Students from all over the region got the op portunity to learn the ropes of sailing last week thanks to the Making Waves Founda tion and the inspirational crew aboard the foun dation’s vessel Kayle. The Making Waves Winds of Joy program is oper ated by a crew of skilled volunteers from Sydney and Newcastle with backgrounds in competitive and casual sailing, facilitating an unforgettable experience for students and people living with physical or intellectual disabilities.
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Students from Mackay District Special School enjoyed a day on the water last week with the inspirational volunteers from the Making Waves Foundation. Photo credit: Sam Gillespie
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Not all heroes wear capes. Saving a life can be as simple as paying attention while driv Whening. we’re behind the wheel, can easily forget that we’re in control of a machine which can easily kill. This road safety week been reminded of the ‘fatal 5’. there are other things we could be doing while driving to reduce the incidence of accidents and frustration caused to other Learningmotorists.how to properly in dicate on a roundabout would be a good start. There’s an unbelievably high propor tion of motorists who incor rectly indicate right when going straight ahead. Check the Queensland Government transport page which states you only need to indicate left when you’re about to exit a roundabout when driving straight ahead. Of course, even more frustrating are those who don’t bother to in dicate at all when turning. The other simple courtesy is to keep left unless overtak ing. In Queensland, it’s only law if the speed limit is sign posted at 90km/hr or above, or if there is a ‘keep left unless overtaking’ sign. However, in many other countries like the UK, drivers will adhere to this rule in all speed zones. When cars are only using right lanes when they need to, to over take, the traffic flows better. There aren’t those blockages caused by that one person who sits in the right lane shadowing the person in the left lane, seemingly oblivious to the large lines of traffic backing up behind them.
Ms Anson reported on the Roy al Sands Community Group page on Facebook that Max (pictured in the white shirt) supplied the net and the group worked together to install the new net onto the hoop.
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Garnering more than 100 ‘likes’ the post was warmly received by the residents of Royal Sands, who praised the children for their proactiveness and team “Wellwork. done kids, please let me know if you need anything else, I will donate,” said Scott Andre Theassen.basketball half court was installed by Mackay Regional Council after consultation with the Northern Beaches commu nity, and is largely thanks to the effort of former Northern Beaches High School student, Daniel McLean. Daniel approached council say ing he plays and referees bas ketball but had to travel into Mackay to practice. Daniel pre pared a petition and went doorto-door to get signatures. The basketball court received 66 per cent of the vote during consul tation and has been a well-used community facility since. Shines Royal Sands 08/2821° 08/2920° 08/3021° 08/3122°
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Taking pride in your community is alive and well in the Northern Beach es subdivision of Royal Sands, where a group of children perfectly captured the essence of The#MackayPride.basketball half court has been a feature of the estate for around six years, but through plen ty of use, the net had de graded and eventually fell off the hoop. A group of children de cided to fix the problem them selves, as captured by resident Brenda-Lee Anson.
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Vietnam Veterans’ Day service at Mirani Phuoc Tuy Province, South Vietnam. May 1971. A section of soldiers from C Company, 2RAR /NZ (ANZAC) (The ANZAC Battalion comprising 2nd Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment and a component from the 1st Battalion, Royal New Zealand Infantry Regiment) taking part in the battalion’s final operation in Vietnam before returning to Australia later in the month. Private Ray Beattie (left) of St Kilda, Victoria and members of the section are spread out to his left. Original description and photo sourced by The Australian War Memorial collection/C319339
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Vietnam Vet. Ray Higgins Ret. (6RAR Mortars 1969 – 1970)
Assistant Minister to the Premier for Veterans’ Affairs Bart Mellish said the Queensland Remembers Grants Program builds on the state government’s extensive investment in the veteran community.
Vietnam Veterans’ Day service at Mirani. Left to Right: Bob England (Vietnam Vet. Navy Ret.), Mayor Greg Williamson (RAAF Ret.) Jan Lindbergs (RAAF Ret.), Mackay RSL President Ken Higgins OAM (Vietnam Vet. 6RAR D Company 1969-1970 Ret.)
Last week, members of the community gathered to remember the sacrifice of those who served during the 10 years of Australia’s involve ment in the Vietnam War. Vietnam Veterans’ Day was originally known as Long Tan Day which commem orates the day in 1966 when the battle of Long Tan was fought by the men of D Company, 6th Battalion, the Royal Austra lian Regiment (6RAR). Vietnam Veterans’ Day was first commem orated in 1969 with the raising of a cross at the battlefield by the men of 6RAR, this has been adopted to cover all veterans who served in the Vietnam War – the longest conflict in Australia’s history. 60,000 Australians served during the de cade of war. Sadly, 521 died and 3,000 were Onwounded.Vietnam Veterans’ Day on August 18, the state government launched the second round of the $4 million Queensland Re members Grants Program, helping ex-service and other not-for-profit organisations to honour Queensland veterans and their “Queenslandersfamilies. continue to demonstrate their commitment to honouring our vet erans and sharing their stories – always turning out in enormous numbers for Anzac Day, Remembrance Day and oth er commemorative events throughout the year,” the Premier said. “The Queensland Remembers Grants Program is an important part of the Queensland Government’s efforts to en sure we appropriately honour the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who have served this country.”
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“Honouring veterans, recognising their extraordinary contributions, and ensuring the continued health and wellbeing of vet erans and their families is important, on going work,” Mr Mellish said. The second round of the Queensland Re members Grants Program is now open for submissions and will close at 5pm on 4 October 2022.
The alliance says the addition to Mackay’s healthcare landscape will increase quality options for the region. The development application has been lodged with Mackay Regional Council at 476 Bridge Rd West Mackay, opposite Mackay Base Hospital. The project would include five operating theatres and the latest in health technology, including space for healthcare services such as X-ray, pathology and pharmacy uses. Plans also include space for a café, and 154 car parking spaces have been included in the lodgement.
Development plans for a new shortstay hospital in Mackay now sit with Mackay Regional Council, in an effort to bolster the region’s healthcare Shortcapacity.Stay Private Hospitals has formed an alliance with ReNew Mackay for a 60-bed facility that aims to complement health care currently servicing the region.
Artist impression of a new 60-bed private hospital planned to be built directly opposite Mackay Base Hospital on Bridge Road. The development plans have been lodged with Mackay Regional Council. Image supplied
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It also states that the proposed hospital does not include an emergency depart ment and that ambulances will only be accessing the site to transfer patients to and from the facility, not under lights and
“This project aims to complement and strengthen the healthcare options avail able to residents in Mackay and the wider region,” Short Stay Private Hospitals Di rector Leith MacMillan said. “We want residents to receive excellent care close to home without having to travel to other parts of the state or “Thiscountry.helps to reduce waitlists, attracts more specialists to the region and improves overall health “Healthoutcomes.technology con tinues to change for the benefit of patients and we would look forward to working with the Mackay Shortcommunity.”StayPrivate Hos pitals is an Austra lian-owned and funded organisation with expe rience in providing in tegrated models to com Plansmunities.submitted to council read that the facility will operate 24 hours per day, seven days a week, however notes that the health care services will likely contain their oper ating hours to normal business hours.
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Mackay’s Craig Percival said the project added to the vision to improve the region’s offerings to residents. “Mackay will grow and attract new eco nomic activity if we continue to boost our essential services,” Mr Percival said. “This healthcare project would be a quality addition to the region. “ReNew Mackay is proud to link with these positive projects and we look for ward to the next steps.”
ReNew Mackay is a locally-led private consortium with global and national suc cess in urban regeneration. Its project partners are companies behind some of Queensland’s iconic buildings, award-win ning architecture, community infrastruc ture and master- planned developments.
Follow their journey, or donate to the Post ie Bike Safari by visiting ccs.org.au/event/postie-bike-safarihttps://fundraise.
Cancer Support is thankful for any money raised and thanks all the riders, organisers, support people and sponsors that have done such an amazing job in raising funds so far.
Childhood Cancer Support is a children’s cancer charity for regional Queensland families who must travel to Brisbane for life-saving cancer treatment. They provide families with free short-term and long-term accommodation as well as transport to and from hospital, emotional and social sup port.
“We keep off the main roads and hit the dirt as much as possible. We have a great team of riders and support members who enjoy the eight days on the road raising money for a well-deserved charity.”
The annual Postie Bike Safari will see over 40 riders cover 1,800 kms over a week-long escapade around regional Queensland.
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So far, the group has raised over $110,000 and Childhood Cancer Support Commit tee Member and Postie Bike Safari partic ipant, Bert Pulman says they are proud to raise funds for such an important charity, with Bert having first-hand experience of the support Childhood Cancer Support “Theoffers.team picked Childhood Cancer Sup port as their charity again this year because they can see the impact their services have by accommodating regional families with children that require treatment for cancer,” says Bert. “I personally have used the facility when my son was receiving treatment in Bris “Childhoodbane.
Postie bikes set off from Mackay last weekend to ride to Bundaberg and back to raise funds for childhood cancer support
Aconvoy of Postie bikes are making their way from Mackay to Bund aberg and back in a bid to raise vital funds for regional families battling childhood cancer.
Along the way they’ll bring gifts and spread awareness about Childhood Can cer Support and the services they offer for regional families who must travel to Bris bane for life-saving cancer treatment.
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A 50-year-old man who resides in Paget has been charged with several offences following an alleged incident at an ad dress on Farrellys Road in Paget at 3:46 pm on August 18. It’s alleged police were called after the man who was in possession of a shotgun and ammunition approached a caravan where a person resided who he was hav ing a disagreement with. Upon the arrival of police it’s further al leged officers talked to the man and lo cated shotgun shells in his pocket and also found a shotgun in his caravan. The 50-year-old man was arrested and has been charged with going armed so as to cause fear, possessing shortened fire arms, unlawful possession of ammuni tion and possessing a drug utensil. Please refer to QP2201402690.
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APPEAL FOR WITNESSES OR DASHCAM FOOTAGE, NORTH MACKAY
Last week, a 39-year-old West Mack ay woman was detected driving at 165kph in a 110kph zoned area on the Bruce Highway South of Mackay. The incident occurred on August 20 at While1:10pm.police were dealing with the driv er, two other motorists stopped and thanked police for their intervention as they had allegedly seen the vehicle being driven at speed earlier. Needless to say, she got a stern lecture from police in relation to the potential consequences of her driving and she was issued with an infringement notice worth $1,653, 8 demerit points and a 6-month licence suspension.
The following items were stolen: - a white coloured electric Minn Kota I Pilot Terranova inboard motor - a black coloured Garmin 7410XSV model fish finder - a Garmin 95SV model fish finder - one fishing rod Anyone who may have information about the current location of the stolen items or the offence itself is encouraged to contact police as soon as possible. Please refer to QP2201410267.
At about 1:15 pm on August 16 at the intersection of Glenpark Street and Malcomson Street in North Mackay, it’s alleged that the driver of a red Hold en commodore sedan has deliberately rammed multiple cars (including a police vehicle) before leaving the area. Police are appealing for any witnesses to this alleged incident, or anyone who may have dashcam footage, to come forward as soon as possible.
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THEFT OF FISHING EQUIPMENT, RURAL VIEW While residents were absent from their home on Eales Road, Rural View be tween August 12 and August 16, an in truder entered a shed and stole fishing equipment and an inboard motor. Entry was gained into the shed by dam aging a padlock.
If you are a frequent user of the River Street boat ramp, enjoy purchasing your fresh riverside seafood or like to take a stroll along the Bluewater Trail near the river mouth, you will need to be aware of a new traffic update along your journey.
The change took place last Sunday (August 21) as part of the new Riverside Develop Trafficment. control will be in place between Carlyle and Burns streets from this time and will remain while upgrade works to River Street are completed. As part of these works, all on-street park ing will be converted to angle parking along the levee wall. Mackay Regional Council asks motorists to follow all site signage in the area.
Historical Society Celebrates 50 Years
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Mr Prichard added that a lot has changed over the years.
Attendees of the Mackay Historical Society’s 50th anniversary lunch. Photo contributed
River Street, between Carlyle and Lawson streets, has permanently changed to a oneway traffic flow in a westerly direction.
A stretch of River Street between Carlyle and Lawson streets, has permanently changed to a one-way traffic flow
The Minutes included names attending such as: Berenice Wright, Frank Rolleston, John Henry ‘Jack’ Williams Junior, John Renton (who had called the meeting to form the society) and Rod Manning. Those attending were then asked to share, if they wanted to, their memories of the so ciety’s long existence. Reminiscing about their time with the society at the function were: Helen Martin, MRC Councilor Law rence Bonaventura and Wayne Miller. Memories from Historical Society mem ber Terry Abbott were also shared at the anniversary lunch. Helen Martin was also to read a list of current and former histor ical society presidents as part of the for malities. Also attending the lunch were: Brian Os born (former MRC Museum’s Coordi nator), Doug Petersen (Local Historian), Dr. Julia Pittman (Reverend of St Paul’s Uniting Church and the Armitage Uniting Church), Ray Braithwaite (former Feder al Member for Dawson and Local Histo rian) and Terry Hayes (Local Historian) amongst others.
The current Mackay Historical Society committee was also in attendance: Jack Armstrong (President), Danielle Jesser (Vice President), Helen Martin (Trea surer), Judy Stewart (Honorary Secretary) and Steven Pritchard (Research and Publicity Officer).
Mr Pritchard said, “It was great to have so many attend our spe cial 50th anniversary lunch.
“We would like to thank everyone who has supported us and been members of our society during the past half a century.
Mackay’s oldest history research group celebrat ed a special milestone last week, with a special lunch attended by more than twenty current and former members, patrons and Thesupporters.Mackay Historical Society’s 50th anniversa ry ticked over on August 10, with the celebratory lunch held on August 14 at Souths Leagues Club. Following the lunch, for malities for the 50th an niversary were conduct ed with historical society member Steven Pritchard opening the proceedings. After being introduced, recently appoint ed Vice President, Danielle Jesser then read a copy of the minutes from the For mation Meeting of the Society which had been held on Thursday, August 10, 1972, at 7.45pm at the since demolished Australian Sugar Producers Association (also known as the ASPA) Board Room in Wood Street (now the site of the Westpac Bank).
“However, the collection of books, maps, newspaper clip pings/supplements and photographs that has been built up by the society over the years is still very much being used, with the requests sent to us and those visiting us, looking for information,” he said.
The societies registrar, member and Local Historian Glen Hall was unable to attend the lunch.
“The fact we are still here today celebrating our 50th anniversa ry is quite an achievement, con sidering the changes that have occurred in accessing historical information compared to fifty years ago.”
