A chance to explore old coal mines is shaping up to be a novel offering for Qld’s next cruise ship destination, alongside downhill mountain biking and helicopter tours to ancient volcano peaks.
Born in a pub and remaining a legend to the very end, the memory of World War II veteran William Wallace Mervyn Bruce will live on in the hearts of many.
Music lovers from far and wide revelled in the Whitsundays for the annual Airlie Beach Music Festival. See the pictures
The search for Mackay’s best sports coach has begun. Vote now from the list of 30 finalists, as nominated by readers.
With an election looming, politicians across Central and North Queensland are spending up big on Facebook ads, with one pollie leading the field after clocking up a massive $84,000 bill. See how much each MP has spent so far.
When he’s not chasing after a professional racing seat in the world’s best motorsport teams, this F3 teen is training young drivers how to avoid a crash. Read why.
Residents demanding action to upgrade a road they say is dangerous and damages their vehicles have had hopes for an upgrade dashed. Read why the council said no to the petition.
A men’s advocate, a promising student and an ambulance volunteer are among those who ‘reflected the diversity and sense of pride that made the Mackay region such a wonderful place’. Read why they won.
Mackay was humming with activity with competitions ranging from classic thong-throwing to the most ‘unloved’ tractor. See the 100+ photos here.
Australia’s next Hugh Jackman was one of 29 picked for the cast of Matilda in Sydney and now has his sights on Newsies in New York. Read how he plans to get there.
The Great Barrier Reef will receive a whopping $1 billion investment expected to benefit Queenslanders through 64,000 jobs in the next nine years.
More than $5.5m is being spent on Mackay’s flagship redevelopment project which will remain in the city with the successful tender from a proven developer. Read when works are expected to be completed.
A retired rural firefighter, champion bullrider and a 96-year-old bush race weekend are among the major 2022 Isaac Australia Day award winners. Read the full list.
Before taking her citizenship oath on Australia Day, Lydia Labestida spoke proudly about her new home. For one of the country’s newest citizens, ‘it is just like a paradise’. Read why.
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