Annual Report Celebrates Community Collaboration And Landmark Projects

Council’s vision of becoming Australia’s leading region for liveability and livelihood gained significant traction in 2024-2025.

Landmark projects, strong community collaboration and record investment drove momentum across the year.

Council’s Annual Report 2024–2025 showcases a year of remarkable achievements, from securing international sporting events to opening the first stage of the Northern Beaches Community Hub.

Mayor Greg Williamson said the report reflected council’s ability to balance strong financial management with bold initiatives that enhanced liveability and attracted investment.

“This year wasn’t just about infrastructure – it was about people, partnerships and possibilities,” Mayor Williamson said.

“We worked hand-in-hand with our community to shape the Mackay Waterfront Place Strategy, we developed tools to help local businesses tackle skills shortages and we secured hosting rights for two international cricket matches,” he said.

“These wins show that the Mackay region isn’t just growing – it’s thriving.”

Mayor Williamson said the Annual Report didn’t just cover the big-ticket items like the Resource Centre of Excellence – Stage 2 Future Industries Hub, it also highlighted the achievements of council’s often unsung teams.

“Our Parks and Open Spaces team did an outstanding job this year, maintaining 23 million square metres of grass across the region,” he said.

“Thanks to new equipment and smarter contracts, we achieved a 97 per cent on-time completion rate during the peak growth season – a result the community can really see and appreciate.

“Regionally, we also invested heavily in improving the Midge Point community’s water supply.

“With a new 11-kilometre water main and advanced cleaning processes, residents are now enjoying clearer water and stronger pressure. It’s a practical improvement that makes a real difference to everyday life.”

Council CEO Gerard Carlyon also acknowledged the outstanding service delivered by council staff.

“This report is packed with information about the achievements of staff and volunteers in 2024-2025,” he said.

“For example, our Civil Operations staff maintained 2442km of roads. Our Nursery team grew and distributed 56,000 native plants. Our Libraries team processed the borrowing of 784,184items and our Vector Control teams treated 4868ha for mosquitoes.”

“The sheer scope of services is something that council and senior management are extremely proud of, and I’d like to thank each and every one of our staff and volunteers for their efforts.”

All this information and more can be found in the 2024-2025 Annual Report on council’s website at mackay.qld.gov.au/annualreport

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Photo source: Mackay Regional Council

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