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Mackay rookie Declan Fraser to race with idol, seven-times Bathurst 1000 champion Craig Lowndes

A North Queensland rookie turns from fan to teammate this weekend as he pairs up with his idol and Bathurst 1000 veteran Craig Lowndes.

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Queensland’s renewable energy plan confirms the politics of coal have changed for good

Most now see opportunity instead of job losses – but Labor will have to match ambition with action if it’s to deliver on 80% renewables by 2035

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Mackay Base Hospital obstetrics and gynaecology services report finds 'inadequate care' contributed to death of babies, women harmed

An independent review into Mackay Base Hospital's obstetric and gynaecological services has found "many examples of care" that fell below an acceptable standard, including cases of women who had "sustained lifelong physical and mental harm".

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Mackay Base Hospital admits to harming mother and baby, Jessica Beazley tells her story

Jessica Beazley was made to feel like a "young, dumb mum" when she expressed concerns about her unborn baby. Now, almost a decade later, she has received confirmation that something was very wrong and her antenatal care “caused harm" to both herself and the baby.

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About 50 homes affected for world's 'largest' pumped hydro scheme near Mackay

The Queensland government's proposal to build the world's "largest" pumped hydro scheme west of Mackay will affect about 50 homes, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says.

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Queensland opens talks for federal funding for world’s largest pumped hydro project

Annastacia Palaszczuk unveils details about 5GW renewables project that is estimated to cost $12bn

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Urologist Daryl Stephens suspended by Mackay Hospital and Health Service

A urologist who was fined for "professional misconduct" four years ago in Western Australia, but allowed to continue working in Queensland, has been suspended amid another investigation.

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Fijian skateboarders attend Rumble on the Reef in Mackay as step towards Brisbane Olympics

There are no skate parks on their island, so Fiji's skaters practise at the one place that is guaranteed to have a smooth pavement — Parliament House.

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Queensland lifeguard shortage leaves beaches unpatrolled during school holidays

Surf Life Saving Queensland says its lifeguard numbers have fallen "well below quota" as an industry-wide staff shortage leads to a reduction in patrol locations from the Sunshine Coast to Cairns.

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Suns bounce back, defeat St Kilda in AFLW

Gold Coast showed no mental scars from a bruising QClash defeat, responding to beat St Kilda by 14 points in their AFLW clash in Mackay.

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Young adults in regional Queensland swapping booze for the beach with alcohol-free events

From sunrise to sunset, opportunities are being created for young people to make meaningful connections during the working week, all without resorting to drinking.

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96yo has almost $500k taken by son, daughter-in-law, documents filed in Mackay court allege

The north Queensland woman was living independently until a fall saw her son and daughter-in-law move in and allegedly take advantage of her over several years.

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Queenslanders recall Queen Elizabeth II's visits, letters and kindness as the world mourns

Rowdy breaches of etiquette, a station luncheon in blistering heat and up-close glimpses of the Queen's outstanding character all make for fond memories from those lucky enough to meet the late monarch.

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Mackay hospitality business buys motel to attract overseas staff during worker shortage

The Sunday brunch is back in full swing, but hospitality businesses are struggling to attract staff — so one Queensland company has figured out a way to offer housing.

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Officer recalls gunshots and 'flying bodies' 25 years on from Mackay outlaw bikie gang shootout

It was the story that stopped the nation: a bikie shootout that shut down a town in regional Queensland. The man first on the scene recalls the harrowing moments, 25 years on.

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Missing cat who fell through Mackay office roof reunited with owners after eight months and 1,600km journey

Eight months after Eugene the cat "did a Houdini jump" and ran away from his owners, he turned up in the most unexpected of places, falling through the ceiling of a Mackay office building, leading to an emotional reunion.

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Mackay councillors to decide if they should be subjected to random drug and alcohol tests

Double standards about drug and alcohol testing could be about to change for one Queensland council, but there are calls for it to go even further.

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Man accused of killing former partner Tania Trickey appears in Mackay Magistrates Court

The man charged with the murder of Townsville mother Tania Trickey has appeared in court for the first time.

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Man linked to Amber Alert in Mackay region arrested and charged with domestic violence, drug offences

A north Queensland man linked to an Amber Alert last week has been arrested and charged with domestic violence and drug offences after a five-day search.

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Police make 52 arrests in North Queensland, disrupt statewide meth syndicate

Police raids from Brisbane to Mackay have seen meth, guns and $200,000 cash seized and more than 230 charges laid.

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Four children found after Qld abduction

Three girls - aged three, seven and eight - and a four-year-old boy have been found almost a day after their alleged abduction in north Queensland.

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Queensland police issue amber alert as four children taken north of Mackay

Queensland police are seeking urgent public assistance to locate four children taken by a man from a property north of Mackay who are feared to be at "significant risk".

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Commonwealth Games: Claire Colwill's family create own Games village to cheer on Hockeyroos

The family of Commonwealth Games debutante Claire Colwill surprise her 92-year-old grandmother to make sure she doesn't miss their beloved Hockeyroos in Birmingham.

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The Loop: Three dead and shooter at large near Mackay, China launches live fire military drills around Taiwan, jury deliberates on Alex Jones

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Reports multiple victims in Qld shooting

Queensland police are responding to the incident in Bogie, northwest of Mackay.

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