Tourism Whitsunday CEO Tim Booth, Chair of Tourism Whitsundays Julie Telford, Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor Ry Collins, Manager of Bowen Tourism and Business Leanne Abernethy, and Bowen Tourism and Business Visitor Services Coordinator Glenn Womal. Photo supplied
Airlie Beach has won Bronze in the Small Top Tourism Town category at the Australian Top Tourism Town Awards in Canberra on Wednesday 3 September. is is a huge award on the national scale and Bowen was also a nominee for the Top Tourism Town. Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor was in Canberra for the announcement and said he was incredibly proud to see Airlie Beach recognised as the third best Small Tourism Town in the nation at the 2025 Australian Top Tourism Town Awards.
“ is award is more than just a trophy as it re ects the passion, creativity and sheer determination of our local tourism operators, businesses, community groups and residents who all play their part in making Airlie Beach the vibrant and welcoming place it is today,” he said.
“What makes today even more spe cial is that the Whitsundays was the only region in Australia to have two towns named as national nalists.”the more, the merrier.”
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Ruth’s Recap
Hi Everyone!
I’m back from my travels around Western Australia and the Northern Territory and I’m excited to get stuck in again.
e trip was nothing short of incredible. ere were plenty of long drives, but even more unforgettable views, gorges, towns and people. I feel so grateful to have had the chance to see more of this beautiful country and to experience a true Aussie road trip.
Along the way I picked up plenty of travel stories, tips and advice that I can’t wait to share in Ruth2Reef as well as in Tripping, our travel magazine that comes out every two months.
One highlight that stood out for me was Ningaloo Reef. e colours there are
the complete opposite of the Great Barrier Reef yet just as breathtaking. While snorkelling I had the chance to swim alongside two sharks and a pair of humpback whales, and I was surrounded by schools of vibrant sh. It was an experience I’ll never forget.
Another lesson I took from my trip was the importance of slowing down and living in the moment. It’s so easy to get caught up in work, stress and day-to-day worries, but spending time in nature without phone signal, reminded me how valuable it is to simply switch o and be present.
Ruth
“Happiness is not something you postpone for the future; it is something you design for the present.” - Jim Rohn
MEALS, SMILES, AND COMMUNITY SPIRIT IN BOWEN
In the spirit of community connection, Bowen Meals on Wheels received some extra helping hands this week as part of National Meals on Wheels Day.
Whitsundays Regional Council Mayor Ry Collins, Councillors Michelle Wright (Deputy Mayor, Whitsunday Regional Council), John Finlay (Division 6) joined Christine and the rest of the Bowen Meals on Wheels team to assist with meal deliveries across town.
e group spent the day delivering warm meals, friendly smiles, and cheerful conver-
sations to local seniors — including Mrs Rodgers, who was delighted to catch up a er missing the Bowen State School anniversary last weekend. e initiative highlighted the incredible contribution of Meals on Wheels volunteers, who dedicate their time to ensuring older residents remain connected, supported, and cared for.
With heartfelt thanks extended to the Bowen Meals on Wheels team, the day was a reminder of the power of community spirit and the importance of looking a er one another.
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Mayor and Councillors join Meals on Wheels volunteers for the day. Photo supplied
WHITSUNDAYS REPRESENT AT NATIONAL AWARDS
Region Once Again Is Proven As World-Class
Whitsunday Regional Coun-
cil Mayor Ry Collins said the Whitsundays success at the Australian Top Tourism Town Awards once again proves that the Whitsundays is a world-class tourism destination.
“From Bowen’s pristine beaches and rich history to Airlie’s gateway to the islands and the Heart of the Great Barrier Reef, our region o ers experiences that are unrivalled anywhere in the world,” said Mayor Collins.
“To our operators, volunteers, community champions, and the many locals who welcome visitors with open arms, this is a victory for every person who calls the Whitsundays home.
“Together we are building a reputation second to none, and as we head full steam towards hosting sailing at the 2032 Olympic Games, these awards prove that the Whitsundays is not just competing with the best in Australia but proudly leading the way.”
Tourism Whitsundays CEO Tim Booth said it was a huge honour to end up with two towns listed as nalists to represent Queensland.
“With both Bowen for the top tourism
town as a nalist, and then Airlie Beach winning bronze for the small tourism town is incredible outcome for the region. I’m very very proud,” he said.
“Bowen is going through a fair bit of growth at the moment with the potential of space tourism coming to Queensland, which is really, really exciting.
“We’re seeing the biggest use of the Great Barrier Reef Marine, with about 130,000 more visitors than any other region along the Great Barrier Reef going out from Airlie Beach, which is incredible.”
region. e more that we can continue to grow it, the more economic success all of our businesses will have.”
FIRE BESIDE SHUTE HARBOUR ROAD
At around midday on Sunday 31 August the Queensland Fire Department were made aware of a re near Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach.
A smoke issue was given but Queensland Fire Department announced on Facebook that no properties were at risk, but the smoke should be avoided.
“ is award is very important to towns like Airlie beach and Bowen from an economic prospect.
“In Airle Beach, one in two jobs is in the tourism industry, so it’s incredibly important. It’s a fabric of our town and part of the
Tourism Whitsunday CEO Tim Booth also said with the Skyway Project they expect to see more and more growth in the region, in particular Airlie Beach and he and the Tourism Whitsunday team look forward to next year’s awards with Gold in their sights.
“Stay inside and close windows and doors as smoke could be harmful.” Was the advice given on the Facebook page.
A Queensland Fire Department spokesperson con rmed the re was put out at around 4:05pm on Sunday 31 August.
Queensland was represented at the Australian Top Tourism Town Awards. Photo sourced: Facebook
e re attracted attention on several Facebook groups. Photo source: Facebook
Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue Desperately
Seeks Foster Carers
Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue is urging for more foster carers to step forward.
Unfortunately, they have been le in the position where they have been turning away animals.
With every foster home already full, the rescue centre is struggling to keep up with desperate requests even for animals facing euthanasia.
e rescue centre covers vet work, food, and ongoing support, while foster carers provide love, safety, and a temporary home. Every time someone fosters, it means one more dog or cat doesn’t have to be turned away.
tends from Mackay to Townsville and west to Majors Creek.
Celebrating Excellence At Bowen Gumlu Growers Gala Dinner
The Bowen Gumlu Growers Gala Dinner and Awards was held last weekend, bringing together the people who power the region’s vital agricultural industry. Among those in attendance were Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor Ry Collins and his wife Mel, who joined local growers, industry leaders and special guests for an evening of recognition and celebration.
e event highlighted the hard work, innovation, and commitment of the farming community, with several individuals and businesses acknowledged for their outstanding contributions. Winners included Stackelroth Farms, who received the Community Stewardship Award proudly sponsored by Whitsunday Regional Council;
Rowan Munro, awarded Emerging Leader; Chris Monsour, recipient of the Agtech Impact Award; Vee Jay’s Kalfresh, named Farming Business of the Year; and Leanne Born, honoured with the prestigious Lifetime Recognition Award.
Guests also heard from guest speaker and MC Shane Webcke, along with Assistant Minister for Primary Industries and Water, Sean Dillon MP. BGGA CEO Jenn Honnery shared exciting updates on the association’s evolution and its refreshed brand identity as North Queensland Farmers.
e evening was a resounding success, with thanks extended to President Carl Walker, Jenn, Gill, sponsors, and all involved for shining a spotlight on agriculture’s central role in the community.
Carers don’t need to commit forever. It can be short or long term, and the network ex-
To nd out more or apply to foster, message the Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue Facebook page today.
Mayor Ry Collins standing with some of the winners on the night
Celebrating the agricultural industry at the Bowen Gumlu Growers Gala Dinner and Awards
Mounted Police Deployed In Airlie Beach
Last weekend the Queensland Police force deployed two horses to the streets of Airlie Beach.
Sergeant (Sgt) Ben Bassingthwaighte said the Brisbane based Queensland Mounted Police unit were in Airlie Beach and the surrounding areas in relation to high visibility controls, with the main focus of being visible in the community and being able to o er support.
“Horses are still relevant, even amongst modern technology, in that they’re highly visible,” he said.
“ ey’re there to provide safety for the community. ey make the community feel safe.
“ ey are a very good connector for the community as well, the community really get a buzz out of seeing the horses. But they’re also a great deterrent as far as crime.
“ ere are two sides to the same coin as far as their capability. So, they do attract people to come up and say hello. We’re attracting a lot of community engagement, explaining why we’re there, explaining community safety messaging and things like that.
“So they’re great in that regard, but they’re also a great deterrent.
“ ey can do the work of about four o -
cers, particularly in crowded districts like here at Airlie Beach on Friday and Saturday night, which is supporting the police operations for the next two days; they provide a great presence in that regard.
Sgt Bassingthwaighte also said that patrol o cers are commonly not seen, but having Police on main streets are highly bene cial.
“Most of our work is supporting frontline. 90% of our work is doing proactive control and supporting events to help police events and things of that nature, and that’s why we’re here today.”
Inspector Glenn Cameron said the main message Queensland Police wanted to convey is that the Police are part of the community.
“We want to get out there and engage with the community and make the community feel safe,” he said.
Availability of the Queensland Mounted Police unit varies but Inspector Glenn Cameron hopes it becomes a more regular deployment.
Sergeant Ben Bassingthwaighte and Lance Sergeant Ben Bassingthwaighte and Lance, with Constable Debbie Brunt ett and Karma.
Photo credit: Daniel Heggie
King Super King
Council Refuse Mini Golf Dinosaur Activity Centre In Airlie
At the Whitsunday Regional Council Ordinary Meeting on Wednesday 27th August Mayor Ry Collins and Councillors voted 5–2 against the proposed Dinosaur Activity Centre development in Airlie Beach.
Mayor Ry Collins said the proposed mini golf activity was refused for a variety of reasons, including aesthetic, parking concerns, and a community petition that was heard by council.
“We all want to see new land-based activities come into Airlie Beach that give locals and visitors something fun to do, but
this proposal just wasn’t the right t,” he explained.
“ e design didn’t sit well with the tropical look and feel of the Main Street, and with no car parking included it would have added to the pressure we’re already seeing in town.
“We also heard from the community loud and clear, with more than 20 submissions and a petition of over 500 signatures raising concerns about the visual impact and location.
“Councillors listened, and those issues were a big part of why the proposal wasn’t supported.
