Find Your Passion, Find Your Path At The Mackay Careers Expo!

A world of possibilities will be under one roof when the fourth annual Mackay Careers Expo returns to the Mackay Showgrounds on Thursday 6^th August 2026.

Running from 9am to 2pm, the free-entry event is designed to help people of all ages and at all stages of their working or studying lives discover what could come next.

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Whether you're a secondary student considering your options after graduation, a school leaver weighing up university or vocational training, a job seeker searching for a fresh opportunity, or an adult thinking about changing careers or continuing your education, the expo offers a chance to explore pathways, ask questions and connect directly with organisations shaping Australia's future workforce.

Presented by CareersEvent.com, which has specialised in careers expos since 1995, the event brings decades of experience to Mackay. Its annual expos have grown to be recognised as some of the most comprehensive careers, employment and training events in Australia, providing visitors with access to current opportunities across a diverse range of industries.

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The 2026 expo will bring together universities, private education providers, TAFE Queensland, employers, government agencies, employment services and industry representatives, creating a valuable one-stop opportunity to investigate everything from study and training to apprenticeships, employment and career progression.

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Among the exhibitors will be organisations including ADF Careers, Australian Border Force, Aurizon, Queensland Police Service, Mackay Hospital & Health Services, Mackay Regional Council, Mackay Sugar Limited, Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal, Thiess, CQUniversity Australia, James Cook University, Griffith University, Monash University, The University of Queensland, QUT, University of Tasmania and UniSC, alongside many others.

Visitors can also explore opportunities with organisations across healthcare, education, mining, transport, aviation, engineering, finance, aged care, real estate, trades, emergency services, environmental services and more.

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For students, the expo provides an opportunity to look beyond the traditional university pathway and discover the many ways to build a rewarding career. Current student representatives will be available to share firsthand experiences and answer questions about subjects, courses and study life, while exhibitors can provide insight into the skills and qualifications sought across different industries.

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There will also be information available about scholarships, financial assistance and bursaries, as well as gap year and exchange programs, student services, postgraduate courses, study options, skills, courses and career pathways.

The event also offers significant value for those already in the workforce. Career development does not stop at graduation, and the expo provides an opportunity for adults to investigate further education, retraining, employment opportunities and emerging industries.

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Why attend?

• Explore university and TAFE pathways.

• Discover apprenticeships, training and employment opportunities.

• Meet employers and industry representatives face-to-face.

• Learn about scholarships, bursaries and financial support.

• Investigate gap year and exchange programs.

• Ask current students about their experiences.

• Discover career options across a wide range of industries.

• Explore postgraduate study and further education.

• Gain practical advice and insights into applications.

• Find inspiration for a new career direction or next chapter.

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With free entry and a wealth of opportunities gathered under one roof, the Mackay Careers Expo is an ideal place to find your passion, broaden your horizons and take the next step towards a future that fits.

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Event details:

What: Mackay Careers Expo 2026
Where: Mackay Showgrounds
When: Thursday 6^th August 2026 - 9am–2pm
FREE entry

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For more information, visit careersevent.com.au.

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