Young Mackay couple faces challenge of a lifetime at 20
A Mackay-region apprentice and his devoted partner have to face the worry of a lifetime at only 20, trading camping trips for hospital stays.
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100+ PHOTOS: Mackay v Rockhampton at the Kanaka Proud Cup
Mackay has taken on Rockhampton at the 2023 Kanaka Proud Cup rugby league carnival at Magpies Sporting Club, where players of all ages fought hard in games to remember. SEE THE GALLERY
Revealed: 14 proposed childcare centres that could cater to 1300+ kids
Enrolment numbers at Mackay childcare centres are bursting at the seams while there are more than a dozen proposals that could help ease the pressure. SEE THE FULL LIST, DESIGNS
Five years after underground blaze, flagship mine set to reopen
A mining giant has taken a massive step towards resuming work at one of its key Bowen Basin operations after an underground fire five years ago stopped production. DETAILS
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Jellyfish tragedy: Strangers help grant family’s wish to take teen home
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Why mechanic’s customers voted him best in Mackay
Securing good staff has been tricky for many trade business owners, but the two-week wait for this mechanic comes down to his reputation, honesty and a gentle nature.
Amazing women in business: Mackay’s inspirational leaders
Whether they’re business owners or managers, creators or consultants, these women are the leaders who have inspired and encouraged you ahead of International Women’s Day.
Staff shortages lead to education crisis for rural school
Concerns for a school’s ability to educate its students have been raised as the rural centre grapples with a significant loss of staff.
Batter up: Mackay softball a big hit with new players
People who had never swung a bat took to the pitch with some of Queensland’s best at the Mackay Softball Association’s Come and Try Day. SEE THE 30+ FACES
The Mackay trainer transforming people’s lives one class at a time
From weight loss goals to attaining a new size or recovering from injuries, Selina Wright has been transforming lives through fitness since she was age 23. Read the secret to her success.
‘False sense of security’: Why Mackay’s beaches don’t have nets
Stinger suits remain the best protection against marine stingers as debate fires up on why Mackay’s beaches do not have swimming enclosures. Here’s why.
26 childcare centres ranked: Whitsunday’s best and worst named
Whitsunday’s childcare centres and kindergartens have been ranked based on government audits and parent feedback. SEE HOW YOUR LOCAL CENTRES FARED.
Small town’s biggest event called off despite desperate fight
It’s one of Queensland’s oldest agricultural shows but this year won’t go ahead in a decision organisers say is devastating for the town.
Beach bums, elite athletes: Mackay’s social media stars of 2022
From sporting stars dominating on TikTok, to breathtaking beaches and stunning portraits, Mackay and Whitsunday’s top social media influencers for 2022 have been named.
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