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The Whitsundays original and most awarded tour operator, Ocean Rafting, continues to shine gold over the turquoise waters of the Whitsundays after taking home several awards at the 2024 Whitsundays Tourism Awards! Ocean Rafting celebrated its 28th birthday at the gala industry awards on Daydream Island, winning gold in 'Major Tour & Transport' and silver in 'Adventure Tourism.' The team was also recognized as the Whitsundays favourite tourism experience in the consumer-voted 'People’s Choice Aw
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Party Cakes Whitsunday won gold in the ‘Excellence In Food Tourism’ category at the 2024 Whitsunday Tourism Awards. It isn’t the first time Party Cakes Whitsundays has won an award, they were inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2016. Owner Vhari Kelly said to win this year meant a lot to her, especially because she runs a small business. “I am very proud of what I have achieved as the sole employee and operator of my business,” she said. Vhari is a qualified pastry chef and defines herself
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“It’s like winning a Grand Final,” shared Paul Tuddenham, manager of Peninsula Airlie Beach, and beyond proud and grateful recipient of the Whitsundays Tourism Awards 2024 Best of Queensland Accommodation title. Peninsula Airlie Beach proudly welcomes families and tourists to their 5-star establishment to enjoy a memorable visit to the Whitsundays. Paul, Francine and their dedicated staff have been honourably awarded numerous titles over the past 3 ½ years in recognition of their exceptional l
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Pinnacles Airlie Beach was celebrated for their commitment to upholding exceptional levels of hospitality and customer service at the Whitsunday Tourism Awards where Therese and the team received the Gold Award for Self Contained Accommodation. “This year, we achieved the Hall of Fame with three consecutive wins in this category, and we were over the moon to receive the Gold Award,” shared Therese. The luxury accommodation facility is situated on Golden Orchid Drive, and prides itself on oper
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The SeaLink Whitsundays team celebrated outstanding success at the 2024 Whitsunday Tourism Awards, bringing home a remarkable collection of accolades. Red Cat Adventures was named the region’s top choice for Adventure Tourism, winning Gold in this category and Silver for Major Tour and Transport Operator. Whitsunday Jetski Tours also shone brightly, earning Silver in the Tour and Transport category and Bronze for Adventure Tourism. Asher Telford, General Manager of SeaLink Whitsundays and co-f
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Last Saturday at the Whitsundays Tourism Awards Scamper celebrated a Bronze winner award in the Eco-Tourism category A small team from Scamper attended the events and were thrilled when they were announced Bronze and heard the room roar. Owner & Manager at Scamper Sarah Vickery said “Only gold winners get on stage, though the cheer from the crowd when our awards were mentioned felt really special that so many people in the industry were happy and proud of us.” “To be only our second year in t
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SeaLink Whitsundays has won the Best of Queensland Experience Award at the Whitsunday Tourism Awards! SeaLink achieved the highest score across the region based on customer reviews and overall guest satisfaction. In just over 12 months, SeaLink Whitsundays has proudly earned a 100% five-star rating, a testament to their commitment to exceptional customer service and unforgettable experiences. This achievement places SeaLink at the forefront of Whitsunday businesses, further cementing their r
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Whitsunday Segway Tours was awarded the Gold title for Eco Tourism on Saturday evening at the Whitsunday Tourism Awards, an honour owner Zak Kelly accepted proudly. “I am super proud to win this award as it had been over five years since the business had won something this important,” shared Zak. “My wife, Vhari and I work so hard to make the business truly the best it can be in sustainability, service quality and customer service.” In the past, Whitsunday Segway Tours has been presented wit
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The Whitsunday Coast Airport has once again won Gold at the Whitsunday Tourism Awards, for the third time in a row. The airport won Gold in the ‘Tourism Retail, Hire and Services’ category and with its third consecutive win in a row, it has now been inducted into the Hall of Fame. Several staff members attended the awards and Director of Commercial Business for Whitsunday Regional Council Craig Turner said it was great to have his team there. “Sharing the win with several staff Saturday nigh
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A night of tourism industry celebration was briefly thrown into chaos when billionaire businessman and owner of Coral Sea Marina Resort Paul Darrouzet elected to use his platform to give an award recipient speech to slam Whitsunday Regional Council. The Whitsunday Tourism Awards took place on Daydream Island last Saturday with 366 tourism representatives present to celebrate their successes and hopefully receive an industry award. Paul Darrouzet was present on the evening to accept the Bob Por
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Children’s Week 2024 began on Saturday, October 19. This annual celebration occurs around the fourth Wednesday in October and aims to highlight the rights and achievements of children. The week serves as a reminder that all children deserve to enjoy their childhood. It encourages them to showcase their talents, skills, and abilities, fostering a spirit of creativity and self-expression. Bowen is hosting an event on October 26th to celebrate the yearly event at the Soundshell. The event will feat
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Take, ‘sitting on the edge of your seat’ literally at the Bowen Summergarden Cinemas this Halloween, and enjoy two thrilling movies on the big screen. If you are looking for family-friendly spooky screening, Bowen Summergarden Theatre is putting on the PG animation, ‘My Freaky Family’. For those looking to be scared out of their skin don’t miss Hellboy: The Crooked Man (MA15+), guaranteed to send shivers down your spine. But that’s not all! Bowen Summergarden has planned a hauntingly fun experie
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An Interview with the College Principal, Mrs Kylie Langshore Why are teachers so important to society, and how do they make a real difference in our community? Teachers make other professions possible. They lay the foundation for every other profession, nurturing the minds and hearts that will shape the future. They don’t just teach lessons; they impart wisdom, values and inspiration, making them pillars of our community. What makes the teachers at Whitsunday Christian College different, a
