05/05/2026
Did you know Rockhampton is the Beef Capital of Australia? 🐮
Rocky is home to more cattle than people, with around 2.5 million beef cattle in the region. The city is so proud of its beef heritage that there are six life-sized bronze bull statues scattered around town, a beloved local landmark and a must-see if you're visiting for the first time!
Bull 1 - The Brahman Bull was erected in 2000 at the roundabout on the southern entrance to the city.
Bull 2 - The Santa Gertrudis Bull, in Frank Ford Park was erected in 1985.
Bull 3 - The Droughtmaster Bull, at the entrance to the airport was erected in 1994.
Bull 4 - The Braford Bull, located on the Bruce Highway was erected in 1978.
Bull 5 - The Romangnola Bull, located in O'Shannesy Park, was erected in 1997 to commemorate the Italian Beef Cattle World Congress.
Bull 6 - The Brahman Bull, located in the median strip near the Red Hill Homemaker Centre was erected in 1978 and represents the breed most suitable to this climate.