“Council is always open to new ideas that bring something fresh to Airlie, but they need to add to the character of the Main Street and make the most of the tropical setting we’ve got here.”
e entity which proposed the development kindly stated it would prefer not to comment.
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Born and raised in the Burdekin, Meagan Morris from MortgageWorks brings over 20 years of experience in banking and lending. She understands what makes North Queensland tick and how that a ects local lending. With clients across Australia, her focus remains on helping the north navigate complexnance needs with clarity and care.
“Finance isn’t one-size- ts-all,” Meagan said.
“My job is to help clients ne tune their nancial strategy in a way that suits them.
“I work closely with accountants, solicitors and nancial planners across all states and this network helps me ensure that the clients receive neutral information.”
A large proportion of the northern population work in seasonal industries, with around 50–60% as PAYG employees and 30–40% self-employed, o en in trades or small businesses.
Meagan works across four key areas: property nance, re nancing, rst home buying, and lending for renovations or refurbishments.
Properties like kit homes, stump houses or those in cyclone-prone areas o en fall outside preferred lender postcodes. Meagan matches clients with lenders who under-
stand local risks and property types.
For rst home buyers, she o ers guidance on state grants and family guarantee strategies. Meagan also helps young people enter the market without paying lenders mortgage insurance.
Re nancing is o en overlooked. Meagan explained that clients may be on the wrong structure or have had changes to their circumstances, and that re nancing can be a perfect reset. “I recently helped a client consolidate six loans into three, saving them over $300,000 in potential interest,” she said.
Renovation lending is also growing. “More people are choosing to upgrade their existing home rather than move. at might mean funding for extensions, kitchens or structural changes, each with di erent lending requirements.”
Meagan Morris can help you with a variety of complex nance needs. Photo supplied
e proposed Dinosaur Activity Centre on Main Street has been voted against. Photo sourced: Whitsunday Regional Council August Meeting
Rare Elevated Homesites Selling At Airlie Summit
A rare opportunity is now on the market,
sweeping views of the
With premium coastal land across the Whitsundays becoming increasingly scarce, buyers are turning their attention to Airlie Summit, one of the region’s last elevated masterplanned communities o ering sweeping ocean views and a rare chance to build in a blue-chip location.
e Panorama Release, nestled within Alder’s $60 million hillside community, has already attracted strong interest from buyers seeking elevated coastal land. e release comprises just 13 premium homesites, ranging from 616sqm to 898sqm and priced
from $495,000, each o ering sweeping vistas over Coral Sea Marina, Port of Airlie Marina, Pioneer Bay and across to the Whitsunday Islands — all from a vantage point 200 metres above sea level and just minutes from the Airlie Beach town centre.
Alder’s General Manager of Development, Frank Galvin, said the release had generated strong enquiry from both local and interstate markets, drawn by the scarcity of elevated land and the lifestyle on o er.
“Whether you’re planning your forever home, investing in a growing market, or seeking a holiday retreat with strong letting potential, the Panorama Release delivers,” Mr Galvin said.
“ is is one of the last signi cant elevated land holdings in the region, and with availability tightening and demand growing, it’s an ideal time to secure a slice of paradise. Buyers also have the opportunity to bene t from strong long-term growth potential in one of the Whitsundays’ most prestigious coastal addresses.”
Adding to the opportunity, Alder has also introduced the Luxe Design Collection – an exclusive
suite of home concepts created by specialist tropical designers. Each design has been tailored to the site’s hillside topography, maximising views and privacy while embracing natural light, sea breezes, and seamless indoor–outdoor living. e concepts also optimise air ow, level outdoor entertaining areas designed to optimise the unmatched views creating a bespoke lifestyle environment that is unique to Airlie Summit.
“ e Luxe Design Collection provides buyers with a clear vision of what’s possible at Airlie Summit,” Mr Galvin said. “It allows people to imagine a home that not only ts the landscape but celebrates it, while o ering the exibility to work directly with designers to tailor the home to their personal needs and lifestyle.”
Alder has recently opened a new on-site Sales Suite, o ering an immersive introduction to the community. e centre features an interactive digital masterplan and showcases the Luxe Design Collection – all set against what is already being hailed as “the best views of any sales o ce in Australia.”
For more information or to book an appointment, visit airliesummit.com.au.
Contributed with thanks to Alder
Alder’s home range
Airlie Summit is one of the region’s last elevated communities Photos supplied
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Bendigo Community Bank
Your Community Bank: Investing In The Whitsundays
Bendigo Community Bank Cannonvale-Proserpine is excited to announce the appointment of Amanda Anderson as its new Branch Manager.
As part of Bendigo Bank — Australia’s most trusted bank — Community Bank Cannonvale–Proserpine delivers the products, technology and security of a big bank while staying true to what matters most: personalised service and reinvesting pro ts back into our community.
Unlike many nancial institutions, we are independently owned and operated with one clear mission — to support the Whitsundays. Over the past seven years, we’ve proudly contributed more than $249,000 into local schools, social programs, sporting clubs, arts and culture, conservation initiatives and community prizes.
Local Banking, Full Service
Led by Branch Manager Amanda Anderson, our branch o ers the full suite of personal, business and wealth services. We’re open Monday to Friday, 9:30am–4:00pm (closed 1:00–2:00pm), with face-to-face service from experienced lenders and bankers who understand local needs. Our services include:
Personal banking: home loans, everyday and savings accounts, credit cards, general and travel insurance.
Business banking: agribusiness,nance, insurance, overdra s, property purchases, construction loans, renancing and equipment nance.
Wealth services: nancial advice, share trading and managed funds.
Meet Our New Team Members
e Cannonvale–Proserpine branch recently welcomed two new faces, both proud locals with deep roots in the Whitsundays.
Jade, Customer Service O cer, shared: “I grew up here in the Whitsundays and went through the Proserpine schools, so this region will always be home.
A er nine years living and working in New South Wales, I returned at the end of 2023 because I missed the sense of community, the familiar faces and the lifestyle you can only nd here. Working with Bendigo Bank gives me the chance to be more involved in our community, and I’m proud knowing my work makes a di erence right here at home.”
Kylie, Customer Relationship O cer, added:
“I feel blessed to be a h-generation local and to have grown up in such a beautiful part of the world. A er living in England, Switzerland and most recently Moranbah, nothing compares to being back in the Whitsundays raising my three children. What I love about working with the Community Bank is knowing we genuinely support locals — it makes every day at work more rewarding.”
Backing Local Business
Community Bank Cannonvale–Proserpine is also passionate about supporting local enterprise. We’re proud to provide dedicated business banking expertise through Luke Sheppard, Senior Business Relationship Manager for North Central Queensland and Cairns, who regularly visits Cannonvale and Airlie Beach to meet with business owners face-to-face.
In 2025, we sponsored the Whitsunday Business Conference, hosting more than 70 companies, and we are honoured to be the Principal Partner of the 2025 Whitsunday Business Awards — celebrating the innovation, excellence and resilience of the region’s business community.
Your Town. Your Bank.
When you bank with us, you’re helping build a stronger Whitsundays.
Visit Amanda and the team at Whitsunday Plaza Cannonvale Call (07) 4948 3599
It has been a big few weeks for Bowen, with our community well and truly kicking goals on both the agriculture and tourism fronts. Two very di erent but equally important parts of our economy have been in the spotlight and both have done us proud.
Last weekend I attended the Bowen Gumlu Growers Gala Dinner and Awards, a fantastic celebration of the people who drive our agriculture industry.
It was a great opportunity to spend time with many of our Whitsunday region’s leading growers, and to hear from special guests including Assistant Minister for Primary Industries and Water, Sean Dillon MP, and the evening’s MC and guest speaker, Shane Webcke.
e awards were a highlight, recognising outstanding contributions across the industry. A special mention to Leanne Born, who received the Lifetime Recognition Award.
Congratulations to all the winners and nalists. Your dedication, innovation and resilience keep our industry strong and ensure Bowen and the Whitsundays remain leaders in agriculture.
It was also exciting to hear from BGGA CEO Jenn Honnery about the association’s evolution, including the launch of their refreshed brand, North Queensland Farmers which is an exciting step forward.
When it comes to recycling, keeping it loose makes all the di erence. Bagged recycling can’t be properly sorted at recycling facilities; in fact, it can damage the sorting equipment and can sometimes mean the whole load is sent straight to land ll.
By placing your hard plastics, steel, aluminium, glass, paper and cardboard loose in the yellow bin, you’re helping
On the tourism front, I am
equally proud to share that Bowen was named Visitor Information Centre of the Year in the Local Tourism Organisation category at the annual Queensland Information Centres Association conference recently.
is recognition is all about the incredible team of sta and volunteers who make the Bowen Visitor Information Centre such a welcoming place for visitors.
ey are the friendly faces who greet travellers, share their knowledge, and showcase everything our region has to o er. eir passion and pride for Bowen and the Whitsundays shines through every day whether it be pointing visitors to our stunning beaches or sharing our rich history and community spirit.
With both agriculture and tourism recognised over the past week, it’s clear Bowen is kicking goals right across the board.
ese achievements highlight the strength, diversity and resilience of our industries and the dedication of the people who make it all possible.
Most importantly, they show how Bowen is playing its part in making the Whitsunday region a great place to invest, live, work and visit.
make sure these items get recycled into useful new products, like park benches and planter boxes.
Keeping your recycling loose is a simple step that has a big impact. For more information, search for Let’s Get it Sorted on Council’s website.
L-R: Jade, Branch Manager Amanda, Natasha, and Kylie. Photo credit: Danile Heggie/Mackay and Whitsunday Life
Whitsundays Tourism Is Leading The Way In Eco Innovation
Tourism Whitsundays is proud to showcase local operators leading by example in environmental responsibility, proving that world-class experiences and conservation go hand in hand.
Over at Daydream Island Resort and Living Reef, the Living Reef team is literally growing the future. eir coral restoration program sees new life planted into Lovers Cove, where guests can snorkel among thriving reefs they’ve helped create.
Wings Sailing Charters has earned Advanced Eco certi cation, ensuring every sailing adventure has minimal environment impact, while Portland Roads has gone above and beyond with Advanced Ecotourism, Climate Action Business and Carbon Positive certi cations, plus Recognition of Culture certi cation.
e sustainability story extends beyond the water. Zambrero is tackling food waste with Biopak packaging and their incredible Plate 4 Plate program – every meal sold triggers a donation to vulnerable communities through Foodbank Australia and Rise Against Hunger. ey’re also supporting Love Mercy’s Cents for Seeds Project.
