A year of headlines putting the Capricorn Coast region on the map
Posted on June 26th, 2025
From glossy travel features to primetime TV moments, the Capricorn Coast region has captured the spotlight across Australia—and beyond—over the past 12 months.
With our pristine beaches, thriving local businesses, breathtaking islands, and rich cultural experiences, it’s no surprise the world is taking notice.
Thanks to the hard work of our operators and industry partners, the stories of our region have reached millions of potential visitors.
In the last year alone, we’ve welcomed leading travel writers, digital influencers, and production crews who have showcased everything from Great Keppel Island’s eco credentials to Yeppoon’s vibrant foreshore and hidden hinterland gems.
Our region has featured in major publications, national TV programs, and high-traffic online platforms—driving awareness, inspiring travel, and supporting local tourism.
We’ve compiled a month-by-month snapshot of the media coverage and PR campaigns that have put the Capricorn Coast region on the map.
July 2024
ECO Destination cert for Cap Coast – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/07/19/eco-destination-cert-for-cap-coast/
Off-grid sustainable tiny homes for eco travellers – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/07/22/off-grid-sustainable-tiny-homes-for-eco-travellers/
Capricorn Coast secures prestigious ECO Destination Certification – EcoTourism Australia
https://ecotourism.org.au/capricorn-coast-secures-prestigious-eco-destination-certification/
August 2024
Top Oz Tours and Travel Ideas – Rockhampton and Capricorn Coast
Facebook Post
Rockhampton to host premier industry event – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/08/08/rockhampton-to-host-premier-industry-event/
Yeppoon Golf Club unveils Clubhouse refurb – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/08/26/yeppoon-golf-club-unveils-clubhouse-refurb/
Forum’s guest speakers announced – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/08/25/forums-guest-speakers-announced/
September 2024
Queensland’s national park islands you can have all to yourself for pocket change – ABC News
www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09-14/national-park-islands-keppel-bay-queensland-cheap-camping/104303104?utm_medium=social&utm_content=sf274638572&utm_campaign=abc_news&utm_source=m.facebook.com&sf274638572=1&fbclid=IwY2xjawFUSMxleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHYlavJiolblMJi1LDudMkS9qLvGZ5RQXr1atvFhyOaWyLHZ5pGYT0k1LIQ_aem_LjKOdPu3Ayljq-HOqdhTlQ
Bipartisan support needed – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/09/23/bipartisan-support-needed/
Snorkelling for kids: how to do the Great Barrier Reef as a family – Queensland.com
www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/diving-and-snorkelling/for-children-and-families-southern-great-barrier-reef?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid-social&utm_campaign=always-on-24-25&utm_ct=australia&utm_dest=great-barrier-reef&utm_form=article&sf201456870=1
Rising interest in ‘digging holidays’ for stones, gems and gold across Queensland – ABC News
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09-21/tourism-holiday-interest-digging-gems-metals-thundereggs-qld/104377238
Future on their mind – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/09/14/future-on-their-mind/
October 2024
Reef Distillers first year of success – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/10/14/reef-distillers-first-year-of-success/
Spreading Creativity and Connection across Rockhampton and Yeppoon – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/10/19/spreading-creativity-and-connection-across-rockhampton-and-yeppoon/
Tropical Luxury Cars unveils classic addition to fleet – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/10/28/tropical-luxury-cars-unveils-classic-addition-to-fleet/
New accommodation complex takes shape in Yeppoon – CQ Today
www.industryqld.com.au/new-accommodation-complex-takes-shape-in-yeppoon/
9 most laid-back towns in Queensland – World Atlas
https://www.worldatlas.com/cities/9-most-laid-back-towns-in-queensland.html
November 2024
Time Safaris – Channel 9 My Way
https://youtu.be/qKGgMBfnw0E
15 Incredible things to do on Great Keppel Island – Kiwi Talks Travel
https://www.kiwitalkstravel.com/australia/things-to-do-on-great-keppel-island
The Capricorn region has won 5 Queensland tourism awards – ABC Capricornia
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13 unforgettable things to do in Queensland – Discovery Holiday Parks
www.discoveryholidayparks.com.au/holiday-inspiration/things-to-see-and-do/13-unforgettable-things-to-do-in-queensland?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=dp_lam_peak_off_peak_qld_blog_sept_24&utm_content=paid_post
