
Contributed with thanks by Janelle Tilse Thankyou Race Director Tim Magoffin for organising an excellent social 6k & 19km trail run at Eungella this morning with his very able assistant Andrew Short. Andrew then proceeded to notch another successful trail run under his already full belt. Eungella once again showed its spectacular weather with ALOT of early morning fog and low clouds, an excellent environment to run with some like-minded individuals and then finish off with an enjoyable post run brekky at the awesome Chalet (Thank you Tony & Tess and staff’s hospitality). Ryan Murray was scintillating over the technically difficult 19km, scorching over the course in spectacular form to claim first place. Ryan has shown exceptional talent over hilly terrain recently and today was no different. Second placed Levi Wallace was also in superb form despite the unexpected early start to collect his passengers upon leaving Mackay this morning. Craig McGahey's bronze medal performance showed what a class act he is and has been for several years. Brave efforts from Jo Skinner in the 19km displayed her toughness as a competitor after an unfortunate trip up on the track. Rhiann Massey's 6km trail run at this location was a first for her and thoroughly enjoyable experience after a successful marathon on the Sunny Coast recently. Fran March placed 2nd behind her in a super effort from the Chalet to Sky Window and return. Scott McIntosh's 6km golden performance was on show after the long trek from home to get to the start line by 7am. All runners and volunteers need to be congratulated for supporting each other including vital water aid station attendants, Paul Tilse, Jo Hughes, Alex Murray and Phoebe. See you at the final handicap run on the formal calendar next Sunday morning at the Bluewater Lagoon. The annual Spine Care Chiropractic Benita Willis 10km Handicap Trophy & 5km is one of the most prestigious events on the Mackay Road Runners Calendar, honouring a four time Olympian and Mackay local girl, who was and still is a very humble and exceptional athlete. Members must start on their official handicap to be eligible for the chance to be in line for the coveted 10km perpetual trophy. All non members are always very welcome to participate for a casual day fee however, will not be eligible for the major 10km perpetual trophy prize as they have no formal club handicap. All participants and volunteers are invited to stay for a post run sausage sizzle and random draws donated by Spine Care Chiropractic. Enjoy this great event to close the 2026 running program with the major finale to be at the Presentation/Awards Night at the Southern Suburbs Bowls Club on 24th October. 8156 – Runners take to the trails from the Eungella Chalet towards Sky Window and Broken River and return. 8166 – First placed 19km competitor, Ryan Murray heading towards the hydration station at Broken River. 8191 – Runners and volunteers take in the view (left to right) Jo Hughes, Jo Skinner, Levi Wallace, Rhiann Massey, Franch March, Andrew Short and Phoebe (in front). 8199 – Craig McGahey is elated after completing the 19km Eungella social trail run. 8177 – Levi Wallace enjoys the spectacular Eungella trails on his way to 2nd place in the 19km.
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Contributed with thanks by Joy Block The Whitsunday Zone Team members from Mackay - Noel Bugeia, Janelle Conroy, Terry Sheedy and Lorna Shuttlewood performed well in the 2026 Grand National Open Teams qualifying and will represent the Whitsunday Zone in Brisbane competing in the non-metropolitan Grand final next week. Well done! The Del Ryan Walk In’s on Friday was won by Diane Morgan and Del’s daughter Janet Hansen. Diane and Janet have played together for many years and are a prolific pair at the bridge table. Weekly Results Monday 28th September 2026 – 7 Table Mitchell Green Points N/S E/W 1st Janelle Conroy / Terry Sheedy 1st Joy Hold / Rob Miles 2nd David Ting / Eric Goodchild 2nd Gwen Liddell / Griffin Bancroft 3rd