Where is Rockhampton, Australia?

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Rockhampton is located on the central coast of Queensland, about 630 kilometres north of Brisbane along the Fitzroy River. It lies between the Berserker Range to the east and the fertile river plains and cattle country that stretch inland. It is famous for its beef industry, historic architecture, and status as one of Queensland鈥檚 oldest regional cities.

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Facts about Rockhampton, Australia

Country	Australia
State	Queensland
Region	Central Queensland
Location	On the Fitzroy River, near the Tropic of Capricorn, east of the Berserker Range
Coordinates	23.38掳 S, 150.51掳 E
Local Government Area	Rockhampton Regional Council
Founded	1853
Original Name	Rockhampton (from 鈥渞ocky鈥� + 鈥渉ampton,鈥� meaning town by a river)
Elevation	~10 m
Population	Approx. 80,000 (urban area)
Area	Approx. 6,570 sq km (LGA)
Time Zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Postcodes	4700鈥�4702
Major Waterways	Fitzroy River, Yeppen Lagoon
Top Attractions	Rockhampton Botanic Gardens & Zoo, Mount Archer National Park, Dreamtime Cultural Centre, Capricorn Caves, Heritage-listed Quay Street.
Demonym	Rockhampton residents (鈥淩ocky locals鈥�)
Main Industries	Beef production, agriculture, mining services, education, defence
Nearest Airport	Rockhampton Airport (ROK)
Website	https://www.rockhamptonregion.qld.gov.au

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