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Council commits to expand aquaculture industry

Published on 28 November 2023

Rockhampton Regional Council has joined as the inaugural partner for Rockhampton State High School’s Barramundi Grow Out program.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Media Releases

Rockhampton glimmers gold at 2023 Queensland Tourism Awards

Published on 27 November 2023

The Rockhampton region radiated at the 2023 Queensland Tourism Awards on Friday evening, taking home a total of four awards.

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

Tourism is on the Forefront this week at Queensland’s Tourism Week

Published on 22 November 2023

Advance Rockhampton, Rockhampton Regional Council’s Tourism, Industry Development, Marketing and Major Events team are this week attending Queensland’s Tourism Week in Cairns.

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

Strong Prospectus for Agricultural Growth in Fitzroy Food Bowl

Published on 15 November 2023

A new agriculture investment prospectus will help drive economic growth across the region as part of a Rockhampton Regional Council initiative.
The new prospectus sets out the significant opportunities available through the Fitzroy Food Bowl and benefits the Rockhampton Region has to offer.

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

RADIANCE BY LASERVISION ILLUMINATES ROCKHAMPTON

Published on 07 November 2023

This December, RADIANCE illuminates the Rockhampton Botanic Gardens, Friday 1 December – Sunday 24 December. Presented by LASERVISION, RADIANCE is an immersive, Christmas-themed LUNA Light Journey.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Arts & Culture, Advance Rockhampton, Events & Activities, Media Releases

Anglers set to reel in the glory for the 2023 $10K Thready Competition

Published on 31 October 2023

Rockhampton’s Fitzroy River (Tunuba) is hosting the ultimate angler’s adventure with the return of Fishing The Fitzroy’s $10K Thready Competition.

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

Join the Festive Fun at the CBD Christmas Fair!

Published on 24 October 2023

Rockhampton Regional Council have been busy getting into the festive spirit with preparations well underway for the annual CBD Christmas Fair on Saturday 2 December.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams

Rockhampton Regional Council leads new project to protect the reef

Published on 24 October 2023

A new project seeking to assist emerging and existing irrigators in the Fitzroy Food Bowl in meeting their reef water requirements is now underway in the region.

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

Beef2024 to be bigger and better than ever

Published on 19 October 2023

Rockhampton Regional Council and Beef Australia today announced that Beef2024 will be bigger and better than ever with Council delivering new activations and funding for the region’s largest event.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton

2024 Major Events Cement Rockhampton as Visitation Capital

Published on 10 October 2023

It’s all happening in the Rockhampton Region!
The Rockhampton Region will cement itself as the visitation capital of Central Queensland with the release of the 2024 Major Events calendar.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton, Events & Activities, Tourism

Council appoints new Executive Manager of Advance Rockhampton

Published on 31 August 2023

Rockhampton Regional Council is excited to announce the appointment of Angus Russell as Executive Manager of Advance Rockhampton.

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

Bush Summit Rolls into Rockhampton

Published on 17 August 2023

Rockhampton Regional Council will welcome News Corp Australia’s national Bush Summit on Friday August 18.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton

Investing in the Future – $2 million to support new jobs, industry and

Published on 16 August 2023

Rockhampton Regional Council will continue to drive new jobs, industry and opportunities to the region through a $2 million investment in economic development in its 2023/24 Budget.

The investment will support Council’s economic development arm, Advance Rockhampton, to undertake new activities and deliver programs that support local business and industry.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton

Investing in the Future to drive Rockhampton as the visitation capital

Published on 03 August 2023

Newly released figures from the National Visitor Survey show that tourism expenditure in the Rockhampton region is at an all time high, reporting $416 million, up almost 22% compared to the previous year.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton, Tourism

Emma Memma Meets our Mischievous Meerkats at Rockhampton Zoo!

