Mackay Whitsunday
The Mackay Whitsunday Branch understands the important role our industry plays in boosting regional economic activity and creating liveable communities.
The development industry employs 7 per cent of the region’s workforce.
As a branch we know that when our industry is doing well, our community is doing well. We are passionate advocates for our members ensuring that our region provides quality and affordable housing and development choices for our growing population. We are proud of our reputation as the expert advisors to the Mackay Regional Council and we have worked hard to develop strong relationships with local businesses, decision makers and government officers.
Branch Committee
News
February CEO’s Diary
February meetings of our CEO.MACKAY: Minor planning scheme policy update
Minor changes to the Mackay planning scheme policies (PSP) are expected to be made on March 1. These will affect PSPs regarding subsurface drainage design, structures/bridge design, cycle facilities, and pathway design, pavement design, and site regrading.Nominations closing soon
Nominations for the position of Branch President and for membership to the Branch Executive Committee opened earlier this month.Check your RPEQ
Queensland’s engineering industry should be prepared for compliance audits and investigations into non-compliance with the Professional Engineers (PE) Act to be conducted.Mosaic’s alternative approach to making enduring difference to communities
A deep-seated philanthropic aspiration, driven by a belief that one of their core responsibilities is to give back to the communities in which they develop, was behind the establishment of Mosaic Property Group's Foundation in mid-2017.A message from our CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.Local Events
Lunch with the Mackay Mayor
Join us on March 26 to hear direct from Mayor Greg Williamson on his vision for the Mackay region.
Event detailsSpeakers
Cr. Greg Williamson