Rookwood Weir spills water for the first time

Central Queensland’s new Rookwood Weir began spilling water for the first time in the early hours of Wednesday 27 December 2023. The weir is currently at 122 per cent capacity, after reaching its full supply level of 74,300 megalitres. The spill… Read more »

Bonza marks one year since receiving thumbs up to fly with 50 percent off sale

It’s been 12 months since Australia’s only independent low-cost carrier Bonza achieved its licence to fly and to mark the milestone Bonza is holding a 50% off sale across its entire network*. This same week last year, Bonza received a… Read more »

Capricorn Caves Lights up with the Summer Solstice Spectacle

As the festive season approaches, Capricorn Caves embraces the spirit of celebration, not just for Christmas and New Year but also for the mesmerizing phenomenon of the Summer Solstice.   Capricorn Caves, located just 23km from the city of Rockhampton, celebrates… Read more »

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Capricorn Enterprise team

Capricorn Enterprise wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and best wishes for a happy and prosperous new year. Our office will be closed from Friday 22nd December and reopening Tuesday 2nd January. The Capricorn Coast Visitor Information Centre will be operating at reduced hours: Christmas Eve… Read more »

Submit a summer deal

Tourism and Events Queensland has already launched marketing activities to assure visitors the majority of Queensland is safe to visit. Travellers around the country will be encouraged to visit Queensland.com to grab a great Queensland summer deal – so tourism… Read more »

New Queensland Government Ministry sworn in

The new Queensland Government Ministry was sworn in at Government House on Monday 18th December 2023. The 19-strong Cabinet headed by Premier Steven Miles includes new Ministers and revised portfolios. Brittany Lauga retained her position as Assistant Minister for Health… Read more »

Family friendly events to farewell 2023

The Capricorn Coast region is set to become a kaleidoscope of colour on New Years Eve (Sunday 31st December), with unforgettable laser light shows and fireworks displays brightening the skies. Livingstone Shire Council will once again host their popular ‘New Year’s Eve at… Read more »

Bonza gets green light on additional aircraft to paint Rocky skies purple

Bonza is back and ready to paint Rockhampton skies purple as two additional aircraft received regulatory approval and will commence flights in and out of the Gold Coast today.  The two additional aircraft will give Aussies at 14 destinations flying in and… Read more »

Summer in Capricorn

Art Exhibition 15 December 2023 – 30th January 2024 Livingstone Shire Council has awarded the licence to operate the Fig Tree Galleries & Workshop space to Keppel Coast Arts for 3 years (with $50k pa funding). The Summer In Capricorn exhibition is… Read more »

Mark your calendar with these important dates

2023 Public Holidays 2024 Public Holidays Show Holidays Show holidays are public holidays appointed in districts throughout Queensland in relation to annual agricultural, horticultural or industrial shows following a request from the local council.  Find your local show date: qld.gov.au/recreation/travel/holidays/show … Read more »