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New Training Program Designed to Inspire Exceptional Guest Experiences
Posted on November 19th, 2024
Everyone involved in welcoming guests across Rockhampton and the Capricorn Coast are set to benefit from the new Capricorn Coast Region Welcomes You program. Part of a statewide initiative, the program is designed to empower industry to share their pride… Read more »
Reef to Beef in the Southern Great Barrier Reef Turns Gold at Queensland Tourism Awards!!!
Posted on November 18th, 2024
5 out of 31 Gold Awards, plus a Silver and a Bronze, were claimed by the Capricorn region on Friday night at The Star’s newest venue in Brisbane for the 39th Queensland Tourism Awards presented by the Queensland Tourism Industry… Read more »
ENERGY ESTATE PTY LTD and ACCOMMODATION SOLUTIONS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD – Delivering Sustainable Worker Accommodation and Legacy Housing for Central Queensland
Posted on October 28th, 2024
Delivering Sustainable Worker Accommodation and Legacy Housing for Central QueenslandAccommodation Solutions Australia Pty Ltd (ASA), a joint venture between clean energy developer Energy Estate Pty Ltd and Hinman Group, is excited to announce the development of two major workforce accommodation… Read more »
Tickets Selling Fast for 2024 Best in Business Awards – Don’t Miss Out!
Posted on October 23rd, 2024
With just over a month until the highly anticipated 2024 Best in Business Awards, tickets are selling fast! Set to take place on Friday, 29th November at the new Keppel Bay Sailing Club Conference Centre, this event promises an unforgettable… Read more »
YHA Australia launches new ‘Travel to Learn’ Foundation
Posted on October 23rd, 2024
Sydney, Australia, 18 October – On Wednesday, YHA Australia celebrated the launch of the organisation’s Travel to Learn Foundation in the company of various stakeholders and Foundation partners, alongside industry who gathered on YHA Sydney Harbour’s iconic rooftop. Aligning with… Read more »
Urgent Plea for Great Keppel Island Jetty/Break Wall
Posted on October 16th, 2024
Accessibility, safety and beach protection for passengers and ferries to Great Keppel Island is critical. Ferry Operators to Great Keppel Island are desperate for government commitment to expedite planning and the necessary funding for a break wall, Jetty and Barge… Read more »
Dreamtime Cultural Centre open for visitors despite roadworks
Posted on October 14th, 2024
Rockhampton’s Dreamtime Cultural Centre, nestled on 12 hectares of beautifully landscaped grounds, remains open for visitors to immerse themselves in the rich culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage despite the ongoing roadworks in the area. Operating Monday to… Read more »
1,200 New Rooms Needed By 2032 For Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton!
Posted on October 9th, 2024
Population growth combined with visitor growth requires additional housing as well as short term commercial accommodation on the Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton. In fact, according to the region’s peak tourism and economic development organisation, our region is desperate for new… Read more »
Footlights Theatre Restaurant Marks 30 Years of Laughter, Entertainment, and Community Spirit on the Capricorn Coast
Posted on September 30th, 2024
This October, Footlights Theatre Restaurant celebrates a remarkable 30 years of entertaining locals and visitors with its signature mix of comedy, music, and dining on the Capricorn Coast. Since 1994, this beloved Yeppoon institution has been the heart of live… Read more »
Rockhampton Hosts 2024 Major Projects and Industry Forum with Future Energy, Projects, Research & Education Taking Centre Stage
Posted on September 16th, 2024
“Aggregated distribution solar is more than 3x the size of the largest coal generator in Queensland and is set to double again by 2024.” – Blake Harvey, Energy Queensland The Frenchville Sports Club in Rockhampton bustled with energy on Thursday… Read more »
