Two Mackay singers are manifesting their boyhood dreams, progressing to the next round of the country’s most iconic star-making television series, Australian Idol, as it returns to television screens after 13 years away.
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When a leaky radiator left Tom Coates stranded on the side of the road on his way into town, a distinctive pink ute pulled up to assist like a vehicle belonging to a superhero. It was the Lady Locksmith ute, belonging to Leanne Kemp.
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If you’ve noticed a lot of red and pink popping up in stores, it’s because Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. While love and affection should be year-round and spontaneous, I don’t think there’s any harm in celebrating a day just for love, whether it’s intimate love you share with a partner, the love you have for your family or taking a day to practice some self-love.
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Detectives from the Mackay Property Crime Taskforce have charged a 25-year-old man with 40 offences in relation to a series of alleged property crime incidents spanning four days, between January 31 and February 3, in the Mackay area.
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Federal Member for Dawson, Andrew Willcox, said that Mackay Christian College has suffered firsthand by the Youth Crime Epidemic last week with students almost being run over by an out-of-control stolen vehicle.
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John Pickup OAM had a long and illustrious career in broadcasting before his involvement in the establishment of Community Radio Mackay 4CRM. John’s media career began in 1947 when he was convinced to enter, and ultimately won, a talent quest with Sydney radio station 2UE.
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Following a spike in consumer complaints since the pandemic, the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has announced it has successfully redressed more than $11.2 million for Queensland consumers in 2022, including $716,745 in the Mackay region.
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Detectives from Mackay Child Protection and Investigation Unit (CPIU) are appealing for public assistance following the sudden death of a two-year-old girl at North Mackay on December 29. Mackay CPIU, with the assistance of the Child Trauma Unit, Crime and Intelligence Command, have released CCTV footage of the child in company with a woman and several other young children at two Andergrove businesses that afternoon.
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Mackay Regional Council is seeking a contractor to undertake the resurfacing works for all three pools at the Bluewater Lagoon. This long-term solution follows the patchwork done to the lagoon's surface in 2021 to repair leaks in the lining.
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Young people from across Queensland who want to make their voices heard and empower their communities are urged to apply to participate in the 2023 YMCA Queensland Youth Parliament, with applications now open.
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Catherine Birch, a Senior Economist in the Australian Economics team at ANZ, kicked off the Resource Industry Network's first event of 2023, the February Industry Briefing Lunch, on Friday, 3rd February. The event was held in the Lancaster Room at the Harrup Park Country Club, which served as the new venue partner for 2023, with more than 75 people in attendance.
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RACQ CQ Rescue airlifted an elderly man with a broken neck from a remote homestead near Mt Coolon last weekend. The 87-year-old man had fallen down a flight of stairs at the cattle property and suffered spinal injuries. RACQ CQ Rescue was tasked by Queensland Health about 4.30pm on Friday to fly more than 400km with a doctor and Critical Care Paramedic on board to treat and retrieve the injured man.
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A Mackay company has been awarded a $6 million tender for construction of a levee wall to complete a “missing link” on the northern bank of the Pioneer River. The reinforced concrete blockwork and earth levee and associated works, such as culverts and drainage, will be built between Valetta Gardens and Kay Court. An earth levee was constructed along the northern bank as part of the Valetta Gardens and Rivers Edge subdivisions.
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Heavy rainfall in January has caused significant damage to creek crossings on Cathu Access Road resulting in the closure of Cathu State Forest until at least 24 February 2023. The closure applies to all public access including cars, 4WDs, motor bikes, mountain bikes, horse riders and hikers and includes the Jaxut camping area.
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Whether in ‘High Fidelity’ or ‘The Perks of Being a Wallflower’, Hollywood has taught us that mixtapes are a perfect way to share one’s feelings. Making a mixtape, or these days, a mix CD or Spotify playlist, is an incredibly rewarding experience for any music lover, so what better way to express your love and affection to your crush, partner, friends or family this Valentine's Day.
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Campwin Beach’s Bear Cave is producing some the most exquisite timber carvings you could wish to see. Mark Chisler worked as a diesel fitter for Plane Creek Mill from 1981 to his retirement in 2016, never once used a wood saw or claw hammer at work, yet today is busy in retirement working 25 hours a week in the Bear Cave on his carvings, which each take at least 40 hours’ work.
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Tammi O’Shea knows the people of Sarina as well as the halls of its hospital better than most. The nurse unit manager has lived in Sarina since the tender age of four and made the decision to take up nursing in her early high school years.
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Picnicking at Sarina Beach will be better than ever, with two new covered barbecue areas set to be installed at Owen Jenkins Drive Park. Council, in response to requests made by the Sarina Beach Progress Association, will be constructing two new park shelters and replacing the park’s old single barbecues with two new double hot plate units, which will also be wheelchair accessible.
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Two large items of property have been located by the Sarina police. Officers are keen to return them to the rightful owner. If you are the owner or know the owner, please contact Sarina Police and quote QP2300043718.
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If you are looking for a unique experience, try a fun run on the beach at the upcoming CRUISIN’ THE COAST Sarina Beach event this May.
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Sarina High School students are kicking off the year with some extra cash in their pockets thanks to Community Bank Sarina Bendigo Bank’s annual scholarship program.
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Peak sugarcane industry body CANEGROWERS is calling on Sugar Terminals Limited (STL) to explain the reasoning behind its decision to abandon a long and successful commercial partnership with Queensland Sugar Limited (QSL) for the operation of the state's bulk sugar terminals.
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CANEGROWERS Mackay Area Committee (MAC) met with Mackay Sugar representatives last week to improve industry collaboration and urge a successful crushing season in 2023.
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How much do you know about dengue fever? Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday regional councils are calling on residents to take the dengue quiz as part of their annual awareness campaign. The quiz will test your knowledge on how dengue is spread, where dengue mosquitoes breed, and how you can help prevent the spread.
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Whether you prefer a classic cocktail or something a bit more creative, a festive drink is a great way to add a touch of romance to your Valentine's Day celebration.
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