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BTB Newsletter February 2022
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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT
BOWEN TOURISM & BUSINESS

A total of 3275 visitors were welcomed to Bowen by our staff and volunteers at the Big Mango Visitor Information Centre and the information booth at Front Beach in January. That's an average of 109 people per day over the entire month. Our data shows strong forward bookings for accommodation in coming months with a big spike at Easter and the trends show stronger bookings after that, exceeding the numbers from last year which is great news.

It's great to see our membership base is growing, we have welcomed 12 new members to Bowen Tourism & Business during the month of February.   
 
Congratulations to Queens Beach Tourist Village Bowen Accommodation & Caravan Park they have been named as a finalist in the national Grey Nomad Awards. 
The park has been shortlisted in the 2021 Best Grey Nomad Large Caravan Park category after proving to tourism leaders that it provided an exceptional experience for visitors aged over 50.
Winners in all 11 categories of the Grey Nomads awards will be announced on Friday, March 4.
Congratulations to McCrae Property Group, they have been recognised with not one but two amazing awards. 
🥇 Kyli McCrae - Bowen's Number One Real Estate Agent for 2022 - Five years in a row!
🥇 McCrae Property Group - Bowen's Number One Real Estate Agency for 2022 - Two years in a row!
What a wonderful achievement, congratulations to everyone at McCrae Property Group.
PHOTO REQUEST
We are currently working on the NEW Bowen & Collinsville Visitor Guide 2022/23 and would love the community input.  Do you have any photo's of Bowen & Collinsville you would like to share and possibly see printed in the NEW guide?

We also promote Bowen on social media and always looking for new content to share - make sure you tag us #visitbowen and we can share your photo's. 
VIC PASSPORT COMPETITION
The Bowen Visitor Information Centre has already handed out over 1500 competition passports.  This is a joint promotion with Proserpine and Mackay Visitor Information Centres.  To enter collect a VIC passport and collect 3 stamps (mango, coffee cup and sugarcane) from the listed Visitor Information Centres to go into the draw. The competition is open until the end of March 2022.  Have you got your VIC passport?
BOWEN & COLLINSVILLE VISITOR GUIDE 2022/23
We are very excited to be producing our Visitor Guide for 2022/23. There will be 55,000 copies distributed nationally, statewide and locally and there will also be a digital version of the guide.
Thank you to all the members who are advertising in this publication - making it possible for us to promote Bowen, Collinsville and the greater Whitsunday region. Artwork for the advertisements is now due. if you haven't already submitted that, please email karen@interactiveink.com.au
ADVERTISING

ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES 

HIGHWAY BILLBOARD
We have an opportunity for a member of Bowen Tourism and Business to showcase their venue or services on a billboard south of Bowen which is now available and will be seen by the thousands of travellers on the Bruce Highway travelling north towards Bowen. Please email admin@tourismbowen.com.au or call the information centre on 47864222 if you are interested.

TV ADVERTISING AT THE INFORMATION CENTRE
Would you like your business to be showcased on the TV screens inside the Visitor Information Centre at the Big Mango?
This is a great opportunity to be seen by more than 40,000 visitors each year.
These ads are only available to members and the cost is just $110 (including GST) for three months.

 
BOWEN ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Facebook Fave

Well its been a hot few days 🔥 But these photos of Horseshoe Bay, make you want to dive in and cool off.
Taken by 📷 Nathan White Images 
#visitbowen #thisisqueensland #lovewhitsundays #beachescape #horseshoebaybowen
Likes: 202
Reach: 12296

Instagram Fave

The lookout at Horseshoe Bay is a must do on your #visitbowen list. After the short walk you will be rewarded with amazing views of Horseshoe & Murray Bays and the offshore islands of the northern Whitsundays.
#visitbowen #lovewhitsundays #thisisqueensland
#seeaustralia #beachholiday #lookouts #tropicalviews
#hiking #walkingtracks
Likes: 277
Reach: 3381

WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS

BOWEN FAMILY FISHING CLASSIC & WET WEEKEND

So exciting to welcome back the team from one of Bowens favourite family weekend events. A  NFP organization staging the famous Bowen Family Fishing Classic each year - Australia's Biggest Family Fishing Classic at the Top of the Whitsundays a great weekend of entertainment at the Front Beach - Bowen. With a bar and food the Classic has become an icon in fishing, entertainment, and family fun, in the school holidays in September.

