Mackay Airport (MKY)

Mackay Airport is only a 10-minute drive away from the city centre. It can be easily reached by taxi or Greyhound coaches. Coaches offer regular services to and from Mackay, and are located at the northern end of the terminal where the baggage carousels are. Alternatively, rideshare operators like Uber, Ola Cabs and Shebah provide transport to and from the airport. When it comes to the airport's facilities, Mackay Airport houses shops, restaurants, a lounge and an Ibis hotel beside the airport. It also provides services and accessibility for the disabled.

• Web:

  www.mackayairport.com.au

• E-mail:

  enquiries@mackayairport.com

• Address:

  Christensen Circuit, South Mackay QLD

• Phone:

  +61 7 4957 0201

Public Transport

Mackay Transit Coaches operate urban bus services within Mackay city. Buses run Monday to Saturday. Tickets can be purchased on board using cash.

• Web:

  www.mackaytransit.com.au/public-transport/routes

• E-mail:

  sales@mackaytransit.com.au

Taxi

Taxis are readily available with taxi ranks situated at the airport and in the town centre. Rideshare operators such as Ola, Shebah, Uber and Didi operate in the Mackay area as well, so make sure you download the app.

• Web:

  www.mackaytaxi.com.au/services

Electricity

Australia operates on a 230/240V supply voltage and 50Hz frequency. The country uses Type I power plugs, which feature two flat pins forming a 'V' shape, along with a grounding pin. This standard is also commonly used in New Zealand, Argentina, China, and several Pacific island nations. Remember to pack a universal adapter if your devices use a different plug type to ensure hassle-free charging.

Pharmacy

There is no 24-hour pharmacy in Mackay; however, you can find many of them scattered throughout the city. TerryWhite Chemmart is a reputable pharmacy in the city.

• E-mail:

  manager@twcmackay2.com.au

• Address:

  Caneland Central, Shop 2092, Victoria Street &, Mangrove Road, Mackay QLD

• Phone:

  +61 7 4951 1522

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Wed & Fri 8:30am–5:30pm, Thu 8:30am–8pm, Sat 8:30am–4pm, Sun 8:30am–3pm

Post

The Australia Post is a semi privatised service known for being efficient. There are a few post offices in Mackay, most of them centrally located.

• Web:

  www.auspost.com.au/locate/post-office/qld/mackay/4740/mackay-post-shop-440348

• Address:

  Shop 1/65-69 Sydney Street, Mackay QLD

• Phone:

  +61 13 13 18

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat & Sun closed