Waterview Airlie Beach contributes to
about surveying the Daydream Island reefs. Photo supplied
Soap Aid, recycling discarded hotel soap into hygiene bars for communities in need, while Magnums Accommodation makes an impact through recycling stations, energy-e cient lighting and promoting eco-conscious tours.
ese initiatives show that protecting our stunning region while creating unforgettable experiences isn’t just possible, it’s happening right here in our community.
Contributed with thanks to Rosanagh Gallivan, PR & Social Media Manager, Tourism Whitsundays
Coral Sea Marina Gardens Hosts Annual Colour Fun Run
Get ready for a splash of colour and community fun at the Coral Sea Marina annual Colour Fun Run on Saturday, 13 September, as part of Queensland Child Protection Week 2025. Organised by Whitsunday Counselling & Support (WC&S), this free, action-packed event at the Marina Gardens from 9am to 12pm promises a morning full of laughter, family activities, and vibrant festivities.
their lives and adults to take an active role in supporting them.”
e event will feature community organisations including the Department of Child Safety, Headspace, PCYC, Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre, and local Emergency Services.
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Participants can enjoy live music, face painting, a sausage sizzle, kid-friendly games, and the iconic colourful ‘fun run’ itself. e event is designed to bring the community together while promoting the vital message that every child deserves to grow up safe, supported, and loved, and that protecting children is everyone’s responsibility.
“Queensland Child Protection Week’s theme is ‘Protecting Children is Everybody’s Business,’” explains Niamh Mulvihill, Intensive Family Support Manager at WC&S. “Our goal is to involve local organisations in promoting this theme, encouraging children to recognise safe people in
“By raising awareness through events like the Colour Fun Run, the community can learn how to create safe environments for children and show support for vulnerable families,” says Joscelyn O’Keefe, Head of Marketing and Business Development at Coral Sea Marina. “We are honoured to host this event and look forward to welcoming the community for family fun, entertainment, and a great cause.”
For more information on Child Protection Week and additional resources, visit Queensland Child Protection Week. WHAT: Colour Fun Run
WHEN: Saturday, 13 September, 9am–12pm
WHERE: Coral Sea Marina Gardens
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Caleb Is Steering His Future One Work Day At A Time
Tec-NQ House grade 11 boarding student Caleb has his sights set rmly on the automotive trade, splitting his week between the classroom, paid work, and hands-on experience at the Townsville Audi and Porsche dealership just down the road from Tec-NQ House boarding campus.
“I got to work on a timing belt,” said Caleb. “Each day I went to work experience, I walked because it was just up the road.”
Time in a prestigious workshop has given him con dence and clarity. “I get to help the workers in the workshop,” he commented. “Watching how they x problems has shown me what the job is really like.”
Caleb isn’t waiting around for opportunity to knock. He’s stacking experience wherever he can, working part-time. “I also have a job at Dan’s Automotive,” said Caleb. “When I’m not doing work experience or school, I work there, where I am learning a lot.”
Head of Boarding, Luke Papworth, says Caleb’s initiative is exactly what Tec-NQ House is designed to encourage. “Caleb is taking every chance to learn; he’s balancing school, work experience, and a real job. at work ethic is what sets our students up for apprenticeships,” Luke said.
He also points to the advantage of transport and exible sta support.
“Transport is provided to the TecNQ Douglas co-educational campus each day, and students are driven to and from their workplaces as required,” said Luke. “ at means students can get to placements, arrive on time, and focus on learning rather than logistics,” added Luke.
lounges, computer access, a secure outdoor recreation area with BBQ facilities, and a basketball court.
As a boarder, Caleb bene ts from a supportive home base in Townsville. Tec-NQ House is a purpose-built boys-only boarding facility in Rosslea, providing accommodation for up to forty senior students from regional and remote Queensland so they can access Tec-NQ’s trade-focused senior school program.
e residence blends structure with a warm, homely feel. Students have 24/7 supervised care, air-conditioned double-occupancy rooms, modern communal
Daily routines make success easier. An onsite professional chef prepares nutritious meals, sta run a er-hours sport and social activities, and regular excursions build friendships.
“Boarding gives students independence with a safety net,” said Luke. “We set expectations around study, wellbeing and behaviour, and we’re right there to guide them. e result is young people who are ready for the workplace.”
at workplace-ready mindset is exactly what Caleb is building. He’s learning to
communicate with tradespeople, follow procedures, and take pride in doing the small things right: clean tools, tidy bays, and careful checks before a car leaves the workshop. Each shi adds to his condence.
Caleb’s next goal is clear: secure an automotive apprenticeship and keep learning on the tools. With Tec-NQ House providing structure, support and proximity to employers, and with the combination of work experience, paid work and school learning under his belt, he’s well on the way.
Keep up the great work, Caleb; your future is idling at the lights, and you’ve already got the green.
Automotive trade experience. Photo supplied.
Caleb at Tech NQ’s common area. Photo supplied.
New Food Bank Opens In Cannonvale
The Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre ofcially opened their Food Bank on Monday 1st September, a project that has been in the works for the last 12 months.
e Food Bank, funded by the Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre’s op shop and sponsorship by North Queensland Bulk Ports and the Whitsunday Regional Council, is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9am – 11am.
For The
Executive O cer of the Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre Rebecca Woods said she anticipates more products to come in that will extend their range of products.
“We are going to keep adding more, and a lot of it will be your staple items. Including, your basic pasta, rice, milk, breads, and breakfast cereals,” she said “ ere will also be products for babies, children, as well as groceries such as fruit and veg, yoghurts, meat and sh.”
With the new Food Bank open, Rebecca hopes they will be able to serve and cater to more people in the community.
“We have had this idea since around August of last year, to grow our pantry that we have had for over a decade into a proper food bank and be able to cater to more people in our community,” she said.
“We wanted to be able to provide more low-cost groceries to our community as well, and also to preserve the dignity and being able to pay your own way.
“ ere’s a lot of people who want to pay their own way but they just don’t have the budget to stretch as far.”
At the Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre foodbank everything is either around a third of retail price at supermarkets or free, thanks to donations.
In a powerful demonstration of community compassion, the Bowen Community Centre, led by Sally Roberts with support from Lauren Miller and Alison Byde of Abbot Point Operations, served 443 hot dogs to locals during a recent outreach event aimed at supporting people experiencing homelessness.
e event, on Tuesday 26 August, was made possible through the generous donation of produce by Andrew, manager of Woolworths, along with the enthusiastic participation of local businesses and schools. Each hot dog purchased helped fund backpacks, swags, and tents for vulnerable members of the Bowen community.
“ is issue brings light to what I see every day,” said Sally Roberts, the Community Connect worker.
“Currently, 33 registered homeless individuals rely on our services. e need is urgent and growing.”
So far this year, Sally has raised approximately $2,500 to support essential programs. However, the lack of crisis accommodation remains a pressing concern.
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“It’s heartbreaking,” said Stephanie, Executive O cer of the Centre. “We simply don’t have the facilities to house our homeless community. O ering a tent or backpack may seem inadequate, but it’s the only help we can provide.”
Rebecca Woods and Marina McMullen at the new Food Bank. Photo credit: Daniel Heggie
e Bowen Community Centre served 443 hot dogs to locals during the event. Photos supplied
The Homeless!
Kelly from Hillery Group added, “It’s a great cause, and we’re thrilled to have been part of it and to support the community.”
e Bowen Community Centre thanked the following organisations for contributing to the success of the event: Lowcocks Builders, Bowen Childcare, Hillery Group, Bowen Industrial Hire, Queens Beach State School, Rocks on Rock, Abbot Point Operations, Flexi School, Idea Placements, Uniting Church, Kylie’s Dental, and St Mary’s School.
e Centre o ers a range of support services, including:
• Soup kitchen
• Food bank
• Shower facilities
• Laundry access
If you know someone experiencing homelessness, please contact the Homeless Hotline on 1800 474 753. When in doubt, refer them to the Bowen Community Centre—where help and connection to the right services are always available.
Christmas is right around the corner…
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Woolworths donated the hotdogs for the event e event was a huge success
20 Social Life
Friday 5 September
•Airlie Beach Hotel: Andy Mammers (7pm – 10pm)
•Grand View Hotel: DJ Night (from 8pm)
•KC’s: Bear Brewer (from 8pm)
Saturday 6 September
•Airlie Beach Hotel: Big Stadium Rock (2pm – 5.30pm)
•Airlie Beach Hotel: Andy Mammers (7pm – 10pm)
•Grand View Hotel: Daybreak (from 8pm)
•KC’s: Chris Booroff (from 8pm)
Sunday 7 September
•Airlie Beach Hotel: Big Stadium Rock (2pm – 5.30pm)
•Airlie Beach Hotel: Paul Fergus Morris (6.30pm – 9.30pm)
Leading True Crime Journalists Coming To The Whitsundays Writers Festival
The Whitsundays Writers Festival will be presenting one full day of exciting events for readers, emerging writers and true crime lovers on Friday 12 September at the Whitsunday Sailing Club.
e evening event, Love Letter to Queensland, will include “From the Heart” keynote address with Dr. Anita Heiss followed by a panel discussion with guest authors Hedley omas, Matt Condon, and Steve MinOn. e guest writers and Member for Whitsunday Amanda Camm MP will share their Love Letters to Queensland followed by a musical performance by award winning local songwriter, performer and the original voice of Australian siri in a billion iPhones, Karen Jacobsen. Mayor Ry Collins will read the winning entries
to the Love Let-
ter local writing competition with a top prize of $1000 voucher to Daydream Island Resort.
Hedley omas, was the national chief correspondent for e Australian, and is an eight-time Walkley Award-winning investigative journalist, author and podcaster. His global hit e Teacher’s Pet led to Chris Dawson’s conviction for the 1982 murder of his wife, Lyn, while other podcasts include Shandee’s Story, e Night Driver and e Teacher’s Trial.
Matthew Condon is an award-winning journalist, novelist and podcaster. Author of over 18 works including the acclaimed corruption trilogy ree Crooked Kings,
he hosts the Ghost Gate Road and Dig: Sirens Are Coming podcast, and received an OAM in 2019.
e Love Letter to Queensland event on 12 September will be a memorable night with our authors sharing stories about writing in a lively panel discussion and then reading their love letter delving into their personal relationship to our state.