Published on 20 July 2023

Emma Watkins, everyone’s favourite twirling ballerina, has twirled her way into Rockhampton today as part of a promotional tour ahead of her show at the Pilbeam Theatre on Tuesday 8 August, 2023.

Tagged as: , Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases, Rockhampton Zoo, Tourism

Advance Rockhampton Launch New Tourism Marketing Campaign

Published on 18 July 2023

Advance Rockhampton, the region’s lead tourism, marketing and major events agency, has today launched its 2023 ‘Yeah the Girls’ tourism marketing campaign aimed at increasing visitation amongst the ‘girls’ target market.

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

Players arrive in Rockhampton for the Junior State Cup

Published on 06 July 2023

The next generation of touch football stars have arrived in Central Queensland for the 2023 Queensland Touch Football (QTF) Junior State Cup.

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

Mountain Biking Event brings a Tourism Boost to the Region

Published on 21 June 2023

Hundreds of mountain biking enthusiasts and their families gathered in Rockhampton for the recent Rocky Trail Academy Schools Competition and the Fox Superflow® Gravity Enduro race, two of the fastest growing mountain bike racing formats held in Rockhampton during winter.

Tagged as: , Deputy Mayor Neil Fisher, Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Advance Rockhampton, Mount Archer, Tourism

Rockhampton Region Recognised in Top Tourism Town Award

Published on 09 June 2023

Rockhampton has secured its place as one of Queensland’s top tourism towns after being recognised as a finalist in the Queensland Tourism Industry Council’s (QTIC) Top Tourism Town Awards.

Tagged as: , Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases, Tourism

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

Small Business Commissioner Tours Rockhampton

Published on 11 May 2023

To celebrate Small Business Month, Rockhampton’s lead economic development agency, Advance Rockhampton through Rockhampton Regional Council co-hosted Queensland’s Small Business Commissioner, Dominique Lamb with the Capricornia Chamber of Commerce.
May is Queensland Small Business Month, and this year has a ‘love your local’ theme.

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

Rockhampton Zoo finds fame on Limited Edition Monopoly Board

Published on 29 March 2023

The “Amazing Animals in Queensland” limited edition Monopoly board game and the Top Trumps card game are a fun collaboration with the Rockhampton Zoo as a result of Advance Rockhampton’s partnership with game creators Winning Moves Australia.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases, Rockhampton Zoo, Tourism

Advance Rockhampton Launch the ‘Ultimate Mates Trip’ Campaign

Published on 22 February 2023

As the region’s lead tourism, marketing and major events agency, Advance Rockhampton has today launched its 2023 ‘Ultimate Mates Trip’ tourism campaign.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases, Fishing the Fitzroy, Tourism

E-scooters Here to Stay

Published on 14 February 2023

Rockhampton Regional Council has today endorsed the continued use of E-scooters across the city.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases, Roads and Infrastructure

Barra season is back, baby!

Published on 01 February 2023

The countdown is over, barra season is back for 2023 with keen anglers across the region ready to wet a line in the Fitzroy River (Tunuba) and chase their New Year barra personal bests (PB’s).

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases, Fishing the Fitzroy

Economic Development Strategy set to drive growth

Published on 24 January 2023

Rockhampton Regional Council today endorsed an Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan to drive our Region’s growth over the next five years.
Mayor Tony Williams said this was an important step in defining our region.

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

Mount Morgan’s Eureka Moment

Published on 17 January 2023

The Gold Rush for Mount Morgan’s economy is continuing with Heritage Minerals securing vital federal funding.

The Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) will provide a $66 million loan to the exciting project.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases

Making water work to develop the Fitzroy Food Bowl

Published on 21 December 2022

As progress on Rookwood Weir continues and construction milestones ticked off, work behind the scenes in preparation for making the most of all agricultural water in the Rockhampton region is powering ahead.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton, Environment

Rockhampton region lights up this festive season!

