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Easter weekend, became one the team at RACQ CQ Rescue will never forget, as it marked a momentous occasion for the service. RACQ CQ Rescue has now answered regional calls for help 12,000 times. CEO Tim Healee says, “Completing our 12,000th life-saving flight is not just a number; it's a symbol of the trust placed in us by our community. “We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve, and we look forward to many more flights, saving lives and spreading hope across our region. “It's a t
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Mater Private Hospital Mackay has completed a $7.3 million expansion and refurbishment of its operating theatres as part of its drive to meet the region’s growing health needs. The project included the construction of a sixth perioperative theatre, new sterile storage and cleaning areas, and updated patient waiting and holding bays. The hospital’s previous suite of theatres performed around 12,000 procedures each year. Mater Private Hospital Mackay General Manager Karen Wade said the expansion
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Last week on April 12, Minister for Police and Community Safety, Mark Ryan introduced Mackay’s new marine rescue vessel, MR31, to help local volunteer rescue services keep people safe on the water. The MR31 is a modern 7.5m monohulled vessel, designed to accommodate the crew and up to six rescue passengers, adding a significant capacity to support local rescue efforts. The contingency vessel will be used by regional marine rescue services when additional capability is required due to disasters
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The state of safety reporting culture in Queensland’s mining industry was released by the Minister for Resources and Critical Minerals Scott Stewart and Interim Commissioner for Resources Safety and Health Andrew Clough at the Curragh and Oaky Creek mines in Central Queensland. More than 7,500 people took part in the survey which aimed to identify strength and opportunity areas in Queensland’s mining industry to achieve a stronger safety reporting culture. One of the strengths identified was tha
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NQBP CEO Brendan Webb said the project was a key priority for the North Queensland port authority. “This project will see the replacement and undergrounding of around one kilometre of pipeline infrastructure,” Mr Webb said. “The pipelines are currently used to supply ethanol, water, diesel, and petroleum to ships visiting Wharf 1. “This project aims to provide greater resilience to the overall infrastructure and ensure the longevity of the pipeline system,” he said. Fuel is the Port of Mackay’s
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The Mackay Youth Co-Responder Team (YCRT) has completed more than 5,000 engagements as it marks three years of working to intervene in the lives of at-risk young people and tackle the issue of youth offending. The YCRT is a joint initiative between the Queensland Police Service and the Department of Youth Justice, which brings together a police officer and a youth justice professional to proactively engage at-risk young people and their families and refer them to services to address the underly
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Check out M&P Services at the upcoming Mackay Ag Trade Expo, a locally owned business boasting a rich history of serving the region since its establishment in 1986. With a steadfast focus on manufacturing transportable buildings, M&P Services has emerged as a dominant option, securing the title of the largest manufacturer of portable buildings in Central and North Queensland. Positioned at stand #20 at the Mackay Ag show, M&P Services will unveil a selection of their premium quality transportabl
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Phoenix Powersports is preparing to roll in an impressive line-up of ATVs, SSVs and other top-tier brands at the upcoming Mackay Sugar Ag Trade Expo. Among Segway's featured products are the ATV 5S Quad Pro, ATV 6S EPS and UT10 Rugged EPS, each boasting powerful engines and versatile functionalities, delivering high performance and durable solutions. One of the standout features of Segway's UTV range is its impressive payload capacity, allowing farmers to transport all their gear in one trip w
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Mackay Containers and Mackay Trailers are gearing up to make a significant appearance at the upcoming sugar trade expo, showcasing their diverse range of equipment. Offering FREE registration on all display trailers during the event, this means potential customers can explore their options without the added hassle of registration fees, making it easier than ever to find the perfect fit for their needs. “Our expertise lies in providing top-quality solutions in secure storage including the hire,
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The Greater Whitsunday AgTech Hub online portal is reshaping the future of the region's agriculture sector through technology and collaboration. The Greater Whitsunday AgTech Hub, an integral component of the Agribusiness Futures Alliance project, supported by Greater Whitsunday Alliance (GW3) and key stakeholders, represents a bold vision for a world-class agriculture and agribusiness sector empowered by technology. The Greater Whitsunday AgTech Hub developed the online portal to bring new wa
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If the 2024 Mackay property market were a person, it would be spotted regularly emerging from the local gym with a smile on its face looking fit, strong and healthy and displaying the sort of energy required for continued intense activity. Housing markets take on different looks, depending on location and their particular real estate cycle. In recent years the Sydney market could be seen in its Dior gown and Prada bag stepping out of a limousine in all its finery and promenading along the red ca
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Repurposing household items is an eco-friendly and creative way to breathe new life into everyday objects while reducing waste. With a little imagination and resourcefulness, you can transform common household items into useful or decorative pieces for your home. Here are six ways you can repurpose household items: Glass Jars as Storage Containers: Empty glass jars from pasta sauce, pickles, or spreads can be repurposed as storage containers for pantry ingredients, spices, or dry goods. Clean a
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The National Fall Armyworm Symposium was held at Brisbane’s Ecosciences Precinct on April 17-18, bringing together industry, government, researchers, and funders to tackle the challenges posed by the invasive pest. "Fall armyworm infestations are now found in every important growing area in Queensland," highlights Minister Mark Furner, stressing the severity of this year's infestations and the critical role of research and extension efforts. Hort Innovation CEO Brett Fifield emphasises the colla
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Queensland families are feeling the pinch at the supermarket as fresh produce prices soar while farmers struggle to make ends meet. To address this disparity, the Queensland Government says it is taking proactive steps by introducing a farm gate price monitoring scheme led by industry experts. This scheme aims to establish industry pricing standards and monitor trends across the top 20 products through collating and analysing farm financial performance and pricing data. "As Premier, I shared a s
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CQ Rescue Charity Golf Day 11am Taya Rush presents the 2nd annual charity golf day. $100 per player, teams of 4, 18-hole Ambrose. Novelty holes with prizes. Have a game of golf while supporting the RACQ CQ Rescue team! Mackay Golf Club, Bucasia Conversations With Art 1pm Held on the 3rd Friday of each month, 'Conversations with Art' is a free and enjoyable discussion led by Artspace staff as we look at art works and images from gallery and museum collections. POP UP Venue in Residence' room.