On Friday during the day prior to the Love Letter event there will be morning and a ernoon sessions of “Writing a Memoir Workshop” with widely recognised lecturer and author Lindsay Simpson. For further information about the day’s events and to purchase tickets go to www.whitsundayswriters.com.
Want to be included in our weekly event guide? Email rachael@mackayandwhitsundaylife.com to nd out more.
September
5Don River Dash 300 Day 1, Various Along Bowen’s Don River, 4:00pm-10:00pm
3 Whitsunday Quilters & Hand Cra s Group, Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre, 9:00am-1:30pm, $5pp.
6 Don River Dash 300 Day 2, Various Along Bowen’s Don River, 4:00pm-10:00pm
7 Father’s Day
7 Don River Dash 300 Day 3, Various Along Bowen’s Don River, 4:00pm-10:00pm
7 Bowen Community Markets, Hansen Park, from 8:00am
9 Sailing For ose With Disability, Whitsunday Sailing Club, from 9am
9 Tech Help, Cannonvale Library, 2:00pm3:45pm
10 Social Seniors - Co ee and Chat, Cannonvale Library, from 9am 11 R U OK? Day
-13 White on Whitehaven
12 Whitsunday Writers Festival 12th – 14th
12 Kung Fu Panda 4, e Movie Screen at Airlie Beach Foreshore in Coconut Grove, 6:00pm
14 Bowen Community Markets, Hansen Park, from 8:00am
16 Social Seniors - Co ee and Chat, Proserpine Library, from 9am
16 Tech Help, Cannonvale Library, 2:00pm3:45pm
17 Australian Citizenship Day
17 Whitsunday Quilters & Hand Cra s Group, Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre, 9:00am-1:30pm, $5pp.
18 Social Seniors - Co ee and Chat, Bowen Library, from 10am
21 Bowen Community Markets, Hansen Park, from 8:00am
23 Sailing For ose With Disability, Whitsunday Sailing Club, from 9am
26 Shrek followed by Shrek 2, e Movie Screen at Airlie Beach Foreshore in Coconut Grove, 6:00pm
28 Bowen Community Markets, Hansen Park, from 8:00am
28 Proserpine Community Autumn Markets, Proserpine State School Cyclone Shelter on Sherry Street, from 8:30am
30 Social Seniors - Co ee and Chat, Proserpine Library, from 9am
October
1 Whitsunday Quilters & Hand Cra s Group, Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre, 9:00am-1:30pm, $5pp.
5 Bowen Community Markets, Hansen Park, from 8:00am
6 King’s Birthday
7 Sailing For ose With Disability, Whitsunday Sailing Club, from 9am
8 Social Seniors - Co ee and Chat, Cannonvale Library, from 9am
10 Minions Rise of Gru, e Movie Screen at Airlie Beach Foreshore in Coconut Grove, 6:00pm
12 Bowen Community Markets, Hansen Park, from 8:00am
Hedley omas, was the national chief correspondent for e Australian, and is an eight-time Walkley Award-winning investigative journalist, author and podcaster. Photo supplied
from 2 pm to 5:30 pm.
e shows promises to be a powerful celebration of both Michael Hutchence and the iconic INXS catalogue but also aims to recreate the band’s legendary live energy. Fans can expect a performance full of charisma and daring stage antics. Rio’s reputation for showmanship includes running
Rio’s dedication to live music is evident in every performance, where he seeks to create high-energy, shared experiences that resonate with audiences long a er the -
Meet Precious Paddy
Paddy may only be six months old, but this Bull Arab-x pup already has a heart full of love to give. Rescued from the pound alongside his brother, Paddy now nds himself on his own for the rst time a er his brother was adopted. While he’s still adjusting, this sweet boy is eager to nd a forever family to call his own.
since released two albums, Dead Will Rise and Blood, cementing his place in the Australian rock scene. While many of his performances take place in large venues such as convention centres and concert halls, Rio has a special fondness for the Airlie Beach Hotel, calling it the only hotel he performs at.
e upcoming performance is set to rock the roof o the Airlie Beach Hotel. With much loved classics, an extremely enthusiastic performer, and awesome guitar ri s, the INXS Revived performance is show that cannot be missed.
WHAT: INXS Revived
WHEN: Saturday 20 September & Sunday 21 September (2pm - 5.30pm)
WHERE: e Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel
If ever there was a dog who deserves a happily-ever-a er, it’s Paddy. With his gentle nature and playful spirit, he’s the perfect mix of sunshine and snuggles — happy to soak up the sun, play with his doggy pals, or simply enjoy human company.
What makes Paddy so special?
•Good with other dogs
•Playful, friendly, and eager to learn
• Loves sunbathing and spending time with people
•Gentle nature and lots of love to give
“KANGAROO ISLAND” (M) Comedy/Drama
A struggling Hollywood actress returns home to Kangaroo Island, confronting the love triangle that tore her family apart. Stars: Adelaide Clemens, Rebecca Breeds, Simone Annan
“NOBODY 2” (MA) Action/Thriller/Comedy
• Needs basic training but has plenty of potential
•Untested with cats and chickens
• Paddy is desexed, fully vaccinated, and ready to meet his new family.
•Adoption Fee: $400
Paddy has already shown he has all the makings of a loyal and loving companion. Now, all he needs is someone willing to open their heart and home to him. Could that someone be you?
Email Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue Inc. now at Bcpri.adoptions@gmail.com.
Suburban dad Hutch Mansell, a former lethal assassin, is pulled back into his violent past after thwarting a home invasion, setting off a chain of events that unravels secrets about his wife Becca’s past and his own. Stars: Bob
“FIGHT OR FLIGHT” (MA) Action/Comedy
A mercenary takes on the job of tracking down a target on a plane but must protect that target when they’re surrounded by people trying to kill both of them. Stars: Josh Hartnett, Charithra Chandran, Katee Sackhoff
“THE NAKED GUN” (M) 85mins. Action/Comedy
Only one man has the particular set of skills - to lead Police Squad and save the world. Stars: Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser
Odenkirk, Connie Nielsen, Christopher Lloyd
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Fuel Up & Tool Up: Free BBQ Brekkie at Porters Mitre 10
If there are two things every good tradie loves, it’s a bacon-and-egg brekkie and a yarn over a hot co ee. at’s exactly what’s on the menu when Porters Mitre 10 Whitsunday hosts the next Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry Pop Up Chamber on Friday 12 September from 9am to 11am.
is free, drop-in event is all about bringing the Whitsundays business community together – no speeches, no fuss, just great food, fresh co ee from McMoon Co ee Van, a StarFM outdoor broadcast, and a chance to win ra e prizes. Whether you’re a tradie on the go, a small business owner, or just keen to check in with the Chamber team, this is your chance to catch up, connect, and have your say.
Porters Mitre 10 Whitsunday is the perfect host. Since opening its Cannonvale store in 2002, the business has been keeping lo-
cals stocked with everything from nuts and bolts to full-scale building materials. Part of the Mitre 10 family since 2017, Porters is still proudly family-owned a er more than 140 years. With its specialist paint store, Inspirations Paint Cannonvale, now open inside the store, it’s become a true one-stop shop for the region’s trades, DIY projects, and weekend warriors.
e Pop Up Chamber is open to everyone so bring your work crew, grab a co ee, and enjoy a BBQ brekkie on the house. Stick around for a chance to win some top prizes and meet other business owners who are shaping the Whitsundays.
WHAT: Pop Up Chamber BBQ Brekkie, co ee, and prize draw
WHEN: 9am–11am, Friday 12 September 2025
WHERE: Porters Mitre 10 Whitsunday, 2 Carlo Drive, Cannonvale
Day Of Insights, Ideas, And Connection
The Whitsunday Business Conference held at TAFE Queensland Cannonvale Campus last ursday, was a huge success.
Chamber President Allan Milostic said the event was sold out and feedback was outstanding.
“ is year’s Conference was a sell-out, with 120 registrations representing 70 organisations across the Whitsundays. Feedback has been outstanding – more than 75% of attendees told us they loved the day, and everyone has walked away with actionable ideas to implement straight away,” he said.
“Delegates also reported stronger connec-
tions, fresh insights, and practical tips to improve e ciency and productivity.
“ ere’s clear support for making this an annual event, and we encourage businesses wanting to be part of the 2026 Conference to get in touch with the Chamber.”
Chamber President Allan Milostic also said the aim of the conference was simple; to provide a regular focal point for the Whitsundays business community and a chance to come together, learn from each other, and tackle the opportunities that lie ahead.
“ e idea for the conference started precovid with the, then, Proserpine Chamber
of Commerce. We returned to the idea in 2024 with the inaugural event held May 2024 with just over 55 people. e feedback we received was overwhelmingly positive, and it helped shape the program you’ll experience today. is year’s conference is truly a step forward, built by locals, for locals,” he said at the conference.
“I’d like to sincerely thank our sponsors, without whom this event would not be possible: Bendigo Community Bank Cannonvale–Proserpine, Tassal, Shii , My Pathway, the Greater Whitsunday Regional Jobs Committee, Mackay and Whitsunday Life, and TAFE Queensland. Your partnership over the 2024 and 2025 con-
ferences has been critical in bringing this vision to life.
“Of course, events like this don’t happen without a lot of work behind the scenes. Our Conference Committee, chaired by Megan Taylor, has worked tirelessly alongside Jannah Baker of Scallywag Fabrication, Julia Wheway of TAFE Queensland, and Dr Julia Evans, our Chamber Liaison. Together with the support of our incredible volunteers, they’ve turned an idea into a program that’s ready to inspire and deliver value to every delegate here today. A big thank you to all of them.”
Photo Credit: Daniel Heggie.
Hi everyone,
Dive In And
Ruth2Reef is back, and I’ve got a stack of exciting en vironmental stories to share!
While my recent trip was full of adventure, I’m thrilled to be back in the beautiful Whitsundays. We are so lucky to have this incredible part of the world on our doorstep, and it’s a powerful reminder of why pro tecting it matters so much.
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In this week’s edition, you’ll nd more on hump back whales, fascinating insights into the Māori wrasse, and details on the brandnew Eco Barge tours!
If you’re involved in any environmental initiatives, I’d love to hear from you and help share your story with our readers. You can reach me at ruth@lifepublishinggroup.com
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THUMPBACK WHALE BREEDING AND HEAT RUNS
The Great Maori Wrasse
here is no doubt, the Maori Wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus), is one of the most popular sh on the Great Barrier Reef. And for good reason.
