Rockhampton Regional Council is a finalist in the 2021 Australian Sustainable Communities - Tidy Towns Awards!
Water and Supporting a Better Environment Councillor Donna Kirkland, joined officers in welcoming National Judge Gail Langley to the region, showcasing firsthand the initiatives that resulted in Rockhampton being crowned Queensland's most Sustainable Community 2020.
"After taking out the overall state award in December, being recognised in the national finals is a great honour and testament to the local progress and innovation we've been working hard to deliver," Cr Kirkland said.
"These initiatives demonstrate our commitment to creating a more sustainable future for our Region, through the interconnected pathways outlined in our Environmental Sustainability Strategy.
"In just a few short years, and through collaboration with local community groups and key stakeholders, we have been able to deliver some fantastic outcomes for our Region.
"It was really important for us to be able to showcase these initiatives firsthand and to introduce Ms Langley to just some of the people behind them."
From visiting a local primary school and community groups, learning about resource management and recovery at Dale Park and energy efficiency at Fitzroy River Water, to capping the day off with a trip around the magnificent Nurim Circuit in Mt Archer, Judge Gail Langley was impressed by the diversity and standard of work going in to making the Rockhampton Region a more sustainable one.
"Today was extremely insightful and I want to congratulate Rockhampton Regional Council on all the work they are doing," Ms Langley said.
"It is clear the pride and dedication you are showing in taking care of the Region now and for generations to come.
"We look forward to judging your impressive achievements at a national level and wish you all the very best of luck."
