Isaac rate rise revealed: How much it will cost you
The council that sits at the beating heart of Queensland’s massive coal industry has delivered its 2023-24 budget. Read how much extra you’ll pay in rates.
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Job cuts on the cards as mining giant stares down Same Job Same Pay
The powerful coal boss said rumours of 1300 job cuts were “inaccurate”, but did not deny the possibility of cuts as the behemoth looks to “future-proof” its business.
Richest and poorest Mackay Whitsunday schools revealed
Mackay’s richest school has raked in more than $105.5 million in five years but its average cost per student is less than a fifth of a Whitsundays’ school. SEE THE FULL BREAKDOWN.
‘Blindsided’: Council enraged over mine minister’s camp tick-off
The long-running saga around QCoal’s proposed mining camp at Byerwen has reached a new pitch of tension, with Isaac council launching broadsides against Resources Minister Scott Stewart.
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New way to connect Mackay Whitsunday brides to their saviours
A new website linking would-be brides and grooms to Mackay, Whitsunday and Pioneer Valley businesses is expected to help the region’s booming wedding industry.
Whitsunday’s best hairdresser gives her team all the credit
In her 11 years in the industry, Whitsunday’s best hairdresser has seen trends come and go, but her motivation has always remained the same.
Massive $1 billion coal mine promises 1000 new jobs
A $1 billion metallurgical coal mine that will unlock new jobs in the Bowen Basin will reach a new milestone today, with construction set to start late next year.
Small SUV which has growing family appeal
Volkswagen’s compact SUV uses impressive genetics to garner further family appeal.
Top bidder declared in sale of shut coal mine
Dipping coal prices sent the mine into voluntary administration shortly after it opened. Now a frontrunner has paid a $250,000 deposit in a bid to reopen it.
Big changes as BHP cash bonanza continues
Behind an avalanche of cash and profits, BHP is undergoing a revision of its strategies and a different mining powerhouse may emerge.
Bowen Basin mine expansion will create 250 new jobs
The mine is forecast to produce up to 2.5 million tonnes per annum of metallurgical coal for up to 10 years, as well as $200 million in royalties.
Timmy’s new bus-tling company to help small local businesses
For Tim Hayes, there is nothing more rewarding than helping small businesses thrive, so when he got the opportunity to deliver them new customers he jumped at it.
CCS jumps half a unit in Prossie Mill’s week four crush
It’s week four of crushing season and Wilmar Sugar’s Proserpine Mill has released its results, showing some favourable conditions in the field.
Two family cars that have the heart of a Lamborghini
While looking different, the Audi RS Q8 and RS 6 Avant are closely related, designed for the speed-loving household
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