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MP meets with Qld food producers to test bioplastic future

MP meets with Qld food producers to test bioplastic future

Politics Mackay MP forges on with plan to future-proof local jobs.

This week’s political news in five minutes

This week’s political news in five minutes

Politics Seven things our local pollies said and did in Mackay this week.

Mine death laws now in force as a ‘safety net’

Mine death laws now in force as a ‘safety net’

Employment Mines Minister says he hopes the new laws will never have to be used.

Wedding businesses say ‘I do’ to eased restrictions

Wedding businesses say ‘I do’ to eased restrictions

Business More couples to tie the knot across Mackay and the Whitsundays as larger weddings...

LNP will continue to fight for Urannah Dam, Deb says

LNP will continue to fight for Urannah Dam, Deb says

Politics It follows revelations her husband is employed by the project’s proponent.

Free lung health checks for mine, quarry workers

Free lung health checks for mine, quarry workers

Politics ‘Mandatory screening is critical for early detection.’

Mines Minister addresses rumours he might step down

Mines Minister addresses rumours he might step down

Politics WATCH: Anthony Lynham fronts media in Mackay

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Call for mines watchdog to be included in Grosvenor probe

Call for mines watchdog to be included in Grosvenor probe

News It follows revelations that a number of safety directives or standards notices were...

Plane Creek grower crushed by reef laws outcome

Plane Creek grower crushed by reef laws outcome

Environment ‘The industry has been struggling with this for some time.’

State targets ‘green economy’ with $10m new minerals boost

State targets ‘green economy’ with $10m new minerals boost

Politics Premier says COVID-19 has accelerated demand for new minerals.

What $1.17m funding means for region’s Tafe campuses

What $1.17m funding means for region’s Tafe campuses

Careers The campuses will share in $450,000 for post-COVID recovery.

Katter names his KAP challenger for seat of Whitsunday

Katter names his KAP challenger for seat of Whitsunday

Politics The state election race is heating up.

What border reopening means for Mackay Whitsunday

What border reopening means for Mackay Whitsunday

Travel Queensland’s border is set to reopen within weeks.

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When production could start on $1.5B CQ mega mine

When production could start on $1.5B CQ mega mine

Business The project could support up to 2350 jobs if approved.

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New mine: CQ coal project promises 2350 jobs

New mine: CQ coal project promises 2350 jobs

Business A new billion-dollar mine has been proposed for the Bowen Basin

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Treasurer reveals resource royalties plan

Treasurer reveals resource royalties plan

Politics Cameron Dick commits to working closely with resources sector.

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‘Golden opportunity’ looms for border reopening

‘Golden opportunity’ looms for border reopening

Travel LNP pushes for June deadline to reopen interstate borders to help tourism...

Premier reveals time frame on decision to ease restrictions

Premier reveals time frame on decision to ease restrictions

Politics Call for the government to pull the pin on final COVID restrictions.

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Local councils receive $11m for job-creating projects

Local councils receive $11m for job-creating projects

Council News Mega cash splash announced for Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday.

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Mining ‘development on steroids’ needed during recession

Mining ‘development on steroids’ needed during recession

Politics MP calls for fast-tracking of Central Queensland coal mines.