
Australia’s own Bocelli returns to Mackay stage
Paul Tabone will perform Bocelli favourites in Mackay, joined by Tom Wakeham, Eve Pratt and Meg McDonald.

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.

Mackay goes blue for Do It For Dolly Day
Mackay locals are going blue for Do It For Dolly Day, supporting services for young people affected by bullying.

Free pilot safety seminar at Whitsunday Airport
Free Airlie Beach seminar will help pilots improve flight decision-making at Whitsunday Airport on 6 May 2026.

Mackay Marina Run nears sell out as registrations hit record high
Mackay Marina Run has record registrations, with the half marathon almost full and nearly 5,000 runners expected.

New plan aims to help Mackay businesses grow
Mackay council endorsed a 26-action plan to help small businesses grow, connect and deal with council more easily.

Ringers Western opens first Mackay store
What’s happening? Ringers Western has opened its first Mackay store at Caneland Central. The brand has taken over the former Australia Post tenancy at the shopping centre. The new store sits opposite the recently opened Rebel sports store. The Australian country clothing brand began on a cattle station in Western Australia’s Kimberley region in 2012. Since then, it has grown into one of the country’s best-known country and western clothing labels. Caneland Central owner Sentinel Property Group said securing the brand was a major win for the centre. Sentinel CEO Warren Ebert said, “This is a tremendous coup for Caneland

Cowgirl with wings heads to Mount Isa Rodeo
Australia’s only female full trick rider will bring horses, stunts and Popcorn the Cowgoose to Mount Isa in August 2026.

Mackay exporters invited to enter state awards
Applications are open for Queensland Export Awards 2026, highlighting export success across regions like Mackay.