Published on 13 December 2022

Rockhampton is coming to life with festive cheer as residents put their homes on show for locals and tourists to join in their seasonal celebrations. Hundreds of homeowners in the region have worked tirelessly to create eye-catching and magical light show displays, which have started drawing crowds from far and wide.

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

Central Queensland primed for Defence Future

Published on 29 November 2022

Boosting Defence Force presence in Central Queensland would provide maximum capability gains for Australia’s Defence Forces while remaining substantially out of range for the most likely enemy long-range weapon systems.

Tagged as: , Advance Rockhampton

Gold Rush for Mount Morgan’s Economy

Published on 24 November 2022

Once the world’s richest and largest gold mine, is set to roar back to life.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases

Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan Open for Engagement

Published on 22 November 2022

Rockhampton Regional Council through Advance Rockhampton has today released a draft version of the new Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan.

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

Rare Spares Rockynats 03 is ready to rock!

Published on 22 November 2022

The city of Rockhampton will once again take centre stage for a revving-good time for lovers of horsepower, show cars, burnouts and the wildest modified cars in the country when Rare Spares Rockynats returns Easter long weekend 2023!

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

Rockhampton to host Queensland Touch Football’s Junior State Cup

Published on 16 November 2022

Queensland Touch Football CEO Greg Denny announced today that the Queensland Touch Football’s 2023 Junior State Cup will be hosted at Cyril Connell Fields and Norbridge Park in Rockhampton, proudly supported by Rockhampton Regional Council.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases, Tourism

Rockhampton shines at Queensland Tourism Awards

Published on 08 November 2022

Rockhampton was on the radar at the 2022 Queensland Tourism Awards on Friday evening, taking home a total of four awards.

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

Start the Rockhampton Ring Road

Published on 04 November 2022

Council, community members, local politicians, and business leaders, sent a strong statement - to simply just start construction of the Rockhampton Ring Road.

Tagged as: , Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases, Roads and Infrastructure

Fishing The Fitzroy’s $10K Thready Competition is back!

Published on 31 October 2022

Rockhampton’s Fitzroy River is looking for a new king, and it could be you. The annual competition is open to anglers of all skill levels, with a $10,000 cash prize up for grabs to the first person to catch a tagged king threadfin in the Fitzroy River system.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases, Fishing the Fitzroy, Tourism

Rockhampton Region 2023 major events calendar launched

Published on 27 October 2022

The campaign includes a 2023 major events calendar that highlights events like Rockynats 03, River Festival, Capricorn Food & Wine Festival, Pop Up Polo, PBR Rockhampton Invitational (dates tbc), Rockhampton Show and CapriCon, putting Rockhampton on the radar as the events epicentre of Central Queensland.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Media Releases, Tourism

Rockhampton and CQ to be represented at Land Forces 2022

Published on 27 September 2022

Rockhampton Regional Council is putting its best foot forward on the international front attending the upcoming Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition.

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

Larger than life Gaia exhibition at Rockhampton River Festival

Published on 15 September 2022

Visitors will be able to gaze upon the Earth as if from space, without ever having to leave the atmosphere...

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

CapriCon Pop Culture Convention is back with a vengeance

Published on 21 July 2022

On Saturday 27 August thousands of pop culture enthusiasts will feel the magic as they step foot into the largest single day pop culture convention in regional Queensland, CapriCon.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Drew Wickerson, Arts & Culture, Advance Rockhampton, Events & Activities, Media Releases

AR launches ‘Stop, See, Stay on Your Next Family Vacay' campaign

Published on 18 July 2022

Advance Rockhampton have today launched their 2022 families destination marketing campaign, ‘Stop, See, Stay on Your Next Family Vacay’.The campaign will target families living in QLD and NSW in the dreaming and planning phase of their summer family holiday.

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

Rocky River Run 2022 raises over $24,000 for charity

Published on 13 July 2022

Rockhampton Regional Council is delighted to announce that over $24,000 is set to go to charity thanks to 1,800 people pounding the pavement at this year’s 7Rocky River Run!

