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Mackay’s 2025 Australia Day Awards honoured local heroes, celebrating outstanding contributions to community, sports, arts, and inclusion.
What’s Happening? The 2025 Mackay Regional Council Australia Day Awards nominees have been announced, showcasing the exceptional contributions of 102 individuals and groups. These nominees were selected from over 115 nominations received across nine categories, including a new category, the Brenden Borellini Access and Inclusion Achievement Award. Winners will be honoured at a ceremony on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre (MECC). Why It Matters? The Australia Day Awards highlight the dedication, creativity, and service of Mackay region residents and groups who have made a positive impact on their communities. Introducing a new category dedicated to access and inclusion underscores the region’s commitment to recognising diversity and breaking barriers for those with disabilities. Local Impact
What’s happening? Two talented Mackay students, Leo Gorrion and Ebony Wright, have been awarded significant bursaries to support their artistic pursuits. The $3,000 Jack Sturgeon Bursary, sponsored by the Friends of the MECC, will help Leo pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production) at the University of Melbourne. Ebony Wright, the recipient of the $3,000 Artspace Mackay Foundation Bursary, is studying a Bachelor of Visual Art at Griffith University. Why it matters? These bursaries are crucial in supporting young, aspiring artists, particularly as tertiary education costs continue to rise. By providing financial assistance, these initiatives encourage students to follow their passions and contribute to the local arts scene. Local Impact The impact of these bursaries extends beyond individual recognition. By
Celebrate Mackay’s heritage with Chinese New Year festivities, lanterns, and art on River Street, January 29 – February 12, 2025.
Nominations are open until January 5, 2025, for Mackay’s Australia Day Awards. Celebrate local heroes, with a new Brenden Borellini Access and Inclusion Award introduced this year.
Mackay Council’s Australia Day 2025 grants offer up to $1000 for community events on 26 Jan. Apply by 24 Nov.
Explore the 2024 Mackay Region Economic Profile, highlighting the region’s population, workforce, industries, housing, tourism, and more.
Mackay Stadium secures renewed sponsorship from BB Print, boosting council’s plans for expansion and enhancing its role in regional sports.
Mackay’s 2025 Australia Day Awards honoured local heroes, celebrating outstanding contributions to community, sports, arts, and inclusion.
What’s Happening? The 2025 Mackay Regional Council Australia Day Awards nominees have been announced, showcasing the exceptional contributions of 102 individuals and groups. These nominees were selected from over 115 nominations received across nine categories, including a new category, the Brenden Borellini Access and Inclusion Achievement Award. Winners will be honoured at a ceremony on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre (MECC). Why It Matters? The Australia Day Awards highlight the dedication, creativity, and service of Mackay region residents and groups who have made a positive impact on their communities. Introducing a new category dedicated
What’s happening? Two talented Mackay students, Leo Gorrion and Ebony Wright, have been awarded significant bursaries to support their artistic pursuits. The $3,000 Jack Sturgeon Bursary, sponsored by the Friends of the MECC, will help Leo pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production) at the University of Melbourne. Ebony Wright, the recipient of the $3,000 Artspace Mackay Foundation Bursary, is studying a Bachelor of Visual Art at Griffith University. Why it matters? These bursaries are crucial in supporting young, aspiring artists, particularly as tertiary education costs continue to rise. By providing financial assistance, these initiatives encourage students to follow their
Celebrate Mackay’s heritage with Chinese New Year festivities, lanterns, and art on River Street, January 29 – February 12, 2025.
Nominations are open until January 5, 2025, for Mackay’s Australia Day Awards. Celebrate local heroes, with a new Brenden Borellini Access and Inclusion Award introduced this year.
Mackay Council’s Australia Day 2025 grants offer up to $1000 for community events on 26 Jan. Apply by 24 Nov.
Explore the 2024 Mackay Region Economic Profile, highlighting the region’s population, workforce, industries, housing, tourism, and more.
Mackay Stadium secures renewed sponsorship from BB Print, boosting council’s plans for expansion and enhancing its role in regional sports.
Mackay’s 2025 Australia Day Awards honoured local heroes, celebrating outstanding contributions to community, sports, arts, and inclusion.
What’s Happening? The 2025 Mackay Regional Council Australia Day Awards nominees have been announced, showcasing the exceptional contributions of 102 individuals and groups. These nominees were selected from over 115 nominations received across nine categories, including a new category, the Brenden Borellini Access and Inclusion Achievement Award. Winners will be honoured at a ceremony on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre (MECC). Why It Matters? The Australia Day Awards highlight the dedication, creativity, and service of Mackay region residents and groups who have made a positive impact on their communities. Introducing a new category dedicated
What’s happening? Two talented Mackay students, Leo Gorrion and Ebony Wright, have been awarded significant bursaries to support their artistic pursuits. The $3,000 Jack Sturgeon Bursary, sponsored by the Friends of the MECC, will help Leo pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production) at the University of Melbourne. Ebony Wright, the recipient of the $3,000 Artspace Mackay Foundation Bursary, is studying a Bachelor of Visual Art at Griffith University. Why it matters? These bursaries are crucial in supporting young, aspiring artists, particularly as tertiary education costs continue to rise. By providing financial assistance, these initiatives encourage students to follow their
Celebrate Mackay’s heritage with Chinese New Year festivities, lanterns, and art on River Street, January 29 – February 12, 2025.
Nominations are open until January 5, 2025, for Mackay’s Australia Day Awards. Celebrate local heroes, with a new Brenden Borellini Access and Inclusion Award introduced this year.
Mackay Council’s Australia Day 2025 grants offer up to $1000 for community events on 26 Jan. Apply by 24 Nov.
Explore the 2024 Mackay Region Economic Profile, highlighting the region’s population, workforce, industries, housing, tourism, and more.
Mackay Stadium secures renewed sponsorship from BB Print, boosting council’s plans for expansion and enhancing its role in regional sports.
