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Supporting SES thanks to State funding

Published on 07 June 2023

The Rockhampton Region is no stranger to disasters, from floods, bushfires and cyclones, our community has been through its fair share. However, the response and recovery from disasters and emergencies would not have been possible without the support of the local State Emergency Service (SES) crews.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Media Releases, Disaster Management

Get snapping for the Sustainability in Action Photo Competition

Published on 05 June 2023

It’s time to get your cameras out as today marks World Environment Day and the opening of Council’s Sustainability in Action photo competition.

Tagged as: , Councillor Drew Wickerson, Councillor Donna Kirkland, Fitzroy River Water, Rockhampton Regional Waste and Recycling, Environment

Auction Notice - Land to be sold 21 June 2023

Published on 05 June 2023

This is an Auction Notice under section 142 of the Local Government Regulation 2012 (‘the Regulation’). Rockhampton Regional Council has issued a Notice of Intention to Sell pursuant to section 140 of the Regulation to sell the land described below by way of auction.

Tagged as: , Community Notices

Public Notice - Auction of Abandoned Vehicles

Published on 03 June 2023

In accordance with Local Law 1 (Administration) 2011. Council is disposing of abandoned vehicles through a public auction.

Tagged as: , Public Notices

Legacy marks 100 years of service

Published on 02 June 2023

Today, Rockhampton Region Mayor Tony Williams and 21 local torch bearers participated in the Legacy Centenary Torch Relay, a 6-month campaign to pay homage and acknowledge veterans’ families, saluting their sacrifice.

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

Rockhampton to host Queensland Country Rugby Union Championships

Published on 01 June 2023

Queensland Country Rugby Union have announced that the 2023 Queensland Country Rugby Union Championships will be hosted at Victoria Park in Rockhampton, proudly sponsored by Rockhampton Regional Council. The event is expected to attract between 700-800 players and their families at the end of June this year and will be held in Rockhampton again in 2024.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Events & Activities, Media Releases, Tourism

Rockhampton’s Economy is Thriving

Published on 31 May 2023

Rockhampton’s economy is thriving with the city’s gross regional product at an all-time high.

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

Community encouraged to share thoughts on local libraries

Published on 29 May 2023

Once upon a time you would hear shushing sounds whilst in a library, but today Rockhampton Regional Council is asking the community to speak up and share their thoughts about our library services.

Tagged as: , Councillor Drew Wickerson, Media Releases, Rockhampton Regional Libraries

Applications for Community Assistance Program now open!

Published on 26 May 2023

Round one of the 2023/24 Community Assistance Program (CAP) has opened to support local not-for-profit organisations with projects and events they are planning within the Council area.

Tagged as: , Councillor Drew Wickerson, Media Releases, Community Services

Playground upgrade complete for Joyce Harding Park