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Port seeks hidden community treasures

Mackay community members are urged to share their memorabilia to help mark the Port of Mackay’s 80th anniversary on Sunday 25 August.

Port of Mackay to celebrate 80 years

The Port of Mackay is turning 80 and to celebrate North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP) is inviting you to the party on Sunday 25 August.

Grant helps schools to grow sustainable practices

Eradicating pest plants, building a native beehive and a soil rejuvenation project are among ten school projects awarded an EcoPorts grant for 2019.

Southern Breakwater provides perfect backdrop for fun run

The Port of Mackay’s Southern Breakwater will take centre stage when thousands of runners line up for one of the region’s premier community events this weekend.

NQBP to boost safety and security

Access to the Southern Breakwater will be temporarily restricted while new security cameras are installed in a move to boost safety and security at the Port of Mackay.

Port of Mackay cements reputation as multi-cargo gateway

THE Port of Mackay is cementing its reputation as a multi-cargo gateway to Central Queensland welcoming its fifth roll-on roll-off (RORO) vessel today (8 May 2019). The Höegh America is a smaller car carrier (6,500 capacity) compared to the Höegh Trapper (8,500 capacity) which gained a lot of public interest when it visited Mackay in March. However, the America is still impressive in its own right standing at almost 200 metres long.

Seagrass monitoring data turned into an online dashboard

An environmental dashboard which allows the public to monitor the health of seagrass communities across North Queensland Bulk Ports’ (NQBP) four operating ports is now live.

Maintenance and repair works at Half Tide Tug Harbour

North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP) are undertaking maintenance and repair works at Half Tide Tug Harbour from 16-22 May 2019.

Internship program

Two JCU students were recently provided an environment-focused internship to learn the ropes from our team based at NQBP’s Mackay office. We had a chat with intern Ella Smyth about her real-world experience.

Grants help schools go eco-friendly

Ten EcoPorts grants available, each worth $1000, for projects that support or contribute to developing a sustainable environment.

Maintenance dredging commences at the Port of Hay Point

Essential maintenance dredging at the Port of Hay Point is scheduled to commence this weekend.

Breaking new ground

ZEMEK Engineering has had a solid base in Mackay for more than 40 years, working with mining giants to improve the performance of heavy equipment. We had a chat with co-owner and managing director Paul Hockings to discuss the ins and outs of equipment refurbishment and innovation.

Southern Breakwater reopens to vehicles before Christmas

North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP) Chief Executive Officer Nicolas Fertin said he is pleased to report repairs to Mackay's Southern Breakwater are complete.

New port Community Reference Groups meet

Port trade, project updates and recreational fishing were among the topics in focus at Port of Mackay and Port of Hay Point Community Reference Groups.

2017-18 Annual report

Record trade, infrastructure projects, world-leading environmental research and a busy community sponsorship program are among key achievements highlighted in North Queensland Bulk Ports’ 2017-18 annual report, tabled in Queensland Parliament last Friday.

Mackay's southern breakwater hosts top Mackay Triathlon Festival

The Port of Mackay’s Southern Breakwater will host the region’s top triathletes as part of the Mackay Triathlon Festival this weekend.

New port marine science internship

Two fortunate students from James Cook University will work alongside industry leaders as part of the inaugural internship program run by North Queensland Bulk Ports and the university.

First RORO ship arrives in Mackay

The first roll-on roll-off (RORO) ship to berth at Port of Mackay arrived on Thursday, with four Caterpillar 794AC mining trucks on board.