Rockhampton Regional Council Mayor Brad Carter has launched the Rockhampton Region Investment Brief - a coordinated regional 'blue print' of the Region's priority infrastructure needs.
Cr Carter welcomed the launch of the document on 19 May, saying it is one of the most innovative, practical and relevant tools ever produced for showcasing the Rockhampton Region's formidable strengths, and offering real investment opportunities.
"The infrastructure priorities we have identified are very real investment opportunities that will support the growth of this Region and our continued vital contribution to the growth of the Central Queensland, Queensland and Australian economies," Cr Carter said.
"In a nutshell this document clearly demonstrates why it's a solid investment for government and business to invest, live, work and play in the Rockhampton Region.
"Our $5.2 billion economy ticks all the boxes and is recognised nationally as a growth centre offering a diversity of business and lifestyle opportunities. Our Region is perfectly located and linked as a critical exporter and service hub for Central Queensland, servicing a 3.5hr catchment of more than 450,000 people.
"We offer one of the most reliable and low cost water supplies in Queensland; and from our innovative university to our internationally linked aeronautical and military precinct, this Region nurtures a habitat for innovation and demonstrates its capacity to profit from new knowledge and 'out of the box' ideas.
"This document simply and clearly highlights how investing in the Rockhampton Region is investing in the future of our state and our nation," he said.
The six infrastructure priorities offered in this document are: critical road and rail infrastructure; water infrastructure; serviced industrial land; CQ NRL Bid; CQUniversity Dual Sector ; and the Rockhampton Riverfront Development and Yeppoon Foreshore Development.
Cr Carter said it's time to recognise the value of the efforts and potential of the Rockhampton Region and its people, and invest seriously in stimulus for our Region. .
"This document will prove a major tool in attracting investment to improve the liveability of this great Region, starting with these critical infrastructure needs to support our growth," he said.
The Mayor thanked the amazing efforts of those who researched, compiled and produced this document including Councillors for their support of the document, Council's Marketing and Engagement Unit and Economic Development Unit who worked with Mary Carroll and the team at CTEDL. Special thanks also to Geoff Murphy and Professor Scott Bowman at CQuniversity, and the Department of Employment of Economic Development & Innovation.
The Rockhampton launch of the Rockhampton Region Investment Brief will be followed by launches in Canberra, Sydney and Brisbane to attract government and private enterprises to invest in the Region.