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

Rockynats 03 Ready to Rock Easter 2023

Published on 13 July 2022

The high-octane event will return for Easter 2023 from 7-9 April, and will once again bring tens of thousands of residents and visitors to our region including the die-hard motorsport enthusiasts.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Releases

Fox Superflow Mountain Biking Event to hit Rockhampton this weekend

Published on 06 July 2022

Rockhampton Regional Council through Advance Rockhampton have secured Rockhampton’s first Fox Superflow Mountain Biking Event to be held in region July 9-10 at the First Turkey trails.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton, Events & Activities, Media Releases, Mount Archer, Tourism

Council and Beef Australia to become Strategic Partners

Published on 23 June 2022

Rockhampton Regional Council and Beef Australia today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to become strategic partners to strengthen the working relationship between the two organisations. This MoU will see a ten year agreement and commitment to the region, with the agreement formed on a rolling basis review after each event is held.

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

Community turns out to support 2022 Rocky Show

Published on 17 June 2022

The 2022 Rockhampton Agricultural Show has proven to be a great success, attracting 30,000 visitors over three days last week.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Ellen Smith, Advance Rockhampton, Events & Activities, Media Releases

Rockhampton becomes a finalist in Queensland’s Top Tourism Town Awards

Published on 14 June 2022

Rockhampton has officially become a Queensland Top Tourism Town finalist in Queensland Tourism Industry Council’s Top Tourism Town Awards program last night.

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

2022 Rocky Show program released!

Published on 02 June 2022

Start getting excited for some adrenaline pumping fun, because the Rockhampton Agricultural Show has just announced its entertainment line-up!

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Ellen Smith, Advance Rockhampton, Events & Activities, Media Releases

Call out for Rockhampton Show Volunteers

Published on 24 May 2022

Want a chance to be part of all the behind-the-scenes energy, excitement, and action at the Rocky Show? Then put your hand up today to volunteer, and help make this the best Show that Rocky has ever seen!

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Community Notices, Advance Rockhampton, Events & Activities, Media Releases

Rocky Show entries closing soon!

Published on 18 May 2022

The Rockhampton Agricultural Show wants you and your talents. Are you crafty? Can you bake? Are you a budding artist, photographer or bee keeper? Then get your entry form in now and compete for Show Champion at the 2022 Rockhampton Show from 8-10 June

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

Get ready to run the riverside this Sunday!

Published on 17 May 2022

Start lacing up your joggers because Central Queensland’s biggest running event hits Rockhampton this weekend! 7Rocky River Run kicks off this Sunday at 6.00am with the half marathon, followed by the 10km, 5km, and 2km races.

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

Rockhampton region named finalist in 2022 Top Tourism Awards

Published on 05 May 2022

Rockhampton has today been named a finalist in the Queensland Tourism Industry Council 2022 Top Tourism Town Awards.

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

Advance Rockhampton launches winter mountain biking campaign

Published on 07 April 2022

Advance Rockhampton have today launched their 2022 Mountain Biking campaign, ‘Ride Rocky. It’s Rad’, with a goal to promote the Rockhampton region as one of Australia’s top winter mountain biking destinations.

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

Advance Rockhampton launches Rockhampton’s Sporting Destination Guide

Published on 31 March 2022

Rockhampton Regional Council’s Economic Development unit, Advance Rockhampton, are continuing to put Rockhampton on the radar with the launch of a new Sporting Destination Guide.

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

Advance Rockhampton launches 'Curb your caravan in Rockhampton' campai

Published on 24 March 2022

Advance Rockhampton have today launched their 2022 winter nomad’s campaign, ‘Curb your caravan in Rockhampton’.

The campaign will run for three months aimed at increasing visitation amongst the nomads market as they head north from SEQ, New South Wales and Victoria across winter to escape the colder months.

