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07/09/2026

🚨 Strengthening Emergency Response!

State Emergency Service - Mackay Regional Unit from across the region joined QPS, Marine Rescue Queensland and Rural Fire Service crews for a large-scale search and rescue exercise at Midge Point. 🚒🚤

The two-day exercise put skills, technology and teamwork to the test, helping strengthen the region’s emergency response capabilities. 👏

Read more here: https://shorturl.at/YufSw

27/08/2026

🔶SES Week is underway! 🔶

SES Members from Mackay, Whitsunday, Isaac and Rockhampton joined QPS, MRQ and RFS for a successful two-day multi-agency search and rescue exercise at Midge Point.

A great opportunity to put our skills to the test, strengthen coordination and build capability across agencies.

🟨 Hear from Mackay Local Controller Andrew Sander and Whitsunday Local Controller Greg Yuskan in the Channel 7 News coverage.

17/08/2026

🚨 You may notice a little more emergency services activity around Midge Point this weekend!

From 21–23 August, SES and our partner agencies will be out and about around the Midge Point area conducting a multi-agency search exercise.

We’ll have SES crews from across the region taking part, including Whitsunday SES and Isaac Regional SES Unit, working alongside our Mackay SES members and partner agencies.

So if you see SES crews, flood boats, drones, search teams and emergency service vehicles moving around the community — don’t be alarmed, we’re just practising! 😊

These exercises give our people the opportunity to work together, practise their skills and make sure we’re ready when our communities need us for real.

👋 If you’re in the area, come and say hi! We’ll have a community engagement area set up at the Midge Point SES building and would love to see some locals drop in for a chat and see what we’re up to.

Working together, keeping our community safe. 🧡

10/08/2026

🚨 We’re only training! 🚨

You might spot the Mackay SES group out and about at the Botanic Gardens tonight.
We’re there for training, keeping our skills sharp and making sure we’re ready to help when the community needs us.
So if you see us, give us a wave! 👋

No emergency — just our volunteers doing what they do best. 🧡

02/05/2026

🧡 Wear Orange Wednesday – 20 May 🧡

Mackay, it’s time to show your support for our incredible SES volunteers!

On Wednesday 20 May, wear something orange and help us say thank you to the volunteers who are always there when our community needs them most.

Whether it’s a shirt, hat, socks or even a splash of orange—every bit counts!

📸 Don’t forget to share your WOW Day photos and tag us!

02/04/2026

🍃 🐣 Planning a bushwalk or hike this Easter long weekend? 🐣 🍃

Make sure you're ready to enjoy Queensland's stunning outdoors safely. Whether you're exploring lush rainforests, rugged trails or scenic lookouts, remember these essential tips:

✅ Be prepared for all conditions: check the weather, pack plenty of water, snacks and a first aid kit.

✅ Walk with a friend: it's safer and more fun to share the adventure.

✅ Know your limits: choose a trail that matches your fitness and experience level.

✅ Share your plans: let someone know where you're going and when you'll be back.

Let's make this Easter memorable for all the right reasons. Stay safe, Queensland.

For more bushwalking safety tips, visit:
👉 https://parks.qld.gov.au/before-you-visit/visit-with-care/walk-with-care
👉 https://www.detsi.qld.gov.au/our-department/news-media/down-to-earth/bushwalking-and-hiking-queensland-safety-tips

Happy Easter and happy hiking! 🥾 🐰

26/03/2026

🔶Answering the Call 🔶

In Part 3 of our SES 50th anniversary series, we hear from our newest members — the next generation stepping forward to serve their communities.
These volunteers are at the beginning of their SES journey, bringing fresh energy, new perspectives, and a strong commitment to helping others when it matters most.
This video shares why they joined, what motivates them, and highlights the capabilities and skills that make SES what it is today.

Do you see yourself in orange? Click the link below to register your EOI and take the first step.

https://www.ses.qld.gov.au/form/become-an-ses-member

Isaac Regional SES Unit

Address

22 Ness Street
Mackay, QLD
4740

Telephone

+61409894721

Website

https://www.ses.qld.gov.au/

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