Mary Rose Ramsden / Sandy Patterson 3rd Jan Harris / Louise Renton Tuesday Evening 29th September 2026 – 7 Table Mitchell Green Points N/S E/W 1st Diane Stokes / Marin Pearce 1st Geoff Taylor / Janelle Conroy 2nd Eric Goodchild / Noel Bugeia 2nd Ian Afflix / Terry Sheedy 3rd John McGee / Mick King 3rd Janine Rodgers / Andrew Canavan Wednesday 30th September 2026 – 8 Table Mitchell Green Points 1st Debra Goodchild / Eric Goodchild 1st Noel Bugeia / Janelle Conroy 2nd Monica Darley / Francie Brown 2nd Janet Hansen / Alan Brown 3rd Jan Harris / Geoff Taylor 3rd Lorna Shuttlewood / Terry Sheedy 4th Joy Robinson / Robert Carless 4th Martin Pearce / Sue Mayer-Miller Thursday Evening 1st October 2026 –-9 Table One Winner Green Points 1st Ken Seaniger / Robert Carless Anne Lutz / Geoff Taylor 3rd Ian Afflick / Terry Sheedy Friday 2nd October 2026 –- Del Ryan Walkins7 Table Mitchell Green Points 1st Janet Hansen / Diane Morgan 2nd Janelle Conroy / Robyn Nolan 3rd Lynne O’Neill / Roland Taylor 4th Monicia Darley / Griffin Bancroft 1 - Noel, Janelle, Terry & Lorna 2- Diane and Janet. Photos supplied
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Contributed with thanks by Sue Hazledine Recently we held the Under and Over 73’s Finals. The under 73 Final was between Brenda Trannore and Wendy Sonter. Great bowls by both ladies at every end, with determination and great positioning around the Jack. The eventual winner was Brenda Trannore for 2026. In the Over 73’s Ann Smith was up against Sue Hazledine. This game was also played end for end for most of the game and some lovely shots were played by both ladies. With Ann Smith the winner of today’s very close encounter. Well done to our winners and to all the ladies who competed in all the games leading up to today’s final. 1- (L) Wenday Sonter and winner Brenda Trannore 2- (L) Winner Ann Smith and Sue Hazledine. Photos supplied
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Three blokarts and a kite buggy from the Central Queensland Blokart Club made the most of ideal conditions at Bucasia Beach ffor a midweek sail. An east-southeasterly wind of around 18 knots and a suitable tide created plenty of action, with gusts strong enough to require some quick sheet rope releases. All three blokarts were running three-metre sails, reaching a top speed of 64km/h, with some exciting turns at the northern end of the beach. Sandy’s kite buggy also put on a show, manoeuvring up and down the beach while avoiding the three blokarts. Thankfully, there were no unexpected trips into the ocean to test the water temperature. The afternoon was a welcome change after the club’s previous Sunday outing was hampered by a lack of breeze, making for an enjoyable session on the sand. Photo source: Central Queensland Blokart Club
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Photo credit: Ken Fihelly
Activities centred on the Eungella area last Saturday, as a small group led by Ken Fihelly travelled along Dalrymple Road to access Mt William, climb it, and then pick up Pretty Creek to descend in order to return via the Western Trail. Mt William is NE of Eungella,
and is covered in some sections by rich rainforest, and was currently moist and the mosses were plentiful, but so were the leeches. The participants were walking amongst the impressively large trees that Mt William is known for, and great views across to Mt Dalrymple and Mt David, and parts of the Pioneer Valley were available from the top near the old trig point. A route eastwards down to the saddle and on to the east peak was followed easily.
The group then walked down to Pretty Creek, beautiful with many moss covered trees, mostly open and gently sloping. The creek was followed downstream to the Western Trail, and out to the cars, parked near the end of Dalrymple Road.
Future activities for club members include Lineel Falls, Sydney Heads Bluff, a cycling event, and Rawson’s Creek. Enquiries regarding membership can be answered by phoning 0429 363 929.
Contributed by Carole Weekes

