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Free weekly bike rides
Each Saturday morning from 6.30am - 8am we hold social rides for all abilities/ages/bike types spanning from a 15km ride entirely on the bike paths (Blue Water Trail etc) right through to a speedy 30km road cycling group.
Each week we get between 30 and 60 cyclists and everyone usually sticks around and has a social coffee/breakfast after.
We ask for donations to support local charities each week as part of a 'Fun Rides to Fund Raise' initatitve.
It's a brilliant way for so many people to start their weekends and get out for some exercise.
When: 14th May 2011 at 6:30am
Every week on Saturday, until further notice
Where: Mackay
More information contact: Rock N Road Cycles - 07 4957 4484
Sewing Basics - free classes
Do you want to learn basic Sewing Skills? Have you always wanted to be able to replace a button, hand sew a hem or make a simple apron with a sewing machine?
Come and join our program;
• 6 lessons of 2 hours each
• Starting Wednesday 8 February 2012 – 14 March 2012 from 1.00 pm – 3.00 p.m.
• Learn how to sew on buttons, turn up a hem and repair a rip.
• Learn how to read a sewing pattern, measure, cut out and sew a garment.
• Learn how to use a sewing machine to make basic garments.
If you would like to know more or to join this program contact Janette on 4957 2626.
When: 8th Feb 2012 at 1pm - 14th Mar 2012 at 1pm
Where: 4 George Street
More information contact: Janette on 4957 2626
New Friends Coffee Morning
Morning Tea for people who are new to Mackay or just not feeling connected. From February 10 we will be meeting every Friday from 9.30am to 11.00am in the Gordon White Library till the end of the year. As you enter library we are immediately on your left. We look forward to meeting you!
When: 10th Feb 2012 at 9:30am
Every week on Friday, until 21st Dec 2012
Where: Gordon White Library, Phillip Street, Mt Pleasant
More information contact: Toni Woolcock on 0403 499 454
National Seniors Australia Mackay Branch 20th Birthday High Tea
High Tea and Entertainment to celebrate our Branch's 20th Birthday. Cost is $20.00 per head. Tickets to be prepaid for catering purposes RSVP by 6th February 2012.
When: 11th Feb 2012 at 1:30pm - 11th Feb 2012 at 4:30pm
Where: Senior Citizens Centre, Macalister Street, Mackay
More information contact: Beryl Jephcott on 4942 3938
Sports Expo and Sign-on Day
Free Entry
Get involved in a sport today! Learn about all the various sport and recreation opportunities available in the Mackay region. With over 90 clubs in attendance from 58 different sporting activities there is something for the whole family!
Find out information on training times and locations, uniforms and equipment plus hands on demonstrations of different sports with the opportunity to have a go.
Come along and meet Australia Rugby League Legend Shane Webcke!
Prizes and giveaways during the day > Go in the draw to WIN a trip for 2 people to Brisbane or one of 5 x $100 Amart vouchers!
When: 12th Feb 2012 at 10am - 12th Feb 2012 at 2pm
Where: MECC | Plenary Halls | Civic Precinct | Alfred Street
More information contact: or call 1300 MACKAY (622 529)
Caring for Sandfly Creek
Sandfly Creek Reserve is a significant environmental reserve because every summer, it is home to thousands of migratory shorebirds. This area is being encroached upon by residential and commercial development, and is used by the community for recreational purposes. To ensure the migratory shorebirds continue to return each year, activities planned in the area are designed to enable human-use with minimal impact to the shorebirds. In addition to improving overall habitat to promote biodiversity. Activities over the next year will include fencing, erection of signage, planting, weed removal and community education.
When: 13th Feb 2012 at 7:30pm - 16th Feb 2012 at 3:30pm
Where: Boddington Esplanade, East Mackay
More information contact: Kate on 4951 0922
"Old Time Dance"`
"Old Time Dance"
Theme - "Birthday Bash"
Celebrating the 80th Birthday of Dows Creek Hall.
