‘Unsuitable’: Police station from 1930s up for overdue redevelopment
A regional town’s cop shop was built in the 1930s, but a long overdue redevelopment is now on the cards nearly a century later.
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REVEALED: Top Mackay and Whitsundays developments to watch in 2024
From new fast food drive-throughs to massive state renewable energy projects, these are some of the proposed developments in Mackay and the Whitsundays you should take notice of.
‘Developers will bypass Mackay’: Council clash over discounts
Developers who are planning to invest millions into Mackay will still be entitled to council discounts ahead of a local election next year.
Shops, houses and tourists: New beachfront suburb set to go
After almost 10 years of planning, an ambitious development and tourism project is getting closer.
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Cheaper housing in Mackay, Whitsunday, Isaac driving strong demand
Housing demand prices in the Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday regions is fuelling rising prices in defiance of rising interest rates — for now. Read the latest on the market.
New Farleigh Ampol station hits market as opening date nears
Expressions of interest are being sought for operators of a new car and truck petrol station at Farleigh. Read more about the project here.
Mackay KFC plans major makeover and expansion
A popular KFC submitted plans for a major refurbishment with a drive-thru expansion, new colour scheme, and ‘squashed bucket’ logo. See how it will change and the concept art for yourself.
‘Stacked against us’: Firefighter relives Toys R Us inferno
Toxic black smoke was seen billowing from a building in a Mackay shopping complex as an aggressive fire ripped through three businesses. Ten years on, no one has ever been held criminally responsible. VIDEO
Why homeowners must pay $200K to demolish a third of their property
A North Qld property owner with ocean views claims they never would have bought their home if they knew it would face a wrecking ball. Read why their pleas have been rejected.
Taco-bout town: Mackay’s first GYG location revealed
The popular Mexican food chain has spilled the beans about its plans for a drive-through as its north Queensland expansion continues. Find out where Mackay’s first Guzman y Gomez is proposed here.
‘We love our food’: Italian agritourism expands in coastal Qld
A family farm is combining Italian flavours and Australian crops into an ‘agriturismo’ experience just half an hour from the airport. If you like fresh pasta or Byron Bay’s famous The Farm, read more here.
‘A scary percentage’: How family plans to combat rising power costs
A Mackay family is considering spending big bucks on energy backups now as the price of power is tipped to rise more than 50 per cent by 2024.
Brace yourself: Mackay orthodontist’s bold proposed clinic
The application includes a renovated clinic to cater for rural oral health complete with two new units for travelling patients or medical staff. See the designs here.
Property tycoon snaps up $8M hotel in coal mining country
An investment firm currently negotiating to buy a $300m shopping centre is tightening its grip on the Queensland property market by adding another major asset to its collection.
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