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Is Covering Books In Contact Still A Thing?

January 12, 2023

Welcome to 2023! This is my first article of the year and I’m setting the intention in writing that it’s going to be a good one.

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Hello 2023

January 12, 2023

Well, it’s hard to believe the Christmas holidays are over. I hope that everyone had a great Christmas break and that 2023 is prosperous for everyone.

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Day-Trip Destination | Coral Sea Resort Hotel

January 12, 2023

A day-trip destination which delivers on style, service and spectacular views; Coral Sea Resort Hotel provides a plethora of places to perch for the day, whether you seek shade under an oceanfront umbrella or the sun on the white sand beach loungers.

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Captivating Comedy Circus At Canelands, With More Magic On The Way

January 12, 2023

The Comedy Circus Stunt Show at Caneland Central proved to be a hit over the school holidays, with children and parents packing in the Centre Court area near Myer to watch free entertainment.

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Event Guide

January 12, 2023

Friday 13 January Friday SUN.sets Every Friday Evening From 6pm Knock off drinks, lakeside dinner, good friends, and LIVE MUSIC. Wake House Australia

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THE BEST OF THE BEE GEES

January 12, 2023

The Best of the Bee Gees Show brings a massive catalogue of mega-hits and first-hand stories from original Bee Gees drummer Colin “Smiley” Petersen to the Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre on Saturday 4 February at 7.30pm.

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Firebirds Delight Young Netball Players

January 12, 2023

As part of its three-year partnership with the Queensland Firebirds, Australia’s largest rail freight business, Aurizon, brought two top players to meet excited young players in Sarina.

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LAST DAY FOR YOUNG CREATIVES TO APPLY FOR ARTS BURSARIES

January 12, 2023

Applications for $4000 worth of Artspace Mackay bursaries close today (January 13). The $1000 Rick Wood Bursary is open to students in the Mackay region who completed year 12 in 2022. While the $3000 Artspace Mackay Foundation Bursary is open to university students currently studying/enrolled in a recognised visual arts or creative industries tertiary course in 2023.

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TEENY TINY STEVIES ARE COMING TO TOWN

January 12, 2023

ARIA award winning children’s artist, Teeny Tiny Stevies are heading out on the road for their most comprehensive national album tour to date! Fresh off the back of their brand-new album ‘How to be Creative’ the band are hitting the MECC stage on 20 January 2023. Teeny Tiny Stevies are a music group comprising of sisters Bethany 'Beth' and Sibylla 'Byll' Stephen.

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Top Level Table Tennis In PNG A Surprise Christmas Journey

January 12, 2023

Umpiring at a high-level tournament at Port Moresby is the last thing Mackay Table Tennis president Janice Kent expected leading up to Christmas.

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Historic Homestead A Hinterland Hit

January 12, 2023

Nestled in the southern hinterland of the Mackay region, sits a historic homestead offering travellers and day-trippers an oasis to refuel and refresh. The Homestead at Lotus Creek is becoming a favourite place to take a drive, see wildlife as you meander through the bush and then enjoy country hospitality and hearty tucker.

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Former Mackay Cyclists Make Podium At Road Nationals

January 12, 2023

Professional Under 23 road cyclist Alex Bogna has proven worthy of his contract with the Alpecin-Deceuninck Development Team by coming third at last weekend’s AusCycling Road National Championships in South Australia.

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“Hell Week” Training No Holiday For Pioneer Swimmers

January 12, 2023

The festive season seems an eternity ago for Pioneer Swimming Club’s members as they conquer “Hell Week” training for the first two weeks of 2023. Pioneer Swimmers hit the pool ‘running’ on January 2, swimming and training every morning and afternoon in their home pool, the Pioneer Swim Centre.

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NBA Aspirations For Teen Hooper, Cooper Currie

January 12, 2023

Just like all aspiring young hoopers, Mackay schoolboy Cooper Currie dreams of one day plying his trade in the American National Basketball Association (NBA) competition.

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Memorial Cricket Cup In Honour Of Friend And Future Leader, Finley

January 12, 2023

A memorial cricket cup and all-day event is on at Harrup Park this Saturday, honouring the memory of a talented young man taken too soon.

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Mackay Contract Bridge Club Results

January 12, 2023

Happy New Year to everyone and welcome back to Contract Bridge for 2023

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Humid Hop For Road Runners Through Glenella

January 12, 2023

More than thirty competitors ran head-on into humid conditions last Sunday afternoon for the 11th race in the Shawn’s Summer Social Series with Mackay Road Runners. Race Director, Jim Ford, arranged a flat fast course through Glenella from the Magpies Sporting Complex with various race distance options. Oliver Rule, Joe Grech, Rodney Elworthy and Paul Mackenzie made the 12km distance look easy as they sprinted from

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Collinsville Preserved Through Stories Of ‘Our Mates’

January 11, 2023

The fourth book in a series lovingly produced by a group of local volunteers has hit the shelves, bringing the community 30 stories of individuals and couples who have contributed meaningfully to the town of Collinsville.

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The Wreck Of The “Valetta”

January 11, 2023

What was referred to by locals as the Happy Bay wreck was a great source of interest and uncertainty for many years – a popular local theory being that it was a Spanish galleon, possibly fanned by the fact that old Spanish coins had been found in the area. Some familiar names involved in trying to identify the wreck were the Altmann family, Walter Tronson and George Sax.

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Straight From The Set Meet Local Actor: JP

January 11, 2023

Playing a grandfather who is the owner of an ailing Californian vineyard in his most recent movie, ‘Love By The Glass’, which was shot by an American production company in Brisbane late last year, local actor Jean-Pierre Yerma (JP), has just returned to the Whitsundays for a well-earned break.

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School Holiday Activities

January 11, 2023

With just over a week of school holidays remaining, there is still time to participate in one of the family fun activities at a local library near you.Whitsunday Regional Council Libraries have been hosting regular events throughout the holidays and they are all available for free.

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Picking The Right Shoes For Your Child

January 11, 2023

Finding the right school shoe is the foundation to every child’s development throughout the year - here are some tips to pick the right shoe for you and your family: Choose age-appropriate fastenings: Look at whether they want Velcro or laces, it could be more practical to opt for Velcro if they are younger as this will save you more time in the morning.

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Helping Your Child Make Friends

January 11, 2023

While some children seem to have a better social life than you do, there are other unique and special little people who feel shy and hesitant in social settings, characteristics that may make it harder for them to find friends. While it is important to support your child’s individual nature, it is also vital to help them get accustomed to a variety of social situations that are necessary when navigating everyday life.

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Family Lunch Box Favourites

January 11, 2023

Thinking of new and exciting items to fill your children’s lunch boxes can be an exhausting process that often results in them eating sandwiches most days of the week.If you are searching for new ideas, try this quick and easy recipe that is practical, delicious and makes your lunch box creations look exciting!Ham And Cheese Puffs

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Fun Facts For Kids – Did You Know?

January 11, 2023

• Fingernails grow four times faster than your toenails • It is impossible to lick your own elbow

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