Pres. Frances, Lynne O’Neill, John Hunt & Diane. Photo supplied
At the Annual General Meeting, The Mary Barfield Award for 2026 for Best Performing Beginner was awarded to John Hunt, with Lynne O’Neill receiving the Monica Darley Supervised Play award. Both honours recognise dedication, improvement and enthusiasm at the bridge table. Well done
Weekly Result
Monday 21 September 2026 – 7 Table Mitchell Green Points
N/S
E/W
1st
Janelle Conroy / Terry Sheedy
1st
Mary Rose Ramsden / Sandy Patterson
2nd
David Ting / Eric Goodchild
2nd
Vicki Howard / Susan Ross
3rd
Joy Block / Noel Bugeia
3rd
Geoff Taylor / Nancy Martin
Tuesday Evening 22 September 2026 – 7 Table Mitchell Green Points
N/S
E/W
1st
Patricia Garner / Adrian Westcott
1st
Faye Wright / Marilin Robins
2nd
Vicki Howard / Richard Wix
2nd
Geoff Taylor / Janelle Conroy
3rd
Joy Block / Terry Sheedy
3rd
Diane Morgan / Janet Hansen
Wednesday 23 September 2026 – 8 Table Mitchell Green Points
1st
Lorna Shuttlewood / Terry Sheedy
1st
Noel Bugeia / Janelle Conroy
2nd
Josie Cowley / Barbara Tait
2nd
Bob Ranson / Kitty Ranson
3rd
Monica Darley / Kath Poole
3rd
Susan Wright / Bob Ellis
4th
David Ting / Eric Goodchild
4th
Ming Ting / Eric Goodchild
Thursday Evening 24 September 2026 –-4 Table One Winner Green Points
1st
Anne Lutz / Geoff Taylor
2nd
Ken Seaniger / Robert Carless
3rd
Julie O’Neill / Jan Harris
Friday 25 September 2026 –- 7 Table Mitchell Green Points
1st
Jewel Schmidt / Lynne O’Neill
1st
Martin Pearce / Gwen Liddell
2nd
Monica Darley / Barbara Tait
2nd
Terry Sheedy / Noel Bugeia
3rd
Joy Robinson / Geoff Taylor
3rd
Janine Rodgers / Richard Wix
Saturday 26 September 2026 –-11 Table Mitchell Green points
1st
Alan Brown / Frances Brown
1st
Annie Lynch / Sandra Morris
2nd
Mary Rose Ramsden / Christine Nice
2nd
David Ting / Ming Ting
3rd
Jewel Schmidt / Richard Wix
3rd
Eric Goodchild / Debra Goodchild
4th
Ken Seaniger / Joy Robinson
4th
Mick King / John McGee
5th
Julie O’Neill / Gwen Liddell
5th
Lorna Shuttlewood / Susan Wright
Sunday 27 September 2026 –-5 Table One Winner Green points
1st
Faith Hutchinson / Mick King
2nd
Mary Rose Ramsden / Raeleen Wright
3rd
Gillian McCallum / Ming Ting
4th
Rodney Miles / Eric Goodchild
Contributed by Joy Block