Great Live Music by Keith & Rob. Great hospitality and country style supper. Lucky Door; Raffle & Lucky spots. Admission only $6
When: 17th Feb 2012 at 7:30pm - 17th Feb 2012 at 11:30pm
Where: Dows Creek Hall, Bourkes Road, Dows Creek, Via Mirani
More information contact: Janelle on 4959 1484
Nth Qld Babies & Kids Market
Entry: $2 Adult (child U15 free) Time: 8:30am to 12:30pm Food: School Canteen and Quota with Hot & Cold Drinks Facilities: Outdoor Undercover Eatery, Airconditioned Indoor Venue, NO ATM's or Eftpos; Mother's Feeding Room, Baby Change Station, Over 60 stalls, Ample Parking, CupCake Decorating Room, Kidz Life Play Area Mackay's best collection of goods for Babies & Kids all under one roof! The Market provides families in Regional Queensland an avenue to purchase or sell good quality pre-loved goods, beautifully handcrafted new items & information stalls. Loads of various QUALITY pre-loved babies & kids items including Clothing, Prams, Cots, Play Equipment, Maternity Clothes, Bedding, Bouncers, Baby Baths, Change Tables, Toys, Books, Car Seats and more... "You don't always need to pay full price!" The market is run by a local mum Christine Wilson, mum of 3 children. We support “work at home parents” and are looking for stall holders for pre-loved and new handcrafted. Find us on Facebook. Website - www.nthqldbabiesandkidsmarket.com
When: 18th Feb 2012 at 8:30am - 18th Feb 2012 at 12:30pm
Where: "Powerhouse Centre" Junior Campus Mackay Christian College, Evans Avenue Nth, North Mackay
More information contact: Christine Wilson 0416 099 758
150 Songs for 150 Years
Mackay Musical Comedy Players has planned a series of 5 concerts at 5 Different Venues throughout the Mackay region. Celebrate 150 years of Mackay’s history with a reflective journey over Mackay Musical Comedy Players’ long association (nearly 50 years) as a provider of Musical Theatre in the Mackay region. Tickets Only $15.00 (Incl. Afternoon Devonshire Tea) PURCHASE TICKETS In person at Hamiltons Florist, 114 Victoria St Phone Hamiltons Florist on 4957 4535 Buy at the door at the venue on show date
When: 18th Feb 2012 at 1pm - at
Where: Tommy Webster Hall, Bold St, Walkerston
More information contact: Hamiltons Florist on 4957 4535
NRL TRIAL MATCH Cowboys vs Titans
Grandstand
$35 All Ages
Outer
$25 Adult
$20 Pensioner
$20 High School Student
$15 Child (6-12)
Free Admission Child U5
7.30 pm Cowboys v Titans
5.00 pm U20 Cowboys v Titans
3.00 pm Mackay Cutters v QC Capras
Please note:
TICKETING TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. Tickets/Memberships cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase.
2. The right is reserved to add, withdraw or substitute games and to vary advertised programming as necessary.
3. The right of admission is reserved.
4. Ticket/Membership holders agree to abide by the Terms and Conditions of Entry to Virgin Australia Stadium which is clearly displayed at the entrance of the venue.
5. Ticket/Membership holders enter the venue at their own risk.
6. Persons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian if sitting in a licensed area (including General Admission and all Grandstand Seating.
7. Children Under 5 Free only applies to General Admission. Allocated seating in the Grandstand is charged at the Grandstand rate for all ages.
8. Grandstand Ticket/Membership holders must use only the allocated seat as indicated on the issued ticket.
9. No Food, Drinks, Alcohol, Chairs or Umbrellas can be brought into the venue.
8. Grandstand Ticket/Membership holders must use only the allocated seat as indicated on the issued ticket.
9. No Food, Drinks, Alcohol, Chairs or Umbrellas can be brought into the venue.
When: 18th Feb 2012 at 2pm - 18th Feb 2012 at 10pm
Where: Virgin Australia Stadium
More information contact: Purchase tickets online at www.mackaytix.com.au or dial ‘n’ charge (07) 49619777
Sunday In The Park
Sunday In The Park is a FREE not for profit event held on the third Sunday of each month from 2-4pm. The event is 6 years old in April 2012. It encourages entertainers of all genres young and old alike to perform live in front of a receptive audience in beautiful surroundings. Come along with a friend or two and have a picnic whilst being entertained. Bring your instrument and special leads and take part. Assistance given to newcomers by regular musicians. For more information contact: mky406@bigpond.com
When: 19th Feb 2012 at - at
Where: Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens
More information contact: mky406@bigpond.com
Mackay City Roller Maidens First Fresh Meat Intake of 2012
Mackay City Roller Maidens want YOU for their 2012 roller derby season. Come along to our open day on Sunday 19 February 2012 at the Mackay PCYC from 10am until 12pm.
Cost is $9. Bring socks and a water bottle. Men and non-skaters also welcome. For more information, please see us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/mackaycityrollermaidens or call our President on 0402 939 208.