4ELEMENTS FITNESS

A BIG welcome to 4Elements Fitness. If Bootcamp, Aqua Fitness, personal training in small group are your thing then Ellie is the Personal Trainer for you!! Meet her at one of Bowen's amazing outdoor locations or 4Elements will even come to you for all your fitness inspiration. 

RYNN'S SEAFOOD

Its our pleasure to welcome Rebecca and the team at Rynn's Seafood. They are a local seafood processor, which deals direct to the public via their on site shop. The team of processors work daily to shuck scallops, oysters, peel prawns, fillet fish and prepare seafood fresh for the retail and wholesale customer. 
The seafood products are available in fresh and frozen pre-portioned cryovac packs in a variety of sizes. We have a large range of pre-crumbed seafood available as well as Gluten Free products and specialise in fresh seafood platters for that special occasion. We accept Cash, Eftpos, Master Card, Visa on site. 
Travel packs are available.

HOME BREW INN 

A very warm welcome to HOME BREW INN. For al your home brew needs just drop in and talk to Rob he is always happy to help. Powell St, Bowen
 

 

ALTERNATE NOTIONS

We are welcoming another local business to our team.  Alternate Notions is  in the same store with Home Brew 'Inn why not call in and be amazed by the range of Natural lotions and Essential Oils.

TASTEE KEBABS

We welcome back Tastee Kebabs and their new team. Call in the for the best kebabs in town!! 
 

CAPE GLOUCESTER RESORT

Its so exciting to welcome Cape Gloucester Resort onboard!! Located in the Gloucester Passage overlooking the crystal blue waters of the Whitsundays, Cape Gloucester Resort is a 40-minute drive from Bowen & Airlie Beach and one of the very few beachfront dining restaurant and accommodation venues on the mainland. Welcoming Day guests, the Restaurant & Bar is Open from 10 am 7 days a week.
Enjoy a cocktail poolside after your meal while you relax in the tropical Whitsunday Lifestyle. Or sit back Beachfront watching the Sun Set over the Coral Sea
Live Music every Sunday 
 

PIT PONY TAVERN

It's always great to welcome our neighbours from Collinsville onboard!  
Providing comfortable accommodation in Collinsville, the Pit Pony Tavern is also known for its quality service, excellent dining experience, friendly staff and quality food. You will find fantastic dining and bar facilities comprising of relaxed outdoor and indoor bar areas, and a separate dining area. You will also find a fully stocked Bottleshop and gaming facilities such as gaming machines, TAB, Keno and TV sports.
The quality food is recognised in Collinsville and its great value for money with $10 lunch specials. The Pit Pony also boasts an excellent catering service and a function room for all types of events. For your convenience, the tavern can provide a courtesy bus for transportation on request.

CARGAL APARTMENTS 

Its our pleasure to welcome Cargal Apartments to our team. Situated in Collinsville with ground level access. Centrally located across from the Post Office with fully self contained 1 and 2 bedroom units available. Call 0418 777 056 to book you Whitsunday Outback Getaway!

COLLINSVILLE TRUE VALUE HARDWARE

A big warm welcome to the best Hardware store in Collinsville!! Call in at 6 Stanley Street for all your hardware needs.  or call ahead on 07 4785 5482. 

ER MECHANICAL & MAINTENANCE SERVICES

Its amazing to welcome onboard another of our Collinsville businesses! ER Mechanical and Maintenance is always ready to look after your mechanical needs in Collinsville. Just give the friendly team a call.
(07) 4785 6086
 

ELFS PROFFESIONAL CLEANING SERVICE

We all need and ELF to help us with our cleaning needs at times!! Just give our newest member a call on 07478
FROM OUR MEMBERS
BOGIE & CO SOLICITORS
Our message is clear. Speak with Bob without obligation. 
Someone once said a problem is a solution in disguise - help us to prove that. 07 4946 3700.

