One day ahead of schedule, the refurbishment and one metre widening of the boardwalk between the Coral Sea Marina Resort and Sorrento Restaurant and bar is complete. The previous boardwalk was constructed with timber and has been replaced with composite fibre materials that are “environmentally friendly and rust, rot, and corrode resistant”.
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Drink Drivers Caught Over WeekendSeventeen drink drivers were caught on roads across the Whitsundays last weekend (June 10 - June 11). Drivers were caught over the legal limit in Cannonvale, Proserpine, Collinsville, and also Jubilee Pocket.
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The sixth annual b kinder Day is coming to schools, businesses, and community groups next week and everyone is invited to mark this important day by participating in initiatives that promote kindness.
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The magic of childbirth is not lost on Bowen hospital registered midwife Aleisha Johnson. Her hard work and dedication is clear in everything she does, and she was nominated for the International Nurses Day Clinical Excellence Award in May.
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In 2022, the airspace broadcasting area around Proserpine Airport was reviewed by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). This review is used to improve pilot safety when communicating with each other in the air.
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Dates for the newly revitalised Whitsundays Writers Festival have been announced for Thursday 5 to Sunday 8 September 2024.A new committee has been formed and its Chair, Karen Jacobsen, said she is thrilled to be part of a previously loved event.
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Starting his position in January following the retirement of much-loved previous manager, Mike Porter, the new Manager of Canegrowers Proserpine, Brendon Nothard, certainly hit the ground running.
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Two of Wilmar’s global sugar traders shared the latest market intel with Proserpine canegrowers earlier this month, during a series of grower meetings in north and central Queensland.
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Bowen’s popular Cape Edgecumbe walking trails will be upgraded to enhance the safety and visual amenity of all users.Various segments of the trails have deteriorated over the years due to weathering and Council has appointed a local contractor to upgrade the tracks.
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The Airlie Beach Bicentennial Boardwalk has been upgraded by Whitsunday Regional Council in stage 1 of a revamp for the popular trail.
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The Whitsunday community received a behind the scenes glimpse into the inner workings of our local Disaster Coordination Centre at the inaugural open day held in Proserpine on Sunday.
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Did you know that the first Proserpine Show was held in 1899? And that it was held on Mr John Compton’s farm in the area where Drakes is now located?
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It’s an exciting time in the vegie patch this month, with everything thriving!Herbs, flowers for attracting beneficial insects and just about any vegetable that grows in the Whitsundays, is growing now with vigour.I’ve just invested in steel rings to give myself some additional growing spaces, with all my beds full to the brim with produce and not wanting to miss out on the perfect growing conditions we are presently experiencing.
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Coming in the top 10 of the Whitsundays and Mackay Wedding Industry Awards came as a complete surprise to local celebrant, Annie Lloyd-Lewis.Having worked in the industry for 15 years, this former school teacher fills her time with weddings and says it is a delight to be marrying some of her students these days.
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Originating from a passion to work for herself, chef by trade Tara Sobott, established Coastal Food Design, a specialist catering company primarily operated through her food van.
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Famed for its professionalism and child-centred approach to babysitting, it is no wonder that Airlie Beach Babysitting By Danielle took out the top gong in the Wedding Services Category at the Whitsundays and Mackay Wedding Industry Awards last week.
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For 25 years, Kylie McIntosh has played roles in countless happy unions, from wedding planning, stylist and now as a marriage celebrant for the past seven years. With over 600 weddings, from Cairns to Airlie Beach, in her resume, Kylie does anything and everything for her couples.
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The beach club of Airlie Beach is back for the second year running, with a party not to miss.This two-day fiesta is bringing the good vibes, sweet tunes and the perfect relaxed party atmosphere that will keep people coming back for more.
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Ever a fan of touring and getting back to their roots, Australian-New Zealand rock legends Dragon will be gracing the Airlie Beach Festival of Music stage this November. In fact, Dragon was a headliner for the first Airlie Beach Festival of Music, back in 2013, and now 10 years on, they are honoured to be invited once again.
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For the past 16 years Sundowner, now part of the Iconic Whitsunday Adventures group, has been at the heart of wedding parties, hosting a variety of pre-wedding celebrations, intimate ceremonies and fabulous hens and bucks nights.
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Time to get the girls and guys together for an easy-going long lunch, perfectly catered by Coral Sea Resort, paired with Bird In Hand wines, and set to the backdrop of the beautiful and effervescent Coral Sea.
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Food lovers have been excitedly anticipating the arrival of Lazy Joe’s authentic Mexican Restaurant and Bar on the Airlie Beach Esplanade, and it is opening next week! Specialising in Mexican Street Food with a splash of Texas BBQ, this new restaurant is inspired by true Mexican street food with sauces and marinades made from traditional recipes.
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Head on down to the Proserpine RSL this evening for a performance by some incredible female vocalists at the Bright Lights Dinner and Show fundraiser.Starring Lisa Stanley and three of her talented students, the evening will be a mixture of solo performances, harmonies, and group songs.
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With less than six months to go, the biggest music festival in the Whitsundays is ready to deliver something to everyone again this year and organisers are excited by the latest line-up announcement.
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Back by popular demand, the second annual Whitsundays Songwriter Festival and Residency has just been announced for August 31 to September 4 this year.Organisers are excited to provide a three-day Songwriter Residential Retreat which includes a diverse and educational program where attendees have the opportunity to learn from some of the best musical minds in the industry.
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