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Our weekly 9-hole stableford saw Craig Kennedy take the win with 22 pts, second Sam Cartwright with 21 pts and third with 21 pts Michael Norman.Jay Angel took the win with 18 pts on Fridays 9-hole stableford, second saw Tim Walton with a 16 c/b and third Lorri Thynne with 16 pts. Sunday’s 18-hole monthly medal for June was a great turn out. First place we had Dean Barnard, second place Asher Ventham and third place went to Cory Belke. Nearest the pin was Dean Barnard and Tyson Flavel.
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With only four games scheduled last weekend, many sides got a chance to take a well-earned rest.The Divisional men travelled down to Mackay on Friday to take on Country United.First off the rank were Div2 and in a hard fought game, they had more than their share of opportunities and possession but just couldn’t capitalise. In fact, despite having arguably the better of play, and having had a goal disallowed, they trailed 1-0 till the final minutes when Chris White smacked in a long-range ball fo
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Rugby League is in Lahni Linneweber’s blood, with close family ties to the sport. Joining the sport in 2019, Proserpine State High School student Lahni has been on a non-stop roll, working closely with the Rise Academy to move into the sport professionally once she completes high school.
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Saturday saw the Moranbah Bulls travel up to Airlie beach to play the Round 11, top of the table clash against the Raiders. Both teams have had a pretty consistent year and the last time they met was a close 26-20 match in favour of the Bulls.
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On Sunday, three Cannonvale swimmers participated at the Townsville Strand Ocean Swim. Jacob Bell swam in the 4km Magnetic Island Qualifier Event and was the first swimmer to come out of the water. Jacob swam an impressive time of 52min 16sec. He is keen to compete in the Magnetic Island to Townsville 8km swim in July.
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Now in its 18th year, the Whitsunday Trail Fest is confirmed for September. Hosted by the Whitsunday Running Club, the Whitsunday Trail Fest explores the very best of the region’s tracks, with a variety of different treks for the avid runner. Beginning in 2005 by the Mackay Road Runners, the Whitsunday Trail Fest only had the 28-kilometre course but has now evolved to encompass the ultra-58-kilometre, the HoneyEater Challenge, and the Kids Beach Run.
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It is with great sadness that we bid farewell to Kerry Latter, a beloved figure in the Mackay community. Kerry's dedication and care extended beyond his role as a prominent advocate for the sugar industry and CEO of CANEGROWERS Mackay. He was a champion of small businesses, a passionate political supporter, and a genuine and kind-hearted person.
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An annual evening to honour the region’s elders was held recently, hosted by Atsichs Mackay Ltd and supported by the Department of Justice.Murri Court Coordinator and Event Organiser Veronica Ah-Wang said it was a night to celebrate the elders and let them enjoy a night away from any responsibilities.“It’s a way to look after them and appreciate who they are,” she said.
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Going to hospital can be daunting no matter your age, but one young girl’s experience was brightened by the kindness of a nearby stranger.Kellie Ungerer posted in the Mackay Noticeboard Facebook group sharing the good deed of a young man and his partner after her two-year-old was admitted to the Mackay Base Hospital last weekend.
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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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