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Mackay Table Tennis Fixture Results 2nd September 2025 Evening Fixture Results Coming close to the end of the season with only one week to go after this one, matches have been very close right across the 3 Divisions. Division 1: Fish (Geoff Denman, Steven Whiting, Jacob Whelan) defeated Birds (Emma Widdup, Trent Day, Anne Sheridan) 7-4, Geoff having a very tight win over Anne 13-11 in 5th Set. Bears (Lily Boland, Josh Brown, Lee Brake) defeated Ants (Vince Boeske, Barry Patterson, R
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Junior cricket is officially back, with players from U12 to U17 taking to the fields across Mackay, Sarina, and Proserpine for their eagerly anticipated season openers. With no senior fixtures scheduled this past weekend, it paved the way for a thrilling “Super Sunday” of junior cricket. In Sarina, the U13 sides of Sarina and Souths were first to hit the field. Sarina picked up right where they left off last season, delivering a dominant run chase led by strong performances from Mackenna Jeffs
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Mackay’s BB Print Stadium turned into a cauldron of colour and noise last Saturday as all four Mackay Brothers sides lined up for the Rugby League Mackay & District 2025 Grand Finals – an achievement in itself, two years running. The famous bagpipes heralded in a sea of blue supporters who roared their sides on across the day. By full-time, Brothers had claimed two premierships, while Moranbah and Souths ensured the spoils were shared. Brothers’ day began in style with their Under 20s powering
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BOWLS Ladies Pennant Season has now been completed, with all four divisions well represented again this year, with mixed results. Division 1 this year has seen our ladies triumphant, placing first in this division. The ladies team will now travel to Emerald on the 20th September 2025 to represent the Mackay District, to play against the Leichhardt District (Zone 7). The very best of luck and great bowling to every one playing. Our Division 4 ladies proudly won second place this year as
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At Mackay Contract Bridge Club BRIDGE Monthly incentive awards are given by the committee to players as an encouragement to play more and learn more. Winners were Martin Pearce, Laura Howland, Adrian Westcott, Sue Mayer-Miller, Karen Cadwell, Joy Block, Jewel Schmidt, Martin Pearce, Chris Meyers, Sue Ross and Errol Morris. Congratulations and well done to all. Weekly Results Monday 1 September 2025 – 5 Table Mitchell Green Points N/S E/W 1st Geoff Taylor / Nancy Martin 1st Eric Goodchi
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On Monday, 1st September, St Patrick’s College Chess teams competed at the MCC Junior Campus for the final Gardiner Chess Interschool Competition of the year. With more than 45 students across 12 teams taking part, chess at the College continues to grow from strength to strength. The College’s Premier team has once again secured a spot at the State Titles in Term 4, set to face off against Queensland’s top players. The community eagerly anticipates seeing their talent on display. Special recog
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Airlie Beach has won Bronze in the Small Top Tourism Town category at the Australian Top Tourism Town Awards in Canberra on Wednesday 3 September. This is a huge award on the national scale and Bowen was also a nominee for the Top Tourism Town. Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor was in Canberra for the announcement and said he was incredibly proud to see Airlie Beach recognised as the third best Small Tourism Town in the nation at the 2025 Australian Top Tourism Town Awards. “This award is more
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Good Deed Feed In the spirit of community connection, Bowen Meals on Wheels received some extra helping hands this week as part of National Meals on Wheels Day. Whitsundays Regional Council Mayor Ry Collins, Councillors Michelle Wright (Deputy Mayor, Whitsunday Regional Council), John Finlay (Division 6) joined Christine and the rest of the Bowen Meals on Wheels team to assist with meal deliveries across town. The group spent the day delivering warm meals, friendly smiles, and cheerful convers
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Hi Everyone! I’m back from my travels around Western Australia and the Northern Territory and I’m excited to get stuck in again. The trip was nothing short of incredible. There were plenty of long drives, but even more unforgettable views, gorges, towns and people. I feel so grateful to have had the chance to see more of this beautiful country and to experience a true Aussie road trip. Along the way I picked up plenty of travel stories, tips and advice that I can’t wait to share in Ruth2Reef
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At around midday on Sunday 31 August the Queensland Fire Department were made aware of a fire near Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach. A smoke issue was given but Queensland Fire Department announced on Facebook that no properties were at risk, but the smoke should be avoided. “Stay inside and close windows and doors as smoke could be harmful.” Was the advice given on the Facebook page. A Queensland Fire Department spokesperson confirmed the fire was put out at around 4:05pm on Sunday 31 August
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Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue is urging for more foster carers to step forward. Unfortunately, they have been left in the position where they have been turning away animals. With every foster home already full, the rescue centre is struggling to keep up with desperate requests even for animals facing euthanasia. The rescue centre covers vet work, food, and ongoing support, while foster carers provide love, safety, and a temporary home. Every time someone fosters, it means one more dog or cat
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The Bowen Gumlu Growers Gala Dinner and Awards was held last weekend, bringing together the people who power the region’s vital agricultural industry. Among those in attendance were Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor Ry Collins and his wife Mel, who joined local growers, industry leaders and special guests for an evening of recognition and celebration. The event highlighted the hard work, innovation, and commitment of the farming community, with several individuals and businesses acknowledged fo
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Last weekend the Queensland Police force deployed two horses to the streets of Airlie Beach. Sergeant (Sgt) Ben Bassingthwaighte said the Brisbane based Queensland Mounted Police unit were in Airlie Beach and the surrounding areas in relation to high visibility controls, with the main focus of being visible in the community and being able to offer support. “Horses are still relevant, even amongst modern technology, in that they're highly visible,” he said. “They're there to provide safety for
