Vale Jim Webber, former Mayor

Published on 05 November 2024

Statement from Rockhampton Mayor Tony Williams on the Passing of Former Mayor Jim Webber

It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of former Mayor Jim Webber.

Jim was a dedicated leader who made a lasting impact on Rockhampton and our community.  

He served with commitment, vision and passion throughout his entire career as both Councillor and Mayor.

Rockhampton has been lucky in its history by having some truly great Mayors. 

Mayors who cared first and foremost for making our region better, making Rockhampton more liveable, securing jobs and putting our best foot forward.

Jim Webber sits squarely in that tradition. He cared, he led and he delivered for Rockhampton at a critical time in our history.

He was a driving force behind so many projects we take for granted today and which have become a lasting feature of our city and region.

On a personal note, I have always appreciated Jim’s feedback, his thoughts and his advice and would highlight that he remained deeply connected to our city and its progress throughout.

On behalf of Rockhampton Regional Council and the Rockhampton community, I offer our condolences to Jim’s family.

Jim Webber will be greatly missed, but his legacy will always live on in Rockhampton.

Vale Jim.

Jim's history at Council

In 1970, and at 29 years old, Jim was elected alderman on Rockhampton Council and in 1982 he succeeded Rockhampton’s longest serving Mayor of 30 years, Rex Pilbeam.

He served as Mayor for three consecutive terms from 1982 to 1991 and from 1997 he served for a further 11 years as Councillor and was Deputy Mayor during the last four years to 2008.