
KFC set to close at Moranbah Fair Shopping Centre
KFC is set to close at Moranbah Fair, prompting concerns over local impact and retail choice in the mining town.

Queensland farm outlook steady heading into 2026
Queensland enters 2026 with steady farm conditions as export demand and strong crops offset cost pressure.

Whitsunday students gain new scholarship support
Whitsunday school leavers can now apply for a new NQXT scholarship offering over $25k in support to study full time at JCU.

Planet Fitness to open first Mackay club
Planet Fitness opens its first Mackay club in December, bringing new strength, cardio and spa zones to Northpoint Homemaker Centre.

Giant mud crab numbers remain strong in Queensland
A study of 20,000 mud crabs confirms strong stocks and supports Queensland’s existing harvest rules.

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 to change.

Lincoln Place plans major lifestyle estate for Walkerston downsizers
Lincoln Place has lodged plans for a Walkerston lifestyle estate with a playground, dog park and major clubhouse for local downsizers.

Local talent picked for 2026 Academy of Country Music
Mackay’s Charli Jade heads to Tamworth this January for the 2026 Academy of Country Music Senior Course.

Three Mackay players set for 2026 National Indoor Hockey
Three Mackay juniors have earned places in Queensland’s Indoor U16 Boys Teams and will play in the national titles in January.