Sports attraction
SPORTS ATTRACTION IN THE REGION
SPORTS ATTRACTION IN THE REGION
SPORTS ATTRACTION IN THE REGION
Mackay region is a destination for sport
Boasting top-notch sporting facilities including state-of-the-art stadiums and playing fields and athletics and aquatic centres, Mackay caters for a wide range of sporting disciplines.
In addition to our sporting infrastructure, Mackay has a strong economic base, underpinned by the resources sector, agriculture and tourism.
Our region is renowned for its natural beauty, boasting some of the world’s best rainforests and offering many opportunities for adventure. The unspoiled surroundings provide a picturesque backdrop for your sporting activities, creating a unique and memorable experience for your athletes and fans alike.
The Mackay region has a tropical climate. Summers are hot and wet. Winter days are warm and sunny. This climate offers a diverse training environment all year round.
Opportunities and support
Mackay Regional Council has a range of opportunities available for sporting organisations and businesses from across the globe.
Council’s Invest Mackay Events and Conference Attraction Program was introduced to support the attraction of major sporting and cultural events, concerts and conferences to stimulate the local economy.
Council has a strong desire to attract national and international sport organisations and businesses to the Mackay region and has a range of incentives, funding and support for sport activities and relocating sport organisations to the region such as:
- High-performance sport training camps
- High-performance exhibition games
- Sport business conferences
- National sporting organisations
- Centres of excellence
- Sport businesses
- Hosting sporting and entertainment events at all levels
Why Mackay?
A coastal city with country charm
Mackay is easily accessible, safe and clean with excellent facilities and a sport and recreation team committed to making your camp a success.
A tropical climate
A Tropical climate suitable for a diverse training environment all year round.
Quality venues
Mackay offers ‘big city standard’ venues, accommodation and services in a compact destination. There is a purpose-built convention centre, plus hotel conference and meeting facilities with unique off-site dining venues.
Easy access
We have the fifth busiest airport in Queensland, and Mackay is serviced by more than 110 flights weekly, with more than 70 providing a 1.5 hour flight between Brisbane and Mackay.
Great accommodation
Mackay has 2000 rooms of 3.5 star standard and above, with more than eight 4 star quality hotels located within the CBD.
Access to sports specialists
There are local experts on hand in the fields of sports science and athlete recovery. Facilities and a sports and recreation team committed to making your camp a success.
A destination for sport
Mackay has produced some stellar stars including 27 Olympic and Paralympic athletes, 22 World Champions, 11 Commonwealth Games competitors and 36 Australian representatives.
Our champions represent a range of sports including Athletics, Barefoot Waterski, Basketball, BMX, Boxing, Bull Riding, Cricket, Cycling, Football, Hockey, Horse Racing, Powerlifting, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Swimming, Tennis and Triathlon.
Our legends are among Australia’s elite and include sprinter, Cathy Freeman, basketball player and coach Sandy Brondello, and current swimming sensation, Meg Harris, to name just a few.
Contact us
To learn more about our program or apply for support, contact our experienced team.
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