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Did you know about the legend of the Mackay Monster?
August 04, 2014
Sunday, 27 July 2014 Sunday was a beautiful Winter's day and the Pioneer River was at its best, high tide, when our group of about sixty history explorers headed off along the Pioneer Promenade....
Read More 1 Reaction ShareMackay Oral Histories Project
July 31, 2014
What events have shaped the health of the Mackay coastline? Mackay Conservation Group are calling on the community to share their stories of fishing, reef, ports and leisure along the Mackay coast... Anyone interested...
Read More Add your reaction ShareCarmichael Mine Approved Despite Impacts on Water, Habitat and the Reef
July 29, 2014
The Federal government’s decision today to approve Adani’s Carmichael coal mega mine in Western Queensland is blind to the devastation it will cause to water, habitat and the local environment says Mackay Conservation Group....
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July 18, 2014
Well just a week after Dudgeon Point coal terminal was cancelled we were shocked to hear out about new plans to barge up to 30 million tonnes of coal from Hay Point. Coal will...
Read More Add your reaction ShareDudgeon Point coal terminal extension: Petition to Queensland Coordinator General
June 12, 2014
The proposed Dudgeon Point Coal Terminals Project (DPCT) consists of two coal export terminals, and associated infrastructure, with a combined capacity of up to 180 million tonnes per annum. Mackay Conservation Group (MCG) is...
Read More Add your reaction ShareJoin us and the birds for the next Beautiful Walk
May 15, 2014
Join us as we explore Wetlands Walkabout, a beautiful 32 hectare nature reserve in the heart of Mackay. This natural wonderland encompasses tidal and freshwater wetlands and support a stunning display of birds including...
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May 14, 2014
Mackay Conservation Group will be opening an art exhibition on Friday 20 June at 5.30pm, featuring work by local artists. If you would like to contribute, please call 4953 0808. As well as...
Read More Add your reaction ShareCourt case update
May 14, 2014
On March 28 MCG launched legal action against Minister for the Environment Greg Hunt over his decision to approve the dredging and dumping of dredge spoil for the Abbot Point coal terminal. We had...
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April 16, 2014
Over 65 Mackayites gathered for our Beautiful Places Walk off the coast of Shoal Point on Sunday March 30. The day started with a picnic and then local Morrie Pearson led the group over...
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