Central Queensland regional final

Where
Rockhampton Leagues Club
Cambridge Street, Rockhampton

Ticket sales
Tickets are on sale now until midnight 10 July 2025. Purchase your ticket now
Tickets $110 (includes GST)—includes 3-course dinner, beverage package and entertainment

Dress code
Cocktail/lounge suit

Contact
Renee Rosenlund
Phone: 0439 315 029
Stefanie Hurley
Phone: 0428 747 280
Email: centralqld.qta@desbt.qld.gov.au

Photo: 2024 QTA winners for Central Queensland region.

Sponsorship opportunities for 2025 are still available – contact the team at centralqld.qta@desbt.qld.gov.au.

Master of Ceremonies

Tim Cox

Tim has been hosting events of all sizes for 3 decades. By day, he is a Senior Communications Advisor at the Local Government Association of Queensland, but previously spent 25 years as an award-winning broadcaster on ABC Radio—a destiny foreseen by this grandmother, who said Tim had been 'vaccinated with a gramophone needle'.

Tim has a way with words: on stage, behind a microphone, in front of crowds and pushing a pen. He also has a way with people. He is a highly-experienced events facilitator and master of ceremonies, pundit, speaker, interviewer, and advisor. He brings any sized event to life with a mix of entertainment, information and a keen eye on the clock.

Tim is currently based in Tasmania but works—really works—everywhere. Previous events Tim has hosted and convened include Australian Newsagents Federation National Conferences and Awards QLD, Tasmanian awards, Tasmanian Training Awards, Queensland Disability Conference, Real Estate Institute of Australia National Awards, Housing Industry Association Awards, Institute of Architects Awards, Tasmanian Cricket Association Awards, Anglicare Conference, Tasmanian School Administrators Association, South Australian Schools Administrators Association, Tasmanian Institute of Sport, Symphony Under the Stars, Environment Tasmania Awards, staff events for firms as diverse as Searson-Buck and Zinifex and many more in between.

Plus numerous other events in health, rural health, recruitment, resources, education, management, disability, aged care, hospitality and tourism, food and wine and... the seafood industry! And scores of 'in-kind' events for charities and not-for-profits, from quiz nights to debates to staff events and more.

Entertainment

Jason Rigby Band

Music is our passion, and we want to share that passion with you. For over a decade, the members of the Jason Rigby Band have been entertaining audiences across Central Queensland. Our repertoire spans across all genres, from nostalgic classics to the latest hits. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to providing a fantastic experience. We work closely with our clients to ensure that every details is perfect, from the moment we arrive until the last song is played.

Fronted by vocalist and guitarist Jason Rigby, the Jason Rigby Band are a covers and original music band with a passion for performing. Jason is a born and raised Central Queensland local who has gained a reputation for his smooth and easy listening vocals, professional attitude and dedication to music. Backed by a group of top-quality musicians with years of experience in performing live music, the Jason Rigby Band continue to take audiences on a musical journey which will have you dancing and singing along to all of your favourite songs.