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Whitsunday Regional Council have opened a consultation period asking the community’s opinion on whether to trial seven pedestrian crossings on Airlie Beach Main Street. This move goes in hand with a Main Street upgrade which will see the lagoon and foreshore receive new landscaping, line marking, repairs, improved lighting, and deep cleaning of pavements.
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The Whitsunday Coast Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its Vision for the Whitsunday initiative.Employing a series of workshop style focus groups, the Whitsunday Coast Chamber of Commerce are working to better futureproof their economic projection for the Whitsundays, a projection that is informed by the region’s trades, small business, commerce, and industry.
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The 81st Proserpine Whitsunday Uniting Church Flower Show and Fete has flourished once again this year, with over 350 attendees visiting Proserpine State School to browse the various entries, enjoy the entertainment and purchase homemade goodies.
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Whitsunday schools gathered together for a night of musical celebration, performing for the wider community at a special concert held last Friday night. The 2023 Gala Concert welcomed friends and family to Proserpine State High School to showcase the musical abilities of students across the region.
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Visitors to the North Head Lighthouse were greeted with an unexpected surprise, when Kenny the Kensington Pride Mango Mascot snapped pictures with them as they took the walk. The North Head Lighthouse walk is a well-loved experience, attracting visitors from across Australia.
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Within the small community of Collinsville, the Collinsville Multi-Purpose Health Service (MPHS) looks after every single resident, making sure everyone is in good health and good spirit. Overseeing the Health Service is Dr Myint Soe, the medical superintendent who has been at the helm for almost 20 years, and bringing with him extensive medical experience and history, spanning three continents.
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With our Whitsunday Coast Airport recording record numbers and cruise ship visits increasing with new cruise lines utilising our revitalised Shute Harbour Marine Terminal, Council is keen to ensure a better visitor in Airlie Beach.
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Bowen telehealth coordinator Jennifer Aceret has been awarded the Non-Clinical Award for the great work she has done with the Mackay Hospital and Health Service.“I didn't know I was nominated,” Jennifer explained.
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The Whitsundays Tourism Awards judging is underway this week, with ten dedicated judges from The Whitsundays and wider tourism industry are all reading, scoring and discussing the submissions put forward by 40 local businesses. Released this week, is the lighter side of the Awards and one that everyone can get involved in – the People’s Choice Award.
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One of the oldest surviving World War II veterans in the country celebrated his 102nd birthday at the Proserpine RSL on Sunday Afternoon.George Gnezdiloff was surrounded by friends, family and even strangers that took the time to stop-by and congratulate him on his most recent lap around the sun.
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For Jane Bettridge, a quiet retirement was something that she steered clear of, instead filling her time giving back to the Proserpine and Whitsundays community as much as possible. In her working life, Jane was a primary school teacher, teaching the youngest of our youth for years before she moved into retirement.
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Prepare to be outrageously entertained, unprecedentedly overcome with laughter, and struggling to stay in your seat, with these hilarious Australian women Ellen Briggs and Mandy Nolan performing their absolutely cracker comedy show, Women Like Us at the Airlie Beach Hotel this September.
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The Whitsunday Old Iron Restorer’s Club are holding their 2023 Car, 4WD and Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet, a perfect place for all car and motorbike lovers to showcase their trophy engines.
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Since 1873 St Mary’s Catholic School in Bowen has been delivering quality education to the children of Bowen. And on their 150th birthday, St Mary’s is welcoming any and all members of the community to celebrate the milestone.
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With just a few tickets remaining to the iconic White on Whitehaven long table lunch, locals are invited to book now for a spectacular day out, cruising the azure waters, dining on sparkling silica sand, and drinking French Champagne.
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Airlie Beach Festival of Music is gearing up for another massive year, with the official main stage schedule released this week. In just under two months, 50 talented bands and solo artists will descend upon the town for one wild weekend of musical mayhem spread out over 14 venues.Every day, festival goers can wander from each venue, soaking up the eclectic vibes or they can simply head to the main stage, which is located in the large top tent at the Whitsunday Sailing Club.
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Open your books, put pen to paper and write down the date of the newly announced Whitsunday Writers Festival which is due to take place from September 6-8 next year.Following an eight-year hiatus, the festival is making a triumphant return to the region and the long-awaited event promises to be a celebration of words, writers, and readers, rekindling the literary flame in the heart of Queensland.
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Whitsunday Sea Eagles Senior Men and Under 12s travelled to Rogers Oval in Mackay for Preliminary Finals and a shot at Grand Final appearances. Sea Eagles Senior Men missed out on the Grand Final in a heartbreaking loss to Eastern Swans by the narrowest of margins 76 – 77.
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Whitsunday Touch Football has welcomed a group of new players, sharing the sport of touch footy with individuals living with intellectual and physical impairments.The eight-week program is called All Abilities Touch Football and is an inclusive program for people of all abilities to learn Touch skills and play the sport in a supported environment.
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With 5 teams of 10 in the final’s series, there was plenty to cheer about for the orange army in Mackay. And with 4 of those five progressing, there is still plenty more to cheer about next week!The day started early with the Under 13’s Div 1.
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Perfectly aligned with Queensland Mental Health Week, Healthy Kids Project will be hosting their inaugural Happy Hike early next month. No matter age, ability, or experience, the Happy Hike encourages everyone in the family to take on one of two hikes in Airlie Beach, in order to promote positive mental and physical wellbeing.
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Spring has arrived, the birds are singing and preparing their nests for new arrivals and the flowers are blooming and so has our bowls starting on Tuesday with 14 teams.All ladies competing for the Spring Fling 56 smartly dressed ladies all competing for the top prize, which was won by Margo Stanley's team with lead Marie Duck and second Dorothy Wise both from North Mackay with our own little champion Betty Nicole at 3rd.
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On Wednesday we had a good turn up for Social bowls. Bruce Uhe and Peter Lawton defeated Ted Cullen and Russell Jackson 16 - 14 in a game of traditional pairs, in practice for the upcoming Pratt Cup. Alen Sanderson and Philip Brown defeated Jim Bownds and Paul Gerbich (visitor from Queenbeyan) 19 - 17 in a game of 3 bowl Pairs. Mark Mawson, John Askew, and Arthur Griffith defeated Pat Bownds, John Askew, and John Anderson 24 - 16.
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It has been another big week for Wangaratta Bowls. Ladies President Margaret’s Day was a great morning followed by a scrumptious lunch. Our North Qld District officials together with bowlers from Thuringowa, Brandon, Ayr, our southern visitors, and local members made it a memorable day for Margaret.
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20 players competed on Tuesday, with Brian Smith narrowly defeating Rees May on a countback with 38 pts. Aaron Prosser claimed 3rd place.NTP winners: Paul Williams and Paul Gray
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