A third-generation Eungella farming family is planning to host Mackay residents at a new weekend getaway venue as soon as the September holidays.

New campsites and accommodation is coming to the region as the new owners of a country pub gear up for a $2m makeover.

Dams are starting to release water as capacity reached and heavy rainfall is expected for parts of the Mackay coast. It comes as widespread rain with isolated embedded showers and thunderstorms ...

Mackay was already drenched by 70mm of rain ... Some communities between Serena and Eungella are being told to brace for falls up to 300mm. The heavy rainfall could create dangerous driving ...

Eungella Community Development Association also received funding which will go towards a ‘Coffee Corner’ at the local hall. Assistant Treasurer at Eungella Community Development Association ...