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Welcome to Mackay City and Waterfront - the soul of our city and the Mackay region's hub for business, relaxation, retail, hospitality and opportunity.

Indulge in some retail therapy, attend a business meeting or meander from shop to cafe, to significant building or public art work and enjoy all that the Mackay City and Waterfront has to offer. Day or night, summer or winter, enjoy it all in the city. The Mackay City and Waterfront is home to many of Mackay’s long-standing and preeminent businesses - many of which have a history dating back more than one hundred years. This history is obvious through the surrounding, well-preserved early 20th century and art deco architecture, which bring an endearing character to the streets of the city. Ever-present history, coupled with a mix of new and vibrant businesses and state-of-the-art premises, The Mackay City Centre is a diverse and vibrant focus point of our region’s business landscape. The exciting Mackay Waterfront Priority Development Area (PDA) is also taking shape. The area encompasses approximately 172 hectares and focuses on five key precincts including the City Centre, Riverside, Enterprise, Queens park and Beachside. Early works are set to commence in 2021 and include public realm upgrades that will allow a sense of connection to the stunning Pioneer River as well as an enjoyable recreational space for the community to relax and utilise.

05/11/2026

Something magical is coming to the city! 🎭✨

Registrations are now open for the 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗺𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲, happening on 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟰 as part of the City Heart Christmas Markets.

Dress up as your favourite character, gather at the river end of Wood Street and join us for a colourful parade through the city, led by our lively parade marshals and performers from FAME Talent School.

🏆 Best-dressed prizes up for grabs!
✅ Free to participate
✅ Fun for all ages
Register here: https://bit.ly/4zwfZKM

Mackay Fame Talent School Mackay Regional Council Mackay City and Waterfront MECC Hit Mackay and the Whitsundays Triple M Mackay & The Whitsundays

01/11/2026

Have you got Melbourne Cup day sorted? If not The Dispensary Mackay has it organised for you Giddy Up🐎

Giddy up! Melbourne Cup is just around the corner! Throw on your fascinators and your best flair and join us at THE DISPENSARY for our annual Melb

01/11/2026

🎃 Boo! 🎉 Last chance for 10% off at Disney The Exhibition! Offer vanishes at midnight tonight! 🕛✨ Don’t miss out!

BOOK NOW - https://brnw.ch/21x6Ojz

30/10/2026

👻👻A little spooky. A lot of magic. Confirmed as the only Australian location!

This Halloween, treat yourself to 10% off selected Disney: The Exhibition – A Century of Magic tickets for a limited time only.

Use promo code HALLOWEEN10 to save 10% on selected sessions.

BOOK NOW - https://bit.ly/DISNEYHALLOWEEN10

Offer available from 6:00 pm Friday 30 October to 11:59 pm Sunday 1 November 2026 AEST.

Don’t miss your Spooktacular Ticket Treat - choose your session and book your Disney magic today.

Offer applies to selected sessions only. Opening sessions from 4–18 December 2026 and Saturdays and Sundays during non-school-holiday periods are excluded.

30/10/2026

Great conversations, fresh ideas and new connections yesterday at the Amplify Mackay Business Activation Workshops.
Local businesses from a diverse range of industries came together to explore how they can leverage major events and increased visitation to create memorable experiences, attract customers and maximise opportunities for their businesses.
With major events on the horizon, including Disney: The Exhibition – A Century of Magic, it's exciting to see Mackay operators already thinking creatively about how they can work together and make the most of the opportunities ahead.
Thank you to everyone who attended, contributed to the discussion and shared their ideas, and to facilitator Krista Hauritz for delivering two engaging and practical sessions.

30/10/2026

🎃👻 Boo! Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the ticket booth... 🕕 At 6pm we’re unleashing a spooktacular deal that’ll have you screaming with delight! Only 5 weeks until Disney: The Exhibition fun begins - so grab those tickets before they vanish into thin air! Don’t ghost us! 💀✨

30/10/2026

🎃👻 Get ready for a spooktacular surprise! At 6pm tonight, we're unleashing a Halloween offer! 🎉🕷️ Don’t ghost us - set your alarm! Who’s ready for some spooky fun? 🕸️✨

5 Weeks until the exhibition opens!

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29/10/2026

How do you like to start your Saturday?

Coffee and a fresh bagel? Mango sticky rice and a matcha? Mushroom congee or some delicious skewers?

Maybe it’s fresh sourdough, flaky pastries, Portuguese tarts or lemon meringue pie that brings you down.

Perhaps you like to start your Saturday by quietening your mind and having a gentle stretch with free yoga and a guided meditation.

Pick up some fresh locally grown flowers or stop by with your dogs on your morning river walk. Grab a table, settle in or take your breakfast down by the river with family and friends.

The River Wharves Breakfast Collective is about Saturdays done right. Catching up with the people you love or making some new friends.

See you this Saturday at 6 River Street, Mackay.

Coffee, matcha, breakfast and free yoga from 7 am. Fresh flowers and baked goods from 8 am.

6 River St Mackay.

Papa Bens Coffee Van
The Gerbera Connection
Michell Hyde - Blue Lotus Love
Boat Ramp Bakehouse
Whiskd Matcha Bar
Rich
Happy Bagel
Meringue

Address

Mackay, QLD

Telephone

+611300622529

Website

https://www.mackaywaterfront.com.au/

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