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'The Murder Game' opened at Kucom Theatre on Thursday night (11 April) for a two-week season. Directed by Maureen Coleman, the play has been described as ‘a gripping melodrama that delves into the complexities of love, betrayal, and the dark allure of a perfect crime’. Not your straightforward ‘Whodunnit’ (the ‘who’ is pretty much apparent right from the start), more of a ‘Why-dunnit’. Brian (played by Dennis Rozekrans) is financially dependent on his wife Sheila (Carolyn Roche), happily living
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An injured ibis, also renowned by locals as a ‘bin chicken’, was reportedly found lying in the Mount Pleasant carpark last week, helpless, unable to move and on the brink of death. A local soon spotted the native bird in distress and called multiple animal rescue services within the area, however, nobody was willing to assist. Mackay Pet Rescue stepped up to the rescue once again, arriving on sight to help the injured ibis, sharing their newly rescued patient to Facebook to underline the import
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By Amanda Wright Cheers echoed through the Crater at Mackay McDonald’s Stadium last Friday night as our McDonald's Mackay Meteors dominated the court early on, clinching a thrilling victory against the Townsville Heat, In a high-flying display of hoops prowess, our boys soared to a spectacular 98-89 win, leaving fans on the edge of their seats and opponents seeing stars. Leading the charge was the dynamic duo of Isaac White and Todd Blanchfield, whose lightning-fast moves and pinpoint accuracy k
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Introducing Bella Mackenzie, an emerging Mackay local singer-songwriter, who is set to grace the stage at the upcoming Broken Ballerina Charity Golf Day on Friday, August 2nd. Attendees will gather for a day filled with golf, camaraderie, and most importantly, support for Broken Ballerina Inc., a non-for-profit organisation dedicated to aiding survivors of domestic violence in the region. Behind Broken Ballerina Inc., stands its founder, Jules Thompson, a woman of courage and dedication. Alongs
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The Finch Hatton Mountain Bike Trails will be officially opened with a fun day for the whole community. While the trails have been available to the public for about seven weeks, the official opening, on Sunday, April 21, will also mark the opening of the full trailhead site for visitors. Mackay Mayor Greg Williamson said the trails had been in the planning for many years and it was fantastic to now have stage one officially opened. “The opening will include a fun community day, with market stall
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The upcoming 2024 AFL Mackay season is set to commence, kicking off on Saturday, April 20, with the debut of AFL Mackay’s "Gather Round" at Harrup Park. The inaugural round will feature eight football games across three competition grades, all held at the same venue. Following the AFL's "Gather Round" in Adelaide, AFL Mackay is launching the "Regional Gather Round," marking the first time in Queensland community football history where a round will be played at a single venue for all senior grad
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By Amanda Wright History was made as the Mackay Cutters secured the title of the first-ever Harvey Norman Under 19 premiers. Hooker Paityne Johns emerged as the standout player of the match, steering her team to victory with sheer determination and skill. Reflecting on the momentous win, Paityne expressed her exhaustion but overwhelming happiness at the team's triumph. She credited their success to a collective effort and a mindset focused on giving their best on the field. "My mindset was to
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Nearly sixty runners enjoyed the perfect Sunday morning weather conditions as they traversed the scenic hills of Slade Point to Lamberts Beach for the five-kilometre and beyond to the Harbour North Wall for the ten-kilometre distance. The Tim’s Chariots of Fire event was hosted by club treasurer, Tim Magoffin and the course was a beauty with plenty of varying terrain to keep runners alert and on their toes. The Slade Point and Lamberts Beach suburbs put on spectacular weather where it had Sou
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Mackay Cyclones Multiclass Athlete Izabella Wills launched herself into the Australian MC and made waves at the Age championships held on the Gold Coast recently, bringing home a swag of medals. Izabella competed in six events initially, along with six in the finals, securing a medal in each one! Izabella is now the New Australian champion for 2024 in the 50 Freestyle and 50 Butterfly. She also earnt four Silver medals in all her other events for the 100 Backstroke, 100 Freestyle, 200 Freestyl
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Family and friends of the newly elected Whitsunday Regional Council Councillors gathered to witness the Local Government Swearing In Ceremony at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre (PEC) last week. Chief Executive Officer of the Whitsunday Regional Council, Warren Bunker, facilitated the ceremony, formally introducing the new Mayor, Ry Collins, and each of the six Councillors. All signed and received their Declaration of Office and gave a few words. Uncontested Councillors returning to seat
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