Mystery billboard bites back at critics of Olympic rowing location
A mysterious billboard in Rockhampton promoting local Olympic rowing has captured public interest. Designed by two locals, it features cartoon crocodiles and aims to support Rockhampton's bid to host the rowing events at the 2032 Olympics. The billboard has sparked discussions among residents and officials about the suitability of the location.
- ▪The billboard features cartoon crocodiles rowing in the Fitzroy River with the slogan 'Push Off Penrith'.
- ▪It was created by local retiree Peter McGregor and an advertising friend to promote Rockhampton as the Olympic rowing venue.
- ▪The billboard has generated significant local interest and discussion, especially after the Prime Minister suggested Penrith as a better location.
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Croc-rowing billboard in Rockhampton left people 'scratching heads' ahead of 2032 OlympicsKBy Katrina BeavanABC CapricorniaTopic:RowingSun 24 May 2026 at 7:30amSun 24 May 2026 at 7:30amSun 24 May 2026 at 7:30amThe billboard has been up in Rockhampton for several months and alternates between designs. (ABC Capricornia: Aaron Kelly)abc.net.au/news/olympic-rowing-crocodile-billboard-rockhampton-mystery-solved/106659596Link copiedShareShare articleA billboard flashing a variety of ads along a busy road is something the average hurried motorist might easily ignore.But a giant sign with grinning, muscular, cartoon crocodiles, rowing in the Fitzroy River with the words "Push Off Penrith" has left Rockhampton residents intrigued.
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