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At the Whitsunday Regional Council Ordinary Meeting on Wednesday 27th August Mayor Ry Collins and Councillors voted 5–2 against the proposed Dinosaur Activity Centre development in Airlie Beach. Mayor Ry Collins said the proposed mini golf activity was refused for a variety of reasons, including aesthetic, parking concerns, and a community petition that was heard by council. “We all want to see new land-based activities come into Airlie Beach that give locals and visitors something fun to do,
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A rare opportunity is now on the market, with just 13 hillside lots offering sweeping views of the iconic Whitsundays, priced from $495,000. With premium coastal land across the Whitsundays becoming increasingly scarce, buyers are turning their attention to Airlie Summit, one of the region’s last elevated masterplanned communities offering sweeping ocean views and a rare chance to build in a blue-chip location. The Panorama Release, nestled within Alder’s $60 million hillside community, has alr
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It has been a big few weeks for Bowen, with our community well and truly kicking goals on both the agriculture and tourism fronts. Two very different but equally important parts of our economy have been in the spotlight and both have done us proud. Last weekend I attended the Bowen Gumlu Growers Gala Dinner and Awards, a fantastic celebration of the people who drive our agriculture industry. It was a great opportunity to spend time with many of our Whitsunday region’s leading growers, and to h
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As part of Bendigo Bank — Australia’s most trusted bank — Community Bank Cannonvale–Proserpine delivers the products, technology and security of a big bank while staying true to what matters most: personalised service and reinvesting profits back into our community. Unlike many financial institutions, we are independently owned and operated with one clear mission — to support the Whitsundays. Over the past seven years, we’ve proudly contributed more than $249,000 into local schools, social prog
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When it comes to recycling, keeping it loose makes all the difference. Bagged recycling can’t be properly sorted at recycling facilities; in fact, it can damage the sorting equipment and can sometimes mean the whole load is sent straight to landfill. By placing your hard plastics, steel, aluminium, glass, paper and cardboard loose in the yellow bin, you’re helping make sure these items get recycled into useful new products, like park benches and planter boxes. Keeping your recycling loose is a
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Tourism Whitsundays is proud to showcase local operators leading by example in environmental responsibility, proving that world-class experiences and conservation go hand in hand. Over at Daydream Island Resort and Living Reef, the Living Reef team is literally growing the future. Their coral restoration program sees new life planted into Lovers Cove, where guests can snorkel among thriving reefs they've helped create. Wings Sailing Charters has earned Advanced Eco certification, ensuring ever
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Get ready for a splash of colour and community fun at the Coral Sea Marina annual Colour Fun Run on Saturday, 13 September, as part of Queensland Child Protection Week 2025. Organised by Whitsunday Counselling & Support (WC&S), this free, action-packed event at the Marina Gardens from 9am to 12pm promises a morning full of laughter, family activities, and vibrant festivities. Participants can enjoy live music, face painting, a sausage sizzle, kid-friendly games, and the iconic colourful ‘fun ru
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Tec-NQ House grade 11 boarding student Caleb has his sights set firmly on the automotive trade, splitting his week between the classroom, paid work, and hands-on experience at the Townsville Audi and Porsche dealership just down the road from Tec-NQ House boarding campus. “I got to work on a timing belt,” said Caleb. “Each day I went to work experience, I walked because it was just up the road.” Time in a prestigious workshop has given him confidence and clarity. “I get to help the workers in
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The Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre officially opened their Food Bank on Monday 1st September, a project that has been in the works for the last 12 months. The Food Bank, funded by the Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre’s op shop and sponsorship by North Queensland Bulk Ports and the Whitsunday Regional Council, is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9am – 11am. Executive Officer of the Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre Rebecca Woods said she anticipates more products to come in that will extend their
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In a powerful demonstration of community compassion, the Bowen Community Centre, led by Sally Roberts with support from Lauren Miller and Alison Byde of Abbot Point Operations, served 443 hot dogs to locals during a recent outreach event aimed at supporting people experiencing homelessness. The event, on Tuesday 26 August, was made possible through the generous donation of produce by Andrew, manager of Woolworths, along with the enthusiastic participation of local businesses and schools. Each h
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Friday 5 September Airlie Beach Hotel: Andy Mammers (7pm – 10pm) Grand View Hotel: DJ Night (from 8pm) KC's: Bear Brewer (from 8pm) Saturday 6 September Airlie Beach Hotel: Big Stadium Rock (2pm – 5.30pm) Airlie Beach Hotel: Andy Mammers (7pm – 10pm) Grand View Hotel: Daybreak (from 8pm) KC's: Chris Booroff (from 8pm) Sunday 7 September Airlie Beach Hotel: Big Stadium Rock (2pm – 5.30pm) Airlie Beach Hotel: Paul Fergus Morris (6.30pm – 9.30pm) Grand View Hotel: Brother Hollow (4pm - 8pm) KC's:
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September 5 Don River Dash 300 Day 1, Various Along Bowen’s Don River, 4:00pm-10:00pm 3 Whitsunday Quilters & Hand Crafts Group, Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre, 9:00am-1:30pm, $5pp. 6 Don River Dash 300 Day 2, Various Along Bowen’s Don River, 4:00pm-10:00pm **7 Father’s Day ** 7 Don River Dash 300 Day 3, Various Along Bowen’s Don River, 4:00pm-10:00pm 7 Bowen Community Markets, Hansen Park, from 8:00am 9 Sailing For Those With Disability, Whitsunday Sailing Club, from 9am 9 Tech Help, C
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