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Mackay Base Hospital newborn baby deaths to be investigated by coroner

The deaths of three babies at Mackay Base Hospital will be investigated as devastated parents detail their struggles since the heartbreaking tragedies.

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Elizabeth Turner walks from court despite helping her son Markis flee Australia to avoid drug charges

A Mackay woman described as an "enabler" admits to helping her son flee the country to avoid serious drug charges, but will not spend any more time in jail.

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Entire board of Mackay Hospital sacked, Health Minister Yvette D'Ath says cultural change needed

The entire board of the Mackay Hospital and Health Service is sacked and a new administrator appointed. It follows a damning report into patient care in the obstetric and gynaecology department.

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Mackay District Court judge reprimands brothers for 'vigilante attack' after uncles assault sibling

Judge scolds three men who took revenge into their own hands after an attack on their young relative left him with extensive burns.

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Australia's biggest cane region Mackay turns sugar into silver at Australian Rum Awards

It's no surprise that the sugar capital of Australia is the perfect place to make canegrowers' cordial, a rum that can rival Bundaberg.

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Shortage of taxi drivers leaves travellers stuck at Mackay airport, partygoers stranded after dark

A statewide labour crisis affecting the taxi and rideshare industry is seeing people opting to sleep in cars or begging "to be taken home" after a night out.

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Complaints over obstetrician gynaecologist George Campbell du Toit at Albany hospital following Mackay hospital scandal

A group of West Australian women come forward with complaints about obstetrician gynaecologist George Campbell du Toit, who is at the centre of a storm in two states about his competency as a surgeon.

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Mackay Base Hospital obstetrics unit victims meet Yvette D'Ath

A dozen women who fell victim to lifelong injuries and trauma at the Mackay Base Hospital have been left with more questions after a visit from the health minister.

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Another resignation at north Qld hospital

Another staff member has resigned at the Mackay Hospital and Health Service after a report into the facility's failures.

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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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