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As spring just about enters its second month and warm week of lawn bowls starting on Tuesday afternoon with 3 great close games in play and the highest winning score belonged to Wendy Pomeroy whom combined with Henny Tattam comfortably beat the rest of the field, Wednesday afternoon Jackpot Bowls capably run by Merve Stewart saw the combination of the knee Mens A Grade Champion Alan Pershouse with the above-mentioned Merve Stewart run away with the prize money. We have Mixed Triples and Pairs in
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MACKAY’S CUTEST BABY COMPETITION FINAL WEEK!
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NQ Sportstar Awards To Honour Athletes And Achievements The Mackay region is getting ready to celebrate the rising sports stars of North Queensland. Nominations closed on September 1 for local sporting stars to be nominated for the MM Electrical NQ Sportstar Awards and the list of nominees was revealed last week at a media launch at Mackay ARC. Mackay Regional Council councillor, Laurence Bonaventura, who is also North Queensland Sports Foundation director, attended the launch and said this year
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A Woolworths bakery worker in Ooralea has gone above and beyond this week, committing an act that earnt her some ‘brownie points’ on a local community forum. Racheal Van Damme took to the Mackay Noticeboard Facebook page to commend a mystery staff member on her thoughtful actions. Racheal states, “To the beautiful lady who works at Ooralea, who asked if I needed help while I was looking at cakes for my daughter’s birthday. “[She] took the cake to the counter along with the flowers and chocolates
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Imitation, they say, is the sincerest form of flattery. And if that's the case, then we should all be glowing with pride here in Mackay and the Whitsundays. Why, you ask? Because our community newspaper has not only captured hearts and minds in our neck of the woods but has also ignited the spark of inspiration elsewhere. This week, we proudly ushered in the debut edition of Burdekin Life, a new weekly community newspaper. Folks in the Burdekin had come across Mackay and Whitsunday Life and want
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Whitsunday Anglican School’s 2023 School Captain, Lily Mifsud, was one of only twelve students in the State to receive a Secondary Schools Citizenship Award by the Order of Australian Association, presented at the recent ceremony at Queensland’s Parliament House, where she was honoured for her service to the community. The Secondary Schools Citizenship Awards is presented to those secondary school students in Queensland who have demonstrated outstanding service to their schools and to their com
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Mackay has been host to a spike in violent crime recently, leaving residents concerned for their safety. Within the last 10 days, police allege three instances of violent crime have occurred within Mackay. On Friday September 15, police allege that four men were outside a Rural View address, when they were confronted by a group of unknown people. The two groups entered a verbal confrontation before it is alleged that one of the unknown groups stole one of the men’s handbags, which contained se
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Local construction company, CiteCon, have partnered with homelessness support charity, Orange Sky, to take part in the ‘Sudsy Challenge’ this September, raising funds and awareness of homelessness in the Mackay region. Orange Sky provides free mobile laundry services for people experiencing hardships and isolation in Mackay and across Australia. New research by Orange Sky reveals that one in three Australians have been severely impacted by the cost-of-living crisis. In light of this fact, the
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Some of the best in business gathered at Magpies Sporting Complex for a pivotal event that would not only reflect on the past but also cast an astute eye toward the horizon. The Mackay Region Chamber of Commerce's Annual General Meeting convened with a sense of purpose, drawing over 30 local member businesses keen to grasp the Chamber's accomplishments and vision. At the forefront of discussions lay an impending storm on the political landscape – the 2024 elections, potentially bringing forth t
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Mackay city is now better prepared to face major weather events with the official opening of the new flood-resistant Mackay City Substation, located at Tennyson Street. The $28 million substation is designed to withstand a one in 200-year flood event, providing greater resilience to the region. This significant project includes the installation of two new transformers, a control room, operating switchgear, and power cables. The substation has been successfully electrically commissioned, resulti
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Locals in favour of the ‘No’ vote gathered at the Bluewater Quay on Saturday, 23rd September ahead of the upcoming Voice referendum, with prominent key figures from the Mackay region attending to share their opinion on the campaign, following a walk across Forgan Bridge. The campaign is also known as ‘Australians for Unity’, led by Shadow Indigenous Australians Minister, Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price and Nyunggai Warren Mundine. On the opposing side, Yes23 are campaigning for ‘listening, rec
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By Kevin Borg, Chairman, CANEGROWERS Mackay Queensland CANEGROWERS has been calling on Sugar Terminals Limited (STL) to listen to their grower shareholders, encouraging them strongly to step out of the city and into a regional growing area to hold its Annual General Meeting. This is a fair and reasonable call: Bundaberg isn’t so far from Brisbane. The Burdekin is a stone’s throw from Townsville. Mackay has many flights in from Brisbane every day. We’d welcome the regional venue. At the time of
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Queensland's Trade to Teach Internship program, in partnership with CQUniversity (CQU), is expanding its horizons with additional funding from the Queensland Government. The program, which facilitates the transition of qualified tradies into teaching careers, is set to receive a $10 million boost. Education Minister Grace Grace recently announced the expansion, offering qualified and experienced tradespeople even more opportunities to pursue teaching. The Trade to Teach program provides success
