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The Whitsunday Regional Council is set to unveil a brand-new bike track, aiming to provide a fun yet challenging experience for local bike riders, scooter enthusiasts and skateboarders. An investment of $300,000 was poured into the project with the help of Bowen Rail Company. Construction works on the Darcy Munro Park Pump Track in Collinsville will commence on April 2, with stage one of the four-stage circuit expected to be ready for locals both young and old to enjoy by early May. Bowen Ra
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The man accused of killing three family members and wounding a fourth on a remote property in Bogie had his case mentioned in the Bowen Magistrates Court Last week. In August 2022, 60-year-old Darryl Valroy Young allegedly invited the neighbouring property owners over to the estate’s borderline to discuss a dispute regarding boundaries. During this conversation, Mr Young allegedly said he was going to "end this once and for all", before allegedly producing a shot gun and firing off five rounds
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Whitsunday Sailing Club (WSC) is thrilled to announce naming rights sponsors, Ocean Dynamics and Mount Gay to 2024’s Airlie Beach Race Week! Organisers are thrilled to have already received 60 registrations for the 36th annual event, signifying it will be another vibrant regatta this year. Ocean Dynamics is a perfectly aligned sponsor, the family run luxury charter business demonstrating a love for the ocean and all its vessels. Carolyn Lewis, director of Ocean Dynamics said, “I am excited t
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Australian music royalty, Kylie Minogue touched down in the Whitsundays over the weekend, choosing to enjoy a much-needed mini-break in our beautiful region. In the middle of her Las Vegas Residency entitled, ‘More Than Just A Residency’, Kylie decided to fly back to her home country, posting photos of herself at 5-star luxury resort qualia on Hamilton Island. The 55-year-old singer was seen to be enjoying the views wearing a red bikini and white combat pants, indulging in a bottle of her own
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One of our favourite local real estate agents is celebrating this week with the news that they have once again claimed a sweep of prizes at the Rate My Agents Award. Taylors Property Specialists took home five top gongs for the regions of Airlie Beach, Cannonvale, Cannon Valley, Strathdickie and Jubilee Pocket. One of their star Property Specialists, Mel Butcher, was also the recipient of the prestigious Real Estate Agent of the Year Award for Cannonvale. This is the fifth time in her seven-y
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Returning for its 12 year, the award-winning Airlie Beach Festival of Music has released its first line-up, announcing a host of iconic names that will grace the main-stage at the big top tent located at the Whitsunday Sailing Club. Renowned as one of the most picturesque and inspiring festival locations, festivalgoers enjoy a four day event to the back-drop of the stunning Coral Sea. There are also dozens of break-off live music gigs held at venues right across the town and featuring a range
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The Rotary Club of Bowen are creating and opening up little libraries as part of their goals for the year. Current President Helen Woodhouse, who has been President for six years, said one of her goals was to have little libraries all over Bowen. Little Libraries are small, bird house-looking, honour-based enclosures. The concept is people take a book and leave a book, some even have donation boxes. Helen wanted to create them as she believes it is important for children to read books. T
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Chaz Height: 6’4 Age: 15 Position: Centre, Power Forward Liam Height: 6’2 Age: 16 Position: Small Forward, Shooting Guard Two local boys are celebrating a once in a generation sporting achievement, with both junior athletes recently selected to play in their respective Northern Region School Sport (NRSS) Basketball teams. 16-year-old Liam Steen is now playing in the Under 19’s team and his sporting buddy, 15-year-old Chaz Calder is in the Under 16 squad. Both boys were awarded their place
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It’s been another busy week for businesses in the region, preparing for the lead up to Easter and the school holidays. Cyclone Megan was the fifth tropical cyclone to impact the country this season, and has left another indelible mark on Far North Queensland as the cyclone season draws to a close. Recent weather events are a timely reminder about the importance of having up-to-date information to help make decisions about insurance and your business. The Department of Employment, Small Business
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The latest Thriive event hosted by the business culture specialists at Shiift last Thursday night was a huge success and took attendees on a deep dive into the personality traits of introverts and extroverts. This informative and lively workshop showed how our differences are our strengths by explaining the underlying biology of extroverts and introverts. While extroverts thrive in a noisier, action-orientated environment, introverts prefer smaller groups, and a calmer, quiet atmosphere. This
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Tourism Whitsundays is a dynamic and forward-thinking company that drives the marketing of our region, promoting local tourism and actively bringing holidaymakers from around Australia and the world, to the Whitsundays. While we know what they do outside of the region, there is still a lot of dedicated work happening right here in the Whitsundays. To showcase the local team and share how connected they are to local tourism, we are starting a new monthly segment called ‘Out and About’. I
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In the early 1920s, residents decided to build a community hall and recreation centre. Mr G A Jenkins deeded one acre of ground in a convenient corner position bounded by the main Strathdickie road to the west, School Road on the north and the mill tramline to the south. The corner of the road, known as Hall Corner, is now known as the Strathdickie Smithy Corner. Two acres of scrub land was felled on Alec MacPherson’s property and planted with Badilla cane, all done voluntarily. When the cane
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Its Easter! And who doesn’t love a Bilby at Easter? Well, me! Did you know that a Bilby is a species of Bandicoot? Here in the Whitsundays, we see a different species of Bandicoot but they are here and in good numbers. I actually enjoy the little creatures and I have often watched them sneaking about in the night BUT I do not want them in my veggie patch (unless they are made of Chocolate – note to my family). Bandicoots are lawn grub destroyers, which is fantastic. Lawn grubs are the larva
