The Main Roads Minister has weighed in on the RACQ's Unroadworthy Road's survey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The findings challenge a 2019 World Health Organization report.. that microplastics in drinking water are harmless.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Study finds microplastics from drinking water present in cancer samples

The top scam types driving the largest losses are investment scams, remote access scams and business email compromise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mackay makes Top 10 list for most reported scams in the State

Kicking off around 9.30 the march begins on Brisbane street, then along Victoria Street before turning right onto Gregory Street.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brief road closures ahead for Mackay CBD this morning for Police march

The driver is safety out of the truck, with no injuries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruce highway blocked South of Proserpine due to truck rollover

Half of the 8 cyclones predicted for Aus made landfall last year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cyclone season could be worse this year according to a meteorologist

Two local roads join Top 10 list for worst in Queensland

Mackay polices, Stephen Smith says its a way for us to remember those who didn't make it home while also showing continued support to families who were left behind.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local events for National Police Remembrance Day

Charles Burke has taken the reigns of the role designed to give farmers more support and hold the supermarkets to account.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Farmers Commissioner to hold supermarkets to account

Packed with potholes, lacking lanes and prone to flooding that's just some of the complaints the RACQ received as part of it's latest Unroadworthy Roads Survey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruce highway ranked Queensland's most despised road

The United Workers Union is urging North Queensland Airports to intervene...with Unions Lyndal Ryan adding that that the pay difference has no justification.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mackay Airport security screeners to go on strike this Friday

Police say the male fled on a green and white motorbike with fishing gear...anyone with information or dashcam vision is asked to come forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Young boy assaulted at boat ramp prompts Police search

The Central Coroner will now investigate the baby's death then determine whether or not to hold an inquest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Case dropped against a Mackay father accused of killing his baby

Also - A health care advocate has slammed the State Government for limiting the accommodation options for rural patients seeking medical treatment in Brisbane. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mackay, Isaac and Whitsundays small businesses receive State grants

It's understood three hotels have been purchased to help the South East's homeless... but Justine Christerson says it's a case of robbing Peter to pay Paul. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State Gov slammed for limiting accommodation options for Hospital travelers

For mortgage holders, the RBA will meet this afternoonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New report reveals Central Queensland rental struggles

Three buses, including a pink Sleepbus for women, will serve Mackay and Sarina....With each bus offering safe sleep pods for up to 20 people. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mackay and Sarina's sleep buses are coming 2025

Around 85 percent of Queenslanders who pass away are getting cremated instead of buried.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the cost of living affecting the cost of dying?

Earlier this year the service announced it was deploying more dogs and handlers across the State, with others in the pipeline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The benefits dogs bring to our Queensland Police Service

Anglo American’s Moranbah and Grosvenor crews were sent overseas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Bowen Basin mines rescue teams wrap up Columbia competition

It was the largest graduation in 26 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Police officers to start across Mackay and The Whitsundays today

No proof of swimming ability is required to participate in activities on the GBR. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Safety warnings after multiple deaths on the Reef in the past year

It's believed the deer were unlawfully introduced to Wild Duck Island in 2005.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feral deer eradicated from Great Barrier Reef island

Premier Steven Miles wrote to the Prime Minister this week, calling for a return to 80:20 funding arrangement.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coalition leader commits to 80:20 Bruce Hwy funding split

Anthony Albanese has shut down a request for the return of 80-20 funding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PM pours cold water on Premier's Bruce Hwy request

Plus, a Miners Memorial Day service is currently underway in Collinsville.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Expert says more federal funding is needed to repair the Bruce Hwy

Police will prepare a report for the coroner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Missing 40yo Cannonvale man found dead

Priority upgrades under the package would include stretches like St Lawrence to Mackay and Mackay to Proserpine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Premier asking PM to cough up $1bn for Bruce Hwy upgrades

Plus, three mayors join forces calling for local road upgrades.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Qld crash hotspots revealed with Bruce Hwy featuring heavily on list

Plus, operation targeting high risk offenders in the Northern Beaches results in 19 people charged.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NQ mayors demand road upgrades be prioritised ahead of election

Plus, Make Renting Fair campaign calls for a limit on how much rents can increase by.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Operation Red Dragon results in 19 people charged on 56 offences

Plus, the Greens have today made a public transport election announcement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coal inspector travelling to mine where worker suffered leg injury

