Top 10 things to do around the region

1) The Beggars Christmas Favourites

Friday, November 29, 11am
MECC Plenary Halls
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, the most wonderful time of the year! Santa Claus is coming, Rudolph’s nose is glowing, and The Beggars are singing everyone’s favourite Christmas songs around the Christmas tree. Come along to the final Morning Melodies performance of 2019.

2) Exhibition Opening

Friday, November 29, 6pm to 8pm  
Artspace Mackay    
Artspace Mackay invite you to the official opening of Losing Home, Finding Home by Mika Nakamura-Mather, to be officially opened by Cr Greg Williamson, Mayor of Mackay Regional Council. Also opening in the Foyer Gallery is Sacred Ink: Connecting to Culture. RSVP: (07) 4961 9722 or artspace@mackay.qld.gov.au. Find out more at https://bit.ly/2QTvKsJ

3) T2A Expo

Friday, November 29, 2.30pm to 5.30pm
Sugar Bowl Skatepark Mackay
Come along for an afternoon of skateboarding, performances, stalls by local support agencies and prizes. Winner of the 2019 T2A Youth Art Exhibition to be announced at the expo! Find out more at https://bit.ly/2OLHBqa

4) Sandy Creek Flood Study Information Session

Saturday, November 30, 11am to 1pm  
North Eton CWA Hall  
Cyclone Debbie ripped through our region in March 2017. This saw flooding that some residents say was the worst they have ever seen. The community provided valuable feedback on the flooding they experienced in Sandy Creek, Rocky Dam Creek and Funnel Creek catchment areas. The information was used to calibrate the models used in the draft flood studies and determine areas where council can improve rainfall and river data collection into the future. Come along to this information session to learn about the findings of the draft flood studies or view them online at https://bit.ly/2ORUSNM

5) Funnel Creek Flood Study Information Session

Sunday, December 1, 11am to 1pm
Sarina Range CWA Hall
Cyclone Debbie ripped through our region in March 2017. This saw flooding that some residents say was the worst they have ever seen. The community provided valuable feedback on the flooding they experienced in Sandy Creek, Rocky Dam Creek and Funnel Creek catchment areas. The information was used to calibrate the models used in the draft flood studies and determine areas where council can improve rainfall and river data collection into the future. Come along to this information session to learn about the findings of the draft flood studies or view them online at https://bit.ly/2ORUSNM

6) Kasey Chambers: The Captain 20th Anniversary Tour

Sunday, December 1, 7.30pm  
MECC Plenary Halls 
Twenty years ago, Kasey Chambers released her ground-breaking debut album ‘The Captain’. It was a pivotal record that remains the cornerstone of her outstanding career. In celebration, Kasey performs a very special concert, sentimentally reforming her original band, playing songs from The Captain album, alongside a “best of her career” set.

7) Everything Disability Under One Roof!

Tuesday, December 3, 9am to 11.30am  
Gordon White Library  
The Disability Expo is a free go-to event that brings together a range of disability services in one fantastic location. Finding everything you need to support a family member with a disability can be difficult. This event will include a variety of services that is sure to open your eyes to new possibilities, new solutions, new services and new opportunities to change your life or the life of a family member. Learn more at https://bit.ly/2QQLlt7

8) Book Launch – Early Morning Inspiration by David Conway

Tuesday, December 3, 10.30am to noon
Artspace Mackay, The Foyer Gallery
Join local artist David Conway on the International Day for People with a Disability as we officially launch his book of original artworks and quotes. David is an artist with a difference. After a sporting accident left him vision impaired and with a spinal injury, he turned to art to help him manage his pain. In the wee hours of the morning when pain keeps sleep at bay, he turns his mind to positive thoughts. Early Morning Inspiration is a compilation of inspiring quotes and artwork that quietly lifts your mood and helps you to see the beauty in the struggles so many of us experience daily. Learn David’s story as he joins Artspace Gallery Director Tracey Heathwood in conversation. Learn more at https://bit.ly/2ONY4tR

9) Greater Whitsunday Farmers’ Market

Wednesday, December 4, 7am to 11am
Bluewater Quay 
Join the Fresh Local Produce Revolution and support our farmers by buying seasonal local produce straight from the farmer. Grab your fruit, vegetables, seafood, honey and coffee under one roof. Find out more at https://bit.ly/37PQnMC

10) 4MK’s Carols in the City

Saturday, December 7, 3pm to 8.30pm
Bluewater Quay
Bring your picnic blanket or deck chair and your singing voice to the Bluewater Quay for 4MK's Carols in the City! Featuring many talented musicians and singers who will ring out festive cheer with popular carols and Christmas songs you know and love. There will also be a Mackay Airport kids’ zone with free activities and plenty of food vendors for the whole family. Make sure to reserve your spot for Christmas carols at 6:30pm. More details at https://bit.ly/2ruSBjw

Reminders:

Australia Day Awards

Applications close January 6, 2020
Mackay Regional Council
Mackay Regional Council Australia Day Awards pay tribute to individuals and groups who have made significant contributions to their local community and/or achieved exceptional results in sporting, or cultural endeavors. Now is the time to nominate someone in our community who deserves to be recognised for their selfless contributions.