9.10 Fresh Off The Boat.

(PG, R) 9.50 Abbott Elementary.

(PG, R) 10.10 Speechless. (PG, R) 10.35 Dragon Ball Super.

(PG, R) 11.00 Officially Amazing.

(PG, R)

6.00pm Dog Patrol.

(PG, R) 6.30 Bondi Vet. (PG, R) 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R) 8.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 11.30 Heathrow. (PG, R) 12.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R) 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. (PG, R) 2.00 Medical Emergency.

(PG, R)

6.00pm Pawn Stars.

(PG, R) 6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.00 Storage Wars. (PG) 7.30 Movie: 47 Ronin.

(2013) (M, R) 9.50 Movie: Dante’s Peak. (1997) (PG, R) 12.10 Storage Wars.

(PG, R) 1.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 2.00 Desert Collectors.

(M, R)

5.50pm Movie: A Perfect Christmas. (2016) (PG) Susie Abromeit.

7.30 Death In Paradise.

(M, R) 8.30 Movie: The Living Daylights. (1987) (PG, R) Timothy Dalton, Maryam d’Abo, Jeroen Krabbé.

11.10 The Equalizer. (M, R) 12.10 Movie: Blood From The Mummy’s Tomb.

(1971) (M, R)

6.00pm Football Tonight.

6.35 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 9.

Melbourne City v Melbourne Victory.

9.00 NCIS. (M, R) 10.00 NCIS. (M, R) 10.55 NCIS. (M, R) 11.50 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M, R) 12.45 48 Hours. (M) 1.45 48 Hours. (M)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.20 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.45 The Big Bang Theory. (M, R) 10.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 11.00 Ridiculousness.

(PG, R) 12.00 South Park. (M, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 1.30 South Park. (M, R)

6.05pm Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.35 Inside Legoland: A World Of Wonder. (PG) 7.35 Impossible Engineering. (R) 8.30 Icons Unearthed: Fast & Furious. (PG) 9.25 Icons Unearthed: Fast & Furious. (PG) 10.20 Snowpiercer. (M) 12.10 Letterkenny. (M, R) 1.50 The Bloody Decade.

(MA15+, R)

SATURDAY

7.30pm Movie: Paddington. (2014) (G, R) 9.00 A (Very) Musical Christmas. (R) 10.30 Fresh Off The Boat.

(PG, R) 11.15 Abbott Elementary.

(PG, R) 11.55 Miraculous: Tales Of Ladybug And Cat Noir.

(PG, R) 1.45am The Next Step. (R)

6.00pm Escape To The Country. (R) 7.00 Greatest Escapes To The Country. (R) 7.45 Mrs Brown’s Boys.

(M, R) 8.30 Vera. (M, R) 10.30 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R) 12.30 Harry’s Practice. (R) 1.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 2.00 Vera. (M, R)

6.00pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 8.

Melbourne Renegades v Hobart Hurricanes.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line.

(PG, R) 8.30 Movie: 1917. (2019) (MA15+, R) 10.45 Movie: 71. (2014) (MA15+, R) 12.55 Blokesworld. (PG, R) 1.30 Counting Cars.

(PG, R)

3.45pm Movie: The Train.

(1964) (PG, R) 6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG, R) 7.00 M*A*S*H. (PG, R) 7.30 M*A*S*H. (PG, R) 8.00 M*A*S*H. (PG, R) 8.30 Movie: Licence To Kill. (1989) (M, R) Timothy Dalton, Carey Lowell, Robert Davi.

11.15 Mrs Sidhu Investigates. (M, R) 1.15 Movie: Sabata. (1969) (PG, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 9.25 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 Blue Bloods. (M, R) 11.15 Blue Bloods. (M, R) 12.15 48 Hours. (M) 1.15 Home Shopping. (R) 1.45 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.20 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.45 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.35 Frasier. (PG, R) 10.30 Ridiculousness.

