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A game changer for the region!

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Have you heard what's been happening at the River Wharves on Saturday?

Published on 17 April 2026

You may have noticed a growing number of locals making enjoying their Saturday mornings along the waterfront enjoying the River Wharves Breakfast.

Learn how to turn ideas into action with Dean Cracknell

Published on 03 April 2026

Founding leader of the Town Team Movement will be providing free workshops this month. Get ready to bring your ideas to life and make your community spaces pop with real action and creativity.

Join us for City Scene with special guest Dean Cracknell

Published on 31 March 2026

Connect, collaborate and be inspired at our free networking evening with special guest Dean Cracknell from the Town Team Movement and hear more about implementation of the Mackay Waterfront Place Strategy.

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Explore our region

Located in the heart of the Mackay City and surrounded by the stunning waterfronts of the Pioneer River and Binnington Esplanade, along with the lush greenery of Queen’s Park, the Mackay Waterfront is a vibrant place for residents and visitors to connect, relax and enjoy time with family and friends.

This unique setting also presents exciting opportunities for investment, development and future growth for the region.

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Community Spaces

Bluewater Quay

Extends along the picturesque Pioneer River and is a fantastic outdoor recreational/leisure facility

River Wharves

Visit for an afternoon family picnic or plan a community event in the space

Queens Park

Family-friendly park close to the city centre, surrounded by an oasis of trees and tropical gardens

Pioneer River Pontoon

Mackay's first floating pontoon provides access to the pristine Pioneer River for fishing & boating

City and Waterfront Trails

Self-guided walking experiences that celebrate the city’s heritage, creativity and community spirit

Bluewater Trail

Take a stroll or ride along the award-winning shared pathway whilst taking in regions natural beauty

Art and Heritage

Rich history and art hidden down laneways, along the Bluewater trail and scattered across the city

What's on

Mackay Farmers' Market

24 June 2026

Local authentic farmers' market to buy seasonal produce direct from the farmer. Grown in the Mackay, Isaac, and Whitsunday region.

Mackay Riverside Market

25 June 2026

Visit the markets at the Bluewater Quay every Thursday and meet your local growers, bakers and makers.

River Wharves Breakfast Collective

27 June 2026

Unbeatable river views and community connections on every Saturday morning.

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A vibrant waterfront for everyone

The Mackay Waterfront is evolving into a vibrant and welcoming destination where people can live, work, play and connect. Celebrating its unique riverfront setting, rich heritage and local identity, the precinct will offer diverse spaces that support community life, attract visitors and enhance the Mackay lifestyle.

As the precinct grows, it will create new opportunities for investment, development and economic prosperity, helping to shape a thriving waterfront that meets the needs of current and future generations.