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New tourism infrastructure meets growing demand from travellers

Published on 29 June 2026

Rockhampton Regional Council has installed new tourism infrastructure to help meet demand from the growing number of caravan and RV travellers coming to the region.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Media Releases, Tourism

Traffic changes as Canning Street reconstruction reaches next phase

Published on 29 June 2026

Rockhampton Regional Council crews will begin work at the intersection of Canning Street and Cambridge Street on Tuesday, 30 June to install a new water main connection, stormwater drainage, kerbing and footpaths.

Tagged as: , Deputy Mayor Drew Wickerson, Councillor Marika Taylor, Media Releases, Roads and Infrastructure

Growing a greener, cooler future for our region’s parks

Published on 26 June 2026

Rockhampton Regional Council is investing in the future of its local parks and open spaces, with 300 new trees to provide more shade and enhance aesthetics for recreational spaces.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Media Releases, Parks and Gardens

Council launches new five year partnerships to help restore the Region

Published on 25 June 2026

Major revegetation works are on the way for some of the region’s favourite natural spaces, thanks to new partnerships between Rockhampton Regional Council and a number of local organisations.

Tagged as: , Councillor Elliot Hilse, Deputy Mayor Drew Wickerson, Media Releases

Building Rockhampton: Driving the future of regional growth

Published on 24 June 2026

Leaders from across the building sector have come together to explore the Rockhampton region’s future industry priorities and workforces needs.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases

South Rockhampton Flood Levee Statement

Published on 23 June 2026

Rockhampton Regional Council has resolved to formally cease the South Rockhampton Flood Levee as an active project now that a new Flood Risk Management Study is underway.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Media Releases

Community invited to discover “where art connects” at Walter Reid

Published on 23 June 2026

Rockhampton’s vibrant creative heart will open its doors this July as the Walter Reid Cultural Centre (WRCC) hosts its much-anticipated annual Open Day on Saturday 25 July, from 10am to 3pm, offering free entry to the public.

Tagged as: , Deputy Mayor Drew Wickerson, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases

Tails wagging in Gracemere as new fenced dog off leash area goes ahead

Published on 19 June 2026

Plans for a new fenced dog off leash area at Cedric Archer Park are moving ahead after receiving strong community support during Council’s recent consultation period.

Tagged as: , Councillor Edward Oram, Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Media Releases, Parks and Gardens

Public Notice – Auction of Abandoned Vehicles

Published on 17 June 2026

In accordance with Local Law No. 1 (Administration) 2011, Council is disposing of abandoned vehicles via a public auction.

Tagged as: , Public Notices

Rockhampton Zoo welcomes new baby chimpanzee