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McKinlay hosts government representatives after severe flooding.

Published on 06 January 2026

McKinlay Shire welcomed State and Federal ministers to Julia Creek to assess flood impacts. Leaders met with LDMG, graziers, and emergency crews, pledging recovery support including road repairs, fodder drops, and grants up to $75,000.

McKinlay’s Road Repairs are underway across the Shire!

Published on 17 July 2025

Key Facts
• Repairing over 1,200km of gravel road network
• 5 key contractors engaged & established
• Over 292 km of unsealed roads repaired
• Value of approved works: $ 58,000,000

McKinlay Shire Council is urging all residents and road users to be aware of ongoing roadworks as a major disaster recovery program rolls out across the region.

McKinlay Shire Receives $4.547million in Federal Government Funding

Published on 25 February 2025

McKinlay Shire Council has received $4.547 million as part of a $45 million federal government funding package secured by the North West Queensland Regional Organisation of Councils (NWQROC).
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