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Region welcomes 35 new citizens

Published on 04 October 2024

Rockhampton Regional Council welcomed 35 new Australians at a citizenship ceremony at City Hall yesterday.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Media Releases

Plan, Prepare, Protect: Bushfire Safety Starts at Home

Published on 02 October 2024

Rockhampton Regional Council is encouraging residents to prepare their properties and families for the upcoming bushfire season.

Tagged as: , Community Notices, Disaster Management

Rockhampton Cements Status as Visitation Capital of CQ

Published on 01 October 2024

Rockhampton has solidified its status as the Visitation Capital of Central Queensland, with newly released figures from Tourism Research Australia showing record-breaking visitation for the year ending June 2024.

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

Celebrate 2024 Seniors Month

Published on 30 September 2024

October marks a special time in the Rockhampton Region calendar, as it kicks off the celebrations for Seniors Month.

Tagged as: , Deputy Mayor Drew Wickerson, Media Releases

Council set to modernise Planning Scheme for a bright future

Published on 25 September 2024

Rockhampton Regional Council has completed its 10-yearly review of the Rockhampton Region Planning Scheme, adopting a review report on Tuesday.

Tagged as: , Councillor Grant Mathers, Media Releases

Council progresses with Major Amendment to the Planning Scheme

Published on 24 September 2024

This week, Rockhampton Regional Council advanced to the next phase in updating the Planning Scheme by endorsing an amendment for State Government approval.

Tagged as: , Community Notices

Public Notice – Auction of Abandoned Vehicles

Published on 23 September 2024

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

Tagged as: , Public Notices

Grants open for Australia Day celebrations

Published on 23 September 2024

If you’re enthusiastic about celebrating Australia Day and are hosting an event for the community, Rockhampton Regional Council wants to support your event.

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

Photo competition captures impressive community efforts

Published on 19 September 2024

A number of local households and schools are reaping the rewards for their environmental initiatives this week, after they were named winners of Council’s 2024 Sustainability in Action Photo Competition.

Tagged as: , Councillor Elliot Hilse, Media Releases, Environment

Prioritise pool safety this season

Published on 18 September 2024

With summer fast approaching, Rockhampton Regional Council is urging residents to prioritise pool safety and compliance as the community gears up for pool season.