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'No FIFO': How locals can get involved in $1bn CQ coal mine


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The company behind the $1 billion Olive Downs coal mine project has revealed it will be seeking to employ locals from surrounding towns to fill the 1500 jobs up for grabs, ruling out any fly-in, fly-out rosters.
A Pembroke spokesman said construction was still planned to go ahead later this year, despite disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID has impacted activities and the company is committed to respecting guidelines in place for safe operations during this challenging period, the spokesman said.
Some matters are out of the company s control, and it will ensure it provides updates on any material change to its plans should COVID measures continue. ....

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COVID vaccine rollout to boost confidence in mining


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Stimulus packages coming off the back of the worldwide vaccine rollout will inject a boost of confidence into the resources sector.
That is according to Resource Industry Network general manager Dean Kirkwood, who said there was much for the sector to look forward to in 2021.
Mr Kirkwood said coal prices had bounced back, with mine sites in the Bowen Basin now looking to ramp up production again.
With the worldwide (COVID) vaccine rollout, on the back of that, governments are looking to stimulate their economies, he said.
Once you start stimulating the economy, a lot of infrastructure gets built, infrastructure is built by steel and we need metallurgical coal to make steel. ....

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NOVEMBER REVIEW: Stories of strength, charity and tenacity


Hummingbird House received more than $6500 from Coles shoppers and team members in Mackay.
Stores at Northern Beaches, Parkside Plaza and Caneland Central were praised for their efforts and donations, despite the financial challenges from COVID-19.
Parkside Plaza Coles store manager Josh Back said the appeal was an opportunity for his team to raise money for Queensland s only children s hospice.
 
 
Mackay Regional Council Strategic Planning manager Jaco Ackerman and Mayor Greg Williamson at the Northern Beaches Community Hub site.
 
A library, pool, and essential government services could soon find home in Mackay s fastest growing district as Northern Beaches residents are called on to shape a $25 million development. ....

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Campaign seeks to dispel Mackay 'stepping stone' myth


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Calling all talented and skilled workers – Mackay wants you for a very special mission, should you choose to accept.
The objective? To help solve the problems of our extensive industry base and help the region maintain its competitive edge.
Resource Industry Network has launched a campaign to attract a talented and skilled workforce to Mackay with a suite of videos that shine a light on our career opportunities.
They feature eight of Mackay’s business leaders.
G&S Engineering national workforce planning and recruitment manager Kimberly Matheson stated in one of the videos that Mackay should not be considered a “stepping stone”. ....

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