New students and teachers at Cannonvale State School enjoyed a visit from the Zonta Club of the Whitsundays last week and learnt all about the school’s long-term connection with the organisation. The connection with Cannonvale State School began over 25 years ago during Pam Graham’s tenure as Principal and Annie Lloyd Lewis’s as Vice Principal. Founding member Wendy Downs, along with other dedicated women, helped establish the Zonta Club of the Whitsundays, which has since become a vital part of
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With the biggest professional field competing since the Cairns Ironman Triathlon the 24th running of the Coral Sea Marina Resort Airlie Beach Triathlon Festival proved an outstanding success on the weekend. Held in perfect weather conditions for racing and with record fields of over 200 competitors, the Olympic Distance Triathlon was won by Charlie Quin (1.52.33) in the men’s division and Richelle Hill (2.01.56) in the women’s division. Richelle Hill, 2012 Olympian Radka Kahlefeldt, and Cairn
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On Thursday night a multi-agency search and rescue operation successfully saved three local men who were out fishing when their 6.9-metre vessel began sinking near Block Reef, reportedly about 70 nautical miles offshore. The men were rescued after a mayday call was received at 10:15pm. Water Police, Volunteer Marine Rescue Association Queensland (VMRAQ), and a civilian boat were all involved in the rescue operation. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) also received an Emergency Posit
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Over 100 people attended the unveiling of headstones for un-marked soldiers at Proserpine’s Old Cemetery last Saturday 27th July. Organiser of the event Lyn Burke said that Whitsunday Old Iron Restorers Car Club put flags and timber crosses up on the unrecognised soldiers’ gravesites every year. This year, however, the community rallied together to give the soldiers proper headstones. The Whitsunday Old Iron Restorers Car Club raised over $5000 for molds, concreting, and plaques and now the
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August is shaping up to be a great month of activity and opportunities with the Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Pop Up Chamber, 8 August Start your day right, 9am-11am Thursday 8 August at Porters Mitre 10 Whitsunday, Cannonvale. Join the Chamber and Porters Mitre 10 teams for a free BBQ brekkie and raffle prizes. This is a free event for all, an informal gathering of business owners. Simply drop by, make new connections, and get up-to-date on Chamber developments and have your sa
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Pack your bags, and prepare for take-off because from Sunday 1 September, the Whitsunday Coast Airport will offer a selection of brand-new Jetstar flights directly to Adelaide. Confirmed earlier this year, the flights will take off on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday each week, with the introduction set to significantly boost local tourism in both the Whitsundays and Adelaide. In celebration of the February announcement, a one-way sale saw fares available from $99 earlier this year, and Jetstar’
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Are you ready to make good things happen in our community? Bendigo Community Bank Cannonvale-Proserpine is seeking expressions of interest to join our Board. “Like many of the organisations and clubs we sponsor, the Board of the locally owned and operated Bendigo Community Bank are also volunteers,” said Community Bank Cannonvale-Proserpine Chairman Mark Henry. “We acknowledge and value the passion and commitment volunteers make to any organisation. There are so many opportunities available to
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In 2022, RACQ CQ Rescue was called upon 638 times for various emergency situations, logging 1,147 flying hours, with the longest mission covering 936 km. Notably, 42% of these missions were in the Whitsunday region. This year, they've been chosen as one of the charities for the Mayor's Charity Ball along side the Whitsunday Suicide Prevention Network. Get behind this vital service by buying tickets or becoming a sponsor for the event! To buy tickets head to https://bit.ly/MayorsCharityBall or to
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The month of August is celebration time in our Whitsundays as the focus switches from the outback fun of the Bowen River Rodeo to our seaside town of Airlie Beach for the Great Barrier Reef Festival and Airlie Beach Race Week. Council is proud to provide sponsorship for both events as these annual celebrations not only showcase the natural beauty of our region, but also highlight the incredible community spirit that makes the Whitsundays such a special place to live and visit. The Reef Festiva
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Students from Bowen State High School are involved in two projects this semester with a focus on learning more about Aquaculture and Agriculture. HarvestEd is an online program facilitated by the Queensland Virtual STEM Academy and the University of Melbourne and is designed for students in Years 8 to 9 in North Queensland to build their knowledge of innovations in agriculture, to promote sustainability and to utilise the design thinking framework to understand local issues and generate possib
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Are you a lover of live theatre and music? Proserpine State High School’s Seagrass Theatre and Music Company present their ‘Musical Theatre Night’ on Saturday 17th of August. The annual event allows students from Years 7-12 to showcase their singing and dancing talents on stage performing family-friendly classics from musicals such as, ‘Hairspray’ and ‘Grease’ to name a few. You may recognise some of the familiar faces on stage from the student-run company’s productions of ‘Sweet Charity’
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The Coral Sea Marina Resort Airlie Beach Triathlon Festival kickstarted last Saturday and a record number of 96 children took part in the Junior Triathlon. Organisers Val and Michael Kimpton were thrilled with the event and the overall turnout. “It was magnificent, tiring but a magnificent sight,” Val said. A young boy named Attila was gifted the Encouragement Of The Year Award for his incredible efforts. This award was the perpetual trophy in memory of Stirling Edwards-Bland, a keen local s
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Friday 2 August The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Mat Stokes (7pm – 10pm) Grand View Hotel: Rebelquin (8pm – 12am) Whitsunday Sailing Club: Live Music (5pm – 8pm) KC’s: Tash (from 8pm) Saturday 3 August The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Bustamento (2pm – 5.30pm) The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Mat Stokes (7pm – 10pm) Coral Sea Pavillion: Live Music (from 1pm) Grand View Hotel: DJ Night/Charly Templar (8pm – 12am) Whitsunday Sailing Club: Live Music (1pm – 4pm) Whitsunday Sailing Club: Live Music (5pm – 8pm
