Council invites community feedback on renewable energy benefits policy Published on 27 October 2026 Rockhampton Regional Council is asking for feedback on its Renewable Energy Community Benefit Scheme Policy, to ensure local communities share in the benefits of large scale renewable energy developments. Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Grant Mathers, Media Releases
Council support to help local swimmers make a splash at carnival Published on 23 October 2026 Young swimmers from across the state will put their speed and stamina to the test at this weekend’s Beef City Swimming Carnival at the 2nd World War Memorial Pool. Tagged as: , Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Media Releases
Public Notice - Re-naming of Infrastructure Assets Published on 23 October 2026 Council is re-naming a section of Boundary Road, approximately 420 metres long. It is located east of McLaughlin Street, Parkhurst external to Queensland Magnesium (QMAG). Tagged as: , Public Notices
Indigenous Business Awards Showcase the Power of Local Connections Published on 19 October 2026 The leadership, collaboration and legacy of First Nations businesses have been showcased at the annual Rockhampton Indigenous Business Month Celebration, held on Darumbal Country and supported by Rockhampton Regional Council’s lead economic development agency, Advance Rockhampton. Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases
Community Insight Survey 2026 Published on 13 October 2026 Have your say on the future of our region by taking part in the Community Insight Survey 2026. Tagged as: , Public Notices
Mount Morgan Buy Local Keeps Community Growth Local Published on 12 October 2026 Mount Morgan’s economic growth is being strengthened one purchase at a time this festive season, with the 2026 Buy Local Campaign officially beginning today. Mount Morgan Buy Local delivers real results for the local economy, generating around 3,000 entries annually and supporting at least $60,000 in local spending. Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases
Customs House refurbishment underway to protect history Published on 08 October 2026 A $1.8 million conservation project will commence this week to safeguard Rockhampton’s Customs House, the heritage-listed icon that has stood watch over the Fitzroy River for more than 125 years. Tagged as: , Deputy Mayor Drew Wickerson, Media Releases
Get Ready Week: Prepare today for tomorrow's emergencies Published on 06 October 2026 Residents across the Rockhampton Region are being encouraged to take simple steps now to prepare for future emergencies as part of Queensland's annual Get Ready Week campaign. Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Media Releases
$11.2 million for Parks Renewal, Refresh and Maintenance Program Published on 30 September 2026 Rockhampton Regional Council will prioritise parks and open spaces over the next 12 months with $11.2 million set aside in this year’s budget for the Parks Renewal, Refresh and Maintenance program. Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Media Releases, Parks and Gardens
Saddle Up for a Wild Ride as Calamity Jane Swings into the Pilbeam! Published on 22 September 2026 Pull up a bar stool and prepare for a rollicking good time when Queensland Theatre’s Calamity Jane swaggers into the Pilbeam Theatre on Wednesday, 30 September. Tagged as: , Media Release, Events & Activities, See it Live Season, Drama, Music Theatre