Mackay & Whitsunday
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DISCOVER A BEAUTIFUL AND LIVELY REGION OF AUSTRALIA
The Mackay-Whitsunday region is formed by the Whitsundays, which is a group of 74 beautiful islands in the Great Barrier Reef. The area also comprises a rich hinterland where you can find lively coastal towns like Mackay and Airlie Beach.
The Mackay region can be a great place to retire to and offers coastal and rural living opportunities. Seniors and retirees can enjoy a diverse and vibrant community where more than 60 different nationalities are represented.
There are several support groups for retirees that offer a wide range of services and leisure activities. There are also lively areas like Mackay City Centre, where you can find restaurants, shopping precincts, the City Library and the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre.
Living in the Mackay-Whitsunday region means having one of the most famous Australian tourist destinations at your doorstep. Many of the Whitsunday Islands are uninhabited and have pristine white sandy beaches and lush rainforest. The region offers a great variety of accommodation opportunities, from simple campsites to exclusive tropical island resorts.
