Double transplant gives Mackay man second chance
After years on dialysis, Mackay man Tristram Creek says a double organ transplant gave him life back.
Mackay sets investment priorities for future growth
What’s Happening? Mackay Regional Council has adopted its “Building our future – Powered for growth” advocacy campaign. The campaign was adopted at the council’s Ordinary Meeting on Wednesday, 27 May 2026. Council said the campaign makes the case for targeted State and Federal Government investment. It focuses on projects that could support Mackay’s next phase of growth. Mayor Greg Williamson said Mackay was not waiting for growth to begin. “Mackay is already one of Queensland’s strongest regional economies and this campaign is about building on that momentum,” Mayor Williamson said. “We are not asking governments to start our growth –
First concrete pour marks progress at Port of Mackay
Port of Mackay Container Depot has reached its first concrete pour as construction moves ahead for late 2026.
Breakaway Horse Riders Mackay raises $50k for cancer research
Graham Stabler’s 20-year cancer fight inspired Mackay riders to raise about $50,000 for bowel cancer.
Three day Mackay Expo begins May 22
Mackay Showgrounds will host the Outdoor Adventure plus Home and Lifestyle Expo from May 22 to 24.
Mackay backyards key to protecting native bees
Council is asking Mackay residents to remove African tulip tree saplings to protect native stingless bees.
Mackay’s Phil Smith wins Queensland New Volunteer Award
Phil Smith has won the Queensland New Volunteer Award for his Ride In Shorts For Leah awareness campaign.
Last minute ticket changes Mackay couple’s life
A Mackay couple bought a late weekend ticket and now plan to pay their mortgage, renovate and travel.
Queenslanders urged to honour local legends
Queenslanders are being urged to nominate local legends before the 2026 QLD Day Awards close on Monday, May 18.
