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Novel Coronavirus advice
Mackay Regional Council and the Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) are closely monitoring the evolving Novel Coronavirus situation.
Published: 01 Apr 2020
Illegal dumping spiked in January
This year council recorded the highest January on record for illegal dumping in the region.
Published: 01 Apr 2020
Outdoor recreation facilities temporarily closed
Following the latest Australian Government COVID-19 directive, council wishes to advise the closure of all skate parks, outdoor gyms and playgrounds across the region until further notice.
Published: 30 Mar 2020
Stage one of Coronavirus business support measures announced
Mackay Regional Council has detailed stage one of business support measures to help assist those impacted by the escalating Coronavirus crisis.
Published: 27 Mar 2020
Pioneer River’s new fishing pier complete
The Hospital Bridge fishing pier is now open to the public.
Published: 26 Mar 2020
Operations suspended at council facilities
Operations are being suspended at council’s regional libraries, pools and Bluewater
Lagoon to meet the latest social distancing directive relating to gatherings.
Published: 25 Mar 2020
#wepledgelocal campaign to support local business in Mackay Isaac Whitsunday
Greater Whitsunday Alliance (GW3) has launched a community activation campaign #wepledgelocal designed to encourage the community of Mackay Isaac Whitsunday to love their local business and keep supporting them however they can.
Published: 23 Mar 2020
Wild dog sightings on the rise
Reports of wild dog sightings have increased as mating season begins.
Published: 20 Mar 2020
Council facilities suspend public programs
All public programs at Mackay Regional Council’s facilities have been temporarily suspended until April 30.
Published: 19 Mar 2020
MECC suspends operations after inside gatherings directive
Operations at the MECC have been suspended following today’s government Coronavirus directive relating to inside gatherings.
Published: 18 Mar 2020
Encouraging residents to drive under the radar
A speed monitoring device will be set up to slow down traffic following safety concerns along a street with a school zone.
Published: 17 Mar 2020
Volunteer Expo stallholder EOIs open
Does your volunteer organisation want to increase its people power?
Published: 13 Mar 2020
Round three grants now open for arts and cultural activities
The final round of this financial years’ Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) grants is now open with $58,000 up for grabs.
Published: 12 Mar 2020
Gordon White refurbishment project
As part of the Gordon White Library refurbishment project, works will cause minor disruption to residents during the next month.
Published: 09 Mar 2020
Champion of country women recognised
For more than 30 years Lyn Hackett has volunteered at trivia nights, sausage sizzles, cent sales and raffles.
Published: 09 Mar 2020
Libraries sell off excess books for a dollar
Residents will be able buy a bag of books for less than the price of a large coffee at Mackay Regional Council Libraries’ mega book sale.
Published: 09 Mar 2020
Emerging young artist awarded bursary
A PROUD Yuwibara man of the Mackay region, who has twice been a featured mural artist at the Queensland State Library, is this years’ “Hands On” Bursary recipient.
Published: 06 Mar 2020
Libraries launch lightning author talks
Mackay Regional Council Libraries are connecting authors with readers in a series of lightning meet and greets coming to local branches.
Published: 05 Mar 2020
Top 10 things to do around the region
There’s plenty to do around the region this week.
Published: 04 Mar 2020
Women share inspirational stories
Would you like to be inspired on your lunch break tomorrow (Wednesday, March 4)?
Published: 03 Mar 2020
Palm cleaning in City Centre
Council staff will begin scheduled maintenance of palm trees in the City Centre this Saturday (March 7).
Published: 03 Mar 2020
Art meets science in new exhibition
Catherine Truman’s art is often inspired by what she sees through her microscope.
Published: 03 Mar 2020
Top 10 things to do around the region
There’s plenty to do around the region…
Published: 26 Feb 2020
Water interruption, North Mackay
Council wishes to remind residents and businesses of an interruption to water supply tomorrow (Wednesday, February 26).
Published: 25 Feb 2020
Mackay water wins international silver
Just one vote was all that separated Mackay and the winner of the best tasting tap water in the world title.
Published: 24 Feb 2020
Target shooting returns to Mt Vince Rifle Range
The first shots since 2017 will be fired at Mt Vince Rifle Range this Sunday (February 23).
Published: 21 Feb 2020
Our top drop vies for international prize
All eyes will be on the small West Virginian town of Berkeley Springs this weekend, as our top drop vies for an international prize.
Published: 20 Feb 2020
Top 10 things to do around the region
There’s plenty to do around the region this week…
Published: 19 Feb 2020
Fast thinkin’ girls go the distance
Meet the Mackay team who have developed a miniature F1 cable car capable of travelling 0-80km/h in under a second.
