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Whether it’s rain hail or shine you can add these items to the school holiday agenda. From arts and crafts to movie afternoons and indoor go-karting, there are options to suit everyone.
Charcoal Still Life Drawing at Artist Studio Caneland
What is it: A charcoal still life drawing workshop.
When and where: Friday, April 9, ground floor of Caneland Central across from Bed, Bath N Table. First session is from 9am-10.30am, second session 11am-12.30pm.
How to get involved: Each session is $25. Bookings are essential, click here to secure your spot.
Clay Turtle Workshop at Artist Studio Caneland
Major crashes: A woman was taken to Mackay Base Hospital in a stable condition for observation following a single-vehicle rollover on the Bruce Highway at Pindi Pindi about 10.42pm Saturday. In a separate incident, two people were taken to Mackay Base Hospital in stable conditions following a crash in West Mackay about 5.45pm Saturday. Witnesses reported the crash involving two cars occurred at the intersection of Donaldson and MacKenzie Streets. A first responder received minor injuries. Four people from the first incident involving a white hatch back also received only minor injuries and were taken by road to Mackay Base Hospital.
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Mackay’s boat ramps and beaches were eerily quiet on what is typically one of the busiest days of the year.
Wet and windy weather on the Easter long weekend meant many opted for an indoor celebration, with Easter egg hunts and outdoor barbecues washed out by the rain.
Glimpses of the sun were few and far between as grey clouds covered much of the region.
But many didn’t let the gloomy weather dampen their spirits as families made the most of Easter Sunday by spending the afternoon at Mulherin Park. Only a few cars spotted at the River St boat ramp on Easter Sunday. Picture: Melanie Whiting