JobKeeper 2.0: extended after September

Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Treasurer Josh Frydenberg have announced changes to the JobKeeper program, extending beyond the existing September deadline, albeit with significant reductions. JobKeeper will become a two-tier system based on the number of hours worked from 28th… Read more »

First 20 Partnership payments received for 2020-21

Capricorn Enterprise wishes to thank all of our Members who have already renewed their Membership with our organisation for 2020-21. The distribution of Membership invoices commenced at the beginning of July with Corporate, Platinum, Gold and Silver Members, with all… Read more »

2019-20 VISUAL MEDIA SNAPSHOT – Promoting our Destination!

Capricorn Enterprise again commissioned a number of bloggers and influencers throughout the 2019/20 financial year, as well as utilizing our annual subscription to TravMedia, working in partnership with our local tourism industry. Tourism and Events Queensland also produced a number of blogs… Read more »

Major Projects Update – in excess of $80B in regional projects

Projects valued at in excess of $80 Billion are detailed in the latest edition of the Capricorn Enterprise Central Qld Major Projects Report released today. Whilst coal projects total a massive $69.9 Billion, other general infrastructure projects make up the… Read more »

Tourism operators experience an uptick in business

Following months of waiting and gearing up to welcome visitors again, local tourism operators are relieved to be experiencing a positive flow of bookings throughout the school holiday period. With Queensland’s ‘Good to Go’ switch being hit, announcing all systems… Read more »

Queensland national parks camping and vehicle access update

Most Queensland national parks, forests and recreation areas are reopened and operating in line with the Chief Health Officer-approved Industry COVID Safe Plan – QPWS Campgrounds.  With the further easing of COVID-19 restrictions in accordance with the Queensland Government’s roadmap,… Read more »

Creek to Coast at Carnarvon

Sponsored by Sunseeker Caravans, the crew from Creek to Coast are visiting Carnarvon Gorge this week, providing viewers with the opportunity to get a taste of the Sandstone Wilderness. With thanks to Sandstone Park, Australian Nature Guides and Takarakka Bush… Read more »

House hunters blow into the Capricorn Coast

Following avid home seekers around the world, the smash-hit series House Hunters International (HHI) landed on the Capricorn Coast on Thursday 9th July, spending four days exploring our exciting family-friendly destination and showcasing it’s beauty to the rest of the… Read more »

Local events back on the calendar for 2020

Following the public health regulations issued by Queensland Government, we have unfortunately seen many local celebrations cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, however, the second half of 2020 is ramping up again for the event scene, ensuring our social calendars… Read more »

Chase your dreams at the GKI Trail Run

We all know that Great Keppel Island (GKI) located on the Southern Great Barrier Reef has a track record of being one of the most special places to spend your days… Simply set one foot on this spectacular island paradise… Read more »