4ELEMENTS FITNESS Aqua

4Elements Fitness are offering a cooler way to get fit! AQUA FITNESS at the Bowen Swimming Pool. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Get on down for some fun all while improving your fitness level. 

4ELEMENTS FITNESS Challenge one

Looking for a new Challenge? Starting in February 19, 4Elements can help you on the way to your new self! 

THE CAFE, HORSESHOE BAY BOWEN

The Café Horseshoe bay had a great special every Tuesday night from 5.30pm, a range of Pizza, Parmies & Pasta’s all under $20 and the cocktail bar will be open.  Ph 4786 1339 for a booking or just turn up.
Check out the menu here and follow The Cafe on FB.
OCEAN VIEW MOTEL
Ocean View Motel & Distraction - the Floating Men's Shed have been very busy.
The motel rooms are currently being repainted & titivated.
The boat 'Distraction' is having some major maintenance with participants proud of their achievements - enabling often hidden skills & talents to be quietly showcased.

CAMP ISLAND LODGE

Camp Island is your very own private island located in the northern Whitsundays in Queensland’s world heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef marine park. Special deal for Feb/March stays - Four nights for eight people for the rest of Feb and March for $6400* ($1600 a night instead of $1800) Check out our FB page or website for more details.
*Conditions apply

GRAND VIEW HOTEL

Become a Grand View Hotel Rewards member and reap the grand benefits. There are daily prizes to win, weekly jackpot draws, birthday rewards and more! Plus for a limited time, all new members will go in the draw to win a $100 dining voucher! Ask staff in-venue for sign-up details.
 

SCAMPER

Our holiday time is sadly ending but we will back open and operating from March 4th.  Book your spots now!
Please visit our website for more information.

4ELEMENTS FITNESS

With a program to suit all fitness levels! Why not talk to Ellie at 4Elements Fitness to help you smash those goals in 2022. Start here with a BEGINNERS BOOT CAMP

CUMBERLAND CHARTER YACHTS

They say 'the early bird catches the worm' but at Cumberland Charters the 'EARLY BIRD' will receive an amazing special. On offer for charters up until the end of March, and local residents between Mackay and Townsville get a locals discount as well of 5% off the charter fees.

QUEENS BEACH TOURIST VILLAGE

Queens Beach Tourist Village are offering stay 6, get 1 night free in all their cabins.
Our accommodation includes self-contained, open plan, ensuite cabins that cater for couples, families or corporate guests. Disabled Friendly options are also available.
 Our Village is set in over seven acres of tropical gardens and located just a short stroll to beautiful sandy beaches, walking tracks and a hotel. Call the friendly team to BOOK (07) 4785 1313 or check out our website or facebook
 

SEALINK - WHITSUNDAYS

Cruise the Whitsundays in air-conditioned comfort on the SeaLink Big Island Day Tour. Stop off at the famous Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach for a guided tour and take a dip in the beautiful clear waters powder-white silica sand. Enjoy a gourmet lunch, morning and afternoon teas while gliding through the turquoise waters.
Fantastic offer: Friday / Saturday / Sunday - Adults now $175pp* Special valid till 31st March 2022. Call us at the Big Mango to Book! 47864222

BIG 4 WHITSUNDAY TROPICAL ECO RESORT

 'Fab Feb Special' is well underway! Stay 3 Nights and only pay for 2 across all powered sites and accommodation! Must be a BIG4 member to be eligible for this special, which we can help sign guests up to.
Check out the website for specials and stay up to date by following our Facebook page.

BOWEN ONE STOP

BOWEN ONE STOP CAR REPAIRS
54 Williams St – Across from the local IGA. 40yrs local service.
Catering to ALL your vehicle needs.-mechanical/services-insurance work-Car Sales-Panel Beating/detailing-RWC certified-Windscreen repair/replace-24hr TOWING
Call Michael today to book or get a quote on 0407 180 997

MAGNUMS AIRLIE BEACH

Magnums Accommodation Airlie Beach now offers 24/7 check in on all our room types*.
Just one call is all it takes!  1 800 624 634.
Magnums is the place to stay while in Airlie Beach, central, unique and affordable.
*Subject to availability.
 

