Mining and Resources

Rockhampton Region Resources Prospectus(PDF, 3MB)

With a strong heritage in mining and resources, the Rockhampton Region has evolved into an ideal hub for businesses seeking to operate within the industry. Well connected by road, rail, air and sea, and on the doorstep to the Bowen and Galilee Basins, businesses within the Rockhampton Region continue to evolve to support existing coal mines and the growing critical minerals sector.

The Rockhampton Region Resources Prospectus demonstrates Advance Rockhampton's commitment to the mining industry, and the opportunities available for businesses seeking to enter or grow within our region.

Resources Prospectus(PDF, 3MB)

OUR Success Stories

Hear from leading businesses in the resources sector, and why they've chosen to establish themselves in the Rockhampton Region.

 

Mining and Resources in the Rockhampton Region

150 years since the first gold was discovered here, the Rockhampton Region remains a global player in the resources industry. Mining supports more than 10,600 local jobs and contributes around $2 billion dollars to the Regional economy (QRC, 2023-24).

The mining industry continues to grow, increasing its output in the Rockhampton Region by 29% from 2021-22 to 2023/24.

MINING AND THE ROCKHAMPTON REGION

  • Mount Morgan Tailings Processing & Rehabilitation Project expected to pour its first gold in 2026
  • Over 40 coal mines within a two hour drive
  • Significant critical mineral deposits within the Rockhampton Region including pyrite for sulphuric acid production, gold, vanadium, copper, molybdenum, nickel, cobalt, titanium and magnesia
  • 1700HA of industrial land available for development
  • Home to CQUniversity's School of Mining and the Rockhampton Manufacturing Hub
Resources Opportunities in the Rockhampton Region

The Rockhampton Region's central location and connectivity via road, rail, air and sea has seen the region develop into a major support hub for mining operations across the Bowen and Galilee Basin. The ever-evolving nature of Central Queensland's coal mines, combined with growing demand for critical minerals and the reopening of the Mount Morgan gold mine under Heritage Minerals are opening up fresh opportunities for businesses working in the resources sector.

RESOURCES INDUSTRY SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES:

  • Construction services
  • Equipment maintenance servicing
  • Fabrication and manufacturing of modular and mobile equipment and infrastructure
  • Land remediation consultants
  • Plant and equipment supply
  • Quantity surveyors and engineering companies
  • Renewable energy research and investment
  • Training and workforce recruitment
How can Advance Rockhampton help?

Advance Rockhampton can help your resources, transport or logistical business become part of the growing Rockhampton Region economy, by providing the following support:

  • Business to business connections
  • Development and planning advice
  • Economic impact modelling
  • Investment and site tours
  • Solutions brokering
  • Tailored data

contact advance rockhampton

Advance Rockhampton Economic Development team

Contact the Advance Rockhampton team to discuss investment opportunities and business support measures in the resources sector.

Phone: + 61 7 4936 8282
Email: advancerockhampton@rrc.qld.gov.au

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