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Undeniable talent is Liam O’Neill. Hair raising, skin tingling, incredible beats is what you can expect from this youth drummer, and in a few short years, do not be surprised to see him supplying the heavy beats for unstoppable music tracks. Music is something he has always been surrounded with, with his father a great muso and his brother pursuing music in the music hub Melbourne. One day, Liam just hopped behind his dad’s kit and everything changed. A natural talent, Liam took to the drums
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With a few of our crew and skippers away, and 1 skipper confined with Covid, the last thing we needed was 3-4 activations a day on more than one occasion, with some lengthy ones included, but that is what we finished up with. Absolutely great commitment and dedication by the skippers, senior crew and crew that made themselves available over that period to provide the safety net for boaties and the islands over the holiday period. The VMRW volunteers excelled. What does that navigation mark me
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Bowen tourism and accommodation operators are excited to share that business is booming this festive summer season. Owner and Manager of Queens Beach Tourist Village, Jennie Greer states that Christmas and New Year bookings have been at an all-time high, compared to previous years. “Bowen is definitely becoming more popular, and we are proud to have an award-winning park within the area for guests to come and enjoy. We hope this trend continues as it can only benefit accommodation providers an
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Last year we witnessed a revitalised Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry in their pursuit to drive sustainable business growth and connectivity for their members. In 2024, the Chamber will continue to champion for the business community through their advocacy work, provide exclusive services to members, and host business events and education. This year the Chamber is delighted to partner with Mackay and Whitsunday Life newspaper on a new article series. Readers will continue to hear
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Residents of the Whitsundays should be aware that snake activity is on the rise, with warm humid temperatures ensuring that snakes are active and out and about. How to protect your home this summer: Be sure to maintain your yard and lawns, so that snakes cannot hide as easily in long grass. Avoid leaving piles of rubbish or building refuse around, as snakes can easily hide in the small nooks and crannies. Store pet food and food scraps in closed and well-sealed containers and bins, to reduce
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What is your role at Tourism Whitsundays? My role at Tourism Whitsundays is Brand and Marketing Executive. The Whitsundays brand is my baby; I love watching campaigns and projects begin in the ideation phase and seeing them come to fruition, knowing that, as a team, we achieved that and delivered results for the destination. What is your ideal weekend in The Whitsundays? My ideal weekend in The Whitsundays is, of course, taking advantage of our stunning backyard. For me, the ultimate weekend
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Delivering exceptional service with the utmost care and consideration is integral to Eyecare Plus Ayr. Having been a central service in the Burdekin for over 70 years, Eyecare Plus Ayr is synonymous with meticulous health care and a gentle approach. And now, with new ownership at the helm of the business as of 2018, Eyecare Plus Ayr continues to provide optometry services to the region. Shannon Davies is the current owner and Optometrist, who has lived locally for the past decade. Shannon has
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Are you a young woman who has always wished to learn how to sail? This is your chance, with the Whitsunday Sailing Club hosting Start Sailing 1, a sailing course specially designed and exclusive for women, and taught by female Australian Sailing accredited instructors. This short course allows all participants to gain all the necessary and practical skills and confidence in a supportive, encouraging, and welcoming environment. Participants will gain experience through sailing in a dingy, lear
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Are you a local sporting group? Or are you looking to get involved in local sport? Then the ninth annual Whitsunday Sports Expo is the place to be. With the entire community invited to stop by, the Whitsunday Sports Expo is the best place to see the variety of local and community sporting groups, clubs, teams, and individual pursuits that are on offer in our region. Aimed to get all individuals, from school aged youth to working adults on the field, this Sports Expo supports and encouraging e
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Whether it be locals sipping their lattes at coffee shops, drinking pints at the local, sharing a story at the weekend barbie or rising from their yoga mats after their downward dogs, there’s a common theme in Airlie; An urban myth that pops up in conversation; A mystifying, riveting mystery of the ‘Curse of the Whitsundays’. Many speak of a curse that’s been placed on the Whitsundays long ago. That Airlie Beach is a place of healing, yet it has a cloud that hangs over its dark past. Local Mus
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Were compiled and are practiced by Tibetan Monks to regain health, youth, and vitality. The 5 Rites are specific movements that focus on increasing the speed of the 7 energy vortexes in the body. These vortexes slow down as we age and have a degenerating effect on the physical body. Practicing the 5 Tibetan Rites can increase the speed of the vortexes hence benefiting overall health whilst rejuvenating the body. “The only INNER difference between youth and serenity is simply the difference betwe
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Good sleep routine and even better sleep habits is paramount to a healthy, successful and a productive day, which is why Nathan Harriott established Restore Sleep Clinic, a progressive and unique sleep clinic that specialises in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders, and best aligns good sleep practices for the residents of the Whitsundays. Opening the doors six months ago, Restore Sleep Clinic is unique in its offering and services. Nathan is the Psychologist, and diagnoses and treats sleep
