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Visitor growth continues to be strong across Capricorn Region to year ending June 2023!

Official Tourism Research Australia (TRA) data released recently confirmed 1,213,000 domestic visitors, staying for 4,220,000 visitor nights are spending $855 Million dollars in the Capricorn region to the year ending June 2023.  On average, visitors are staying 3.5 nights and… Read more »

Keppel Bay Sailing Club wins Club of the Year at the Australian Sailing Queensland Club Awards

At a prestigious Australian Sailing gala event on Thursday 7th September at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, the Queensland sailing community came together for the announcement of the winners for the 2023 Queensland Sailing Awards.   At the gala event, attended… Read more »

TruFusion Indian Bar and Grill ranked in top 1% of restaurants worldwide by TripAdvisor

With their 5 STAR rating and numerous ‘exceptional Indian food’ reviews, Rockhampton’s TruFusion Indian Bar and Grill has once again been awarded among the Best of the Best Restaurants across the globe. Scooping up their 4th consecutive TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award in 2023,… Read more »

Freedom Fast Cats features on Channel 9’s My Way Sunday, 22nd October 2023

The Capricorn Coast destination returns to screens this weekend, with Freedom Fast Cats making a splash and showcasing our stunning Keppel Bay waters. Sharing his passion, success and challenges from the last 24 years, Max Allen Jnr will take viewers on an… Read more »

Major Projects and Industry Forum speaker line-up for Thursday 19th October

Proudly sponsored by Gold Partners, MRAEL, and Networking Event Sponsor, Frenchville Sports Club, Capricorn Enterprise’s 2023 Major Projects and Industry Forum is the place to hear directly from project and industry leaders on Thursday 19th October 2023.  This year’s Forum… Read more »

Carbon Footprint Measurement as a Tool for Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism Businesses

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is increasingly important for tourism businesses. Measuring your carbon footprint can be a powerful tool for demonstrating your commitment to CSR, by showing that you are taking action to reduce your environmental impact. This can help… Read more »

2024 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award applications now open

Applications are now open for the 2024 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award until 25 October 2023. The award is designed to empower and celebrate inclusive and courageous leadership by women involved in Australia’s rural and emerging industries, businesses and communities. It… Read more »

A message from Energy Queensland about their 2025-30 Draft plans

Dear Customer/Stakeholder, We are committed to delivering the energy transformation without spending one dollar more than necessary, while being a significant contributor to the Queensland economy and meeting your lifestyle aspirations. We have just posted on Talking Energy, our future investment… Read more »

What’s on sale at Beef2024?

As we eagerly anticipate the arrival of Beef2024, we want to ensure that you have all the information you need to secure your tickets! Social Ticketed Events Social ticketed events WILL SELL OUT! To ensure you don’t miss out on… Read more »

RACQ People’s Choice Awards voting open

Have a favourite Capricorn tourism experience? Vote for them and go in the draw to win a $1,000 or $500 WISH eGift card! At the 2023 Queensland Tourism Awards, you can help decide the winners of two unique award categories by voting… Read more »