May 14, 2026

More Than 200 Leaders Gather for Whitsundays State of the Region

Paul McLaughlin/ Craig Barker / Mike Aviet / Marlene Reiffel

The Think Big State of the Region seminar brought together representatives from across the region to share ideas, build connections and show their support for future growth.

Stuart Field, Bernie Hogan, Clay Bauman

Jaclyn Watson/ Rachael Smith

Leanne Abernethy, Carl Walker, Jenn Honnery, Paul McLaughlin

Trish Jandt, Katelyn Aslett, Lachlan Mee, Kirsten Goldup, Tolita Dukes

Ben Patullo, Tim McQuoid-Mason, Mel Collins, Julia Wheway, Tim Oberg, Craig Turner

Terry Archer, Allan Milostic, Val Kimpton, Michael Kimpton, George Canfield

Tyler Hillery, Paul Hillery, Kelly Anderson, Garret Byrne

Tina West, Stacy Harvey, Scott Reed, Margie Murphy

Tim Booth, Amanda Camm, Tash (Natassia) Wheeler

Clay Bauman, Mel Collins, Ry Collins, Jan Clifford

Photo credit: Rachael Smith