Countless sightings of Australian pop princess Delta Goodrem have generated many excited conversations around the Whitsundays this week.
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One of the country’s biggest breakfast shows made a series of special drop-ins at locations across the Whitsundays during its daily weather broadcast this week to promote the region.
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Frustrated patients vented their impatience last week about the length of time they have been waiting for a bus service to transport them from the Whitsundays to Mackay Hospital and the Icon Cancer Centre for regular medical appointments.
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A winter wonderland theme will enthral guests at the first ball our new Mayor Julie Hall will host, it will also be the first to be held since the 2019 event held by previous Mayor Andrew Willcox in Bowen.
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A local animal rescue operator is distraught following a series of events that led to Council seizing two of her dogs.
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New Whitsunday Regional Councillor Clay Bauman caused a stir at the most recent Ordinary Council Meeting by declaring a conflict of interest despite receiving legal advice to the contrary. Councillor Bauman submitted conflict-of-interest documents in reference to the Whitsunday Regional Council Planning Scheme Major Amendment last week, stating in
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The dedicated volunteers from Save Our Foreshore (SOF) have gathered more momentum within the community following the announcement that an art exhibition and auction will soon take place to raise much-needed funds for the upcoming court case.
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John Carey joined SKAL Whitsundays, an international organisation promoting global tourism, in 2013 having relocated his business and family to Airlie Beach in 1986. Looking for new opportunities John understood very keenly the potential of the Whitsundays and Hinchinbrook (his hometown) areas to attract visitors.
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Hi all, I was going to wish our amazing community a Happy New Year but wow, I blinked, and we are already in the middle of February!
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Disappointingly, the first sniff of a cyclone sent the media into a complete frenzy with ridiculous headlines like “Horror cyclone head towards Queensland Coast” and the “ominously” named Cyclone Freddie is expected to wreak havoc on Queensland coast. It would be laughable if it wasn’t so damaging to our local businesses, with several reporting cancellations.
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In a preseason exhibition match for the ages the Mackay Cutters will face off against the North Queensland Cowboys’ Young Guns at the Whitsunday Sportspark in a Saturday night main event of what organisers are calling “a festival of footy”.
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Local farmers are set to benefit from $4.47 million in funding which supports the continuation of best management practices (BMP) that promote initiatives that will not only help the environment but also increase the bottom line for many in the industry.
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A new group of school leaders were inducted at Proserpine State High School earlier this month in a special ceremony that also honoured the achievements of last years’ stand-out students. Federal Member for Dawson, Andrew Will cox was in attendance and he said that it was great to see the multipurpose hall full house while the school community watched with pride as the new school leaders took their place on stage.
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Australian history was made this week following the decision to block Clive Palmer’s Central Queensland coal mine development. This is the first time a project of this nature has been halted by the government. Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek made the initial decision last year and a lengthy public consultation ensued.
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Keeping up with the odd jobs around the home is crucial to maintaining a safe, comfortable, and well-functioning living environment. By taking the time to regularly perform small tasks, homeowners can avoid major issues down the line that could be more expensive and time-consuming to fix.
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Less than two weeks till Autumn! As the weather starts its journey into the cooler months, it is a very exciting time for the vegie patches in the Whitsundays. April is “the month” to plant a huge variety of vegetable seeds, so now is the time for preparation and there is lots to do.
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During storm season in the Whitsundays, it is important to clear up your garden to avoid potential hazards and remove items that could become airborne in strong winds. At this time of year, the increased rainfall can cause gardens to become overgrown, providing the perfect habitat for snakes and other dangerous animals.
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People come to see Gary Greenhill for one reason: To connect with the world. For computer-literate generations who were either born with iPads in their hands or, perhaps, introduced to them in a professional sense, computers are simple. They are taken-for-granted tools; they broaden our world whilst miniaturising it – everything at your fingertips.
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The Whitsunday PCYC Get Set For Work program hosted its first cohort of graduates to celebrate the completion of the intensive employment and training assistance initiative on Friday last week. The local community organisation hosted a ceremony to end the skills program which began on November 14, 2022, and congratulate its four debut alumni.
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Down at the Airlie Beach Men’s Shed, there is a steady flow of blokes coming and going, of projects in various degrees of completion and a hot jug always ready to fill a cup and fuel a conversation. Since 2012, the local Men’s Shed has provided a safe place, a social network and a feeling of purpose for many men within our community.
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A full house crowded into the Creative Hub at 3 Little Birds Espresso on a quiet Tuesday morning in Airlie Beach in late January. This assortment of local creatives were all looking to connect and become inspired by successful Mackay artist Margaret Burgess who preached the merits of collaboration, community and culture.
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A three-hour film festival will showcase the “mysteries of the big blue” at Proserpine Entertainment Centre in early March. The 10th anniversary Ocean Film Festival World Tour is bringing the salt spray, the crest of waves, and the mesmerising power of the ocean to Proserpine on March 11.
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French philosopher Albert Camus believed the underlying reality was this: life is absurd. Now, how does that relate to Steven Soderberg’s Magic Mike’s Last Dance? I would think that is manifest, self-evident, although I am more than happy to explain; we are in a world in which Academy Award Winning directors helm – not just once but thrice - films about male strippers.
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Friday 17th Feb • The Pub: Acoustic Sessions, Andy Mammers (7-10pm) • Paradiso: Mike Duff (7-10pm) • Grandview Hotel, Bowen: Sam McCann (from 8pm) • KC’s: Aaron Saxon (8pm-late) • Hotel Metropole: Live Entertainment (8pm-late)
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A nationally touring adults-only comedy show is jamming two of its best comics into the car for a North Queensland Tour arriving at the Original North Australian in mid-March. The Aussie Pub Comedy Tour will arrive in Bowen at one of the state’s oldest pubs on March 18, bringing comedians Chris ‘The Bloke’ Franklin and Evan Hocking with it.
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