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An abandoned gold mine in Proserpine is being re-opened after extensive metallurgical test work revealed a major mineralised system exists, with only a small portion drilled to date. The historic Dittmer Mine forms one of several old high-grade workings along a 2km north-northeast trending corridor which is also crosscut by a series of structures with associated historical workings. The mine, which was discovered in 1934, had produced over 54,000 Oz of gold by the time it closed in 1951. Sin
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Last weekend the kind volunteers at the Proserpine Whitsunday Country Women’s Association hosted a cake stall at Bunnings in Cannonvale. With a delicious range of home-made cakes, jams and biscuits, the cake stall was a popular place to grab a goodie on the way home and do some good along the way. Almost every weekend the Bunnings entranceway is a place where customers can engage with a local charity organisation. In fact, there is a pre-booked schedule of community groups, charities and wort
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Residents of the Whitsundays who are living with cancer and navigating the scary and often confusing world of hospital appointments, scans and treatment, now have a free cancer service that comes right to their doors. The Teal Angels are a team of two travelling registered nurses and one Mackay-based counsellor who operate as part of a broader charity, the Trudy Crowley Foundation. These dedicated professionals provide a full range of free services from advice to basic check-ups, connecting yo
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Are you due for a breast scan? If so, the Queensland Government are making it easy for you to get one free and conveniently at their mobile screening van which is visiting the region soon. If you are between the age of 50 and 74 it is important for you to get a regular breast scan. If you are under 50 and have a history of cancer in your family, then it is important to have a breast scan at an earlier age. Breast cancer is the second largest cause of cancer death in Australian women after lun
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Two local nurses who also run a local flower business organised the first of what they hope to be a series of fundraising charity events last weekend. Held at Whisper Gin Bar and Restaurant, the lively afternoon attracted around 60 attendees who all enjoyed some delicious mimosas and plentiful canapes served overlooking the beautiful Coral Sea. Christie Ditchburn and Rosie Butterworth are the two local nurses who organised the event, electing to raise money for a cause close to their heart. “
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After two successful Big Cigarette Butt Hunts in Cairns, thanks to funding from Queensland Gives, No More Butts is now expanding the events to four new locations including right here in the Whitsundays. No More Butts is taking action against cigarette butts, the single biggest contributor to litter in Australia and around the world, holding its first event in 2022 where more than a dozen volunteers picked up 4,500 butts in just under an hour. In 2023, 20 volunteers from several different orga
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A long-serving and highly dedicated nurse who spent her career working at Proserpine Hospital is being remembered by the broader healthcare community this week, the ground-breaking ideas she implemented over the years celebrated by all that knew her. Lola, the beloved wife of Mel and mother of Marcus, Michelle and Meagan, passed away unexpectedly in January aged 74. Lola was passionate about delivering excellent healthcare to the community and it was her lifelong dream to become a nurse. Ini
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The original founder of the Whitsundays Writers Festival will be honoured at the newly revitalised event this September with an award given in her name. Gloria Burley was the driving force behind the local writers festival for many years, until she sadly passed away in 2018. The festival has since been on pause until a newly reinvigorated committee took the reins once again, re-launching the event later this year. Remembered for her vivacious personality and passionate festival prowess, Glor
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Photo credit: Whitsunday Christian College and St Catherine’s Catholic College
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Luke Sheppard, Senior Business Relationship Manager for North Central Queensland and Cairns is now available to discuss a range of business banking services at Bendigo Community Bank Cannonvale-Proserpine. Branch Manager Amanda Anderson said: “We are excited to be able to offer Luke’s Business Banking expertise at our Branch, in addition to all our other face-to-face full banking services from 9:30am-4pm Monday to Friday”. “Luke is now available to help our wonderful Whitsundays business commun
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The new Bowen and Collinsville Visitor Guide for 2024/25 is now available. This is the second time this guide has been produced by Bowen Tourism and Business. The 60-page full colour guide includes everything tourists may want to know including where to stay, where to eat and what to do. It features articles about the Big Mango, the Bowen Jetty and the beautiful beaches and lookouts. It has a comprehensive section about Collinsville and also information on things to do Airlie Beach. Manager
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The Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced a revised program for the 2024 Whitsunday Business Conference. The Chamber has seized the opportunity to host a shorter event on Thursday 16 May 2024 to coincide with a visit from the Queensland Small Business Commissioner to our region. The full Whitsunday Business Conference program will now be held in 2025. The reschedule allows time to create a bigger and better program with a business expo and more opportunities for the b
