Mackay, in beautiful North Queensland, is one of Australia's most rapidly growing cities. Mackay is set on the Queensland Coast halfway between Brisbane and Cairns.  Situated on the edge of the stunning Whitsunday Islands and their resorts, Mackay is the ideal destination to begin a holiday With a high amount of natural beauty, Mackay has plenty to offer locals and visitors alike. From the Great Barrier Reef in the east to Eungella National Park - an Aboriginal word for land of the fallen clouds - in the west, there is plenty to do and see in this wonderful region.

CLIMATE is mild tropical with temperatures relatively constant throughout the year, while winter is warm and temperate - ideal for beach activities.

DISTANCE FROM BRISBANE (State Capital): 992 kilometres

TRANSPORT WITHIN THE REGION:

TAXI:
City Cabs - 131 008 (within Australia only)

COACH:
Seaforth Bus Lines, Mackay Coach Terminal, Mackay Transit Coaches.

RAIL:
Queensland Rail, Mackay Railway Station.

AIR:
Qantas, Virgin, Jetstar, Tiger,  Mackay Airport.

ROAD CONDITIONS AND FUEL:
All roads in the Mackay area are fully sealed and in very good condition. Fuel is plentiful.

BANKING FACILITIES:
All major banks and smaller banks have at least one office in Mackay.

HIGH SCHOOLS:
Mackay West State School is a feeder school for Mackay State High School.

SHOPPING FACILITIES:
Mackay has two large shopping complexes, Canelands and Mt. Pleasant, many arcades, smaller shops and a Central Business District.

NEWSPAPER:
The Daily Mercury is printed 6 days a week.

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