‘Get it right’: Mayor calls for leadership in mining town struggle
The future of a Bowen Basin community once again hangs in the balance after QCoal’s workforce move is delayed to 2026, prompting calls for action from the region’s former mayor.
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$41m precinct set to power Bowen Basin’s future
The Bowen Basin is set for a future of innovation and jobs with work underway on a $41m industrial precinct aimed at training, tech, and next-gen industries.
‘It feels amazing’: Local bus driver recognised
A dedicated local bus driver has been recognised for the second time with the community now able to vote for the best driver of the year.
Boy flown to Townsville after hit by car
A young Mackay boy was flown to Townsville overnight after receiving life-threatening injuries when he was hit by a car. LATEST.
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Worst Queensland areas for mortgage arrears
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Deadly disease spreads, two killed in Qld city
A potentially fatal bacterial disease has taken two new lives in Queensland, following a surge of deaths in the north.
Government refuses to guarantee $1.4bn Mackay road project
After the Qld government revealed the cost of a major road project had ballooned out by $1bn, it wouldn’t commit to building it.
Dad hit stepdaughter with pipe after snapping over chicken
A Queensland father who lost his temper after ongoing bad behaviour was warned the bizarre reason he snapped doesn’t justify assaulting a child.
Crucial charity desperate for help to feed elderly
They cook and deliver meals to those who need them most — but they’ve been getting by with 14 less people than what they need.
‘Sparkling inside and out’: Drag queen teaches how to bedazzle
A drag queen is heading on ‘fabulous’ tour teaching rhinestoning as part of a show across regional Queensland.
Dams at capacity, more rain coming
Dams are starting to release water as capacity reached and heavy rainfall is expected for parts of the Mackay coast.
Pool safety whistleblower has eyes on tender
A lifeguard trainer who raised safety concerns at a council-owned pool for kids is aiming to win the contract himself, as more complaints come to light.
Painting, photography, silversmithing workshops coming to Whitsunday
Two Whitsundays organisations have combined efforts to bring art back to underserved communities, with local and professional artists offering ‘almost free’ workshops.
Woman rushed to hospital after Peak Downs ute crash
A woman in her 40s has been taken to hospital after her ute collided with guard rails on the Peak Downs Highway.
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