💰$7.8M sale in Paget
Urgent O-type blood needed | New hub for DV cases | Meta signs nuclear deal | Neuralink hits $9B and heaps more
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One Big Thing: $7.8M sale spotlights Mackay’s industrial appeal
New hub opens: To tackle domestic violence
Urgent blood appeal: Mackay donors needed
Trending: Generous donations for the babies 👶
Around The Web (Snippets): Never-before-seen devastating footage of bottom trawling impacts, Mining exhibition returns, Mackay’s North Wall Beach upgrade has begun and more
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1. One Big Thing: $7.8M sale spotlights Mackay’s industrial appeal
What’s Happening: A fully leased industrial site in Paget has sold for $7.8M, signalling strong investor confidence in Mackay.
Why It Matters: The deal highlights growing interest in secure, income-producing regional assets backed by global tenants.
By the Numbers
$7.8 million - Sale price for 33–41 Central Park Drive
2,662sqm - Hardstand included for operational versatility
$17.98 billion - Estimated size of Mackay’s economy
Local Impact: Paget’s status as an industrial hub continues to attract major capital and drive regional growth.
Heavy Metal, Big Gains: With Mackay’s momentum building, expect more institutional interest in long-leased industrial assets.
What The People Say: “Mackay’s growth keeps attracting capital,” added Evi Meka.
What To Look For Next: Further sales likely as Mackay’s economy grows and investors seek stability in key regional markets. Read more in the full article below 👇
2. New hub opens to tackle domestic violence
A purpose-built Vulnerable Persons Hub has opened in Mackay, delivering a unified, trauma-informed policing and support service for those impacted by domestic and family violence.
Led by Minister Dan Purdie, the hub brings together eight specialist teams and partner organisations under one roof to provide early intervention, coordinated care, and safer outcomes for victim-survivors.
The facility includes secure interview rooms, one child-friendly and is designed to offer dignity, privacy, and support to those in crisis.
This milestone forms part of the Crisafulli Government’s broader plan to strengthen community safety and victim-centric justice across Queensland. Read full article.👇
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3. Urgent blood appeal Mackay donors needed
What’s Happening: Lifeblood has issued an emergency call as Queensland’s O-type blood levels hit a two-year low.
Why It Matters: O negative is vital in trauma cases, yet less than 7% of Australians have it, making urgent donations essential.
By the Numbers
2,000 O-type donations needed statewide
75 needed in Mackay
1 in 6 hospital blood orders use O negative
Local Impact: Mackay’s donations could be life-saving for local surgeries, trauma, and cancer patients.
What To Look For Next: Book at lifeblood.com.au, call 13 14 95 or use the DonateBlood App.
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5. Around The Web (Snippets)
Queensland’s racing industry now contributes: Nearly $2.5B annually, with Mackay alone seeing a $40M local boost.
Queensland Mining & Engineering Exhibition(QME) returns to: Mackay in 2026 as Australia’s largest regional mining event, spotlighting innovation and industry excellence.
All the rumoured: Changes that Apple could be bringing to its new operating system
Rick Hospers steps in as State Library’s new RDDO: for North-North West Queensland, aiming to boost digital access and confidence across the region.
Meta has signed a: 20-year deal for nuclear energy to power its AI ambitions
Construction has begun on: Mackay’s North Wall Beach upgrade, promising better access, parking, and amenities by late 2025.
Neuralink has raised $650 million, taking its valuation to: $9 billion, which is deepening the connection between biological and artificial intelligence
Never-before-seen devastating: Footage of bottom trawling impacts
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6. Upcoming Events
🎸 Lee Kernaghan – Boys From The Bush: The Concert: June 7, 2025, Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre (MECC). Join Australian country music legend Lee Kernaghan as he brings his epic touring production to Mackay, featuring special guests Robby Kernaghan, Tori Darke, and Matt Cornell
🏉 Mackay Cutters vs. Ipswich Jets: June 7, 2025, BB Print Stadium, Mackay.
Get your maroon on and cheer for the Mackay Cutters in this home ground clash in the Queensland Cup.
🏛️ Self-Guided Heritage Walk of Mackay: Available all week, Mackay City & Surrounds. Explore Mackay’s historical gems and architecture at your own pace with this enriching outdoor tour.
💼 From Uncertainty to Opportunity – Business Success Strategies to Thrive 2025: June 12, 2025, Ocean International Hotel, Mackay. Gain practical tools and strategic insight at this empowering business event designed to help entrepreneurs and professionals navigate change and thrive in today’s evolving economy.
☕ Industry Briefing Breakfast: June 13, 2025, Resources Centre of Excellence, Paget. Join professionals from across the mining and resources sector for networking and industry insights.