Tragic twist of fate delivers fatal blow to young medical student
After seven long years of studying medicine, Qld student Jay Cameron is walking away from uni with only two subjects left. Not by choice, but because he has incurable brain cancer.
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Shocking report reveals dismal health access in major Qld city
A new report has found one Qld region is a veritable medical desert when it comes to healthcare professionals with dismal access rates compared to its neighbouring city.
Revealed: Why 99-spot Northern Beaches childcare centre is delayed
More than eight months after a desperately-needed childcare centre was approved for Mackay’s Northern Beaches, construction is yet to commence. Here’s why.
‘Heartbreaking’: Cruel twist revealed after crash killed loving husband
The tragic ‘sudden and unexpected’ death of a Queensland man has shattered his family and friends as they rally to support his widow who is battling a devastating disease.
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What life was like during Whitsunday islands’ glory days
Whitsunday island beaches were childhood playgrounds and where school formals were celebrated, now just memories until these incredible lands are accessible again, writes Janessa Ekert.
Rental nightmare: Family terrified as snakes overrun home
A mother says her rental property is infested with baby snakes and she is too scared to go home. A snake catcher says she has never seen anything like it as the mum pleads for a new place for her family. SEE THE PHOTOS
Women hold their own in competitive apprenticeship program
In a field of 2000 contenders, Mackay’s Melanie Rigby is taking an alternative route toward her dream job and drawing on inspiration close to home.
Milestone step in realising $2.9bn Urannah Dam dreams
It’s an agreement years in the making and one that will push the transformative $2.9bn water infrastructure project to the next level, and open up new industry in North Queensland.
The secret Qld island getaways where paradise awaits
Popular new attractions, increased visitor access and a number of island getaways can be found just off the coast of Mackay and Whitsundays. See what’s on offer and why authorities say the future is looking much brighter.
POWER 50: Mackay’s most influential people named
These men and women are the shapers of our city whose collective legacies will carve out a better future. Meet the Daily Mercury’s Power 50. FULL LIST>>
New Byrnes store marks iconic pie’s 90-year milestone
A second cafe serving up the iconic Byrnes pie and pastry range will open north of the Pioneer River, as new flavours are flagged and the owners answer that big question – is it the same recipe?
$11.4m for RCOE front and centre in Dawson tussle
The Resources Centre of Excellence is chasing $11.4m for its stage 2 expansion plans that will broaden the expertise and skills developed in Mackay. Here’s what the frontrunners had to say on the funding.
‘Your only limitation is yourself’: Double stroke survivor’s life advice
After suffering two strokes, Ripeka Patuwairua has achieved what many people would believe is the impossible. Read her inspiring story.
Chopper tasked to jet ski incident off coast of a Whitsunday island
A jet ski rider has caused alarm after an incident off the coast of Daydream Island forced a rescue helicopter to be called out.
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