Named: Woman charged over explosive yacht fire flown to Brisbane
A woman accused of setting fire to a 40-foot yacht has been flown to Brisbane after she suffered burns to her legs from the blaze. WATCH THE VIDEO
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‘Wastelander state’: Qld’s environment front and centre at youth parliament
Students from across Mackay gathered for a day of debate and speechmaking and concern for the environment stood out as a key theme. Here’s what they had to say.
‘Job well done’: SES veterans talk life on the frontline of disaster
From cyclones to the Bogie massacre, these SES heroes have served on the front lines of disasters. Here are some of their inspiring stories.
Second motorbike crash in same area where rider died day earlier
Emergency services have raced to the scene of the second motorcycle crash near Mackay. It comes after a young rider was killed in a crash on Saturday.
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$11.5 million Peak Downs Highway upgrade works under way
The suite of works will improve safety for all motorists in the highly trafficked area
SECOND CHANCE: Another White on Whitehaven long lunch added
An insatiable appetite for tickets has prompted organisers to put on a second long lunch.
Get ready for euphoria: The Rubens to tour Mackay
The Rubens have dropped a new album with a distinct flavour and they’re warning Mackay to prepare for live music euphoria
PHOTOS: RACQ CQ Rescue celebrates 25 years saving lives
‘The number of lives saved by this organisation is absolutely outstanding.’
Week of Bruce Highway night works begin Monday
The work is part of the Mackay Northern Access Upgrade project.
Extra waste water supply improves odds for popular racetrack
Odds have jumped significantly for a popular south east Qld horse tracing track, with a boost in wastewater for irrigation.
New Byrnes cafe no pie in the sky dream for Connors family
A new coffee shop in North Mackay is serving up the perfect blend of great coffee, famous pies and good service.
‘People complain about paid parking and we put more in’
Drivers will have to cough up to use another Airlie Beach car park from next month.
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