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Proserpine Golf Club is starting the year off with a fun Social golf day on Australia Day – Everyone is welcome to don their best Aussie garb and zinc for a fun, yet competitive, 2 ball Ambrose. It will be a great day out with prizes and tucker in the spirit of Australia. On Saturday 17th February, Proserpine Golf Club will host its inaugural CQ Rescue Charity Golf Day. We invite you and your team to join us in supporting the vital work of the Central Queensland Helicopter Rescue Service. $500
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Do you wish to further develop your child’s independence, confidence, initiative, and ability? Then Proserpine Scout Group is the place to go! Built upon the values of assisting young people to achieve their full physical, intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual potentials, Proserpine Scouts works to develop the region's young people into responsible global citizens and capable resources for their community. Savi Griffith joined Proserpine Scout Group two years ago and has continued to th
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Our local Proserpine Mill has signed on six new apprentices, as part of 34 across the eight Wilmar Sugar and Renewables Queensland sugar mills. The new apprentices completed their two-week Safe Start program in January, before they began their work at their representative sugar mills. Training Superintendent Daniel Shipard said the two-week Safe Start program prepared the new apprentices for what life would be like in Wilmar’s mills. “It’s about getting them to understand Wilmar’s safety requ
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I think it’s obvious to people now that things like New Year’s Resolutions, New Year New You, and being instantly motivated to make changes simply doesn't work. So, what DOES work? 1. It’s not selfish to prioritise yourself and allow yourself a little bit of you time daily to exercise. If you don’t look after your own health, then ultimately how is that being a role model to your loved ones who are watching and mimicking your every move? 2. M
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In the rise of young people using unnecessary treatments on their skin, these trendy brands and skincare are often doing more harm than good. Using skincare not specifically formulated for your skin type can pose a myriad of dangers, potentially leading to adverse effects and long-term damage. One of the primary risks lies in exacerbating existing skin conditions. Different skin types require specific ingredients and formulations to address concerns effectively. Using products not designed for y
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Lay back and get ready for an afternoon of relaxation like none before, with the cool tunes of the Beach Boys waving over you. With cruising vocals and that perfect classic 60s feel, The Beach Boys have never gone out of style, only reimagined with all time fans, with the Australian Beach Boys Tribute paying homage to the nostalgia of our time. A brainchild of performer Will Siska, the Australian Beach Boys Tribute is a loving recreation of the nostalgic legends that are the Beach Boys. “We ch
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Listen up treasure seekers and knick knack finders, Whitsunday Creatives’ Car Boot Sale is back and boasting an opportunity to rediscover preloved treasures from local residents. With 20 cars and their boots on offer, the shopfront of Whitsunday Creatives will also be operating as normal, meaning you can discover all the second-hand goodies, before venturing indoors and explore all the handmade, locally produced goodies which boast imaginable local talent.
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Do you know what to do this Australia Day? Why not head to the Proserpine Youth Space annual Slime Fest, and have a great family fun day! With an Australian barbeque on offer, fun run, slime slip n’ slide, games, and so much more, this will be fun for the whole family! Registration begins at 9.30am, with the run starting at 10am. Costing just $5 per person, or $20 per family or team, up to five people, this is a great opportunity to get active this Australia Day, with all proceeds going toward
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For the girls of the Year 8 Red Volleyball team for Proserpine State High School, coming home from the Queensland Volleyball Junior Schools Cup with Gold for Division 2 was a massive achievement. Travelling to the Gold Coast for the competition, the girls were eager to showcase their growth, development, and improved skills on the court, with this year being the second time some of the girls have made it to the Schools Cup. The team played five games across three days of competition and were v
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Can you believe that Christmas has been and gone and all the pots have been put away because New Years Eve is over and we are into 2024? This is going to be a fabulous year and all the members of our little club at ABBC would like to wish everyone a sensational year ahead. We were still playing bowls over the holiday period, and it was Bobby Spees who shone like a high beam at night time with a masterful display of accuracy and precision firstly with Mark Mawson teaming up to beat all on comers
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Wednesday Social: Keith Kirk, Rob, Kevin Jewel d Robyn Stitt, Wendy, Lee Welsted. Daryl Tuttle, Linda, Jeff Tierney defeated MaryEllen Pratten, Rossco, and Steve Roome. Herb Dalton, Andrew Peebles, Jason Wright drew with Tracey Roach, Wayne Crowhurst, S. Fuller. Seven played Scroungers: Ron, Lloyd, Gavin, Brett, Dacoda, Grandson and Jane. Contributed with thanks to Joan Edwards.
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Happy New Year to all. We are looking forward to a great bowling year. Although still a little warm, 18 players returned to the green on Sunday for a nice afternoon of bowls. Winners for the afternoon were Toni Bowen, Teresa Willshire, and Allan Rolfe who defeated Bron Tolcher, Robyn Stitt, and Barry Beel, Others were Lindy Suann, Alby Vigar, and Kennedy Whitton defeated Merle Elphinstone, Irene Laird, and Pat Tracey. Stumpy Adamsm Penny Warren, and Mark Drummond defeated Bill Myers, Deb Retc
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