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St Pat’s Clinch Podium Finish At QISSN Championships

St Pat’s Clinch Podium Finish At QISSN Championships

St Patrick’s College Mackay has proven once again they are a netball force to be reckoned with, securing third place at the prestigious CQUniversity QISSN Championships in Bundaberg. In a thrilling final day showdown, St Pat’s Open Girls took to the court against Carmel College, Thornlands, in the third-place playoff. With sheer determination and tactical discipline, the Mackay girls ground out a hard-fought 16–10 victory to seal their spot on the podium. The match capped off an outstand

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Pedalling For A Purpose

Pedalling For A Purpose

Jacob King Takes On 4 Points Challenge For Starlight Kids At just 27, Moranbah local Jacob King has set off on an extraordinary 17,000-kilometre bike ride around Australia, turning his wheels, and his heart, toward raising funds for seriously ill children. On July 1st, Jacob departed from Mackay to begin the 4 Points Challenge, a self-designed route connecting the country’s four most extreme points: Cape York, Steep Point, Wilsons Promontory and Cape Byron. “The 4 Points Challenge is a

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Whitsunday Running Club Excels On Whitehaven

Whitsunday Running Club Excels On Whitehaven

Nineteen members of the Whitsunday Running Club braved the rough seas to take part in the Great Whitehaven Beach Run in treacherous conditions with a 25 knott south easterly blowing. The female members of the club took out the trifecta in the half marathon with Liv Compton finishing ahead of Aimee Sulzberger and Alison Scoles. In the 10k race Riana Wronski finished strongly in second place. The male members of the club also achieved some great results with Roland Henderson placing second in th

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NAIDOC Week Sweeps The Region

NAIDOC Week Sweeps The Region

From July 6 -13 the Whitsunday community has come together to honour NAIDOC Week. During this time, the profound history, rich cultures, and incredible achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples has been recognised. The week began at the Airlie Beach Markets where Yooribaya Cultural Experiences performed a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony, captivating Cultural Dance Performances, and Yooribaya Film Screenings. Interactive workshops also offered hands-on experiences in

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Whitsunday Skyway Secures $5 Million In State Government Funding

Whitsunday Skyway Secures $5 Million In State Government Funding

Big news for adventure tourism in the Whitsundays! The Government has handed down its first Budget and will be delivering $5 million towards the Whitsunday Skyway project. This is a bold new project featuring a cableway, summit station and downhill mountain biking park, on and adjacent to Conway National Park. Member for Whitsunday, Amanda Camm, said this world-class experience will boost tourism, create local jobs, and give visitors a brand-new way to explore our incredible natural landscape

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Bowen Courthouse Gets An Upgrade

Bowen Courthouse Gets An Upgrade

The Whitsunday community is set to benefit after the newly instated State Government budget outlines how funding will provide vital repairs to the Bowen Courthouse. The new budget has delivered a $12.5 million boost to restore the Bowen Courthouse, addressing the major structural issues to the historic building while ensuring justice services continue to be delivered in the Whitsunday region. The project will focus on long-overdue restorations of one of Queensland’s oldest courthouses, the new

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MARIAN BOWLERS STITCH KINDNESS INTO EVERY SQUARE

MARIAN BOWLERS STITCH KINDNESS INTO EVERY SQUARE

July 11, 2025

The ladies from Marian Bowls Club have shown that community spirit is alive and well, recently donating ten beautifully handmade knee rugs to the residents of Nanyima Aged Care Home in Mirani. Over the past few months, members have been busy crocheting and knitting squares from home, later joining them together to create colourful, cosy rugs designed to keep elderly residents warm while in wheelchairs. On Wednesday, June 25, Marian Bowls Club President Thelma Johnston, Treasurer Judith Miller

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Stirring The Pot

Stirring The Pot

July 11, 2025

It’s not every week I get the privilege of having the Mayor cook me dinner — but thanks to Crunch Time, part of this year’s Mackay Festival of Arts, that’s exactly what happened. The live-theatre-meets-dinner-party event delivered five unpredictable courses dictated by democracy and whipped up by Mayor Greg Williamson himself. Let’s just say the democratic process took a dark turn when someone voted for Natto — a fermented bean experience that confirmed some things are better left off the plate

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Mackay Army Cadets Step Up For Veteran Homelessness Awareness

Mackay Army Cadets Step Up For Veteran Homelessness Awareness

July 11, 2025

Last Sunday, the Mackay Army Cadets once again laced up their boots and marched with purpose – this time around the Bluewater Trail – as part of a growing movement to raise awareness and support for veteran homelessness. Twelve months on from the extraordinary 382km trek in 2024, the cadets returned to action, completing a symbolic circuit of Mackay’s scenic Bluewater Trail. The event served as both a show of continued solidarity and a powerful reminder that, for many veterans, the battle