Ladies Champion - Lily Boland. Photo supplied
The Mackay Table Tennis Association 2026 Closed Championships wrapped up after two busy days of competition on Saturday, September 12 and Sunday, September 13, with 44 players taking part across Open, divisional, veteranand junior events.
The Championships produced plenty of close table tennis, with matches across the program going to a deciding fifth game and several players backing up repeatedly across singles and doubles events.
In the premier events, Lily Boland claimed the Open Women’s Singles title ahead of Emma Widdup, while Goncalo Serra Gageiro won the Open Men’s Singles with Mick Ruhl runner-up. The men’s final provided an appropriate climaxto the event, with Goncalo needing all five games to overcome Mick.
Goncalo enjoyed an outstanding championship, also taking the Over 30/40 Men’s Singles and combining with Mick to win the Open Men’s Doubles. He added another doubles title alongside Janice Kent in the Open Mixed Doubles.
The Open Men’s Doubles produced some of the weekend’s best contests. Goncalo and Mick were taken to five games by Neil Brown and Steven Whiting in the final before prevailing 3–2. Earlier, Lee Brake and Graham Brake also went the distance against Barry Patterson and Abbas Irshad, while Neil and Steven survived another five-game encounter on their way to the decider.
The Open Mixed Doubles was similarly competitive. Goncalo and Janice eventually took the title, but several matches required all five games. Mick and Donna Abbott were pushed to five by Anne Sheridan and Allan Edwards, while Lily and Trent Day were also involved in a five-game battle.
Emma and Lily combined to win the Open Women’s Doubles, with Anne and Janice finishing runners-up. Emma also enjoyed a strong singles championship, winning both the Over 30/40 and Over 50 Women’s titles.
The age events demonstrated the depth of competition across the association. Steven won the Over 50 Men’s Singles, Anne claimed the Over 60 Women’s Singles, and Neil completed an impressive double by winning both the Over 60 and Over 65 Men’s titles. Judy Zahn took the Over 70 Women’s title, while Graeme Walker won the corresponding men’s championship. Pam Joyce claimed the Over 75 Women’s title and Barry won the Over 75 Men’s Singles.
Pam’s title was another of the weekend’s five-game affairs, with Gloria Vella taking her to a deciding game before Pam prevailed 3–2.
Graeme also carried the heaviest playing workload of the Championships, contesting 71 individual games across 19 matches in five events. His program included Open Singles, Open Men’s Doubles, Over 65 and Over 70 Singles, and Veteran Doubles.
Remarkably, 20 of those games came in the Over 65 Men’s event alone, while his Veteran Doubles campaign with Rachel Fiesta featured three consecutive five-game matches on the way to the final.
Graeme’s path through the Over 65 Men’s event alone included several demanding contests. He and Allan went the full five games in their round-robin group, before Graeme later needed five games to defeat Geoff Cowan in the semi-final. Neil eventually took the title in four games.
The Veteran Doubles produced perhaps the greatest concentration of five-game matches. Graeme Walker and Rachel Fiesta were involved in three consecutive five-game contests on their way to the final, while Steven Whiting and Daniel Warfield, and Allan Edwards and Pam Joyce, were among the other combinations taken to five. Steven and Daniel eventually claimed the title, with Graeme and Rachel runners-up.
Division 2 also produced plenty of drama. Delma Knight won the Women’s Singles, while Ian McKay claimed the Men’s title ahead of Oliver Hamelink. Ian’s path included a five-game win over Remy Zhan, while Peter and Logan Brown also needed all five games to settle their quarter-final.
The Division 2 Men’s round-robin stage provided one of the more unusual results of the tournament, with Allan Robins, Daniel and Logan finishing level on match points. Their final positions had to be determined using the ITTF tied-player comparison procedure, taking into account results between the tied players, games ratio and then points ratio.