It is renowned for its large size, striking colours and friendly personality. An encounter with a Maori Wrasse will make your day.
Maori Wrasse are so named for their distinct facial markings which resemble those seen on traditional Maori warriors in New Zealand. e males are most easily identi ed by their large size and large, prominent hump on its forehead.
is hump contains an air and oil combination which acts in part as a otation device which counteracts the weight of their pronounced jaw.
A male Maori Wrasse can live up to 25 years, grow up to an impressive 2.3m and weigh up to 190kg.
e female Maori Wrasse normally grows to around 1m and can live up to 32 years of age, yet they have a very slow breeding rate as they do not ma ture until they are around 4 to 6 years old.
The humpback whales have arrived to the Whitsundays on mass and the breeding season has begun.
A female who wants to mate will slap her pectoral ns on the surface and make a trumpeting noise to signal to the males.
e Maori Wrasse are protogynous hermaphrodites: at basically means that most Maori Wrasse start life as a female but transform into a male at a speci c point in their lifecycle.
Maori Wrasse have a varied diet of small sh, crustaceans and marine invertebrates. ey have a noteworthy set of teeth known as “protractile” teeth, which means they can project outwards to better catch passing prey. e Maori Wrasse have very strong jaws that they use to crush shells, and they have even adopted the method of banging shells on rocks to crack the shells. ey are also known for being one of the few predators of the sharp-spined, toxic crown-of-thorns star sh, which helps protect the Reef from this prodigious coral eater.
is is a heat run and can last over 24 hours.
Due to past hunting pressure, the Maori Wrasse is a fully protected species on the Great Barrier Reef as they are a highly endangered species.
Contributed by Whitsunday Conserva
Conservation Council.
Males in the Whitsundays are o en in pods of 2 - 4 males. If they hear a female signaling, they will move very fast in her direction. O en multiple groups can be seen moving towards her at speed.
Once the males reach the female, they will chase her demonstrating their tness and endurance, trying to be the fastest, the best singer and the most acrobatic. eir song lasts 30 minutes, but will repeat it over and over to show their tness. ey perform large breaches landing on their backs to appear bigger and gain attention. ey will try to outrun the other males. ey can be aggressive to other males below the surface and tail slap on the surface to try to warn the others o .
One a female has selected a male they will swim together and move in motions like diving and rolling that resemble a playful courtship. It’s very gentle and tactile with the male gently caressing the female with his pectoral ns. It’s still up to the female if she actually mates with the male.
Once pregnant the female will return to the feeding ground to gain body condition. e male will remain in the breeding ground looking for other mating opportunities.
Whales are now being spotted on most boat tours, ferry trips and mainland vantage points and from balconies on islands like Hamilton Island.
To see photos and videos of recent sightings go to the Whales of the Whitsundays Facebook group.
Contributed by Kellie Leonard - Master Reef Guide/Whales of the Whitsundays
Platypus-tively Perfect
Queensland is one of the few places on Earth where the extraordinary platypus can still be spotted in the wild. With its iconic duck-like bill, dense waterproof fur, and venomous spurs on its ankles, this enigmatic mammal is a living relic, one of the most evolutionarily distinct creatures on the planet. Yet, for all its unique adaptations, the platypus is highly vulnerable to environmental changes.
to feed, breed, and shelter. Alarmingly, research from the University of New South Wales shows that suitable platypus habitat has decreased by 22 per cent over the past 30 years.
Each decline is a stark reminder of how fragile Australia’s ecosystems are. Protecting waterways, restoring habitats, and raising awareness are vital to ensuring that this evolutionary marvel, continues to thrive in its ancestral home.
Once widespread across Eastern Australia, populations have been steadily de clining, particularly in the Murray-Dar ling Basin. e catastrophic 2019–2020 bush res wiped out thousands of ani mals along the East Coast, leaving rivers choked with ash and debris. ese wa terways, vital for hunting and shelter, became treacherous for platypus and other aquatic species.
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Highly sensitive to their surroundings, platypus require clean rivers and se cure burrows along riverbanks
Platypuses are smaller than you might think: males are around 50cm long and weigh 1.5kg, while females are usually 40cm long and 1kg.
Photo credit: Glen Bradford
Photo credit: Ruth Puddefoot
Eco Barge HQ Tours
In the quiet backstreets of Jubilee Pocket, just minutes from the bustle of Airlie Beach, a grassroots movement is working tirelessly to keep the Whitsundays pristine. At Eco Barge HQ, visitors are invited to step inside the world of marine conservation and witness how one community is safeguarding the Great Barrier Reef.
e Eco HQ Experience Tour, held every Tuesday morning, o ers more than a window into conservation; it immerses participants in the frontline of environmental action. Over 90 minutes, visitors trace the journey of discarded plastics and marine debris. Inside the Ocean Trash Recycle Shack, individuals are shown how bottles, ropes and fragments of plastic are transformed into new creations, from jewellery to artwork, and you can be at the heart of the action.
experience is about connection as much as education.
“What we’re doing at Eco HQ is incredible – from protecting our islands from marine debris to caring for sick and injured turtles. I wanted to open our doors so visitors and locals can see behind the scenes, learn about our programs, and discover just how much di erence a community can make.”
e tour also introduces visitors to the Whitsunday Turtle Rescue Centre, where sick and injured turtles are treated before being released back into the wild. While sightings depend on the condition of the patients in care, the story of each turtle o ers a stark reminder of the threats facing marine life.
Eco Barge founder Libby Edge says the
Where Turtles and Trash Meet Transformation
Set against the backdrop of the Great Barrier Reef, Eco HQ is more than an education centre; it is a call to action. By the end of the tour, visitors leave not only with knowledge, but with the understanding that every choice, every bottle, every bag carries weight in the ocean.
Book your tour today by heading to the Eco Barge Clean Sea’s website: ecobargecleanseas.org.au/tours/
Susan, Eli, Matteo, Alice, Sharon, Sharlet, Matthew, and Emily
Brett and Danille
Stephen Champitelli and Patrick Centurino
Susie and Emma Laura
Photo credit: Daniel Heggie
HOSTED BY MIRAGE WHITSUNDAYS
Photo credit: Daniel Heggie
Jamie Coles, Jay Ahchay, Trish Jandt, and Janine Krueger
Sarah Vickery, Laura Knipe, Jade Yvonne, Bob Woodham, and Lyn Woodham
Amy Keyte, Tark omas, and Sarah Monroe
Ashlee Gardner, Gordon Bradley, and Paul Schroeder
Simon Lowe, Kylie Forgione, and Julie Young
Councillor Gary Simpson, Debbie Legge, and Tourism Whitsundays CEO Tim Booth
Kristy Hodder, Helen Hursey, and Ashlee Gardner
Susan Watson, Mark Henry, erese Moran, and Rachael Smith
Megan Johnston and Flora Reeve
Jennifer O’Connor, Doug O’Connor, Fiona Erquiaga, Jenni Watson, and Julia Evans
Zoe Lunardelli and Nicole Pascall
Josh Hoskin, Steve Watson, and Amanda Black
Billfish And Tuna Rally Is Coming Up Soon
FISHING
Michael Kimpton Will Be At The 2025 Ironman World Championships
TMhe warm-up event to the Whitsunday Game Fish Club’s major light tackle tournament is the club’s Bill sh and Tuna Rally, set for September 13 and 14. is rally o ers teams a great chance to netune their skills ahead of this year’s Airlie Beach Tackle World/Daiwa Light Tackle Tournament, which runs from October 16 to 19. It’s an opportunity to try new tactics, get an idea of where the sh are holding, and score valuable club and QGFA points.
e rally begins with registration and a brie ng for anglers on ursday, September 11, at 6pm at the club in Altmann Avenue, Cannonvale. All event details will be covered on the night. Both the rally and the major tournament are contested on 10kg mono lament line only, with teams consisting of a minimum of two and a maximum of ve anglers.
Fishing has been strong in recent weeks, with good numbers of Sail sh, juvenile Black Marlin, Mackerel and Tuna taking baits and lures. If this year’s action is anything like last year’s tournament—where 172 sh were tagged and released, including 69 Sail sh and ve Black Marlin, along with a few kept for the table—it promises to be an exciting event.
September is a fantastic time for families to enjoy the sport of light tackle game shing in the Whitsundays. Joining the club is also a great way to get involved, meet like-minded people, and share knowledge and experiences.
Membership forms will be available on the night of the rally brie ng, ursday, September 11, at 6pm at the club.
Contributed with thanks to Ashley Moore
ichael Kimpton, President of the Whitsunday Triathlon Club and Race Director of the Coral Sea Marina Resort Airlie Beach Triathlon Festival, is privileged to be selected to represent Australia at the 2025 Ironman World Championships in Nice, France, on 14 September.
is will be Michael’s seventh time representing Australia in international World Triathlon Championships, taking him to all corners of the globe, including St. George in Utah, Samorin in Slovakia, multiple times to Kona in Hawaii, Taupo
in New Zealand, and previously Nice in France.
e event alternates annually between Kona, Hawaii, and Nice, France.
is year, the men will compete in Nice, while the female athletes will race at the World Championships in Kona, Hawaii, on 11 October.
Nice has a long history with Ironman, o en called the birthplace of long-distance triathlon in Europe. Only the very best professional and age-group athletes in the world qualify for this race—a feat that requires nishing on the podium in an Ironman event somewhere in the world. Michael was fortunate to achieve this by nishing on the podium in his age category in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, earlier this year.
e epic race takes place along the Côte d’Azur, where competitors race from the Mediterranean to the mountains along the glamorous French Riviera. Athletes will pass through the beautiful old town with its historic architecture, marvel at the azure coastline, and soak up the sunshine as France’s most iconic communities cheer them on to the nish line.
e day begins with a 3.8km
swim in the Mediterranean Sea. Water temperature will determine whether it will be a wetsuit swim. Athletes then transition to a challenging 180km rolling, hilly cycle course, followed by a 42.2km marathon run along the picturesque Promenade foreshore.
Legends are made at these World Championship events. Mental toughness is just as important as physical preparation, with strategies required to manage self-doubt, maintain focus, cope with discomfort, and build resilience through visualisation and motivation.
Michael has previously competed on this course during the World Half Ironman a few years ago. at event was an eye-opener and a real challenge. is time, with double the distance, it promises to be a “big day in the o ce.”
