Mackay’s Troppo Markets find success at new home

Key points

• Troppo Markets has moved to Caneland Central in Mackay, where its first market lifted overall foot traffic by 20 per cent. The monthly market runs on the second Sunday of each month from 7.30am to 11.30am, with a gold coin entry donation.
• Several food outlets, including Laffo's, Muffin Break and Jamaica Blue, will open slightly earlier to serve market shoppers. Centre manager Mark Farquhar said management will monitor traffic, parking and pedestrian access during the first few markets.
• The centre's owner, Sentinel Property Group, says the event will help draw visitors and strengthen ties with the local community.