Biosecurity Boost Grants open for innovation and education
Queensland has opened round 2 of the Biosecurity Boost Grants, backing education, innovation, and preparedness projects.
Mackay landmark joins Feeding Tube Awareness Week light up
Mackay’s Sir Albert Abbott Administration Building will glow purple and blue for Feeding Tube Awareness Week 2026.
Summer mozzie warning as virus risk rises
Warmer summer weather is raising Ross River Virus risk, with Mackay named among Queensland’s higher-risk coastal regions.
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.
