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24.01.2022 Our annual Cyclone Saturday & Sunday events provide a one-stop shop for locals and tourists to obtain free information and access to local emergency services representatives about disaster planning, preparation, response and recovery! We want to help our community to make informed decisions and undertake measures to minimise the effects of cyclones and other disasters that occur in our region. Saturday 31st October - Airlie Beach Markets. Includes a live broadcast with Sta...r 90.7 (please note, there will be minor traffic changes between 8am 12pm in the vicinity of the Whitsunday Sailing Club parking area). Sunday 1st November - Bowen Markets. Includes a live broadcast with 4MK 1026 Residents and visitors will have the opportunity to get a copy of our new Emergency Action Guide and win a brand new generator thanks to Star 101.9 Mackay / Classic Hits 4MK radio! Don’t delay, be ready for the upcoming storm season, have a plan and keep your family safe

22.01.2022 There is currently a Severe Weather Warning issued for damaging winds and heavy rainfall for the Whitsunday Region. A low pressure system is currently located well off the east coast of Cape York Peninsula, about 565 kilometres east of Cairns, and is forecast to continue moving southeastwards today. A strong ridge of high pressure lies along the southern and central Queensland coast. The combination of these features is expected to produce gusty winds in the warning area. Dam...aging winds, with peak gusts of around 100km/h, are possible about exposed parts of the Whitsunday Islands, the adjacent exposed coastal locations and elevated terrain in the warning area through much of today. Conditions are expected to begin to ease late today or this evening. To keep up-to-date with the latest weather warnings, please visit the Whitsunday Disaster Dashboard here http://disaster.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au/

22.01.2022 Mayor Andrew Willcox provides a COVID-19 update to clarify the current situation in the Whitsundays and confirms that there have been no positive cases recorded... in over 3 months within our region and not one case of community transmission since the pandemic was declared. Mayor Willcox thanks the Whitsunday community that have been following the strong leadership of the Queensland Government and Queensland Health in keeping our region safe. He also provides some background on contact tracing and the need for Queensland Police Service to sometimes be required to assist. For information on the contact tracing process and accurate updates check out the Queensland Health website - https://bit.ly/2P0xeiS #COVID19 | Mackay Hospital and Health Service

19.01.2022 Check out these practical hygiene tips on how we all can help stop the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19)!

19.01.2022 The walk-in COVID-19 testing clinic is now open at Airlie Beach Lagoon The clinic will be open 10am - 3pm until Monday 5 October. If you are feeling unwell w...ith COVID-19 symptoms such as fever, cough, shortness of breath, sore throat, or loss of smell or taste please make sure to get a free COVID-19 test. Other testing options in the Whitsundays are: Whitsunday Respiratory Clinic, Monday Friday 1pm 5pm Appointments needed on 4804 5664 BHP/Vanguard Health Bowen Testing Clinic, 10am 5.15pm, seven days a week. Appointments required 1800 980 574 Proserpine, Bowen and Collinsville Hospitals Call your regular GP to ask about testing opportunities Please help keep our community well and open for business!

19.01.2022 BREAKING: Queensland borders will close to New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory from 1am this Saturday, August 8. All visitors will be denied en...try except for rare exemptions and returning Queenslanders will have to pay for 14 days mandatory hotel quarantine. Queensland’s Chief Health Officer has declared all of New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory as hotspots. Only residents of border communities and essential workers, such as truck drivers, will be able to cross the border. Exemptions including for compassionate reasons will be limited. Passes for border communities will be for those with proof of address and photo ID. The border closure will be reviewed at the end of the month. #covid19au

19.01.2022 If you're travelling in the Whitsunday region today, please proceed with caution and remember, if it's flooded, forget it. To keep up-to-date with the latest road closures and weather warnings, please visit the Whitsunday Disaster Dashboard here http://disaster.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au/

16.01.2022 Fire Ban - Whitsunday Regional Council Local Government Area A fire ban prohibiting lighting fires in the open applies for the period 0001hrs on Monday 23rd November 2020 to 2359hrs on Monday 30th November 2020 . The fire ban is within the whole of the Local Government Area of Whitsunday Regional Council. All current Permits to Light Fire issued for the local fire ban area are hereby cancelled, subject to the following exemptions. THE FOLLOWING EXEMPTIONS APPLY:... * Fires lit for the purpose of cooking, that are: a. within a properly constructed receptacle such as a barbeque, gas or wood fired and pizza oven, and b. where the fire cannot escape or cause embers to drift, and c. there must be a fire extinguishing device available (e.g. garden hose or fire extinguisher) are permitted provided they are not left unattended. * Fires lit for the purpose of providing warmth that are: a. lit within a properly constructed receptacle, such as fire pits and braziers, and b. that are used in suburban back yard, and c. no larger than 1m x 1m x 0.5m, and d. there is a fire extinguishing device available (e.g. garden hose or fire extinguisher),and e. the area is cleared of vegetation and embers cannot drift from the fire, and f. provided they are not left unattended are permitted between 1800 hrs to 0600 hrs. (6pm to 6am). This exemption does not include bon fires. https://bit.ly/37eWr1N For information on current bushfires, visit - https://newsroom.psba.qld.gov.au/

