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The Return Of Bunny

Since receiving Bunny, a soft cuddly rabbit plush, for Easter earlier this year, Poppy and Bunny have been inseparable. 8-month-old Poppy takes Bunny everywhere with her.

Second Break In At Local Community Organisation

Just short of six weeks later, the Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre has been the victim of another break-and-enter incident earlier this week.Six weeks ago, the Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre was one victim in a string of business break ins around the Cannonvale and Cannonvalley area. A figure of $900 was stolen from petty cash tins, and three buildings were broken into, including the childcare centre, the main reception, and the op shop donation room.

Council To Continue To Review STA Applications

In the recent Whitsunday Regional Council ordinary meeting, a motion to delegate authority of short-term accommodation applications, residing in low, low-medium, and rural residential zones from council to the Chief Executive Officer was refused.

A Community Of Colour And Kindness At the 2023 b kinder Day

Schools, businesses, and community groups shone bright with kindness on b kinder day which was held across the region, state, and country last Thursday, June 22.An important day, which is close to many local’s hearts, b kinder day celebrates the legacy of Billie Kinder who tragically lost her life in a horse-riding accident when she was 12 years old.

110th Show Whitsunday Marked By Opening Of New Poultry Pavilion

While thousands flocked to the Proserpine Showgrounds for the 110th Show Whitsunday last weekend, the prize poultry also flew into their new home with the grand opening of the new Poultry Pavilion held at 10am on Friday morning.

NAIDOC Day At Cannonvale State School

The whole school community enjoyed learning more about NAIDOC Day last week thanks to a full day program which saw children participate in activities hosted by two visiting indigenous educators and performers.

On The Beat

High Speed Incident, LethebrookA 23-year-old male resident of North Ward (Townsville) was stopped by police for an alleged high-speed incident at about 8:00am on June 24 on the Bruce Highway at Lethebrook (Proserpine).

Better Boating Series Is Back!

As the whales migrate north, so do the cruising yachties and as the horizon fills with proud white masts, the boating season ramps up with the Coral Sea Academy’s free Better Boating Training events.Open to everyone, from the experienced to the new boat owners, these interactive and educational sessions are an ideal way to learn more about your craft and network with other likeminded people.

Don River Dash Returns With Racers Keen

Testing riders’ endurance and skills, the Don River Dash is back on for September 2023. For two days, Bowen’s Don River is transformed into a unique and completely off-road track, through 50km of mud, sand, rocks, and jumps.

Councillor Chat With Mayor Julie Hall

Wonderful to catch up with Minister for Transport and Main Roads Mark Bailey in Bowen last week where he announced that $50 million has been allocated in the State Budget to future proof the Bowen Jetty.

Did you know? With Mayor Julie Hall

If you require building approval for a new building or structure, or for an extension to an existing building or structure, you will need to submit a Development Application through a suitably qualified building certifier (Private Certifier) prior to commencing construction to ensure that the building or structure meets legislative requirements. Once engaged, the Private Certifier will then contact Council to inform us of the works.

Four Generations Of Biggs’ Sugar

Farming is nothing new for born and bred Proserpine local Russell Biggs. Fourth generation on the family farm, Russell has been a solid driving force in the sugar industry and local farming. His great-grandfather, William, initially begun the family farm, once relocating from Richmond River in northern New South Wales.

Tourism Sector To Lower Carbon Output

Whitsunday Tourism operators are moving towards lowering carbon emissions from tourism activities, following a workshop hosted by Whitsunday Regional Council.Whitsunday Council held the Moving Towards Lower Carbon Tourism Workshop, as part of the Whitsunday Healthy Heart Project (WHHP) and welcomed guest speaker ecoBiz and local tourism operators.

St Catherine’s Catholic College Year 12 Formal at the Coral Sea Resort

Gumlu Biggest Morning Tea Success

For the 9th year, Gumlu held it’s Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea, hosted at the Molongle Beach Caravan Park, on Sunday June 18.With almost 60 people in attendance, the morning tea showcased a fantastic spread of savory and sweet treats, with the customary array of tea and coffee.

RACHEL HOOD WATTS

Welcome To Lazy Joe’s Cantina!

Get your sombreros and colourful outfits ready for a brand-new authentic Mexican Restaurant in the heart of Airlie Beach, a place where you can kick back and relax with a frozen margarita or bring friends and family for a lively dining experience.

Landslide Classic Rockers Embrace The Airlie Beach Hotel

Dreams are coming true at the Airlie Beach Hotel next weekend with one of the best Fleetwood Mac tribute artists coming to the beach and saying that they love us. Tusk – The Storybook Tribute to Fleetwood Mac brings all the charm and hit charisma of Fleetwood Mac, getting up close and personal with audiences and showing them what makes this classic rock band one of the greatest groups of all time.

Book Extravaganza For Proserpine Museum

The Proserpine Museum is ready to open its door for the 27th Book Bonanza this weekend. Set to take place over the week from Saturday July 1 till July 8, the Book Bonanza caters for every reader, with an extensive collection of fiction, non-fiction, children, and magazines, plus CDs, DVDs, and bric-a-brac, including puzzles, plants, and craft supplies, to everyone occupied.

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts

Continuing the massive hit that was the original Transformers, this new film brings the fun of the much-loved toys with an exciting new storyline that takes on new stakes. Following unwilling hero Noah Diaz, portrayed by Anthony Ramos, who attempts to steal a car, to move and get some money to support his sick little brother.

Airlie Beach Bowls Report

We are blessed to live in Paradise especially in winter and with the cold weather presenting itself in NSW and Victoria.We have welcomed Greg and Glenys Pepyat back from Victoria, Ken, and Cheryl Warner from Taralgon Victoria ELS Van Souest from Blue Hills Bowls Club Cranbourne East Victoria, as well as Hugh and June Shaw from Belmont NSW.

Winter Is A Great Time For Bowls

With the cooler weather down south, we are enjoying the company of many visitors who are enjoying travelling to our town and their game of bowls with us. On Wednesday we had three games of social bowls played. Philip Brown and Sandyi Daffara defeated Arthur Griffith 18 - 17 in one of those games of changing fortunes.

Wangaratta Bowls Report

There was no social play on Monday as Wangaratta and Bowen Bowls Club hosted the North Queensland District Ladies Purple Pennant. With two days of great bowls Gold City/Alligator Creek won overall with Jubilee (Townsville) coming second. The Wangaratta ladies put up a great performance and only went down in the last game to come in third with Brandon and BBC following. Well done ladies.

Bowen Golf Report

Wednesday’s competition was a single stableford event sponsored by Bowen Golf Club. Ladies’ winner was Raewyn Glover 44pts, runner up Karon McKenzie 39pts. Men’s winner Kaleb Brunker 41pts, runner up on a countback Kevin Cross 39pts.

Proserpine Golf Report

Tuesday's stableford was a close game with Ross Tong coming out on top with 39 pts, followed by Nick Appruzzese and Adam Maggs both on 38pts.NTP's: Ash Law and Sam Deicke.Wednesday saw the ladies tee off in the afternoon for the Captains Day, Jenny Hounsell was the clear winner on 42 pts, Elspeth Scotford and Paula McQuat in the rundown with 34 pts each.