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RMOA Announces Artists Invited for The Gold Award 2026

Published on 26 May 2026

Rockhampton Museum of Art (RMOA) is proud to announce the invited artists for its prestigious acquisitive painting prize, The Gold Award 2026, a cornerstone event that celebrates the very best of contemporary Australian painting.

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Early learning takes centre stage at Romp in the Park

Published on 22 May 2026

Rockhampton’s annual play day, Romp in the Park, has brought together more than 50 local service providers and seen up to 3,000 attendees at this year’s event.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Events & Activities, Media Releases

Horse sport event to bring a barrel of fun for all

Published on 21 May 2026

One of the state’s biggest equine events, the Cap Coast Classic barrel racing competition, gallops back into Gracemere this weekend, backed by a $6,000 grant from Rockhampton Regional Council.

Tagged as: , Councillor Edward Oram, Deputy Mayor Drew Wickerson, Media Releases, Community Services

Event lends a hand of support to hundreds

Published on 21 May 2026

Hundreds of vulnerable people in the community have received immediate access to 34 different services at this year’s Hands of Support event.

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Rockhampton’s resources – critical to Australia’s future

Published on 21 May 2026

Rockhampton Regional Council’s economic development arm, Advance Rockhampton, has brought together more than 100 stakeholders from across the resources sector, for a new event, to showcase the region as a destination for investment in critical minerals exploration, extraction and processing.

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

Sun smart and play ready as Council renews two Rockhampton parks

Published on 20 May 2026

Delivering on its vision for a liveable region, Rockhampton Regional Council has completed major upgrades at two popular Rockhampton parks.

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Driving habits in focus this National Road Safety Week

Published on 19 May 2026

Rockhampton Regional Council is reminding the community to think about their driving habits ahead of National Road Safety Week.

Tagged as: , Councillor Marika Taylor, Media Releases, Roads and Infrastructure

Heartbreaking outcome for Rockhampton Zoo

Published on 19 May 2026

Rockhampton Regional Council has shared the deeply saddening news that Mary, one of Rockhampton Zoo’s beloved chimpanzees, delivered stillborn twins on Saturday morning.

Tagged as: , Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Media Releases, Rockhampton Zoo

Wear orange this Wednesday and support our local SES

Published on 18 May 2026

Communities across the country are set to be a shade of orange for WOW Day, shining a spotlight on the local heroes who roll up their sleeves in times of need

Public Notice – Auction of Abandoned Vehicles

Published on 15 May 2026

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

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