“We hope to be still here for many years to come.”
The organisation also has programs that mentor young people to work in the ma rine industries and Ms Veel says there are plenty of examples of the programs start ing a passion for sailing in participants.
“People have gone on to be sailors, also to work with shipwrights, and other aspects of marine work,” she said.
Mackay Regional Council Direc tor Development Services Aletta Nugent said the temporary access, which was not a designated road, was put in place during construc tion works of the Woolworths shopping “Thecomplex.road had become a popular shortcut for Northern Beaches residents between Eimeo Road and Rosewood Drive, where Northern Beaches State High School is lo cated, as well as to access the Woolworths and Coles shopping precincts,” Ms Nugent “Councilsaid. has worked closely with shop ping centre owners, Stockwell, to ensure the work was completed and approved in a timely manner,” she said.
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“It was good to give the kids a go at some thing they wouldn’t normally have a go at, and it was done in such a safe manner,” he “(Conrad)said. didn’t sleep at all last night, he kept talking about the big ‘canoe.’”
Students from Mackay District Special School enjoyed a day on the water last week thanks to the Making Waves Foundation. Photo credit: Sam Gillespie
Ms Veel says two hours on the water can make a world of difference.
Jenelle Whittaker, a classroom teacher at Mackay District Special School, says the experience was executed in an extremely safe “Oftenmanner.thelevel of safety in the things that we do is more suited to the mainstream so sometimes it doesn’t offer the higher sup port needs that our kids need,” Ms Whit taker “Boatssaid.that are set up to cater for kids with a disability are a very rare thing, so that’s “Asfabulous.youcan see, they all had a great time.”
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Kayle and her crew will also make stops at Roslyn Bay, Southport, Brisbane, Coffs Harbour and Newcastle on her way back to Sydney, giving children all up and down the coast the experience of a sailor. To find out more, visit makingwavesfoun dation.com.au.
“What we see with the kids is when they step into the boat, they’re shy, they’re fear ful, they’re reluctant to move anywhere,” she “Wesaid.get them to steer the boat, to help us trim the sheets, just things that they’d nev er get an opportunity to do, and they start to move about the boat more freely.
Patrick Borg, parent of Mackay District Special School student Conrad, said the experience was one like no other.
Starting in 1993, Making Waves has given over 55,000 people the unique opportunity to take to the seas.
“This is a great example of council work ing with a developer to achieve an out come that is advantageous for the whole Thecommunity.”works,undertaken by contractor Sea forth Civil for Stockwell, included asphalt patching, speed humps, line marking, kerb edge restraint and signs.
“From sitting huddled in their spot, they’ll be up on the bow looking out for whales and they’re very different when they get off the “Forwater.”thecarers, we’ll hear them say things like, ‘I never thought they could do that.’”
Continued from page 1 Departing from Mackay Marina, students from schools including Pioneer State High, Mackay State High, Glenella State School and Mackay District Special School were treated to two hours on the water where they had some magical encounters, in cluding spotting whales and dolphins.
Rural View residents will now be able to access Northern Beaches Central and Reed Street via the round about from Rosewood Drive. All works associated with the ac cess road have been completed, and council’s Civil Operations team removed the barricades from the roundabout earlier this week on Monday.
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A map showing where the barricades will be removed at the Rosewood Drive and Reed Street roundabout
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Held at the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Cen tre (MECC) on August 13, a wide range of projects were recognized for thoughtful execution. From premium ed ucation facilities to resort-style homes and contemporary family homes, judges made note that this year’s field of entries was impressive.
Builders’ Mackay & Whitsun day Regional Man ager, Malcolm Hull, congratulated all the winners across the 36 categories.
The other big winner of the night was Icon Building Contractors collecting the House of the Year for Cor yle at Grasstree Beach. The sprawling four-bedroom, two-office home also snagged the Individual Home from $650,000 up to $750,000. Coryule was designed to capture and take in its amazing rural and ocean views. With open plan living, the home flows effortlessly to embrace both indoors and outdoor Theliving.Ken & Nola Clark Perpetual Award for Quality Workmanship went to Rick Chelman Builders for Home Among the Gum Trees in Greenmount. Building homes in remote and bushland settings is some thing that Rick and his team have specialised in for many Theyears.project boasts the very best of innovative products and mate rials throughout the Masterbuild.
Individual Home up to $250,000 – Hotondo Homes Mackay for Ravenswood 157 (Rural View)
• Education Facilities up to $10 million – Fergus Builders Pty Ltd for Carlisle Adventist College (Beaconsfield)
• Medium Density up to 3 storeys – 2 to 5 dwellings – Fergus Builders Pty Ltd for West Mackay Apart ments (West Mackay) Construction Awards
• Individual Home from $550,000 up to $650,000 –Urban Trend Constructions Australia Pty Ltd for Sugarloaf Residence (Balnagowan)
• Community Service Facilities – Hamilton Island Constructions No.1 Pty Ltd for Hamilton Island Waste Water Treatment Facility Upgrade (Hamil ton Island)
• Tourism and Leisure Facilities up to $10 million – Red Emperor Constructions for Bettys Beach Boardwalk (Whitsunday Island)
• Education Facilities over $10 million – Woollam Constructions for Catherine McAuley College (West Mackay)
• Commercial Building up to $5 million – Endur ance Sheds for MCI Complex (Paget)
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The region’s annual Master Builders Mackay & Whitsunday Housing & Construction Awards was once again a glamorous affair, with leaders in the construction industry showcasing innovative methods and breathtaking design at the 2022 awards.
Fergus Builders swept the pool with six awards on the night, including four awards in the construction catego Thery. team took out the coveted BUSSQ Builders Super President’s Award for their Richmond project, Cormac.
“The quality of our winning homes is also second to none and epitomises what living in the Mackay & Whitsunday region is all about.
• Individual Home from $750,000 up to $950,000 – Lowcock Builders Pty Ltd for Brampton House (Bowen)
• Health Facilities up to $20 million – Fergus Build ers Pty Ltd for South Side Medical Centre (Mack ay)
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“Our members have truly lived up to this year’s Awards theme, Building Brilliance, which was inspired by them and their work. The projects they’ve delivered during these challenging times are a testament to their skills and resilience,” he said.
“It doesn’t matter whether they’ve taken an Award home this year or not. Each of our 2022 entrants is a part of the Master Builders family and helps cement why we’re so widely trusted and respected.” The Renovation/Remodelling Project from $200,000 up to $400,000 – Cotter Builders Pty Ltd for Cottage on MacKenzie (West Mackay) Home Renovation/Remodelling Project from $400,000 up to $650,000 – Nathan Bow for Glenel la Richmond Farm House (Mackay) Display Home from $450,000 up to $550,000 –Hotondo Homes Mackay for Seacoast 259 (Shoal Point)
“Quality workmanship abounds with this project and no ticeably on all the Fergus Builders projects,” the judges’ comments “Congratulationsread. to the Fergus team on this immaculate home, a worthy winner of the President’s Award.”
• Individual Home up to $350,000 – Cotter Builders Pty Ltd for Casa Sadie (Richmond)
From the magnificent oversized outdoor area to the stun ning living spaces and Hampton’s-inspired kitchen, this home was a standout for the judges.
• Individual Home from $450,000 up to $550,000 – Latitude 20 Homes for Hydeaway Bay Beach House (Hydeaway Bay)
• Individual Home from $650,000 up to $750,000 – Icon Building Contractors Pty Ltd for Coryule (Grasstree Beach)
• Commercial Building from $5 million up to $50 million – Vassallo Constructions Pty Ltd for Shute Harbour Marine Terminal (Shute Harbour)
• Refurbishment/Renovation up to $750,000 – Low cock Builders Pty Ltd for Construction of Health Care Space at Bowen TAFE Campus (Bowen)
• Refurbishment/Renovation over $750,000 – Cite Con for Club Wyndham Resort Airlie Beach (Air lie Beach) Fergus Builders won six awards at the Master Builders Mackay & Whitsunday Housing & Construction Awards ceremony at the MECC
• Retail Facilities up to $5 million – Fergus Builders Pty Ltd for Reece Plumbing (Mount Pleasant)
• Tourism and Leisure Facilities over $10 million – Hutchinson Builders for Proserpine Entertain ment Centre (Proserpine)
• Individual Home from $1.25 million up to $2 million – Urban Trend Constructions Australia Pty Ltd for Mango Residence (Eimeo)
Master Builders Mackay & Whitsunday Housing & Construction Awards 2022 WINNERS Major Awards • President’s Award – Fergus Builders Pty Ltd for Cormac (Richmond) • Project of the Year Award – Woollam Construc tions for Catherine McAuley College (West Mackay) • House of the Year – Icon Building Contractors Pty Ltd for Coryule (Grasstree Beach) Individual Awards • Apprentice of the Year Award – Jake Christensen from Cotter Builders Pty Ltd • Women in Building – Ashlee Denyer from Low cock Builders Pty Ltd) • The Ken & Nola Clark Perpetual Award – Rick Chelman Builder Pty Ltd for Home Among The Gum Trees (Greenmount) • Residential Trade Contractor of the Year – R & R Cabinetmaking for House of Arches (Beacons field) • Commercial Trade Contractor of the Year – Cor al Coast Plastering Pty Ltd for Carlisle Adventist College (Beaconsfield) Specialty Awards • B est Residential Bathroom – Hotondo Homes Mackay for Parkedge Project (Richmond) • B est Residential Kitchen – R & R Cabinetmaking for Farlane Park (Middlemount) • B est Residential Swimming Pool – Urban Trend Constructions Australia Pty Ltd for Mango Resi dence (Eimeo) Housing Awards • Home
• Industrial Building up to $5 million – Fergus Builders Pty Ltd for Blenners Transport (Paget)
Individual Home from $350,000 up to $450,000 –Matthew Brady Projects for Mount Martin (Kut tabul)
• Retail Facilities over $5 million – Mainbrace Con structions (QLD) Pty Ltd for Coles Andergrove (Andergrove)
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The construction of Mango residence is a dichotomy of rare materials such as ex posed concrete blockwork and polished concrete flooring, contrasted against NZ wool carpets and linen window furnish Theings.home is reflective of inner-city mu nicipality construction, balanced with spotted gum joinery and tropical planting visible from the home’s great expanses of glazing.
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As a family business renowned for producing award-winning de signed and built homes inspired by our region’s gorgeous climate, lifestyle and heritage, Urban Trend has a decade-strong proven track record as the region’s leading boutique residential builder. Urban Trend’s reputation for excellence and innovation has won them many awards, most recently bringing home three awards between two projects at this year’s Master Builders Mackay & Whit sunday Housing & Construction Awards.
Winning Individual Home from $1.25 million up to $2 million and Best Resi dential Swimming Pool Eimeo’s Mango residence is the collaboration of two great One;friends.aprofessor of Architecture and two; a visionary who wanted to create a home that fulfilled his great friend’s belief in house-museum typology.
Mango residence, located in Eimeo Sugarloaf residence, located in Balnagowan.suppliedPhotos
The home is rich in modern elements but provides a traditional nod to Australian architectural heritage with wrap-around verandas, hardwood posts, double gut ter-line roof line and French doors opening onto the wraparound veran Floordas. to ceiling glazing brings the bushland vistas into the interior spaces and provide an abundance of natural light. The open plan living, dining and kitchen overlook a richness of bushland, a vault ed alfresco area and sparkling magnesium mineral swimming pool. Visit urbantrend.com.au to find out more.
The views are unprecedent ed, with the 180-degree views of Sunset and Bucasia Beaches from the master suite a particular Externallyhighlight. is a sparkling swim ming pool with exceptional beachfront views and viewing deck designed to capture sun shine year-round. A 15-month build period has re sulted in the creation of a hybrid ity of home; private, domestic, intimate; and museum; public, civic, formal. The construction of Sugarloaf residence, located in Balnagowan, is a balanced blend of bold exterior design elements and classic textures, win ning Urban Trends the Individual Home from $550,000 up to $650,000 category. A contrasting colour palette and warm recycled brickwork create a sophisticated and unique home that fits snug into the surrounding bushland. This balance of materials is echoed inter nally with deep terrazzo tiled floors, re cycled brickwork and a colour palate that reiterates the bushland location.
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Fergus Builders have been building the dreams of their clients since 1983, taking pride in designing and delivering high-quality new homes as well as commercial and industrial premises for Mackay and surrounding districts.
Adding these six awards to their collection further proves Fergus Builders as a leader in providing buildings of high quality, innova tive design and superb value.
A stand-out outcome from the Awards was the 2022 Mackay & Whitsunday BUSSQ Building Super President’s Award, award ed to Fergus Builders for Cormac, located in LeadingRichmond.from an oversized outdoor area through corner stacker doors, Cormac boasts a large open living area incor porating a Hampton’s-inspired kitchen complete with shaker-style cabinetry and Smartstone benchtops. The project was designed with the growing family in mind, with four spacious bed rooms finished with plush wool carpets, two large bathrooms and a sizable theatre room for family movie nights, ticking all the Overcomingboxes.
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Building homes in bushland set tings is something that Rick and the team at Rick Chelman Builders Pty Ltd have mastered over the last 40 years.
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President’s Award for Cormac Medium Density up to 3 storeys – 2 to 5 dwellings for West Mackay Apart mentsHealth Facilities up to $20 million for South Side Medical Centre Education Facilities up to $10 mil lion for Carlisle Adventist College Retail Facilities up to $5 million for Reece Plumbing Industrial Building up to $5 million for Blenners Transport
LED downlights throughout including LED floodlights create a bright, modern feel and coloured feature smart lights il luminate the deck and verandas, operated via Wi-Fi using one’s phone. Treated timbers have been used in the construction of the project and the large Merbau deck is polished with four coats of Sikkens product for low maintenance and High-qualitylongevity.
Fergus Builders 2022 Mackay & Whitsunday Housing & Construction Awards
Fergus Builders were the recipients of a massive six awards at the 2022 Mackay & Whitsunday Housing & Construction Awards, each accolade truly highlighting Fergus’ diverse capabilities on a wide va riety of projects.
obstacles including Covid-19 lockdowns, wet weather and challenges with earthworks, Fergus Builders showed absolute commitment to deliver a stunning home in the Cormac project.
Fergus Builders has been part of the prestigious Master Builders Awards since 2008, winning many awards across multiple categories over the years.
Rick’s expertise was awarded at the 2022 Mackay & Whitsunday Hous ing & Construction Awards, win ning the Ken & Nola Clark Perpetu al Award for Quality Workmanship for Home Among the Gum Trees in Greenmount. The project boasts the very best of inno vative products and materials throughout the Thebuild.build faced many challenges, with the construction type requiring excel lent planning to factor in all processes for smooth continuity throughout the project.
