Insuring a cooler, safer future
Around one quarter of Aussie homes risk becoming uninsurable by the end of the decade. Dr Christa Pudmenzky explains the role of our changing climate.
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Mackay sale and auction results, week ending March 24
Bowen proved to be a hot market last week with five properties selling for a total value of $1.9 million. See the latest auction and sales results.
Council count: Johnson and MacRae duke it out for tenth place
As the mayoral candidates wait on postal votes some council frontrunners have moved up the list while others struggle to keep their seat. ROLLING COVERAGE.
Mackay sale and auction results, week ending March 17
There were 41 properties sold in Mackay last week, with 100 new listings in the region. See the latest auction and sales results.
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Town loses doctor in battle for permanent healthcare
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From the editor’s desk: Awards glory for the Daily Mercury
The Daily Mercury’s commitment to the Mackay community, telling your stories and pushing for change, has won top honours at the Qld Country Press Association awards.
Bowen OAM winner was ‘tireless’ in his commitment
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