Hideaway gets the gold – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/11/25/hideaway-gets-the-gold/
Reef to Beef tourism gold – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/11/19/reef-to-beef-tourism-gold/
Villa La Sini for Coast – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/11/11/villa-la-sini-for-coast/
December 2024
Prized accolade – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/12/06/our-space-honoured-but-blissfully-unaware/
Visitors to our region on the rise – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/12/28/visitors-to-our-region-on-the-rise/
1980’s Get Wrecked marketing campaign behind Barrier Reef’s Great Keppel Island – ABC News
www.abc.net.au/news/2024-12-29/get-wrecked-marketing-campaign-great-keppel-island/104729998
January 2025
Visitors on the rise – CQ Today
www.cqtoday.com.au/news/2025/01/16/visitors-on-the-rise/
Great Keppel Island to see 60 cubic metres of rubble and rubbish removed for tourism future – The Courier Mail
www.couriermail.com.au/news/queensland/rockhampton/community/great-keppel-island-to-see-60-cubic-metres-of-rubble-and-rubbish-removed-for-tourism-future/news-story/462020c6a6f78f88e290d48943462c48
Classy to camping: A Rockhampton accommodation guide – Australian Traveller
https://www.australiantraveller.com/qld/central-qld/rockhampton/rockhampton-accommodation/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=discoveryparksoct24&utm_id=6611717033665&utm_content=6645733182265&utm_term=6645733182465
February 2025
Data backs visitor centre – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2025/02/10/data-backs-visitor-centre/
Shape Qld’s tourism future – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2025/02/10/shape-qlds-tourism-future/
4 Aussie islands you can book exclusively, for less than you think – Australian Traveller
www.australiantraveller.com/australia/affordable-private-islands-australia/?utm_source=adestra&utm_medium=email+&utm_campaign=AT2201&utm_content=privateisland&custId=588f9b47c9ef0a59da093735a5abfea8
March 2025
Channel 7 Sunrise live weather crosses – James Tobin
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2U49uKqYLtaBFa1iLSBeiYTnn1pV_Ppr
Beef’s awards silver lining – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2024/11/19/beef-australia-wins-gold-in-two-major-categories-at-states-premier-tourism-awards/
Plan your holiday road trip – Queensland.com
https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/14-days-pacific-coast-way
Rowing, canoeing bodies oppose 2032 Olympic and Paralympics course – ABC News
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-30/olympics-backlash-rowing-canoeing-rockhampton-fitzroy-river/105103192?utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=abc_regloc_capricornia_sfmc_20250404&utm_term=&utm_id=2532965&sfmc_id=368512530
Skip Australia’s over-touristed islands for this wildly underrated Great Barrier Reef archipelago – Islands
https://www.islands.com/1802247/skip-australia-over-tourism-touristed-islands-wildly-underrated-great-barrier-reef-archipelago-keppel-queensland/
Queensland can be sold with confidence – TravelInc Memo
https://www.travelinc.co.nz/content/news/australia/8660-queensland-can-be-sold-with-confidence-and-certainty-kiwi-trade-hears-at-roadshow?highlight=WyJxdWVlbnNsYW5kIl0=
Fitzroy River course ‘one of the best’, says Carroll – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2025/03/29/leaders-laud-olympic-legacy/
April 2025
Olympic glow for Capricorn Coast – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2025/04/01/olympic-glow-for-capricorn-coast/
New tourism campaign set to hit the road – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2025/04/06/new-tourism-campaign-set-to-hit-the-road/
Great Keppel Island Holiday Village – Visit Gay Australia
https://visitgayaustralia.com.au/directory/great-keppel-island-holiday-village
Which tropical Queensland island is best for you? – Qantas Magazine
https://www.qantas.com/travelinsider/en/explore/australia/queensland/which-queensland-island-is-for-you.html
EcoTourism Australia – The Salty Lime Co
https://www.facebook.com/EcotourismAus/photos/-congratulations-to-the-salty-lime-co-on-achieving-sustainable-tourism-certifica/1070378651794024/
Local Rockhampton Committee formed to ensure Olympic opportunity is not wasted – The Courier Mail
www.couriermail.com.au/news/queensland/rockhampton/local-rockhampton-committee-formed-to-ensure-olympic-opportunity-is-not-wasted/news-story/a158fd5915eb38416d99832149387a84
May 2025
Reef Distillers wins big at international awards – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2025/05/18/reef-distillers-wins-big-at-international-awards/
Best of Queensland, in CQ – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2025/05/19/best-of-queensland-in-cq/
Artist Lyn is a master of pastels – CQ Today
https://cqtoday.com.au/news/2025/06/01/artist-lyn-is-a-master-of-pastels/
