Mackay schools have been issued a Timeout poster with information regarding the recommended minimum exclusion times for various infections.
Hand, foot and mouth symptoms include a mild fever, runny nose, sore mouth/throat and blisters in the mouth, on the feet or hands and even on the elbows, knees or nappy area.
These blisters usually last from three to five days. Hand, foot and mouth disease.
Gastroenteritis is highly infectious and any child with vomiting or diarrhoea should stay home for at least 24 to 48 hours after symptoms have stopped.
To prevent further cases parents are urged to keep any child displaying symptom home until they are symptom free.
It is the second time the project has been proposed after the first development approval lapsed. The strategic location of the centre, within proximity to the Mackay City centre, will provide essential support services for existing and future residential accommodation, documents stated. Design plans for a new education and care service at 48 Carlyle St, Mackay, as submitted to Mackay Regional Council. Picture: Jardine Architects A genuine need exists within the area for additional child care places ⦠the proposed use is also likely to encourage the use of other commercial/retail services in the locality and provide additional employment opportunities within the community.