Greenvale nickel mine closed. (?)
Catholic education authorities opened St Anthony's primary school in Deeragun.
Ownership of Dunk Island passed to Qantas, following its merger with Australian Airlines.
Hamilton Island resort was placed in receivership.
Lindeman Island resort became the only Club Med village in Australia.
Japoon National Park declared west of Japoonvale.
Primary campus of St Anthony's School opens in Jensen.
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February
6 Central Queensland University campus in Mackay officially opened at Planlands.