The Rockhampton Lifestyle
Rockhampton is a great place to live and work
Rockhampton provides a relaxed and casual lifestyle with all the essential facilities within easy reach. We have 4 major shopping centres and cater for all people in the selection of restaurants within the city. In average traffic conditions, it only takes 20 minutes from one side of town to the other.The region's climate supports an outdoor lifestyle with an average of over 300 days of sunshine each year.
The city is situated on the Fitzroy River making fishing and water recreation a major part of the Rockhampton lifestyle. Rockhampton is situated only a half hour's drive from the Capricorn Coast and Yeppoon beaches.
Adding to this, the landscape allows you to appreciate the natural beauty of the picturesque mountain ranges. With two native gardens, you can take leisurely walks through natural flora. Rockhampton Zoo is another destination for a family picnic, don't forget to spend some time admiring the beautiful birds in the aviary or feeding the ducks at the lake.The Rockhampton region is well endowed with sporting facilities, including two Olympic sized swimming pools, which provide the perfect entertainment or aquatic pleasure on our tropical summer days. The North side Pool has a huge area dedicated to the younger residents and there is a focus on the provision of shade at both pools. We also boast a velodrome as well as a bouyed rowing course on the Fitzroy River.
Day and night tennis courts, and indoor venues for a range of sports are available. Every major code of football is played in the city, while the Rockhampton Show Grounds and Callaghan Park Racecourse offer quality venues for a range of racing and related activities.The Council has been actively revamping all the parks in the city and have provided play equipment that educates the minds of our children. Child-care centres are in abundance and are dedicated to the safety and stimulation of our children. Schools in the area are all well equipped and provide the highest level of education and have an excellent reputation for achieving outstanding academic results. The Central Queensland University provides an
educational base in the region and has gained an excellent reputation for quality students.The artistic community is also well catered for in Rockhampton. The Pilbeam Theatre and the Rockhampton Music Bowl host major productions ranging from quality drama and orchestral presentations to rock concerts. The city is also home to the Rockhampton City Art Gallery, long recognised as one of the leading provincial galleries in Australia. The Walter Reid Arts Centre provides a home for various cultural groups and a venue for a wide range of craft exhibitions. Rockhampton also boasts a healthy nightlife with numerous destinations for the avid party-goer.
The diversity of the centre incorporates the rural
sector, and the city is known for the rodeos which are held on a regular basis.Rockhampton provides an inviting environment to raise a family, the crime rate is low, cost of living is affordable and educational facilities are abundant. Being a progressive town, there are many business opportunities for the innovative person who is willing to provide exceptional service and quality products.
