
Disaster support package strengthens flood-hit communities
Mackay is included in a major Queensland flood recovery package focused on resilience, clean-up and local recovery support.

Mackay Hospital receives patient amid six CapRescue missions
CapRescue flew six missions in four days, including a patient transported to Mackay Hospital for further treatment.

Applications open for North Queensland Bulk Ports Community Fund
NQBP has opened applications for its 2026-27 Community Fund, backing Mackay and Hay Point community projects.

Medicare Urgent Care Clinic now open in Mackay
Mackay Medicare Urgent Care Clinic opens on Peel Street with walk in bulk billed care and extended hours daily.

Bowen Basin Moranbah Gas Project receives major reserve boost
QPM Energy confirms major Moranbah Gas Project reserve upgrade, strengthening Bowen Basin gas supply outlook.

Free dementia education sessions in Central Highlands
Free dementia education sessions will take place in Emerald, Blackwater and nearby towns from 17 to 19 March.

Mackay Port trade surpasses 2million tonnes
Port of Mackay passes 2.016 million tonnes as grain exports surge and breakbulk cargo doubles early in the 2025–26 year.

Corey Jensen joins Rural Aid as Ambassador
Premiership winner Corey Jensen joins Rural Aid as ambassador supporting farmers and rural communities.

Strong harvest outlook but price pressure for sugar
Strong crops meet weak global prices as cane growers prepare for a key industry review.