Michael would like to thank the many people who have made this journey possible: his remarkable wife, his biggest fan and supporter; his coach Tim Berkel, a ve-time local Ironman champion worldwide; and his sponsors and partners Corry Cycles (Mackay), Steigen Performance Socks, Hoka Ceilo X1 runners, Wyn Republic Australia Triathlon suits, Endura Sports Nutrition, and Cli Bloks for keeping him going. Bring it on!
Contributed with thanks to Michael Kimpton
Whitsunday United Weekly Report
With the regular season wrapping up last weekend, Whitsunday United Football Club now turns its focus to nals, with an impressive nine out of ten teams nishing inside the top four.
e club celebrated several standout achievements, with the U23 Men crowned Premiers, while the U13 FQPL and Division 1 Men secured second place — a remarkable re ection of the depth and commitment across the club, particularly given that half of their xtures require travelling to Mackay.
At home, the Division 2 Men faced Brothers in a tight rst half that ended 1-1, but WUFC took charge a er the break. A superb hat-trick from Josh Lowe led the side to a 4-1 win and a third-place ladder nish heading into the semi- nals. Division 1 also nished strongly, overcoming low travelling numbers from Brothers to record a 5-0 victory. e side showed patience against a defensive opponent, with Stefan Tarne netting twice to claim the league’s golden boot. Both men’s teams now prepare for nals clashes against Lions.
e U13 Division 1 boys closed their season with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Mackay Rangers at Whitsunday Sportspark. Logan P opened the scoring in the rst half, but Rangers equalised a er the break. Despite creating chances late, WUFC couldn’t nd the winner and nished just outside nals in h place — but with plenty of growth and promise for the future.
U13 Prems secured a crucial 2-1 victory against Mackay Lions in another tense contest. Alex D struck rst before Remy S doubled the lead. Lions pulled one back through an own goal, but WUFC held rm to claim second on the ladder and set up a semi- nal berth.
e U14s played out a thriller against Lions, with Kobe scoring a hat-trick and Austin rewarded for his wing play in a 4-3 win that secured third place. In their second outing against top-of-the-table Magpies, WUFC battled bravely with strong mid eld e orts from Shannon, Tyson and Harley, but went down 5-0 despite standout saves from goalkeeper Nick P.
e U16 boys were clinical against Dol-
phins Blue, storming to a 14-0 victory that secured second on the ladder. ey now face Magpies in their semi- nal.
e Whitsunday Women were frustrated by a 0-0 draw against Country, unable to break down a deep defensive block despite dominating play. ey will regroup for a must-win semi- nal against Rangers.
In a history-making performance, the Reserve Grade Men claimed the Premiership with a 4-1 win over Mackay Rangers. A er an opener from Oisin Sherlock, goalkeeper Gary Browne saved a penalty before a goal-line clearance by Cialan Dollard kept momentum with WUFC. Goals to Aaron Kinsella, Max O’Keefe and Tony Gracieux sealed the victory and the league title — the rst ever for a Whitsunday reserve-grade side.
e Premier League Men nished the round in style with a 5-1 win. Sherlock and Sam ornton found the net, while 16-year-old Reef Peel stole the spotlight with his rst senior hat-trick, underlining the team’s strong run into nals.
Contributed with thanks to Allan Milostic
Future Champions. Photo supplied
FOOTBALL
Michael Kimpton is ready to head to Nice for the 2025 Ironman World Championships. Photo supplied
Semi Finals Week
DARTS
Before we begin, I’d like to clear up a small error in last week’s report. While Jamie Maher did win the league last week and was crowned the league winner, or minor premier, the Premier League Championship is still up for grabs—and that’s where we begin with this week’s report.
e rst week of nals got underway at the Airlie Beach Bowls Club, with Dom Friend and Joe Wilson battling it out in the rst semi- nal, and Art McMinn and Kameron Reason locking horns in the other.
In two best-of-15-leg encounters, both matches began in the same fashion, with the rst interval ending 3–2 in favour of Joe and Kameron respectively.
e second period of play saw both Kam and Joe extend their leads slightly—Kam taking a 6–4 lead over Art, and Joe moving ahead 7–3 against Dom. A highlight came in the seventh leg when Kam produced a superb 110 checkout.
In the nal interval, Kam found his range and began landing some big scores, even-
tually sealing an 8–6 victory over Art. at win puts him into the rst preliminarynal, where he’ll meet league winner Jamie Maher in two weeks’ time.
Meanwhile, Dom and Joe li ed the intensity in their clash, with both players striking a 180. However, it was the timing of Joe’s maximum, along with a couple of crucial 140s, that proved decisive as he closed out the match 8–5 to book his place in the other preliminary nal against Reef Peel.
Congratulations to both Dom Friend and Art McMinn on a fantastic season of darts. No doubt, both will return next season stronger than ever.
anks to our generous sponsors Mika Airlie, Whitsunday Tattooing, Master Butchers Whitsunday & MBW On the Barbie, Dyson Automotive and ShirtFront Solutions. A big thank you also to the Bowls Club for their ongoing hospitality.
For anyone interested in learning more about our club, nd us on Facebook at Airlie Beach Darts Club.
Contributed with thanks to Jamie Maher
Junior Cricket Set To Take Off In October
CRICKET
Cricket season is just around the corner, with junior sign-ups taking place at the Proserpine Junior Cricket Grounds on Friday, August 29 from 4pm.
e popular Woolworths Junior Blaster program, aimed at boys and girls aged 5–7, will return this season, o ering fun, skillsbased activities and games. Also back is the ever-popular Master Blaster program for boys and girls aged 8–10.
e juniors have been working hard in preparation, with several players set to feature in representative competitions. Bowen and Proserpine combined teams will compete in the Queensland Country Cup in Home Hill on October 4. Meanwhile, Matthew Hope and Harry Gibbs will travel to Bundaberg in September a er their selection in the Under 12 North Queensland Schoolboys team, while Zahra Cale will head to Aspley, Brisbane to represent the Under 12 North Queensland Schoolgirls.
Locally, the club has con rmed another ve-game inter-town series against Bowen Cricket Club. Plans are also underway to eld teams across all age groups in the Mackay competition, including Proser -
pine’s rst all-girls Under 11 team. Families keen to get involved can nd more information and register via the website www.proserpinejuniorcricket. com.au, or by contacting Mike Hope at proserpinejca@yahoo.com.au.
Contributed with thanks to Proserpine Jnr Cricket
Cannons Rewrite The Record Books In Opening Weeks
It has been an impressive start to the Cannonvale Cannons’ 2025 swimming season, with four weeks of club nights already producing outstanding results in the pool. Several swimmers have etched their names into the club’s history by setting new records across multiple events.
Seven-year-old Harry Chegwidden has been unstoppable, rewriting three records in a single night. Harry clocked 18.33 in the 25m Freestyle (a record standing since 2017), 22.16 in the 25m Backstroke, and 24.04 in the 25m Breaststroke, breaking his own earlier marks in both strokes.
Following in her brother’s footsteps, Eloise Chegwidden powered through the 100m Individual Medley to set a new 10-years record in 1:25.23, shaving four seconds o
the previous best set by Mikhaila Flint, also in 2017.
In the 13-years age group, Zach Trefz posted 1:09.05 in the 100m IM, surpassing the 1:10.20 held jointly by Jy Parkinson since 2019. omas Ganter also made history with a strong swim in the 200m Breaststroke, clocking 2:49.00 to break Jack Lo ’s long-standing 2004 record of 2:53.47. Not to be outdone, Tora Delac continued her ne form, lowering her own 14-years 50m Breaststroke record to 36.24.
e excitement continued at this week’s club night, where 48 swimmers proudly turned out in their new Cannons season shirts. e night was buzzing with energy as swimmers chased upgrades and
awards. Congratulations
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Mullis, Lily Woolston, Indi Smith, Levi Smith,
Koa Harland on achieving upgrades.
Chocolate Awards went to Caleb Woolston (Smallest PB) and Roxy
Groome (Biggest PB), capping o another night of fun, achievement, and community spirit at the Cannons.
Contributed with thanks to Jade Korosec
Tora Delac
Eloise and Harry Chegwidden. Photos supplied
Joe Wilson, Dom Friend, Art McMinn and Kameron Reason all in action on the weekend. Photos supplied
Scan this QR code to register Cricket season starts soon! Photo supplied
Wangaratta Bowls
BOWLS
Fantastic news for our readers, with the Ladies Division One Pennant side claiming victory in the Zone 8 Pennant Playo against Marlin Coast (Far North Qld) in Townsville on Saturday. Both rinks played superbly, winning their games and the overall match. e team will now head to Tweed Heads on 1–2 November to contest the State Titles.
Congratulations to Robyn Stitt, Teresa Willshire, Margaret Wilson and Fely Duncan, along with Maureen Hyde, Linda Scells, Denise Wallace and Penny Warren. Fundraising will now be the focus to support their State campaign.
In other events, Penny and Denise went down narrowly in their Champion of Champion Pairs match against the Edge Hill team. David Ide and Denis nished the last Monday Triples of the year with a win, thanks to a nal-end draw.
Tuesday’s winners were Grant Hands,
Margaret Wilson and Fely Duncan on Rink 5, defeating Judy Christie, Pam Kelly, Ron Boska and Penny Warren. Runners-up were Boof, Ann, John and Denis, who overcame John, Margaret, Irene and John. e jackpot remained unclaimed.
Fun Friday a ernoon saw Maureen, Leon and Mattie defeat Carol, Shirl and Gary, while France, Greg and Allan overcame Grant, Boof and Ken to claim the jackpot. Resting touches went to Allan, Grant, Hans, France and Gary.
Sunday’s social winners were Carol Bellingham, Sue Shearing and Ron Hyde, with Teresa Willshire, Deb Retchless and Joe Paynting nishing runners-up.
During the week, Margaret Wilson and Steve Roome won the Mixed Pairs nal, while the Men’s Triples went to Gavin Charles, Alby Vigar and Ron Hyde. e Mixed Fours nal is still to come.
Congratulations to all players.
Contributed with thanks to Penny Warren
Airlie Beach Bowls Club Report
Who said, “ ere’s no place like home”? And while I never clicked my shiny red shoes, it’s certainly true—what a beautiful place we live in, and how lucky we are to call the best country in the world our own.
Many thanks to my dear friend Betty Whitehorn, who kept up the news so beautifully in my absence. My return has been lled with exciting updates and sensational memories for our little club here in paradise.
