Revealed: Why seven-level unit and shops project has stalled
The graffiti-worn house is an ugly landmark near a busy Mackay intersection and school but it will remain a while longer as redevelopment plans are pushed back. Read why.
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150+ FACES: Hollywood-style glamour on show at Year 12’s night of nights
The young women looked stunning in their beautiful dresses while the lads put their best dressed foot forward for the Mackay State High School formal celebration. GALLERY
Driver charged following shocking three-vehicle crash
A North Mackay man has been charged following a shocking three-vehicle crash that sent a woman to hospital in a critical condition and damaged a water pump station.
Toddler rushed to hospital after snake bite
A Mackay region girl was rushed to hospital after a snake bite at her house today. DETAILS
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How tropical cyclone Seth will affect Mackay coastline
A category one cyclone will bring strong wind gusts and swells to central Queensland coastlines. Find out how Mackay will be affected.
18 ways to ring in 2022: Your definitive guide to NYE parties
Who else is ready to see the back of 2021? Every new year brings a promise of fresh starts, resolutions and hope – but not without a massive send-off first! Here’s your definitive list of events to celebrate 2022’s start.
100+ faces: Dancing in the rain at inaugural b.social festival
What was meant to be a festival in the field transformed into Mackay’s first ‘boiler room’ warehouse party — but that didn’t stop attendees from enjoying a dance in the rain. See the 100+ faces here.
FULL LIST: Best of Mackay 2021 winners revealed
From where to eat incredible pizza to the best salon to have your hair done and tattooist to ink your skin, this is ultimate list of the Best of Mackay winners for the year – voted by you.
Development boom: Major projects to transform Mackay region
Major progress has been made on traffic pain points while the city’s skyline is set to host a new high rise with these major projects ticked off in 2021. See the list of major pojects here.
50+ faces: Mackay bargain hunters find best Boxing Day sales
Hitting the shops on Boxing Day is as much a tradition as ham on Christmas for some Mackay families who were eager to enjoy the day together while snapping up a bargain. See the 50+ faces here.
Buck on: Pub finds a way to host NYE bullride amid Covid rules
A country pub is putting on a New Year’s Eve bullride catering for both vaccinated and unvaccinated riders amid government vax mandates.
‘It’s always going to be special’: Family’s joy at a Christmas Day baby
A blessed Bakers Creek mum and dad had a welcome Christmas surprise when their fourth daughter decided to come into the world early on Christmas Day. Read the heartwarming story.
Five new Covid-19 cases confirmed at Moranbah mine
Five new Covid-19 cases have been confirmed at a Moranbah mine with the company making the call to reduce employees onsite to only essential and statutory workers.
The Mackay business owner making sure no one dines alone
Roshni Indian has put on a free Christmas feast for the fifth year in a row — but owner Raj Sharma said it’s the hunger for connection and community he aims to quench.
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