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Dylan and Sarah Wedel secured 45ha near Mackay through a QRIDA First Start Loan and are working to grow their cane business.
Indigenous-led land project created jobs, restored 375ha, and cut reef sediment by 11 tonnes each year in Central QLD.
With Sam Thaiday as ambassador, Indigenous Rodeo 2025 shines a light on young talent, culture, and community pride.
Ride in Shorts for Leah auction raises funds to fight deadly asbestos risks, Mackay heroes honour Leah Smith’s legacy.
Humpbacks migrate past Mackay through the Whitsundays June–November, offering views of breaches and calves at play.
Australia’s first orbital rocket is targeting NET July 1 for launch from Bowen after a pre-flight fix and system review.
The Postie Bike Safari kicks off 30 August in Mackay, raising funds for regional families dealing with childhood cancer treatment.
What’s happening? Students from Mackay and surrounding towns are stepping out of their regular classrooms and into one of Queensland’s most prestigious youth programs—QUT’s Future You Summit. Running from 1 to 4 July in Brisbane, the summit brings together more than 340 of the state’s brightest Year 11 and 12 students for a transformative, career-building university experience. Attendees check into Somerville House on 30 June for orientation before taking part in workshops, industry panels, and campus life activities across QUT’s Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove sites. Why it matters For regional students, experiences like this bridge the gap between aspiration and opportunity. Through project-based learning and early mentorship, the summit fosters leadership, confidence and direction for life beyond high school.
From 1 July, Boating community must follow updated lifejacket laws or risk $333 fines for non-compliance on local waters.
Mount Isa Mines Rodeo 2025 adds two local events, increases prize money, and brings back crowd favourites for 8–10 August.
Dylan and Sarah Wedel secured 45ha near Mackay through a QRIDA First Start Loan and are working to grow their cane business.
Indigenous-led land project created jobs, restored 375ha, and cut reef sediment by 11 tonnes each year in Central QLD.
With Sam Thaiday as ambassador, Indigenous Rodeo 2025 shines a light on young talent, culture, and community pride.
Ride in Shorts for Leah auction raises funds to fight deadly asbestos risks, Mackay heroes honour Leah Smith’s legacy.
Humpbacks migrate past Mackay through the Whitsundays June–November, offering views of breaches and calves at play.
Australia’s first orbital rocket is targeting NET July 1 for launch from Bowen after a pre-flight fix and system review.
The Postie Bike Safari kicks off 30 August in Mackay, raising funds for regional families dealing with childhood cancer treatment.
What’s happening? Students from Mackay and surrounding towns are stepping out of their regular classrooms and into one of Queensland’s most prestigious youth programs—QUT’s Future You Summit. Running from 1 to 4 July in Brisbane, the summit brings together more than 340 of the state’s brightest Year 11 and 12 students for a transformative, career-building university experience. Attendees check into Somerville House on 30 June for orientation before taking part in workshops, industry panels, and campus life activities across QUT’s Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove sites. Why it matters For regional students, experiences like this bridge the gap between aspiration
From 1 July, Boating community must follow updated lifejacket laws or risk $333 fines for non-compliance on local waters.
Mount Isa Mines Rodeo 2025 adds two local events, increases prize money, and brings back crowd favourites for 8–10 August.
Dylan and Sarah Wedel secured 45ha near Mackay through a QRIDA First Start Loan and are working to grow their cane business.
Indigenous-led land project created jobs, restored 375ha, and cut reef sediment by 11 tonnes each year in Central QLD.
With Sam Thaiday as ambassador, Indigenous Rodeo 2025 shines a light on young talent, culture, and community pride.
Ride in Shorts for Leah auction raises funds to fight deadly asbestos risks, Mackay heroes honour Leah Smith’s legacy.
Humpbacks migrate past Mackay through the Whitsundays June–November, offering views of breaches and calves at play.
Australia’s first orbital rocket is targeting NET July 1 for launch from Bowen after a pre-flight fix and system review.
The Postie Bike Safari kicks off 30 August in Mackay, raising funds for regional families dealing with childhood cancer treatment.
What’s happening? Students from Mackay and surrounding towns are stepping out of their regular classrooms and into one of Queensland’s most prestigious youth programs—QUT’s Future You Summit. Running from 1 to 4 July in Brisbane, the summit brings together more than 340 of the state’s brightest Year 11 and 12 students for a transformative, career-building university experience. Attendees check into Somerville House on 30 June for orientation before taking part in workshops, industry panels, and campus life activities across QUT’s Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove sites. Why it matters For regional students, experiences like this bridge the gap between aspiration
From 1 July, Boating community must follow updated lifejacket laws or risk $333 fines for non-compliance on local waters.
Mount Isa Mines Rodeo 2025 adds two local events, increases prize money, and brings back crowd favourites for 8–10 August.
