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Mitchell Dyer is a Sports Reporter for the Daily Mercury in Mackay, and also writes for CODE Sports. After spending time competing overseas collegiately, he returned to Australia to volunteer and work on contract in the media before being hired as a full-time reporter.

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Marco Peters will prepare to take the reigns for the first time in a BMD cup finals campaign as his side looks set to tackle the Burleigh Bears for the third straight season. Picture: Mitchell Dyer

Cutters ready to smash Burleigh rivals in BMD Cup semi-finals

The powerhouse women’s team are gearing up to battle the Bears with the head coach confident they can make it to the finals.

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Picture: Pat Wright

From ‘broken home’ to legendary Olympic coach, beacon of hope

Meet Pat Wright as you’ve never known her before as she opens up about her difficult childhood, training Olympic swimmers, and losing her arm.

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Makenzie Weale goes over the try line to draw first blood against the Capras for her Cutters BMD womens game April1, 2023. Picture: Marty Strecker

Cutters women ready to execute knockout blow in finals debut

The Cutters women’s team face a tough challenge as they head to Brisbane to take on arch rival team the Burleigh Bears in Round 1 of the BMD Finals series.

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A group of riders making their way along the Crit of the Mackay Open this past weekend. Picture: Amanda Wright

Region‘s top two-wheeled stars compete across multiple days at Mackay Open

The Mackay Open showcased some of the regions’ best cyclists, with riders battling it out across gruelling conditions to push their time and case for a big championship win.

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Mackay's Riley James continued his winning streak after taking home the under 23 world Softball Championship in Argentina, and was then named amongst the team of the tournament. Picture: Softball Australia

Softball sensation Riley James helps lead Australian team to world championship gold

With his winning catch in the shutout against Japan at the under-23 World Softball Championships, Riley James secured his place as one of the most decorated softballers in the country.

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Mackay truck driver Sam Byrnes is gearing up for his third trip to the UK after being selected to play cricket for England's Crowhurst Park Cricket Club. Picture: Facebook.

Mackay truckie selected to play cricket in the UK

Sam Byrnes’ journey from truck driver to overseas cricketer is a testament to chasing your dreams no matter where they may take you.

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Through ‘mud, blood and tears’, they served: We honour their sacrifices

Through ‘mud, blood and tears’, they served: We honour their sacrifices

From a 99yo veteran who couldn’t sleep a wink before Anzac Day to remarkable tales of sacrifice, the Greater Whitsundays did not forget. Read the tales, see the 140+ pictures across 11 services.

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Thanks to Queensland Country Bankâs Good for Good Community Grants program, Bowen will add new infrastructure to improve the grandstand of the venue to add to fan experience. Picture: Bowen Rugby Club

Community Bank Helps Bowen Rugby Union Club Tackle Seating Shortage

Bowen Rugby Union Club coach Tom Andison has praised the new grandstands as a game-changer for the club, enabling them to attract bigger crowds and provide safe and adequate seating for spectators.

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The Meteor's will look to continue their undefeated season when they take on the Brisbane Capitals, while the Meteorettes will attempt to make it two on the trot in the states capital. Picture: Mitch Dyer

Meteors and Metoerettes ready for intense double header

With the NBL1 North season in full swing, the Mackay Meteors and Metoerettes are determined to maintain their winning momentum against the Capitals.

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Two of Mackay's brightest young stars have come home with some hardware after phenomenal performances at the weekends Track and Field nationals in Brisbane. Picture: Mackay Athletics

Mackay’s best young athletes make their mark at National Championships

Sprinting sensation Mikayla Webb and pole vaulter Kayce Hoani-Vincent put Mackay on the map with impressive performances at the National Track and Field Championships.

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