Event Guide Friday 6th March

Friday 6^th March

2026 Mackay Airport Twilight City Run

6pm

Lace up for the Mackay Airport Twilight City Run on Friday, March 6. This family-friendly 5km fun run will wind through the scenic Bluewater Quay and across the Pioneer River, welcoming runners and walkers of all abilities. The twilight event supports the Leukaemia Foundation and offers a great community atmosphere ahead of the BMA Mackay Marina Run in June.

Bluewater Quay

Saturday 7^th march

Mens Breakfast

7.30am

Men are invited to the Iona West Men’s Breakfast at 7:30am on Saturday, March 7 at Iona West Uniting Church. Guest speaker Victor Oziegbe will share his journey migrating to Australia, reflecting on family, faith and perseverance. The relaxed morning gathering offers connection, conversation and breakfast for $5. RSVP by contacting the organisers.

Iona West Uniting Church

Soroptimist International ‘Cut and Sew’ event

10am

Locals are invited to a relaxed community sewing day supporting St. Vincent de Paul Society family support programs. Volunteers will repurpose clean, sturdy fabrics such as curtains and quilt covers into practical bags for community use. No experience or sewing machine is required, with tasks including cutting, sewing and ironing. Participants are also welcome to bring a plate to share for lunch.

Carlyle Gardens - 206 Phillip Street, North Mackay

Sunday 8^th March

Social Choccie Milk Run

6am

Early risers can kickstart their Sunday with a relaxed social run departing from Curb Cafe Northpoint at NorthPoint Retail at 6am. The casual outing will follow a scenic route towards The Gooseponds, offering around 30 minutes of easy running or walking before heading back. Open to all fitness levels, the event focuses on community, conversation and fresh air, with participants encouraged to stay afterwards for a well-earned coffee or chocolate milk and a friendly catch-up at the café.

CURB, 8 Windmill Xing, Mount Pleasant

Barefoot Bowls

9am

Get active and social at Marian Bowls Club this Sunday, March 8, with Barefoot Bowls from 9am to 11am. Perfect for all ages and experience levels, bowls are provided—just wear flat-soled shoes or go barefoot and bring a hat. After the game, enjoy a classic sausage sizzle while meeting new friends. No experience is necessary. For more information, contact John on 4959 2766.

Marian Bowls Club

Wednesday 11^th March

World Plumbing Day Community Breakfast

7am

Kickstart your day with Tropical Coast Plumbing at a World Plumbing Day barbecue breakfast on March 11 at their Mackay office on Gordon Street. Enjoy coffee from Papa Bens Coffee Van, a sizzling breakfast, and plenty of conversation with clients, community members, and local businesses. The morning celebrates the vital role plumbing plays in community health, safety, sustainability, and economic growth, highlighting careers, water solutions, and the innovation that keeps our communities thriving.

Tropical Coast Plumbing Mackay

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