Mackay Businesses Celebrated At 2026 Best In Business Awards

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More than 200 members of Mackay's business community gathered at the Mackay Turf Club on Friday night to celebrate the achievements of local businesses, organisations and individuals at the 2026 Best in Business Awards.

Hosted by the Mackay Region Chamber of Commerce, the annual awards recognise excellence, innovation and leadership across a range of industries, while highlighting the people helping drive the region's economic success.

Among the night's winners was Mackay Safety, which took home the Ground Breaker Award, while The Bookish Burrow was recognised as the Next Big Thing. The Neighbourhood Hub received the It's Not Easy Being Green Award and Crossroad Arts Inc was honoured with the Heart of Gold Award.

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M&P Services – Quality Transportable Buildings was named the winner of the Legacy Legends category, while Jade McAuley of RebelNation claimed the Mover of Mountains Award. iQ Solutions Queensland rounded out the winners list, taking home the Small But Mighty Award.

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The event was supported by category sponsors including Telstra, SBB Partners, North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation, Frontrow, Community Bank Sarina, CQUniversity Australia and Mackay Regional Council.

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Guests also heard from keynote speaker Bill Ovenden from The Lad Collective, who encouraged attendees to think bigger, act boldly and embrace new opportunities.

The evening was attended by Queensland Small Business Commissioner Nicolle Kelly and featured event styling by Element Events by Ramona.

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The Chamber thanked nominees, finalists, sponsors, judges and guests for contributing to what was described as a night of celebration, inspiration and community pride.

The awards continue to shine a spotlight on the businesses and individuals helping make the Mackay region stronger, smarter and more successful.

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