“Our Blacks Beach community is in shock and as a local Blacks Beach resident myself, I understand the community’s dismay and concern.

“At this time, please check in with your neighbours.

“Our thoughts are with the young woman receiving care at Mackay Base Hospital and we thank the staff.

“On behalf of our community, I thank the Queensland Police Service and Queensland Ambulance Service for their quick response.

“All acts of violence will not be tolerated in any form in our community.