International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8, 2025, carries a theme that couldn’t be more fitting—March Forward: For ALL Women and Girls. It’s a rallying cry that acknowledges how far we’ve come while urging us to keep moving, pushing, and striving for a future where every woman and girl can thrive. Across Australia, the day will be marked with powerful events, from leadership summits to grassroots gatherings, all celebrating the achievements of women while addressing the work still ahead.
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Softball in Mackay is booming, with young athletes making a significant impact on the national stage. Rising stars like 14-year-old Evie Grace, who recently competed with the Queensland development squad in New Zealand, are hitting the ground running on their path to success. “It’s good to get to know girls from other countries and get to know more people in Queensland,” Evie shared, adding that the experience involved “a lot of hard work” but she enjoyed building friendships along the way. Ev
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A service which nurtures and cares for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families has taken a further step in its development with the opening of a special facility located within the community in North Mackay. The Kem Kem Yanga Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) program is a maternity service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mothers and babies which was established by Mackay Hospital and Health Service (HHS) in May 2019. Mackay HHS Chief Executive Susan Gannon said the
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On a quiet Saturday afternoon near the Harbour roundabout, a woman found herself stranded on the side of the road, her car resting on a flat tyre. With cars rushing past and uncertainty creeping in, she wasn’t sure how she would manage to change it alone. Then, like a true gentleman, a truck driver pulled over without hesitation. With a reassuring smile and a willingness to help, he quickly got to work—lifting the car with her jack, swapping the damaged tyre, and making sure everything wa
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Locals have been eagerly awaiting the historic launch of Eris TestFlight 1, the first Australian-designed and built rocket aiming for orbit. Now, the wait is finally over with the No Earlier Than (NET) launch date confirmed for the 15th of March, marking the maiden flight of Eris. This milestone follows final airspace approvals, marking years of research, development, and manufacturing. The company, which also built Bowen Orbital Spaceport, received Australia’s first orbital launch facility lice
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The Proserpine Entertainment Centre hosted the second Australian Citizenship Ceremony of the year this week on the 25th of February. From individuals to large family groups from 18 different countries, 38 people took the pledge and chose to become Australian Citizens here in the beautiful Whitsundays. Mayor Ry Collins, Councillor Jan Clifford, Uncle Leo Gabey, and Whitsunday Regional Council’s Director of Services and Facilitation Julie Wright presided over the ceremony. “For myself and for coun
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The Whitsunday Cruisin’ Car Club (WCCC) celebrated a stellar start to 2025 with their Car Run, Annual General Meeting (AGM), and Club Meeting on Sunday, February 16th. The event, which saw 19 beautiful classic & vintage cars take part, was a massive success and attracted a strong turnout of local enthusiasts, including guests from the Old Iron Restorers Club. The cars began their journey from Cannonvale, cruising along picturesque routes before arriving at Shute Harbour Marina Terminal. There, t
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The Greater Whitsunday Vet Services are so excited to announce that they are having an Open Day Event for their new Proserpine clinic! The open day is so important as it showcases the brand-new clinic in its entirety. Come along on the 9th to see what your patients experience at the clinic, check out the amazing diagnostics equipment and experience how the pristine hospital ward is presented. Collect an insight into what the day-to-day vet life looks like with a cool clinic tour every hour! Ge
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March 10, 2025
Maree Franettovich has been providing career coaching over many years – guiding professionals with individualised support to find their purpose toward a fulfilling career. Whether it’s graduates looking to launch their careers, or professionals looking for career progression, Maree’s approach focuses on professional growth and personal wellbeing. Feeling stuck in your career can be demotivating, and impacts other aspects of your life. You want to explore a change but are not sure where to
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March 7, 2025