The 302m2 home features four sizeable bedrooms, an office, two attractive bath rooms and plenty of storage, with polished timber floors throughout except for wet Aareas.large stacker door at the front entrance views straight through to the rear stacker door in the family room, with a dream kitchen and matching walk-through pan try with excellent access.
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The judges praised the Fergus Builders for the fit, finishes and quality materials on the immacu late “Qualityproject.workmanship abounds with this project and noticeably on all the Fergus Builders projects,” the judge’s comments read. “Congratulations to the Fergus team on this immaculate home, a worthy winner of the President’s AsAward.”well as the President’s Award, Fergus Builders took home five other awards in a wide array of categories for recent residential and commercial projects.
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Hardies Scyon Linea board is used for cladding with surrounds around windows and doors. Rick Chelman Builders Pty Ltd have once again proven why they have devel oped a reputation for quality local work manship at an affordable price, with Home Among the Gum Trees a deserved winner of Ken & Nola Clark Perpetual Award. L-R Jenna and Ashley Chelman and Rick and Barb Chelman. Photo supplied: Barb Chelman
Thepriority.project spanned 52 weeks, so it was vital that Brad Gard ner and his team maintained clear communication and a professional relationship with the client; all whilst taking into consideration the con stant movements of the resi dents and holidaying guests.
The construction team re worked 56 existing re sort-style apartments across eight elevated unit blocks, ranging from 1-, 2- and 3-bedrooms apartments: back to a grand standard. After detailed dilapidation reports were conducted on all 56 apartments, three mockup apartments were refur bished as a sample to start. Decisions were made to alter the remaining scope of work with each apartment receiv ing significant structural changes, electrical upgrades, modified kitchens, new bath rooms, flooring, tiling, inter nal painting, and deluxe fit tings and Demolitionfixtures.then recom menced on the original mockup rooms and the remaining 53 apartments block by block. Refurbishing apartments within a fully operational re sort was not without its issues, but the team at CiteCon made a challenging work environ ment manageable and en sured safety was of the highest
“WeWhitsundays.werepretty honoured that we got to do it in the first place and that Club Wynd ham took a chance on us,” said Bec. “It means a lot, that one.”
The 56 refurbished apart ments now boast gorgeous, light, welcoming bedrooms and living spaces, stunning bathrooms, with spacious decks to enjoy the ocean views right in the heart of the
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While CiteCon may be a relatively new player in the game, Brad Gardner and his team have built the business on generations of construc tion expertise, seeing them become a leader in the indus Withtry. a reputation for quality and integrity, CiteCon was engaged by Club Wyndham Destinations to revive their outdated resort accommo dation at the top of Mount Whitsunday Drive in Airlie Beach, a project that would ultimately win them the Re furbishment/Renovation over $750,000 category at the 2022 Mackay & Whitsunday Hous ing & Construction Awards.
Collaborating with Mackay and Whitsunday trades and suppliers was the key to deliv ering this successful project, resulting in works finished to the highest standard, on bud get and with timely delivery.
“It’s in a line of a lot of firsts,” said CiteCon Administration Manager Bec Gardner. “We decided to start this busi ness together, that’s a first; we’ve got all our family in volved; having that, to me, it cements that it’s good, we’ve done it, it’s one of more to come.”
The Mackay building contractor, who have been operating for almost two decades, built the spacious four-bedroom, two-of fice home which also received the award for Individual Home from $650,000 up to $750,000 on top of the major prize.
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“We do quite a bit of tourism and remote work, as well as land-based, but this was a dream project -particularly for our team.
Tasked with replacing a pre-existing, 25-year-old structure, the construction of the new Bettys Beach Boardwalk was rec ognised for both the remote challenges it posed and its innovation.
Constructed of a fibre reinforced polymer sub structure and laced with hardwood timber decking to blend with the existing environment, the eight-week project was simple in its final design but much more in its execution.
There is a spacious kitchen in the heart of the home, with a sizeable butler’s pantry and built-in cold room.
“This home is a wonderful achievement for Icon Building Contractors.”
Recognised for overcoming its logistical challenges, the project has been a major success for the tourism mecca
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“This home has been built with position and lifestyle in mind, from the magnifi cent games room to the exceptional fit and finish in every facet of the dwell ing,” the judge’s comments read.
Designed for the entertainer, Coryule’s large entertainment room, built-in bar and powder room provide space, comfort and style for gathering family and friends. Only a few kilometres from the coast and 100 metres above sea level, the building is constructed to C4 classification building codes, providing the utmost safety for its open, coastal location.
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A company that’s garnered a reputation for exceptional workmanship and innovation – winning awards across their varied re sume of builds - Red Emperor Construc tions’ claim to fame at this year’s awards was no different.
“The remote challenges of using helicop ters to provide gear to site, as well as barg es, is what set this project apart,” Owner and builder at Red Emperor Construc tions, Alistair Sawers said.
Branching out from their years of success across the categories at the Master Builders Awards, the Whit sunday-based Red Emperor Construc tions tapped into the local tourism realm this year.
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“The setting up of campsites for accom modation on Whitehaven, working there from Monday to Friday, there’s nothing Mrbetter.”Sawers said it was excellent to be able to be recognised for the quality of the proj ect, and its remote nature. But most im portantly, he was proud it would “be able to be used for the next fifty years by the general public.”
Sitting among the sprawling hills, Coryule With open plan living, the four-bedroom, two-office home flows effortlessly to em brace both indoors and outdoor living.
“Taking full advantage of the views, all rooms and the outdoor entertainment area have been giv en every consideration of the own ers’ needs and requirements.
Owner and builder Alistair Sawers and his experienced team at Red Emperor Con structions claimed the top accolade for Tourism and Leisure Facilities Up to $10 million with the Bettys Beach Boardwalk on Whitsunday Island.
One of the big winners from the 2022 Mackay & Whitsunday Housing & Construction Awards was Icon Building Contractors, collect ing the House of the Year for Coryule at Grasstree Beach.
The Mount Martin home
“I don’t do many new homes, but when I do, I like things to be constructed the way they should be, they are built for longevi ty, I don’t succumb to the quick and easy,” said Mr Brady. “It’s got to have a bit of soul!”
It’s this teamwork which has seen Hotondo Homes Mackay reap the accolades year after year, with 2022 being no exception. At the Master Builders Mackay & Whit sunday Housing & Construction Awards, the couple scooped three awards.
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“Thank you to all the contractors who were part of the job – I consider a lot of them my friends and we made it a person al thing.”
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Usually involved with renovation work, Mr Brady only takes on a small number of new builds, choosing to work on projects that resonate with him. For the award-winning house, he worked closely with the owners of the property to create a vision and then completed the plan with Whitsunday Drafting.
0408 875 932 matt@matthewbradyprojects.com.au MASTER BUILDERS AWARDS Mackay and Whitsundays Individual Home from $350,000 up to $450,000 Winner
Best Residential Bathroom Individual Home up to $250,000 Following a decade out of the spot light and away from the award cir cuit, Matthew Brady Builders made a huge come-back at the Mackay and Whitsunday Master Builders Awards last Takingweek. out the best individual home in the $350,000 - $450,000 price bracket for his Mount Martin four-bedroom low block house, business owner Mr Brady said it was a great result after one of the hardest years in business he’s ever had. “It’s been a hectic year with price rises and it took a bit to get through it,” he said.
Seacoast blends coastal living with a relaxed ur ban life, bringing natural elements of the out doors in with sweeping open living areas which flow seamlessly from indoors to out. Natural stone and timber hues are a feature throughout with a large outdoor kitchen and plunge pool delivering excellent value for money.
The aspiration to own your own home is one of the great Aussie dreams. Ho tondo Homes Mackay owners An thony and Lynelle Wolff say this is at the forefront of their minds with every new home they build, en suring exceptional style and qual ity construction can be achieved for the average local family. With decades of experience be tween them in the construction and design industries, Anthony and Lynelle have the ability to pro vide value for money stylish solu tions. The price tag is lower with out compromising on good looks.
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Best Residential Bathroom – for Parkedge Project (Richmond) Display Home from $450,000 up to $550,000 – for Seacoast 259 (Shoal Point) Individual Home up to $250,000 – for Ravenswood 157 (Rural View) Mystical floor to ceiling moody grey tiling gives this bathroom a glamorous edge, accent ed by black tapware, sleek white porcelain, and earthy wooden cabinetry. A relaxing retreat amid a breathtaking home.
“The Mount Martin house came out really well and we got such a good response from the tradies, I thought I’d enter this year.”
Ravenswood blends contemporary style with a touch of the Hamptons, in an affordable design suited to singles, couples and small families. The clean modern interior provides an elegant canvas for the homeowner to make this home their own. Parkedge bathroom
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“In addition, the total number of rural borrowers in Queensland has decreased by 920 to 17,312 borrowers, down 5.05 per cent on 2019.”
“The 2021 Queensland Rural Debt Survey provides critical insight into the financial state of enterprises across rural industries over the past two years and will assist gov ernment and industry to help inform fu ture decisions,” Mr Furner said.
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Comments: Plane Creek Mill crushed just over 66,000 tonnes of cane for the week, bringing the season total to nearly 439,000 tonnes. The major cause of lost time for the week was a shredder tip change on Wednesday Thisafternoon.comingweek, there will be a 14-hour planned maintenance stop on Tuesday 23 ThereAugust.was a modest 0.26 of unit improvement in CCS over the previous week, taking the weekly CCS figure above 13 units for the first time this season. Average bin weights continued to improve.
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“This in part reflects the improved sea sonal conditions and production over the latter part of the 2019-2021 period, con tinued strong commodity prices and the significant increase in the value of rural land that underpins much of this rural debt,” he said.
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“In 2019, Queensland recorded the lowest level of rainfall since 2005. From 2020, they also faced rising input costs and supply chain disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. All these factors have impacted production and business decisions by pri mary “Whileproducers.”overalldebt has grown, the sur vey showed the quality of that debt has remained strong. Rural debt rated viable (A) and potentially viable long term (B+) combined increased from 93.14 per cent in 2019 to 94.97 per cent in 2021 as a pro portion of total debt.
“Debt in the beef industry accounts for the largest proportion of rural debt across Queensland, growing by more than $3 billion and accounting for around 60 per cent of the increase in total debt. This is followed by cotton debt, growing 53.1 per cent to $1.69 billion. grain/grazing also saw a large increase, totalling $1.68 billion and recording a 40.9 per cent growth since the 2019 survey.
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“Debt funding remains the principal source of capital for Queensland primary produc ers including for working capital, infra structure, property, and other investment purposes.
The highest CCS honour for the week was shared between a rake of KQ228 1R from the Ilbilbie productivity area and a rake of Q242 3R from the Turnors Paddock productivity area – both with a CCS of 15.5 units.
438,883 Average bin weight 3.93 3.86 CCS 13.19 12.40 Cane variety performance for region Variety %
Conducted as of 31 December 2021, the latest Queensland Rural Debt Survey was undertaken by the Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority (QRI DA) in collaboration with the Queensland Government Statisticians Office (QGSO) and with the support of all major rural lenders and insights from agricultural in dustry QRIDAassociations.ChiefExecutive Officer, Cameron MacMillan said 2021 Queensland Rural Debt Survey provided a comprehensive breakdown of the value, movement and quality of rural debt and the number of borrowers by industry and region.
Jim Kirchner Cane Supply Manager Plane Creek Region Weekly production figures Wilmar Sugar Plane Creek Mill Week 10, Week ending 20 August 2022 This week Season to date Cane crushed 66,353 438,883 Average bin weight 3.93 3.86 CCS 13.19 12.40 Cane variety performance for region Variety % CCS Variety % CCS Q183 28.8 12.97 Q242 6.8
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Total rural debt in Queensland has risen to $24.06 billion, an increase of 25.97 per cent since 2019 accord ing to the 2021 Queensland Rural Debt AtSurvey.thesame time, the quality of that rural debt has remained strong with almost 95 per cent rated viable or long term viable, despite challenging times for rural busi Ministernesses. for Agricultural Industry Devel opment and Fisheries, Mark Furner MP tabled the 2021 Queensland Rural Debt Survey report last week and said the av erage debt per borrower rose by 32.67 per cent to $1.39 million.
For more see the 2021 Rural Debt Survey full report and interactive dashboard surveyqrida.qld.gov.au/queensland-rural-debt-at: Sugar Plane Creek Mill Week 10, Week ending 20 August 2022 week to 66,353 CCS CCS 12.97
“The Western Downs and Central High lands region represented the largest por tion (just over 35 per cent) of total rural debt in Queensland, totalling $8.51 billion. This is followed by the Southern Coastal Curtis to Moreton region ($5.46 billion or 22.7 per cent) and Eastern Darling Downs region ($3.34 billion or 13.89 per cent).”
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The major cause of lost time for the week was a shredder tip change on Wednesday afternoon. This coming week, there will be a 14 hour planned maintenance stop on Tuesday 23 August. There was a modest 0.26 of unit improvement in CCS over the previous week, taking the weekly CCS figure above 13 units for the first time this season. Average bin weights continued to improve. The highest CCS honour for the week was shared between a rake of KQ228 1R from the Ilbilbie productivity area and a rake of Q242 3R from the Turnors Paddock productivity area both with a CCS of 15.5 units.
Mr MacMillan said rural businesses con tinued to face tough conditions through out the period from December 2019 to December 2021, yet many industries had also shown their resilience.
NQ’s Rock’n Country is a supporter of Va riety, raising over $40,000 for the children’s charity at this year’s festival.
Photo credit: Sam Gillespie
With their toes a-tappin’, their Akubra’s atop their heads and their hands in the air, country music fans of all ages enjoyed three days of country music at the 2022 NQ’s Rock’n Country Music Festival over the weekend.
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Over 40 of Australia and New Zealand’s best country musicians took to the stage at the Mackay Showgrounds for the third installment of the festival.
Icons of the genre Lee Kernaghan, Gina Jeffreys, Beccy Cole, Adam Harvey and Fanny Lumsden all delivered show-stop ping sets to the passionate crowd, as well as local legends Graeme Connors, Luke Geiger and Bella Mackenzie. Also featured throughout the weekend was line dancing, karaoke, Q&As and more.
Josephine Iacovelli. Photos supplied: Linda Danvers
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The aim of the conference is to inspire the women in our Mackay community to be ex cited and encouraged to live to their potential.
