A local family are grateful their newborn son is alive following the terrifying moment his lung collapsed just hours after he was born. Brianna Woods was concerned when listening to her son Kyron breathe in the hours after his birth.
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The local property market is holding steady - even improving in some regional hotspots - despite interest rates in the country rapidly rising according to local experts. Whitsunday Realty Principal Troy Liesch said it could be attributed to the lack of listings – something that’s “the same everywhere.”
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One of the region’s rising young stars spent his school holidays at a nationally prestigious annual summer camp that invites the country’s best and brightest in for a 10-day learning experience. Proserpine State High School student Sam Rogers was invited to attend the National Computer Science School (NCSS) at the University of Melbourne alongside 64 other grade 11 and 12 students, receiving a full scholarship to attend.
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Susan Blyth There has been some culture shock in adjusting to Proserpine for Susan Blyth, the new manager of the town’s Nursing Home.
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Robyn Batman If it is possible that the ‘world’s happiest job’ exists, Robyn Batman could convince you that it is being a librarian.
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February 13 Kinder Gym at Bowen PCYC (Mon & Wed) 13 Breathing Classes every Monday at Dynamic Health & Fitness 13 Breathing Classes every Monday at EvoPrime Fitness 14 Fitter For Life Over 50’s at Bowen PCYC 15 Kinder Gym at Bowen PCYC (Mon & Wed) 15 Wednesday Night Trivia at The Met
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The decadent food offering in Airlie Beach has reached a whole new level with the recent opening of Gelatiamo Dolce Patisserie and Gelato store on the Esplanade in the centre of town. Passers-by will have noticed the vibrant fridge display boasting an array of colourful cakes which beckons in those looking for a sweet treat for morning tea or perhaps a sumptuous dessert to finish off a perfect evening.
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Emily Australian actor-turned-director Frances O’Conner, with her debut film Emily, has managed to create something interesting and thoughtful – beautiful in its own right – yet something more akin to our modern sensibilities than it is to the time of the Brontë sisters.
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Flora was the daughter of Danish migrant, James Christian Nielson, who settled in Proserpine in 1896 after working and travelling far and wide in Australia for seventeen years. He took up Springsure Farm, seventy-nine acres of light forest land in Glen Isla, becoming one of the most successful farmers in the district growing sugar cane and tobacco. (In 1921, James sold the farm to H M Clarke).
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Friday 10th Feb • The Pub: Acoustic Sessions, Andy Mammers (7-10pm) • Paradiso: Tasman (7-10pm) • Grandview Hotel, Bowen: Tim Griffin (from 8pm) • KC’s: Aaron Saxon (8pm-late) • Hotel Metropole: Live Entertainment (8pm-late)
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Wake up, ‘Sleeping Beauty’. This ain’t no ‘Science Fiction’, you can believe your eyes – a match made in ‘80s pop heaven is making its way to Airlie Beach in mid-February for a performance of epic proportions.
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Being able to follow your passion every day and get paid for it is the dream of many, but for local videographer Will Finley, it is now within arm’s reach. For the past three years, he has carved out a reputation in the industry and is now working full-time as an independent freelance videographer here in the Whitsundays.
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On Saturday night, it was another sold-out charity event hosted by the group of dedicated local volunteers who are raising money to build homes for homeless women over 55. Held at Waters Edge Resort in Airlie Beach, 100 people attended the event dressed in Bali-inspired attire. Photo Credit: Will Finley
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Dress in Pink and get ready for a day of fun, frivolity, and fundraising at the annual Bowen Pink Stumps Day, which is due to be held on Saturday, February 18 at the Bowen Sporting Complex.
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This Valentine’s Day show your partner how much you love them with a carefully curated hamper full of hand-picked goodies that show your thoughtfulness and consideration. By working with Whitsunday Gift Hampers, you can not only create a unique and charming gift but you can also be assured that, where possible, the items are sourced from local suppliers.
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A candle can transform any ambience, create a sensual mood, and bring joy to any room. The soft glow of a slow-burning wick, the sweet smell of a tangy fragrance – within seconds of lighting a Sweetie Soy Candle you can close your eyes and feel the magic wash over you – the stresses of the day fade away and a new peace and tranquillity alight.
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One of the Whitsundays’ newest community organisations celebrated its first birthday last week, inviting in locals for a celebration which also acted as the official opening of its services to the wider region.
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In the six F45 studios across Queensland that I have started, this has always been my mission brief: introducing exercise to people’s lives because it can literally save them their life.
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Tips on navigating safely • Visibility: Operate slowly in rain, fog, mist, smoke and glare. Take special care when travelling at night as potential hazards are harder to see. Ensure you operate at a safe speed. • Other boats: Slow down in busy areas and when near moored or anchored boats, and remember — working boats and larger vessels may have difficulty manoeuvring.
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The youngest parkrunners took over the weekly event last Sunday, overseeing 79 people run, jog and walk the five-kilometre waterfront course. Six visitors and a few first timers - Leighann, Rosalyn, Justin, and Connor - were welcomed, and seven recorded new personal bests: Jayden, Shay, Steve, Warren, Ian, Michala, and Leigh.
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Proserpine Veteran’s Golfers turned out in force on Sunday as 31 players arrived to take on the full course and posting some respectable scores. The course’s back nine was still heavy due to rain, yet it didn’t put a dampener on Peter Fox who made a remarkable comeback from last week to take out first place with 38 points.
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On Tuesday, January 31, at Wangaratta Bowls Club, two pairs and one triples were played. Robyn Stitt and Mark Defranciscis defeated Denise Wallace and Mark Drummond, while Rodney Mumby and Graeme Read defeated Deb Retchless and Allan Rolfe.
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The weekly Wednesday Social games at Bowen Bowls Club hosted plenty of familiar faces in tight matchups. Peter Bruce, Gavin Charles, and Doc Fordham claimed the victory over the team of Robyn Stitt, Jane Gilbert, and Ian Best.
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Last weekend the Cannonvale Cannons Swimming Club sent 22 athletes to compete at the Townsville Tourist LC Transition Meet. Coaches Ken Crittenden and Mark Erickson were impressed with all the swimmers and their performances.
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Twilight Race: 20 knot northerly winds and lumpy seas in the Coral Sea meant a smaller than normal fleet for the Whitsunday Sailing Club’s twilight race on Wednesday, February 1. Only 10 boats braved the elements – but those who ventured out had an exhilarating experience, with a good view of the incoming thunderstorm looming from behind.
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