12.01.2022 It's wet out there so please drive safely and don't take unnecessary risks - if it's flooded, forget it. To keep up to date with the latest road closures, visit our Disaster Dashboard - http://disaster.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au/

10.01.2022 Do you follow Queensland Health on Facebook? They provide some great advice on how to minimise your risk from catching Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Queensland Health advises that Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) can be transmitted in ALL AREAS, including areas with hot and humid weather. Regardless of climate, protect yourself and others from the virus by: Washing hands regularly Covering coughs and sneezes Throwing away used tissues Staying at least 1.5 metres away from anyone who is sick Staying at home if you're sick.

09.01.2022 Our Disaster Team are at the Airlie Beach Markets this morning! Stop by and say hello for your chance to win a generator and find out how to prepare your family for cyclone season #ourwhitsunday

09.01.2022 By now, many would be aware there has been a confirmed case of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) within our region. Mayor Andrew Willcox is asking residents not to be alarmed but be aware and keep informed through advice provided from Queensland Health. Hear from the Mayor below.

09.01.2022 The Premier and the Minister for Fire and Emergency Services have approved the declaration of a Disaster Situation under section 69 of the Disaster Management Act 2003 for the whole of the State of Queensland. The disaster declaration enables state and local agencies, such as council, to better support the community during the unfolding COVID-19 crisis. The definition of disaster in Queensland is an adverse event that can have a significant disruption to community and/or requ...ire the coordination of multiple response agencies. Learn more about the Queensland Disaster Management Arrangements www.disaster.qld.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx

08.01.2022 Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) crews have contained a fire burning at Mount Whitsunday Drive and Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach. Firefighters are patrolling the area and strengthening containment lines with the assistance of water bombing aircraft. Smoke is expected to impact the surrounding area for several days. Residents are asked to close windows and doors and if suffering from a respiratory condition, keep medications close by. Motorists should drive with caution. If you are concerned your property is under threat, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

08.01.2022 **UPDATE: The Bruce Highway is now open to one lane of traffic under controlled conditions. Drivers are instructed to follow all directions and take care when travelling through this location. To keep up to date with road closures and fire incidents visit Council's Disaster Dashboard http://disaster.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au/ *** Road Closure - Bruce Highway, Bowen... Please be advised that there is a grass fire on the Bruce Highway, south of Bowen near Ocean View Drive. The road is closed in both directions.

07.01.2022 Do you have an Emergency Evacuation Kit prepared? Your Evacuation Kit should include first aid supplies, medication and prescriptions, change of clothes for all household members, toiletry and sanitary supplies, cash, a copy of important documents, passports, baby formula, food and nappies if required and more! Click here to view a checklist to help you prepare your Emergency Evacuation Kit - http://bit.ly/2EcU4M9

07.01.2022 Please be aware there is a vegetation fire at Mount Whitsunday Drive in Airlie Beach. Smoke may affect residents and motorists in the area. Residents should close their doors and windows and keep medication close by if suffering from a respiratory condition. Motorists should use caution and drive to conditions. If you believe your property is under threat, you should call Triple Zero (000) immediately. For further updates, check out the Disaster Dashboard - http://disaster.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au/

04.01.2022 Did you know that the Queensland Government have a Community Recovery Hotline to assist people who have been advised to quarantine and need support? Their team ...will be able to organise the safe delivery of essential food and medication to those who cannot leave their home. The Community Recovery Hotline can be reached by dialing 1800 173 349.

04.01.2022 Well done to our communities for continuing to follow the COVID-19 measures keeping everyone safe. Our cases are low but we still need to remain vigilant and so... a testing blitz in the Whitsunday region is being rolled out this weekend. Anyone in the region is being urged to come forward and get tested for COVID-19 if they show any symptoms no matter how mild. The most common symptoms are: fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, runny nose or fatigue. Please pre-book your appointment via the contact details in the link below. We have recently seen how easy it is for this disease to spread so please continue to play your part by maintaining social distancing, practicing good hygiene and using common sense. Find your testing clinic within the Whitsunday, Mackay and Isaac regions https://www.mackay.health.qld.gov.au/coronavirus/.

04.01.2022 Older people are at greater risk from disease. It’s important to check in with those in our community to make sure they’re OK. Find out more at health.gov.au #COVID19