(PG, R) 11.30 South Park. (M, R) 12.30 Home Shopping.

(R) 1.30 South Park. (M, R)

5.45pm Icons Unearthed: The Lord Of The Rings.

(PG, R) 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. (PG, R) 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. (M, R) 8.30 Miracles.

9.50 Liaison. (M) 10.50 Myths: The Greatest Mysteries Of Humanity. (M, R) 12.50 Am I Being Unreasonable? (M, R)

SUNDAY

7.35pm Ninjago: Dragons Rising. (PG) 8.00 Operation Ouch!

(PG, R) 8.30 TKO: Total Knock Out. (PG) 9.15 The Crystal Maze. (R) 10.00 Merlin. (PG, R) 10.45 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R) 11.10 Officially Amazing.

(PG, R) 11.40 Operation Ouch! (R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R) 8.30 Endeavour. (M, R) 10.30 Air Crash Investigations: The Accident Files. (PG, R) 11.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R) 12.30 Bargain Hunt. (R) 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. (PG, R) 2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)

6.00pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 9. Sydney Thunder v Brisbane Heat.

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Outback Opal Hunters. (PG, R) 9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. (M, R) 10.30 The Mightiest.

(PG, R) 11.30 Engineering Disasters. (PG, R)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. (R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow.

(R) 7.30 Death In Paradise.

(M, R) 8.40 Movie: GoldenEye. (1995) (PG, R) 11.20 Shakespeare And Hathaway. (PG, R) 12.20 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.50 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 Blue Bloods. (M, R) 9.25 Blue Bloods. (M, R) 10.20 Fire Country. (M, R) 11.20 Fire Country. (M, R) 12.15 48 Hours. (M) 1.15 Home Shopping. (R) 1.45 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R) 6.30 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.00 Becker. (PG, R) 10.30 Frasier. (PG, R) 11.30 Ridiculousness.

(MA15+) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

5.45pm Travel Man: 96 Hours In Iceland. (PG, R) 6.40 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 I Am Luke Perry.

10.05 The Billionaires Who Made Our World.

(M, R) 11.05 Question Team.

(M, R) 11.55 Django. (MA15+, R) 12.55 Love Around The World. (M, R)

MONDAY

7.35pm Ninjago: Dragons Rising. (PG) 8.00 Operation Ouch!

(PG, R) 8.30 Animals Up Close With Bertie Gregory. (R) 9.10 Super Shark Highway. (R) 10.00 Merlin. (PG, R) 10.45 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R) 11.10 Officially Amazing.

(PG, R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Call The Midwife.

(M, R) 8.45 Judge John Deed.

(M, R) 10.45 Miniseries: Without Sin. (M, R) 11.45 Bargain Hunt. (R) 12.45 Room For Improvement. (R) 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. (PG, R)

6.00pm Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 10. Adelaide Strikers v Melbourne Stars.

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Outback Truckers.

(PG, R) 9.30 Railroad Australia.

(PG, R) 10.30 Ice Road Truckers.

(M, R) 12.30 Storage Wars.

(PG, R)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. (R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow.

(R) 7.30 New Tricks. (M, R) 8.40 Movie: Tomorrow Never Dies. (1997) (M, R) 11.05 Major Crimes. (M, R) 12.05 Shakespeare And Hathaway. (PG, R) 1.05 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R) 1.35 Movie: My Brother Jonathan. (1948) (G, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M, R) 9.25 Law & Order: SVU. (MA15+, R) 10.20 Fire Country. (M, R) 11.20 Fire Country. (M, R) 12.15 48 Hours. (M) 1.15 Home Shopping. (R) 1.45 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R) 6.30 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (M, R) 9.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.00 Becker. (PG, R) 10.30 Frasier. (PG, R) 11.30 Ridiculousness. (M) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

5.45pm Travel Man: 96 Hours In Jordan. (PG, R) 6.40 Jeopardy! (R) 7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Our Guy In Vietnam.

