(RSPCA's Diane Barnes, Rock Marketing Executive Marilyn Steel and RSPCA District Inspector,
Shayne Towers-Hammond)
The Rock Building Society is pleased to have joined forces with RSPCA Qld to open the Animal Adoption
Centre at Australia's first RSPCA Pet Shop in William Street, Rockhampton. This is an important, joint
community venture and will do much to help improve animal welfare throughout the region by placing rescued
and abandoned animals with new owners.
By utilising RSPCA's wide ranging educational programs the centre will play a lead role in raising awareness of animal
welfare issues in the Central Queensland area.
Customers are able to view potential pets on a computer and then make a request to meet that animal. Certain animals
that are currently out on foster will also come into the adoption centre on a regular basis. This new concept enables
animals to continue their lives in a home environment rather than being housed in a permanent shelter situation.
The Rock Building Society Limited is committed to supporting those communities in which we live and operate.
Therefore, a Community Support Program is in place to ensure this support is well targeted, reaching a broad cross-section of organisations and events.
What organisations and events does The Rock support?
Organisations and events to benefit from The Rock’s Community Support Program include:
. Camp Quality
. CQ Brahmans Rugby Union
. The Cancer Council Queensland
. Gladstone Harbour Festival
. The Rock Yeppoon Surfing Festival
. Rockhampton Rockets (basketball)
. Victoria Park Bowls Club
. Parkhurst State School Academic Awards
. Gladstone Area Promotion and Development Ltd
. Rydges Pro-Am.
. Rockhampton Girls Grammar School
. Rockhampton Grammar School
. Brothers Leagues Club
. Rockhampton Jockey Club
. Rotary Club Children’s Film Festival
. Fitzroy Junior Rugby League Club
. Rockhampton Horse Riding for the Disabled
. Rydges Capricorn CQ Car Rally
. Anglicare
. RSPCA - QLD
. Variety Special Children’s Christmas Parties
How can I apply for support?
Anyone seeking support for their organisations and/or event needs to apply in writing to The Rock Marketing Executive (see contact below), outlining details of the organisation/event; the type of support being sought; any sponsor benefits; and contact details.
The application is then assessed according to The Rock’s Community Support Program criteria.
At the same time, applicants should ensure their organisation and/or event meets at least one of the below categories
Categories for events
| Group |
Description |
| Youth |
Youth events focusing on positive development opportunities. |
| Sport |
Sporting events will only be considered if they are at a state
or national level. Preference is given to those events held in areas where The Rock has a point of presence.
However, limited in-kind support (ie equipment donation) may be available for local sports clubs and associations. |
| Community |
Events that encourage and strengthen community involvement and culture. |
| Arts |
Events which improve access to the arts for a wide cross-section of the community. |
| Community Service Groups |
Major events which raise funds for not-for-profit organisations. |
IMPORTANT:
The Rock Community Support Program does not extend to religious or political organisations.
Who do I contact?
The Rock Marketing Department
Phone: (07)4931 5512 or (07)4931 5562
Email: marketing@therock.com.au
