Mackay Hospital and Health Service (HHS) has welcomed experienced health professional Susan Gannon as its new Chief Executive. Mackay Hospital and Health Board Administrator Karen Roach said Ms Gannon’s appointment followed a national recruitment process. “We are delighted to welcome Susan to the team,” Ms Roach said.
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Last weekend marked the ninth year Whitsunday Anglican School (WAS) hosted Mackay Sony Foundation Children’s Holiday Camp, running from June 17-19 and providing a unique opportunity for young people in the region living with a disability.
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When the Brisbane Broncos Performance Director Kelvin Giles spotted a fresh-faced fullback with size and speed running amok at a prestigious schoolboy’s rugby league carnival back in 1992 his eyes lit up.
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Stephen Barbe, a single leg amputee, has found a new lease on life in swimming, thanks to the Cérge app and the welcoming environment at the Mackay Aquatic Recreation Complex. Belgravia Leisure, in partnership with app developer Cérge, aims to alleviate fears, anxieties, and discrimination faced by people with disabilities by providing personalised services and enhancing accessibility.
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In the realm of bowel cancer care, the arrival of Dr. Nadia Maqboul at endosQ has brought new possibilities and enhanced expertise to the Mackay and surrounding regions. With a strong dedication to improving healthcare access and a wealth of experience in interventional endoscopy and bowel cancer screening, Dr. Maqboul's presence represents a significant advancement in addressing the healthcare disparities faced by regional communities.
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‘Arts for all’ is the vision of local not-for-profit organisation, Crossroad Arts, which is only possible with the support of local businesses such as Community Bank Sarina Bendigo Bank.
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An innovative initiative aimed at breaking down gender barriers and fostering diversity in the resources sector has seen three inspiring trade workshops delivered in Mackay, Dysart, and Blackwater by the Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy (QMEA).
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Reef Catchments has taken a significant step forward in its endeavour to deploy 30 Habitat Reef modules in the coastal waters off Mackay. This progress was achieved with the Mackay Regional Council finalising the ownership arrangements for the Habitat Reef modules, which are integral to the Turning Rubble to Reef project in the Mackay Whitsundays region.
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It is with deep sadness that CANEGROWERS Mackay advises that our CEO and dear friend and colleague Kerry Latter has died on Sunday 17 June, following a short and intense battle with cancer. CANEGROWERS Mackay Chairman Kevin Borg said Mr Latter had fought his illness valiantly.
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The Townsville 500 is coming up fast – Mark Winterbottom fast. This year is one for the books, with Winterbottom (Frosty) in the driver’s seat, Team 18 has the only Camaro Show cars in Australia. Repping the iconic DeWALT branding, the new vehicle is set to make Australian Supercar history.
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Mackay Christian College, in collaboration with Gateway to Industry and local sponsor Cummins, offered the Women Who Weld (WWW) course on Friday, 16 June.The course aimed to provide women interested in welding with an opportunity to learn more about the field and its potential career prospects.
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Show season has hit the region. Last Sunday, June 18, the Pioneer Valley Show returned toFinch Hatton for its 59th year, showcasing the best in agriculture,entertainment and food.Kidzone offered plenty of action for the little ones, whilewoodchop, horse and motorbike events kept onlookers intrigued at the ring.
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Well, I would have to say yesterday was the best day because it was the shortest day of the year, and you know what that means now? More sunshine! I love it. Why?
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One of my roles as a councillor is to attend the Road Accident Action Group (RAAG) meetings.Together with Cr Russell Seymour, we lend our support to assist RAAG in achieving its vision, which is ‘to reduce road trauma through collaboration and advocacy of road safety awareness, leading to improved outcomes for all road users’.
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The not-for-profit community organisation that has been helping people achieve their employment goals throughout the Mackay and Whitsunday regions, Ideal Placements lives up to its name of ideally placing people in jobs suited to their unique skill sets. Earlier this week, the teams celebrated the organisation’s 28th birthday in Mackay, Sarina, Cannonvale and Bowen. A large number of participants, providers, support workers and employers attended to celebrate with the teams.
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Thy Art Is Murder are set to cause absolute carnage across regional Australia. Kicking off in May, the lords of extreme metal will raze through venues across the eastern states with Justice For The Damned and To The Grave.
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The Pinnacle Playhouse will turn into a big haberdashery in July as the Valley Theatrical Players give away their treasure trove of old materials and costumes.After months of sorting by president Jan Lindbergs and Secretary Diane Blines, the theatre will be filled with costumes, pieces of fabric and other pieces of history, all being given away or for sale at a low price.
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A newly formed group of environmentalists are inviting those who want to peacefully protect the natural environment to an interactive full day workshop.While members have all been lifelong environmentalists, recent events led them to form CQ Collective in October 2022 to ensure the environment remains a priority.As the announcement of the Pioneer-Burdekin Pumped Hydro Project came to light last year, the group opted to “sit back and observe for a while” before making themselves known.
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Brisbane musician Dylan Cattanach, AKA Katanak, is no stranger to Mackay. He’s an avid believer in regional live music and will be bringing his glistening indie pop sound back to the sugar city in July following the release of his new single, ‘Lights of Tokyo’, playing alongside a star-studded north Queensland line-up. Sam had a chat with Dylan ahead of the show.
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Things I Know To Be True, directed by Victor Scott, will be Kucom Theatre’s final production for 2023.Celebrated WA playwright Andrew Bovell (When the Rain Stops Falling, Lantana) exposes a tumultuous year in the life of an Australian family that digs deep into the heart of household dynamics and how we react to change.
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The team at the Neighbourhood Hub is known for its support to the community, particularly their assistance to migrants in their transition to life in Mackay.New and established migrants are invited to an informal ‘Meet and Greet’ evening hosted by the Neighbourhood Hub to connect with others and meet the staff.
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Champion Mackay point guard Isaac White is a basketballer in a big hurry.The Meteors trump card continues to dazzle opponents in the NBL1 North Conference with his range of skills, durability and vision on court.White is a key signing for the Brisbane Bullets’ 2024 NBL campaign but has one immediate goal – to lead the Meteors into this year’s finals series.
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It has been a case of so close but yet too far for the embattled Mackay Cutters rugby league team in this year’s Hostplus Cup competition.Languishing near the bottom of the table, the Cutters have produced some courageous performances in recent weeks – only to be overpowered in the dying moments.Tweed Heads Seagulls found a way to snatch two competition points over the Mackay combination last Saturday night at BB Print Stadium when they posted a hard fought 32-28 triumph.
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The Mackay Cycling Club held its highly anticipated annual Hamilton Shield Handicap last weekend, providing riders with an exhilarating challenge on the newly redesigned Stockroute Loop course. Departing from tradition, the finish line was strategically relocated outside the clubhouse, offering competitors a swift and level sprint finish fuelled by a favourable tailwind. The revamped route, which now incorporates Lorne Road, passing by McLennan Park, proved to be a game-changer, eliminating the
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The Mackay region recently hosted Australia’s best golfers for three legs of the adidas PGA Pro-Am Series. Tournaments were held in Sarina, Mackay and the Pioneer Valley, completing the five-round North Queensland Series.“It’s giving local amateurs the feel of playing with these professionals that they see on TV,” said PGA Australia Queensland and Northern Territory Tournament Coordinator Garrett Skinner.
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