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A Collinsville community workerâs dedication to helping others has landed her in court after police found her carrying illegal items belonging to a struggling addict.
The 2020 Collinsville Citizen of the Year Heather Joan Brown faced Bowen Magistrates Court on Tuesday, charged with possessing a pipe that had been used in the administration of a dangerous drug and with possessing a clip sealed bag and a plastic straw that had been used in the commission of a crime.
The court heard police intercepted and searched Ms Brownâs vehicle as she was driving through Collinsville about 6.20pm on Sunday, May 2.
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The community of Collinsville has enjoyed an inspiring visit from a former NRL star, all in the name of resilience-building.
Former North Queensland Cowboy Ray Thompson visited four Collinsville schools and hosted a community evening session last week, sharing evidence-based mental health strategies emphasising the power of gratitude, empathy and mindfulness.
It was all thanks to a collaboration between the Cowboys, the Collinsville Community Association, and Australian schools program called The Resilience Project, which aims to empower teachers with curriculum-based program resources, activities and knowledge to help inspire and educate their students.
Mr Thompson said he was happy to use his profile to promote positive wellbeing and help young people, as well as their teachers and carers, âbounce back from adversityâ.
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There’s no denying 2020 has been a tough year, but despite challenges the positive Whitsunday spirit shone through.
Here’s some of the most heartwarming stories that made headlines this year.
Seniors share their secrets to long-lasting love
The residents at Proserpine Nursing Home dated in the days when swiping and super-liking were not part of the vocabulary.
They delivered some tips for finding love and helping it last in honour of Valentine’s Day.
They shared their tips for finding love on Valentine’s Day.
Whitsunday community’s support ‘hard to comprehend’
A family who lost everything in a fire put out a heartfelt thanks to the Whitsunday community that rallied around them.