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A new report from the Queensland Resources Council (QRC) has revealed skilled worker shortages, government policy settings, rising costs and global economic conditions are among the main concerns for resources companies operating in Queensland. They’re among the key findings of QRC’s quarterly check of industry sentiment on the future outlook for the resources sector in Queensland through a State of the Sector survey of company CEOs. QRC Chief Executive Ian Macfarlane said the report reveals
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Are you on the hunt for a new job? It’s a tale as old as time, you apply for a position that interests you, then wait to never hear a response. Read ahead for advice to ace your next job interview and excel in your career! Write yourself a career plan It can be beneficial to have an understanding of who you want to be, in a professional sense. Write a plan including your must-haves and dealbreakers – companies you’d like to work with, your preferred working hours, goals for career development,
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WorkPac Recruitment Mackay will be attending the Mackay Jobs Fair on 10th October, at CQ University. The core principle of WorkPac is to offer career management to talented individuals for a vast range of career classifications, from low skill to professional roles. WorkPac has over 12,000+ Field Team Members employed daily on client sites and projects across Australia, making them one of the leading specialists of mining recruitment throughout the country. WorkPac will be on the search for both
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MACKAY JOBS FAIR In the ever-evolving landscape of employment, the upcoming Mackay Jobs Fair on Tuesday, October 10th, promises not just a chance to connect with potential employers but a gateway to real jobs for real people. With more than 30 organisations participating, the fair offers a diverse range of opportunities that may surprise attendees. From traineeships designed for individuals with no prior work experience to positions for registered nurses, skilled tradies, efficient administrati
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Friday 29 September Electric Dreams Karaoke Lounge 9pm – 1am Where you are the star! You love to sing, McGuires has the songs. Accepts functions and group bookings. | Free entry. McGuires Hotel, Mackay Full Moon Party From 9pm Neon lights and jelly shots, FREE glow gift on arrival, UV face painters, prizes and giveaways. The Rabbit Hole, Mackay Mr Q (Live) @ The Burb 6:30pm – 10:30pm Join for a night of live music entertainment. | Free entry. Souths Suburban Bowls Club, Mackay Saturday 30 Sep
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Mackay parents Jessica and Cameron Marller have spent 124 nights at Ronald McDonald House Townsville, while their twins, Alexander and William received medical treatment in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the Townsville University Hospital. “Our story begins with a routine check-up with specialist Doctor Watson at Townsville University Hospital on the 16th of December 2022. “I was 26 weeks and three days pregnant with Monochorionic (MCDA) identical twin boys,” Jessica said. “The ult
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In a world over-powered by opinionated ignorance and blemished by virtue signalling, the issue of coal stands out as a beacon of frustration and absurdity. If you want to get a good taste of it, tune in to an ABC news or current affairs program and listen to the discussion about the demise of coal. Opinions are strong, dogmatic and uncompromising. Unfortunately, they also misrepresent the facts and fail to give a true picture of what is happening. Listen to the discussion and you will learn tha
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OPINION PIECE As this term of council is nearing the end, I thought it would be good to reflect on community and what that means for me as a person and as an elected representative. As a person, belonging in community improves my motivation, health and happiness. Being involved in community enhances my value in life. Making meaningful relationships with people and genuinely caring about people and their wellbeing is important to me. I enjoy building close relationships with others and I find dee
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In the heart of Mackay, nestled on Level 1 of Canelands Shopping Centre, parents have discovered a haven where their little ones can play, explore, and unleash their boundless energy. Say hello to Cheeky Little Monkeys Play Centre, the ultimate destination for children under 5. This fully enclosed, safe play space has become a cherished haven for parents seeking a respite from the hustle and bustle of daily life. From as little as $6 for under-1s and $10 for 1-5-year-olds, parents can sit back a
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What do you get when you cross a hockey player, a 6-time marathon runner and a bloke who loves mowing his yard? You get me. That’s right, I do all those things and I’m here to tell you all about it. Two weeks ago, I was in Sydney doing another marathon run through the streets of Australia’s greatest city, and I am pleased to tell you that I finished and feel terrific for doing it. I’ve had plenty of people asking how it all went, times, injuries and anything else. I can say all is great and
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In a gallant gathering of bowlers from across the district, the Annual Challenge Cup, formerly known as the Past Presidents Cup, took centre stage at the North Mackay Bowls Club. Twenty-two teams converged to mark the inaugural edition of this exciting event, and the day was filled with camaraderie and fierce competition. The men's team emerged triumphant, led by the skilled hand of skipper Mick Walsh from the Mackay Club. On the ladies' front, it was Lidia McCarthy from the North Mackay Club wh
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This October will mark 15 years of the Choir of Unheard Voices, who are celebrating with a concert that is not to be missed. Margaret Ross has spent the years witnessing the power of singing, for people in our community who are dealing with mental illness and disability. In 2008, the Choir of Unheard Voices began as a way to reach into the closed spaces of the people who came to sing. They had their very first performance that year, to mark Mental Health Week. In 2009, the choir travelled to
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