$74,000 jackpot still unclaimed
A $74,000 Keno jackpot sold in Mackay is still unclaimed after a month, with locals urged to check their tickets.
New officers start careers in Mackay Whitsunday District
Mackay Northern Beaches and Whitsunday welcome two new constables after QPS graduation, boosting local policing and safety.
Funding and support available in 2026 Rural Women’s Award
Queensland rural women can now apply for the 2026 AgriFutures Award with financial support and development opportunities.
Heath Milner releases Rollin’ after eight years in the making
Heath Milner releases Rollin’, written in Nashville with Boots Ottestad and Jeff Cohen, now performed live across Central Queensland.
Mackay residents urged to donate blood as supplies run low
Mackay has been asked to provide 100 blood and plasma donors this week as Lifeblood works to restore low reserves.
Check your tickets Whitsundays, $2.5 million prize unclaimed
Whitsundays residents are urged to check Lotto tickets after a Bowen newsagent sold a $2.5 million prize still unclaimed.
Groups push for safeguards in QLD bioregional planning
Conservation groups warn Queensland’s bioregional planning needs independent science and stronger protections to save biodiversity.
Rare Bradman baggy green acquired for $438k
One of only 11 Bradman baggy greens has been acquired by the National Museum of Australia for $438,550.
More specialist nurses to support men with prostate cancer
Men with prostate cancer now have specialist nursing support through Icon Cancer Centre and Mackay Base Hospital services.
