Rockhampton Sports Precinct Project
Welcome to the Rockhampton Sports Precinct Project page! This is your hub for information, updates and opportunities to have your say on this exciting development.
About the Project
Rockhampton Regional Council is delivering a new, regional sporting precinct that will cater to our growing community’s sporting and recreational needs. This project is a long-term vision designed to strengthen our region’s reputation as the sporting capital of Central Queensland and deliver additional sport, recreation and open space in North Rockhampton.
With State Government funding secured for Stage 1, we’re excited to bring this project to life, starting with a New Home for Rockhampton Netball.
What is the Rockhampton Sports Precinct?
The Rockhampton Sports Precinct will be a contemporary, regional-scale multipurpose sports precinct designed for a wide range of activities and events. The masterplan ensures cross utilisation of facilities, creating a space that supports community sport, athlete development, and major events.
The precinct is located on the eastern side of CQUniversity’s campus along Norman Road and will be delivered in stages as funding becomes available.
What is included in Stage 1?
Stage 1, supported by $42 million in Queensland Government funding, will deliver a new home for Netball in Rockhampton which includes 16 fit-for-purpose outdoor netball courts, clubhouse, changerooms, amenities and parking. We will also be delivering upgraded roads and intersections on Norman Road at Foulkes Street, a new park, play space, parklands and public amenities.
What does the full Masterplan include?
The long-term vision for the Rockhampton Sports Precinct includes:
- 16-court Netball precinct with amenities and clubhouse
- 6-court indoor sports centre with supporting Café and sport science areas
- 6-Grass playing fields with amenities and clubhouse
- Athletics facilities
- Active recreation parklands and playgrounds
- Footpaths, Access Roads and Car parking throughout the precinct
Council will continue working with sporting associations and clubs to refine the future staging, governance arrangements and timeframes for the remaining components.
Why this matters to you
This precinct is designed to benefit the entire community, providing:
- A new flood-free home for Rockhampton Netball
- More opportunities for athlete development across multiple sports
- Improved community open spaces and active recreation facilities
- The potential to attract state and regional sporting competitions and major events
Netball is one of the biggest participation sports across Queensland, and this precinct will support its growth in Rockhampton while catering to other sports and recreational activities.
How you can stay informed
Your input is crucial to ensuring the Rockhampton Sports Precinct meets the needs of local athletes, clubs and the broader community. Council is committed to working and engaging with local and State sporting bodies, residents, community and other levels of government going forward.
Over the course of the project, there will be opportunities to participate in surveys or attend community meetings to share your thoughts and feedback. These will be published on a needs basis and the community will be informed.
You can visit information stalls at various stages of the project to learn more. Upcoming opportunities:
- Jardine Park Monday’s & Tuesday Nights
- Sully’s Carnival
- Rocky Show
This page is your go to source for detailed and up-to-date project information. You can also follow Council’s Facebook page for updates or stay tuned to local media.