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Standing proudly among the pack in a traditionally male-dominated trade, Mel loves the working environment at Master Butchers Whitsunday and always gives her all, representing a strong female force, paving a way for other women in the industry. This born and bred local is always ensuring customers receive the very best, perfecting her cuts, and curating her craft, in her apprenticeship with Master Butchers Whitsunday. Having joined the team in 2020, for Melanie, it was no surprise she has found
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It was in Daniel’s blood to become a chef, following in the capable footsteps of his father, who had always loved cooking up a storm in the kitchen. “My dad was a chef, and I have always loved working with food and making people happy,” Danny explained. “Food makes people happy and being around happy people gives you such a rush.” Relocating to Airlie Beach 10 years ago was a surprise decision for Danny and one that completely changed the trajectory of his and his family’s life. Since his relo
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A lifetime of knowledge, years of hand-crafted expertise and perfectly precise industry skills are at the heart the technique and experience Anthony “Whytey” Whyte brings to his role every day at Master Butchers Whitsunday. It all started when Whytey was welcomed into a butcher shop as a 15-year-old, in the role of wash-up boy. From here, he transitioned into an apprenticeship before honing his skills over the years and becoming the strong and capable butcher who now stands front and centre at
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In the heart of Cannonvale, Master Butchers Whitsundays’ first storefront sits proudly as the flagship of a business that has expanded and diversified over the years, growing from just four staff to now over 40 dedicated team members across four locations. It boasts several beautifully stocked display cabinets offering a range of cuts and tantalising mealtime choices, a Himalayan salt dry-aging coolroom, freezers packed with tender treats and shelves sparkling with an array of rubs and salts ded
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2009 Rescued a small butchery from closure and began Master Butchers Whitsunday with a single shopfront and just a couple of staff. 2011-2014 Expanded to take over the shopfront along the side of the building and added a cool room to the open shopfront. In 2015, they expanded further to the corner of the building and added a freezer space. 2014 Master Butcher Whitsunday wins Best Sausage In Australia for their Casalinga variety. Don and Karen headed down to Australian Meat Industry Council
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At the Airlie Beach Hotel, next weekend, get transported back to the 70’s with The Australian Eagles Show. Usually playing in front of sold-out theatres, the Airlie Beach Hotel is extremely lucky to have this rocking act perform live from its bar-top stage. Everyone in town is invited to come on down and enjoy this unforgettable show for free! The group have travelled Australia-wide and are often called the country’s most authentic Eagles experience. As part of their ‘Life in the Fast Lane’
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Melbourne born singer songwriter, Phoebe Jacobs, intertwines modern soul coupled with melodic pop, giving audiences an experience like no other as she takes to the stage of KC’s Bar and Grill this Easter Monday! Phoebe was first recognised for her vocal talent in the early stages of life after her family discovered her harmonic voice at a very young age whilst belting out Christmas carols. Coming from a very musical household, her mother and brother would often harmonise with her and impressive
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Inspector Sun and the Curse of the Black Widow Spider Inspector Sun boards what seems to be normal plane for a much-needed vacation, but when a millionaire receives a threat for his life, Sun is back in action. Trapped in a web of lies, Sun must find the offender before it’s too late. Running Time: 88 minutes Price: $10-$12.50 Image 2 Peter Rabbit 2 In an Easter Sunday special screening catch Peter Rabbit in his second big screen adventure. Peter now has a family, but he can’t help falling b
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Close off your school holidays in style with a special child friendly Come and Try Golf Day which is open to all families across the region. This event is the first time Cannonvale State School P&C and Whitsunday Green have come together to create a special day of this type, and P&C President, Sabrina Mitchell, says she is hoping it could become annual. All proceeds from the event are directed straight back into Cannonvale State School and will be used to purchase E reader pens. These clever
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Families from across the region are invited to the Reef Gateway Hotel in Cannonvale this Easter Monday for a fun and interactive night of bingo where everyone, whether they be big or small, will have the chance to get involved. Airlie Beach Bingo Whitsundays and Cannonvale State School P&C welcome you to this special Easter Family Bingo event, with a grand prize of $500, this is a bingo night that cannot be missed. There will also be a mega raffle on the evening. For the past 11 years Airlie
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The Whitsunday food offering just got even more exciting with the opening of Red Fish Chinese Restaurant in Cannonvale last week. Husband and wife team, Anna Nguyen and Dinh Le, relocated their young family from Melbourne to the Whitsundays and bring with them over 20 years of experience operating a similar eatery called Quang Vinh Restaurant. “We’ve always loved coming here on holiday and saw a gap in the market for our food here in the Whitsundays,” said Mr Le. Anna said they are looking f
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Organisers of the Whitsundays Writers Festival are thrilled to announce the addition of the Big Book Club High Tea which will be held on the Saturday afternoon of the event, nestled in its heart, and a treat for all to enjoy. Hosted by two highly acclaimed Australian authors, Sally Hepworth and Kirsty Manning, the special book club event will be an opportunity for attendees to enjoy an intimate afternoon with these two inspiring writers who will share insights into their novels. New York Times
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