When: 19th Feb 2012 at 10am - 19th Feb 2012 at 12pm
Where: Mackay PCYC, off Norris Road, North Mackay
More information contact: Sheena Hayes on 0402 939 208
Kidney Support Group Morning Tea
Meet and greet morning tea for all renal patients and people who have been affected by kidney problems or who know someone has the problem and would like to come along and chat with other people . Renal failure doesn't mean you have to face it alone.
When: 20th Feb 2012 at 12am - 20th Feb 2012 at 12am
Where: Shamrock Hotel boardroom
More information contact: Liza Williams on 4953 4000
Caring for Hay Point
Hay Point Foreshore is a stretch of quiet, sandy beach and luxuriant vegetation overlooking the turquoise waters of the Coral Sea. It is also a critically-endangered “beach scrub” habitat, a remnant of vine forests on coastal sands. Activities include removing exotic plants, seed-collecting, tree-planting, nursery propagation and beach clean-ups. CVA teams have been working on the site for more than two years, and regular volunteers enjoy each fresh visit, as they can see how their efforts are returning more and more of the area to a natural North Queensland coastal ecosystem.
When: 20th Feb 2012 at 7:30am - 23rd Feb 2012 at 3:30pm
Where: Hay Point Foreshore
More information contact: Kate 07 4951 0933
Mackay Women's Group
connect and learn with others
When: 22nd Feb 2012 at 9:30am - 22nd Feb 2012 at 11:30am
Where: 418 Shakespear St, Mackay
More information contact: Margie, 4944 2300
2012 Harvey World Travel Expo
Free entry
The Harvey world Travel Expo is a chance to speak directly to travel experts on a huge range of travel experiences from all continents of the world and receive exclusive expo specials.
When: 22nd Feb 2012 at 12pm - 22nd Feb 2012 at 7pm
Where: MECC | Plenary Halls | Civic Precinct | Alfred Street
More information contact: Purchase tickets online at www.mackaytix.com.au or dial ‘n’ charge (07) 49619777
Pre Show Dining – Menu
February and March Menu
PRE-SHOW DINNER > $45.00pp
PRE-SHOW PACKAGE DINNER (CONDITIONS APPLY) $38.00pp
Mains
main
Chicken breast filled with wild rice > spinach wrapped in prosciutto > finished with orange cranberry glaze
Braised lamb rump with Moroccan inspired spices served on hummus with honey roasted vegetables
Atlantic salmon with yellow coconut rice fresh greens > lime hollandaise
Double baked cheese soufflé topped with peppered pear, rocket > candied walnuts
dessert
Deconstructed apple crumble > Chantilly cream
Layered lemon curd, vanilla cream & hazelnut praline parfaits
Classic chocolate cake covered in rich chocolate ganache with Chantilly cream
White chocolate filled with tropical mousse > served with handmade chocolate truffles
When: 22nd Feb 2012 at 6pm - 22nd Feb 2012 at 7pm
Where: MECC | North Foyer | Civic Precinct | Alfred Street
More information contact: Purchase tickets online at www.mackaytix.com.au or dial ‘n’ charge (07) 49619777
Professional Theatre & Music Season 2012 - 50th Anniversary World Tour - The Searchers
$55 Adult | $45 Friend of MECC
$49 Concession | $45 Group 6+
$45 Student U18 | $45 Subscriber
$45 Dinner
$38 Subscriber Dinner conditions apply
All meals must be pre-ordered. The retail cafe is only able to supply snacks for those patrons who have not pre-ordered meals.
ATA are pleased to announce The Searchers 50th Anniversary Concert Tour will perform in Australia throughout February 2012. It is quite a unique situation in that The Searchers can rightly lay claim to the title 'original'; as close to fifty years since their formation in the early 60's, two original members, John McNally and Frank Allen, still headline the group. Of all the Merseyside bands making a name for themselves.
The Searchers had a massive impact on the record charts starting with the 1963 hit "Sweets For My Sweet", a track that John Lennon labeled 'the best record to come out of Liverpool'. Such was their success with this one hit single that they were invited to the USA, where they had a guest slot on the famous 'Ed Sullivan Show'. Their record success continued with more hits, "Needles and Pins", "Don't Throw Your Love Away" and "Someday We're Gonna Love Again".
While The Beatles were creating a musical Tsunami around the world, The Searchers continued to create more hits including "When You Walk In The Room", "What Have They Done To The Rain", "Goodbye My Love" and others. When the excitement of the Mersey beat eventually calmed down, The Searchers continued to break records in concert and cabaret appearances both in the UK and Europe, and this phenomenon continues to this day. This Australian Tour and the two hour stage show they present will have audiences on their feet celebrating fifty glorious years of musical history.
