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Regional Tourism Forum shines a light on Australia’s incredible appeal for visitors
Posted on March 19th, 2024
More than 100 representatives from Australia’s Regional Tourism Organisations met last week at Tourism Australia’s (TA) Annual RTO forum held in Sydney. TA provided updates on its Research/Strategy, Distribution, Sustainability, Partnering with Culture and presented trends in global Social Media…. Read more »
Something for every age in Easter on the Capricorn Coast activity guide!
Posted on March 19th, 2024
Livingstone Shire Council is delighted to announce the much-anticipated Easter on the Capricorn Coast 2024 program, thoughtfully planned to engage the hearts and minds of our vibrant youth community. Proudly presented and facilitated by Council in collaboration with several local… Read more »
A bright future ahead following Destination Australia Conference
Posted on March 19th, 2024
A record 1,000 people (800 in person and more on-line) attended this year’s Destination Australia conference hosted by Tourism Australia in Sydney. Emcee Karl Stefanovic introduced TA’s CEO Pip Harrison whose topic was “The Next Chapter for Sustainable Growth”. Speakers… Read more »
Capricorn Coast region monopolises Australian Idol 2024
Posted on March 13th, 2024
Our local strapping ‘Big Camel’ farmer, Trent and country sweetheart, Denvah continue to make the Capricorn Coast region proud, securing a spot in the Top 6 of Channel 7’s popular music show Australian Idol. Singing their hearts out each week… Read more »
More than 100,000 Bonza customers embrace direct flights to/from Rockhampton
Posted on March 13th, 2024
More than 100,000 customers have flown in and out of Rockhampton with Bonza as the low-cost carrier continues its mission to connect more Australians to their big backyard than ever before. For mum of four Tammy Dagan, Bonza’s arrival in Rocky has… Read more »
Southern Great Barrier Reef Tourism Trade Missions
Posted on March 12th, 2024
The Southern Great Barrier Reef (SGBR) has been on the world stage with the tourism industry attending a number of trade missions to grow destination awareness and visitation in key international target markets. The SGBR partnership spans the Capricorn, Gladstone… Read more »
Queensland’s Tourism Regions meet at Tourism & Events Qld ‘Mega’ Business Planning Week
Posted on March 12th, 2024
Last week, Queensland’s 13 Regional Tourism Organisations (RTOs) met with Tourism and Events Queensland executives as part of their Knowledge Exchange business planning week for the forthcoming year and beyond. TEQ Chair Grant Hunt and TEQ CEO Patricia O’Callaghan welcomed… Read more »
Discover the vibrancy of the Capricorn Coast this weekend on My Way
Posted on March 12th, 2024
Known for spreading cheer and colourful flare across our Capricorn Coast destination, experienced muralist Bill Gannon from Out There Co. is set to feature on My Way this Sunday 17th March from 5.30pm. With clever artistry prominently displayed in carparks,… Read more »
Strive 4 Sustainability Scorecard: The Salty Lime Co
Posted on March 6th, 2024
Local Wedding Venue and Farm Stay, The Salty Lime Co, has completed the Strive 4 Sustainability Scorecard and their case study has been published in the ECO Tourism blog. Read more about how the Scorecard also improved their understanding of… Read more »
New Rockhampton Mental Health Inpatient Unit
Posted on March 5th, 2024
ADCO are currently tendering for the new Rockhampton Mental Health Inpatient Unit, and are reaching out to any local trades who: A small brief of the Scope of Works below: Central Queensland Health Capital Works program is progressing planning works… Read more »
