Laurie Dakin scored a very nice 37 pts to win the Club Tuesday Competition ahead of Paul Gray and Rehab Hull on 34 pts. Leanne Alexander won the NTP.Beryl Nosworthy and Ann Gardel won the annual Tina Badenhorst Day with 56 points, ahead of Rehab Hull and Jacqui Wall on 55 pts, and Marlene Gray and Trish McNeill in 3rd place.
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Our weekly 9-hole stableford comp saw Justyn Durbin in first place with 25 pts, second place with 21pts was Perri Simpson and third on 20 pts Scott Hayes-Williams.Fridays 9-hole stableford saw Marc Belke on first place with 23 c/b, second place with 23 pts was Scott Hayes-Williams and third place Cy Taylor with 22 pts. Great job Gentlemen.
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After a couple of weeks of very light breeze, it was nice to see a 15 knot south-easterly wind blowing across Pioneer Bay for the start of last week’s Whitsunday Sailing Club twilight race. These events, every Wednesday afternoon, attract up to 120 locals and visitors to have a go at sailing in an organised yacht race.
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The weekend started on the Friday night with our Divisional Men coming away with two losses despite strong performances. The div2 men put up a respectable fight but as has happened for most of the season, goals were elusive, and the good periods of possession went unrewarded. The div2 men went down 4-0.
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Mackay and District Orchid Society Inc Presents the Winter Orchid Show. Orchids, pots, potting mediums and tags for sale, orchid culture demonstrations, raffles and Devonshire morning and afternoon teas. $2 coin donation.
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Fergus Builders has solidified its position as a leading name in Mackay's construction industry, renowned for its commitment to excellence, integrity, and forward-thinking. Since its establishment in October 1983 by visionary entrepreneur Garry Fergus, the company has been instrumental in transforming the region's building and construction landscape.
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The Arts Development team of Mackay Regional Council provided an opportunity for members of the public from all cultural backgrounds to attend a workshop with renowned contemporary dancer Patrick Thaiday.
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There was an air of excitement and anticipation in the room at Mackay Base Hospital (MBH) last week as 10 students with big dreams took a step towards pursuing careers in the health sector.
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In a riot of colour and joyous celebration, the annual NAIDOC Street Parade took centre stage in Mackay’s CBD last week, showcasing the vibrant spirit and rich heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The event, held as part of the national NAIDOC Week celebrations, attracted a large and enthusiastic crowd from all cultural backgrounds.
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How many times have you heard those infamous words, "Oh, you just wait until..." or "That's nothing, just wait"? It seems that in every aspect of life, there's always someone ready to dampen our excitement and optimism with tales of impending doom and challenges ahead.
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Mackay's beloved Care Kitchen school is back in action, starting the third term on a high note. Established in 2014, Care Kitchen is a local not-for-profit organisation that empowers individuals with intellectual impairments by providing them with valuable skills and work experience. Alongside dedicated care workers and volunteers, participants engage in cooking classes, where they create delectable dishes that bring joy to both themselves and the community.
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Regional infrastructure and service delivery, workforce attraction and retention, and housing accessibility and affordability were among the priorities discussed at the Mackay Isaac Whitsunday Regional Community Forum, held in Moranbah on Monday. The Queensland Government stated it has allocated over $613 million in the 2023-24 State Budget for Mackay Hospital and Health Services, aligning with the forum's emphasis on health. Presentations at the event included HEALTHQ32, the State Government's
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The use of gillnets in commercial fishing is set to be phased out in north Queensland as the federal and Queensland governments announced the practise will be completely banned on the Great Barrier Reef by mid-2027.
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At about 3:25am Tuesday morning (July 11) a business on Slade Point Road in Slade Point was allegedly broken into.A white Mitsubishi Outlander, registration number MONNZA (previously reported stolen) was sighted pulling up in front of the business and three occupants exited this car.
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In a devastating blow for the Alligator Creek community, the General Store was reduced to ashes, blistered timber and piles of twisted iron as a fierce blaze tore through the building. The incident unfolded shortly after 2 o'clock on Monday morning, July 10, prompting an urgent response from emergency services.
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Over 5,000 students were inspired by some of the literary greats of Australia this week as the much anticipated and loved Whitsunday Voices Festival returned for another dynamic and engaging event.
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Amidst the bustling world of storytelling, a dynamic duo from Mackay has woven their creative threads together to produce a captivating children's book, inviting readers on an adventure.
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RACQ CQ Rescue airlifted a man with spinal injuries to hospital after a high-speed waterskiing accident at Kinchant Dam last weekend. The rescue helicopter was tasked by Queensland Health that a 46-year-old Eimeo man had suffered serious injuries after falling while skiing at the dam, about 35km west of Mackay. RACQ CQ Rescue, with a doctor and Critical Care Paramedic on board, arrived on scene within 10 minutes of departure from Mackay Airport and landed in the car park of the Kinchant Dam boat
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A serious vehicle collision at Alexandra on the Peak Downs Highway earlier this week, on Tuesday, resulted in both a disruption to water supply in Walkerston and an ongoing police investigation into the crash.
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If you’re into bags, the Sarina Arts and Crafts Centre is the place to be.The centre is featuring its large range of bags and purses, all handcrafted locally by its talented crafters.“We’re proud of our crafters and the skill and devotion they all put into their work,” centre manager Jenny Costello said.
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Sarina Bowls Club’s Johnston Shield commenced its 75th year with an unexpected twist. Originally scheduled to kick off on Tuesday, July 4th, the competition faced a setback due to inclement weather conditions. However, the determined participants regrouped, and the games were rescheduled for Thursday, July 6th and Friday, July 7th.
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Community members will be receiving more sausages with the new Rotary Club of Sarina Inc barbeque trailer that was recently refurbished. The Rotary Club of Sarina Inc partnered with Community Bank Sarina Bendigo Bank to have their community barbecue trailer refurbished to use at fundraising events, but also for community organisations to hire for their own events.
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The family pool was the inspiration for a dip into the world of art for Mackay’s Joy Hold.Joy was one of seven artists displaying their works in June at the Sarina Art Gallery, which was followed by another display starting early in July.Joy said she didn’t get into art until about six years ago, when she became semi-retired.
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There’s a reason why rural towns, like Sarina, have a certain charm that make you feel right at home – it’s the sense of community. One of Sarina’s longest standing organisations, the Queensland Country Women’s Association (QCWA), is celebrating its centenary this year. QCWA Sarina has been bringing women together and fostering friendships through regular catch ups such as its craft meetings, often donating the creations to people in need, including patients at Sarina Hospital.
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A national honey bee genetic improvement program will continue until at least April 2024, with Plan Bee announcing it has been extended for another year.Delivered as part of the Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Rural R&D for Profit Program, the program will continue its mission of establishing a national honey bee genetic database to improve the productivity and profitability of Australia’s agriculture sector.
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