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I would like to start by wishing a very Happy New year to all our community and visitors to the region.2022 was a year of positive change for me, as I learnt new skills and stepped into my exciting role as Mayor of Whitsunday Regional Council. I would like to thank you all for your continued support since my election.
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One couple’s journey to bringing natural and organic produce to the Whitsundays while simultaneously reducing single-use plastic has come a long way since they first opened the doors of Airlie Health Hub a year ago.
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Starting a new school term can be a nerve-racking experience that comes with many challenges like settling into a new classroom with a new teacher and classmates, adjusting to new ways of learning, timetables and recreation schedules.
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A young environmental crusader has been quietly contributing to the protection of our precious local ecosystems by spending her spare time cleaning up beaches and removing marine debris.
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With building labour and supplies in short supply and high demand, along with the rising cost of living, many people are turning to alternatives when building their homes. One such alternative rising in popularity is the prefabricated, or modular, home. Modular homes are houses built off-site, usually in an indoor factory-like setting.
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When considering small touches to breathe life into a home, eye-catching coffee table books are a terrific way to bring character to spruce up your space.
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It started raining really hard last Sunday and got worse Monday and all my husband was doing was standing at the window looking sad….I did think… if got any heavier, I’d have to let him in!
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From a very early age, Maximillian (Max) Grosskreutz had a yearning to become a speedway rider. Max was born at Foxdale in 1906, the youngest of eleven children of William Grosskreutz, a German who had emigrated to Australia as a child in 1873 and eventually purchased a sugar cane farm in Proserpine in 1897.
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The popular fundraising events which are dedicating to raising money to build affordable housing for homeless women over 55, are back this year and the first gathering will bring a taste of Bali to Airlie Beach.
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Lovers of Aussie rock will be in for a treat next Thursday when music from two of the most legendary Australian artists will be faithfully recreated by two of the best tribute bands in the country.
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Join Whitsunday Regional Council on Australia Day as the community celebrates Australia Day, Our Whitsunday Way Family Fun Day, from 10:00am to 1:00pm at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre. The family fun day will include a whole host of free family activities including live Aussie music, wildlife meet and greet, little red train, face painting, jumping castle, slip ‘n’ slide, craft workshops, family games and more! Plus, there will be a free sausage sizzle and lamingtons (while stocks last).
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The highly anticipated next installment from Guy Richie also brings us the long-awaited union of this famed London Director with everyone’s favourite Cockney – Jason Stratham.
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Tom Hanks fans are in for a treat in this heart-warming story of a recently widowed man who is struggling to navigate the world on his own after losing the love of his life.When a loud and unruly family move into the house across the street he feels like his quiet solitude has been invaded, but soon realises he needs the connection when they refuse to leave him alone.
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The Cannonvale Cannons are having a great start to 2023 with 40 swimmers participating at Club Night on Wednesday night. The coaches, Ken Crittenden and Mark Erickson were very surprised by the swimmers’ achievements with three new club records, 24 Upgrades and 67 Personal Best times.
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Whitsunday United Football Club took the region by storm last season, winning both the League and the Grand Final, which was a first in the club’s history.They are now back for another season and, with training due to start next week, looking for more players to join their team as they expand.For the first time ever, they are putting forward four men’s teams and two for the women’s, making this the biggest side in the club’s history in preparation for another winning season.
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The Tuesday Monthly Medal was won by Len Booroff with a handicap altering 68 nett, proving that those lessons work! Ben Rosenthal closely followed with 69 nett showing that the Proserpine Golf Course is agreeing with him! Wilf Herweg came in 3rd place also with 69 nett.
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The clouds threatened last Wednesday’s twilight race conducted on Pioneer Bay by Whitsunday Sailing Club, however on the water everything was fine, with a light north westerly breeze propelling the boats. A fleet of 15 boats and 83 crew took place in this weekly event.
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Good to see so many players for our first game of 2023, even though it was still too hot for some.It was our first Monthly Medal of the year and the winner for the men was Len Boorof with a great score of 67 followed by Colin Hounsell on 68 and Wilf Herweg on 69.
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The weekly 9-hole competition was very close this week but the winner was Glenn Rees with a count back win, 18 points.
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Well respected Mackay community member and educator, Seini Willet, acted for the first time in her life when she took the role of one of the central characters in Black Snow.
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For three months last year, the usually quiet town of Proserpine was bustling with excitement as film crews descended and countless hours were spent shooting scenes across town, many of them featuring local faces who were lucky to be selected.
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Hi Everyone,I spent a lot of time in Proserpine this week and was reminded once again what a friendly town it is – cars stop in the middle of the street to let you pass, strangers pause for a chat and everyone is smiling as they pass by.
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More reliable electricity is on its way to the Whitsundays following the announcement on Wednesday that a key component needed for the expansion of the Cannonvale substation is due to arrive on-site this week.
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Kind-hearted teacher and active community member, Karen Collins, passed away on Boxing Day after a brave battle with cancer.Known also as Miss McKenzie, Karen spent most of her career teaching at local schools and will be remembered fondly by many of her students.
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A whirlwind of ribbon cutting, committee meetings, stakeholder sessions and getting to know the intricacies of Council operations has greeted Mayor Julie Hall during her first four months in office.
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