Introducing Mackay and 1300SMILES

Population – Exceeds 140 000

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1300SMILES Location: 34 Sydney Street, Mackay
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The Mackay region is an inviting blend of secluded beaches, elusive wildlife and rural communities. Mackay is a vibrant exciting tropical city, booming from the richness of sugar and mining and Mackay is also home to one of our 17 Practices. Mackay is approximately a 13 hour drive to Brisbane and only an hour and 20 minute flight. Watch a 60sec video of Mackay.

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Lifestyle

Mackay offers the relaxed, sun-kissed, beach-goers lifestyle, but also provides a city life of hustle and bustle. Whether you spend the day at the beach, a day at the shops, or a day at the movies, Mackay offers something for everyone. Mackay is unique in that it can provide ‘City Slickers’ with the daily grind, but also provides those who prefer the country side a place to call home. Click here for Hotel accomodation.

Climate

Restaurants

With over 80 restaurants in Mackay alone, whether its fish and chips you’re after or a five course meal – Mackay can provide something for everyone’s taste.  And whether you’re on a budget or not, you’ll find something to suite your pocket’s taste as well. From waterfront dining, to alfresco café’s, no stone is left unturned when it comes to variety in Mackay.   

Industry

The Mackay region is a farming town – with high focus on sugar cane, animal and fresh produce. However Mackay itself is slowly transforming into a Tourism Boom. Tourism is an emerging industry in the region, but already boasts and input in excess of $300m per annum.

Pubs/Nightclubs

Mackay is not best known for its night life, however stay near the city (Close to Victoria and Sydney Streets); you’ll be sure to find the best on offer. If it’s a quite drink after work you need the local corner Pub is never far.

Family Activities

Families in Mackay can enjoy activities such as; movies, bowling, rainforest walks, playing on the beach and many, many more. Mackay is a family orientated place, and the little ones are sure to never be bored!

Entertainment

Fun for the adults can be found in a variety of activities. Whether it’s a relaxing massage, or perhaps it’s an adrenalin kick, Mackay diversely offers something for every one. Mackay has an impressive entertainment centre that boasts high profile international, Australian and local acts. Click here for events.

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Housing

Being as diverse as Mackay, rest assured when it comes to a place to call home, there is something for everyone. Whether it’s a studio apartment overlooking the water, or a spacious family home in the suburbs, Mackay has it all on offer. Go here for a list of the latest real estate buys and rentals.

Facilities

Mackay offers one of the fifth regional busiest airports, with flights operating 7 days a week, 5am ‘till 9pm.  Serviced by 4 airlines, they are sure to get you where you have to go, and where you need to be.    

Schools

There are 9 schools spread out over Mackay. From Preschool to High school, your child’s education is covered.

There is one university – by the name of James Cook, for all your tertiary secondary education, along with a TAFE for your skill refining.

Hospitals and Medical

Mackay has all your medical needs covered – from optical to obstetricians, Mackay has it all. There are a number of private hospitals, and 2 general hospitals.

Shopping Centers

Caneland Shopping centre is the major shopping outlet for Mackay. With over 130 specialty stores, shop until your heart is content. Most suburbs have their own shopping centre, with a supermarket and perhaps a few specialty stores.

Are you ready for a career with 1300SMILES in Mackay?

For more information, please call or email our recruitment consultant Debbie Oakes. (Available 24hours a day)

Office Phone: +61 7 4721 1238 (Normal working hours Monday to Friday)
Email: dentistrecruitment@1300SMILES.com.au

After Hours:

Debbie Oakes - Mobile: 0427 144 449

We look forward to talking.