Melissa Westcott - Councillor - Isaac Division 3

13/10/2026

You have all afternoon to drop into the Isaac Events Centre to check out the Country Universities Centre Isaac Careers, Courses and Connections Expo.

Keen to maybe make a career change or further study? It is definitely the place to come and have some chats with the amazing stall holders.

20/09/2026

Anyone who knows me knows that affordable housing is close to my heart — it's a big part of why I'm proud to serve as Chair of the Isaac Affordable Housing Trust. I've lived through enough of the Moranbah property cycle to know how brutal it can be. When mining booms, rents can climb to some of the highest in the country almost overnight, and the people who feel it first are our childcare educators, teachers, nurses, retail workers and first responders — the very people who keep our town running, often the ones who can't find anywhere they can afford to live.

That's exactly why IAHT matters. We build and manage quality homes with rents held below market, so that no matter what the property market is doing, there's always somewhere secure for the workers our community depends on. A home shouldn't rise and fall with the price of coal.

But we can't do it alone. The single biggest thing that lets us build more homes, faster, is partnership with industry — and when the companies that operate here invest alongside us through land, funding or housing, everyone wins. So my message is simple: if your business calls the Isaac region home, let's talk. Every partnership is another family who gets to stay, through the ups and the downs.

The Isaac Affordable Housing Trust develops quality two and three-bedroom units, that are affordable and safe in the Isaac region. IAHT manages these properties and reinvests the financial return into the properties while excess funds are used to top up capital for future projects. Our locations include:
- Clermont
- Dysart
- Moranbah

https://www.isaacaht.com.au/about-us

16/09/2026

11/09/2026

Every year I post about how much I love this Moranbah tradition — seeing the Moranbah kids from our grand final teams, no matter the sport, proudly displayed down Mills Ave. 💙❤️

There’s just something about it. It brings our town together and reminds us how much we love getting behind our local teams.

And today, it’s the Moranbah Miners! 🏉

A huge congratulations to our Under 20s, Ladies and A Grade teams who have ALL made it through to the Grand Final. Three teams in a Grand Final is something pretty special!

One thing I’ve realised this year is that all those years I spent complaining about weekends on the sidelines, the travelling, the early mornings and just how much time footy — or whatever sport your kids choose — takes up… I actually wouldn’t trade them for anything.

This year my eldest moved into seniors. He has his licence. He can get himself there. Technically, I don’t have to spend every weekend at the footy anymore.

Yet… here I am. 😂

Still on the sidelines. Still cheering. And today I’ll be there again, hopefully losing my voice supporting the Miners.

We all complain about the driving too, but those hours in the car with our kids — chatting about everything and nothing, eating McDonald’s nuggets and listening to each other’s music — are hours I wouldn’t trade for anything.

Turns out the sideline years go far too quickly.

So here’s to the end of another sporting season, to all the parents who have clocked up more kilometres than they care to calculate, and most importantly, congratulations to the Moranbah Miners on having THREE teams in today’s Grand Finals.

Moranbah is behind you today. 💙❤️

Now… let’s go Miners! Can’t wait to lose my voice. 📣🏉

11/09/2026

Friday Night at the Isaac Events Centre is the perfect start to a big weekend!

11/09/2026

So much happening this weekend if your looking for something to do.

09/09/2026

A huge congratulations to Sherrie on officially launching Willow & Ark Wellness today. 🌿🤍

It takes courage to take an idea, back yourself and turn it into something that can make a real difference for others.

Willow & Ark Wellness is all about providing a safe, compassionate and non-judgemental space for people who may be feeling overwhelmed, navigating change or simply not quite sure what their next step looks like.

Sometimes people don’t need someone to “fix” everything — they just need someone to listen, help them work through what’s in front of them and connect them with the right support.

Sherrie, congratulations on taking this step and bringing another valuable support service to our community. Wishing you every success with this next chapter.

09/09/2026

There’s still time to pop down to the Women in Mining and Resources Queensland Health & Wellness Expo at the Isaac Events Centre today! 🙌

I’ve already had so many great conversations this afternoon, with plenty of fantastic organisations and services here sharing information, resources and support around health and wellbeing.

The Expo is on until 7pm tonight, so if you’re in Moranbah, come down, have a wander, ask some questions and see what’s available right here in our region.

📍 Isaac Events Centre
⏰ Open until 7pm tonight

A great afternoon of conversations, connections and community. 💚

07/09/2026

So beyond proud to have helped with my various hats over the years with the Isaac Regional Charity Fund Mayor's Charity Ball. And yesterday without a doubt I was left lost for words when both Country Universities Centre Isaac and BMA CQ Rescue were both presented the $100,000 each as a result of funds raised at the event.

Kelly Vea Vea - Mayor Isaac Region the ripple effect is very real for both organisations.

Jane Pickels - Deputy Mayor & Councillor Division 6 Isaac Regional Council Rachel Anderson - Isaac Councillor - Division 7

🎉$200,000 raised for Isaac communities!🎉

The 2026 Mayor’s Charity Ball has delivered an incredible $200,000 to be shared between Country Universities Centre Isaac and CQ Rescue.

A huge thank you to everyone who sponsored, donated and attended, and to our event partners for making it possible.