Hundreds of members from the Queensland women's association have come together in Mackay, for the first time in more than a century. The annual conference aims to connect country women and address issues affecting rural and regional communities. 7NEWS at 6pm. #7NEWS | 7NEWS Mackay

1.7K views · 91 reactions | Counting down the year by looking back at our Top Posts for 2022. Exploring Mackay Marina caught our eye in September, for good reason! The perfect place to stay and play ☀️ #visitmackay #ourisaac #visitmackayisaac #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia : @will.burgess_ | Visit Mackay Isaac, Queensland, Australia | Facebook

A Mackay business that's been operating for less than a year has picked up a gold medal at the Queensland Tourism Awards. Four Mackay and Whitsunday tourism operators were recognised on the night; some had to make big changes to remain viable during the pandemic. 7NEWS at 6pm. More local news: 7news.com.au/news/mackay-whitsundays #7NEWS | 7NEWS Mackay

235K views · 2.2K reactions | MAJOR flooding in the Pioneer River upstream of Mackay right now! Rainfall totals of over 1000mm (1 metre) have been recorded west of Mackay during the past 48 hours! Note: Not for broadcast without permission. For licensing, please contact Severe Weather Australia www.severeweather.com.au | Mackay Weather Chasers | Facebook

Mackay's Pioneer River in flood at Dumbleton this morning! | Mackay Weather Chasers

Six new beaches across Queensland will have added defence from sharks with drone technology. It's hoped the expansion to the Sharksmart program will keep Queenslanders safe and tourists happy. | 7NEWS Mackay

Marine stingers are now threatening Mackay beaches, as hot temperatures and northerly winds impact the region. Local surf lifesavers are worried beachgoers aren't wearing protective stinger suits - what they refer to as 'seatbelts of the surf'. www.7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS | 7NEWS Mackay

A lifeguard shortage is likely to leave some Mackay beaches exposed over Summer. Lifesaving services are struggling to fill vacancies from Sarina to Eimeo Beach. 7NEWS at 6pm. #7NEWS | 7NEWS Mackay