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Mackay's iconic rockwall ready to roll for Superboats

The Port of Mackay’s landmark Southern Breakwater will be open to spectators during the Offshore Superboats Championships taking place off Mackay this weekend.

Lighthouse launch shines bright

NQBP has joined the Bowen community to celebrate the completion of the North Head Lighthouse restoration project.

Take a seat at North Wall beach

We have installed a memorial seat at Mackay’s North Wall beach to help commemorate past residents with a connection to the area.

Showcasing leadership and commitment to environmental protection

Ensuring the environment remains at the forefront of business planning and operations will be the focus of talks, by North Queensland Bulk Ports (NQBP) and other industry-leading organisations, at the 2017 Australasian Coasts & Ports Conference this week in Cairns.

Safety first on Mackay's iconic Southern Breakwater

Public safety on Mackay’s Southern Breakwater remains a primary concern after an increase in the number of people reportedly behaving illegally.

Mackay's Southern Breakwater hosts community 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's EcoPorts grants a blooming success for local schools

Sustainability plays a key role in ten school projects which have each received a $1000 EcoPorts grant from North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP).

Learning to protect our marine life

Bowen State High School’s project to breed and monitor growth rates and water quality impacts on barramundi and redclaw has gained a boost.

Investing to unlock local trade opportunities

As Queensland’s new trade strategy is rolling-out North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP) is ramping-up its pursuit of increased local trade, with an $11.64 million package of infrastructure improvements for the Port of Mackay.

Sky's the limit with new helicopter contract

Two world-leading marine pilot transfer helicopters are currently under construction at Mackay airport, as they are readied for service at North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP).

Bowen Jetty back in business

As North Queensland rebuilds after Tropical Cyclone Debbie, another much-loved piece of Bowen’s history has been re-opened to the public.

Letter to the Editor: Mackay Marina and Cyclone Debbie

2017 Letter to the Editor: Mackay Marina and Cyclone Debbie

All hands on deck at critical Northern Ports

A week after weathering the impact of severe Tropical Cyclone Debbie, significant progress has been made on returning the critical northern ports of Abbot Point, Mackay and Hay Point to full operations.

NQBP ports weather the storm

INITIAL assessments today have shown that the ports of Mackay, Hay Point and Abbot Point have emerged in good condition in the wake of Tropical Cyclone Debbie.

Safety first at NQBP ports

NORTH Queensland Bulk Ports (NQBP) said the Ports of Abbot Point, Hay Point and Mackay remain closed today as severe Tropical Cyclone Debbie lashes the North Queensland coast.

NQBP ports prepared for Tropical Cyclone Debbie

NORTH Queensland Bulk Ports said today the ports of Abbot Point, Mackay and Hay Point have been locked down in preparation for Tropical Cyclone Debbie.

Photo competition celebrates history and beauty of the Bowen Jetty

North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP) today launched a photographic competition to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the iconic Bowen Jetty.

Thousands turn out for Port of Mackay 80th

OLD Mulherin Park was a sea of families, music and laughter as Mackay celebrated the Port of Mackay 80th Anniversary on Sunday 25 August.