Plus, new data shows more people are moving regional. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Qld mine safety regulator investigating another crush incident

Plus, new data shows city folk are still making the shift to regional Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police issue stern warning to motorists after deadly Bruce Hwy collision

Plus, a Bowen Basin mine worker is recovering in hospital after suffering a crush injury.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police confirm 22yo woman died in fiery Bruce Hwy collision

Plus, the Queensland Government promises to keep public transport fares at a flat rate of 50 cents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Forensic Crash Unit investigating fiery collision which left one dead

Construction will start this month on the Wilson Beach swimming enclosure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Works to start on swimming enclosure destroyed by Cyclone Debbie

And an end to months of industrial action at Wilmar’s sugar mills, could be on the horizon.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retiring MP makes heartfelt final speech in parliament

Wilmar mill workers are voting on a new enterprise agreement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crucial vote to decide whether ongoing mill strikes will end

Plus, the Cowboys coach reckons North Queensland fans are too nice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Supporters of mum accused of killing daughter heckle media outside Mackay court

A Mackay mother accused of killing her daughter has tried to have the case against her thrown out in court.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mum accused of killing daughter tries to have case against her thrown out

Police have charged a man following a fatal hit-and-run in Bowen, in July.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

29yo charged nearly two months after deadly hit-and-run

Also - school for troubled youth may expand to North QLD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mackay Councilor fighting to keep pub cat at Koumala Pub

Several agencies are joining forces todaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Calls for State Gov to address issue of youth homelessness

A recent AEU report revealed more than half of Queensland private schools receive more government funding than state schools.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Funding for schools is at a record high

They're fed up with a range of decisions from a live sheep export ban to water buybacks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farmers protest Parliament House in Canberra today

which aims to tackle violence and abuse towards teachers and staff, is something they've been pushing for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teachers Union supporting "No Excuse for School Abuse" campaign

Anglo American and Glencore have responded to environmental group Lock the Gate's report claiming Queensland mines aren't doing enough to control their fugitive methane emissions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two Queensland mines assure they are on track to reach 2030 emission targets

They're coming from the Nationals senator Bridget McKenzieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Calls for Qantas to sell Jetstar

Also - police will be upping patrols on rural roads. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Better mobile connectivity coming to Mackay and The Whitsundays

The report found an average family of a couple with two children... are currently $116 over budget each week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mackay Whitsundays still struggling with cost of living pressures

the incident occurred July 25th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charges still to be laid over fatal Bowen cyclist crash

That comes from The Federal Workplace Relations MinisterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sugar pay dispute gone on 'far too long'

It’s after driver visibility dropped to just 200-metres in Mackay Monday morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shadow Recoveries Minister voices concerns over forecasts ahead of summer

Its part of 19 other centers due to be opened across the state.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mackay to get a new walk in Medicare Mental Health Center for 2026

Tomorrows planned strike has been scrapped.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

End to Wilmars pay disputes could be in sight

Local Federal MP Andrew Wilcox has started an online petition calling for immediate action to fix the Bruce Highway.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

33 lives lost in our region on the Bruce Highway since 2019

Revealing the elective surgery waitlist is the 3rd worst in QLD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shadow Health Minister at Mackay Base this morning

A reminder, help is available by calling the Sexual Assault Helpline on 1800 010 120. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victims of sexual abuse encouraged to come forward this Child Protection Week

Also - Search continues for missing man Joel Pringle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AI and deep fakes are new challenges child protection cops are facing

QLD's Conservation Council are calling for LNP to commit to an energy planSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Poll finds majority of Queenslanders support transition to renewable energy

According to the new ‘Seasonal Experiences Index’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whitsundays record tourism drop in Winter and Autumn

Also - Police investigate Whitsundays fire See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Online safety a 'top priority' this Child safety Week

Also - September 1st changed for Queenslanders See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police investigating 'suspicious' Whitsundays fire

Queensland Trucking association CEO Gary Mahon believes this is one the main reasons its so unsafe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queensland the only State without a multi-lane major highway

Plus, the man accused of the Bogie triple murder, has had his case moved to the Townsville Supreme Court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Council responds to petition launched to save beloved pub cat

Petitioners are calling on Mackay Regional Council to stop the removal of a beloved pub cat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petition gains popularity to save iconic pub cat

The grazier accused of a triple murder on a property west of Bowen, has had his case moved to the Townsville Supreme Court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Man accused of Bogie triple murder to stand trial in Townsville