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DATE: Fri 9th Sept 7pm & Sat 10th Sept 9am ADDRESS: Life Impact Church Mackay, 5 Wellington St, Mackay Inspiring women within our community to be excited Become encouraged and be awakened to your call Live out your potential FREE EVENT MORNING TEA INCLUDED www.lifeimpactchurch.org.au register your interest 07 4957
“I knew that Josephine and Joy were both painting and had art works they’d like to put in an ex hibition so we chatted about and they all said, ‘yeah, let’s do it,’” she Mssaid.Danvers has been painting since 2015 and says her inspiration comes from the ocean, islands, foliage and whatever in spires her in the moment. “When I’m walking, I take a lot of photos, so my aerobic walks don’t get too aerobic because I stop a lot,” she laughs. “One day, you just know it’s the day, you pick up the paints, and you just do it.
Joy Rogers skilfully paints tradi tional watercolour scenes of coast al Australian towns, Josephine Ia covelli’s work is bright scenes from Europe in acrylics and Linda Dan vers’ work is gentle and calming nature scenes in watercolour and Allacrylic.three artists have exhibited their artworks around town previ ously, with Ms Danvers initiating this exhibition.
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Life Impact Church is excited to be host ing a Women’s conference, Inspire. Inspire means to arouse, animate, be moved by the spirit, do something by or as if by supernatural or divine influence.
The conference begins September 9 and 10, 2022, starting Friday night with worship and session one and ending Saturday lunchtime af ter sessions two and three.
Inspire is a free event and is open to all women and morning tea is included. Each of the guest speakers live a passionate and transformed life and are on a mission to inspire and support other women to lead an abundant life.
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Ps Samantha Faltinsky Ps Teya Gibson. Photos supplied: Teya Gibson
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“The eyes of your understanding being en lightened; that you may know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints” Eph 1:18
The exhibition is open for all to enjoy a few moments of calm amongst the art works, from 8:30am to 4:30pm weekdays until next Tuesday, August 30 at the Jubi lee Community Centre. All works are available for purchase.
The speakers are Ps Teya Gibson from Life Impact Church Mackay, Ps Samantha Faltin sky, from Whitsunday Impact Church and Ps Jo-Ellen Bouttell, from Northpointe, Atherton. More information on Inspire can be found on the Facebook event.
WHAT: Inspire WHEN: September 9-10, 2022 WHERE: Life Impact Church, 5 Wellington St, Mackay TICKETS: This is a free community event
Three local artists have ex hibited their artworks at the Jubilee Community Centre in a new exhibition entitled ‘Art Transports Us’.
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the legendary master of country guitar, Lindsay Butler OAM, Queensland’s own well known country singer / songwriter Shaza Leigh, ably supported by bush balladeer Ashley Cook and musician Penny Gilchrist. Their show at the Mackay Senior Citizens Centre on Friday Septem ber 2 will be a treat with these multiaward-winning country music artists coming on a rare trip north from their Tamworth base to take their Na tional Touring Road Show to country towns and regional cities. Mackay is a favourite stop for this band and the many country music fans in this city with multiple country music clubs are eagerly awaiting their Lindsayshow.
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“It’s a highlight on our community calen dar each year,” Ms Holland said. “It’s a special project, in that it offers the rare opportunity for regionally-based art ists to gather and share skills and ideas –it’s such a thrill to be immersed in such a joyful, passionate and inspired space and we encourage everyone with an interest in creative arts to get involved.
La Boite Theatre is Australia’s longest con tinuously running theatre company and their Youth and Education Producer Ari Palani attended as a C.R.U.S.H facilitator in “C.R.U.S.H2021. is about exploring all of the skills it takes to share your own story your way and what it takes to craft your story to share with an audience,” Ms Palani said. “Performances are led by the heart and the artists sharing how their stories connect and weave Applicationstogether.”forscholarships close today and application forms can be found at crossroadarts.com.au or call 4953 5122, admin@crossroadarts.com.au or text (for those that are Deaf) 0400 832 626. Interviews can also be arranged if more accessible.
“It’s an opportunity to make new friends and build your confidence in a collabora tive Dancenorthsetting.”
Crossroad Arts are coming together with Townsville’s Dancenorth and Brisbane’s La Boite Theatre to pro duce their annual national meet-up incor porating three exciting days of workshops in contemporary movement, performance and theatre-making to nurture a new crop of fresh and crushingly sweet talent. There are fantastic opportunities on offer for regional Australian artists with dis ability to apply for scholarships of up to $2,000 to assist with travel and accommo dation to attend the annual C.R.U.S.H the atre-making intensive. C.R.U.S.H is suitable for all bodies, minds and levels of artistic experience from raw beginners to highly accomplished per formers and/or dancers of 15 years and Theolder.
Ashley Cook brings another interest ing style to the Butler Road Show’s visit to Mackay. He is recognised Australia wide as a bush balladeer who continues the Australian Bush Ballad tradition, having won numer ous national bush ballad awards. His recordings in this tradition keep the music alive of the pioneers of bush Pennymusic Gilchrist is an accomplished country musician, with piano and strings being her forte. Her instru mental albums have earned her many awards and she is a highly sought af ter session musician.
Community Experience Manager Alice Lee Holland has been in volved as facilitator with C.R.U.S.H since its inception in 2019.
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There is great news for Mackay country music lovers with the sugar city being included on the busy touring schedule of the But ler TheShowband.groupfeatures
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For details and bookings: Contact Charlie Symons 0408 776564
Butler is an inspiring country guitarist who has featured on thou sands of recordings as well as over 30 of his own career albums. Among his numerous country awards are mul tiple Golden Guitars in a career that also saw him honing his skills tour ing with Slim Dusty for 17 years. His Order of Australia Medal for services to Australian Country Music is richly deserved and his visit to Mackay will be enjoyed by many long-term fans. The Mackay show is a special one to welcome Shaza Leigh home to the region. Locals had the pleasure of watching a young local girl Sha ron Waddington pursue her love of country music with a passion while she was growing up here. She honed her vocal and guitar skills with the support and teaching of some fine Mackay musicians, including John Killcullen and the Country Conspir acy Band before spreading her wings as Shaza Leigh. She first travelled with the Brian Young Show and then formed an iconic country music partnership with husband Lindsay Butler. From her debut album in 1990 she has re corded 15 career albums and three DVDs and won countless awards.
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What: The Butler Showband Where: The Mackay Senior Citizens Centre, 58 Macalister Street When: Friday September 2, commencing at 1.30pm
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SATURDAY 27 AUGUST Clean Up the Mackay Region
THURSDAY 1 SEPTEMBER In Hearts Wake – Green Is The New Black Tour Thursday, 7:30pm Australian heavy music act In Hearts Wake are stoked to announce a massive national tour in celebration of their new feature-length documentary, Green Is The New Black, which has recently finished screening across the country and interna tionally alongside Earth Week 2022. The huge 27 date tour will be hitting Mack ay and will also feature some of the most exciting heavy acts in the country with support from RedHook, Pridelands and Banks Arcade. Seabreeze Hotel
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TUESDAY 30 AUGUST World Café Tuesday, 10:30am to 12:30pm World Café is a free culture-sharing group that meets every Tuesday (between Feb ruary and November) from 10.30 am to 12.30 pm. Activities include cooking, art and craft, conversational games, small projects, workshops, information sessions and local excursions. For more informa tion please phone (07) 4957 7222. The Neighbourhood Hub, 4 George Street, Mackay ECDP Superhero Trivia Night Tuesday, 6:30pm Come on down to Superhero Themed Trivia night. All money raised on the night will be going to assist children needing mobility aids to participate in an educa tional setting. $5 per person and gold coin donation for kids under 12. Prize for best dressed. Winning team and lucky door prize. Come and help support your local community. Book now online or call (07) 4942 1711. Mount Pleasant Tavern
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Dudley Denny City Library Friday SUN.sets – Jack Oliveira Every Friday Evening From 6pm Knock off drinks, lakeside dinner, good friends, and LIVE MUSIC.
Gordon White Library Age Care Fees and Charges Seminar Friday, 11:00am to 12:30pm A free seminar by Services Australia dis cussing aged care needs, options for the former home, fees and charges, and pen sion and tax implications. Bookings re quired.
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WEDNESDAY 31 AUGUST Mackay Farmers’ Market Every Wednesday, 6:30am to 10:30am The market is a showcase of our region’s amazing produce direct from the farmer. Bluewater Quay Sugar City Rock and Roll Mackay Club Wednesday Night Lessons Every Wednesday, 7:00pm Why not come along and learn to rock ‘n’ roll in a friendly and fun atmosphere with the Sugar City Rock ‘n’ Rollers Mack ay Club? Previous experience is not re quired. Everyone learns at their own pace and, even better, the first lesson is free on your way to learning the four step style of rock ‘n’ roll. $5 for members and $8 for non-members after that. The club caters for social activities for club members with regular dances with live bands in atten dance and away trips. For further enqui ries call 0408 983 911. 58 Macalister St, Mackay
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Saturday, August 27, 9am to 11am –Plane Creek revegetation site Saturday, August 27, 3pm to 5pm –Grasstree Beach Sunday, August 28, 8am to 10am – River side Drive, Cremorne Sunday, August 28, 9am to 11am – Hodg es Road, Shoal Point Are you sick of seeing litter in the Mack ay region’s beautiful natural areas? It’s not too late to lend a hand during ‘Clean Up the Mackay Region’ in the month of Au gust. Join a clean-up near you and help intercept the Mackay region’s litter before it reaches the ocean. Check out the list of events being held in August and register at www.cleanup.org.au/mackay.
Dudley Denny City Library Bass Jamming Friday, 3:40pm to 4:40pm Play bass guitar with other music enthusi asts. This session now includes percussion and synth bass as well. The event is for those aged 12 years and older. Bookings required.
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The Senior Friendship Group meets every Friday and does a range of activities from Bingo to Morning Tea to Lunch. If you would like to join this group or have any queries, please phone (07) 4957 2626.
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Robertson Brothers 1960’s TV Variety Show Sunday, 2:00pm Do you dream of reliving the good old days? Well, don’t miss the Robertson Brothers 1960s TV Variety Show with spe cial guest Simon Brook McLachlan - from the original cast of the hit musical Jersey Boys. Take a trip down memory lane with this amazing interactive live TV Variety Show featuring the hits from The Seekers, Bee Gees, Frankie Valli and The Four Sea sons, Neil Sedaka and The Everly Brothers! MECC Pets at the Pub Sunday, 2:00pm to 5:00pm Enjoy a relaxing Sunday afternoon with your best friend browsing the pet market stalls and enjoying the live entertainment. RSPCA Mackay will be onsite with some adorable adoptions. Plus there will be live music by Jax Morton. Seabreeze Hotel
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The Neighbourhood Hub, 4 George Street, Mackay Silver Screen Surprise – McLintock 1963 (PG) Friday, 9:30am to 11:30am Are you tired of seeing the same movies? Discover a hidden movie gem at our Silver Screen Surprise showing of an American Western comedy film starring John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara, called McLintock. Bookings required.
Legends On The Lawn Saturday, 12:00pm Legends on the Lawn is coming to Harrup Park! Bringing some of the biggest names to North Queensland, it’s time to get your mates together for one massive day of live music. Headlined by Jimmy Barnes, along with The Living End, Jon Stevens, Vika & Linda, Vanessa Amorosi, Busby Marou and Christine Anu, Legends on the Lawn is put together by the organisers who are responsible for the ever-popular Red Hot Summer Tour. Harrup Park Sugar City Rock ‘n’ Rollers Mackay Club Hop Saturday, 6:30pm to 11:00pm Our next Hop is at St Patrick’s Hall on Sat urday with The Two Maoris providing the music from 7pm to 11pm (doors open at 6:30pm). Further enquiries call 0408 983 911. St Patrick’s Hall, River Street, Mackay SUNDAY 28 AUGUST Workshop: Practical Bookbinding Sunday, 10:00am to 2:30pm A resurgence of the bookbinding craft has seen many visual artists and photographers explore captivating ideas through the use of a book medium. In this workshop, Lou is Lim will discuss the various possibilities in artist book making followed by a handson session learning several book-binding techniques. $15 per person.
Pioneer Valley children will soon have the opportunity to learn a tradition al handicraft thanks to a $1946 Re gional Arts Development Fund (RADF) grant to support the Crafty Hands Holiday Workshops to be held in the next school Thisholidays.two-day event will be held at the Gar gett CWA Hall in the September school vacation. The program will be open to interested students (aged 10 years or old er) from Gargett SS, Pinnacle SS, Eungella SS, Finch Hatton SS, Mirani SS and Mirani ChildrenSHS. will learn the basics of one hand icraft - knitting, crochet, raffia/eco-weav ing or Japanese sashiko stitching. Thanks to the RADF and local sponsor, Richglen Maintenance Group, equipment and ma terials will be provided and children will work towards producing items to keep that are fun and useful.
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Valley Spinners and Crafts Group member and September workshops tutor, Connie Muscat, shares crochet tips with her granddaughter, Mattie Muscat
In Hearts Wake are touring Australia to celebrate the release of their documentary Green Is The New Black Byron Bay metalcore act In Hearts Wake kicked off a massive 27-date Australian tour in Western Aus tralia last week and will be making their way to Mackay next Thursday, Septem ber 1. The tour celebrates their new fea ture-length documentary, Green Is The New Black, an examination of the music industry’s relationship to the environment and an account of the making of their 100% carbon offset 2020 album Kaliyuga. We chatted to In Hearts Wake lead singer Jake Taylor ahead of the tour. What was the initial motivation to re cord Kaliyuga in a carbon-neutral man ner and then to document it? We’ve been on this environmental journey for at least the last decade. It’s always been a part of who we are growing up in such a nature-rich place so that’s been instilled in us since our inception. We’re always mak ing steps and we just didn’t quite know to what deep end of the ocean we’d be diving in. It got to that point where doing record signing weeks at that point didn’t make sense so how can we celebrate it? Let’s do these marine debris clean-ups with our fans where we actually pick a spot, have a meet-up and celebrate release day like that. As we were doing that, we were pick ing up pool toys and discarded t-shirts in waterways and things like that. And then you get back on stage later that week where we’ve got the pool toys and we’re selling the t-shirts and it was that next step to go ‘wow, we have to look at what we produce and what we create on a whole new level,’ and once you go down that rabbit hole… the next big necessary dive into the ocean was to look at how to reduce emissions and offset an album. So, here we are today, and I realised there’s no point doing this if you’re not able to share your challenges and triumphs along the way because that ripple effect is far greater than just doing it yourself and keeping it hidden or a secret. I think we often keep things hidden or a secret be cause we’re afraid of getting it wrong. So, this journey is our journey, what we got wrong and potentially what we got right. We’re really opening ourselves up to be that case study. Do you have any examples of what you did learn throughout the process? Yeah, well, the film really dives into every thing thoroughly and to give you a blan ket few points, it was merchandising, what can we switch to to get off regular cotton and polyester, making those eco choices; it was stage production, getting rid of pool toys and CO2, looking at alternatives that benefit our show and minimise our im pact on the environment; then there was renewable solutions to touring itself, like reducing emissions; and how to produce a record that isn’t on something that’s super harmful to the environment, something that is eco-friendly, recycled, those sorts of avenues. It’s looking at these solutions ho listically to realise there’s no one single one but there are many. To really dive into it is to watch the film but those are the areas we looked into. What do you have planned for the tour? We’re putting on the biggest and best show that we can in this new way, with all the new ways we’ve learnt with this doco. That’s the cool thing, testing out these new ways. How important is it for you guys to visit the regions like Mackay and do you no tice any difference in the crowds and the vibes compared to metro places? Yeah, I do notice. To me, it’s more import ant. We enjoy it more than metro places because, not only is there easy parking, better hospitality, but there’s a realness… it feels more like a real, more pure taste of a place, and in that the people aren’t spoilt for like, ‘which show do I go to this week?’ but rather like, ‘wow, there’s a show here and I’m grateful that you came.’ So, people are much more present and that equals a higher vibe and people are really in the joy, they tend to be more joyous… In north Queensland, there’s a rowdiness in a good way… Truly, out of all the states, north Queensland is the state we often look forward to for some of the craziest shows. There’s like a party, tropical vibe, too. There’s a loose, joyousness that hap pens up there.
