16/08/2026
What a wonderful day at the Islamic Society of Mackay Open Day!
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday and helped make the day so welcoming and memorable. It was our pleasure to open the doors of our mosque, host our wider community and share meaningful conversations together.
We were honoured to welcome Mayor Greg Williamson and MP Nigel Dalton. We also sincerely thank the Neighbourhood Hub, the Mental Health Unit at Mackay Base Hospital and the Mackay Regional Council Library for their valued participation and support.
Throughout the afternoon, guests enjoyed mosque tours, a multicultural meal and interactive stations exploring Islam. The henna art, Islamic meditation station, Science in Islam stations ,cultural photo booth and children’s activities brought plenty of smiles and created wonderful opportunities for people to connect.
Our Open Day was not about converting anyone. Its purpose was to build understanding, answer questions and offer an honest and welcoming picture of Islam and our Muslim community. By opening our doors, we hope to strengthen friendships, remove misconceptions and celebrate the diversity that makes Mackay special.
Thank you to our dedicated volunteers, participating organisations and every guest who attended with an open heart and curious mind. Everything came together beautifully because of your support.
It was truly a pleasure to host you. We hope to welcome you again next year!