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Mackay

Aug 20, 2026

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Mackay builders go independent after 20 years

After 20 years and more than 400 Mackay homes, Anthony and Lynelle Wolff launched ARW Homes as an independent business.

Mackay and Whitsunday builders celebrated at Regional Building Awards

Regional builders earned top honours for standout homes, tourism projects and skilled work across Mackay and Whitsunday.

Mackay audit flags suspected illegal work

A Mackay audit found suspected unlicensed contracting and signage breaches across active construction sites locally.

Powerlink and Defence join forces to protect critical infrastructure

Powerlink joined Defence and government agencies to test security responses near Gladstone and Cairns last month.

$10 scratch ticket wins Mackay dad $250k

A stunned Mackay father drove to Brisbane to claim a $250,000 scratch ticket prize after his family confirmed the win.

Mackay builders go independent after 20 years

After 20 years and more than 400 Mackay homes, Anthony and Lynelle Wolff launched ARW

Mackay audit flags suspected illegal work

A Mackay audit found suspected unlicensed contracting and signage breaches across active construction sites locally.

Mackay ranks sixth among Australia’s leading start-up cities

Mackay has climbed to sixth nationally for start-ups, with its strong workforce helping improve the

Sugar Code Consultation expands across Queensland

Mackay sugar representatives will have a direct say as federal consultations continue across Queensland in

Queensland cane growers face tough season

Queensland cane growers face low prices, higher costs, mill disruption and tighter paraquat rules this

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North Queensland stories come to life in Mackay

Mackay audiences can help shape two new regional plays during Shared Ground’s public reading on Friday, 24 July.

Rainbow Revival brings pride to Mackay

Feros Care’s Belonging in Rainbows project brings Pride events, youth support and community connection to Mackay.

Mackay holds steady as Queensland’s busiest business route

Mackay remains Queensland’s busiest regional business route as corporate travel lifts across Rockhampton and Townsville.

First Nations woman finds strength and new career path

First Nations woman Allira Brown begins a new health career after hardship with help from IntoJobs and her strong drive

Bupa Dental Mackay opens new clinic for local care

Bupa Dental Mackay is now open, bringing easier access to care and new cost saving options for residents across the

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Sports vouchers support 9,368 local children

More than 9,368 local children used Play On vouchers in year one, helping families cover organised sport costs.

Pedal Prix speeds through Queensland

Mackay hosted Queensland Pedal Prix teams this month as students raced, built skills and tested their ideas on track.

Hamilton Island Race Week tickets open

Tickets are open for Hamilton Island Race Week 2026, with sailing, dining and Whitsundays events set for August.

Mackay couple to open city’s first sports card store

Sugar City Sports Cards will give Mackay collectors a local place to buy, trade and connect from 13 June.

Mackay mums shaping a new wave of sport

Young staff at X-Golf Mackay show how local mums help shape confidence, sport goals and work skills this Mother’s Day.

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Mackay builders go independent after 20 years

After 20 years and more than 400 Mackay homes, Anthony and Lynelle Wolff launched ARW Homes as an independent business.

Mackay audit flags suspected illegal work

A Mackay audit found suspected unlicensed contracting and signage breaches across active construction sites locally.

Mackay ranks sixth among Australia’s leading start-up cities

Mackay has climbed to sixth nationally for start-ups, with its strong workforce helping improve the city’s 2026 ranking.

Sugar Code Consultation expands across Queensland

Mackay sugar representatives will have a direct say as federal consultations continue across Queensland in August.

Queensland cane growers face tough season

Queensland cane growers face low prices, higher costs, mill disruption and tighter paraquat rules this season.

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