Claims council ‘knocking back growth’ to cater for pedestrians
A major retailer wanting to invest in the Whitsundays is facing roadblocks as councillors argue whether more time and money is needed for foot traffic. Read why it is a sticking point.
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‘Giant hail, flash floods’: BOM warns of thunderstorm chaos for Central Qld
It’s time to buckle up and be prepared. From Proserpine to Bundaberg, emergency services are advising residents to move their cars indoors in preparation for ‘potentially giant’ hail storm chaos. Here’s what to expect.
‘I’ll join you in later life’: VC hero says goodbye to the Queen
In a touching salute to his ‘old friend’ Queen Elizabeth, Mackay’s legendary VC hero says he will meet her again ‘later’. Read about his 10 days in London attending the Queen’s funeral.
Multiple crashes rock Sunday morning across Mackay Whitsundays
Two ambulance units are on scene attending to a young man with serious injuries following a motorcycle crash. The crash is one of three prangs to rock Sunday morning across the region.
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35+ PHOTOS: Region’s school seniors celebrate Mocktail
It’s a rite of passage for the region’s high school seniors and Mocktail 2021 proved our future leaders are going out in style.
MOCKTAIL 2021: Region’s high school seniors style it up
It’s a rite of passage for the region’s high school seniors and Mocktail 2021 proved our future leaders are going out in style.
Whitsunday father and son embark on six-day ride for charity
They are hoping to raise thousands for sick and disadvantaged children, and you can help >>>
Demand for doctors drives new medical centre development
A new healthcare centre in Cannonvale has been given the green light to house a range of medical professionals.
Council will no longer lead Schoolies program after 20 years
Whitsunday councillors have voted to take a step back from the program that has been running in town since 1999.
$15.4M works for Mackay Isaac Whitsundays projects
‘This is great news for Mackay and for our region’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic’
Community rallies for Collinsville boy fighting rare cancer
How buying a pizza today will help the little battler who has already undergone a lengthy surgery and will soon face chemotherapy.
Six major items to be discussed at today’s council meeting
Infrastructure costs for Whitsunday Paradise will again be debated along with Schoolies in Airlie Beach, opportunities for the airport and more.
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