Cent sales are always billed as ‘mega’ but Sarina Arts and Craft Centre’s upcoming event will be exactly that. Centre manager Jenny Costello and a core group of helpers are putting together an amazing collection of prizes for the sale, at the Sarina Sporting and Services Club on Saturday, March 8. “We’ve had a marvelous response from business, organisations and people within the Sarina and wider Mackay area as we’ve been collecting for the sale,” Jenny said. “We have lots of high-quality priz
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March 7, 2025
Mackay Hospital and Health Service (HHS) has welcomed another strong intake of graduate registered nurses for the year as the third orientation session reaches completion this week. Mackay HHS Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery James Williams Jenkins said 79 newly qualified nurses have been recruited to the 2025 Mackay HHS Nursing and Midwifery Graduate Program. The three cohorts were comprised of 16 new nurses in December, 38 in January and another 25 graduates welcomed to the Mac
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March 7, 2025
Sunset Bay Outrigger Canoe Club had a stellar showing at the 2025 Sydney Harbour Challenge, taking on tough conditions over three days of intense racing against Australia’s best and international competitors. The event kicked off on Friday with a 13km race on Sydney Harbour, where paddlers faced a dramatic ‘white-out’ as heavy rain reduced visibility. Despite the challenging conditions, the Sunset Bay Masters Mixed crew powered through, completing the course in an impressive 1 hour and 6
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March 7, 2025
Last week was a rollercoaster for our young club—full of soaring highs, bittersweet farewells, and a Thursday night training session that looked more like a tactical masterclass than an amateur run-around. Monday night saw a solid turnout of 14 players, proving once again that we’re more than just a collection of enthusiastic athletes—we’re a growing force. By Thursday, we had 17 eager bodies on the pitch, and if we keep this up, we might need to start taking reservations. One thing is clear:
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March 7, 2025
The Mackay Road Runners launched their first Club Championship race of the season in style, with nearly 80 runners taking to the streets of East Mackay from Queen’s Park. The event was a long-standing favourite among members, and was once again proudly sponsored by MAD Fitness Mackay. No stranger to supporting the local running community, MAD Fitness Mackay has been a generous sponsor for several years, not only backing the Club Championship race but also donating a sought-after prize pac
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February 20, 2025
Get ready for a high-energy, dazzling, and unforgettable tribute to two of the biggest names in music! The Australian Pink Show is proud to present Pink Vs Gaga, the ultimate Rock versus Pop showdown featuring two of the most iconic female artists of our time. This spectacular event will bring down the funhouse this March 1st and 2nd at Airlie Beach Hotel’s Pub, with both shows kicking off at 2pm.
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March 6, 2025
Zepplin brings to life the incredible stories and electrifying music of the legendary band, LED ZEPPELIN. In a mesmerizing two-hour live concert production, ZEPPLIN delivers over 26 iconic songs, narrated stories, and rare video footage, creating an immersive musical journey through the legendary rise of Led Zeppelin. From their humble beginnings to becoming one of the most revered and influential rock acts of all time, the show combines untold stories, archival footage, and a powerhouse live
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March 6, 2025
On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the many women who inspire us, and Tina Ramsland is no exception. As the owner of Maggie Moo Music, Tina is a powerful example of how women can balance career ambitions with the demands of family life while also contributing to their community. Through her business, Tina is redefining what it means to be a mother, a business owner, and a force for positive change in Mackay. Tina’s business is built on the belief that music and movement have the p
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March 6, 2025
Friday 7th March Crochet and Conversation 9am Join the friendly group of Northern Beaches locals at Beachfront Bar & Restaurant on Bucasia Esplanade for a morning of crocheting, coffee, and conversation. BYO crochet tools or borrow from our communal box. All skill levels welcome. This is a great opportunity to connect, share experiences, and start our next project for the Northern Beaches community in 2025. Beachfront Bar and Restaurant, Bucasia International Women’s Day Launce 2025 11.4
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Anticipation is building ahead of the ‘Team Whitsundays Masquerade Gala Ball’ which is due to take place at the Shute Harbour Marine Terminal next Saturday night. This is a signature event hosted by the charismatic and dedicated Dancing CEO's, a team of local business women who are determined to raise both money and awareness for he prevention of domestic violence. Kate Purdie (Coral Sea Marina), Candice Crossley (Whitsunday Transit), Julie Telford (SeaLink Whitsundays), and Dr Alice Harriott
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