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Recently, Jade from Tourism Whitsundays had the pleasure of experiencing SeaLink Whitsundays’ Big Island Day Tour. Aboard their new vessel, Reef Quest, Jade went on the five star boat trip to Whitehaven Beach, and said it was a truly exceptional experience! The vessel's luxury is instantly apparent; it has a sleek modern design, air-conditioned interiors, and plush seating, the boat provides a stylish environment, making the journey as enjoyable as the destination. On the journey to Whitehav
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Tourism Whitsundays partners with national media to highlight the best experiences our region has to offer. Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting Dilvin Yasa from 9Honey, the lifestyle arm of nine.com.au, known for uncovering and sharing top local gems. Dilvin's visit focused on showcasing the fantastic family-friendly land-based experiences and accommodation options available in The Whitsundays. During her stay, Dilvin spent a long weekend at the Big4 Adventure Resort, which provides the
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Bowen Community Centre is thrilled to announce this year’s ‘Buy A Pie To Keep Them Dry’ event was a tremendous success, raising over $3,000 to support homeless in the community. The funds raised will be used to provide essential items such as tents, swags, and backpacks to those in need. This year’s event took a different turn from the last, where the Community Centre hosted ‘Hamburgers for the Homeless’, which was warmly received by the Bowen community. During this event, the staff and v
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Creative’s Connections latest Art Exhibition opened last Thursday night to coincide with the start of Airlie Beach Race Week. Over 200 guests attended the opening night, enjoying an array of beautiful paintings and sculptures responding to the theme “Sails and Stories”. The exhibition finished up yesterday concluding with the announcement of the Tassals People’s Choice Award. The winning artist will receive a $500 prize.
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Individuals wore their best blues, greens and aquamarines to enjoy the Airlie Beach Race Week Shoreside Long Table Lunch on Monday. Guests tucked into a gourmet lunch featuring a delightful array of exquisite canapés, followed by a meticulously curated menu that showcased an abundance of fresh and local ingredients. Each dish was thoughtfully prepared to highlight the region's rich flavours and culinary traditions, creating a memorable dining experience that perfectly complemented the elegant at
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Did you know that this year’s Airlie Beach Race Week Festival Village was powered entirely by the sun? Airlie Beach Race Week’s Festival Village was fuelled entirely by Mobile Power Trailers’ solar panels. Founder of Mobile Power Trailers Adam Janczyk said people were excited to see the power trailers driving the Festival Village ever since they announced the new innovation. “Last time when we were here, we announced that we would go off-grid and sustainable, everyone was very excited about i
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Two weeks ago, Andrew Willcox dropped in to congratulate Libby Edge and her team at Eco Barge CleanSeas on receiving a much-needed $4000 volunteer grant to upgrade their outdated computer equipment. Libby requested the grant back in November last year after seeing the volunteer grant opportunity on Federal Member for Dawson, Andrew Willcox’s newsletter, and received it in May this year which Libby described as a “great turn around!” Before receiving the grant Libby and her team were using really
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Book Week is an exciting and magical celebration, that captivates the imaginations of children across Australia. This year’s Book Week has an enchanting theme ‘Reading is Magic’ and it is encouraging children to read in a fun way. ‘Reading is Magic’ will be at taking place in all Whitsunday Regional Council libraries and there will be themed story times and activities for children to enjoy throughout Book Week. Families can go in and there are lots of play stations set up, songs are also su
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Alongside the Olympic athletes, students from Bowen State High School have been excelling on the track for the past few weeks. Bowen State High School celebrated 30 years of inclusive athletics at The Challenge Games on Wednesday 24th July. The Challenge Games are an annual event held at the Townsville Sports Reserve, which allows students of all ages with disabilities to participate in a range of athletic and novelty activities. Bowen State High School students represent their school with p
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A dedicated careers’ program has launched for students at Bowen State High School with a focus on know and grow local. Career Academy Grow Local Connection comprises a five-session program for students to explore local career opportunities of which a key feature is the inclusion of local employer guest panels to dig deeper into just what’s on offer locally, and students hear first-hand about the range of job options and opportunities. Bowen State High School Principal, Rob Harris has welcomed
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If there is one place that knows about Lawn Mowers, it's Whitsunday Mowers, the company dates back to 25 years ago, and was bought by Wayne and Sharron Drabsch in 2018. Wayne, a seasoned business owner, brings extensive experience to the lawn mower industry. With over 40 years as a mechanic and a passion for lawn mowers dating back to when he was 13—when he would take community mowers home to study and tinker with them —Wayne combines deep technical knowledge with a lifelong enthusiasm for the f
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Feeling lower than low, after discovering that someone I knew and trusted had been stealing from us for some time, I went to my vegie patch with a very heavy heart. I discovered three things: Firstly, Bandicoots had returned. They had destroyed two of my newly planted garden beds. Totally unsavable. Secondly, when picking what I thought were beautiful red ripe heritage tomatoes, on closer inspection, they turned out to be eaten by caterpillars. I had not recovered the crop after the wind had b
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Events in Paris make Proserpine’s links to previous Olympics very topical. Although there are no Proserpinians competing in the current Olympic Games people, from this great sporting town have certainly made significant contributions to Australia’s success in the Paralympics. And there have also been two wonderful occasions when the Olympic Torch relay has passed through the region involving many locals and attracting large crowds. Alan Dufty, a wheelchair athlete, competed in three Paralympic