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Mackay Runners Shine At Gold Coast Festival

Mackay Runners Shine At Gold Coast Festival

July 11, 2025

With a feast of events on offer over the weekend, many Mackay Road Runners turned their focus to the prestigious Asics Gold Coast Running Festival, featuring a full marathon (42.2km), half marathon (21.1km), 10km, 5km, and 2km kids’ races across two days of competition. The Gold Coast was bustling with thousands of runners of all ages and experience levels, many chasing personal bests while others proudly completed their first races. Several Mackay athletes tackled extraordinary challenges, wi

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Brenda Trannore Joins Club Legends With Double Championship Victory

Brenda Trannore Joins Club Legends With Double Championship Victory

July 11, 2025

The club watched another amazing game of competition bowls between two of its best players, Ann Smith and Brenda Trannore, both competing in the Club B Grade Singles Final. The game had everything going for it: skill, patience, and great nerves to say the least. Both ladies had the same score going into the last couple of ends. Brenda took the honours and once again was very gracious in her win. This win made her one of the club’s most decorated bowlers for 2025, for her wins in both the Club

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Sunset Bay Outriggers Shine At Townsville Grand Prix

Sunset Bay Outriggers Shine At Townsville Grand Prix

July 11, 2025

OUTRIGGING Sunset Bay paddlers made the journey to Townsville over the weekend of June 19–20 to compete in Round 3 of the North Queensland Zone Grand Prix, tackling events ranging from 500m sprints and 8km marathons to a gruelling 41km changeover marathon. To say the club returned on cloud nine is an understatement — they came home with a carload of medals and even bigger smiles. Coaches Scotty Macgroaty and Justin Davies made the most of the weekend’s event line-up, giving all 24+ paddlers t

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Gig guide June 5

Gig guide June 5

June 12, 2025

Friday 6th June Airlie Beach Hotel: Andy Mammers (7pm – 10pm) Grand View Hotel: Sam McCann (from 8pm) Saturday 7th June Airlie Beach Hotel: Meatloaf Tribute (2pm – 5.30pm) Airlie Beach Hotel: Andy Mammers (7pm – 10pm) Grand View Hotel: DJ Night (from 8pm) Coral Sea Pavillion: (Live Music & DJ Session 1pm – 6pm) Sunday 8th June Airlie Beach Hotel: Meatloaf Tribute (2pm – 5.30pm) Airlie Beach Hotel: Matt Angell (6.30 – 9.30pm) Grand View Hotel: Sam McCann (4pm - 8pm) Coral Sea Pavillion: Chill A

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Sassy, Sparkly, And Straight-Up Fabulous

Sassy, Sparkly, And Straight-Up Fabulous

July 11, 2025

Emma Krause Is Coming To Mackay! Brace yourselves, Mackay – a comedy cyclone is headed your way and her name is Emma Krause. Fresh off a sold-out, award-winning, laugh-till-you-snort Fringe World run, this Perth powerhouse is strutting her way to the tropical north with her hit show 40+FABULOUS – and trust us, it’s exactly the kind of big, bold energy we all need right now. Not only did she take out Best Solo Performance at Broadway Perth and WA’s Best Comedy in 2024, but this ex-school

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Young Mackay Musicians Invited To Perform At State Finals In Brisbane

Young Mackay Musicians Invited To Perform At State Finals In Brisbane

July 11, 2025

Young instrumentalists from the Mackay region are being invited to represent their town at a prestigious state-level music event, taking place this August at the State Library of Queensland. The Oz Schools Instrumental Championships (OSIC) is a solo performance competition for school-age students across four categories: piano, strings, drums, and guitar. In 2025, Queensland finalists will gather for a live concert and competition at SLQ’s renowned auditoriums, with top students progressin

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Event Guide 11 July

Event Guide 11 July

July 11, 2025

Friday 11th July Northern Beaches Youth Create Gathering 9am A relaxed and welcoming morning for tweens and teens to get crafty with community bunting, crochet, and painting a giant community Jenga set. Bring your own fabric, yarn, or chess board, or use some communal supplies. Beginners and pros welcome — come solo or bring a friend for creativity and connection. Northern Beaches Community Hall NAIDOC Family Fun Day 11am A celebration of culture, community, and connection hosted by Mack

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Alumni Return To Inspire Next Generation In Matilda The Musical Jr.

July 11, 2025

St Patrick’s College students have taken to the stage for Matilda the Musical Jr., supported by three guest choreographers who once stood in their shoes. Former students Regan, Shontaé and Georgia returned to the college to help choreograph the show, bringing with them professional experience and a passion for giving back. Two of the trio previously performed in the professional Australian tour of Matilda, and Regan has recently departed for South Korea, where he has joined the internatio

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