Ian also partnered George Camilleri to win the Division 2 Doubles, defeating Branko Vucurovic and Tony in the final.
The junior events added another dimension to Sunday’s program. Logan won the Under 15 Singles, while Trent claimed the Over 15 title. Trent’s clash with Lily was one of the junior highlights, going the full five games before Trent prevailed 3–2.
Lily then partnered Ocean Gawander to win the Junior Doubles. The semi-final between Oliver and Logan and Trent and Will Casey was another five-game contest, with Oliver and Logan progressing before finishing runners-up.
Across the two days, the Championships provided competition for players spanning several generations and playing standards. The frequency of five-game matches across Open, divisional, veteran and junior events highlighted how closely contested much of the weekend was, with many results remaining undecided until the final game.
The Mackay Table Tennis Association congratulates all players who took part and thanks the scorers, officials and volunteers whose contribution helped make the Championships possible.
Full results from the 2026 Mackay Closed Championships are available through the Mackay Table Tennis Association website.
Contributed with thanks to Andrea Payne

Photo source: Mackay Basketball
Mackay’s U12 Starettes have claimed a silver medal at the State Championships following an outstanding tournament from the young team. The Starettes finished as runners-up, with coaches and players congratulated on their strong effort throughout the tournament.

Mackay’s Harrup Park redevelopment could take another step towards becoming a major multi-sport hub, with the state government committing $23.5 million towards the project’s second stage and calling on the Federal Government to match its investment.
The proposed redevelopment would deliver a new indoor sporting venue featuring courts for netball, basketball, volleyball and badminton, alongside indoor cricket nets and AFL training facilities. The project would also include Sporting Wheelies and Paralympian training facilities, all-abilities facilities, a gym, dormitory accommodation, community sports meeting rooms and administration offices for AFL, cricket and other community sports.
Minister for Sport and Racing and Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Tim Mander said the facility would provide important infrastructure for the region.
“Mackay is a great sporting community, and it deserves to have great community sports facilities which is why we committed to help deliver Stage 2 of the Harrup Park redevelopment before the last State Election,” Minister Mander said.
“We are delivering $23.5 million through the incredibly successful Games On! program to make this happen for the people of Mackay and the region and are calling on the Federal Government to match the funding.”
The proposed development would build on Harrup Park’s existing Great Barrier Reef Arena, with the State Government describing the combined facilities as a major sporting and community hub.
Member for Mackay Nigel Dalton said the next stage could provide opportunities for both community participants and elite athletes.
“We already have the stadium for our community members to watch the best, and with this next stage of the Harrup Park community, they can aspire to be the best,” Mr Dalton said.
“We know the importance of sport to the people of Mackay, and this facility will not only encourage more community members to be active, but it will also provide better elite-level infrastructure to guide our future champions and I hope the Federal Government will support our community."
Harrup Park General Manager Adrian Young said Stage 2 was intended to support athletes throughout their sporting journeys, from grassroots participation through to high-performance competition.
“This is infrastructure that will benefit our young athletes and sporting clubs for generations, while also giving Mackay the facilities to attract major training camps, tournaments and opportunities associated with Brisbane 2032 and beyond,” Mr Young said.
“The State Government’s $23.5 million commitment has given us a strong foundation, and securing the remaining investment will allow us to deliver the full vision for our region.”
The project remains dependent on securing the additional funding, after Harrup Park was unsuccessful in its application to the Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program.
“While we were disappointed to be unsuccessful through the Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program, we remain hopeful that we can work constructively with the Federal Government to secure funding for this vital regional project.”

Sunday winners are grinners. Photo supplied
Tuesday winners were Skin Querro and Kevin Jewel defeating Neale Chittenden and Laurie Land. In the other game it was very tight with Sharyn Cadman, Deb Retchless and Gavin Charles defeating Lindy Suann, Sue Shearing and Pat Tracey by one shot. The jackpot didn’t go off.
The first round of Club Mixed Fours was played on Saturday with Denise Wallace, Teresa Willshire, Penny Warren and Allan Rolfe defeating Celly Jeal, Stuart Jeal, Kevin Daniels and Gavin Charles, Lindy Suann, Linda Scells, Deb Retchless and Laurie Land defeated Neale Chittenden, Kennedy Whitton, Mark Drummond and Robyn Stitt. The final to be played in a few weeks.
Sunday afternoon social bowls winners came out on Rink 5 and they were Neale Chittenden, Graham Hampton and Penny Warren defeating Bill Myers, Deb Retchless and Alby Vigar. In the other games Teresa Willshire, Skin Querro and Allan Rolfe defeated Toby Gavin, Charles and Stuart Jeal, Toni Bowen, Jim Quod and Graeme Read defeated Lindy Suann, Laurie Land and Pat Tracey. The jackpot didn’t go off.
This Saturday Wangaratta will be hosting the Country Pennant between Ayr, Brandon, Bowen and Wangaratta. With a full day’s play starting at 8.30am there will be plenty of action, so head on down and give us a cheer on.
Contributed with thanks to Penny Warren.