On Tuesday, 24 bowlers took to the greens, where we welcomed Janine and Je Orton from Victoria. e winning team with the highest margin was Glen O’Brien at lead, Els Van Soest at second, and our own little pocket rocket, Carol Crosbie, at skipper, who played some stunning, accurate bowls.
It was a similar story on Wednesday at social bowls, run by Mervyn Stewart, where Tony Kelly continued his scintillating form. Ably supported by lead David Meiklejohn and Alan Pershouse, Tony’s team scored a commanding 21-point win.
BOWLS
Saturday morning Scroungers saw six rinks in play. e nal came down to Steve Heddles and Andy McDougall, with Andy continuing his dominance of the Saturday competition to take the win once again. Eric Barnard also bowled strongly to claim victory in the B Division.
On Sunday a ernoon, 24 bowlers returned to the greens. Skipper Stacey Hadlow, fresh from a well-earned break from the rigours of cane cutting, teamed up with Bill Gordon and Els Van Soest to take out the day in grand style—well done, team!
Finally, a special mention must go to our ladies, who recently represented us as district champions. ey travelled to Emerald for the zone nals to decide who would progress to the state championships. In a nail-biting contest, they were pipped at the post 19–17 by the Emerald ladies. We are, however, so proud of Joan McGrath’s team of lead Lyn Graham, Jill Spencer, and Ladda Purdie, who all turned in a wonderful performance.
Contributed with thanks to Mark Mawson
Proserpine Golf Club Celebrate Superb Week
Players were as always treated to near-perfect Autumn conditions and only a cool breeze rolling in on Sunday. A strong eld also turned out for Saturday’s 3-Ball Ambrose, which followed the club’s AGM.
Tuesday’s Stableford saw Aaron Prosser nish on top with 37 points, edging out Di Chard (36) on countback, with Wilf Herweg in third. At Collinsville, where the Vets joined the Whitsunday Group, Robyn Whitham impressed with a blistering 42 points, while Tessa Aitken (36), Elspeth Scotford (35) and Tiina Randmae (32) featured in the rundown.
Wednesday’s Ladies Day produced a close contest, with Rehab Hull winning on 38 points. Runner-up was Sara Hagy (37 cb), ahead of Karen Oni, Jenny Hounsell (both 37), and Di Dobbins (35).
In ursday’s Medley Stableford, Di Chard scored strongly again, taking out A Grade with 40 points, while Michael Stewart of Dysart Golf Club claimed B Grade with
38.
Friday’s nine-hole run, sponsored by the Metropole Hotel, went to Kieran Anderson on 20 points, with Elise Hodgson (19) and Tom O’Brien (18) rounding out the placings.
Saturday’s 3-Ball Ambrose drew a eld of 108 players. Winners were Chatz Norna, Harvey and Scott Mason with 54.833 nett, narrowly ahead of e Young Ones trio of Levi Holmes, Harley and Al e (56.667). Other top nishers included Andrew Smart, Phil Luckett and Daniel O’Donnell (56.833), Tim Walton with Billy and David O’Connor (57.167), and the team of Sara and Adam Hagy with Mel Patullo (58).
Sunday’s Stableford wrapped up the week, with Izaac Vandenberg winning the men’s with 43 points and Mark McDougall runner-up on 39. In the ladies, Peta omas won with 38 points, ahead of Nicole Cooper on 33.
Full results are available on GolfLink. Contributed with thanks to Tiina Randmae
Proserpine Vets Shine At Collinsville
Proserpine Vets travelled to Collinsville last week and returned with some impressive results, particularly among the ladies, who claimed four of the top seven placings.
Leading the way was Robyn Whitham, who produced a brilliant 42 points to win the event. e victory follows on from her success at Home Hill last month, making her something of an “away” specialist. Runner-up was Karen Dwyer from Bowen on 37 points, while Proserpine’s own Tessa Aitken (36), Elspeth Scotford (35) and Tiina Randmae (32) also featured prominently in the rundown.
In the men’s competition, Home Hill’s Barry Duchnicz topped the eld with 36 points, just edging out Bowen’s Les Gordon on countback. Proserpine players again held their own, with Gerald Lovell and John Strelec both carding 35 points to nish inside the top six, and Louis Neethling close behind on 33.
On Wednesday, two competition games were played. Senior Singles kicked o with an epic match between Sandy Da ara and Philip Brown. A er 38 ends, Philip Brown narrowly claimed victory 25-24. e rst game of the B Pairs was also played, with Alen Sanderson and Trevor Parsons defeating Bruce Uhe and Mike Harrison 19-11. ere were no Social Bowls on Wednesday, as many of our regular players were involved in competition games. Barry and John took the opportunity to have a rollup instead.
Saturday saw the Final of the B Singles, with Harry Craig edging out Todd Leys 25-24 in what has been described as a fabulous game. Harry will now progress to the Champion of Champions at St Helens, scheduled for the weekend of September 20 and 21.
Sunday morning brought strong winds, making both competition games a real test of concentration. In Senior Singles, Philip Brown defeated Ken Watts 25-6. In B Pairs, Harry Craig and David Ling over-
came Troy Campbell and Todd Leys 31-11.
Looking ahead, the Senior Singles Champion of Champions is scheduled for September 27-28. Several matches remain to be played beforehand. Trevor Parsons faces Vince Olsen, with the winner to play Luchie Gardel, followed by a match against Mike Harrison. On the other side of the draw, Bruce Uhe will play Bryan Davy, with the winner to meet Philip Brown. It would be ideal for the Trevor vs. Vince and Bruce vs. Bryan matches to be completed this week to allow the competition to n-
Pin shots were shared around on the day, with Leanne Alexander taking the ladies’ prize, while Colin Hounsell and John Strelec secured the men’s.
As always, the Collinsville volunteers added to the occasion with their marvellous hospitality and catering, which was a highlight for all who attended. e strong turnout and friendly atmosphere ensured another enjoyable outing for the Whitsunday veterans’ gol ng community.
Contributed with thanks to Paula McQuat
WINTER COMPLETED WITH COMPETITION PROGRESSING
ish on schedule.
In Social Bowls on Sunday a ernoon, Heather Brown and Mike Harrison defeated visitor Snorkell (from Airlie Beach) and Philip Brown 28-15. A ernoon tea proved to be a turning point in what had been a very even game. John Anderson and Sandy Da ara also claimed a strong win, defeating Alen Sanderson and Henny Tattam 29-9.
Contributed with thanks to Proserpine Bowls Club
GOLF
Robyn Whitham and Gerald Lovell. Photo supplied
Free Landfill
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RATES CONCESSIONS
Are you an owner occupier?
Council is seeking information from the owners of residential properties, which is their principal place of residence and is also single residential use, within the Whitsunday area, in order to categorise properties correctly for the benefit of a lower differential general rate.
Eligible parties are asked to complete the form and return it to Council by the discount date of the current rating period, as stated on your rates notice. If you are already receiving the owner occupier benefit, you do not need to reapply.
Pensioner Remission on Rates
Persons in receipt of a pension, who qualify in accordance with Council’s Policy and/or the State Government’s Pensioner Rate Subsidy Scheme, are hereby requested to make application for the first half of the 2025/2026 year.
Pensioners who received the maximum benefits in the 2024/2025 year and whose situation has not altered need not submit a written application. Confirmation of your eligibility will be sought from the Department of Communities and Department of Veteran Affairs.
RATES ISSUED
Residents are advised that rates for the current period (1 July 2025 - 31 December 2025) were issued across the Whitsunday Region on Monday 18th August 2025.
Residents can take advantage of the 5% discount if rates are paid in full by 18th September 2025.
Rates can be paid at any of Council’s Customer Service Centres or via any of the methods outlined on the rated notice, including online at www.whitsunday.qld.gov.au.
WATER USAGE NOTICES ISSUED
Residents are advised that water usage notices have been issued with a due date for payment of Wednesday 29 September 2025.
Please ensure that you make payment with your water notice, not your rate notice, as the payment details differ.
You can pay your water notice at any Australia Post Office, by BPAY, or by phone.
CURRENT TENDERS
Whitsunday Regional Council invites tenders from suitably resourced and experienced contractors for the performance of the works as described in the tender documents.
Prospective tenderers are requested to register on the VendorPanel Marketplace website – https://vendorpanel.com/platform/suppliers to download the relevant documentation.
• # 500.2025.0057
Provision of Waste Material Processing
Tender closes no later than 2:00pm, 24 September 2025
• # 500.2025.0027
Proserpine Trunk Watermain Design
Tender closes no later than 2:00pm, 1st October 2025
Tenders should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, endorsed with the tender name and number and lodged via VendorPanel Marketplace – https://www.vendorpanel.com.au/ publictenders.aspx, by no later than the closing date.
Section 228 (7) of the Local Government Regulation 2012, relating to changes to tenders may be applied. Enquiries can be directed to the Contracts Department through the VendorPanel website or to Council on 1300 972 753.
ANIMAL MANAGEMENT INSPECTIONS
Whitsunday Regional Council Approved Inspection Program
Part 2 Division 1 Subdivision 3 Section 134 –Approved Inspection Program
Local Government Act 2009
Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008
Whitsunday Regional Council Local Law No. 2 (Animal Management) 2014
Whitsunday Regional Council will be carrying out an approved inspection program in accordance with Part 2 Division 1 Subdivision 3 Section 134 Local Government Act 2009.
The purpose of the program is to inspect selected residential properties in the Whitsunday Regional Council area to identify registration and the number of dogs and cats kept at each property to determine compliance with the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008 and Whitsunday Regional Council Local Law No. 2 (Animal Management) 2014.
The program will be conducted for a period of three (3) months commencing Monday, 22 September 2025 and conclude on Friday, 12 December 2025.
Council Local Law Officers will be clearly identified by way of Whitsunday Regional Council’s uniform and identification badge.
A copy of the program is available for inspection at the following Whitsunday Regional Council Offices:
• Bowen – 67 Herbert Street, Bowen
• Cannonvale – Whitsunday Plaza, Cannonvale
• Collinsville – Corner Stanley & Conway Street, Collinsville
• Proserpine – 83-85 Main Street, Proserpine
Copies of the program may be purchased from Whitsunday Regional Council.
