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Thursday's Venuesmart stableford A and B division winners were Aaron Watts and John Oates respectively, each with 38 points, ahead of Sean Fogarty and Wilf Herweg. Pins went to Scott Mason and Zachary Esden. Jonathon Kellaris had 22 points to win Friday's Met run by a shot from Larry Muller. Pins went to Paul Skelton and Larry Muller. Kerr Claxton won Saturday's MBW stableford with 41 points, with his B division runner up Barry Mortimer on 34 points. Joshua Norris had 40 points to win the A
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The weather had improved markedly, so the full 18 holes were open for the Whitsunday Golf Club’s Single Stableford competition last Sunday. While player numbers are still not back to normal, competition was still keen between the 14 competitors and scores were reasonable, if not inspiring. Well done to those who played. LADIES A GRADE: Winner: Tiina Randmae with 30 points on a countback from Runner-up: Anna Winterbourn Longest Drive: Tiina Randmae - only 6 inches in it LADIES B GRADE:
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In Club Champion Singles Bryan Davy defeated Ken Watts 26-11; Michael Kinnear defeated Gavin Milne 25-8; Wayne Handley defeated Todd Leys 25-10; David Ling Defeated Philip Brown 25 - 12. In B Singles Mike Harrison defeated Vince Olsen 25 - 2; Bruce Uhe defeated Arthur Griffith 26 - 17; Todd Leys defeated Alen Sanderson 26 - 6. In Club Championship Pairs David Ling and Andrew Bell defeated Bryan Davy and Luchie Gardel 27 - 11; Michael Kinnear and Grahame Kinnear defeated Peter Lawton and Dale H
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On water race training and boat preparations have been well underway among the sailing members and associate club members of Bowen’s Port Denison Sailing Club, with Sunday the 24th of March seeing the final off beach racing weekend for the term. Four races were held in light to moderate breezes on the high tide waters between the PDSC Clubrooms and the Bowen Jetty arm. Green Fleeters climbed aboard the race starter boat to see first hand how races begin with the sequence of flags and whistles du
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Boats capsize or swamp mostly because of poor stability or rough conditions. Poor stability is caused by excess weight on board, whether it is people or cargo, and where the weight is positioned. It is essential to position weight as low as possible and ensure the bow or stern is not lower than the other. If the boat appears to be slow to respond to a roll or pitch then the boat may be overloaded. In rough conditions the boat relies on the bow to provide lift into the prevailing sea condition, w
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Janice Quadrio is a passionate accredited Mental Health Social Worker who has become an advocate for individuals who have been unable to learn how to drive due to disability and inaccessible services in the community. Currently there are no vehicles available in the Mackay region that cater to individuals with a disability, forcing those who need training to undertake a lengthy trip to Rockhampton or Townsville for an assessment where they can access a vehicle with specific modifications to su
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As the anticipation of election day fades, and candidates catch a breath after months of passionate campaigning, Mackay remains on the edge of its seat as this editor’s note was written, awaiting the outcome of a closely contested mayoral race. With Greg Williamson and Steve Jackson neck and neck, the final result hinges on the delicate process of preferential counting. While initial polling paints a suspenseful picture, uncertainty looms as we await the final tally. With Williamson obtaining a
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The race for Mackay Regional Council’s top job has been narrowed down to two, with incumbent Greg Williamson and Steve Jackson vying for the mayoral position after Laurence Bonaventura bowed out following Saturday’s local government election. At the time of writing, 80.23% of the 88,861 enrolled electors’ votes for mayor had been counted, with 41.95% of those going the way of Mr Williamson, 38.63% going to Mr Jackson and 19.42% going to Mr Bonaventura. Postal votes will continue to be received a
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In the community hub of Sarina lies an all-in-one hospitality service called Roots, where coffee and meals are prepared by a tight-knit team, grounded in compassion. The name of the restaurant represents sticking to your roots, creating connections and acknowledging where you came from to appreciate what you have; thus, the owners of the business have presented a selfless, kind act in an attempt to welcome those struggling financially, to enjoy a meal without the burden of monetary strain. A
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Review by Hannah McNamara The MECC was filled with glamourous dresses, neat suits and pure joy and excitement as guests gathered to watch eight local participants dance their heart out to raise money for the Mackay Hospital Foundation. Delicious mains and desserts were served with a free drink token included, allowing guests to indulge in a wine, beer or soft drink on arrival. As everyone sat around the tables, chatting and laughing, the star dancers performed their routines one by one. Firs
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The Mackay Turf Club came alive on Friday 15th March, as Mackay Sugar hosted its highly anticipated 2024 Productivity Awards ceremony dedicated to celebrating sugar cane farming excellence across the region. With a remarkable turnout of more than 250 attendees, this annual event served as a testament to the unwavering commitment and remarkable achievements within the Mackay sugar industry. The evening commenced with an air of excitement as guests gathered to recognise the outstanding contribut
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Mackay Base Hospital has introduced a new cutting-edge medical imaging machine, designed to boost diagnostic services and improve patient outcomes, featuring state-of-the-art technology and artificial intelligence. The latest advancement to the medical field offers a range of innovative features, including a high speed, high-resolution Magnetic Resonance Imaging Machine (MRI), as well as a Computed Tomography machine (CT). This new technology is said to greatly improve diagnostic quality and
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Our beautiful blue water river is now more accessible than ever with the opening of the Pioneer River Floating Pontoon. The pontoon can be accessed via a gangway from the Brisbane Street fishing pier, next to the Bluewater Quay. Mackay Regional Council’s Director Planning, Growth and Sustainability, Aletta Nugent, said the pontoon was an exciting part of council’s Mackay Waterfront Riverside Revitalisation project. “It’s fantastic to have this project reach fruition, thanks to an amazing joint e
