Mornings with John Mackenzie

Today I spoke with Andrew Thomas, Owner & Managing Director of Dixon Homes, about how the construction industry is coping during covid and worker shortages.

Today I spoke with Councillor Brett Moller, CRC Representative for Division 1, about new safety protocols and strategies that could be implemented to help save lives at the Babinda Boulders swimming area.

Today I spoke with Peter Dutton, Federal Member for Dickson, Minister for Defence, and Leader of the House (LNP), about defense plans and an announced project to benefit the Cairns region.

Today I spoke with Ian MacLean, Astronomer & Owner of Night Sky Secrets in Cairns, about the volcanic eruption in Tonga and some amazing skies we've been witnessing since.

Today I spoke with Denis McKinley, Retired Inspector for Queensland Fire & Emergency Services, about an update in regards to a recent rally against crime in Mareeba.

Today I spoke with Mark Olsen, CEO of Tropical Tourism North Queensland, about the current state of the tourism industry and what the future may hold. Mark also touches on a new website initiative to help promote tourism businesses.

Today I spoke with Margy Osmond, CEO of the Tourism and Transport Forum of Australia, about the lack of staff which is leading to the temporary closure of many businesses. 

Today I spoke with Dr. Donna Goodman, Allied Health Director at Cairns Hospital, about the new fever clinic to open at the showgrounds, as well as an update surrounding the vax hub.

Today I spoke with Councillor Rhonda Coghlan, Representative for Division 8, about the safety & infrastructure surrounding the roundabout access to Machan's Beach.

Today I spoke with Roderic "Roddy" Rees, Sole Director of Cairns Adventure Group & Raging Thunder Adventures, to get an inside update on the region's tourism industry.