Mackay Sugar
In the Media
Mackay Sugar actively engages with the media on key projects, operational achievements, and company improvements – see our latest media release below.
Mackay Sugar Accepts Magistrates Decision and Reaffirms Safety Commitment
Mackay Sugar has accepted the sentence handed down by the Mackay Magistrates Court on 21 August 2025, in relation to a workplace health and safety (WHS) incident that occurred in September 2021. The company entered a guilty plea earlier this year, acknowledging the incident in which an employee was injured during a water sampling activity on a local farm.
Cane crushing season now underway in THE Sugar City
Farleigh Mill tipped its first bin for the season at approximately 10am Tuesday 10th June 2025. Racecourse Mill will begin crushing on Thursday 12th June with Marian Mill set to start up on Tuesday 17th June with both milling trains.
Mackay Sugar Acknowledges WHS Proceedings and Reaffirms Its Commitment to Safety
Mackay Sugar has pleaded guilty in the Mackay Magistrates Court, to a workplace health and safety (WHS) incident that occurred in September 2021. The incident involved an employee who sustained injuries while undertaking routine water sampling. The matter was adjorned for sentencing until July.
Mackay Sugar Announces Start Dates for 2025 Crushing Season
Following an intensive maintenance period, Mackay Sugar is pleased to announce the anticipated commencement dates for the 2025 crushing season across our three mills.
Maintenance Manager Resignation
Mackay Sugar announces that Group Maintenance Manager, Tasman Higgins, has resigned from his position, effective immediately.
New Executive Leadership at Mackay Sugar
Mackay Sugar, Australia’s second largest sugar producer, has recently welcomed two new leaders to its executive team.
Change of Auditor
Mackay Sugar Limited (MSL or the Company) advises that PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has been appointed as auditor of the Company.
New CEO takes the reins at Mackay Sugar
Mackay Sugar, Australia’s second largest sugar producer, has today welcomed its new CEO Carl Morton, into the top job.
Mackay Sugar announces new CEO
Australia’s second largest sugar producer, Mackay Sugar, has this week announced the appointment of a new CEO, following news that Jannik Olejas will return to Europe later this year.
Mackay Sugar Charges into a Sustainable Future with New Electric Vehicle Fleet
Mackay Sugar is making a significant stride towards sustainability with the introduction of the first MG ZS electric vehicles (EV) into its fleet, which will be powered by green electricity generated by the company’s sugar mills.
New Grower Director - Frank Perna
The Mackay Sugar Limited (MSL) Board announces that it has appointed a new director, Frank Perna, to the Board.
Cane farming excellence recognised at Mackay Sugar Productivity Awards
The Mackay Turf Club came alive on Friday 15th March, as Mackay Sugar hosted its highly anticipated 2024 Productivity Awards ceremony dedicated to celebrating sugar cane farming excellence across the region.
New faces starting SWEET careers at Mackay Sugar
As a leading force in Mackay’s local sugar industry, Mackay Sugar is proud to announce the successful recruitment of ten new and enthusiastic apprentices into its thriving workforce.
Resignation of Grower Director – Melissa Deguara
Melissa Deguara has advised of her resignation from the Board of Mackay Sugar Limited effective 22 November 2023, due to unforeseen change in personal circumstances and family commitments.
Notice of Annual General Meeting
Mackay Sugar is pleased to be able to provide shareholders with the opportunity to attend and participate in the AGM.
Proxy Voting Form 2023
Proxy voting form for the 2023 Annual General Meeting for Mackay Sugar Limited.
Mackay Sugar Limited Annual General Meeting and Information meeting - 13 July 2023
Mackay Sugar’s invitation to Shareholders for the Annual General Meeting (AGM), 13 July 2023.
Sugar Pavilion a SWEET Attraction at Mackay Show
Mackay Sugar is again hosting the iconic Sugar Pavilion at this year’s Mackay Show and promises the attraction will be bigger and better than ever.
Director Education Program
In order for growers to be aware of the requirements and responsibilities of being a Grower Director, Mackay Sugar will hold an education program to be conducted at 8.00am on Wednesday 19 April 2023 at the Racecourse Mill Corporate Board Room.