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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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Stanford University commit Amy Bunnage left nothing to chance during the trials and dominated her way to a first place finish for her First Australian singlet

Shocking result puts teen on cusp of stunning world title team spot

A new record from a Stanford-bound athlete and a maiden open heat performance that has a teenager on the cusp of becoming one of Australia’s youngest ever World Championship runners. Discover the biggest talking points from the national track and field titles.

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In celebration of Australia's one hundredth edition of the Track and Field Nationals we have compiled a list of our nation's one hundred best athletes throughout our rich history. Picture: Mitchell Dyer

TOP 100: Australia‘s greatest track and field athletes across 100 years

Discover the top 100 track and field athletes Australia has ever produced in celebration of the national athletics championships centenary edition.

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The Meteor's 16 point win to start the season was mainly run through the finger tips of Tasmanian Jack Jumper Isaac Smith. The star guard piled on 40 points, 7 rebounds, 9 assists and 2 steals. Picture: Mitch Dyer

‘Patchy’ White dominates as Meteors win opener

The Mackay Meteors kicked off the 2023 NBL1 season with an electrifying victory, led by the impressive play of Tasmanian Jack Jumper Isaac White. READ MORE

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Davida Dale was electric for the Meteorettes in their 82-80 defeat amassing a staggering 28 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, 6 steals and 2 blocks for the evening. Picture: Mitch Dyer

Mackay’s Davida Dale sets the tone in thrilling NBL1 North opener

Fans were treated to a high-scoring affair as the Meteorettes and Cyclones clashed in their opening game of the season, with Davida Dale putting in a standout performance for Mackay.

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TAMPA, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 15: Liam Paro of Australia works out during a media workout at the Seminole Hard Rock Tampa pool prior to his December 18th fight against Yomar Alamo of Puerto Rico on December 15, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

Liam Paro recovering after facial fracture derails world title plans

After sustaining a facial fracture in the weeks leading up to his highly anticipated bout against UK star Robbie Davis Jr, Liam Paro is on the hunt for a fresh world title chance.

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It was never in doubt for the men's Cyril Connell Challenge side as they dismantled the Northern Pride from start to finish on Saturday morning. Picture: Mackay Cutters

’Quite an exciting prospect’: NRL powerhouse drafts Mackay star

When Mark Morrow arrived in Canberra for a Raiders scholarship camp he may have never imagined his flannelette shirt and jeans would help land him his first development contract.

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Shirley Cresse was a much loved and admired member of many sporting organisations across Mackay and left an immeasurable mark on those around her. Picture: Shirley Creese

‘Warm bubbly’ icon of Mackay’s sporting community mourned

Tireless Mackay sporting community icon Shirley Creese is being remembered for her passion and commitment to soccer, football and softball. Read the tributes here.

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After a night out in Las Vegas David and Genna became infatuated with one other marking the beginning of a beautiful relationship and marriage. Picture: Gofundme

‘Rest in paradise’: Tributes flow for father-to-be and AFL ‘larrikin’

A beloved husband and ‘ripper of a bloke’ on the footy field, who was only months away from becoming a dad for the first time, has died. Read the tributes for the much-loved Mackay local here.

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Cutters juniors were on display with the teams handing two major victories and one nail biting finish to the Northern Pride. Picture: Mackay Cutters

Mackay‘s rising stars shine: Junior Cutters dominate at home

With two wins and a draw the cutter‘s junior teams shone in their home debut, delivering exciting performances that highlighted the region’s young talent at BB Print Stadium.

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Luta’s double helps Mackay Cutters create history

Samara Luta makes a bold statement for the Mackay Cutters and helps lead her team to an historic victory. Find out how she did it.

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