A leading dust-control expert is warning Aussies to be aware of potentially deadly dust in workplaces you might not expect. It comes after the Australian Workers Union last week revealed the diagnosis of Joanna McNeill, a 34-year-old Melbourne mother of two, whose silicosis was detected through an X-ray check when she returned to work from maternity leave. Ms McNeill said she worked at Boral Quarries in Melbourne s east, doing administrative tasks in an office 90 metres from a crushing plant. Managing director of de-dusting equipment specialist Mideco, Melton White, said the need for frontline workers in mining and quarrying to wear personal protective equipment had become better understood in recent years.
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A commercial Wagyu breeding program in the Mackay region has plans to expand by building a caretakers residence for a full-time worker.
ACL Farming has operated along Grasstree Beach Rd for three years but owner, Andrew Ivory, stated he needed extra help to prepare cattle for breeding and birthing. The location of ACL’s Wagyu beef breeding program at Grasstree Beach.
Proposal documents submitted to Mackay Regional Council stated the farm worker would need to be in the paddocks twice a day for the “very labour intensive work”.
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Subscriber only One of the region s oldest establishments has come a long way since its origins as a respiratory clinic - but some things - like old-fashioned customer service - never change. Built in 1934, the Eungella Chalet building served as a respiratory hospital in its former life. Two local doctors ran the hospital, but it closed within the first 18 months of operation. When that didn t work out, the original land owner began running it as a hotel, laying the foundation of what the chalet is known for today. Epic views of the Pioneer Valley, great atmosphere and delicious food are just some things that spring to mind.
Premium Content A direct flight from Mackay to Uluru is back on the table. So if Uluru is on your bucket list and you missed the last trip, you can now fly straight from Mackay and support a local business from March 12 to 14. As we had such a success with our Weekends product that launched last year, we have been trying to secure accommodation for another Mackay trip, Ms Rains said. Our Mackay clients are itching to get away. Offering our weekend adventure with flights direct from Mackay to Uluru and two nights accommodation plus touring included, gives people a chance to tick off a bucket list destination conveniently and safely.
The storeâs last day of trading was on Wednesday.
âWe would love to say thank you to all our wonderful customers,â the Facebook post stated.
The post said the shop licence and equipment were available to buy with guidance and access to suppliers. Sammy Jo Stenberg delivering doughnuts to the Mackay Police Station. Picture: File.
âAs Donut Empire is a trademark brand, our supply chain is available for anyone who wants to open their own.â
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