States & Territories
Mackay Qld
4740
(Pop 73 000)
Mackay is a successful Tropical Nth Qld coastal city 950 km n-w of Brisbane. It is an interesting mixture of heritage and Art Deco buildings combined with modern and sophisticated architecture. Additionally there are major port facilities, great beaches, an historic hinterland and close proximity to the Great Barrier Reef. European settlement began in 1860s with sugar cane growing eventually replacing the cattle industry. Today Mackay produces over a quarter of the country's sugar and nearby coal discoveries have also been a great boost to the economy. Mackay markets Sat am. Festival of the Arts (July), Sugartime Festival (Sept).
Accommodation:
Mackay has over 30 motels, 8 hotels/resorts, 6 caravan parks & many holiday apartments.
Visitor Information Centre: Old Town Hall, 320 Nebo Rd. Tel (07) 4952 2677 or 1300 130 001.
(Pop 73 000)
Mackay is a successful Tropical Nth Qld coastal city 950 km n-w of Brisbane. It is an interesting mixture of heritage and Art Deco buildings combined with modern and sophisticated architecture. Additionally there are major port facilities, great beaches, an historic hinterland and close proximity to the Great Barrier Reef. European settlement began in 1860s with sugar cane growing eventually replacing the cattle industry. Today Mackay produces over a quarter of the country's sugar and nearby coal discoveries have also been a great boost to the economy. Mackay markets Sat am. Festival of the Arts (July), Sugartime Festival (Sept).
Accommodation:
Mackay has over 30 motels, 8 hotels/resorts, 6 caravan parks & many holiday apartments.
Visitor Information Centre: Old Town Hall, 320 Nebo Rd. Tel (07) 4952 2677 or 1300 130 001.
Regional Business Directory:
1. Beauty & Fashion
2. Business to Business
3. Shopping
On the Map
Copyright OZmobi™.