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Environment 24 Feb 2020NQBP backs grower innovation to safeguard reef
NQBP Is supporting Project Catalyst, a collective of cane farming visionaries who use innovation to safe guard the reef.
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Community 9 Feb 2020Port strikes gold in Heritage Awards
North Queensland Bulk Ports (NQBP) has struck gold at the Mackay Regional Council Heritage Awards for the Port of Mackay’s 80th Anniversary celebrations.
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Trade 31 Jan 2020Höegh’s Mackay connection well received
Höegh Autoliners' monthly service to Mackay continues to be well received.
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Community 22 Jan 2020Sea road connects Yuwi people to port
Mackay Port’s new northern access road named in recognition of Yuwi Traditional Owners.
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Capital works 3 Jan 2020Further assessment for 150-year-old Bowen Wharf
Assessments taking place on Bowen Wharf from January 2020.
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Capital works 19 Nov 2019Second port access on road to completion
Works to extend Edmund Casey Drive to create a second access way to the port of Mackay is over the half-way mark
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Community 31 Oct 2019Supercharged support for Mackay students
North Queensland Bulk Ports has sponsored five teams from Holy Spirit College to compete at the Formula 1 in Schools State Championships.
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Trade 24 Oct 2019Grand finale for Ship loader cargo
The “grand finale” in the transportation of new ship loader cargo destined for Hay Point Coal Terminal was completed at the Port of Mackay today.
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Corporate 27 Sep 2019NQBP 2018-19 Annual Report Released
North Queensland Bulk Ports 2018-19 Annual Report
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Capital works 16 Sep 2019
Southern Breakwater hosts Oceania Masters Athletics Championships
THE Port of Mackay’s Southern Breakwater will provide a scenic backdrop for the Oceania Masters Athletics Championships 10km road walk event this weekend. The breakwater will be temporarily closed from the early hours of Sunday 1 September until 10am as veteran athletes from 15 countries aim to be the fastest to cross the finish line.
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Community 26 Aug 2019
Southern Breakwater hosts Magic Mile
THE Port of Mackay’s Southern Breakwater will provide a scenic background this weekend for the Mackay Road Runner’s annual Magic Mile event.
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Port operations 19 Aug 2019
People behind the port – more than a century of service
THREE long-serving staff who have devoted a collective 118 years of service to North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP) reflect on their favourite memories and milestones in the port’s history.
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Community 31 Jul 2019Port of Mackay to celebrate 80 years in August
More than 2,000 people are expected to celebrate the Port of Mackay 80th Anniversary Maritime Carnival on Sunday 25 August.
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Community 25 Jul 2019Behind-the-scene port tours offered for 80th celebrations
Ever wanted a behind-the-scenes tour of the Port of Mackay? Here’s your chance.
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Community 19 Jul 2019Port 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.
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Community 17 Jul 2019
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.
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Environment 27 Jun 2019Grant 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.
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Community 31 May 2019Southern 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.