Shopping

A brother and sister hold hands as they walk along the footpath leading to a shopping centre, while their parents and sister follow behind
Shop till you drop at one of our many retail precincts

If you enjoy a bit of retail therapy, you’ll find major retailers here, including Bunnings, Kmart, Big W, JB Hi-Fi, Target, Harvey Norman, Supercheap Auto, BCF, Anaconda, and Officeworks. These are located at our major shopping centre, and across precincts located around the city.

Shopping Precincts

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Rockhampton CBD

East Street, Quay Street and beyond

Rockhampton’s CBD provides a diverse range of retail options—primarily small and family-run businesses. Enjoy the free parking, grab a coffee at one of many cafés, and take a stroll along East and Quay Streets.

A small strip of historic buildings line the main street of Mount Morgan

Suburban Shopping Strips

Suburban shopping strips can be found right across Rockhampton, serving a blend of retail offerings, dining, and essential services. You’re likely to find one within walking distance of your home.

Allenstown Shopping Centre

139-145 Derby Street, Allenstown 4700

A combination of small businesses, local franchises, and key retailers await you at Allenstown Shopping Centre. You’ll find the only Woolworths on Rockhampton’s southside here, along with The Reject Shop, and plenty of in-store and take-away food options.

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Centuria Rockhampton

414-434 Yaamba Road, Norman Gardens 4701

By the time you settle into life in Rockhampton, you’ll be no stranger to Centuria Rockhampton—our dedicated homemaker centre. Harvey Norman, The Good Guys, and BCF are joined by retailers focusing on manchester, toys, pet supplies, and lighting.

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City Centre Plaza

Corner Fitzroy and Bolsover Streets, Rockhampton 4700

City Centre Plaza is the only shopping centre in Rockhampton’s CBD, and home to the local Target store. As well as a variety of lunch options for a midday office escape, you’ll find Coles and a range of specialty stores here.

Norman Gardens Shopping Village

309/315 Farm Street, Norman Gardens 4701

Collect some tasty treats at Drakes Supermarket and Subway, look after yourself at Priceline Pharmacy or the Family Practice at Glenmore Medical Centre, or support independent retailers and food outlets.

Parkhurst Town Centre

810-818 Yaamba Road, Parkhurst 4702

Rockhampton’s fastest growing area is well catered for with Parkhurst Town Centre. Here you’ll find fuel, Woolworths, and an ever-evolving range of retail and dining opportunities, conveniently located in the city's growth corridor.

Stockland Rockhampton

120-331 Yaamba Road, Park Avenue

Stockland Rockhampton is our largest and main shopping complex, with around 160 stores. Key retailers include Woolworths, Coles, Kmart, Big W and Rebel, with a huge array of clothing and specialty retail stores, dining precincts, and entertainment options provided by Timezone and Event Cinemas.

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There are more than a dozen supermarkets across the Region

Supermarkets

You’ll find all the major supermarkets in Rockhampton. Woolworths, Coles, Aldi, IGA, Foodworks, and Drakes all have stores here, meaning you’re never more than a short drive from all the essentials.

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Markets for the weekly shop or special occasions

Markets

Held in the unique surrounds of historic buildings and memorabilia, the Rockhampton Heritage Village Markets offer homemade goods, food, drinks, entertainment, clothing and more. The markets are held several times a year around key calendar dates like Mother’s Day and Christmas, making it an ideal place to pick up one-of-a-kind gifts.

Enjoy the best fresh produce, home-made treats, plants and second-hand goods at Rocky Sunday Markets. Held in the Stockland Shopping Centre carpark, these weekly markets are a great way to meet new people and discover the diversity of Rockhampton’s agricultural sector.

For something a bit more exclusive, the Artisans of CQ markets are held each month featuring hand-made products made from Rockhampton and Central Queensland. Held at the Rockhampton Showgrounds (Robert Schwarten Pavilion) you'll be able to browse stalls of jewellery, accessories, bags, clothing, decor, art, craft, toys and food - while enjoying a soundtrack of live music from local artists.

Markets are also held around Rockhampton’s year-round events calendar. Explore Rockhampton has more information.

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