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Disaster Ready Saturday returns to Mackay and Sarina

Published on 22 September 2026

Residents will have a rare opportunity to speak face-to-face with emergency services, disaster management specialists and utility providers at this year's Disaster Ready Saturday events in Mackay and Sarina.

The first event will be held at Sarina Beach Road Shopping Centre, near IGA, on Saturday, October 3, with the Mackay event following at Caneland Central on October 17.

Spring time and free native plants equal the perfect gardening combo!

Published on 21 September 2026

With Spring in full swing, now is the perfect time to take advantage of council’s native plant giveaway!

Bursaries open for aspiring visual and performing arts students

Published on 21 September 2026

Applications are now open for the Rick Wood Bursary, which honours the legacy of celebrated Mackay potter Rick Wood, and the Artspace Mackay Foundation Bursary, which supports students seeking to elevate their tertiary studies.

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