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Community members and dignitaries laid wreaths at the Jubilee Park Cenotaph to honour and remember those who came before us in service. Photo credit: Hannah McNamaraWednesday marked 108 years since the guns fell silent at the end of the First World War, with Mackay residents gathering at Jubilee Park to honour those who served, remember the fallen and pay tribute to generations of sacrifice during the annual Remembrance Day service. From the traditional Last Post to a special fly-past, the community came together in a moment of reflection. Lest we forget. Mackay residents, veterans and dignitaries gathered at Jubilee Park to honour the fallen and remember all those who served during the annual Remembrance Day service. Photo credit: Hannah McNamara 108 Years On, We Will Remember Them 108 years ago, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, history was made as the guns fell silent, marking the end of the First World War. Each year, communities gather to honour the lives lost, remember those who served and pay tribute to those who returned home, and those that didn’t. Mackay residents, veterans and dignitaries gathered at Jubilee Park to honour the fallen and remember all those who served during the annual Remembrance Day service. Photo credit: Hannah McNamara In Mackay this year, residents, veterans, families, community members and dignitaries gathered at Jubilee Park on Wednesday 11th November, for the annual Remembrance Day service. The ceremony featured guest speaker Janette McGrath, whose family has personal ties to the Great War, alongside special guest Isabelle O’Hara, a Mackay North State High School student and recipient of the Premier’s ANZAC Prize. Mackay residents, veterans and dignitaries gathered at Jubilee Park to honour the fallen and remember all those who served during the annual Remembrance Day service. Photo credit: Hannah McNamara The crowd recited hymns, while a minute’s silence, the traditional Last Post and Rouse, a wreath-laying ceremony and a fly-past by the Mackay Tiger Moth Museum formed part of the tribute. Mackay residents, veterans and dignitaries gathered at Jubilee Park to honour the fallen and remember all those who served during the annual Remembrance Day service. Photo credit: Hannah McNamara We will remember them. Lest we forget.
Set high above the surrounding countryside, this exceptional acreage property offers a rare combination of refined country living, breathtaking easterly views towards Mackay, and substantial rural infrastructure — all within approximately 15 minutes of Mackay’s CBD.
Offered to the market for the first time, this much-loved family property presents an outstanding opportunity to embrace a peaceful country lifestyle without sacrificing convenience.
The spacious home comprises four bedrooms and two bathrooms, with generous living spaces designed to embrace the surrounding views. Nine-foot ceilings, plantation shutters, air conditioning and a timeless country aesthetic combine with quality modern updates throughout.
At the heart of the home, the expansive indoor living area flows effortlessly through bi-fold doors to the generous outdoor entertaining area and full-length verandah overlooking the pool.
The renovated kitchen features stone benchtops and quality finishes, while the renovated bathrooms complement the home’s refined country character.
A large laundry/mud room with pull-out storage provides excellent functionality and additional storage.
Impressive 18m × 18m shed with 3 bay garage and self-contained one bedroom unit. Car parking in the 12m × 6m high clearance open shed.
More than 900 tourism industry representatives attended the gala on the Gold Coast, where Mackay and the Whitsundays claimed 13 honours between them. From the volunteers who greet travellers at Bowen’s Big Mango to the Airlie Beach operators who get visitors out on the water, Whitsunday tourism teams had plenty to celebrate. The gala put the region in the spotlight, toe to toe with some of Queensland’s best, recognising the work locals put into making a Whitsundays holiday one worth coming back for. Meet the local teams who made their mark at this year’s awards on page 20 Photo source: The Comms People
Imagine coming home to sea views, fresh coastal breezes anda brand-new home designed to make everyday living feel a little more special.Positioned in an elevated setting at Jubilee Pocket, 53 Kingfisher Terraceoffers an exciting opportunity to enjoy the Whitsundays lifestyle in a homethat combines contemporary comfort with distinctive design and qualityfinishes.
This four-bedroom, two-bathroom residence has beenthoughtfully designed with personality in mind. The main living area makes animmediate impression, featuring a marine ply ceiling with express-jointdetailing that brings warmth and natural texture to the open-plan space. Threeacoustic feature walls add another layer of character while helping reducenoise and echo, creating a more comfortable living environment.
Quality continues throughout, with YDL Stone CSF Star Burstbenchtops to the cabinetry, double vanities in both bathrooms and impressive2.55-metre ceilings that enhance the sense of space. Outside, Colorbondexternal cladding and soffits provide a durable, low-maintenance finish,leaving you with more time to enjoy life and less time worrying about weekendupkeep.
Whether it's enjoying a quiet morning coffee while taking inthe outlook, entertaining family and friends or simply unwinding at the end ofthe day, this home provides a wonderful setting to embrace the relaxedWhitsundays way of life.
Brand new and ready for its first owners, 53 KingfisherTerrace presents the chance to secure a modern home with individuality, comfortand sea views in a sought-after lifestyle location.
To arrange your inspection and experience what this home hasto offer, contact Nick Ianni at Taylors Property Specialists.
This is a premium lifestyle home that combines space,seclusion, and standout features rarely found in one property.
A property of this calibre is not to be missed. Enquiretoday to experience the lifestyle on offer.
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