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SmartHub supports launch of new business

Published on 15 October 2020

In a boost for local entrepreneurs, Rockhampton Regional Council’s SmartHub has facilitated the launch of yet another local business today. Our Treasured Memories is an online business enabling family and friends to honour and celebrate the life of a lost loved one in a truly unique way, using modern interactive technology.

Tagged as: , Mayor Margaret Strelow, Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases, SmartHub

Kick start a career in the Resource and Civil Construction Industries

Published on 09 October 2020

The Rockhampton Region is brimming with major projects right now, and Rockhampton Regional Council is teaming up with major players in the resource and civil construction industries to ensure local workers are best placed to take advantage of the opportunities on offer.

Tagged as: , Mayor Margaret Strelow, Advance Rockhampton, Events & Activities, Media Releases

Bucking Bulls return to Rockhampton, Queensland!

Published on 06 October 2020

Gear up for some bull riding action when Professional Bull Riders (PBR) Australia returns to Rockhampton for two exhilarating events on Saturday 17 October 2020.

Tagged as: , Mayor Margaret Strelow, Advance Rockhampton, Events & Activities, Media Releases

Manuplex secures major defence contract

Published on 21 July 2020

Central Queensland founded and Rockhampton based company Manuplex has been awarded a significant work package by Site Solutions who are a subsidiary of Laing O’Rourke who are administering Australian Singapore Military Training Initiative (ASMTI) project at Shoalwater Bay training area just north of Rockhampton.

Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Media Releases

Stream Rocky talent straight to your living room

Published on 02 July 2020

Set aside your next couple of Sunday afternoons to enjoy some of our Region’s best musical talent in a series of virtual concerts presented by Rockhampton Regional Council and hosted by Triple M from the comfort of your home.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities

CQ Shopfront project helps artists develop business skills

Published on 18 May 2020

Rockhampton Art Gallery is one of several organisations partnering with The Ideas Distillery on CQ Shopfront, an exciting regionally-based project, designed to help artists navigate the world of business.

Tagged as: , Councillor Drew Wickerson, Arts & Culture, Media Releases, Art Gallery

Learn how to make your business shine online

Published on 15 May 2020

If your local business needs a helping hand when it comes to websites, social media, and video creation, then it’s time to sign up to Rockhampton Regional Council’s Business Support Webinars.

Tagged as: , Mayor Margaret Strelow, Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases

Covid-19 financial hardship programs to offer relief to community

Published on 12 May 2020

Rockhampton Regional Council is taking the next step in our community’s ongoing recovery efforts with a Mayoral Minute built around partnering with other levels of Government to support the community and business.

Tagged as: , Mayor Margaret Strelow, Media Releases

June 11 Public holiday Going Ahead

Published on 12 May 2020

The Rockhampton Region Show Public Holiday will go ahead as planned on June 11, despite the 2020 Show being cancelled. Rockhampton Regional Mayor, Margaret Strelow, said that Council had looked into moving the holiday but that it wasn’t possible.

Tagged as: , Mayor Margaret Strelow, Events & Activities, Media Releases

Council helping businesses to get back on track

Published on 07 May 2020

Rockhampton Regional Council has today announced another measure to help businesses get back on track as the COVID-19 restrictions begin to ease. The change, which will see businesses be able to use Council controlled footpaths for dining and retail displays without filling out forms or paying a fee for the next twelve months, was discussed at today’s Council meeting.

Tagged as: , Mayor Margaret Strelow, Media Releases

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