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The impact of road closures to Greater Whitsunday region’s industries and communities is costing us dearly.

According to The Greater Possibilities for Greater Whitsunday and Queensland election priorities, released last week, roads in our region are susceptible to constant road closures.

Across the region there have been an average 71.8 road closures for 140.6 days each year in response to a weather event or incident.

Greater Whitsunday Alliance (GW3) Chief Executive Officer Ms Kylie Porter said the region’s roads were impacted due to cyclones, major rain events and road crashes.

“Average rainfall in Mackay is up to 3 times higher than South East Queensland.

Greater Whitsunday Alliance (GW3) has released its 2024 Queensland state election priorities that underscores the critical need for investment in roads, housing and future industry growth for the Greater Whitsunday region.

The Greater Possibilities for Greater Whitsunday and Queensland election priorities document outlines strategic initiatives and investment commitments needed for the Greater Whitsunday region.

The advocacy document highlights the importance of the region’s ongoing contribution to Queensland’s economic prosperity in the lead up to the Queensland state election on Saturday October 26.

The Greater Whitsunday region is set to experience a significant boost in digital capabilities with the launch of the Greater Digital Skills Program.

This region-specific training program is tailored to support Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in addressing workforce challenges and skills gaps.

Decarbonisation Accelerated project has partnered with the Queensland Mining & Engineering and Exhibition (QME) to facilitate a one-day program focused on Mining and METS on Wednesday July 24.

This event is set to bring together leading minds and key stakeholders to explore real-world examples of decarbonisation challenges and opportunities across the mining industry and its supply chains.

Greater Whitsunday Alliance (GW3) is again delivering the Greater Foundations program, aimed at informing Greater Whitsunday teachers and educators on what career and workforce opportunities exist across the region.

Find out what role robots will play in the future of advanced manufacturing and how agtech is revolutionising the Greater Whitsunday agricultural landscape.

Sustainability leaders, deep tech investors and resource industry leaders are just some of the thought-provoking speakers who will share their experiences and insights at the Decarbonisation Accelerated Summit.

The summit will be held on Thursday May 23, at the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre (MECC) and will feature morning and afternoon panel sessions.