Premium Content Subscriber only Central Queensland’s regional councils will receive $24.52 million as part of the State Government’s Works for Queensland program. Rockhampton has been allocated $9.46 million, Livingstone $3.5 million, Gladstone $7.79 million, Central Highlands $2.66 million, and Woorabinda $1.11 million. The funding may be used for a range of projects, including roadworks, town beautification, parks and playground upgrades, renewable energy installations, tourism, water, safety, and more. Regional Development Minister Glenn Butcher said the money would help councils build or maintain infrastructure projects that supported jobs. “This further funding will help councils deliver roads and pathways, parks and playgrounds, all while creating local jobs,” he said.