Prestigious Waterfront Duplex – Holiday Let Approved – Whole Or Individual Sale
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Spanning an impressive 987sqm in total, the property is comprised of two spacious, self-contained residences, each designed to maximise light, space,
and the panoramic Whitsundays outlook. This property o ers unmatched flexibility – live in one and holiday let the other, hold both as premium incomeproducing assets, or create an incredible multigenerational retreat with privacy and space for all.
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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 TBA. 2.35 Motorbike Cops. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PG) 9.00 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (M) 10.00 Tik Tok: Murders Gone Viral. (M) 11.00 The Agenda Setters. 12.00 Fairly Legal. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 TBA. 2.30 Border Security: Int. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG) 8.30 The Front Bar. (M) 9.30 Unfiltered. (PG) 10.15 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. (PG) 11.15 Chicago Fire. 12.15 Imposters. 1.15 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. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Our Take On Love. (2022) 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current A air. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 27. Sydney Roosters v South Sydney Rabbitohs. 9.55 Golden Point. 10.45 MOVIE: Rush Hour 3. (2007) 12.35 Tipping
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.35 Rugby Union. The Rugby C’ship. Aust vArgentina. 4.30 Test Rugby: Australia v Argentina Post-Match. 5.00 News. 5.30 Getaway. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 Riverfire. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Canterbury Bulldogs vCronulla Sharks. 9.25 NRL Saturday Night Footy Post-Match. 10.00 MOVIE: American Assassin. (2017) 12.05 Law & Order: Organized Crime. 1.00 Customs. 1.30 Rugby Union. Women’s Rugby World Cup. Pool A. Aust vEngland. 4.15 Garden Gurus Moments. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Helping Hands.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 My Market Kitchen. 10.30 Survivor: Australia V The World. 12.00 The Brighter Side. 12.30 Everyday Gourmet. 1.00 The Yes Experiment. 1.30 4x4 Adventures. 2.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. 3.30 Pooches At Play. 4.00 My Market Kitchen.
6.00 Hello SA. 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. 12.00 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. NZ Warriors vBroncos. 1.45 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Knights vTitans. 3.30 Rugby League. NRL. Eels vKnights. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 The Block. 8.35 60 Minutes. 9.35 9News Late. 10.05 A Killer Makes A Call. 11.05 The First 48. 12.00 The Gulf. 1.00 Our State On A Plate. 1.30 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice. 4.30 Fishing Aust. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 Morning Programs. 7.30 Freshly Picked. 8.00 Roads Less Travelled. 8.30 4x4 Adventures. 9.30 Everyday Gourmet. 10.00 GCBC. 10.30 The Brighter
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. 1.30 Young Sheldon. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current A air. 7.30 The Block. 8.45 100% Footy. (M) 9.45 9News Late. 10.15 Opal Hunters: Red Dirt Road Trip. 11.15 Murder In The Family. 12.05 Footy Classified. 1.00 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 Morning Programs. 7.30 Everyday Gourmet. 8.00
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. 1.15 Getaway. 1.45 Garden Gurus Moments. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 The Block. 8.40 Paramedics. (M) 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 The Grand Tour. 11.30 La Brea. 12.20 Footy Classified. 1.20 Garden Gurus Moments. 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 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Secrets In The Snow. (2020) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 8.30 Clarkson’s Who Wants To Be A Millionaire UK. (PG) 9.30 Why Trains Crash. (PG) 10.40 What The Killer Did Next. (M) 11.40 Kick Ons. 12.10 Life. 1.10 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. 11.30 9News Morning.
7.30pm Good Game
Spawn Point.
8.00 Be Cool, ScoobyDoo! (R)
8.30 MythBusters
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG,R)
8.55 Robot Wars. (R)
9.55 Merlin. (PG,R)
10.35 O icially Amazing. (PG,R)
11.05 Deadly 60. (R)
11.35 Dragon Ball Super. (PG,R)
7.30pm Teenage Boss: Next Level.
8.00 Kids Baking Championship.
8.40 Chopped Junior. (R)
9.25 Fresh O The Boat. (PG,R)
10.05 Abbott Elementary. (PG,R)
10.25 Speechless. (PG,R)
10.45 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. (R)
11.10 Dragon Ball Super. (PG,R)
7.35pm The Mysterious Benedict Society.
8.25 Fresh O The Boat. (PG,R)
9.05 Abbott Elementary. (PG,R)
9.50 Speechless. (PG,R)
10.10 Merlin. (PG,R)
10.55 Secrets Of The Zoo. (PG,R)
11.35 Operation Ouch! (R)
11.55 Operation Ouch! (PG, R)
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
7.50 The Inbestigators. (R)
8.05 Dr Ann’s Secret Lives. (R)
8.40 Contraption Masters. (PG)
9.25 The Crystal Maze. (PG,R)
10.15 Merlin. (PG,R)
10.55 Good Game Spawn Point. (R)
7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
7.50 The Inbestigators. (R)
8.05 Operation Ouch! (R)
8.40 Deadly 60. (R)
9.10 Expedition With Steve Backshall. (R)
10.05 Merlin. (PG,R)
10.50 Dance Life. (PG,R)
11.40 Operation Ouch! (R)
11.55 Good Game Spawn Point. (R)
12.40am Rage. (PG,R)
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
7.50 The Inbestigators. (R)
8.05 Operation Ouch! (R)
8.40 Fresh O The Boat. (PG,R)
9.20 The Mysterious Benedict Society. (R)
10.10 Merlin. (PG,R)
10.55 Abbott Elementary. (PG,R)
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. (R)
7.50 The Inbestigators. (R)
8.05 Operation Ouch! (R)
8.40 Secrets Of The Zoo. (PG)
9.25 Teenage Boss: Next Level. (R)
9.55 The Mysterious Benedict Society. (R)
6.00pm Bargain Hunt. (R)
7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.
8.30 Escape To The Country.
9.30 Escape To The Country. (R)
11.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
12.30 Escape To The Country. (R)
1.30 Room For Improvement. (R)
2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
6.00pm Dog Patrol. (PG,R)
6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG,R)
8.30 Escape To The Country.
9.30 Escape To The Country. (R)
11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG,R)
1.30 Australia’s Best Drives. (PG,R)
2.00 Australia’s Deadliest. (PG,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 The Pembrokeshire Murders. (M,R)
11.35 Greatest Escapes To The Country. (R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
7.30 Doc Martin. (M,R)
8.30 Endeavour. (M,R)
10.30 Air Crash
Investigations: The Accident Files. (PG,R)
11.30 Doc Martin. (M,R)
12.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
1.30 Australia’s Deadliest. (PG,R)
2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
7.30 Call The Midwife. (M,R)
8.45 Foyle’s War. (M,R)
10.55 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG,R)
11.55 Bargain Hunt. (R)
12.55 Impossible Builds. (PG,R)
2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
7.30 Heartbeat. (PG,R)
8.45 Lewis. (M,R)
10.45 Air Crash Investigations. (PG,R)
11.45 Bargain Hunt. (R)
12.45 The Great Australian Doorstep. (PG,R)
1.30 Room For Improvement. (R)
2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
7.30 Father Brown. (M,R)
8.30 Line Of Duty. (MA15+,R)
6.00pm American Pickers. (PG,R)
7.00 Football. AFL. Second qualifying final. Geelong v Brisbane Lions.
7.30 Motorbike Cops. (PG,R)
8.30 Movie: Downton Abbey: A New Era. (2022) (PG)
11.10 Movie: Robin Hood. (2018) (M,R)
6.00pm AFL Post-Game Show.
6.30 AFL Pre-Game Show.
7.00 Storage Wars. (PG)
7.30 Movie: Back To The Future. (1985) (PG,R) 10.00 Movie: Ghostbusters. (1984) (PG,R)
12.15 Counting Cars. (PG,R)
1.30 Storage Wars. (PG,R)
6.00pm Border Security: International. (PG,R)
6.30 Border Security: International. (PG,R)
7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG,R)
8.30 Movie: Twister. (1996) (PG,R) 10.50 Movie: The New Mutants. (2020) (M,R) 1.00 Blokesworld. (PG,R)
10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 15. 1.50 Letterkenny. (M,R)
5.50pm The Food That Built The World. (PG,R) 6.40 Jeopardy! (R)
7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M,R)
8.30 Johnny Cash: Redemption Of An Idol. (M,R)
10.15 Big Backyard Quiz. (M,R)
11.15 Forged In Fire. (PG)
1.00 Where Are You Really From? (PG,R)
1.30 PEN15. (M,R)
6.00pm The Food That Built The World: Cola Wars. (PG,R) 6.50 Jeopardy! (R) 7.15 Jeopardy! (R) 7.45 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M,R)
8.45 Hoarders. (M)
10.20 The Day The Rock Star Died. (PG,R) 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 16. 1.50 Dark Side Of The 2000s. (M,R)
The Food That Built The World. (PG,R)
Jeopardy! (R)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M,R) 8.30 Movie: Clue. (1985) (PG,R) 10.20 Travel Man. (PG,R) 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 17. 1.30 Trainspotting With Francis Bourgeois. (M,R)
6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
8.00 Family Guy. (M)
8.30 American Dad! (M)
10.45 Merlin. (PG,R)
9.50 Line Of Duty. (MA15+,R) 11.10 Murdoch Mysteries. (M,R) 12.10 Father Brown. (M,R) 1.30 Room For Improvement. (R)
2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
9.00 American Dad! (M)
9.30 Movie: Hancock. (2008) (M,R) Will Smith, Jason Bateman. 11.30 Movie: Resident Evil: Retribution. (2012) (MA15+,R) 1.30 The Front Bar. (M,R)
7.30 RBT. (M,R) 8.30 Emergency. (M,R) 9.30 RPA. (PG,R) 10.30 Chicago Med. (MA15+) 11.30 The Real Murders Of Atlanta. (M) 12.30 My Favorite Martian. (R) 5.30pm JAG. (PG,R) 6.30 JAG. (PG,R)
NCIS. (M,R) 8.30 NCIS. (M,R) 9.25 NCIS. (M,R)
FBI: International. (M,R)
Frasier. (PG,R)
The Big Bang Theory. (PG,R)
Becker. (PG,R)
Frasier. (PG,R)
Ghosts. (PG,R)
The King Of Queens. (PG,R)
Home Shopping. (R)
6.05pm Over The Black Dot. (R)
Jeopardy! (R)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M,R) 8.25 The Curse Of Oak Island. (PG) 10.10 The UnXplained With William Shatner. (PG)
Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 18. 1.50 Conversations With Friends. (M,R)
