DEVELOPMENT SITE - ROCKHAMPTON CITY

Lloyds Real Estate Australia & Ray White Real Estate is pleased to present 161 George Street Rockhampton for Auction.

An exceptional, high-visibility redevelopment opportunity in a strategic CBD location. Centrally positioned for maximum market impact, the site is ideal for mixed-use, hospitality, conference-led projects, or residential unit development.

The former Rockhampton Plaza Hotel, featuring 66 rooms, a conference centre/restaurant, pool, and ample parking currently occupies the site.

Property Details:
• Real Property Description: Lot 1 RP612483
• Zoning: Commercial
• Land Area: 4,047 m²

Rockhampton City Development Potential:

• Stable demand driven by regional population growth and key public services (CQUniversity, Base Hospital).
• Event and tourism uplift linked to the 2032 Olympic Games and year-round festivals, supporting short-stay accommodation and food & beverage demand.
• Strong workforce housing demand from resources, agriculture, and infrastructure sectors.
• Affordability appeal for downsizers, FIFO workers, and investors, with solid rental and sales prospects compared to South East Queensland.

For further information, please contact the listing agents.

Explore the area

School catchments

The Cathedral College Secondary 7-12 Catholic 0.42km
The Rockhampton Grammar School - Quarry Street Campus Secondary Independent 1.1km
Allenstown State School Primary Prep-6 Government 1.1km
The Rockhampton Grammar School Combined Prep-12 Independent 1.3km
Rockhampton Girls Grammar School Combined Prep-12 Independent 1.3km
Kingsley College Combined Prep-12 Independent 1.4km
The Hall State School Primary Prep-6 Government 1.5km
Rockhampton State High School Secondary 7-12 Government 1.8km
Depot Hill State School Primary Prep-6 Government 1.8km
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Prep-6 Catholic 1.8km
St Peter's Catholic Primary School Primary Prep-6 Catholic 1.9km
Crescent Lagoon State School Primary Prep-6 Government 2.0km
Park Avenue State School Primary Prep-6 Government 2.6km
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Prep-6 Catholic 2.8km
St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary Prep-6 Catholic 2.9km
Berserker Street State School Primary Prep-6 Government 3.0km
Port Curtis Road State School Primary Prep-6 Government 3.4km
Emmaus College Secondary 7-12 Catholic 4.0km
Emmaus College - Yaamba Road Campus Secondary Catholic 4.2km
North Rockhampton State High School Secondary 7-12 Government 4.2km
Mount Archer State School Primary Prep-6 Government 4.8km
Capricornia (Rockhampton Campus) School of Dist Ed Combined Government 5.2km
Glenmore State High School Secondary 7-12 Government 5.3km
Lighthouse Christian School Combined Prep-12 Independent 5.8km
Heights College Combined Prep-12 Independent 6.1km
Carinity Education - Rockhampton - Mount Chalmers Campus Secondary Independent 16.5km
Mount Morgan State High School Secondary 7-12 Government 31.5km

Nearest schools, measured in a straight line from the property. Provided as a guide only; check catchment and enrolment eligibility with the school. School data © ACARA, licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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