30th Jan 2021 5:00 AM | Updated: 1st Feb 2021 7:27 PM Hey Seaforth, we still haven t managed to find those secret fishing spots but we won t hold that against you. In fact, the last time the Daily Mercury s My Town series ventured to your piece of paradise, you were so welcoming that we want to come back. And we know there s some big changes planned for the esplanade but undoubtedly there s more stories just waiting to be told. My Town is headed back to Seaforth on Tuesday with reporter Heidi Petith and Mackay Councillor Pauline Townsend at the Seaforth Bowls Club from 11am. Heidi hopes to meet residents, recognise unsung community heroes, celebrate new businesses opening and explore issues that need addressing.
The town s name means land of the clouds and it s easy to get swept up in its views and natural wonders - but there s more to Eungella than its physical beauty. There s a charm to the township and an allure that draws people back, and has residents considering themselves lucky to call the area home. The
Daily Mercury s My Town series this week heads west to meet with locals about what makes Eungella great, but also tap into what is needed to keep it thriving. Reporter Melanie Whiting will set up at the Eungella Chalet from 11am - 1pm Tuesday where she hopes to meet residents, recognise unsung community heroes, celebrate new businesses opening and explore issues that need addressing.
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Wild weather has eased in the Whitsundays after flood waters rose across the region on Saturday.
Bureau of Meteorology forecaster Michael Paech said showers were hanging around the Whitsundays today but heavier falls were not expected.
Rainfall of about 10-40mm was more likely in the area, he said.
“We’ve had a lot of intense weather and we are on an easing trend,” Mr Paech said.
“We’re looking at showers today, but we shouldn’t see the rainfall figures we’ve seen the last few days.
“The more intense rainfall has headed further north of Townsville towards Cairns.”