Tora Delac with Coach Mark Erickson presented with special National Shirt
There were big smiles, close finishes, and plenty of personal bests at the Cannonvale Cannons’ Club Night on Wednesday, as swimmers of all ages cheered each other on.
The youngest Cannons gave families plenty to celebrate. Stella Mulliss swam the 12m Breaststroke in 17.76 seconds, Zara Temple showed smooth technique in her 25m Breaststroke, finishing in 30.92 seconds. Archie Johnston, aged six, completed a super 12m Freestyle in 15.69 seconds. Fellow six-year-old Alfie Konopka took more than two seconds off his previous best in the 12m Butterfly.
Lennox Wild was delighted with his personal best in the 25m Breaststroke. Indigo Harland, Lily Woolston and Joshua Ketchup also set personal bests in the 50m Freestyle, while Eric Mulliss had a great night with personal bests in both the 25m Freestyle and 100m Butterfly.
Among Wednesday’s standout performers for personal bests were Zavier Woolston, Summer Papa, Cooper Konopka, Joshua Ketchup, Koa Harland, Toby Papa, and Dusty Papa. The Coaches Award went to Isla Johnston for her excellent 50m Backstroke.
The Chocolate Award recognised two remarkably close swims: Jake Temple and Zavier Woolston each finished just 0.01 seconds outside their previous best time!
Congratulations also go to Blaire Harland, Jax Eaves, Harper Plested, Joshua Ketchup, Miller Eaves, Faithlyn Trotter, and Mason Plested on their upgrades.
The Cannons wished Tora Delac and Coach Mark Erickson all the best at the Australian Short Course Championships in Sydney. Tora has qualified for two open events: the 50m Backstroke and 100m Individual Medley.
Contributed with thanks to Raylene Rasmusssen.

This time of year is peak time for enjoying a game of bowls, the green is running beautifully, the days are not too hot or too cold and that pesky wind that we are enjoying makes for concentration on each and every shot.
On Wednesday Social Bowls Vince Olsen brought along his grandson for a game of bowls and it was lovely to see just how well he handled the game.
Sam, Trevor Parsons, Vince Olsen and Heather Brown defeated Sam, Alen Sanderson, Philip Brown and Sandy Daffara 16 - 2 and then in the second game Sam, Alen, Trevor and Sandy defeated Sam, Vince, Philip and Heather 10 -8.
On Sunday Graham Thropp and Heather Brown defeated Bruce Uhe and Philip Brown 18 - 1; Henny Tattam, Alen Sanderson and Sandy Daffara defeated Henny, Arthur Griffith and Trevor Parsons 9 - 3. In the second game Graham and Trevor defeated Arthur and Philip 15 - 11; Henny, Bruce and Sandy defeated Henny, Alen and Heather 10 - 5.
Contributed with thanks to Proserpine Bowls Club.

Chris Opie with his Scroungers Trophy won Saturday afternoon. Photo supplied
Another wonderful week of lawn bowls in our little club in paradise with so much activity.
Tuesday afternoon saw the Ladies Spring Fling with teams attending from Mackay , Bowen and Townsville to compete and the winning team from the Northern Beaches in Mackay, West Tigers ladies team a close second.
Wednesday afternoon saw 32 bowlers vying for the winner's prize which went to skipper Glen O'Brien who teamed up with Annette Pickering in a dazzling display of precision bowling to overcome visiting Skipper Liam Trotter and Jamie Strickland 38-14.
Saturday morning saw the final of Scroungers with this season's champion Chris Opie beating second place Rick Galea, and third place John Matterson .
Sunday afternoon saw 23 bowlers participating and it was a very productive afternoon and again it was skipper Warren Mills, whom has been in awesome form lately and directed his team of lead Mandy O'Brien and second Dawn Dowell.
Finally, it was wonderful to see Russell Jackson make the final 4 in the Champion of Champions Senior Singles at South Suburban Bowls Club which was won by Chris Gee from the Northern Beaches Club.
Contributed with thanks to Mark Mawson.