BOWEN RSL

Bowen RSL will hold its AGM at 10am on Saturday 26 February 2022.  All financial members welcome to attend.  The bar is open to the public each Friday 3.30pm to 6.30pm. 
Pictured on a recent Friday night Dave Chambers with grandson Josh.

OCEAN RAFTING

Enjoy the best of the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef in one day with our Fly & Raft package! See the Whitsundays from above with a stunning 60 minute Whitsunday scenic flight over the islands and Great Barrier Reef, including famous Heart Reef and Whitehaven Beach
Just wanting a view from the top?  This special also includes a discount on our 60 minute scenic flights over the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef, including Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet! 
The following special rates are valid for travel until 31 March 2022: BOOK OR CALL 47864222 

EXPLORE WHITSUNDAYS

Whitsunday Bullet combines comfort with speed to provide a sensational trip around the Whitsunday Islands.
 You will visit all the world-famous Whitsunday icons, all in one jam-packed day!
 $159 per Adult valid until 31st March 2022 BOOK with us at the Big Mango 47864222

BIG 4 ADVENTURE WHITSUNDAY RESORT

PLAN AHEAD FOR MAY It’s the deal of all deals! Stay 7 nights on a powered site at BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort during the month of May all the way through to commencing your stay on 31st May and we will give you an extra 7 nights for free leading from 24th April through to 13 June 2022! (T&C’s apply) CHECK THIS OUT

NORTHERLIES BEACH BAR AND GRILL

Northerlies is the ultimate beach front beer garden and dining experience in the Whitsundays. It's the place to bring friends, relax on a holiday and spend time with family. Come for the view and stay for the great food, cocktails & friendly vibe FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK

MOLONGLE BEACH CARAVAN PARK

We still have a few  green grass/ slab sites available for the Easter Holidays.  Please note that our fees do not change during the peak season.  Enquire about our fully self- contained cabins, vacancies still available for some periods. Our stay 7 pay 5 deal applies to all our sites including our cabins. Plenty of fish on the bite and Muddies a plenty. Drop a line in off the bank or bring the boat. Our all tidal access channel is almost complete. Access has definitely improved.
Kiosk is open 7 days for Ice, bait, cold drinks, ice creams, hot food. Come try our huge Lot Burger. Please look us up on Wiki camps and Facebook, we’ve had some great reviews- Like our FACE BOOK PAGE 

DIVERS DEN

AquaQuest Snorkel Special @ $180 per person Available: Thursday – Sunday Duration: 8am - 4.30pm Validity: Valid until April 1st 2022 Your trip out to the reef will take just 90 minutes, with five hours spent on the outer reef. We’ll select two of the best Great Barrier Reef snorkeling sites according to the day’s conditions. Our amazing sites include spots along with the diverse, species-rich Norman, Saxon and Hastings Reefs. Too many inclusions to mention!  
With myriads of tropical fish, pristine coral formations, turtles and “nemos”, you’ll be impressed by the spectacle that is the Great Barrier Reef.

FRANKLAND ISLAND DAY TRIP 

Tuesday and Saturday Duration: 8 hours Validity: Valid until 5th March 2022 An exclusive Cairns Great Barrier Reef island, we are the only commercial operator with a permit to visit these pristine, uninhabited islands. Starting with a rainforest river cruise, followed by the shortest open water crossing of any of the Cairns day tour boats, to put you right on the Great Barrier Reef. Our destination is Normanby Island in the beautiful Frankland Islands National Park island group. You have up to 4 hours to explore and enjoy this natural paradise, above and below the water. Your day includes coach transfers from Cairns CBD accommodation, a guided Great Barrier Reef snorkel tour, guided island walk and a buffet lunch. Optional activities include our adventure snorkel safari, grab a kayak or stand up paddleboard and explore.

