Residents of Marlin Court, Andergrove (pictured) were crowned 2022’s Legendary Neighbours. This year, council is encouraging the building of new neighbourhood friendships

paign though, we decided that we’d try a different approach that will encourage the forging of new legendary neighbour relationships.”

To register for one of the 10 Legendary Neighbour boxes, residents need to head to council’s website and answer the question – “why would you like to build relationships with your neighbours?”.

Mayor Greg Williamson said the “Be a Legendary Neighbour” campaign would provide 10 families with Legendary Neighbour boxes, which will include a $75 Sinclair Meats voucher, Legendary Neighbour invites to personalise, cups and plates, and conversation cards to help break the ice.

“In 2022, council received 75 nominations for residents deserving of the title of ‘Mackay’s most Legendary Neighbour’ and that was such a heart-warming result – the stories that came from it were beautiful,” Mayor Williamson said.

“After a few years of running that cam-

Applications close noon, Friday, March 24, and those with the 10 best answers to the above question will be notified on Tuesday, March 28.

Council will also be hosting a series of free “Cuppa with your neighbour” events where you can enjoy a free coffee while networking with other residents in your neighbourhood.

Council’s Community Development offi- cers will be at these events to have a chat and share more information on activities happening in your area.

Cuppa with your neighbour events will be held on:

• Tuesday, March 14, from 8am to 10am at the Seaforth Mango Trees

• Saturday, March 18, from 10am to noon at Sealand Takeaway and Café, Midge Point

• Tuesday, March 21, from 8am to 10am at Beachfront Bar and Restaurant, Bucasia Esplanade

• Thursday, March 23, from 9am to 11am at The Esplanade, Grasstree Beach

• Friday, March 24, from 8.30am to 10.30am at The Pinnacle Whistlestop Coffee Cart

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