Community alerts
Stay connected with our community alerts!
Whether it's disruptions to essential services like water and sewerage, updates on road works and closures, or notifications about facility shutdowns, we keep you informed.
Water Interruptions (2)
| Date |
Time |
Suburb, Street |
Impact |
Reason |
Status |
| Wednesday, August 19 |
6.30am to 3.30pm |
South Mackay, Goldsmith Street between Bridge Road and Rolston Street as well as Hodge Street |
No Water |
Mains repairs |
Emergency |
| Friday, August 21 |
9am to 2pm |
Slade Point, Quail, Bower and Penguin streets |
No water |
Hydrant repairs |
Scheduled |
Sewerage Interruptions
| Date |
Time |
Suburb, Street |
Impact |
Reason |
Status |
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*Cleaning of sewerage mains may increase pressure in the system. Please follow instructions to mitigate risks of overflow as detailed in council's letter to impacted residents.
Council Facilities Closures
| Facility |
From |
To |
Impact |
Reason |
Status |
| Dudley Denny City Library |
Friday, November 14 |
Friday, November 14 |
Closed |
Power upgrade works by Ergon |
Scheduled |
*Subject to change
Aquatic Facilities Closures
For details of other aquatic facilities available in the region, visit - Aquatic facilities
Parks and Playground Closures
| Facility |
From |
To |
Impact |
Reason |
Link |
| Muller Park, 88 Boundary Road, Ooralea |
October, 2024 |
TBA |
Closed |
Renewal |
www.connectingmackay.com.au |
* Weather permitting
To find an alternative playground during the maintenance closure period, please visit www.knowyourburb.com.au.
Bin Collection Interruptions
Northern Beaches changes
- Approximately 1000 properties will have their bin collection date changed from Friday to Tuesday from Tuesday, October 14 (both general waste and recycling bins).
Marian changes
- Approximately 15 properties will change to Monday collection with general waste starting on October 13 and fortnightly recycling starting on October 20.
Residents affected by these changes will have received a letter and sticker on their bin before the change takes place.
Emergency Dashboard
For all other community alerts and notifications, visit the Emergency Dashboard, including:
- Road Closures - Department of Transport and Main Roads
- Power Outages - Ergon
- Weather Warnings - Bureau of Meteorology
Project Hub
Keep up-to-date with current projects in the Mackay region:
- Major projects
- Parks, environment and sustainability
- Transport and drainage infrastructure
- Water and sewerage infrastructure
- Facilities and recreation