Plus, police are investigating after a North Mackay business was targeted by thieves this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Committal hearing begins for man accused of Bogie triple murder

Plus, more strike action is planned tonight, at Wilmar's eight sugar mills. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Council advocating for road fix ahead of state and federal elections

Further industrial action is planned tonight, at Wilmar Sugar's North Queensland mills.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NQ Mayor warns further sugar strikes will only worsen situation

Three North Queensland Mayors are uniting, calling for an end to the sugar industry dispute.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NQ Mayors unite to call for an end to sugar dispute

Plus, staff to return to work today following last weeks Byerwen mine death.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Helicopter to take first flight today before providing aeromedical services

Plus, judge finds podcast looking into the death of a Mackay woman didn't seriously harm the reputation of her former partner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Regulator gives the OK for mine to resume operations following worker death

Plus, we're being encouraged to tell the men in our lives just how much they would be missed, if they were to die in a car crash. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

66yo remains in critical condition after being struck by pickup truck

Plus, Wilmar Sugar is set to present a new deal to union members this week, potentially bringing an end to months of mill strike action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health Minister says Gov is yet to decide where to build new hospital carpark

Plus, Health Minister Shannon Fentiman admits parking is a problem at Mackay Base Hospital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police appeal for witnesses of crash which seriously injured 66yo pedestrian

That's according to new QPU President, Shane Prior. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Union says DV scourge is taking a toll on police

Plus, tributes are flowing in for the worker killed at a Bowen Basin mine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Search efforts continue, still no sign of missing man Joel Pringle

The Queensland Conservation Council this week claimed at least 26 proposed coal mines would clear important koala habitat if approved by the federal government. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal Environment Minister wont confirm koala habitat impacts

after a second miner death this month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mining and Energy Union calls for Q-Coal to cease operations

Resources Health and Safety Queensland are investigating. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Second death at Byerwen Mine this month

Also - How to attract more GPS to the bush See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crime scene declared in fatal Whitsundays fire

No other nearby residents were physically injured...Police will investigate and prepare a report for the coroner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One dead in overnight cabin fire in The Whitsundays

 The 26-million-dollar chopper has come all the way from ItalySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New chopper for CQ Rescue in Mackay is coming

The man was arrested yesterday and charged with 5 counts of dangerous operation of a vehicle causing death or grievous bodily harm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greyhound bus driver to reappear in court over fatal June crash

Meantime further restrictions on migrants coming to Australia on student visas is undergoing public inquiry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

51 overseas medical staff deployed to Mackay HHS

Also Mackay Police on geofinder apps relating to DV crimesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two men attempt to steal cars at red traffic lights in Mackay CBD

Its as today is equal pay day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queensland among worst in country for gender pay gap of 12.6%

According to a new report See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8 in 10  guardians worry about how to help kids navigate dangers of social media

Jessica Polsoni  and her husband are charged over the death of their two-year-old after allegedly neglecting to hospitalise her until she was presented to hospital in 2022.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"sovereign citizen" charged with murder criticised Mackay Magistrate

CS Energy have got the green light for the 285 mega watt Lotus Creek Wind Farm near St Lawrence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wind farm in Central Queensland gets the green light

A pilot of Trust Exchange will be ready next year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Locals hesitant to hand over personal data for new Digital ID platform

Police allege a car was set on fire by a 53-year-old in Strathdickie yesterday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whitsundays dispute ends in flames

Nationwide, only 24 per cent of students from remote schools has strong standards for reading, compared to 71 per cent of kids in major cities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More student support needed for regional students amidst Naplan results

Boarder Force officers located messages detailing the 57-year olds intent to sexually abuse children in the Philippines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mackay man sentenced to two years over child abuse material overseas

A GoFundMe has been set up for the Estrada family, with more than 13-thousand-dollars raised to help cover funeral costs and medical bills..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Identities of two women killed in Whitsundays crash revealed

There's been 1460 of confirmed cases of influenza so far this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Flu cases hitting the younger Mackay generation

 Mackay HHS remain in communication and are "closely monitoring the situation.."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whopping cough outbreak confirmed at two Mackay primary schools

Its as the QLD Premier announced more than 50 boreholes had been drilled as part of investigative studies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pioneer Valley community says Miles needs to be stopped

Its understood the driver of the Navara was in a critical condition and was airlifted to hospital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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