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August 1-4 Great Barrier Reef Festival, Airlie Beach, from 9am 2 Airlie Beach Movie Night – Finding Dory, Airlie Beach Foreshore, from 6pm 3 Mini Roller Disco, PCYC Whitsunday, from 10am 6 Sailing For Those With Disability, Whitsunday Sailing Club, from 9am 6 Whalebone, at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre, from 1pm and 6pm 8-15 Airlie Beach Race Week 8 Adult Learn to Skate, PCYC, from 6pm 8 Eskimo Joe, at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre, from 7.30pm 9 Airlie Beach Movie Night – Tinkerbel
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Returning to Airlie Beach for the 13th time to perform, is Australia’s number one touring INXS tribute INXS “REVIVED” staring frontman Dellacoma Rio. Dellacoma Rio and the band are gearing up and getting excited to come and play at Airlie Beach Hotel: “We've got a very, very high energy show. Airlie Beach is one of only two hotels that we play in Australia, everywhere else we play performing arts centers, theater and festivals.” “Airlie Beach has become a bit of a second home; they saved us a b
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The 82nd Annual Uniting Church Flower Show & Fete will be held on Saturday, 31st August 2024 from 10 - 2:00pm. Get ready to blossom at the upcoming show which is held at the Cyclone Shelter in Proserpine State Primary School. This year's theme is "Springtime in Proserpine." Head to the flower show this year to catch up with friends and enjoy local entertainment, surrounded by beautiful flowers, amazing fruit and veg, and delicious home baking. There are various stalls for you to enjoy during y
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The Shoreside Long Lunch at Airlie Beach Race Week is an exclusive culinary event that offers a delightful food experience amidst the stunning beauty of the Whitsundays. This ticketed event with limited seats, is a must-attend for those seeking a special and intimate dining experience. Guests are treated to a sumptuous lunch, featuring a thoughtfully curated menu that showcases the best of local ingredients. The experience begins with an assortment of delectable canapés, an alternate drop entrée
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Proserpine Entertainment Centre is hosting ‘Whalebone,’ a show set to make you laugh out loud, gasp in awe, and let your imagination soar. Whalebone is said to be filled with eccentric contraptions, strange machinery and clunky inventions and even includes the world’s first half-human juggling machine. Hidden within the enigmatic ‘Depository,’ the show takes you through a journey with a solitary worker who has a crucial mission. In an era where AI and machines increasingly control our choices, h
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Colonial Palms’ managers, Greg and Nettie Dunlop are approaching 12 months since taking charge of the resort and the place has been completely revitalised. With the support and dedication of long-term local team on staff, Greg and Nettie have created a vibrant atmosphere where they are regularly praised by guests for the happy team and good vibes. Greg and Nettie have worked in business management for 50 years and know the importance of having good teams. Established in the 1980’s Colonial P
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At Mika Airlie Kitchen & Bar prepare to be transported to the 70’s with their house-made California Margarita. Ingredients: • Tequila (GF) • Triple Sec • Fresh lime juice • Vanilla • Clove • Ginger • Almond bitters Mika is bringing back a classic 1970’s margarita and the ingredients combine to create a charming and refreshing cocktail that is very easy to drink. The vanilla provides a sweetness to the margarita, which is contrasted by the fresh lime juice that offe
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80 gms ricotta-filled ravioli (white and green pasta) 20 gms butter 1 tblsp green peppercorns 4 capers (chopped) 10 gms fresh shallots or spring onions (sliced) 20 gms smoked salmon (sliced thin) 40 mls cream 10 gms fresh parmesan 10 mls Napolitana Sauce Salt and pepper Napolitana Sauce: 1 tblsp olive oil 1 clove garlic (crushed) 1 small bunch fresh basil 1 small can peeled Italian tomatoes Salt and pepper Put olive oil in small pot, sauté garlic, basil and add sliced tomatoes. Season to tast
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During winter, only once or twice a year, a special day occurs when the tides are low enough for people to walk to Bowen’s Lighthouse. This year Ingham resident Mary Brown is travelling down from Ingham to complete the walk alongside her family. This walk is special Mary not only because of the rarity of the tide, but because her mother grew up on Bowen’s lighthouse island. “There’s just a bit of connection there that I really like, and I want to do that walk desperately,” said Ms Bowen. “I
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On the first of September, we are thrilled to be welcoming a new direct service from Adelaide into Whitsunday Coast Airport. This new route will give 1.8 million people direct access to The Whitsundays with Jetstar. To support the route and to encourage visitation, we have recently launched a significant destination awareness campaign in Adelaide. This campaign runs across radio, billboards across Adelaide, digital advertisements and social media activity. The campaign is led by the messa
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The Whitsundays Writers Festival is excited to finalise its line-up of fourteen featured local authors in this year’s program. Festival President, Karen Jacobsen said, "We are thrilled to be partnering with all our featured local authors in providing them a national platform to share their creativity, their journeys, and introduce readers to their new and important Australian stories.” The festival has announced four new featured local authors. Sandy Clark is an Airlie Beach local, public spe
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Every Saturday morning during the school term, PCYC Whitsunday turns into a fun, skating disco hall. With party lights, music, games it’s a great fun way to start the weekend. This school term will be the second term the Mini Roller Disco has ran, and it is already gaining popularity and growing in numbers. Jane Streeter started Mini Roller Disco after deciding she wanted a regular fun skating activity that families could do without feeling any pressure to attend. She wanted to provide an act
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