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August 1-4 Great Barrier Reef Festival, Airlie Beach, from 9am 2 Airlie Beach Movie Night – Finding Dory, Airlie Beach Foreshore, from 6pm 3 Mini Roller Disco, PCYC Whitsunday, from 10am 6 Sailing For Those With Disability, Whitsunday Sailing Club, from 9am 6 Whalebone, at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre, from 1pm and 6pm 8-15 Airlie Beach Race Week 8 Adult Learn to Skate, PCYC, from 6pm 8 Eskimo Joe, at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre, from 7.30pm 9 Airlie Beach Movie Night – Tinkerbel
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Returning to Airlie Beach for the 13th time to perform, is Australia’s number one touring INXS tribute INXS “REVIVED” staring frontman Dellacoma Rio. Dellacoma Rio and the band are gearing up and getting excited to come and play at Airlie Beach Hotel: “We've got a very, very high energy show. Airlie Beach is one of only two hotels that we play in Australia, everywhere else we play performing arts centers, theater and festivals.” “Airlie Beach has become a bit of a second home; they saved us a b
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The 82nd Annual Uniting Church Flower Show & Fete will be held on Saturday, 31st August 2024 from 10 - 2:00pm. Get ready to blossom at the upcoming show which is held at the Cyclone Shelter in Proserpine State Primary School. This year's theme is "Springtime in Proserpine." Head to the flower show this year to catch up with friends and enjoy local entertainment, surrounded by beautiful flowers, amazing fruit and veg, and delicious home baking. There are various stalls for you to enjoy during y
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The Shoreside Long Lunch at Airlie Beach Race Week is an exclusive culinary event that offers a delightful food experience amidst the stunning beauty of the Whitsundays. This ticketed event with limited seats, is a must-attend for those seeking a special and intimate dining experience. Guests are treated to a sumptuous lunch, featuring a thoughtfully curated menu that showcases the best of local ingredients. The experience begins with an assortment of delectable canapés, an alternate drop entrée
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Proserpine Entertainment Centre is hosting ‘Whalebone,’ a show set to make you laugh out loud, gasp in awe, and let your imagination soar. Whalebone is said to be filled with eccentric contraptions, strange machinery and clunky inventions and even includes the world’s first half-human juggling machine. Hidden within the enigmatic ‘Depository,’ the show takes you through a journey with a solitary worker who has a crucial mission. In an era where AI and machines increasingly control our choices, h
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Colonial Palms’ managers, Greg and Nettie Dunlop are approaching 12 months since taking charge of the resort and the place has been completely revitalised. With the support and dedication of long-term local team on staff, Greg and Nettie have created a vibrant atmosphere where they are regularly praised by guests for the happy team and good vibes. Greg and Nettie have worked in business management for 50 years and know the importance of having good teams. Established in the 1980’s Colonial P
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At Mika Airlie Kitchen & Bar prepare to be transported to the 70’s with their house-made California Margarita. Ingredients: • Tequila (GF) • Triple Sec • Fresh lime juice • Vanilla • Clove • Ginger • Almond bitters Mika is bringing back a classic 1970’s margarita and the ingredients combine to create a charming and refreshing cocktail that is very easy to drink. The vanilla provides a sweetness to the margarita, which is contrasted by the fresh lime juice that offe
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80 gms ricotta-filled ravioli (white and green pasta) 20 gms butter 1 tblsp green peppercorns 4 capers (chopped) 10 gms fresh shallots or spring onions (sliced) 20 gms smoked salmon (sliced thin) 40 mls cream 10 gms fresh parmesan 10 mls Napolitana Sauce Salt and pepper Napolitana Sauce: 1 tblsp olive oil 1 clove garlic (crushed) 1 small bunch fresh basil 1 small can peeled Italian tomatoes Salt and pepper Put olive oil in small pot, sauté garlic, basil and add sliced tomatoes. Season to tast
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During winter, only once or twice a year, a special day occurs when the tides are low enough for people to walk to Bowen’s Lighthouse. This year Ingham resident Mary Brown is travelling down from Ingham to complete the walk alongside her family. This walk is special Mary not only because of the rarity of the tide, but because her mother grew up on Bowen’s lighthouse island. “There’s just a bit of connection there that I really like, and I want to do that walk desperately,” said Ms Bowen. “I
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On the first of September, we are thrilled to be welcoming a new direct service from Adelaide into Whitsunday Coast Airport. This new route will give 1.8 million people direct access to The Whitsundays with Jetstar. To support the route and to encourage visitation, we have recently launched a significant destination awareness campaign in Adelaide. This campaign runs across radio, billboards across Adelaide, digital advertisements and social media activity. The campaign is led by the messa
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The Whitsundays Writers Festival is excited to finalise its line-up of fourteen featured local authors in this year’s program. Festival President, Karen Jacobsen said, "We are thrilled to be partnering with all our featured local authors in providing them a national platform to share their creativity, their journeys, and introduce readers to their new and important Australian stories.” The festival has announced four new featured local authors. Sandy Clark is an Airlie Beach local, public spe
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Every Saturday morning during the school term, PCYC Whitsunday turns into a fun, skating disco hall. With party lights, music, games it’s a great fun way to start the weekend. This school term will be the second term the Mini Roller Disco has ran, and it is already gaining popularity and growing in numbers. Jane Streeter started Mini Roller Disco after deciding she wanted a regular fun skating activity that families could do without feeling any pressure to attend. She wanted to provide an act
