Farewelling two Kauri Pines from Botanic Gardens due to decay Published on 13 November 2026 Rockhampton Regional Council has made the difficult decision to remove two Kauri Pine trees from the Botanic Gardens due to their declining health. Tagged as: , Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Media Releases, Parks and Gardens
Carols by Candlelight Returns for a Charitable Cause Published on 12 November 2026 The spirit of Christmas will shine brightly this December as Carols by Candlelight returns to the Pilbeam Theatre for two spectacular evenings of festive music and charitable giving on 11 and 12 December. Tagged as: , Media Release, Events & Activities, See it Live Season
Hunter Street set for landscaping refresh Published on 11 November 2026 Council's Parks crews will commence landscaping improvements on Hunter Street, West Rockhampton, this week with the removal of ageing palm trees, making way for a more revitalised garden. Tagged as: , Community Notices, Parks and Gardens
Shop local and discover handmade treasures at Reid's Gallery & Gift Sh Published on 10 November 2026 Unique gifts and local creativity is on display at Reid's Gallery & Gift Shop which has returned to the Walter Reid Cultural Centre until Christmas Eve. Open daily from 10am to 3pm, the pop-up gallery shop offers shoppers the chance to find one-of-a-kind gifts while supporting local artists from the groups based at the Walter Reid Cultural Centre. Tagged as: , Deputy Mayor Drew Wickerson, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities
Remembrance Day services across the Rockhampton region Published on 09 November 2026 Communities across the region will pause to pay their respects to our service men and women on Wednesday, 11 November for Remembrance Day. Tagged as: , Community Notices
Rockhampton shines with Gold and Silver at Queensland Tourism Awards Published on 09 November 2026 Rockhampton Regional Council has once again been recognised among Queensland's tourism leaders, taking home both Gold and Silver at the 2026 Queensland Tourism Awards, held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre on Friday evening. Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Marika Taylor, Advance Rockhampton, Tourism
Bargains, baubles and big bids await at the Upcycle Village Fair Published on 09 November 2026 The community is invited to shop, explore and get creative at the Upcycle Village Fair, returning to the Lakes Creek Road Waste Management Facility on Saturday, 14 November. Tagged as: , Councillor Shane Latcham, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling
Mount Morgan ANZAC Park upgrade unveiled for veterans Published on 06 November 2026 Rockhampton Regional Council has unveiled a major enhancement of Mount Morgan’s ANZAC Park memorial, improving accessibility for remembrance services and creating an appealing green space for community reflection. Tagged as: , Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Media Releases
Council support to help swimmers make waves at Twilight meet Published on 06 November 2026 Swimmers from Rockhampton and beyond will take to the blocks this weekend, vying for State Championship qualification at the Rocky City Twilight Meet. Tagged as: , Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Media Releases
Christmas Starts Here at the Heritage Village Markets Published on 05 November 2026 On Saturday 28 November enjoy free entry and extended twilight trading to explore a diverse range of stalls featuring handmade, locally crafted and high-quality gifts from makers across Central Queensland. Tagged as: , Deputy Mayor Drew Wickerson, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases