Latest news – McKinlay Shire Council

McKinlay Shire secures $6.2 million for Child Service Facility

McKinlay Shire Council have secured $6.2 million to construct a new child service facility in Julia Creek in the second round of the Queensland Government’s Resources Community Infrastructure Fund (RCIF).

High speed internet coming to Julia Creek

MORE than $4 million in Federal Government funds are set to flow to the McKinlay Shire to improve digital connectivity in a major win for the community and the region.

Kynuna Township Water Supply – Funding of a New Bore

Mayor Cr Philip Curr is pleased to announce that planning and design work is about to kick off for a new bore and associated headworks at Kynuna Township, thanks to a package of flood recovery grants announced this week. This new bore will replace the existing bore which is nearing the end of its useful life.

McKinlay Shire Council Budget 20/21

Mayor Cr Philip Curr advises that the McKinlay Shire Council budget for the 2020/21 financial year has been adopted after a series of workshops involving Councillors and the Executive Team.

Julia Creek Caravan Park Artesian Bathhouses Re-opening

Following the QLD Premier's announcement of Stage 3 Easing of COVID-19 Restrictions, McKinlay Shire Council has been able to reopen a popular tourist attraction at its renowned Caravan Park.

Drought Community Support Initiative - Round 2 Still Available

The Salvation Army is delivering assistance through the Australian governments Drought Community Support Initiative (DCSI – Round 2).

Julia Creek MPHS - New Fever Clinic

Residents in the McKinlay Shire will now be able present to a new Fever Clinic at Julia Creek MPHS Hospital thanks to a donation from South32 Cannington.

Premier's Roadmap to Recovery

McKinlay Shire Mayor welcomed the Premier's roadmap to a COVID-safe recovery allowing more travel, more activities and larger gatherings.

McKinlay Shire's Elected Council for 2020-2024

McKinlay Shire's newly elected council made their Declaration of Office Wednesday, 15th April at the Post-election Council Meeting.

Land valuations rise in McKinlay

4 March - Queenslanders in 21 of the state’s local government areas have today awoken to new land valuations.

Scam Warning - McKinlay Shire

McKinlay Shire Council has recently been the target of a scam, despite Council's significant security systems currently in place.

Exciting Arts Projects for McKinlay Shire

Projects including mosaics, circus workshops and comedy performances are amongst the latest creative projects funded through RADF...

McKinlay Shire Council's Pilot Power Pod arrives at Port of Townsville

Please follow the link to the Port of Townsville's website to see the joint media release.

Iconic Queensland Exhibition Touches Down in Julia Creek

Media Release - 12th July 2018 The Iconic Queensland touring exhibition, showcasing artworks from 28 regional and remote Queensland artists, comes to Julia Creek from 16 th July to 7 th..

Vibrant Arts Projects Across McKinlay Shire

McKinlay Shire Council Takes out Hat Trick at Tourism Awards MEDIA RELEASE 29 th June 2018 It has been a big year for art and culture projects in McKinlay...