North Jacklin has been operating in Mackay since 1961. From modest premises at 148 Wood Street, North Jacklin opened the original Dealership on 20th April 1961. The Dealership operated as an Austin Morris franchise for 1½ years before they acquired the Datsun franchise for Mackay and District. On 2nd January 1963 business commenced with the Nissan franchise at the Corner Wood & Gordon Streets. The Dealership commenced with two staff and a part time clerk and now employs in excess of 70 people.

The 18th October 1999 marked the retirement of North and Judy Jacklin after some 39 years of servicing Mackay and District. The business was sold with the existing 44 employees being retained.

The dealership expanded in September 2001 with the introduction of a second Used Vehicle outlet in Milton Street enabling the acquisition of the Jayco caravan franchise. After the redevelopment of the Milton Street yard in August 2005 the caravans were relocated onto the adjoining block and the used vehicle yard at Gordon Street yard was closed and stock amalgamated into the Milton Street premises.

On 2nd July 2005 the Dealership moved New Vehicle Sales, Spare Parts, Service and Administration operations under one roof into a new purpose built facility at 49 Gordon Street (Corner Gregory Street). This provided us with the opportunity to expand the new vehicle area of our business with the inclusion of the Subaru franchise.

North Jacklin Pty Ltd is committed to supporting the Mackay district by employing local people, purchasing from local businesses and sponsoring local Schools, Charities and Clubs.