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

Rockhampton shines at national tourism awards

Published on 21 March 2022

Rockhampton shone bright on a national stage when the region took home two gold awards in the 2021 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards on Friday evening.

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

Advance Rockhampton launches 2022 major events campaign

Published on 17 March 2022

Advance Rockhampton has launched a new major events campaign attracting more drive and fly visitation to the region in 2022.

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

Rockhampton takes home gold in 2021 Grey Nomad Awards

Published on 09 March 2022

Rockhampton Regional Council has taken home gold in the 2021 Grey Nomads Awards for Best Trail Experience in Australia.

Shining a light on regional Australia, the awards program provides mature-aged and long-journey travellers with verified information that helps with their holiday decision making.

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

Rockhampton commands position as Economic Powerhouse of Central QLD

Published on 03 March 2022

Rockhampton has again shown the strength and contribution to Queensland’s economy being made by regional centres, with new data released this week showing significant highlights across a number of Central Queensland industry sectors.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton

E-Scooter’s to hit Rocky streets in Early 2022!

Published on 15 December 2021

Rockhampton Regional Council are excited to announce that permit applications to operate E-Scooters in Rockhampton will open on Thursday 16th December.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton

Advance Rockhampton beefs up partnership with PBR Australia

Published on 11 February 2022

Rockhampton Regional Council through their economic development arm, Advance Rockhampton has today announced a partnership with Professional Bull Riders (PBR) Australia to become the Official Presenting Rights Partner of Professional Bull Riders Australia Monster Energy Tour – Rockhampton Invitational.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton

Consultant appointed to deliver New Economic Development Strategy

Published on 08 February 2022

Rockhampton Regional Council through their economic development arm, Advance Rockhampton, are pleased to work with AEC as the successful consultant to deliver the Rockhampton Regional Council Economic Development Strategy and Economic Action Plan.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton

RRC announces Neuron Mobility to trial E-Scooters

Published on 10 February 2022

Rockhampton Regional Council are excited to announce that a permit has been approved for Neuron Mobility to operate E-Scooters in Rockhampton on a 12 month trial.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton

Get ready to scoot Rockhampton – Neuron launches this Thursday!

Published on 21 February 2022

Rockhampton Regional Council together with Neuron Mobility are excited to announce that Neuron E-Scooters will be ready to ride across Rockhampton this Thursday the 24th February!

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton

Rockhampton named 2021 Grey Nomad Awards finalist

Published on 24 February 2022

Rockhampton Regional Council has been named a finalist in the 2021 Grey Nomad Awards.

The awards program shines a light on regional Australia, while providing mature-aged and long-journey travellers with verified information that helps with their holiday decision making.

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

New Year, new barra challenge

Published on 31 January 2022

The countdown to the 2022 barramundi season is well and truly on with keen anglers across the region and country ready to wet a line and chase their New Year barra personal bests (PB’s) from the 1st of February.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton, Fishing the Fitzroy, Tourism

Rare Spares Rockynats 02 tickets selling fast!

Published on 22 December 2021

Rare Spares Rockynats 02 ticket sales are revving up, with Platinum and Family 3-Day GA tickets selling fast.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Releases

Don’t miss out on Rockynats 02 early bird tickets

Published on 01 December 2021

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

Rockhampton shines at Queensland Tourism Awards

Published on 17 November 2021

Rockhampton was on the radar at the 2021 Queensland Tourism Awards on Friday evening, taking home a total of 5 awards.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton

Boulder Creek Wind Farm receives planning consent, estimated 350 jobs

Published on 16 November 2021

The Queensland Government has recently granted planning consent for the Boulder Creek Wind Farm. Planning consent has been granted for installation of 60 wind turbines and associated infrastructure on site.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Media Releases

Catch the Fitzroy’s $10K Tagged Thready

Published on 01 November 2021

Fishing The Fitzroy’s $10K Thready competition is back! The annual competition is open to anglers of all ages and skill levels, with a $10,000 cash prize up for grabs to the first person to catch a tagged king threadfin in the Fitzroy River system.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Fishing the Fitzroy, Tourism

Rockhampton Regional Council and QLD AI Hub become Strategic Partners

Published on 15 October 2021

Rockhampton Regional Council and the Queensland AI (Artificial Intelligence) Hub yesterday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to become strategic partners to strengthen Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology uptake and understanding across the region.

