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True blue Aussie gem, Mount Hay features this Sunday at 5:30pm on Ch. 9’s My Way

Watch the promo here – youtu.be/p0ADbhJWOM0 First opened to the public in 1974, Mount Hay Gemstone Tourist Park is known for its 120 million year old Thundereggs and Spherulitic Rhyolite, and this Sunday at 5:30pm on Channel 9’s My Way,… Read more »

Community information sessions for Yeppoon Road upgrade

The final design for the $80 million Rockhampton–Yeppoon Road, Yeppoon Road upgrade will be on display at community information sessions this month. In addition to the final design, community members will be able to see the project’s features and benefits… Read more »

Crimson Finch Brewery spreads its wings in the heart of Yeppoon

A little birdy told us there’s a new microbrewery on the horizon… and the team from Crimson Finch Brewery are proud to confirm the word on the ‘tweet’. The Capricorn Coast’s newest brewing company bestowing refreshing beers that are simply… Read more »

High Valley Dawn Permaculture Farm achieves Advanced Ecotourism accreditation

With a powerful ethos of ‘earth care, people care, fair share’, together with an ever-evolving, self-sustaining community model, High Valley Dawn Permaculture Farm has this week been successful in obtaining Advanced Ecotourism certification through Eco Tourism Australia. Joining the growing… Read more »

Stanage Bay shines this Sunday, 12th February at 5:30pm on Channel 9’s My Way

It’s a fisherman’s dream, with a laid-back ambience demanding peace, quiet and relaxation, and this Sunday at 5.30pm, Channel 9’s My Way is sharing the slice of paradise that is Stanage Bay with the nation. Watch the promo below. Commissioned… Read more »

Central Queensland Update on AusIndustry Grants, Programs and Events: February 2023

Included in this update is the following: AusIndustry’s Central Queensland Regional Manager is available if you have questions or require further information in regards the programs and initiatives outlined below, and is happy assist businesses should they be interested in… Read more »

YEPP… the proof’s in the can. We love our local beer here on the Capricorn Coast!

With their first anniversary approaching in March 2023, YEPP Brewing Co’s founders, Justin and Tanya from YEPP Brewing Co. are getting the ‘hop’ on the explosive craft beer industry, installing a brand new three-vessel brewhouse to double their production capacity…. Read more »

Yurika: Leading the charge in smart transport

As Yurika powers possibility for a cleaner, greener future, it also pioneers the deployment of electric charging infrastructure across Australia. In addition to recognised work delivered through the Queensland Electric Superhighway, Yurika continues to make impressive leaps forward with a… Read more »

Upgraded Rockhampton Airport Terminal Officially Opened

Rockhampton Airport now boasts an improved traveller experience thanks to recent major upgrades to the terminal and airport security screening. The upgrade delivered new security equipment as well as additional airline lounge facilities, which will improve operational efficiency and enhance… Read more »

Bonza flights to Rocky open from Sunshine Coast, Townsville and Cairns!

Flights to Rockhampton are open for booking now: Download the App to book your flights: A new era in Queensland tourism and aviation has launched with Sunshine Coast-based Bonza starting flights to and from 17 destinations, including nine in regional… Read more »