🍯 Riverside Market Day today | Major Infrastructure Projects To Transform Mackay | Queensland Mining & Engineering Exhibition Returns | World record feather sale and more!
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Welcome to Thursday, May 23!
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One Big Thing: Major Projects Set To Transform Mackay’s Future
Improving Elective Surgery Wait Times: for Regional Queenslanders
Queensland Mining & Engineering Exhibition: Returns to Mackay
Trending: Slade Point water tower
Around The Web (Snippets): Mackay Riverside markets on this evening, Happy Gilmore 2 finds a home, record-breaking feather sale and more!
Councillor’s Corner
Upcoming Events
Mackay Weather - Weekend Forecast
Live National Housing Price Index
1. One Big Thing: Major Projects Set To Transform Mackay’s Future
What’s Happening
Following last week’s Industry Projects Breakfast & Forum, the Mackay, Isaac, and Whitsunday regions are set for major infrastructure projects aimed at boosting economic growth, job creation, and industry diversification.
Why It Matters
These projects will focus on a broad range of opportunities that will enhance tourism, healthcare, and renewable energy, significantly impacting the region’s economic and social landscape.
Zoom In On Projects
Stage 2: Expansion of the Resources Centre of Excellence.
Renewable focused: Pioneer-Burdekin Pumped Hydro Project.
Tourism: Pioneer Valley Mountain Bike Trails project.
Local Impact
Residents will benefit from improved healthcare, better connectivity, and enhanced recreational spaces, such as the Mackay Waterfront Project.
What To Look For Next
The full article, here 👇
2. Improving Elective Surgery Wait Times for Regional Queenslanders
What’s Happening
Despite improvements, regional Queenslanders face significant disparities in elective surgery wait times, with nearly 40% of Mackay patients waiting longer than recommended.
Why It Matters
Timely surgeries prevent adverse health outcomes and reduce emergency department strain, ensuring equitable healthcare access.
By the Numbers
40%: Mackay patients waiting longer than recommended.
<8 in 10: Patients in some regional HHSs receiving timely treatment.
Mid-2024: Launch of the Surgical Wait List Roundtable.
Local Impact
Toowoomba residents experience longer wait times, affecting health and quality of life.
Forward Thrust
The Roundtable aims to reduce wait times through monthly clinician meetings, focusing on practical solutions and workforce issues.
What The People Say
“Every Queenslander deserves essential healthcare within recommended timeframes,” stated Dr Maria Boulton.
“Collaborative efforts are crucial to address systemic issues,” Dr Boulton added.
What To Look For Next
The full article, here 👇
3. Queensland Mining & Engineering Exhibition Returns to Mackay
What’s Happening
The Queensland Mining & Engineering Exhibition (QME) will return to Mackay Showgrounds from 23-25 July 2024, showcasing innovation and excellence in the mining sector.
Why It Matters
QME is Australia’s largest regional mining event, spotlighting the capabilities of Mackay and Central Queensland, and promoting industry growth.
By the Numbers
30+ years: History of QME.
300+: Suppliers exhibiting.
5,000+: Visitors expected over three days.
Local Impact
QME boosts the local economy, provides networking opportunities, and showcases advancements in mining technology.
Forward Thrust
The event promises unmatched exposure for companies and fosters industry connections through live demonstrations and a seminar series.
What The People Say
“QME reflects the passion and dedication of Queensland’s mining industry,” noted local officials.
“It's essential for staying at the forefront of mining innovation,” industry leaders added.
What To Look For Next
The event’s website, for the full lineup.
4. Trending
5. Around The Web (Snippets)
It’s Mackay Riverside Market Day today: From 3 pm, get down to the Blue Water Quay this afternoon and evening
The World’s most expensive: Feather of the now-extinct huia bird just set a new world record at auction
Mackay Aquatic Recreation Complex has: Been chosen as Swimming Australia’s High Performance training camps
Happy Gilmore 2 has: Found a home on Netflix, almost three decades since the original
Local Charity event hits HIGH note: With almost 400 ball-goers attending the annual event.
A finance worker accidentally paid $25 million to a: Deepfake version of the company’s Chief Financial Officer following a video call with ‘it’
This 130,000-year-old decorative bear bone may be the: Oldest known Neanderthal Art
MeBank gets an F for: It’s #girlmath ad campaign, according to Ad Standard👇
6. Councillors’ Corner
Cr Ash-Lee Johnson
7. Upcoming Events
🎊 Mackay Expo: May 24 to 26 from 4 pm onwards; The region’s largest and most exciting outdoor adventure, home and lifestyle event at Mackay Showgrounds
🧑🏻🎤 Chillinit: May 25 from 8 pm; The Multi-Platinum, ARIA Nominated, rap scallywag, Chillinit, embarks on his first-ever regional tour of Australia on the 420 Oz Crawl at McGuires Hotel
🌺 GBotanic Gardens Open Day: May 25 from 8 am to 12 pm; An annual celebration that sheds light on the important work botanic gardens undertake every day at Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens
♫ Glow In The Dark R&B night: May 25 from 7 pm onwards; Kooyong Glow In The Dark R&B night at The Kooyong Hotel
🧘🏻♀️ Yoga by the Beach: May 26 from 7 am to 8 am; join in this movement and breathwork session at your own pace at Dunes Harbour Beach
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