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Bowen Showgrounds is set to host a thrilling showdown as 15 sidecars compete for the prestigious Queensland Sidecar Championships title. The event promises an adrenaline-fueled spectacle for motorsport enthusiasts and families alike. Sponsored by Conveyer Maintenance Services and scheduled for 3 August, the Queensland Sidecar Championships, will feature some of the region's top riders vying for glory on the Bowen Speedway track. Known for its tight turns and challenging straights, Bowen Speedw
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The Whitsunday Equestrian Group’s 2-Day Hack and Dressage Supreme was held on July 27-28 at the Cannonvalley Pony Club, it was a triumph, offering an exciting weekend for both riders and spectators. Competitors from Townsville to Mackay gathered to showcase their skills over two days. The annual Dressage & Hack Supreme featured dressage classes from Prep to Medium, with the addition of Saturday morning hack/show horse classes for the first time in several years. The overall champions for the wee
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BOWEN, QLD – The Bowen Polocrosse Club marked its 35th anniversary with a successful annual carnival over the weekend, attracting teams from all over Queensland. Players from Tara, Tansey, Roma, Emerald, Alton Downs, Nebo, and even Alice Springs joined the northern zone teams of Pyramid, Townsville, Lower Burdekin, and Bowen to compete for prizes generously provided by sponsors. The event featured A, B, and C grade competitions, along with junior and mini led teams, showcasing the talent and com
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On Tuesday afternoon, we welcomed Jeff Paini from Albury Wodonga Bowls Club and Allan Leach, who, along with his wife Kerry, recently returned from over three years working on Norfolk Island. They are now exploring Australia aboard their boat, Tokyo Joe, with a stop at Airlie Beach. Jeff and Allan showcased their skills with a dominant 35-14 win in the pairs competition. In other news, our Ladies A Pairs team, fresh off their district championship win, is now heading to the zone finals. We wish
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Sunday, July 21st In the latest social bowls matches, the teams were: • Tracey, Wendy, and Tiarna defeated Eddy, Frank, and Gavin. • Gary, Karen, and Jane won against Sue, Shane, and Daryl. • Allen, Rob, and Steve emerged victorious over Peter, Ray, and Ron. Wednesday, July 24th The Wednesday games saw the following results: • Ron and Daryl triumphed over L. Brunker and Gordo. • Peter B, Ray, and Steve defeated Marion, Frank, and Helen. • Britt, Jill, and Jane won against
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Scott Kinnear braved the freezing conditions of Victoria to compete in the Australian Blind Bowlers Event, and his remarkable performance earned him the Gold in his section. Despite competing with an injury that would have sidelined many, Scott’s achievement is truly commendable. Club Championship Singles Semi-Finals On Saturday morning, the semi-finals of the Club Championship Singles were held at the Bowls Club. Michael Kinnear defeated Barry Saroglia with a decisive score of 26-8. Shane Kinne
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Steve Lucas won Tuesday's competition with 39 stableford points, narrowly beating Trevor Paroz. Helen Deighton claimed the ladies' division with 36 points, four ahead of Nicole Cooper. Pins went to Nicola Apruzzese, Trevor Paroz, and Christopher Waring. Ann Gardel Wins Wednesday's Ladies' Competition Ann Gardel topped Wednesday's ladies' competition with 34 points, just ahead of Lyn Muller. Pins were awarded to Elspeth Scotford and Genia Sarafian. Owen Clarke Takes Thursday's Title Owen Clarke e
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On Tuesday, July 23rd, 23 dedicated players braved an early start and travelled to Home Hill for the Whitsunday Group game. Despite the forecasted chilly morning, the day soon warmed up, though a brisk and blustery breeze presented an additional challenge. The dome-shaped greens added extra difficulty, with the wind making it even harder to keep the ball on target. Despite these challenges, several players delivered commendable performances. The dome-shaped greens proved tricky, with balls often
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The weekly 9-hole stableford competition saw Glenn Rees claim first place with 23 points. Dee Norman secured second place with 19 points on countback, while Donna Henderson finished third with 19 points. Braydon Nicholls Tops Friday's 9-Hole Stableford In Friday's 9-hole stableford, Braydon Nicholls took first place with 21 points. Donna Henderson placed second with 19 points, and Michael Bond came in third with 18 points. Tyson Flavel Triumphs in July's Monthly Medal Sunday's monthly medal for
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This past weekend, the Airlie Beach Triathlon witnessed remarkable performances from our local athletes. Among the competitors were Don Algie, Lucas Korosec, Roxie Groom, Zane Clayworth, Matilda Nicholes, and Penelope Shields. Demonstrating their determination, Don Algie and Lucas Korosec both secured third place in their respective age divisions, marking a significant achievement for the duo. Don Algie also went on to secure second place in the 350m Open Water Swim. Millie Groom delivered an ou
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Located on the beautiful Bogie River, situated between Bowen and Collinsville is Normanby Road Nature Bush Camp, a vibrant country venue which is set to host an event for all ages this Saturday 3 August. Country Hoedown is a cash only special event for all to enjoy, with affordable prices, games, activities, live music, dancing, food and BYO alcohol. Games will entertain young ones for hours and include tug-o-war, sack races, Jenga and other campsite games. Normanby Road Nature Bush Camp has
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Last Friday, students from nine schools across the region gathered at Glenfields Park in Glenella to plant 1,500 trees. The community continued the effort on Sunday, planting an additional 1,500 trees as part of National Tree Day. Residents were invited to roll up their sleeves and help plant trees as part of the council’s National Tree Day event, held at Glenfields Park on Wheeler Drive in Glenella.
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I often find myself grappling with the duality of my nature: balancing a career driven by stringent deadlines with an innate penchant for procrastination. I suppose you could say I thrive under pressure—like a diamond, I like to think I shimmer in the most challenging moments. Though, last week, I finally ‘did a thing’ that’s been on my to-do list for years: I registered to become a tissue and organ donor. In New Zealand, where I grew up, this process is simple and straightforward. You opt in wh
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