Mackay is a tropical city on the eastern coast of the Australian state of Queensland, some 900 km north of the state capital Brisbane.
Limited bus services run in the Mackay region. Cars can be hired from the airport. Taxis are available from major shopping centres and individuals can call the service to be picked up from a specified destination. Bicycles (push bikes) are a good fit for city transportation. Projects are ongoing to expand current bicycle routes, one long route exists from West of the city to the Canelands shopping area.
Harbour Beach and The Marina Eungella National Park Cape Hillsborough National Park The Whitsunday Islands Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens Artspace Mackay Historical Farleigh Mill - tours run daily (Monday to Friday) during the sugar season: July - November
Try the eateries at the Marina overlooking the boats - loverly cool breeziest. Mid range prices. Zambrero (Zambrero Mackay CBD), 1/47 Gordon St, ☏ +61 7 4957 8937. 10AM-9PM. (updated Oct 2021)
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In Aug, Mackay typically sees ~23°C daytime highs and 5 rainy days.
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