Meet the Whitsunday super citizens of 2025
From dedicated students using their spare time to give back to the community to 70-year-old triathletes, get to know the winners of the 2025 Australia Day Awards.
Community
‘I know what you’re wearing’: Mum’s sexually-laced stalking binge
A Qld woman who “persistently” harassed her ex, telling him she was in his bed waiting for him has landed in court on a stalking charge.
‘Heavily traumatised’ pooch rescued from death row goes viral
A heartbreaking image of Remy, a frightened, mange-infested pup whose time at a council-run pound was running out, has sparked an outpouring across Australia after he was taken in by a group of Qld animal warriors.
FULL LIST: What’s on Australia Day 2025 in Mackay, Whitsundays
From market stalls to seafood feasts, there is a lot on offer for the 2025 Australia Day throughout Mackay and the Whitsundays. SEE THE LIST.
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‘He is a fighter’: Toddler’s brave battle against shock diagnosis
Energetic, brave and cheeky, little Lathan has already been fighting his whole life after being born with his twin sister at 26 weeks. Now his parents have a new fight on their hands.
FULL LIST: Your guide to Mackay-Whit candidates in the 2024 Queensland election
As campaigning gears up ahead of October 26 and early voting is less than a week away, check out who is hoping to win your vote in the electorates across the Greater Whitsundays.
LNP dodges commitment over resources centre, Labor vows $5m
Two Greater Whitsundays leaders have called for the LNP to match Labor commitments to rural roads, regional communities and the funding of a vital industries hub.
LNP rolls in with $100k promise for bowls club upgrades
A Whitsunday bowls club will install solar panels and improve its clubhouse if the LNP MP for the Whitsundays is re-elected this month.
Prepare your resume, Whitsunday Job Fair approaching fast
The first-ever Whitsunday Job Fair is set for October 14, helping locals find employers and businesses find recruits in the region’s rapidly evolving job market.
Ex-Wallaroo lifts the lid on ‘unknown’ Qld Country Orchids side
A former Australian women’s rugby union star has given unique insight into her Queensland Country Orchids side as they prepare to make amends from their 2023 Australian Rugby Shield heartbreak.
‘Exciting player’: Qld Country Heelers coach highlights key threats for ARS title charge
Queensland Country Heelers head coach Brad Tronc has revealed his tournament aims and star players to watch as he prepares to lift the 2024 Australian Rugby Shield on home soil.
Two kids hospitalised in Peak Downs Hwy crash
Four patients, including two young boys, have been rushed to hospital following a crash in a Mackay suburb, at almost the same time paramedics responded to another crash in the Whitsundays.
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