WHITSUNDAY SANDS RESORT

Whitsunday Sands Resort is located on a peninsula, providing direct access to the beautiful Horseshoe Bay on the eastern side and on the western side direct access to the beautiful Greys Bay. The resort is one of the few places in the world where you can see the sunrise and sunset over the Ocean on the main land. Overnight welcome. 
 

CRUISE WHITSUNDAYS REEF SLEEP

Sleep under the stars with Cruise Whitsundays! Better yet it on a HOTSEAT SPECIAL!  No better time to book now! $100 OFF travel before March 31st call the Big Mango to book 47864 222 Ask us who to get the the Great Barrier Reef while on a Hot Seat Special.

WHITSUNDAY REGIONAL COUNCIL

Council has launched a new video and kids activity book to help your family prepare for storm season!
Check out the new animated video to see how Turbine helps his friends learn about disasters and how to prepare.
Disasters can happen anywhere, at any time and is most often caused by matters outside of our control such as a flood or cyclone. However, the better prepared you are, the safer you will be!
Visit Council's website to find out more and download our kids disaster preparedness activity book to help your child prepare.
Please share this information with your family and friends, and help the Whitsundays get ready for storm season.
EVENTS

GRAND VIEW HOTEL

There's nothing like a few wines to get the creative juices flowing! Together with local artist Mel Stone, we'll be hosting Paint & Sip sessions on the last Tuesday of every month.
⁠Tickets are now on sale for $45 per person, although only 25 seats are available for each session, so bookings are essential! Call us on (07) 4786 4022 to secure your seat.

CAPE GLOUCESTER RESORT

POP STANDEN 1pm Saturday 26th Feb with Special guest Mini Marks!
                                              🍻 🍻 🎼 
(07) 4945 7242     Relax the day away at Cape Gloucester Resort!
 

ZONTA CLUB OF BOWEN

International Women’s Day:  Morning Tea, Sunday 6th March, 2022
Limited tickets available now at Hickmotts Supanews and Gifts.
Theme : Changing Climates: Gender Equality Today for a sustainable tomorrow.
Check out the FB page for more information
NORTHERLIES BEACH BAR & GRILL

Bring the kids down for Northerlies' Annual MEGA EASTER EGG HUNT
It's all happening on Easter Sunday 17th April! AND we'll be open for breakfast!
⭐️ Here's the details:
🥚 Breakfast from 9am in the Smokehouse
🥚 Coffee Van from 9am
🥚 Easter egg hunt starts at 10am
🥚 Bar open from 10am for mimosas 😉
🥚 With under 5's & over 5's areas
🥚 Find the GOLDEN EGG to win a $50 Northerlies voucher
🥚 Face painting
🥚 Mr Poppas Balloons
🥚 Live music
🥚 Free buses available to prebook - book online at https://rb.gy/odmnks or call our drivers on 0491 203 807
🥚 Brasserie kitchen opening early from 11am
🥚 Book a table to stay on for lunch
👉bookings

DON RIVER DASH

It's back!! 
Don River Dash will be held on 9th to 11th September 2022.

For further information please contact:
Wanita Sparr
E: eventsecretary@donriverdash.com.au
M: 0428 855 295
 
We want to know about anything happening with our members businesses and shops so we can pass this information onto our visitors.  If it's a change of opening hours, an event, promotion or anything let us know with a quick call 0747864222 or email info@tourismbowen.com.au 
DALE LAST MP
MEMBER FOR BURDEKIN
If you or someone you know has an issue that you need help with, please remember my job is to represent you. I may not always be able to fix the problem but rest assured I will always do my best.
For help, please call my office on 1800 817 594 or send an email to burdekin@parliament.qld.gov.au
GEORGE CHRISTENSEN MP
FEDERAL MEMBER FOR DAWSON
Check out the latest news - By George, February 2022
Authorised by Federal Member for Dawson George Christensen, 2/21 Milton St, Mackay Qld 4740. PH: 4944 0662 www.georgechristensen.com.au
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