9.25 Our Guy In Vietnam.

10.20 Hoarders. (M, R) 11.15 Dark Side Of The Ring. (MA15+) 12.10 Bad Education.

(M, R) 1.20 Count Abdulla. (M, R)

TUESDAY

7.35pm Ninjago: Dragons Rising. (PG) 8.00 Merry Madagascar.

(R) 8.25 Movie: The Night Before Christmas In Wonderland. (2024) (G, R) 9.45 A (Very) Musical Christmas. (R) 11.20 Abbott Elementary.

(PG, R) 12.00am Malory Towers.

(R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Heartbeat. (PG, R) 8.45 Inspector George Gently. (M, R) 10.45 Charles: The Monarch And The Man. (PG, R) 11.45 Bargain Hunt. (R) 12.45 Room For Improvement. (R) 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. (PG, R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R) 6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Highway Patrol.

(PG, R) 8.30 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, R) 9.30 Caught On Dashcam Holiday Specials. (PG) 10.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. (M, R) 11.30 Live PD Presents: PD Cam. (MA15+)

5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. (R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow.

(R) 7.30 Keeping Up Appearances. (PG, R) 8.40 Movie: The World Is Not Enough. (1999) (M, R) 11.15 How We Celebrate.

(PG) 12.15 Shakespeare And Hathaway. (PG, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M, R) 9.25 Law & Order: SVU. (M, R) 10.20 Fire Country. (M, R) 11.20 Fire Country. (M, R) 12.15 48 Hours. (M, R) 1.15 Home Shopping. (R) 1.45 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R) 6.30 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.00 Becker. (PG, R) 10.30 Frasier. (PG, R) 11.30 Ridiculousness.

(PG, R) 12.30 Home Shopping.

(R)

5.45pm Travel Man: Jon Hamm In Hong Kong.

(PG, R) 6.40 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (M) 9.20 Movie: Gremlins.

(1984) (M, R) 11.20 Tis The Season: The Holidays On Screen.

(M, R)

WEDNESDAY

7.35pm Ninjago: Dragons Rising. (PG) 8.00 Wallace And Gromit: A Grand Day Out. (R) 8.20 Wallace And Gromit: The Wrong Trousers.

(R) 8.50 Wallace And Gromit: A Close Shave. (R) 9.20 Wallace And Gromit: A Matter Of Loaf And Death. (R)

5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Father Brown. (M, R) 8.30 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. (M, R) 10.30 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R) 11.30 Father Brown. (M, R) 12.30 Bargain Hunt. (R) 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. (PG, R) 2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)

5.30pm American Pickers. (PG, R) 6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 American Pickers.

(PG) 8.30 Movie: Ghost Rider.

(2007) (M, R) Nicolas Cage, Eva Mendes, Wes Bentley.

10.45 Movie: Anaconda.

(1997) (M, R) 12.40 American Pickers.

(PG, R) 2.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R)

4.30pm Poirot. (PG, R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow.

(R) 7.30 Clarkson’s Farm.

(M, R) 8.30 Movie: Die Another Day. (2002) (M, R) Pierce Brosnan, Halle Berry.

11.10 Major Crimes. (M, R) 12.10 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (M, R) 1.10 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R) 1.40 Poirot. (PG, R)

5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M, R) 9.25 Law & Order: SVU. (M, R) 10.20 Fire Country. (M, R) 11.20 Fire Country. (PG, R) 12.15 48 Hours. (M, R) 1.15 Home Shopping. (R) 1.45 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R) 6.30 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.30 Becker. (PG, R) 10.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 11.00 Ridiculousness.

(PG, R) 12.00 Home Shopping.

(R)

5.45pm Travel Man: Rebel Wilson In Florence. (PG, R) 6.40 Jeopardy! (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 8.30 History’s Greatest Mysteries. (M) 10.10 The UnXplained With William Shatner.

(PG) 11.00 Homicide: Life On The Street. (M, R)

THURSDAY