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

Kick start a career in the Resource & Civil Construction Industries

Published on 14 October 2021

Following a hugely successful event in 2020, Advance Rockhampton is pleased to host the Resource, Civil Construction, Engineering and Renewables Expo for 2021.

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

Rockhampton Mayor fossicking for more Gold in Mount Morgan

Published on 13 October 2021

Mayor Tony Williams knows “thar’s more gold in them thar hills” and has written to the Minister for the Department of Resources for the creation of General Permission Areas in three locations in the Mount Morgan District.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton

Investment attraction video set to Put Rocky on the Radar

Published on 07 October 2021

Rockhampton region is set to benefit from the launch of a new investment attraction video showcasing the potential the region has to offer to investors across the nation and across the globe.

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

Rare Spares Rockynats secures a welcomed tourism funding boost

Published on 23 September 2021

Rockhampton Regional Council has welcomed the announcement from the Queensland Government that the 2022 Rare Spares Rockynats Car Festival will receive a $20,000 funding boost.

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

Rockhampton sees sell-out crowd at NRL premiership finals match

Published on 13 September 2021

The Week 1 National Rugby League (NRL) Telstra Premiership Finals match between the Parramatta Eels and Newcastle Knights held in Rockhampton was a sell-out, bringing over $680,000 economic benefit to the region.

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

Advance Rockhampton to facilitate Sunwater Landholder Support Program

Published on 10 September 2021

A $1.2 million Sunwater program to be facilitated by Advance Rockhampton is set to help Central Queensland farmers bid for water from the new Rookwood Weir. Sunwater’s Rookwood Weir Landholder Support Program will provide services including farm and land use planning, agronomy assessment, irrigation design, commercial feasibility assessments and legal advice.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Media Releases

Rockhampton one of Australia's must-ride mountain bike destinations

Published on 08 September 2021

Advance Rockhampton, Rockhampton Regional Council’s Economic Development arm, has launched its latest promotional campaign calling on keen mountain bikers to come and ride Rocky’s trails.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Councillor Cherie Rutherford, Advance Rockhampton, Media Releases, Parks and Gardens, Mount Archer, Tourism

Rockhampton shines in business events publication

Published on 07 September 2021

The Rockhampton region has been featured in Australia’s leading business events publication, Spice Magazine, highlighting the region as a destination of choice for future business events.

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

Rockhampton creates NRL history again

Published on 06 September 2021

The Rockhampton region will play host to a National Rugby League (NRL) Telstra Premiership semi-final match on Sunday, 12 September 2021.

Tagged as: , Mayor Tony Williams, Advance Rockhampton, Events & Activities, Media Releases, Tourism, Councillor Tony Williams

Rockhampton First Nations Business Program off to a Successful Start

Published on 31 August 2021

Rockhampton Regional Council through their economic development arm, Advance Rockhampton, recently partnered with CQUniversity to launch a bespoke business and entrepreneurship training program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

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

Rockhampton makes history with NRL success

Published on 30 August 2021

The Round 24 National Rugby League (NRL) Telstra Premiership between the St George Illawarra Dragons and the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys held in Rockhampton on Saturday 28 August 2021 was a huge victory and one for the history books.

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

Dragons v Cowboys Rocky tickets on sale tomorrow

Published on 23 August 2021

Tickets for the National Rugby League (NRL) Telstra Premiership Round 24 match between the St George Illawarra Dragons and the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys will go on sale at 9am on Tuesday, 24 August 2021.

