March is a powerful month of celebration and reflection, marking International Women’s Day, Queensland Women’s Week, and International Women’s Month. It’s a time to honour the incredible women in our community—mums raising the next generation of champions, grandmothers sharing their golden wisdom, business leaders breaking barriers, students striving to make a difference, frontline workers saving lives, and those who unite women through networking and support.
These women are the backbone of Mackay, shaping our community with strength, compassion, and resilience. From boardrooms to classrooms, from healthcare centres to local events, they make our region thrive every day.
As we celebrate their achievements and contributions this March, we acknowledge that while progress has been made, the journey toward equality continues. This feature shines a spotlight on just a few of Mackay’s remarkable women—champions in their own right—who inspire us all to build a stronger, more equitable future.