Published: 19 Feb 2020
Car battery ignites fire in garbage truck
A car battery incorrectly disposed of in a household rubbish bin has ignited a fire in a JJ Richards garbage truck.
Published: 13 Feb 2020
The dance of a lifetime for a young performer
Emmalese Dunn has been performing on stage since she was four years old.
Published: 12 Feb 2020
Free native plant program returns
It's official, residents living in Andergrove, North Mackay and West Mackay love their plants.
Published: 11 Feb 2020
Grants to create iconic attractions
Council's Activate My Place (AMP) placemaking grant program is back for another year, with $30,000 up for grabs.
Published: 10 Feb 2020
Libraries have you covered this Valentine’s Day
Find your perfect match between the sheets (of paper) with Mackay Regional Council Libraries.
Published: 07 Feb 2020
Stay safe online this Library Lovers’ Week
A growing number of Australians are being lured into fake online romances every day.
Published: 07 Feb 2020
Young ambassadors wanted for Japanese sister city tour
Council is offering a chance to visit an Olympic city as part of a scholarship program.
Published: 07 Feb 2020
Super Sarina women to be recognised
Council is looking to recognise amazing women from Sarina, like Dianne Barnett.
Published: 07 Feb 2020
Heritage champions recognised with accolades
The restoration and adaptive re-use of part of an historical building occupied by Gold Empire Tattoo Barber in Wood Street has struck heritage awards gold.
Published: 06 Feb 2020
Sports Expo expands to be biggest yet
This Sunday’s 2020 Optus Sports Expo and Sign-on Day is set to kick goals as the biggest in the popular event’s 10-year history.
Published: 06 Feb 2020
Top 10 things to do around the region
There’s plenty to do around the region…
Published: 05 Feb 2020
Our top drop is set to travel
Australia's best tasting water is on its way to the USA.
Published: 04 Feb 2020
Top 10 things to do around the region
There’s plenty to do around the region…
Published: 29 Jan 2020
Australia Day Award winners honoured
Mackay's Citizen of the Year is a familiar face around the Seaforth community.
Published: 24 Jan 2020
Unearthing the gems that are our female forebears
A Mackay Regional Council Libraries project is unearthing a treasure trove of history about our community’s female ancestors.
Published: 24 Jan 2020
$4000 arts bursary extended
Applications for the $4000 Artspace Mackay Foundation 2020 Hands-On Bursary have been extended until Monday, February 10.
Published: 23 Jan 2020
Library team “appy” about latest development
A new Mackay Regional Council Library service will allow residents to save money with their mobile devices.
Published: 23 Jan 2020
Graeme Connors inspired musical receives funding
A local author, producer and music star are teaming up for Heading North.
Published: 22 Jan 2020
Reusing residents’ waste for local road project
Mackay residents’ recycled glass bottles and jars are not going to waste!
Published: 22 Jan 2020
Top 10 things to do around the region
There is plenty to do around the region this week… Celebrate Australia Day at one of 11 council supported events across the region, from lamington and pie eating competitions to water slides and sailing, drop into Artspace Mackay for the last days of their summer holiday art program and book a seat for a half-day workshop to get your 2020 business digital marketing right.
Published: 22 Jan 2020
Marine debris sculptures explore environmental anxieties
Research by an Australian team of scientists has found that discarded plastics now contaminate the diets of 90 per cent of marine bird species.
Published: 22 Jan 2020
Prevent dengue by cleaning up around the house
Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday region councils are urging residents to protect themselves against dengue after 13 cases were confirmed in Rockhampton last year.
Published: 21 Jan 2020
New play equipment towers high above Northview Park
Council is looking forward to installing some exciting new play equipment at Northview Park in Glenella next month.
Published: 17 Jan 2020
Memorial pool community reference group being formed
Expressions of interest are being sought for a new community reference group to help inform council on redevelopment of facilities at Mackay’s Memorial Swimming Centre.
Published: 10 Jan 2020
Learn the art of filmmaking
Dudley Denny City Library is looking for 10 young people with an interest in filmmaking.
Published: 03 Jan 2020
New pathway to connect City Centre to Mackay Harbour
From Monday (January 6) it’s full steam ahead on construction work for the shared bike and pedestrian pathway that will link Mackay Harbour to the Mackay City Centre.
Published: 02 Jan 2020
Relaxation is the name of the game for Spring Picnic
Nothing says spring like a relaxing picnic on the grass under the shade of a majestic fig tree.
Published: 08 Oct 2019