244 texts, 570 calls: Dad inflicts hell on partner over ‘d*** pics’
A Mackay dad once sentenced for armed robbery again became violent after he claimed he was shown d*** pics on his partner’s phone.
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Mum accused of killing puppies in insurance scam
A Queensland mum is accused of starting a horror house fire that razed a home and killed eight dogs, after raising her insurance.
300+ snakes: Tradie’s incredible addiction revealed
A Queensland concreter went from believing the only good snake is a dead snake, to owning hundreds of them. See the effort it takes to keep them alive.
New cafe dreams of bringing Byron to Bucasia
Mackay’s newest cafe owner hopes to give locals a taste of her Northern Rivers hometown by creating a space for art, organic food and premium coffee blends.
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‘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.
Coffee champ’s secret to making Australia’s best brew
Meet the Coffee Club’s best barista in Australia who has defended her crown three years running. Find out the secret to her success.
Miner stripped down to shorts to rescue crash victims from ‘croc creek’
A miner has told how he jumped into a creek despite a crocodile warning sign to rescue people from a sinking car which had crashed. DETAILS
100+ faces: Glam grads celebrate North Mackay High School formal
Hollywood-style glamour was on show with chic fashion and smooth rides at the North Mackay High School Year 12 formal affair. SEE THE PHOTOS.
Elderly woman seriously injured in car, train crash
A woman in her 80s was flown to Townsville with serious leg injuries after the vehicle she was driving collided with a train and flipped north of Mackay.
100+ faces: Mackay Christian College celebrates 2024 formal at the MECC
The young men and women have celebrated the end of their school year alongside their formal. See the cars, dresses and joy of the seniors’ last hurrah.
Ex-miner’s beauty business up for sale
A Queensland beautician who worked hard in the mines to save money and start her salon is leaving it behind, looking for a buyer to take up the torch.
Bike shop rescues robbed couple with generous gift
After losing two bikes in three months, a “very mad and very sad” couple has been supported by a local businessman and community.
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