Rockhampton
LIVING IN
There's more to the Rockhampton Region than clear skies and warm weather. With a thriving community, plenty of natural attractions to check out, an average of over 300 days of sunshine each year and the friendliest people in Queensland, the Rockhampton Region offers locals and visitors alike a world of possibilities.
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The Region is home to over 100,000 people and is the traditional home of the Darumbal Aboriginal people. The Region has three major localities including Rockhampton, Gracemere and Mount Morgan. The Region lies on the Fitzroy River - one of the largest river systems in Queensland - and is approximately 600 kilometres north of the Queensland capital, Brisbane.
SUMMER
DECEMBER
FEBRUARY
27°C - 36°C
AUTUMN
MARCH
MAY
18°C - 25°C
WINTER
JUNE
AUGUST
10°C - 25°C
SPRING
SEPTEMBER
NOVEMBER
20°C - 30°C
Rockhampton is the main urban centre of Central Queensland. There are numerous small towns and villages in the rural hinterland. Rural land is used mainly for cattle raising, pineapple growing, fruit growing, forestry and mining. Power generation and tourism are also important industries.
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The Rockhampton Airport offers direct flights to multiple destinations every day, proving to be Central Queensland's gateway to Australia and one of the most successful regional airports in the country.
"Rockhampton is such a great place to live. There is so many opportunities for me here."
INDUSTRIES
The region is supported by a number of industries including administration, retail, hospitality, agriculture, mining, manufacturing and construction.
UNIVERSITY
Central Queensland University's main campus is in Rockhampton. Girls Grammar has a close partnership with this premier tertiary hub.
COMMUNITY
Rockhampton has an incredible sporting community, thriving music culture and offers plenty of opportunities to pursue and foster whatever your daughter is passionate about.
"Rockhampton is a fast growing Region which is working to become the most liveable community in the world."