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Collaboration Is Key

Central to a successful tourism industry is collaboration between key stakeholders, especially in the closely connected network of the Whitsunday region.Bringing some of the great tourist-minds of the region together at the quarterly roundtable lunches is an important part of leveraging off local knowledge.

Whitsunday Coast Waterways Graded

Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Coast has been graded, with the release of the 2022 Mackay-Whitsunday-Isaac (MWI) waterway health Report Card last week. Assessing waterway conditions within the region, the report considers freshwater, estuary, and marine environments. Using data collected from July 2021 till June 2022, the Whitsunday Coast was graded between B (good) and D (poor) rankings.

Stage 2 Boardwalk Upgrade Approved

The second stage of the refurbishment to the Airlie Beach Boardwalk has been approved by Whitsunday Regional Council, and now waiting on securing final approval from the Federal Government.

Reach New Heights At Airlie Summit

Nothing beats the feeling of inviting friends and family to a home that you’re proud of, and that is exactly what you will experience living on the elevated enclave of Airlie Summit. With stunning panoramic views of the crystal clear cerulean blue seas to the front, each plot of land is also sheltered by the lush natural wonderland of the Conway National Park behind. There is there literally nowhere else in the world quite like it.

‘Feels Like the First Time’ With Classic Rockers

Don’t forget to check out the Australian Foreigner Show on Sunday, July 30, showcasing the likes of Ben Jovi of the Bon Jon Forever Show, depicting the absolute legend, Lou Gramm, of the classic Foreigner.

‘Thank You For Loving Me’ Bon Jovi Forever Show

We will all be ‘Livin’ on a Prayer’ next weekend, with one of the best Bon Jovi tribute acts gracing the Airlie Beach Hotel stage for one massive show. Front man Ben, better known as Ben Jovi, has been leading the way with the Bon Jovi Forever show for years, with powerful and palpable prowess and dedication to the show and the performance.

Revisioning Of Leonard Cohen Coming To The PEC

The classic legend of Leonard Cohen is reimagined in this star-studded musical biographical cabaret, coming to the Proserpine Entertainment Centre (PEC) this month. Be transformed and transfixed by this fantastic and sensational seven-piece band, starring the magnificent Jonathan Anstock as Leonard Cohen himself.

Calling All Artists!

As part of the upcoming Cruise Whitsundays Great Barrier Reef Festival, local artists are invited to create new artwork to submit into the festival’s art exhibition which will take place at a special location for the duration of the event.

Movie Review: Barbie

The newest Barbie film, headlined by Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, has been kept tightly under wraps, meaning the intrigue and wonder is only building for audiences. What we do know:

The Ins And Outs Of Self-Publishing

Calling all authors, this is the event for you! Taking you through the world of self-publishing, publishing consultant 852 Press are hosting the ‘Self-Publishing Basics’ workshop. 852 Press Director Dr Julia Evans and author of nine books, Richard Evans, will go through all the ins and outs of the self-publishing world, covering all aspects of the pathway.

Whitsunday Ties To Women’s State Of Origin

Now two months into her professional development, Lily Peacock, has made her Women’s State of Origin debut. Earlier this year, Lily made the move to Townsville, to begin her development with the Toyota Cowboys, a move which has rewarded her with a shot at the U19 Women’s State of Origin.

Records, Records at the Tassal Group Airlie Beach Marathon Festival

The Tassal Group Airlie Beach Marathon Festival was held over the weekend with almost 500 runners pounding the footpaths and boardwalk around the foreshore.The competitors came from all over Australia and further afield with entries from New Zealand, Scotland, and the USA.The McDonald’s Magic Mile was the enticer on Saturday afternoon with Billy Grogan winning the men’s race and Claire Ashworth taking the cash in the women’s category.The North Queensland Marathon Championship was the marquee eve

Ironman Legend Set For Airlie Beach Triathlon Festival

Sea Eagles Win With Pride

Whitsunday Sea Eagles hosted AFLQ Pride Round at home Saturday with some fantastic clashes against North Mackay Saints in the changing wet and windy conditions.Sea Eagles Senior Men took on ladder leaders North Mackay Saints for a tough on field battle in trying conditions.

Airlie Beach Bowls Report

Already the days are getting longer with more daylight and although our little club did incur some intermittent issues with our cover and slight precipitation, it sure did not lose the quality of great bowling that was produced by our members and visitors this week.Starting on Tuesday afternoon where our own Pam Collins team up with our visitor from Tweed Heads bowling club Robin Fuller to beat Els Van Soest and Brian Fuller as well as a star-studded field to be convincing winners of the day.

Bowen Bowls Report

Competition Games:Singles: Steve Roome defeated Ian Best.Triples: Lee Welsted, Jeoff Tierney, and Steve Roome defeated Jill Brabon, Tiarna Rogers, and Daryl Tuttle.Wednesday Social:

Proserpine Bowls Report-234

Quality Games Of Bowls PlayedOn Wednesday we had nine players enjoying a windy afternoon of social bowls. Alen Sanderson, Carol Smith, and Bob Ross defeated Lee King, Arthur Griffith, and Heather Brown 20 – 14.

Wangaratta Bowls Report

Winners for Monday Triples were K Daniels, M Drummond, and A Rolfe who defeated M Hyde, R Hyde, and N Dawson. Runners Up for the afternoon were K Wallace, P Donohue, and S Snow who defeated Sugar, K Whitton, and G Colquhoun.

Bowen Golf Report

Wednesday’s competition was a single stableford event sponsored by Bowen Golf Club. Ladies’ winner on a countback was Julie Martin 39pts, runner up Anne Mason 39pts. Mens winner Perry Davis 40pts, runner up Ron Edkins 39pts.

Proserpine Golf Report

Laurie Dakin scored a very nice 37 pts to win the Club Tuesday Competition ahead of Paul Gray and Rehab Hull on 34 pts. Leanne Alexander won the NTP.Beryl Nosworthy and Ann Gardel won the annual Tina Badenhorst Day with 56 points, ahead of Rehab Hull and Jacqui Wall on 55 pts, and Marlene Gray and Trish McNeill in 3rd place.

Whitsunday Golf Report

Our weekly 9-hole stableford comp saw Justyn Durbin in first place with 25 pts, second place with 21pts was Perri Simpson and third on 20 pts Scott Hayes-Williams.Fridays 9-hole stableford saw Marc Belke on first place with 23 c/b, second place with 23 pts was Scott Hayes-Williams and third place Cy Taylor with 22 pts. Great job Gentlemen.

Twilight Race Report

After a couple of weeks of very light breeze, it was nice to see a 15 knot south-easterly wind blowing across Pioneer Bay for the start of last week’s Whitsunday Sailing Club twilight race. These events, every Wednesday afternoon, attract up to 120 locals and visitors to have a go at sailing in an organised yacht race.

Massive weekend of Football for Whitsunday United FC

The weekend started on the Friday night with our Divisional Men coming away with two losses despite strong performances. The div2 men put up a respectable fight but as has happened for most of the season, goals were elusive, and the good periods of possession went unrewarded. The div2 men went down 4-0.

Event Guide

Mackay and District Orchid Society Inc Presents the Winter Orchid Show. Orchids, pots, potting mediums and tags for sale, orchid culture demonstrations, raffles and Devonshire morning and afternoon teas. $2 coin donation.

From Humble Beginnings To Continuing The Legacy

Fergus Builders has solidified its position as a leading name in Mackay's construction industry, renowned for its commitment to excellence, integrity, and forward-thinking. Since its establishment in October 1983 by visionary entrepreneur Garry Fergus, the company has been instrumental in transforming the region's building and construction landscape.