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

9.5K views · 82 reactions | Ten years ago today, Mackay was declared a disaster zone after record rainfall caused widespread flooding. The city saw 600mm of rain in six hours - more than a third of the rainfall Mackay could usually receive in a YEAR. We've dug up a news story from our archives  What are your memories of the floods? ️ Mackay Regional Council | ABC Tropical North | Facebook

29K views · 156 reactions | Heavy rain is falling across Mackay as another round of stormy weather moves through. Floodwaters are being reported across the region with roads at Beaconsfield, Andergrove and Mount Pleasant going under. These students have had to save their cars from rising waters in the Holy Spirit College Mackay car park. Report on 7 News Mackay at 6pm. www.plus7live.com.au #qldweather #Mackay #7News | 7NEWS Mackay | Facebook

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

Regional Water polo talent has converged in Mackay to begin a three day Senior Men's and Women's competition. Teams from across Queensland are not only eyeing the gold, but a chance to be named in their state's Country representative team. | 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