When: 22nd Feb 2012 at 7:30pm - at
Where: MECC | Auditorium | Civic Precinct | Alfred Street
More information contact: Purchase tickets online at www.mackaytix.com.au or dial ‘n’ charge (07) 49619777
Vivaldi Bach Mozart - Classics from Germany
Tickets on sale > Tuesday 3 January 2012, 9am:
Experience this international ensemble perform enchanting classis from Germany including Vivaldi, Bach and Mozart.
When: 22nd Feb 2012 at 8pm - at
Where: St Paul's Uniting Church
More information contact: Purchase tickets online at www.mackaytix.com.au or dial ‘n’ charge (07) 49619777
Let's Connect
Networking is an authentic professional development activity - one that allows you to learn and grow, and allows others to learn about you. An increasing number of Mackay professionals see networking as an essential business skill and know that being effective in 2012 and beyond will require them to be ‘connected’ to their local business community – to be open to drawing on the skills of others and to learn from and with them. The Australian Institute of Management strives to provide a range of networking opportunities and resources to practice and promote the art of networking, and is holding a dedicated networking function for Mackay managers this month, titled ‘Let’s Connect!’. AIM Qld & NT CEO Vivienne Anthon FAIM, a published author on networking, will host the function and share her thoughts and lessons on networking, as well as launch the 2012 Mackay Management Excellence Awards. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with Mackay’s management community over drinks and canapés, in a spectacular open setting at The Restaurant and Café on the Lagoon, overlooking the Mackay Botanic Gardens.
When: 23rd Feb 2012 at 5:30pm - 23rd Feb 2012 at 7pm
Where: The Restaurant & Cafe on the Lagoon, Mackay Botanical Gardens, 9 Lagoons Street, Mackay, Qld, 4740
More information contact: Mary-Jane Morrisby 07 3227 4807
Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Young People’s Theatre Season 2012 - The Gruffalo’s Child
$15 Admission $55 Family Pass (2A & 2C)
MECC presents CDP with Tall Stories’ magical musical adaptation of THE GRUFFALO’S CHILD The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should ever set foot in the deep dark wood… But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s child ignores her father’s warning and tiptoes out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he? The team behind “The Gruffalo” return with the charming sequel. “The Gruffalo’s Child” brings together physical theatre, music and puppetry to deliver songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 4 and up, and their adults…
When: 24th Feb 2012 at 2pm - 24th Feb 2012 at 3:30pm
Where: MECC | Auditorium | Civic Precinct | Alfred Street
More information contact: Purchase tickets online at www.mackaytix.com.au or dial ‘n’ charge (07) 49619777
Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Young People’s Theatre Season 2012 - The Gruffalo’s Child
$15 Admission $55 Family Pass (2A & 2C)
MECC presents CDP with Tall Stories’ magical musical adaptation of THE GRUFFALO’S CHILD The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should ever set foot in the deep dark wood… But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s child ignores her father’s warning and tiptoes out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he? The team behind “The Gruffalo” return with the charming sequel. “The Gruffalo’s Child” brings together physical theatre, music and puppetry to deliver songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 4 and up, and their adults…
When: 24th Feb 2012 at 6pm - 24th Feb 2012 at 7:30pm
Where: MECC | Auditorium | Civic Precinct | Alfred Street
More information contact: Purchase tickets online at www.mackaytix.com.au or dial ‘n’ charge (07) 49619777
2012 Skills Training Mackay Cutters Season Membership
Please note:
Ticket will not be available until the draw has been finalised.
Please contact the Box Office on 4961 9777 for all membership enquiries.
$5 Membership – Maroon
$30 Membership – Sky Blue
$50 Membership – Give Me Three
$100 Membership – Bronze
$150 Membership – Silver
$220 Membership – Gold
$300 Membership - Family
When: 31st Jan 2012 at
Every month on the last day of the month, until 1st Jul 2012
Where: Virgin Australia Stadium
More information contact: Purchase tickets online at www.mackaytix.com.au or dial ‘n’ charge (07) 49619777
Kidney Support Network Cent Sale
Over 100 prizes and raffles throughout the afternoon. Help raise funds towards our transport service for dialysis patients.
When: 29th Feb 2012 at 1:30pm - at
Where: North Mackay Bowls Club, Malcolmson St, Mackay
More information contact: Liza on 4953 4000 or 0423 964 397