📈Rockhampton City crime stats comparison | A $20M Keppel yacht club upgrade | NVIDIA’s new breakthrough AI model | Rocky wrappers return and more!
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Welcome back to another Rocky News Thursday, it’s November 28!
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In today's email:
One Big Thing: Keppel Bay Sailing Club’s $20M transformation
Rockhampton roads: Set for a makeover
New multi-purpose facility: at Emerald Jockey Club
Trending: Rockhampton city crime stats
Around The Web (Snippets): A suspicious death of a 67-year-old Mackay man, Alibaba release an ‘open’ challenger, Rockhampton Sports Arena have new affiliation and heaps more.
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1. One Big Thing: Keppel Bay Sailing Club’s $20M transformation unveiled
What’s Happening?
The Keppel Bay Sailing Club has reopened after a $20M redevelopment, featuring a new state-of-the-art conference and entertainment hub on Yeppoon's beachfront.
Why It Matters?
This project positions the Capricorn Coast as a key destination for business and sporting events, boosting local jobs and tourism.
Setting Sail for the Future
The facility opens doors for large-scale events, with calls for more local accommodation to meet growing demand.
What The People Say
"This facility is a huge win for our community, showcasing the Capricorn Coast nationally." – Michelle Landry
"This dream is now a reality, boosting our business and tourism sectors." – Mary Carroll
What to Look For Next?
The Keppel Bay Conference Centre hosts its first major event, the Best in Business Awards, on November 29. Expect more high-profile events soon.
Read the full article below 👇
2. Rockhampton roads set for makeover
What’s Happening?
Six road and infrastructure projects are underway across Rockhampton, funded through the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program, with Federal and Council contributions.
Why It Matters
These upgrades will improve road safety, pedestrian connectivity, and access for rural and urban residents while supporting local jobs.
By the Numbers
$2.3 million in Federal funding and $420,000 from Council.
Over $9.9 million has been received through the LRCI Program since 2020.
Six projects, including completed upgrades to Murphy Road.
Local Impact
Improved travel, safety, and connectivity for Rockhampton’s growing community, benefiting drivers, pedestrians, and rural residents.
Building a Safer Future
Projects like these lay the foundation for ongoing improvements in regional infrastructure.
3. New multi-purpose facility at Emerald Jockey Club
What’s Happening
Emerald Jockey Club has unveiled a $566,322 facility with modern amenities for jockeys and stewards, addressing long-standing issues and meeting TAB standards.
By the Numbers
$566,322: Total project cost.
12 jockeys per gender: New rooms accommodate up to 12 male and 12 female jockeys.
3,000 patrons: Attend the flagship Emerald 100 annually.
Racing Ahead
Old facilities will be repurposed for family-friendly patron use, enhancing community engagement.
What They Said
Leigh-Ann Shields: “It’s wonderful to be more up-to-speed and modern.”
Read the full article below 👇
4. Trending
The crime statistics of Rockhampton City..
5. Around The Web (Snippets)
The GrazingforProfit® program: Australia’s longest-running and most attended farm management course, is coming to Yeppoon.
A 35,000-year-old: Saber-toothed cub was unearthed in Siberia which still had whiskers and claws.
Rockhampton Sports Arena have affiliated: with the Indoor Netball Federation of Qld Inc. an opportunity to compete in and host events such as Super League and Zones in the future.
The latest decisions made by Ad Standards, which include: A case against Temu for their ad named "Yellow Bikini Girl Hot Butt Metal Tin Sign."
Detectives have released CCTV: In an ongoing appeal for information following the suspicious death of a 67-year-old Mackay man earlier this month.
Spotify debuts marketing tools and insights: For audiobook authors
Alibaba release an ‘open’ challenger to: OpenAI’s o1 reasoning model
Rocky wrappers return for 31st Year: of spreading Christmas cheer and supporting heart health.
NVIDIA’s new breakthrough AI model called: Fugatto allows you to create audio from text
6. Upcoming Events
🥊Rockhampton Charity Boxing, November 30: An electrifying night of boxing, all for a great cause! Presented by The Warriors Way, Groom Barbershop, and The Deadass Podcast, this event is more than just a fight show—it's a fight for men's health.
🩰 Ballet on Broadway, December 1: Step into a world where the elegance of ballet meets the vibrant energy of Broadway in "Ballet on Broadway."
🎅 Rockhampton Zoo's Christmas Clue Competition, December 3: The winner will receive their choice of a group Meerkat, Otter or Snake Encounter AND a Zoo Monopoly Board!
🎄The CBD Christmas Fair, December 7: A festive evening filled with holiday cheer! Enjoy a magical atmosphere with local markets, delicious food stalls, live entertainment, and unique gifts perfect for everyone on your list.