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

Rocky NRL Tickets on Sale Soon

Published on 16 August 2021

Snap up your tickets and be one of the first to experience the football fever when the National Rugby League (NRL) Telstra Premiership takes over Rockhampton, 21 and 28 August 2021.

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

NRL Back on Rocky’s Radar

Published on 13 August 2021

The NRL is back on Rockhampton’s radar with Browne Park set to host a game from both Round 23 and Round 24 of the National Rugby League (NRL) Telstra Premiership.

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

Artificial intelligence helping anglers track the health of Rockhampto

Published on 10 August 2021

Local businesses need to adapt and innovate to keep up with the constantly changing world and build resilience into their business. Advance Rockhampton is teaming up with key players in the business innovation and AI industries to show how emerging technologies can help Rockhampton businesses thrive.

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

Advance Rockhampton needs your help to build a bigger and better Rocky

Published on 03 August 2021

Advance Rockhampton is undertaking an extensive engagement program to understand the community’s views and opinions on how to improve, grow and strengthen the Rockhampton region.

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

Ticket sales for Round 20 NRL Telstra Premiership in Rockhampton

Published on 26 July 2021

Tickets for Round 20 of the National Rugby League (NRL) Telstra Premiership between the South Sydney Rabbitohs and St George Illawarra Dragons will be going on sale at 2:00pm tomorrow, Tuesday 27 July via Rockhampton Regional Council’s explorerockhampton.com.au website.

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

Bravus Rockhampton River Festival dates announced

Published on 22 July 2021

The Riverside will again come to life with the return of Rockhampton River Festival proudly sponsored by Bravus Mining & Resources announced for 22-24 October 2021.

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

Turn your business idea for the mining industry into a reality

Published on 21 July 2021

The Central Queensland region is brimming with business boosts right now, and the Rockhampton Regional Council’s SmartHub is teaming up with major players in the mining industry to ensure local talent is best placed to take advantage of the opportunities on offer.

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Rockhampton features in multi-million-dollar relocation campaign

Published on 14 July 2021

The Rockhampton region is being featured in Regional Australia Institute’s multi-million-dollar national awareness campaign, Move to More, which aims to encourage Australians living in metropolitan areas to consider living, working and investing in the regions.

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Champion Turnout at Rocky Show

Published on 17 June 2021

The 2021 Rockhampton Agricultural Show has proved to be a great success, attracting 33,000 visitors over three days last week.

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Rockhampton launches bespoke First Nations Business Program

Published on 16 June 2021

Rockhampton Regional Council through their economic development agency, Advance Rockhampton has joined forces with CQUniversity to deliver a purpose-built business program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business owners.

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Saturday Sounds setting the mood in the CBD

Published on 02 June 2021

Residents of the Rockhampton region have been treated to a rotation of live music in East Street each Saturday morning over the last month thanks to Advance Rockhampton’s Saturday Sounds initiative.

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Business Innovation and Artificial Intelligence on Rockhampton’s radar

Published on 07 June 2021

Advance Rockhampton is teaming up with Queensland AI Hub, Rockhampton’s SmartHub and the Capricornia Chamber of Commerce to kick start business innovation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Rockhampton region.

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Rockhampton plays host to national conference and event organisers

Published on 04 June 2021

Rockhampton Regional Council’s Economic Development unit, Advance Rockhampton, are hosting national conference organisers and event managers this weekend through its inaugural Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events (MICE) Famil.

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Rockhampton becomes a finalist in Queensland’s Top Tourism Town Awards

Published on 21 May 2021

Rockhampton has officially become a Queensland Top Tourism Town finalist in Queensland Tourism Industry Council’s Top Tourism Town Awards program last night. Rockhampton was awarded the finalist position alongside 13 other regional towns across Queensland, marking the region as one of Queensland’s best tourism destinations.

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