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Almost 50 people attended a special court ceremonial sitting in Bowen on Monday, marking the 150th anniversary of the supreme court in Bowen. Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Queensland Helen Bowskill facilitated the event. “This is a special ceremonial sitting of the supreme court together with the district court and the magistrates court,” Mrs Bowskill said. “We hold this ceremonial sitting to mark and celebrate the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the supreme court here at Bo
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Whitsunday Regional Council will be informing Whitsunday locals how to prepare for the upcoming disaster season at their annual Get Cyclone Ready. Storm season starts on November 1 and the Whitsunday Regional Council want to encourage people to come to their events in Airlie Beach, Bowen, Proserpine and Collinsville to learn how to prepare for cyclone season. • Airlie Beach Markets • Bowen Markets • Proserpine • Collinsville The events in Airlie Beach and Bowen will be live s
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PCYC Whitsunday is preparing for a Halloween event like no other as it hosts its Spookiest Halloween Showcase & Carnival. Scheduled for Saturday 2 November the event promises a day filled with thrilling performances, carnival-style fun, and plenty of family-friendly activities. Open to the entire community, the showcase will feature talented recreational gymnasts demonstrating their skills across various apparatuses, with participants ranging from Foundation to Gold level. Spectators will hav
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Little boy Sprocky is nearly 11 months old now and is fully vetted. He's a Cocker Spaniel x Blue Heeler and is full of beans! Sprocky is one smart puppy! He picks up training with ease and would do well in almost every family dynamic- couples, singles, empty nesters, families with kids. He's a beautiful natured, inquisitive funny chap that's looking for a home with good fences and another dog on the property. Sprocket weighs 10 kgs and will be a small medium. He will definitely need a dail
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Grammy-nominated and Emmy-winning recording artist Toni Childs is set to enchant audiences with her special music at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre. This much-anticipated event will take place on Friday 6 December from 7.30pm to 10.00pm, offering fans an unforgettable evening filled with music and storytelling. Toni Childs, known for her evocative and powerful music, will perform beloved hits and fan favourites from her acclaimed albums, including ‘Union’, ‘House of Hope’, ‘The Woman’s Bo
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Have you ever had a hankering to learn to fly, join the RAAF or fly an airliner? Following the success of last year’s Aviation Promotion Day, the Whitsunday Aero Club Inc (WAC Inc) is planning another information day for locals to learn about flying training requirements and opportunities, to be held on Sunday, 27 October 2024 from 9am at the Whitsunday Aero Club’s clubhouse, Lascelles Avenue, Whitsunday Coast (Proserpine) Airport (look for the building with the green roof). With interest shown
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Friday 25 October The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Andrew Wishart (7pm – 10pm) Grand View Hotel: Mike Duff (from 8pm) Saturday 26 October The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: So Pink (2pm – 5.30pm) The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Andrew Wishart (7pm – 10pm) Grand View Hotel: Mike Duff (from 8pm) Coral Sea Pavilion: Live Music (from 1pm) Coral Sea Pavilion: Chill DJ Session (2pm – 6pm) Sunday 27 October The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: So Pink (2pm – 5.30pm) The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel: Sam McCann (6.30pm – 5.3
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October 25 Preloved Market Night, 3 Little Birds Espresso, from 6pm 26 Children’s Week Event, Bowen Soundshell, from 9am 26 Get Cyclone Ready, Airlie Markets, from 9am 26 Mini Roller Disco, PCYC Whitsunday, from 10am 26 Drizzle Boy, at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre, from 7pm 27 Dingo Beach Sunday Markets, Dingo Beach Community Hall grounds, from 8am 27 Get Cyclone Ready, Bowen Markets, from 9am 27 Aviation Promotion Day, Whitsunday Aero Club Clubhouse, from 9am 29 Sailing For Those With D
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The Airlie Beach Hotel’s Festival Weekender is fast approaching, and the artists lineup is stacked. The Festival Weekender will take place from Thursday evening to Sunday afternoon and the acts will blow your socks off! The weekend starts with an INXS tribute band titled ‘The Australian INXS Show’ and front man Dellacoma Rio is quite the character. Then Lisa Hunt hits the stage during the Festival Weekender to add a touch of soul and Motown to the weekend. Following Lisa Hunt is Bloom, she
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The Shute Harbour Marine Terminal has been re-open since 2021, offering a Licensed Café with off premise, resort connections services, a multitude of marine tourism products and fuelling facilities. At the heart of its offerings is the stunning penthouse style function room, perfect for hosting your next event. Located on the second floor, the 344m2 private event and function space provides breathtaking views of the turquoise waters of Shute Harbour and accommodates 120 seated guests or 250 gu
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On Thursday 17 October 500 attendees comprising parents, carers, staff, and community members gathered to honour 190 students from years 7-12 for their outstanding achievements in 2024. Official guests included P&C President Brett McNee, Whitsunday Regional Mayor Ry Collins, and Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox, with apologies from Dale Last, Member for Burdekin. The school concert band performed, followed by keynote speeches. Mr Harris Principal's Address emphasis was placed on the collabor
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Cannonvale State School was buzzing with excitement on Sunday, October 20, as it hosted the inaugural Healthy Kids Expo. The event, aimed at "inspiring, educating, and elevating" children and their families to lead healthier and happier lives, was a resounding success. Around 150 attendees were treated to a full day of interactive activities, workshops, and educational exhibits from a diverse range of health and wellness professionals. The Expo brought together experts from various fields, incl
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