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NQBP 2018-19 Annual Report Released

North Queensland Bulk Ports 2018-19 Annual Report

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.

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.

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.

Port 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.

Behind-the-scene port tours offered for 80th celebrations

Ever wanted a behind-the-scenes tour of the Port of Mackay? Here’s your chance.

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.