Amanda Wright

2 months ago | mackayandwhitsundaylife.com | Amanda Wright

By Amanda WrightAlison Pighills’ rural property near Mount Jukes hums with the sounds of life—wallabies bounding through enclosures, possums scurrying into their pens, and the occasional chirp of birds in recovery. For almost a decade, Alison has dedicated her time to rehabilitating native wildlife, giving hundreds of animals a second chance at life in the wild. “When I release a wallaby and see it hopping off into the bush, there’s this incredible moment of pride and relief,” Alison said.

Nov 20, 2024 | mackayandwhitsundaylife.com | Amanda Wright

By Amanda WrightThe old bones of Hotel Mackay are about to get a second lease on life, thanks to a dynamic revival driven by two of Mackay’s beloved business couples. When the Laffins and Phillips families set their sights on the heritage-listed pub, it was more than just a business deal—it was a chance to honour their deep family ties to the hospitality scene, breathe new life into a local landmark, and create a new hub for the Mackay community to gather, celebrate, and make memories.

Oct 31, 2024 | mackayandwhitsundaylife.com | Amanda Wright

By Amanda Wright‍In a historic swing, the Liberal National Party (LNP) has won the seat of Mackay, a long-held Labor stronghold, with former police officer Nigel Dalton capturing the seat through a grassroots campaign focused on tackling youth crime and supporting community safety.

Oct 24, 2024 | mackayandwhitsundaylife.com | Amanda Wright

Thursday, October 24, 2024Issue: Mackay and Whitsunday LifeBy Amanda Wright‍In a split second, the world shifts—what began as a routine moment of motherhood becomes a thunderous alarm bell, revealing a hidden enemy within, as the stark discovery of a breast cancer lump ignites an unrelenting battle, forcing an extraordinary journey of resilience, courage, and the fight for survival.

Oct 17, 2024 | mackayandwhitsundaylife.com | Amanda Wright

Thursday, October 17, 2024Issue: Mackay and Whitsunday LifeBy Amanda Wright‍In a bold call to action, Mackay's top business and community leaders gathered last week at Harrup Park, voicing their mounting frustration over the continued lack of substantial funding commitments for the region in the Queensland State Election campaign. With just 15 days left until election day, the message was clear: Mackay has been overlooked for far too long, and it's time for that to change.