Independently Owned, Locally Grown, Community Loved
Mackay’s cycling community turned out in force for the 2026 BMA River 2 Reef Ride Festival, with rider numbers climbing 20 per cent on last year and the 25km Queensland Country Health Fund Dash reaching a complete sell-out. Starting at the Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens, the festival brought riders of all ages and abilities together for a weekend that combined cycling, family fun and plenty of local spirit. A new community partnership model also put 13 local groups at the heart of the action, with volunteers helping marshal the course, cheer on riders and support activities throughout the festival. With strong participation, local partnerships and plenty of colour on the course, the 2026 ride proved Mackay was more than ready to get on its bike!
LOOKING FOR SHED SPACE ?? Price Reduced
Positioned on an 813 sqm block in a quiet family friendly
street, this well maintained property offers a great
opportunity for anyone wanting plenty of shed space and
a location which is close to everything.
Property features include :
Upstairs
• Three generous size bedrooms and with spilt system air
cons and built ins.
• Open plan lounge and dining area boasting timber
floors and also air conditioned.
• Functional kitchen with ample bench and cupboard
space.
• Stylishly renovated bathroom.
• Separate toilet.
• Huge back deck area which is perfect for entertaining.
• Smaller front deck overlooking the street.
Downstairs
• Tiled living space area which is air conditioned and
opens directly to the rear covered entertaining space.
• Massive air conditioned bedroom.
• Beautifully updated bathroom.
• Massive open workshop space with concrete driveway
access down the side of the property ideal for anyone
wanting to work on or store cars/boats/caravans etc.
• Another two bay shed offering even more space for the
car enthusiasts.
• Covered double carport at the front of the property.
• $775 - $800 per week rental appraisal
All of this is such a convenient location being within close
proximity to Souths Leagues Club, Harrup Park Country
Club, Mackay Airport, Paget Industrial Hub and only
minutes drive to the Mackay CBD.
Open home: Saturday 15 August 11am – 11:30am
A 42-night holiday in Bali has become an unforeseeable ordeal for 72-year-old Cannonvale local John Lyle, who suddenly lost the ability to walk and is now fighting to recover and return home. John and his partner Kate were travelling through the Gili Islands in May when a series of falls was followed by rapidly worsening numbness and mobility loss. After their travel insurance claim was rejected on the grounds that John’s condition was pre-existing – a decision Kate strongly disputes – the couple are seeking support, searching for a way to bring a lightweight wheelchair to Bali to help John on his recovery. Caption – The community is invited to lend support to help John return home. Photo supplied
Fresh, spacious and ready for the beautiful chaos of family life, 6
Sterry Street offers a flexible two-level layout, recent updates and an
incredibly convenient position close to schools, shops and Proserpine’s
Main Street.
• Four bedrooms plus a study or fifth bedroom
• Three bathrooms across two levels
• Fresh internal and external paint with new bedroom carpets
• Large garage, workshop area and excellent storage
• Solar power, air conditioning and room for a future pool
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