Daily Mercury cartoonist Harry Bruce’s best cartoons for 2024
From politics to environment, business trials and triumph, Mackay cartoonist Harry Bruce has captured it all. Here is a collection of his works from 2024.
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Thieves leave trail of destruction after brazen break ins
Thieves have smashed their way into four North Qld businesses in the early hours of Christmas Eve, as police call on the public for help.
MP’s fears that heavy rainfall will only worsen the Bruce
A Federal MP is worried that the deluge of rainfall across the weekend will only worsen the Bruce Highway’s conditions.
What’s open in Mackay, Whitsunday over Christmas, NY
Whether you need to restock on food, rent a book from the library, or are looking to take a dip in a public pool over the Christmas and New Year’s period, we’ve got you covered.
Teens busted in stolen Hyundai at servo had 25 prior offences
Two juveniles busted exiting a stolen car at a Mackay petrol station have fronted court with 25 prior unlawful use of motor vehicle offences between them.
‘Then I’m sliced’: Police investigating alleged wounding incident
Whetu Tokotaua said he initially did not realise he had been sliced open after a clash at a popular Central Queensland pub. WARNING: Confronting images
Family fights to stay with sick child during recovery
A family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to support their child’s recovery after multiple surgeries.
GALLERY: Community embraces festive spirit at Christmas Carols
Families gathered to belt out their favourite Christmas tunes hosted by Sarina Surf Lifesaving Club as we enter the final days before December 25. See the photos.
Teen boys remain hospitalised after serious Bruce Highway crash
A 12-year-old boy was critically injured on December 22 after he was flung from a vehicle in a horror crash involving a caravan between Mackay and Rockhampton, the second in the same area in barely three weeks.
‘Dirty, filthy, grubby’: Drunk KFC worker spits into police officer’s mouth
A KFC worker has blamed going of his meds for assaulting police twice in two weeks.
Shock twist, safety fears for mate charged over biker’s crash death
A surprise letter penned by the sister of a motorcyclist killed in an alleged hit and run by a mate of 40 years can be revealed. It comes after police previously said the driver shouldn’t be released for his own “protection”.
Schoolgirl stalking manifesto, photos, addresses allegedly uncovered
A “truly disturbing” folder, which police allege shows young teen girls labelled “projects”, where they live, explicit sex talk and a Qld man’s musings about whether to “trap” one was not enough to stop him from getting bail.
More details revealed after woman suffers horror arm injuries
A woman who was trapped by her steering wheel had to be cut from her vehicle after crashing into a tree in slippery conditions in an known mobile black spot near Mackay.
Highway reopened but motorists warned to expect delays
Drone footage shows the extensive flooding across the Goorganga Plains and one lane of the Bruce Highway is opened. LATEST
Mansions, waterfront units, whole island: Top 10 sales of 2024
From luxury apartments on Hamilton to an entire island, these were some of the biggest property sales of 2024 across the Mackay and Whitsundays regions.
48 new beds, 8 staff units: Inside expansion of aged care centres
Two Mackay region aged care facilities are expanding their capacity for residents and staff, amid the growing elderly population and housing shortages.
Mackay Whitsunday best Christmas light display
Christmas is well and truly upon us and houses across the region have gotten into the spirit. Cast your vote to help decide the best Christmas light display.
Here’s what you can expect with today’s Mackay weather
As we move into summer what can locals expect today? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Everybody appearing at Mackay Magistrates Court, Tuesday, December 24
Here is a list of matters listed at Mackay Magistrates Court on Tuesday.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Mackay weather
As we move into summer what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Everybody appearing at Mackay Magistrates Court, Monday, December 23
Here is a list of matters listed at Mackay Magistrates Court on Monday.
Revealed: 120+ sports stars of the southeast
The new year looms, and athletes have already begun their prep for season 2025. From the track to the pool and everywhere in between, these are the 120+ southeast Queensland young guns you must watch and why. Full list:
VOTE NOW: The moments that defined sport in North Qld
We’ve picked the moments that set the trends, now it’s time to have your say. Which local sporting event in regional North Queensland is your favourite?
Devils three-peat: Norths secure second grade premiership
Norths are once again on top of Mackay Cricket’s one-day second grade competition, defeating Walkerston at Harrup Park.
Magpies chase down Pioneer Valley to secure first grade premiership
Magpies Cricket Club staved off a valiant Pioneer Valley to secure Mackay Cricket’s first grade one-day premiership.
‘I wasn’t going fast enough’: Man’s crash after drunken ‘skid’
A Bunnings Warehouse worker has partially given his reasons to police of how he caused a potentially devastating high speed crash on the Sunshine Coast which led to his car rolling onto its roof.
Desperate for answers, family turns to psychic for help
In their desperation, the family of missing man Jack McLennan have enlisted the help of two psychics in the Wondai area, after police scaled back their search efforts since November, 2024. DETAILS
CCTV captures moment man crashes into car after taking out bus stop
The chaotic seconds after a man rammed into a stationary vehicle on a suburban Sunshine Coast street immediately after driving through a nearby bus stop has been caught on video. WATCH
‘Hoping for a Christmas miracle’: Calls to locate missing deaf dog
Kalyca Hendren is praying a Christmas miracle will reunite her with 4-year-old dog Thea before Christmas. Find out how you can help.
‘The final hurrah’: Bluebird Lounge calls it a day
After more than 10 years, the newly re-branded Wood St eatery will close its doors as the owners hang-up their aprons one final time. Find out why.
Sparky supplier to open new location with bigger warehouse, more products
A Mackay electrical wholesaler ‘looking at substantial growth’ will leave behind its riverside location for a bigger and better site near Paget. See what’s in store.
Revealed: Two new fast-food options in whopper tradie hotspot
Two new fast-food outlets are proposed for an area of Mackay where there’s no shortage of hungry tradies come lunch time. DETAILS.
Exclusive celeb-style mansion where Qld couples can now marry
A sprawling Mediterranean-inspired mansion in the Whitsundays with its own marina and helipad will open for wedding bookings. And it’s not the only new option for couples planning to tie the knot in the tropics.
Howzat! Behind DAZN’s quest to become Netflix of sport
The UK sports streaming operator has big plans for the way the world watches sport – and Foxtel is set to become a key part of this.
Sports streamer DAZN buys Foxtel in blockbuster $3.4bn deal
New ownership for subscription giant Foxtel and its hit brands Kayo and BINGE is set to shake up Australia’s media and sport landscape.
ANZ’s board ignored a very loud message on bonuses
Qantas, Woolworths and now ANZ have all found out the hard way. On reputation – you go up slowly but come down at high speed.
Driver injured at Qld mine site after truck rolled
A truck driver is in hospital after fresh images can now be shown of a heavy vehicle that rolled at a Queensland mine, the latest of a raft of serious incidents across the sector this year.
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