Special Features
A Fresh Face With A Strong Foundation Ethan Laval, Mackay City Property
In Mackay’s competitive real estate market, one name is quickly becoming synonymous with growth, innovation, and success: Ethan Laval. At just 20 years old, Ethan has already made strides in the industry, blending traditional values with cutting-edge strategies. His ability to seamlessly navigate between these two worlds has earned him recognition as a finalist for the REIQ’s Rising Star Salesperson of the Year – a prestigious accolade that reflects his remarkable trajectory in a highly competi
Read the full story"Ovarian Cancer May Be a Silent Killer, But I Won’t Be Silent"
These powerful words by Trudy Crowley embody the spirit of a woman whose courage and resilience ignited a movement of hope, awareness, and support. Diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2016, Trudy was appalled by the lack of resources available to women facing the same battle. The single brochure handed to her offered information on breast cancer, not ovarian cancer—a glaring oversight that fuelled her determination to make a change.
For Trudy, silence was never an option. She became a fierce advoc
Read the full storyFrom Nursery Dreams to Life’s Fight Teharnee Peel
The quiet joy of preparing for her first baby, painting the nursery, assembling tiny clothes, and dreaming of the future, was abruptly eclipsed by an unimaginable diagnosis. In the days after her 20-week ultrasound, with life blossoming within her, the word "cancer" shattered the serenity, leaving Teharnee Peel staring down a daunting mass growing in her cervix. Her battle ahead would intertwine the fragility of new life with the ferocity of survival, as chemotherapy coursed through her body w
Read the full storyKnow Your Body, Know Your Normal Bridgeen Doherty
In a world that often silences the unheard, a voice can become a revolution, one that speaks not just for itself, but for countless others.
Beneath the veil of Bridgeen Doherty’s lilting Irish accent and radiant smile lies a story both heartbreaking and inspiring. Diagnosed with stage four ovarian cancer just before Christmas in 2019, Bridgeen has faced the relentless grip of the disease with extraordinary resilience, naming her cancer ‘Octavia’ and using her determination to bring light to eve
Read the full storyA Valley Of Courage Earl Neilsen
Earl Neilsen’s journey through cancer was one of those life-changing upheavals that began in silence and then roared to life with devastating force. Diagnosed in November 2019 with stage three rectal cancer, Earl recalls how his world turned upside down in an instant. What started as subtle symptoms, bloating, blood in the stool, and a change in his bowel habits, culminated in a diagnosis that felt like “a ton of bricks” landing on his family. Yet, amid the shock and devastation, Earl found his
Read the full storyThe Wedding Glow-Up For Couples A Holistic Guide to Looking and Feeling Your Best
As the big day draws near, the excitement of wedding planning can quickly mix with the pressures of perfection. But what if you viewed this countdown not just as a time to refine the details, but as an opportunity to transform into the best version of yourself—inside and out? Whether you’re the bride, the groom, or both of you tackling this journey together, embracing a holistic approach to fitness, beauty, and nutrition can help you radiate confidence, energy, and glow from every angle. Couple
Read the full storyHarvest Your Potential As A Leading Woman In Agriculture
Although women are progressively stepping into leadership roles in agriculture, the journey to success can often feel overwhelming for many young women.
Read the full storySeniors Special
Getting older is a time of reflection, growth, and perhaps most importantly, connection.
Read the full storyExperience Healthy Ageing Today
Comlink Australia Mackay is redefining what it means to age with independence, health, and vitality.
Read the full storyShining A Light On Skin Health
In the sun-drenched region of Mackay, CQ Skin Cancer Centre shines as a pillar of skin health intervention and sun damage prevention.
Read the full storyMoving Towards Wellness
In the heart of Mackay, LifeInMotion Exercise Physiology Clinic is reshaping senior wellbeing with a dynamic approach to health.
Read the full storyBuilding Mackay, One Generation At A Time
Porters, a name synonymous with family heritage and community spirit, has been a cornerstone of the Mackay region for more than 140 years.
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