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Emergency Services have released devastating information in regards to an investigation of the sudden death of a man, said to be in his 60s, on a private property South of Mackay on March 14. Around 7.40pm on Thursday night, police responded to reports of a quadbike accident after a motorised bike had rolled down an embankment into a creek at a hobby farm in Koumala. Police authorities said the man, in his 60’s, was pinned by the bike underwater, concluding that he was unable to reach the surf
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A young girl is in critical condition after paramedics rushed in response to reports of a female in her early teens trapped under a trailer over the weekend. Emergency services arrived at the scene finding the girl pinned under a horse float trailer on a private property in Glenella around 5pm, on Saturday, March 16. Paramedics attended to the young girl in a critical condition as she sustained significant head injuries and was taken to Mackay Base Hospital with a critical care paramedic. Th
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The 2024 BMA River 2 Reef Ride jersey competition has unveiled three talented youth artist finalists, marking an exciting milestone in showcasing the region's emerging artistic talent. Representing Sarina, Moranbah, and Mackay respectively, the three finalists have each captured the essence of the Mackay region in their unique designs, highlighting the beauty of the region and connection to the rivers, reef and community. Linda Murry, General Manager of BHP Mitsubishi Alliance’s (BMA) Hay Po
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Mackay Detectives are continuing to appeal for information regarding missing 38-year-old man Scott Billingham after he was reported missing from Mackay earlier this month. Scott was last seen at an address on Andergrove Road, Andergrove around 4pm on Friday, March 8, and has not been in contact with friends or family since. Officers and partner agencies have been conducting extensive searches of the area around Andergrove for the past few weeks and are continuing subsequent enquiries this week.
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A 21-year-old Rochyview driver died in car crash in Nebo over the weekend. The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a fatal single-vehicle traffic crash in Nebo, on March 13. Initial investigations indicate the Nissan Navara was travelling on Oxford Downs Sarina Road sometime during the morning, when it veered off the road and hit a tree. Emergency crews were called around 11am before the 21-year-old Rockyview driver and sole occupant of the vehicle was declared deceased at the scene. Anyone
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Local Year 10 students are showing a big interest in joining the new wave of female tradies as more women take up the tools and follow a trade career, according to statistics recently released by the Queensland Resources Council (QRC). Twenty students from four local high schools have participated in the all-girls Tradie for a Day workshop delivered by the Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy (QMEA) with the support of BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA). The hands-on workshop hosted by Pione
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Born and raised in the Proserpine area, Robert Murolo has spent his entire life in this region. His weekends are filled with outdoor activities like fishing and crabbing, particularly enjoying the thrill of chasing black marlin and other pelagic fish when the weather permits. If he’s not partaking in outdoor adventures, he’s tinkering in the shed or relaxing by the pool at home. Being a grandparent brings Robert immense joy, and he loves spending time with his 19-month-old granddaughter. Rober
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Community Bank Sarina Bendigo Bank is a team of locals, dedicated to bringing their unique skills and expertise to assist you in achieving your lifestyle and financial goals, Let's get to know the people "behind the bank" by finding out what attracted them to a career in banking. Charmaine Matsen, Branch Manager: "Quite by chance, 20 years ago I was doing my banking and the local Manager asked me if I was interested in a role at her branch. Despite having no qualifications, I saw the opportunit
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For many of us, the challenge to our personal and professional progress is not so much the lack of planning but rather a massive failure to execute. We often lack the courage to act. Courage to act is being willing to ‘expose’ oneself and set aside the fear of what others think – including being proven wrong, failure, or even success. All this is daunting so the easy option is to maintain the status quo in our careers, and in our lives. When we lack the courage to act, we forego the opportunity
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Helen Alvers is most known in the Mackay community as a local hero in the nursing industry, with an impressive background of 48 years in the field. Throughout her remarkable journey, she has been exposed to vast changes in regards to patient care and hospital technology. One thing that hasn’t changed over the years…is her unwavering passion and advocacy towards caring for others. Helen has spent a large portion of her career at Mackay Base Hospital, recently retiring after 17 years as the N
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Mackay Isaac Tourism (MIT) unveiled a new destination events marketing campaign ‘Yours 2 Discover’ to align with the region's exciting and diverse events calendar. The campaign which will run from 29 February to 29 June 2024 is designed to entice the youth market, families, couples and empty nesters to have a getaway, enjoy our events and stay a little longer to explore the region's natural gems. Mackay Isaac Tourism Chief Executive Officer Al Grundy said that with the amazing array of event
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From singing in a church to singing on stage, homegrown Central Queensland talent Mackenzie May is making her way up in the music arts world at just seventeen years old as she released her first debut single ‘Little Things’ on Friday, the 1st of March. Mackenzie wrote the bittersweet song back in July last year at the junior academy of country music in Tamworth, where she co-wrote the song with Sarah Buckley from ‘The Buckleys.’ Mackenzie says she wrote the song about the small joys in life,
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