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The eagerly awaited return of the Whitsundays Writers Festival in September 2024 offers an exciting opportunity for writers, poets, and book cover designers across Australia. In a bold initiative, the Festival launched earlier this year the Whitsundays Literary Heart Awards, offering substantial cash prizes to recognise and honour outstanding contributions to the literary and design landscape. The Heart Awards’ mission is to spotlight the diverse talents within the Australian creative community
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August 17 Mini Roller Disco, PCYC Whitsunday, from 10am 17 Ben Bolt Cup Race Day, Bowen Turf Club, from 11am 17 Seagrass Musical Theatre Night, Proserpine State High School, from 6pm (7pm start) 20 Sailing For Those With Disability, Whitsunday Sailing Club, from 9am 24 Mini Roller Disco, PCYC Whitsunday, from 10am 24 Thanks Doc, Larrikin Hotel, from 5.30pm 25 Dingo Beach Sunday Markets, Dingo Beach Community Hall grounds, from 8am 29 The Gruffalo, at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre, from 6p
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Friday 9 August The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Andy Mammers (7pm – 10pm) Grand View Hotel: Ash Smith (8pm – 12am) Whitsunday Sailing Club: Live Music (5pm – 8pm) KC’s: Phoenix Revival (from 8pm) Saturday 10 August The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: INXS (2pm – 5.30pm) The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Andy Mammers (7pm – 10pm) Coral Sea Pavillion: Live Music (from 1pm) Grand View Hotel: Ash Smith (8pm – 12am) Whitsunday Sailing Club: Live Music (1pm – 4pm) Whitsunday Sailing Club: Live Music (5pm – 8pm) KC
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Get ready to ‘Dance, Dance, Dance’ as Australia's best and biggest Beach Boys tribute band surfs back to Airlie Beach for their 5th performance at the venue. The band, consisting of five male members and one female, delivers a live performance where every member sings and plays their own replica instruments. Their attention to detail extends to their costumes, creating an authentic experience. The band also focuses on achieving a powerful wall of sound, ensuring their performance closely resemb
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In light of growing concerns about the environmental impact of fast fashion and the current cost of living crisis, Zero Waste Solutions are excited to announce the return of their Preloved Market Night, which is coming back to Airlie Beach for the 3rd time. This community-driven event aims to promote sustainability, save you money, and bring people together for an evening of budget-friendly, eco-conscious shopping. Fast fashion’s rapid production cycles significantly contribute to pollution, wa
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Did you want to be in Paris for the Olympic skateboarding? That’s okay, next weekend the country’s best skateboarders will be coming to the Whitsundays for ‘Ramped Up Whitsundays’! This two-day event is set to draw-in skateboarders from across Australia, turning the Whitsundays into a hub of high-energy excitement. This weekend is also entirely free to watch. Day 1 – Saturday 24 August Enjoy bowl skateboarding at the Cannonvale Skatepark with local markets and live music. Day 2 – Sunday 25
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Established in 1979 by a group of passionate local anglers, the Whitsunday Game Fish Club has become a cornerstone of the region’s fishing community. The club was founded with the aim of bringing together anglers of all ages and skill levels to share knowledge, uphold the ethics of game fishing, and foster a family-friendly, competitive spirit in a fun atmosphere. Throughout the year, the club hosts a variety of fishing events, including its premier three-day Light Tackle Tournament held every O
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The Cannonvale Cannons officially kicked off the 2024/25 season with their first Club Night on Wednesday. Despite the chilly conditions, a total of 26 swimmers took to the pool, including three new members: Erik Hinrichsen, Kate Savage, and Ruby Lawson. The club extends a warm welcome to its newest members and their families. During the event, swimmers who set new club records at the Winter Carnival were recognized with certificates. Zach Trefz now holds the 50M Butterfly record for 12-year-olds
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Despite unseasonably cold weather, Paradise bowlers delivered exciting matches throughout the week. Tuesday Afternoon: Mixed Triples Quarterfinals In an unexpected upset, the team of Bobby Spees (skipper), Keith Bates (lead), and Lyn Graham (second) advanced to the semifinals by defeating the champion team of Shane and Vicki Spann, and Joan McGrath with a decisive 25-12 victory. In social bowls, teams led by Ladda Purdie and Ash Warland shared the winners' prize after a strong performance. Wedne
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The local bowls scene saw some exciting matchups over the past two weeks, with players showing great skill and teamwork on the green. Sunday, 28th July • Andy, Geoff, and Rob secured a win over Marion, Ray, and Gavin. • The trio of Alan, Lee, and Daryl defeated Gus, Keith, and Barry. • Anna, Jane, and Di triumphed over Ron and his team. Wednesday, 31st July • Ian, Ray, and Gavin bested Peter, Jeannie, and Alan. • Marion, Lee, and Lloyd claimed victory against Ron, Jane, and D
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The club experienced another bustling week, with multiple events and competitions taking place. A big thank you to all the members who contributed their time and effort, especially those assisting with school groups three times a week, organizing the farewell for former member Susan Faust, preparing for the upcoming 200s, and hosting a bowls party on Saturday. All these activities were successfully completed before the much-needed rain began to fall. Champion of Champion Pairs Over the weekend,
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Queensland (QLD) Cricket is coming to Airlie Beach with a surprise special guest. Brisbane Heat player Matt Renshaw will be attending the event. Matt Renshaw has played test cricket for Australia and is a current Brisbane Heat player. The formation of the Airlie Beach Cricket Club (ABCC) comes in perfect timing as QLD Cricket want to increase their exposure via Queensland’s ‘postcard’ destination. To promote QLD Cricket and Brisbane Heat are hosting a week of come and tries in Queenslands pos
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