Revealed: Why Whitsundays mega resort faces two-year setback
There could be yet another delay to a major oceanside resort precinct near Airlie Beach that received preliminarily approval almost two decades ago. Here’s why.
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‘$100k a year’: Rural rates pain hitting Qld farmers
There are new fears Queensland graziers are reaching breaking point with revelations some are being charged more than $100,000 annually in rural rates from their local council.
Council approves adult store promising ‘fast, discreet delivery’ to your door
A female tattooist is turning a historic building into a brick-and-mortar shop front for Queensland’s newest adult store that will offer 24-hour pick-up.
FIRST LOOK: New $30m luxury hotel, restaurant coming to Whitsundays
The island hotel boasts rooms overlooking the Coral Sea, a barside pool booming with cabanas, and a restaurant with alfresco dining by the ocean. See the designs.
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REVEALED: $50m+ change of guard for three beloved Mackay pubs
Three Mackay pubs are for sale including one that had a zoo, a century-old hotel named after a lucky symbol, and a tavern built on the site of an old drive-in movie theatre. DETAILS
How granny flats could help solve the housing crisis
A growing demographic of people can’t afford housing despite having good jobs, but a new social enterprise has a plan for how the humble granny flat could help.
Real winner in Musk vs. Zuckerberg title fight
It’s the fight everyone is talking about. And while the world waits to see if it happens, take a look inside what may give Elon Musk or Mark Zuckerberg an edge in the ring.
$34m luxe mansion: Noosa’s most expensive homes and who owns them
The rich and famous aren’t afraid to splash cash in Noosa, as evidenced by the eye-watering prices the region’s 15 most expensive homes have fetched. See who sold and who owns them.
FULL LIST: Every winner at 2023 Mackay Whitsunday building awards
The best of the best in building and construction were celebrated at a night showcasing their expert craftsmanship and stylish detail. SEE THE PICTURES
GALLERY: Mackay Whitsunday Housing and Construction Awards 2023
From much-needed community facilities to beautiful homes, the Master Builders Mackay and Whitsunday 2023 housing and construction awards recognised the best in the business.
Legendary bushman sells iconic hinterland camp after three decades
A beloved rainforest getaway is in new hands, three decades after its larrikin founder stopped his wanderings to build a home in the gorgeous Pioneer Valley.
‘Flying drones’: Council draws line in sand on short term accommodation
Residents fighting plans for a Whitsundays property being turned into short term accommodation cited fears tourists’ drones would be flying over their kids on trampolines.
Beachside resort rights selling for less than a Brisbane city home
Selling for less than a Brisbane inner city house, the letting rights to this beachfront resort, its restaurant, and its heart-shaped spa could tempt anyone thinking about a sea change.
Photo editing fail reveals home selling tricks
Greener grass, bluer skies, less mould on the roof — an Aussie home listing’s photoshop fail has revealed the tricks used to entice people to buy.
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