Valley Spinners and Crafts president, Mar garet Borg said, “Many of our members learnt to knit or crochet as children under the helpful eye of their mothers, grand mothers or aunts but this is not so com mon “There’stoday.a wealth of crafting knowledge amongst our members and we are very excited to share this with younger ones in our community. We hope that these work shops might begin a lifelong love of craft for some of them.”
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“I believe this is a wonderful initiative… that will definitely create some remarkable changes in students,” said Gargett State School principal, Fiona Tass. Bookings are limited and can be made comhttp://craftyhandsworkshops.eventbrite.via.
WHAT: In Hearts Wake WHEN: Thursday, September 1 at 7:30pm WHERE: Seabreeze Tavern
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It’s not hard to see why this general public view has been Historically,formed. there has been an opportunity for dodginess in the sales area, with the widely used hard-sell approach by all sorts of sales people ranging from vacuum cleaner salesmen, encyclopedia salesmen, real es tate agents, car salesmen etc.
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But consumer law has changed and most of the bad practices have been stamped out. However, you can’t stamp out all bad behaviour. There are people in all walks of life who are dis honest, manipulative and selfish and you are certainly going to find them in real estate. I couldn’t count the number of times someone has said they don’t trust a particular agent and would never use them to buy or sell a property. Sometimes, when you hear the story, the person’s opinion is ab solutely justified and it is hard to believe the particular agent can look at themselves in the mirror on a daily basis. On other occasions, it is the circumstances that have been difficult and although the agent might not have handled it per fectly, he or she did not do any thing wrong. The situation with multiple of fers on a property is a good ex Theample.real estate agent is legally and ethically required to give all relevant information to a seller. When a buyer makes an offer the agent must pass that on to the seller. Let’s say that later that day, while the seller is consid ering the offer, another buyer makes an offer. The agent must pass that offer on to the seller. We are then in a multiple offer situation and there are some le gal steps the agent must take. He or she needs to tell both buy ers that there are multiple offers and suggest that they make their best and final offers. The agent is not allowed to reveal one buyer’s offer to the Sometimes,other.Buyer 1 is annoyed because they had “made a good offer earlier in the day and now you’re talking about another of fer that’s suddenly come along”. The truth is the agent works for the seller. Yes, as an agent I want to help buyers and do every thing I can to help them in their property goals. But the listing agent must act ethically and within the law to get the best possible price for the seller. If another offer comes in while the seller is considering your offer then that is the way it is and the agent has no choice but to make sure the seller has that information. I always say to buyers in this po sition: “Imagine if you were the seller and I didn’t tell you about an offer that came in while you were considering an initial of Likefer.” any other industry, there are dodgy people and good peo ple in real estate. Most of the agents I know are decent folk who like to help people. There are a few who are not. Their names are … Idon’t know about you, but my heart is so heavy lately. It feels like every time I check my newsfeed or turn on the telly, I hear about a death or tragic news for an entertainment and sports person that I’ve grown up watch ing. I don’t know if this is actually happening noticeably more right now or whether it’s more of a real isation after turning 27 earlier this month, that while I’m not getting any younger, neither is anyone Thiselse.
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week it made news that the female vocalist behind the Auss ie classic song ‘The Horses’, New Zealand singer Margaret Urlich passed away on Monday and on Tuesday morning we got news that Aussie legend John Farnham was admitted to hospital for treatment of his own a cancer diagnosis. It comes after losing a number of notable Australians in the domes tic entertainment and sporting in dustries, which is a scary thought. We all had high hopes that 2022 would be a better year. I had a friend ask me recently “why do you feel sad about people you don’t know?”. It took me back for a moment be cause I wasn’t exactly sure how to articulate it, but then it was clear, while you and I don’t know these people directly, they have had so much influence over our lives. We’ve grown up loving what these people bring into our lives, we fol low their lives so it’s an investment that we’ve put in. Losing them is losing part of our own interests and history as well. Vale Margaret Urlich and thoughts and prayers to John Farnham in this difficult time. It reminds me to not take for granted the time I have with those I love, while it’s still here. I know I’ll be hugging my grand ma extra tight the next time I see her. And I really hope you do the same. Kaley
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What is sad is that Slade Point, only 10 minutes from the CBD, also has poor in ternet and mobile reception, yet there are at least four towers in close proximity. We have to remember that the internet/NBN is one problem and mobile phones are an other problem. We need to start having conversations with the powers that be to enlighten them to this issue. One option for a better mobile service and making your calls is using WIFI calling that seems to be a bit more reliable. I also heard a great story from a resident recent ly that he changed mobile phone providers and his connectivity is so much better. Armstrong Beach is at the other end of our region and also has limited internet access. But I did find out that Sky Muster is avail able to those in that area to assist them get better coverage and can be purchased from several providers. Just go check out NBN “check your address” to see what is Ifavailable.youneed a bit of help, then why not con tact Regional Tech Hub (regionaltechhub. org.au), which is government funded, and they can do a report specific to your needs.
Better Internet for Rural Regional Remote Australia (birrraus.com) also has provider recommendations that can help you make comparisons and this takes the work out of shopping around. They also have a Face book page you can get heaps of info from. I believe good phone and internet service should be accessible to all in our region, regardless of where you live. Let me know if you need any assistance.
In the 21st century one would expect that no home would be without a good internet and mobile service. But that is not the case. The community in the up per Pioneer Valley has had poor, and in some cases no, service. This, I believe, is unacceptable in 2022, so the community decided to do something about it. After much collaboration with the peo ple in the know, it was suggested we do a community survey in Finch Hatton and Eungella, which produced the evidence needed to prove the substandard telecom munications in that area. After attending a regional infrastructure telecommunications review, the upper val ley will now receive infrastructure to the value of $5.4m in upgrades to install fixed wireless over the next few years.
OUR COMMUNITIES DESERVE BETTER COVERAGE Catch the Star 101.9 breakfast show with Scotty and Rach from 5am, Kaley for afternoons from 12pm, Galey, Emily Jade and Christo from 4pm, Will & Woody from 5pm and the Kyle and Jackie-o Hour of Power from 7pm every weekday! Why I’ll Be Hugging My Grandma Extra Tight From Now On
In terms of professions the public loves to hate, car salesmen, journalists and real estate agents are usually named at the top of the list. I’ve notched up two out of three on that list but, having never been a car salesman, I miss the trifecta. Feelin’ pretty superior right now.
“The different games that we play, they’re a therapy more than a game, but we make them fun,” said Roz.
WHAT: Race Night supporting Mackay Riding for the Disabled
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“It’s physical, it’s emotional and it’s spiri tual therapy.
Bruce Manning from Toowoomba, grandson of W. J. Manning, editor and proprietor of the Daily Mercu ry, and son of Noel Manning, an El der from St Paul’s and cane farmer who was among the church’s found ers, reflected on the history of the Margaret-Annchurch.
“It doesn’t really matter because it’s not real Theremoney.”willalso be a raffle to win two tickets to the Wildcat and a Balloon Pop, where you can pop a balloon for $10 and you are guaranteed to win, as well as fashions on the “We’refield.saying to people dress to impress as if you’re going to the Mackay Cup or the Melbourne Cup,” said Roz.
“If somebody wants to come on board and they haven’t done this sort of stuff, we can train them up.”
Clubs Connect was launched last year as an online one-stopshop for information, guidance and Withsupport.itssecure, club-specific digital vault for records and documents, educational we binars and comprehensive re sources that cover every facet of managing a club, includ ing committee structures and roles, the platform has been a run-away success.
Mackay Riding for the Disabled (RDA) is holding a Race Night to raise valuable funds for their horse-riding program.
Kucom Theatre director Bronwyn Grannall (pictured) said Clubs Connect made committee members feel like they were supported with expert knowledge Mackay Riding for the Disabled is raising funds to help provide horse riding therapy to people living with disability.
With One Voice Community Choir director Jennifer Bee said Clubs Con nect really helped club mem bers to share the load. “Rather than having every thing sitting with one person, it allows everyone to share the work and prevents any one person getting over committed and burning out,” Ms Bee said.
“To avoid burnout of commit tee members in your club, you need to get in touch with coun cil’s Community Development officers today and talk to them about how Clubs Connect can help Clubsyou.”Connect is completely free and is available to all notfor-profit clubs and groups in the Mackay region now. To find out more, head to mackay. qld.gov.au/register or call 4961 9596.
“This platform has really helped clubs to create a system that ensures business continuity and makes sure that one com mittee can hand over the right sort of doc umentation and gov ernance to the next committee,” he said.
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For more information on the Race Night and the organisation, visit their group on Facebook where you will find the event and contact details.
Williamson said that, in the clubs world, good gover nance could be hard work.
“They’re stretching, they’re balancing, it also helps them listen to instructions, follow instructions and directions, we get them thinking as well.
Mayor Greg Williamson said due to the popularity of the platform, council had decided to roll it out across the board, with a special focus on com munity groups and not-for“Clubsprofits.
The funds raised on the night will go to wards maintaining this unique experience for people of all abilities.
Last year, RDA held dressage competitions where Mackay rid ers were among the best.
Jeppesen gave a poem on the nature of the church, Tracey Casey gave her testimony, and the church recognised the ser vice of lawn mower Wayne Gre ishaber. Sally Day and Heather Fischle outlined plans to reach out to the local community through school chaplaincy and religious in struction in schools. On Wednesday August 10, in the late business part of a meeting of Mackay Regional Council, Fran Mann highlighted the service. Thank you to all who helped make the anniversary service so memora ble including the Christian Motor cycle Association and the Cantan kerous Cow!
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The night promises plenty of high-paced action, with five mock horse races and one mock pig race to be projected on the big screen throughout the night. Local businesses have come on board to sponsor the event and name the races and Ticketshorses. are $50 and that will get you en try into the races, finger food, entry in the door prize and $7000 of funny money to bet with, with more funny money available for Therepurchase.willbe a prize at the end of the night for the biggest funny money win and peo ple are urged to go hard and blow their remaining funny money on the final pig “Justrace. go crazy,” laughed Mackay RDA Vice President Roz Ferguson.
Community Groups and not-for-profits now have access to an online resource that has already been embraced by more than 100 lo cal sporting clubs.
“Two of our riders came second in the state of Queensland, which we were really happy about, in their particular classes,” said Roz. “We have one girl who actually rides on her own now, she’s learnt so well she rides on her own, and she came second in Queensland, so we were really proud of Lastthat.” year, RDA Mackay received Centre of Excellence Accreditation from RDA “ItQueensland.showsthat, within this Mackay centre, we are really trying hard to make the cen tre a great place for people to come, not just to ride, but to visit and to volunteer as well,” said Roz. “We’re always on the hunt for volunteers.
Connect has been very successful in building club sus tainability,” Mayor Williamson said.
“With the tools and the webi nars on Clubs Connect, our members can understand what good governance is all about and be able to fulfil their re sponsibilities,” Ms Grannall Mayorsaid.
“You don’t have to be horse involved, there are many different opportunities.
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RDA is an organisation that provides horse riding therapy for children and adults liv ing with a disability in the Mackay region.
On Sunday August 7, about 60 lost sheep, including 10 children and teenagers, gathered for the 92nd anniversary service of Calen Uniting Church, the only Protestant Church building in Calen established in 1930 as a union church of Methodists and Presbyterians. The program, on the theme of Little Bo Peep Has Lost Her Sheep, included handouts for the kids, mainly Cecil the Lost Sheep, Andrew McDonagh’s ver sion of the Parable of the Lost Sheep (Luke 15:1-7).
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Kucom Theatre director Bron wyn Grannall said Clubs Con nect made committee members feel like they were supported with expert knowledge.
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The first try came in the 13th when a Bran don Finnegan grubber found the goal post and was picked up by Ewan Coutts, giving the home side an early lead.
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The Cutters were in again with Hiale Roy croft barrelling his way across the line after picking up a knocked-back ball, bringing the Cutters right back into the game at 2418 with 10 minutes to go.
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Asuperb century by dashing bats man Haiden Mellifont has pro pelled Mercy/St Patrick’s Col lege Senior Boys cricket team into the second round of the 2022 Queensland StreetSmarts Secondary Schools Twenty20 State Challenge. The 17-year-old master blaster cracked an entertaining 100 off only 34 balls before retiring to help Mercy/St Patrick’s amass an incredible 4-288 against Bowen State High School last week at Harrup Park. Mellifont smashed seven sixes and eleven boundaries during his power-laden knock and shared a quickfire opening stand of 178 – off only 80 deliveries – with team mate Etienne Pretorius. The stroke-playing Pretorius thumped 78 runs off 46 balls which included three sixes and nine boundaries before also retiring.
The Falcons led 18-6 at halftime and continued their form into the sec ond half, with a movement through the backline de livering space for War brick to cross again in the 46th minute.