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Photo credit: Rachael Smith
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Last week, Laura Knipe Marketing Manager, Tourism Whitsundays attended Tourism and Events Queensland’s, ‘Queensland is Calling’ Greater China Roadshow in Shanghai and Guangzhou. She was joined by Hamilton Island and 22 other outstanding Queensland operators. The event consisted of 70 meetings with wholesalers and product managers from China, Taiwan and Hong Kong and training sessions with over 170 travel agents. She also attended four networking events with wholesalers, key Chinese media pe
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Originally from South Africa, Cobus Klopper enjoyed an illustrious career working alongside some of the world’s most renowned chefs before deciding to bring his extensive skills and experience to the helm of Coral Sea Resort’s kitchen. The first of his family to venture overseas, Cobus initially moved to New Zealand when he was 30 and spent 20 years working at some of the most prestigious restaurants in the country, before moving to Australia two years ago. In 2005 Cobus became the Head Chef a
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Authentic Italian cuisine in the heart of Airlie Beach just took a light and refreshing turn thanks to the newly released lunch time menu at La Tabella. Renowned for its house-made pasta, rich and vibrant flavours, quality local produce and perfectly paired wines, La Tabella is a divine destination for dinner and a truly magical location for a leisurely lunch. The new menu has been specifically curated to suit lighter meal options and includes classic Italian and Greek salads, a succulent Fill
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The ANZAC Day Australian Rock Tribute Festival at The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel, promises to be a captivating homage to four legendary Australian bands - INXS, Cold Chisel, the Divinyls and AC/DC. Featuring local favourite, Dellacoma Rio who will be channelling the spirit of INXS, Adam Spizzo who is from the High Voltage Show, Richard Champion who sings with Filthy Animals and is an ex-AFL football legend, and Tara Graham from Captain Thunderbolt Band and the All About Gwen Tribute. With this a
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A Mackay-based author has brought her worlds of magic and fantasy to the Whitsundays with her new book, Mother Trucking Monsters. A. L. Tippett visited the region over the Easter weekend to promote the new urban fantasy novel which is partly based in Bowen and features the Big Mango. The book follows a solo mum in a magical world that isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. The central character wants what every single mum wants: to provide a happy home for her daughter and, if possible, avoid having
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Fresh from performing with the international vocal supergroup The Ten Tenors, JD Smith is coming to the region later this month, bringing with him some classic renditions of the most iconic Australian songs. Taking you on a journey through the pop, rock and country classics that have been the soundtrack to your life, JD will have you singing, dancing and cheering as you remember how much you love these iconic songs from Australia’s most iconic male performers! From the unofficial national anth
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Celebrating the school holidays in style, the Proserpine Entertainment Centre is inviting the community to come and experience movie magic for less with $10 tickets for the month of April. Whether you're planning a family outing during the school holidays or just looking to enjoy a movie with friends, now is the perfect time to catch the latest films without breaking the bank. From Kung Fu Panda 4 to Godzilla x Kong, there are a wide range of family favourites showing this month. https://www.
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Are you looking at getting into golf? Or do you simply want a fun afternoon out with the girls? If so, join Proserpine Golf Club for its lively Chip and Sip event. To start off with, sip on a glass of bubbles to gain that liquid courage and to get the conversation flowing with your fellow golf-curious ladies. Then enjoy a one-hour golf clinic followed by a 9-hole Ambrose with full use of the golf buggies. Fear not, Proserpine Golf Club isn’t expecting you to become the next Tiger Woods witho
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These school holidays, not only can you get books and movies out at your library to entertain your kids, you can also take them down to the library to participate in a variety of fun activities. If arts and craft is your child’s favourite hobby, they will have a blast painting water pistols, or they can build clay pet figures, create recycled treehouses or make lanterns at the Lalune Lantern Workshop and many more. Session numbers are limited, and some activities require bookings. To take par
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Get set for Roller Skating Fever in Airlie Beach, with the announcement of a regular Saturday Morning Mini Roller Disco at the PCYC. Run by Jane Streeter of Rolldance Skate School, the Roller Disco will be a great activity for kids, adults and families, with limited skate rental available or BYO skates. Jane also runs Learn to Skate classes for kids and adults and her inaugural roller skate lessons last term were a huge success. Due to the popularity of first term, Jane will be offering tw
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Sunday was a Social Ambrose and everybody was welcome. It was a great turnout, with 92 people taking to the course. Logan and Winston were the winners of the day. Wednesday's comp was a Single Bogie. John Storrie won the men's, Brad Fleet was runner up. Freddy Lynch won the ladies', and Leanne Swan was runner up. Easter weekend hosted two events, both sponsored by Lion Nathan XXXX. Saturday was a Single Stableford Event. Ladies' Winner was Grace Nott and Leanne Swan was Runner up, 3rd Place
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