Winner Cheryle Corbett and Runner up Brenda Trannore. Photo supplied
Contributed with thanks by Sue Hazledine
North Mackay Ladies Bowls held its Consistency Final on Wednesday 16th September, with Cheryle Corbett taking on Brenda Trannore for the title.
The final produced a closely contested display of precise and consistent bowling, with both players putting in a wonderful effort throughout the game.
After a strong contest, it was Cheryle who emerged victorious, finishing the match as the Consistency winner to the delight of her fellow North Mackay ladies.
Congratulations were extended to Cheryle on her win, with Brenda also acknowledged for her efforts in reaching the final.

Photo source: Mackay SHS
Mackay State High School celebrated a successful day at the 2026 T2S Barefoot Touch Carnival, with two teams competing throughout the event.
The school’s Traffic Cones team got the day off to a strong start, claiming victory in the Relay Race.
Supa Tuff Dudes then battled through the touch competition to reach the Grand Final, where they faced Northern Beaches State High School.

The Mackay State High School side secured the win to be crowned the 2026 T2S Barefoot Touch Carnival champions, bringing the shield back to the school.
Both teams represented Mackay High with pride, teamwork and great spirit throughout the day.

The school also thanked Mackay Youth Justice and the T2S team, particularly Hiali and Sophie, for putting together an enjoyable day for the young people involved.

Members of the club who wished to walk in the perfect weather available last Sunday were able to choose, and seven opted for the beach, while another eight decided to rise to the challenge and face a day of serious climbing in the Homevale National Park.
Ken Fihelly escorted his group out to the Mt Addar Road for the start of the assault on Clarke’s Pinnacle which is about 3 km NNE of Sydney Heads. Most of the morning was taken up climbing a long steep ridge with an elevation of 350m. Saplings, vines and rock obstacles made for hard going which was rewarded by spectacular views across a wide deep valley to Clarke’s Pinnacle, which was the destination. Lunch was taken at a lookout with Sydney Heads, Mt Britton, Mt Fort Cooper and the Marling Spikes all in sight. The ascent of Clarke’s Pinnacle itself led to views of Kinchant Dam and parts of the Pioneer Valley, followed by a steep descent down a dry gully. It was a hard but rewarding walk and the journey back to the cars involved trying to avoid lantana.
Mandy Nimmo’s group assembled at Illawong Beach at 11 am to suit the tide, as Shellgrit Creek had to be negotiated early on after walking for a short distance along the beach. The destination was the mouth of Bakers Creek, and a clear blue sky and a gentle breeze made for excellent walking conditions. The offshore islands were outlined crisply, and soldier crabs were out in their hundreds. The serious photographers in the group found lots of interesting subjects, and a shady, grassy spot was found for lunch. Most of the group completed the entire distance of about 11km, and with the mountains to the south, the sparkling ocean, and the perfect conditions, a great day was had.
For more information on upcoming kayaking, cycling and walking activities, phone 0429 363 929.
Contributed with thanks by Carole Weekes

Mackay Rowing Club Masters competitors delivered a strong showing at the 2026 World Rowing Masters Regatta in Slovenia. Photos supplied
Contributed with thanks by Therese Russell.
Four Mackay Rowing Club Masters competitors took on the world’s best at the 2026 World Rowing Masters Regatta, held on Lake Bled in Bled, Slovenia, from September 9th to 13th.
The small Mackay club recorded a number of strong results across the regatta, including two gold medals.
Therese Clancy claimed gold in the WG1x before teaming up with Jane Deguara to win gold in the WG2x.
Therese also recorded a third-place finish in the WF1x, while partnering with Richard McGrath to finish fourth in the Mixed F2x.
In the Mixed G2x, Therese and Lachlan McDonald finished second.
Mick Wohlfahrt and Lachy McDonald also secured a second-place finish.
The Mackay contingent added further podium finishes in the Mixed F4x, finishing third, while the Mixed G4x crew placed fourth.
The results marked a strong showing for the Mackay Rowing Club at an international masters event.