A counter-attack and a crafty kick saw Fal cons’ winger Sualauvi Faalogo score after the hooter putting the nail in the coffin of the Cutters’ season. Despite some fight, the fulltime score was 36-18, dashing the Cutters’ hopes of a fi nals spot in September. The Cutters will travel to Port Moresby this weekend to play the Papua New Guin ea Hunters in the final match of the season tomorrow afternoon. Earlier in the afternoon, the Mackay Cut ters Colts defeated the Falcons 24-20 in a thrilling contest. TON
The Cutters 2022 finals dream is over, going down to the Falcons after showing some end-of-season grit. Photos supplied: Mackay Cutters
The Cutters have recently found form, tak ing down top-of-the-table sides the two weeks previous, but their dream end-ofseason run came to an end on Saturday Theafternoon.firstten minutes of the match saw pos session shared evenly and was riddled with mistakes and penalties from both teams.
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Another batsman to shine was Liam Zur vas who contributed 26 runs off 12 balls in a mammoth Twenty20 total. In reply, Bowen State High were bundled out for a paltry 50 with quicks Jack Muller (3-8 off three), Liam Newbery (3-13 off four), leg spinner Nick Beardmore (1-4 off two), Joel McFarlane (1-0 off one) and Joe Vella (1-1 off one) the chief destroyers. By Chris Karas
Talented St Patrick’s opening batsman Haiden Mellifont smashed a superb 100 off only 34 balls in his team’s resounding victory over Bowen State High in the State Secondary Schools Twenty20 Cricket Challenge at Harrup Park
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Some Kaylyn Ponga-esque footwork from Blake Wilson all but sealed the deal for the Falcons, scoring under the posts in the 75th minute.
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The Mackay Cutters took to the BB Print Stadium field for the last time this season, hoping to upset the second-placed Sunshine Coast Falcons to keep their season alive.
The Falcons hit back soon after with a crafty outside inside ball allowing Blake Wilson to stride over untouched.
The rest of the first half went the way of the visitors, with Tyson Smoothy scoring under the posts in the 28th minute and a smart offload and some quick footwork seeing Will Warbrick craft his way under the posts in the next set of the subse quent restart.
The Cutters weren’t done yet as a pinpoint cross-field kick from Finnegan saw Jake Riley cross in the corner, giving the Cutters a sniff.
The past presidents’ men vs ladies day is on at Goosies on Monday af ternoon, 12th September. You don’t have to be a past president to play, just a full bowls member. Organise a team of four men or four ladies and check out the notice on the notice board.
Wanderers Australia has sent over 7000 players to all parts of the world over the past 25 years in netball, hock ey, cricket, AFL and soccer. The 18-day netball tours will be led by elite level coaches with Kacee, Shay lah, Tenille and Isabelle excited about broadening their netball education and gaining valuable international ex Highlightsperience. of the England and France tour include a visit to London with all the sights; attending an English Pre mier League soccer match; tour of the scenic Cotswolds; receiving expert coaching from top level coaches; tour ing the World War 1 battlefields of the Somme where the ANZACS fought 100 years ago and finishing with a visit to Paris. By Chris Karas
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Alex Cameron and Ernie Sealy manned the box last Saturday Exciting Mercy College Mackay netball prospects Shaylah Pershouse, Kacee Ziegeler and Tenille Cotter will tour England and France with Wanderers Australia in 2024 St Patrick’s College Mackay netball ace Isabelle Sinn Lorraine Silman in action in the mixed pairs competition
Mercy College students Kacee Ziege ler, Shaylah Pershouse and Tenille Cotter have been chosen to partici pate on the Wanderers Australia In ternational Netball tour of England and France in 2024 where they’ll play eight matches against top club, county and representative teams in the United OutstandingKingdom.StPatrick’s College goalkeeper Isabelle Sinn has also been selected for next year’s Wan derers Australia International Net ball tour of Fiji. Players aged 13 to 18 in 2023 are eligible to tour. Ziegeler and Pershouse are talented goal defenders and Capricornia rep resentatives while the capable Cotter is a promising centre court exponent and shooter with bright futures in the sport. The trio have achieved tremendous success with Mackay representative teams and helped Mercy College cap ture the Division 6 Trophy at this year’s Queensland Independent Secondary Schools Netball (QISSN) tournament. Sinn, a teak-tough defender, was in strumental in St Patrick’s clinching a third consecutive Mackay District Secondary Schools Sport Netball championship this season and help ing the College attain a top five finish at QISSN.
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Monday mixed pairs winners were Glen Fahy and Peter Crawford, followed by Gloria Sam and Pam Louis. Rob Evans and Lurline Ford won the lucky draws. Wednesday ladies’ day was taken out by Anne Bailey, Narelle Schmidtke and Carmel Bell. In second place were Jenny Grech, Jean Comelli and Daphne Offield. Thursday mixed pairs: a winning day for Bruce McCubben and Ian McDonald with Jan Little and Paul Goldston in second spot. Greens vouchers were won by Shane Trannore and Andrew Coates. Friday mixed pairs’ winners were Neil Blucher and John Priest. Lucky draw win ners were Daphne Offield and Mary-Anne Bartolo followed by Jean Comelli and Saturdaypartner. men’s day winning team was a triples team of Shane Trannore, Alex Cam eron and Ian Rowan, with Tony Allsop and Doug Dungavell in second place. Contributed by Tony Allsop
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Four of Mackay’s best young netball prospects will embark on junior international tours to Fiji plus England and France during 2023 and 2024.
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Promising St Patrick’s forward Levi Love turned in a strong performance in his side’s 24-12 loss to Ignatius Park in the Aaron Payne Cup Grand Final Dynamic utility Bray Tait shone for St Patrick’s in the Aaron Payne Cup decider against Ignatius Park in Townsville
Newly appointed Mackay Cut ters Head Coach Michael Comerford has just experi enced a week of mixed fortunes in the world of rugby league. Only days after agreeing to take over the reins from departing Cutters’ Head Coach Dave Elliott for the next two seasons, the widely respected Comerford has missed out on a fairy tale Aaron Payne Cup premiership with his much-vaunted St Patrick’s College Mackay team. Comerford will step down from his Sports Coordinator role at Mercy College on October 4 to take up the full time Head Coaching position at his beloved Cutters. With Elliott accepting the Head Coach role at Norths Devils for the 2023 and 2024 seasons, the astute Comerford was aiming to finish his schoolboy coaching commitments on a winning note. But hats off to Ignatius Park College who have added the Aaron Payne Cup to their trophy cabinet after reg istering a 24-12 Grand Final victo ry over St Patrick’s last Friday at the Queensland Country Bank Stadium in Townsville. In yet another torrid clash between the northern Queensland schoolboy titans, Ignatius Park have claimed the honours after stepping up with two late tries in an enterprising finish. Turning point came with Ignatius Park leading 18-12 inside the final ten minutes when boom St Patrick’s cen tre Kai Simon appeared to be taken off the ball when charging for the try line to pounce on a perfectly weighted Ethan Van Kerkwyk grubber kick. No action was taken and Ignatius Park re sponded with a sweeping 70 metre move ment downfield that led to a crucial four pointer as the home side seized the advan Spearheadedtage. by top prospect Jack Wood, the Townsville youngsters jumped to an early 12-0 lead before the elusive Simon nabbed a converted try for St Patrick’s be fore the break. When St Patrick’s centre Bray Tait crossed for his side’s second try after the interval to level up proceedings the scene was set for a gripping finale. Having also lifted the 2022 Confraternity Shield, Ignatius Park have now set their sights on beating Dolphins Cup winners St Brendan’s Yeppoon in this week’s show down at the Mackay Junior League Fields. St Brendan’s toppled The Cathedral Col lege 20-6 in last week’s final to set up another tilt with Ignatius Park with the winner to meet either Ipswich State High School or reigning champions Palm Beach-Currumbin State High in the NRL Schoolboys Phil Hall Cup Grand Final at Robina’s Cbus Super Stadium on the Gold Coast. By Chris Karas
Glynis Forse (2nd), Emily Dalglish (1st), Carmel Grech (3rd), Mick Vivian (3rd), Angus Jacobs (1st) and Liam Mumford (2nd) Donald Orr and Frankie from Podiatry Mackay present Junior Magic Mile winners with their cash prizes – Cooper Leeson (1st U13), Millie Bishop (2nd U18), Lily Leven (1st U18), Oliver Rule (1st U18), Toby Rule (2nd U18), Damien Rutland (3rd U18) and Hughie Bishop in front (1st U13)
U13 gold medallist Cooper Leeson was also the winner of the coveted Magic Mile Milo Award presented to him by the 2021 winner and 2nd placed under thirteen winner, Hughie Bishop.
Emily Dalglish had an amazing race to take the top prize ahead of Glynis Forse and Carmel ExcellentGrech.performances also came from Nick Rewald, Alex Couldrey, Kay Nyenuh, Justin Rule, Craig Andrews, Derek Woods, John Couldrey, Alan Zamparutti, Joe Grech, Shane Donnollan, Ricky Parker, Ben Ransom, David Isbister, Jan Smith, Carmel Mahon, Patreana Fenech, Geeta Ariani, Andrew Short and former Magic Mile champion, Judy Zahn.
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U18 Podiatry Mackay Junior Magic Mile winner Oliver Rule (far right) leads the field in a great sprint finish for gold over his younger Brother Toby (#173), Damien Rutland (#197) and Hamish Donollan (#73)
The Junior and Open races were run sepa rately with the juniors taking pole position as first starters.
Week one and two of three weeks play for the Novice Anne Hird Memorial Trophy have been played on Monday 8 August and Monday 15 August. This competition runs over three weeks, and each Novice draws a new over partner each week. Novices must play with three different partners to win the Playerstrophy. will need to play well on the last day of competition, as Pamela Finger has played very well over the last two weeks and is in the lead, followed closely by Anne Lutz and Sandy Patterson.
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BRIDGE Monday 15 August 22 - 8 Table Mitchell Green Points – Anne Hird Memorial Trophy (Novice Players) Week 2 of 3 N/S E/W 1st Anne Lutz / Geoff Taylor 1st Lorna Shuttlewood / Pamela Finger 2nd Joyce Deguara / Victor Mason 2nd Terrence Sheedy / Maria Setiyawan 3rd Diane Stokes / Nancy Martin 3rd Marie McGuire / Vicki Howard 4th Sandy Patterson Helen Van Den Broek 4th Patricia Garner / Ian Gaskell Friday 19 August 22 – 6 Table Mitchell Green Points N/S E/W 1st Terrence Sheedy / Noel Bugeia 1st Joy Robinson / Geoff Taylor 2nd Helen Van Den Broek / Don Poole 2nd Nancy Martin / Kath Poole 3rd Carol Gaskell / Ian Gaskell 3rd Geoff Cowan / Noel Saunders Monday 8 August 22 – 8 Table Mitchell Green Points – Anne Hird Memorial Trophy (Novice Players) Week 1 of 3 N/S E/W 1st Marilyn Wilson -Nicoll / Noel Bugeia 1st Eric Goodchild / Pamela Finger 2nd Elrae Trueman / Patricia Garner 2nd Sandy Patterson / Terrence Sheedy 3rd Anne Lutz / Jan Harris 3rd Marie McGuire / Ian Gaskell 3rd Cheryl Machen / Nancy Martin 4th Eric Leivesley / Susan Ross Wednesday 17 August 22 – 9 Table Mitchell Green Points N/S E/W 1st Joy Brunette / Don Poole 1st Monica Darley / Kath Poole 2nd Maria Setiyawan / Frances Brown 2nd Jan Harris / Sandra Morris 3rd Susan Ross / Vicki Howard 3rd Joy Robinson / Robert Carless 4th Eric Goodchild / Debra Goodchild 4th Josie Crowley / Barbara Tait Saturday 20 August 22 – 10 Table Mitchell Green Points N/S E/W 1st Frances Brown / Alan Brown 1st Diane Holewa / Max Holewa 2nd Joy Robinson / Ken Seaniger 2nd David Ting / Ming Ting 3rd Monica Darley / Kath Poole 3rd Anne Lutz / Geoff Cowan 4th Julie O’Neill / Margaret Lane 4th Janelle Conroy / Robert Carless 5th Griffin Bancroft / Michael Steinfeldz Anne Hird Memorial Trophy results – Weeks 1 and 2 Mackay Contract Bridge Club Results Finger Takes Lead In Memorial Trophy RUNNING
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The North Queensland Bulk Ports (NQBP) Open Magic Mile and the Podiatry Mackay Magic Mile were run and won in perfect running conditions from the Mackay Marina Breakwater en trance last Sunday morning. NQBP generously closed off the Breakwa ter Road at 7am, allowing the avid runners to focus on their sprint race distance of 1800 metres.
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Lily Leven continued her excellent form this year to break the tape first ahead of a very fast finishing Millie Bishop in the U18 Bothgirls. girls are also on regional representa tive duties this following week.
Angus Jacobs had an outstanding NQBP Magic Mile win mere seconds ahead of previous winner Liam Mumford and first time Magic Miler Mick Vivian.
This Sunday’s Pre-Father’s Day event will be a cross country loop course held from the Lamberts Beach Park playground pre cincts commencing 7am. Non-members are welcome for a $10 race day fee.
2021 Magic Mile Milo winner Hughie Bishop (left) presents the 2022 Magic Mile Milo coveted award to Cooper Leeson (right). Photos supplied: Janelle Tilse
Oliver Rule, who will represent Queensland at the Cross Country National Titles in Ad elaide next week, was in top form to snatch gold from his younger speedy sibling, Toby Rule and 2022 Junior Eungella King of the Mountain winner Damien Rutland. The talented U18 junior male field includ ed Hamish Donnollan and Luke Leven, who are all peaking towards representative duties in the coming weeks.
Feature Property 1704 Bruce Highway, The Leap features 2/27 Margaret Vella Dr. Paget | p: 07 4998 5922 | m: 0439 708 938LOCALLY OWNED “28 years servicing Mackay and surrounding areas, quality, reliable service at competitive prices” INDUSTRIAL, DOMESTIC AND RURAL SHEDS, CARPORTS AND GARAGES
Enhanced by the picturesque surrounding mountains & presenting to the market for the very first time, this premier acreage property on over 20 acres is a relaxing family haven and the perfect entertainer!
The large third bathroom is found in an ideal spot for when you’re hosting your housewarming party, located right by the rear door to the entertaining area. The genius layout of this impressive home will certainly be appreciated by all!
BED BATH CAR SHED 10 Y3 OPEN5+ Saturday 10:30-11:00am Magnificently Proportioned Home & Massive Shed on Over 20 Acres! Mark Daniel 0400 257 229
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Positioned privately from the road, this superb family home showcases enormous proportions, high ceilings, & floor tiles throughout. Designed with luxury and comfort in mind, this fully airconditioned property is the quintessential family abode.
