đ„ Hookin2Hockey initiative for Rocky | Record-breaking Telecom Review | Apple's M4 unveiled | Six new paintings at RMOA and more!
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In today's email
One Big Thing: Hockey for All
Record-breaking Telecom Review: Highlights rural needs
Growth for: Rockhamptonâs Agriculture Sector
Trending: ID Please?
Around The Web (Snippets): The Mitsubishi Motors NBL1 Champion, Crocs banned from schools, Six new paintings at RMOA and more!
Upcoming Events
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1. One Big Thing: Hockey for All
Whatâs Happening
The Hockey Australia Foundation is relaunching to bring youth hockey programs to Rockhampton and other regional areas.
The expanded Hookin2Hockey initiative will start this year, encouraging young players to engage with the sport.
Why It Matters
This program supports youth development by promoting health, social connections, and opportunities in sport, especially in regional communities like Rockhampton.
By the Numbers
2021: Hockey Australia Foundation's founding year.
5-12 years: Target age group for Hookin2Hockey.
10 regions: Expanded program includes Rockhampton, Townsville, and more remote areas.
Local Impact
Rockhampton youth will benefit from regular school sessions, bringing hockey and its many health and social benefits to their community.
What The People Say
âThereâs so much talent and passion in regional towns, and bringing hockey here is a huge opportunity for all involved.â â Renee Taylor, former Hockeyroo
What To Look For Next
Keep an eye out for Hookin2Hockey sessions at Rockhampton schools this year, introducing young players to the game and creating new community connections.
2. Record-breaking Telecom Review highlights rural needs
Whatâs Happening
A record-breaking number of submissions has been received in the 2024 Regional Telecommunications Review, reflecting heightened concerns over connectivity issues for Australians in regional, rural, and remote areas.
Chaired by the Hon. Alannah MacTiernan, the independent Committee has conducted face-to-face consultations and reviewed these submissions to ensure comprehensive input.
The Committee will soon deliver its report and recommendations to the Minister for Communications, the Hon. Michelle Rowland MP, who established the Reviewâs Terms of Reference in January 2024.
By The Numbers
3,404: total submissions â reflecting a 400% increase from 2021, a record in the Reviewâs history
3,098: online survey responses, thanks to an accessible format introduced this year
306: written submissions, capturing in-depth accounts of connectivity challenges
What To Look For Next
With the Committeeâs report due by 31 December 2024, rural Australians can anticipate policy shifts and potentially new programs aimed at improving connectivity.
The upcoming recommendations will seek to address unique rural needs and establish a robust framework to support telecommunications access across Australia.
3. A year of growth for Rockhamptonâs Agriculture Sector
Whatâs Happening
Rockhamptonâs agriculture sector has celebrated a remarkable year of progress, showcased at the Grow Rockhampton â Agricultural Leaders Lunch.
Zoom In
Key projects, including the $850,000-funded South Yaamba Irrigation Project and the Making Water Work initiative, have underscored the regionâs commitment to sustainable growth and support for local farmers.
Mort & Coâs feedlot and fertiliser facility at Gogango, expected to create 500 construction jobs and inject over $138 million into the economy, was a highlight of the event.
4. Trending:
ID Please! What is this?
5. Around The Web (Snippets)
The Rockhampton Cyclones: Are the Mitsubishi Motors NBL1 Champion.
20 of the scariest horror movies of all: Time, according to science
The offenders assaulted a woman: Before stealing her handbag and driving away in a stolen white BMW.
Crocs are being banned by schools because: Gen Alpha keep tripping and falling at a higher rate than closed-in-toe shoes
Culture and contribution: Celebrated during Indigenous Business Month
Six new paintings worth a total of $133,500: Will become part Rockhampton Museum of Artâs (RMOA) nationally recognised collection.
Apple unveiled its new M4: iMac, supercharged by Apple Intelligence and fresh colours
The launch of autonomous commercial semi-trailers has been: Is coming, but has been pushed back to 2025
A portrait of Alan Turing (the father of modern computer science and artificial intelligence) made by an: A.I. powered robot may sell for $180,000 at an upcoming auction
6. Upcoming Events
đDerby Day @ Yeppoon Races: November 2, THIS IS IT. The biggest Yeppoon race day. Black and White is always the theme for Derby Day. Get ready for a big social day.
đ§ââïžLiving in the Moment: MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS: November 2, We will explore the 4 foundations of mindfulness and how to use it in our daily lives.
đRescue Hen Adoption Day in Rockhampton: November 3, from 9 am to 10 am, rescue hens in the Rockhampton area are looking for their forever homes!
đPractical Implementation of UDL and Differentiated Instruction workshop: November 4, Applying Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Differentiated Instruction (DI) within the Explicit Instruction Model allows teachers to cater for this diversity.
đïžArt and Craft Gathering: November 6, every Wednesday at 10 AM at PossAbilities Support Services for a morning of fun and creativity. Whether youâre a seasoned crafter or just want to try something new, everyone is welcome to join!
đ§±Custodial Correctional Officer Information Night: November 7, Come learn about Custodial Correctional Officer positions at Capricornia Correctional Centre - meet staff and ask questions!
đBizLink Networking CQ: November 7, This dynamic event will connect you with local business owners and professionals, offering valuable insights and new opportunities for collaboration.