Photo is of the finalists for "Jan Meng Memorial Doubles Competition" - (L-R) Runners Up - Coral Morgan & Judy Zahn join the Winners - Sharon Muller & George Camilleri. Photo supplied
Well done to everyone that played Season 3 Morning and Evening Fixtures. Season 4 will commence on the 6th October and please contact Donna or Steve if your interested in being part of a team.
Evening Fixtures celebrated Finals night with Division 1: Cheetahs (Goncalo Serra, Allan Edwards, Janice Kent) defeating Jaguar (Mick Ruhl, Graeme Walker, Syed Hossain) 6-2, with no 5 set matches, Janice was to strong for Graeme (10,-9,2,10).
Division 2 was not so 1 sided Cod (Delma Knight, Steve Mathieson, Darryl Ross) snuck home 6-5 over Dolphins (Mark Stam, Ricky Zhan, Mark Bowerman), some very good matches but Steve fought back from 2 sets down to win an incredible 5 sets to beat Mark S (-3,-12,7,5,14).
Tuesday Morning players took part in the “Jan Meng Memorial Doubles Competition”, this is a fantastic doubles competition that combines all divisions together. The top ranked player teams up with the bottom ranked player, which means we always pair up with someone different. This year was very tough but a big Congratulations to George Camilleri and Sharon Muller getting home in the final against Judy Zahn and Coral Morgan (5,-10,6,4).
Contributed with thanks by Andrea Payne

Club Team Winners Terry, Noel, Max & Diane. Photos supplied
Contributed with thanks by Joy Block
The 2026 Club Teams Championship was played last Saturday. Twelve teams competed over two sessions with the Holewa Team of Max & Diane Holewa, Noel Bugeia and Terry Sheedy being this year’s winner.
The Airlie Beach Red Point event was held Wednesday, with sixty-four members from across our Whitsunday Zone taking part.

Weekly Result
Monday 14 September 2026 – 9 Table Mitchell Green Points
N/S
E/W
1st
Jan Harris / Helen Van Den Breok
1st
David Ting / Eric Goodchild
2nd
Barbara Tait / Margaret Lane
2nd
Griffin Bancroft / Gwen Liddell
3rd
Edward Kliese / Diane Stokes
3rd
Anne Lutz / Joy Springer
4th
Margaret Lane / Barbara Tait
4th
Monica Darley / Joy Block
Tuesday Evening 15 September 2026 – 6 Table One Winner Green Points
1st
Janet Hansen / Diane Morgan
2nd
Helen Van Den Broek / Terry Sheedy
3rd
Mick King / John McGee
4th
Martin Pearce / Glen Cocup
Wednesday 16 September 2026 – 4 Table Mitchell Green Points
1st
Kath Poole / Monica Darley
1st
Robert Carless / Joy Robinson
2nd
Debbie Ludkin / Geoff Taylor
2nd
Victor Mason / John Ludkin
Thursday Evening 17 September 2026 –-4cTable One Winner Green Points
1st
Ken Seaniger / Robert Carless
2nd
Griffin Bancroft / Mick King
3rd
Adrian Westcott / Louise Renton
Friday 18 September 2026 –- 11 Table Mitchell Green Points
1st
Janine Rodgers / Richard Wix
1st
Janelle Conroy / Noel Bugeia
2nd
Max Holewa / Diane Holewa
2nd
Ming Ting / David Ting
3rd
Alan Brown / Frances Brown
3rd
Diane Cox / Christine Nice
4th
Josie Crowley / Victor Mason
4th
Eric Goodchild / Sandy Patterson
5th
Faith Hutchinson / Monica Darley
5th
Jewel Schmidt / Annette Howe
Saturday 19 September 2026 –-11 Table Mitchell Green points
1st
Annie Lynch / Sandra Morris
1st
Monica Darley / Nancy Martin
2nd
Ming Ting / David Ting
2nd
Jan Harris / Andrew Canavan
3rd
Susan Wright / Faye Wright
3rd
Martin Pearce / Patricia Garner
4th
Sue Mayer-Miller / Geoffrey Patterson
4th
Kay Jones / Dianne Cook
5th
Mary Rose Ramsden / Christine Nice
5th
Ken Seaniger / Joy Robinson