Five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a separate study (or 6th bedroom), three living areas, a huge entertaining zone, and an 18m x 8m powered shed with an 11m x 6m awning, are a line-up of attributes rarely found. Raising your family here will be a beautiful blessing…
Beyond the huge patio, the giant 18m x 8m powered shed with an 11m x 6m front awning sits at a safe distance from the main house yard. Beautiful established gardens surround this fabulous property, giving additional privacy to this heart-warming home. The huge, beautifully manicured house yard area presents a stunning collection of fruit trees, a chicken coop, and large storage shed. If running a few cattle has been high on your list for some time, this majestic block will easily Positionedaccommodate!10to 15mins from Mackay City Centre, this much-loved property will tug at your heartstrings & linger in your mind. The time to act is NOW!
Multiple living areas include a huge games room with a hideaway built-in TV cabinet & direct access to the large outdoor living space, an enormous open-plan family living zone, and an inviting semi-formal lounge area overlooking the lush outdoors. As you can imagine, all rooms enjoy the stunning views that living on over 20 acres with a mountainous backdrop offers.
The beautiful kitchen boasts a feature ceiling, granite benchtops, a breakfast bar, dishwasher, wide wall oven, microwave nook, a convenient servery window to the entertaining area, and a large walk-in pantry featuring a sensor light, making a swift midnight munchies dash even easier!
The grand master suite & a large study with a bonus built-in sewing nook, rest in a private wing of the home gently separated from the main house through the huge entrance foyer. The master bedroom features two, large walk-in wardrobes & a spacious ensuite boasting an extralarge shower. All remaining bedrooms feature built-in robes, whilst TV points feature in every bedroom. The family bathroom is positioned perfectly to service the remaining bedrooms. When the ironing is getting on top of you, imagine waltzing into the welcoming space of this lush laundry room! Equipped with TV points, a double sink & plenty of folding space, this room will be a pleasure to work in!
Join us for the auction on Monday, 19th of September at 6pm in the Explore Property Auction Room. Offers prior to the auction are welcome.
Address: 224 Victoria Street, Mackay Phone: 07 4898 1909 1704 Bruce Highway, The Leap Enhanced by the picturesque surrounding mountains and presenting to the market for the very first time, this premier acreage property on over 20 acres is a relaxing family haven and the perfect entertainer! A stunning kitchen with WIP, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a separate study (or 6th bedroom), three living areas, a huge entertaining zone, and an 18m x 8m powered shed with an 11m x 6m awning, are a line-up of attributes rarely found. Raising your family here will be a beautiful blessing! Auction; 6pm Monday 19th September in the Explore Property Auction Room. Offers prior to the auction are welcome. Price Auction Explore 10:30-11:00amSaturday BED BATH CAR SHED 3 10 Y5+ DanielMark 0400 257 229 Fresh Listing
This character filled home is nestled high in Rural View and minutes' walk to Eimeo State school. Upstairs you are greeted by high ceilings, skylights and original polished floorboards in the living area. Casement windows are featured throughout the home and are waiting to be restored to their former glory. The kitchen has been previously updated and there is a deck for outdoor living situated off the main living zone. The house features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and an internal laundry upstairs. Homes of this style are seldom come across in the northern beaches and present the opportunity for buyers to restore and rejuvenate. Auction 6pm 19th September, 224 Victoria Street, Mackay.
PricePrice AuctionAuction ExploreExplore 11:45-12:15pmSaturday9:00-9:30amSaturdayBED BATH CAR SHED BED BATH CAR 1.5 42 Y43 4 HigginsCiaraBarnesLuke 0418 188 697 0431 005 726 EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES WITH BEN CHICK 0418 764 399 SOLD 11 Mulherin Street, East Mackay “Such a seamless process with Ben & his team. They couldn’t have been any easier to work with!” - Barb & Tahnee, Sellers Price$600,000
Sitting proud in a quite area of Bucasia, this high set home offers endless opportunities. Open plan kitchen, dining and living area, with covered rear balcony and views. 784m2 allotment, with side access available and an existing 3 bay powered shed for the tools and toys. Within walking distance to groceries, public transport and shopping village, or a short drive will have you at schools or the magnificent Northern Beaches. Inspections are a must, for those buyers looking for value for money in our current market. Owner encourages offers for consideration prior to auction. Auction to be held Monday 19th September at 6:00pm, 224 Victoria Street, Mackay.
Address: 224 Victoria Street, Mackay Phone: 07 4898 1909
1 McHugh Street, Rural View 35 Bezzina Court, Bucasia
PricePricePrice OffersBy$695,000NegotiationOver$509,000 ExploreExploreExplore Saturday 9:00By9:00-9:30amSaturday9:30amAppointmentBEDBATHCARBEDBATHCAR 222 232444 RichardsonMaxine 0422 108 116 RichardsonMaxine 0422 108 116 DanielMark 0400 257 229 BED BATH CAR
Address: 224 Victoria Street, Mackay Phone: 07 4898 1909 3 Regency Cres, Beaconsfield 5 Eros Court, Ooralea 15 Marjorie St, Walkerston
This brand-new home is one for the taking! Featuring an open plan living, dining and kitchen area, with a/c and fans. The kitchen featuring an island bench and breakfast bar, plus walk-in pantry. Master bedroom is carpeted with a fan, a/c, WIR and ensuite. Three more spacious bedrooms carpeted with a/c, fans and BIR. Fully tiled formal bathroom with tub and separate toilet. Laundry includes ample storage space. Cosy media room carpeted with fan and a/c. Outdoor entertaining area and double bay remote controlled garage. Featuring a tiled open plan kitchen, dining and living area with a/c and fans, a stunning kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large island bench and breakfast bar plus ample bench and cupboard space. Master bedroom carpeted with a/c, a fan, a gorgeous modern ensuite and WIR. Bedroom 2 carpeted with a/c, a fan and BIR. Bedroom 3 carpeted with a fan and BIR. Bedroom 4 or office carpeted with a fan and BIR. The modern formal bathroom is fully tiled with stunning finishes and a bathtub. The laundry includes a BIR and access to outside. Outdoor undercover entertaining area overlooks the fully fenced yard with a garden shed. Double bay remote control garage. Side access available. Nestled amongst quality homes in a highly sought-after area, this fully a/c, picture-perfect family home with side access to a 5x7m powered shed out the back will appeal to you from the moment you pull up! A spacious and light-filled living area greets you upon entry and flows through to a large dining space, huge kitchen area and a 2nd living zone. The spacious master bedroom features a convenient ensuite and BIRs are found in all bedrooms. Walkerston holds a special spot in the hearts of many, thanks to the country-style charm and relaxed atmosphere, whilst boasting all the essential shops you could possibly need!
Address: 224 Victoria Street, Mackay Phone: 07 4898 1909 EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES WITH MAXINE RICHARDSON 0422 108 116 EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES WITH MAXINE RICHARDSON 0422 108 116 EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES WITH MAXINE RICHARDSON 0422 108 116 SOLDSOLDSOLD 5 Malabar Ct, Glenella 14 Bradco Ave, Ooralea 22 Wisteria Ave, Bakers Creek "We would highly recommend buying through Maxine. Her kindness, communication, professionalism and efficiency made the whole process a positive experience. We cannot thank Maxine enough!" Carmen and Luke, Buyers - Over 2,000 online views - Over 30 online enquires - High demand location - Buyers wanting to purchase today! "Thanks Maxine, I have bought a lot of houses over the years, and you made this experience of purchasing this house so easy. Thanks again!" Malcolm and Joanne, Buyers PricePricePrice $435,00$525,000$615,000
Address: 224 Victoria Street, Mackay Phone: 07 4898 1909 EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES WITH MAXINE RICHARDSON 0422 108 116 EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES WITH MAXINE RICHARDSON 0422 108 116 EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES WITH MAXINE RICHARDSON 0422 108 116 SOLDSOLDSOLD 3 Gingham Street, Glenella 24 Spinnaker Way, Bucasia 1 and 2/9 Christie St, East Mackay - Over 45 groups through in the first 2 weeks! - Multiple Offers - High demand location! - Buyers wanting to purchase today! - Under contract at the first open home! - Over 1400 online views - Buyers wanting to purchase today! - Multiple offers - Over 2000 online views - Over 30 online enquiries - Buyers wanting to purchase today! PricePricePrice $434,000$535,000$665,000
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PriceTimeAgent MACKAY Saturday 27 August 1B2 1 Andergrove Rd, Andergrove O/F $325K1:00-1:30Gardian 2B255C Coles Rd, Andergrove From $399,00011:15-11:45Blacks RE 3A27 Dundee Ct, Andergrove O/F $449K11:00-11:30Gardian 4A212 Richard St, Andergrove $459,0009:30-10:30Blacks RE 5A214 Cod Pl, Andergrove $529,0002:00-3:00T&C 226 Miran Khan Dr, Armstrong BeachBY NEG10:30-11:00Gardian 6B1 5 Bellavista Cct, Beaconsfield O/O $597,00011:45-12:15Explore 7B1 3 Regency Cres, Beaconsfield $695,000 Neg9:00-9:30Explore 8B1 33 Cassia St, Beaconsfield By Negotiation1:00-1:30Explore 9D2185 Goldsmith St, East Mackay $339,000 Neg9:30-10:00Explore 10C297 Goldsmith St, East Mackay O/F $395,00010:00-10:30Explore 11 C32/5 Vaucluse Cres, East Mackay $429,000 Neg11:00-11:30Explore 472 Gorge Rd, Finch Hatton $375,00010:00-11:00Blacks RE 12C122 Victor Ave, Glenella $395K11:00-11:30Gardian 71 Olletts Rd, Habana O/F $1,100,00012:30-1:30Blacks RE 13C26/9 Porter St, Mackay $195K10:00-10:30Gardian 14C2343 Alfred St, Mackay AUCTION10:00-10:30Gardian 15C249/26 River St, Mackay BY NEG9:30-10:00Gardian 16C24 Grant St, Mackay BY NEG12:15-12:45Gardian 17C2301/2 Nelson St, Mackay BY NEG10:15-10:45Gardian 18B113 Raymond Croker Ave, Mt Pleasant$449,00011:15-11:45Blacks RE 19B22/1A Piccolo St, North Mackay O/F $349K12:00-12:30Gardian 20C115 Montys Pl, North Mackay $520K9:00-9:30Gardian 21D18 Woden Cres, Ooralea $565K9:00-9:30Gardian 22D111 Churchill Ave, Ooralea By Negotiation10:00-10:30Explore 23D15 Eros Ct, Ooralea By Negotiation9:00-9:30Explore 60 Moonlight Dr, Sarina $610,0001:30-2:30Blacks RE 21 Muggleton St, Sarina Auction12:00-12:30Explore 198 Marlborough-Sarina Rd, SarinaAUCTION12:00-12:30Gardian 24C2255 Evan St, South Mackay $320,00010:00-10:30Blacks RE 25C2171 Evan St, South Mackay $510,00010:30-11:00Blacks RE 26C216 Forth St, South Mackay Auction10:30-11:00Explore 1704 Bruce Hwy, The Leap Auction10:30-11:00Explore 27C222 Johnson St, West Mackay $425K11:30-12:00Gardian 193 Pleystowe Connection Rd, BalnagowanAuct 27/8,12pm11:00-12:00Blacks RE 28B113 Hugh Reilly Ct, Mount PleasantO/F $598K11:15-11:45Gardian 776 MtMartin Loop Rd, Mt Martin Auct 1/10,12pm2:30-4:00Blacks RE FlagGridAddress PriceTimeAgent MACKAY continued Sunday 28 August 5A214 Cod Pl, Andergrove $529,0002:00-3:00T&C 29D364 McGrath St, Bakers Creek BY NEG10:30-11:00Gardian 51 Clive Rogers Dr, Mirani AUCTION10:00-10:30Gardian 29 Brooksfield Dr, Sarina Beach BY NEG9:30-10:00Gardian 30C24 Marryatt St, West Mackay BY NEG11:00-11:30Gardian NORTHERN BEACHES Saturday 27 August 311/15 Bilgola Pl, Blacks Beach O/F $379K10:00-10:30Gardian 3216 Seafarer Ct, Blacks Beach BY NEG11:00-11:30Gardian 3353 Coogee Tce, Blacks Beach BY NEG9:00-9:30Gardian 3435 Bezzina Ct, Bucasia Auction11:45-12:15Explore 3541 Schooner Ave, Bucasia By Negotiation9:15-9:45Explore 362 Moreton Dr, Rural View O/A $467,00010:30-11:00Explore 371 McHugh St, Rural View Auction9:00-9:30Explore 3830 Sologinkin Rd, Rural View BY NEG10:00-10:30Gardian 39 6 Sir 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42 Property Guide Friday August 26th 2022 GARDEN MAINTENANCEPROPERTY BUILDERS ARE YOU SELLING YOUR PROPERTY? Make Sure You Are Seen! • Mackay and Whitsundays Most Read Weekly Newspaper • Largest Distribution Coverage: Mackay, Whitsundays including Bowen and Collinsville, Bowen Basin and now in every major Service Station between Townsville and Mackay • Distribution Stands in Mackay, Whitsundays, and Moranbah Regional Airports • Our Region’s Only FREE Newspaper • Dedicated Open Homes, Maps and Listings included • FREE Digital Listing included • Locally Owned, Community Loved 0429 035 046 bookings@mackayandwhitsundaylife.com mackayandwhitsundaylife.com.au YOUWHYWOULDADVERTISEANYWHEREELSE?Talk to your agent today or selling privately contact us to BOOK NOW! ONE STOP SHOP - BUILDERS - GRANNY FLATS - HOUSE RESTUMPING • HOUSE LEVELLING • HOUSE RENOVATIONS • REPORTS/INSPECTIONS • NEW HOMES • EXTENSIONS • UNDERPINNING • STRUCTURAL WORKS • HOUSE RAISING HOUSEBUILDINGRAISING & RE-STUMPING0748365056/0427933 777 m: 0400 517 917 e: cal@workhorsemaintenance.com.auFreequotations PRICEREDUCED p: 4955 1020 | m: 0477 610 089 | e: sales@townandcountry.properties www.townandcountry.properties OPEN HOUSE SAT 27 & SUN 28/08 2.00-3.00PM 14 Cod Place, Andergrove WELL PRESENTED FAMILY HOME IN ANDERGROVE • 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, double lock-up garage on 638m2 allotment • Open plan tiled living area with vinyl dining area, bedrooms carpeted • Tiled entertainment area with plantation shuttered lock-up bi-folds • Air-con security screens and fans throughout • Powered 2.3m high single bay shed with 2 way access • 3.3m high covered concreted caravan parking bay • Quiet family friendly street in Andergrove, close to schools & shops $529,000 4 2 3
Rural Home for the Family on a Hectare City Living
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Would you love a huge family home that offers multiple indoor and outdoor living areas set on the fringe of the CBD? Would you also like a home that offers all that plus potential for a home-based business including off-street parking… then look no further. 343 Alfred Street offers one the opportunity to live in the city. There is no lack of living areas inside either, as the home offers a family room with living and dining areas and a second generous, light-filled enclosed patio, in addition to 5 generously sized bedrooms. Outdoor living and entertaining are a delight at this home, as it offers a covered outdoor entertainment area and manicured low maintenance backyard. The home is fully fenced and has 2-bay garage.
