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Queensland Tourism Awards Masterclass – Tuesday 13 June

If you’ve entered the 2023 Queensland Tourism Awards, don’t miss the Queensland Tourism Industry Council’s free, one-hour online Awards Masterclass on Tuesday 13 June from 10 am. Not nominated yet? Nominations for the 2023 Queensland Tourism Awards have been extended,… Read more »

Tune into Channel 7’s Creek to Coast from 5:30pm on Saturday 17th June and witness the magic of 5 Rocks in Byfield

Creek to Coast presenter, Chris Parsons and cameraman Dan recently spent time exploring Byfield National Park, Conservation Park and State Forest, hitting our stunning 5 Rocks to capture footage for an upcoming episode on Saturday 17th June. Commissioned by Capricorn… Read more »

Capricorn Enterprise Members Networking Night shines a light on upcoming events and education

Over 60 guests attended the recent Capricorn Enterprise Members Networking Night upon the rooftop at Echelon Apartments, overlooking the magical views of Keppel Bay and the Southern Great Barrier Reef.   Combining the launch of Queensland Tourism Industry Council’s (QTIC)… Read more »

Capricorn Coast on Eco-Destination journey!

Earlier this month, Capricorn Enterprise and Livingstone Shire Council proudly hosted colleagues from Eco Tourism Australia to our stunning destination to meet with key stakeholders and community groups with a keen interest in Eco tourism and Eco destination accreditation.  A… Read more »

Year of Accessible Tourism – Free online accessible tourism training sessions

As part of the 2023 Year of Accessible Tourism, Get Skilled Access on behalf of the Department of Tourism, Innovation and Sport will deliver free online accessible tourism training sessions for tourism businesses across the state including: Accessibility Grant Application… Read more »

LIVE, LOUD, LOCAL – a free live music event on beautiful Great Keppel Island

LIVE – nothing better than live music LOUD – sorry I can’t hear you Bang bang bang on the door baby Knock a little louder sugar LOCAL – proud and talented local CQ musicians Sunday 28/5/23 10.00am to 4.00pm 4… Read more »

Livingstone Shire Electric Vehicle information

Livingstone Shire Council have made some updates to our Electric Vehicle fact sheet and have also put together an EV Attraction sheet, showing what they have been up to in terms of encouraging the transition to EV’s locally and also… Read more »

Queensland Tourism Awards – Nomination information session tomorrow Thursday 25 May

If you’re thinking of entering the 2023 Queensland Tourism Awards, don’t miss the Queensland Tourism Industry Council’s (QTIC) free one-hour online information session Thursday 25 May from 10am. Whether you’re a first-time entrant or a seasoned nominee aiming for Gold this… Read more »

2023-24 Federal Budget Update

Message from Minister for Trade and Tourism Earlier this month the Treasurer handed down the Albanese Government’s second budget. This budget is restrained and responsible, it creates opportunities for more Australians while addressing the immediate challenges we are facing.The Government… Read more »

Carnarvon Gorge takes 6th place in Best Hikes in the World list!

Explore! Releases New Data on the Best Hikes in the World Explore!, the leading adventure travel company, is proud to announce the release of new data on the best hikes in the world. The 35 best hiking trails on their… Read more »