Mackay resident Mary Cruickshank said the solar farm would destroy the prime agricultural land and damage the sensitive Jane Creek catchment.
Mackay resident Mary Cruickshank voiced her opposition to the development in June 2019, saying it would destroy the prime agricultural land and damage the sensitive Jane Creek catchment. Glenella resident Frank Sheperd said he was concerned about the location of the proposed solar farm, with it 5km from the city. Mackay is known for its green valleys and both cane growing and tourism will be affected, Mr Sheperd said in June. The beautiful valley will be destroyed. Mary Cruickshank and Frank Shepherd at the Holts Rd property where the solar farm was proposed.