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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.

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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.

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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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Auction Notice - Land to be sold 14 May 2026

Published on 14 May 2026

Local Government Regulation 2012

This is an Auction Notice under section 142 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (‘the Regulation’).

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North Rockhampton Cemetery upgrades improve safety and amenity

Published on 14 May 2026

Visitors to the North Rockhampton Cemetery will now have easier access and a more welcoming, landscaped setting in which to remember loved ones, following the completion of upgrade works by Rockhampton Regional Council.

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Big Laughs Incoming with Australia's Best Comedic Talent

Published on 12 May 2026

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is hitting the road and bringing the laughs to the Pilbeam Theatre on Friday 26 June, delivering a fast paced, side splitting showcase of the very best comedy talent from Australia and beyond, all packed into one unmissable night of comic treats.

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Rockhampton’s economy strong in latest GRP figures

Published on 12 May 2026

New data has confirmed the strength of the Rockhampton Region’s economy which is experiencing its strongest growth since 2012.
Figures from economy.id showed the Rockhampton Region’s Gross Regional Product (GRP) reached $7.6 billion in FY24/25, an increase of 4.3% of real growth from the previous year over and above inflation.

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Black spot works get underway in Berserker

Published on 11 May 2026

Rockhampton Regional Council has begun works to improve safety at another known black spot at Berserker.

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