A Gala For Giving

The 2024 Mayors Ball wasn’t just a glamorous affair but a rallying point for local charities, thanks to the generous support of sponsors and ball-goers. With a resounding spirit of community, the event successfully raised crucial funds to uplift organisations such as the Australian Street Aid Project and Grapevine Group.
Mackay Regional Mayor, Greg Williamson said that “The main goal of the Ball is to support local charities, who are sometimes overlooked by state and federal funding but are in desperate need of funds.
“This year’s funds have been split equally between Australian Street Aid Project and Grapevine Group, with each receiving $40,117.59.
“Grapevine Group will use the funds to help local businesses have their own in-house safeTALK Trainers on staff to train more locals in suicide prevention.
“Australian Street Aid Project will use their funds to help support people experiencing homelessness in the Mackay region.
“This event keeps going from strength to strength each year and that is thanks to our organising committee, which includes representatives of the community, council and the MECC, our generous corporate sponsors, and our community.”
The funds were announced and officially presented to representatives of Australian Street Aid Project and Grapevine Group at a council morning tea on Wednesday, May 22 to thank all sponsors.
Sponsors were also presented with certificates of appreciation for their support.
Platinum partners for the 2024 Mayor’s Charity Ball included long-term sponsor DGH Engineering, Fergus Builders and Daly Bay.
Gold sponsors were Allure Laser and Skin Studio, Key Solutions Group, BMA and Champ Group.
Silver sponsors include Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure, Southern Cross Industrial Group and new sponsors CQ Soil Testing and Pentacon.

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Sponsors for the 2024 event were presented with a thank you certificate at the Mayor’s Charity Ball sponsor’s morning tea. Photo Credit: Mackay Regional Council

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