Tiled flooring and carpet flow throughout the home with the black accents complementing the open plan living and dining area that spills out onto the entertainer’s patio that overlooks the breathtaking countryside.
The home is ideally located in the ever-popular estate Pioneer lakes. The estate, set in the heart of Mirani, is only 10 minutes from the Marian Town Centre and only another 35 minutes from Mackay. Mirani is a small-town community with many major city conveniences.
www.gardian.com.au 07 4957 7424@gardiangroup @gardianmackay In partnership withBen0435Ryan04080407MickBen0435Ryan04080407MickKerriskMcLeod514983777971Patton825323KerriskMcLeod514983777971Patton825323 51 Clive Rogers Drive, Mirani 343 Alfred Street, South Mackay OPEN SUN 10:00AM - 10:30AM OPEN SAT 10:00AM - 10:30AM 222245
This outstanding rural home is built by renowned builder ‘Rebtzke homes’ and features key elements for the whole family to enjoy; 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms and multiple generously sized living areas and more. You and all of your family will be impressed by both the modern style and quality touches that are featured in this family home. Privacy is paramount here and an amazing feeling of free space is represented by the unique design. The construct of the home incorporates high ceilings and glass panel windows allowing an abundance of natural light and ventilation.
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Lowset Family Home in Convenient Location
Do you want a really big block with fantastic side access to a shed? Would you like a cute cottage that’s in good condition? How about within walking distance to The Gooseponds? Then look no further than 4 Elizabeth Street in North Mackay. The house itself is clean, tidy and very liveable as the astute buyer will see how easily it can be renovated and turned into a chic cottage with modern bedrooms and kitchen. Set on a 986sqm block, this cottage with modern touches throughout is perfectly located in a quiet part of North Mackay with easy access to schools, shops and other community facilities.
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www.gardian.com.au 07 4957 7424@gardiangroup @gardianmackay In partnership withBen0435Ryan04080407MickBen0435Ryan04080407MickKerriskMcLeod514983777971Patton825323KerriskMcLeod514983777971Patton825323 30 Sologinkin Road, Rural View 4 Elizabeth Street, North Mackay OPEN SAT 10:00AM - 10:30AM
This modern air-conditioned family home is positioned in the forever popular Rural View. Perfect for the growing family this 4+ bedroom home has a certain standard of comfort, a dedicated office and second living room allows for the largest of families. Located close to all the necessary amenities and fantastic schools in our great community. This home has real street presence and consists of a number of living areas with an abundance of storage. A layout, made for entertaining with a beautiful outdoor patio, with well-kept lawns and gardens on a 845 m2 block. Some of the many features include: - Spacious main bedroom with ensuite - Four good sized bedrooms - Separate office - Multiple living areas both inside and outside - Air-conditioning throughout - Large Outdoor patio - Double lock up garage - Garden shed - 845sqm fully fenced allotment
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Cute Cottage and Shed Near The Gooseponds
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A relaxed atmosphere is what you will feel when you enter this immaculately presented North Mackay residence. The property boasts a light and bright appearance throughout accentuated by open plan living internally and externally designed to host a number of guests. With its quality finishing and neutral colour palette, it’s clear that this property coupled with the prized location being within close proximity to the Mater Hospital, the home won’t be around for long.
Simply one of this popular area’s best valued properties ensures that 15 Monty’s Place is a must see for any fastidious purchaser! Its quality and style will be sure to impress all. $520,000
Mick was incredibly helpful throughout the whole process of buying our home. Honest, transparent and very helpful. It was so nice to feel like our real estate agent was so trustworthy as opposed to trying to squeeze every last dollar possible out of us. Would highly recommend working with Mick for buying or selling. 2 Mackenzie Street, West Mackay
www.gardian.com.au 07 4957 7424@gardiangroup @gardianmackay In partnership withBen0435Ryan04080407MickKerriskMcLeod514983777971Patton825323 SOLD Ben Kerrisk 0407 514 983 Mick McLeod 0408 777 971 Ryan Patton 0435 825 323 15 Montys Place, North Mackay OPEN SAT 9:00AM - 9:30AM 224 Quality and Style near the Hospital
North Mackay is the perfect location for couples or growing families. Within a short drive you'll find Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre, great public and private schools and only a short drive to Mackay’s CBD.
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This property sold after two open homes packed with dozens of buyers. If you’re thinking of selling give David a call.31 Bradman Drive, Glenella
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www.gardian.com.au 07 4957 7424@gardiangroup @gardianmackay In partnership withBen0435Ryan04080407MickKerriskMcLeod514983777971Patton825323 SOLD David Fisher 0408 672 703 18 Margaret Street, Walkerston BY APPOINTMENT 313
Great Location with a Great Shed
Overall, this feature packed property in its prime location represents a great opportunity. Whether entering the property market, investing, or even retiring, an inspection is a must. Make sure to book your appointment today! By Negotiation
This quality home is located in the highly sought-after suburb of Walkerston. Having undergone a freshen up of vinyl flooring through and repainted. Original style high set home, hosting 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom upstairs with multi-purpose rooms downstairs and all on a big block with a great shed. Walkerston is sought after by many families due to its proximity to local schools and a number of shopping precincts and only a short drive to the CBD, Sporting fields, restaurants, cafes, local shops provide additional services.
Two Level Apartment With Fantastic River Views
Level B - Is home to a well-appointed master bedroom with ensuite, walk-in-robe and lovely views. Bedrooms two and three are very spacious with good sized built in robes. Also on this level is a study nook.
Fusion Apartments are widely regarded as Mackay's number one residential riverside location .
Level A - A fantastically appointed kitchen featuring stone benchtops, dishwasher, quality appliances and loads of storage along with a substantial light filled tiled living/dining area all opening to a spacious river facing balcony. Tucked away on this level you will also find a good sized laundry with storage and a powder room with guest toilet.
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www.gardian.com.au 07 4957 7424@gardiangroup @gardianmackay In partnership with 301/2 Nelson ST Mackay 49/26 River ST Mackay OPEN SAT 10:15AM - 10:45AM OPEN SAT 9:30AM - 10:00AM 222233Live The Fusion Dream
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Apartment 301 offers a wonderful stress free, secure lifestyle, river and parkland views along with easy access to the Blue Water Trail, Canelands Shopping Town and the variety of restaurants the inner city has on offer. This high end apartment offers extensive open plan living/ dining space opening to a spacious balcony offering wonderful river and parkland views.
Apartment Features - well appointed kitchen with Miele appliances, stone benches, dishwasher and ample storage - expansive open plan living/dining space opening to a spacious - Master bedroom with walk in robe and stylish ensuite with spa - Second and third bedrooms are of good size and include built ins - Well appointed main bathroom - Separate laundry Ideally located in the inner city 'Rivage Complex' is this generously sized, well appointed, dual level luxury apartment. This is low maintenance living at its best with 175m2 of living space, fantastic views of the beautiful Pioneer River, nearby parkland and the distant Hinterlands.
• 888 acres over 4 titles with a wide frontage to the Pioneer River at Pinevale West of Mackay. Cane Production Area of 153 acres with additional 86 acres formerly cultivated now established to irrigatable Rhodes grass pasture. Balance mostly lightly treed open forest ridge country with Signal, Rhodes & Stylo well established. Stock fencing in good order provides 5 paddocks.
• Fibro house needs renovation.
07 4963 2500 | 43 Wood St, Mackay | blacksrealestate.com.au 85 Masottis Road, Homebush 3 2 2 Lot 6 Munbura Road, Munbura 0428 182 569 | rural@blacksrealestate.com.au | Royce Dunn 0428 182 569 | rural@blacksrealestate.com.au | Royce Dunn DIVERSIFIED 102 ACRES CREEK FRONT FARM & FORMER TOURIST VENUE MAKE IT YOURS • Diversity is key to this 102 acres farming and formerly tourist business property on Sandy Creek, under 20 minutes to Mackay at Homebush. • Broad range of sturdy structural improvements include a 3 bedroom & sleep out home, large masonary block garden centre/tourist attraction (formerly Orchid Ways), modern 6m x 9m high clearance zincalum over steel frame shed & various other out buildings including well constructed poultry & aviary runs. Set in pleasant well established gardens, running down to include the fantastic swimming hole. Within 10 mins of Mackay and Sarina. This wonderful and level block allows room for a self sustaining lifestyle for anyone. With room for a large house and shed. The large corner block is 1 hectare (2.5 acres) in size with bitumen road frontage. Your bore is located in the upper corner of the property. The property is a small walk away from Bell Creek which provides a sense of relaxation to the area. High quality soil allows you to create your own self sustaining lifestyle with a lovely garden and poultry.
Inspection$249,000
Auction on site Saturday Inspection17/9/2022at2.00pm
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• Main shed/workshop of 387m2 with high clearance harvester bay and second open front machinery shed.
By Appointment 0428 182 569 | rural@blacksrealestate.com.au | Royce Dunn Pinevale Road, Pinevale RIVERFRONT- CANE & CATTLE
0409 095 703 | pfrancis@blacksrealestate.com.au | Peter Francis 0428 182 569 | rural@blacksrealestate.com.au | Royce Dunn 0436 034 187 | pmills@blacksrealestate.com.au | Peter Mills 07 4963 2500 | 43 Wood St, Mackay | blacksrealestate.com.au 60 Moonlight Drive, Sarina 3 2 2 37 Formosas Road, Pleystowe 5 3 2 472 Gorge Road, Finch Hatton 3 1 2 A LITTLE BIT OF COUNTRY – 2 ACRES RURAL RESORT ON 55 ACRES @ PLEYSTOWE UNFINISHED PROJECT – SHED ON 14 ACRES • Escape the city for 2 acres or rural bliss with a 2017 built home and room for a horse or cows. • Generous open plan living flowing to patio with tranquil rural views. • Kitchen boasting ample cupboard space and walk-in pantry. • Master bedroom with ensuite and WIR, and built-in robes in other bedrooms. • Extras include; fully airconditioned, freshly painted, study nook, 3 rainwater tanks and a fully fenced block. • Situated in the heart of the Pioneer Valley you will be delighted to find this architecturally designed home on 55 acres of lush tropical pasture. • The home and extensively rock landscaped resort style gardens and pool are set privately on a hill commanding views towards the coast across cane fields and into the ranges. • Second high set residence will provide rental income or options for intergenerational family living. • Set up for stock grazing with stockyards and fencing. • Barn style shed of 12m x 14m with 4m awning across rear. • 3 bedroom & office & 1 bathroom. Fit-out not completed. Council approval as shed only. • 14 Acres with tropical pastures & small fruit orchard. • Equipped bore & Mahindra 4x4 wheel tractor included. • Incredible views across Finch Hatton Gorge. • Across the road to the permanently running Gorge Creek. • Under 10 minutes to Finch Hatton $610,000OPEN Sat: 1.30Sat:ByAuction2.30pmon-site15/10/22@12noonInspectionAppointment$375,000OPEN10–11.00amOPENOPEN
0401 835 806 | dcronin@blacksrealestate.com.au | Dan Cronin 0401 835 806 | dcronin@blacksrealestate.com.au | Dan Cronin 07 4963 2500 | 43 Wood St, Mackay | blacksrealestate.com.au 0427 423 553 | gwilson@blacksrealestate.com.au | Glenis Wilson 193 Pleystowe Connection Road, Balnagowan 3 2 9 55C Coles Road, Andergrove 3 2 2 776 Mount Martin Loop Road, Mount Martin 6 2 4 RURAL LIFESTYLE BLOCK !! LAST ONE REMAINING… MAKE IT YOURS! CATTLE BREEDING PROPERTY • 7373 sq metre (about 2 acres) rural lifestyle block within the 20km radius of Mackay. • Solid 3 bedroom highset Qld style home with fully enclosed brick base. • Quality polished hardwood timber floors throughout. Roomy living area. • Second bathroom, laundry and storage to ground level • 3 sheds including a 21m x 8m, 6 lockable bay machinery shed plus high clearance bay. • Perfect location with close proximity to Coles and Woolworths at Andergrove as well as Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre and Mackay CBD! • No Body Corporate Fees! • Current rental return of $495 per week with lease to 15 November 2022! • Two car garage PLUS parking space at the front of the townhouse! • PERFECT if you are downsizing, purchasing your first home or looking for an investment property! • 110.36 hectares (272.7acres) cattle breeding property with sheds, yards and two houses. • Mostly cleared and pastured with signal, humidicola and Rhodes. • Rotationally grazed through four main paddocks. Good 4 barb fencing. • Currently carrying 70 Droughtmaster breeders, two herd bulls and thirty odd calves. • Current carrying capacity is light. The property will comfortably carry 80 to 100 breeders Auction on site Saturday 27/8/2022atnoonOPEN Sat 11.00amOffers12pmfrom$399,000OPEN Sat: 11.15Sat:Auction11.45am1/10/22@noonOPEN2.30-4.00pmOPENOPENOPEN
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Residential Land For Sale
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Available lots range in size from 375 sq m to 715 sq m and are priced from $180,000 through to $215,000.
Somerset Park is located just 5 klms north of the Mackay CBD and is well known for its clean and green image , neighbourly spirit, parks and recreation, as well as its close proximity to public transport and a multitude of amenities.
Some of these amenities include a total of 9 public and private schools , both primary and secondary, childcare, sporting fields, Mackay Golf Club, 2 major shopping centres, 2 local shopping centres, and under 15 minutes drive to some of the best beaches Mackay has on offer.
Blacks Real Estate is now offering these prime residential lots for sale in one of the most convenient locations available in Mackay.
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All allotments are level parcels of land and are ideal for entry level buyers, downsizers and investors alike given the price and proximity to major amenities.
Furthermore potential buyers in Somerset Park can have the comfort that design guidelines are in place to ensure the integrity and visual appeal of the estate will be maintained at a premium level.
