Champion body sculptor whips Proserpine pub into shape

Who would have thought a world champion body sculptor would greet you from behind the bar at the Prince of Wales.

Meet the new owners of the POW, Helen and Steven Longmuir.

Originally of Brisbane, the happy-go-lucky couple took over the local pub just a few weeks ago and they say, thanks to the people in the community, they already feel at home.

"We love the town and the amazing people who live here. They have made my family very welcome," Ms Longmuir said.
Not new to the profession of publicans, the Longmuirs have previously owned two pubs, the 'Commercial' hotel in Home Hill, and another in Enngonia - an isolated, outback town between Cunnamulla and Bourke.
"We love being back in a small town. It's pretty exciting," Ms Longmuir said.

By planting new roots into Proserpine the couple are looking forward to bringing the pub to life with renovated room, a new menu and more live entertainment.

"We still want to keep it as it is..it's very homely here."

Interestingly, Ms Longmuir is also an International Masters Figure Champion, winning the 'Miss Brisbane' title in the Brisbane Classic Figure and Bodybuilding event just last week.

At the age of 48, Ms Longmuir is quickly becoming champion with her hobby as the current Miss Australia Masters Figure Champion and having travelled to the United States to compete with the best in the world.

The mother of five placed fifth in the Muscle Mania competition and second in the Olympia competition held in Australia two years ago.

"I started training and competing in body sculpting competitions four years ago to overcome a shoulder injury.

"I have now competed in 43 figure competitions."
Ms Longmuir says working out at the gym in her release from work and brings variety to her everyday life.
"It's my escape. The half hour of training in the gym everyday is my escape," she said.
The Longmuirs welcome locals to introduce themselves to the proud new owners of the local pub.
"If we haven't met you yet, please drop in for a drink with us!"
Ms Longmuir competed in a Townsville body sculpting competition on the weekend and today will set off to participate in another on the Gold Coast.