
Nominations now open for Mackay’s 2025 Australia Day Awards
Nominations are open until January 5, 2025, for Mackay’s Australia Day Awards. Celebrate local heroes, with a new Brenden Borellini Access and Inclusion Award introduced this year.
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Nominations are open until January 5, 2025, for Mackay’s Australia Day Awards. Celebrate local heroes, with a new Brenden Borellini Access and Inclusion Award introduced this year.

Top Australian athletes return to Little Athletics Centres nationwide for Coles Community Round, inspiring young athletes with tips, games, and new equipment donations.

Discover Dementia Australia’s free support sessions in Mackay region from 18-22 November. Gain insights, practical tips, and resources for carers, families, and those living with dementia.

Join National Rural Health Month it spotlight the triumphs and challenges in rural healthcare. Follow #NationalRuralHealthMonth for stories that inspire change and celebrate the strength of our rural communities.

This November, Dance Express Mackay marks 20 years of fostering talent and community under Karen Bishop’s guidance, offering dance from 18 months to senior levels.

Mackay Council’s Australia Day 2025 grants offer up to $1000 for community events on 26 Jan. Apply by 24 Nov.

Mater Private Hospital Mackay’s midwife, Sarah Fordyce, was honoured with the Mater Early Career Excellence Award for her leadership and dedication.

The 2024 Regional Telecommunications Review, led by Hon Alannah MacTiernan, sets a record with 3,404 submissions focused on bridging rural connectivity gaps.

Explore the 2024 Mackay Region Economic Profile, highlighting the region’s population, workforce, industries, housing, tourism, and more.

What’s happening? Carl Morton has officially stepped into the role of CEO at Mackay Sugar, Australia’s second-largest sugar producer, following his promotion from General Manager Operations. Morton succeeds Jannik Olejas, who will return to Denmark in January 2025 to become Managing Director. Why it Matters? Mackay Sugar plays a crucial role in the regional economy and community, and Morton’s leadership is key to driving the company’s future growth. With backing from both the Board of Directors and majority shareholder, Nordzucker Group, Morton is tasked with delivering a multi-year investment program and advancing the company’s sustainability goals. By the Numbers – Mackay Sugar: Australia’s second-largest sugar producer – CEO Transition: Effective October 24, 2024 – Nordzucker Group: Majority shareholder since 2019

Nominations are open until January 5, 2025, for Mackay’s Australia Day Awards. Celebrate local heroes, with a new Brenden Borellini Access and Inclusion Award introduced this year.

Top Australian athletes return to Little Athletics Centres nationwide for Coles Community Round, inspiring young athletes with tips, games, and new equipment donations.

Discover Dementia Australia’s free support sessions in Mackay region from 18-22 November. Gain insights, practical tips, and resources for carers, families, and those living with dementia.

Join National Rural Health Month it spotlight the triumphs and challenges in rural healthcare. Follow #NationalRuralHealthMonth for stories that inspire change and celebrate the strength of our rural communities.

This November, Dance Express Mackay marks 20 years of fostering talent and community under Karen Bishop’s guidance, offering dance from 18 months to senior levels.

Mackay Council’s Australia Day 2025 grants offer up to $1000 for community events on 26 Jan. Apply by 24 Nov.

Mater Private Hospital Mackay’s midwife, Sarah Fordyce, was honoured with the Mater Early Career Excellence Award for her leadership and dedication.

The 2024 Regional Telecommunications Review, led by Hon Alannah MacTiernan, sets a record with 3,404 submissions focused on bridging rural connectivity gaps.

Explore the 2024 Mackay Region Economic Profile, highlighting the region’s population, workforce, industries, housing, tourism, and more.

What’s happening? Carl Morton has officially stepped into the role of CEO at Mackay Sugar, Australia’s second-largest sugar producer, following his promotion from General Manager Operations. Morton succeeds Jannik Olejas, who will return to Denmark in January 2025 to become Managing Director. Why it Matters? Mackay Sugar plays a crucial role in the regional economy and community, and Morton’s leadership is key to driving the company’s future growth. With backing from both the Board of Directors and majority shareholder, Nordzucker Group, Morton is tasked with delivering a multi-year investment program and advancing the company’s sustainability goals. By the Numbers –

Nominations are open until January 5, 2025, for Mackay’s Australia Day Awards. Celebrate local heroes, with a new Brenden Borellini Access and Inclusion Award introduced this year.

Top Australian athletes return to Little Athletics Centres nationwide for Coles Community Round, inspiring young athletes with tips, games, and new equipment donations.

Discover Dementia Australia’s free support sessions in Mackay region from 18-22 November. Gain insights, practical tips, and resources for carers, families, and those living with dementia.

Join National Rural Health Month it spotlight the triumphs and challenges in rural healthcare. Follow #NationalRuralHealthMonth for stories that inspire change and celebrate the strength of our rural communities.

This November, Dance Express Mackay marks 20 years of fostering talent and community under Karen Bishop’s guidance, offering dance from 18 months to senior levels.

Mackay Council’s Australia Day 2025 grants offer up to $1000 for community events on 26 Jan. Apply by 24 Nov.

Mater Private Hospital Mackay’s midwife, Sarah Fordyce, was honoured with the Mater Early Career Excellence Award for her leadership and dedication.

The 2024 Regional Telecommunications Review, led by Hon Alannah MacTiernan, sets a record with 3,404 submissions focused on bridging rural connectivity gaps.

Explore the 2024 Mackay Region Economic Profile, highlighting the region’s population, workforce, industries, housing, tourism, and more.

What’s happening? Carl Morton has officially stepped into the role of CEO at Mackay Sugar, Australia’s second-largest sugar producer, following his promotion from General Manager Operations. Morton succeeds Jannik Olejas, who will return to Denmark in January 2025 to become Managing Director. Why it Matters? Mackay Sugar plays a crucial role in the regional economy and community, and Morton’s leadership is key to driving the company’s future growth. With backing from both the Board of Directors and majority shareholder, Nordzucker Group, Morton is tasked with delivering a multi-year investment program and advancing the company’s sustainability goals. By the Numbers –