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$2 million campaign to give Queensland tourists a taste of farm life
Posted on May 11th, 2021
An authentic taste of farm life is on the holiday menu for Queensland tourists with the launch of a $2 million campaign to attract visitors to farms and help farmers diversify their income as part of the state’s Economic Recovery… Read more »
Central Queensland secures nationally renowned training program
Posted on May 11th, 2021
Artists, as well as community and cultural workers in Bundaberg, Duaringa, Mackay and Yeppoon will have the opportunity to undertake specialist training in Creative Recovery thanks to a successfully funded and innovative program. The Central Queensland Regional Arts Services Network… Read more »
Bunnings Warehouse Yeppoon and Fresh Trading Co set to open their doors at Capricorn Coast Homemaker Centre
Posted on May 11th, 2021
Seven months after turning the first sod on the multi-million-dollar Bunnings Warehouse in Yeppoon, Australian property developers, Gibb Group, are excited to announce that Fresh Trading Co and Bunnings, are both set to open to the local community in May…. Read more »
BEEF 2021 Wrap Up
Posted on May 11th, 2021
With reports from Beef Australia stating that more than 115,000 people passed through the gates and 63 tonnes (2 semi-trailers) of beef being consumed, this year’s BEEF 2021 has been hailed as the biggest and best to date, and has… Read more »
Two tasty retailers ready to move on the Capricorn Coast Homemaker Centre
Posted on May 6th, 2021
The eye-catching red and yellow signage of Hungry Jacks will soon light up the Capricorn Coast Homemaker Centre in Yeppoon as Lanskey Constructions kicks off its ‘whopper’ build of both the popular Australian-owned burger franchise and locally established Gus’ Coffee…. Read more »
Queensland National Parks 10,000 Steps Challenge
Posted on May 5th, 2021
Queensland National Parks have teamed up with Central Queensland University and their 10,000 Steps Program for an exciting monthly challenge for May! We all know that being active, especially outdoors, is a great way to boost your physical and mental wellbeing, so this… Read more »
Growing Queensland’s craft brewing and distillery scene
Posted on May 4th, 2021
Since new laws were passed in March, a strong contingent of artisan distillers and craft brewers from all corners of Queensland have taken the opportunity to apply for the new artisan producer liquor licence. The Artisan Liquor Bill, passed by… Read more »
BEEF21 updates
Posted on May 4th, 2021
BEEF AUSTRALIA 2021 – FAST FACTS The event has a geographical footprint 20% larger than the previous years, because of the addition of the Tech Yards. The estimated value for Commercial Cattle at the event is $3 million – Approx…. Read more »
Australia’s Premier Gem show makes a comeback in 2021
Posted on April 27th, 2021
Townships within Central Queensland Highlands are set to shine at this year’s Gemfest, Festival of Gems from 12th – 15th August. With planning well underway for the iconic event, which was dampened by pandemic restrictions in 2020, Australia’s Premier Gem… Read more »
Business Launchpad to set small businesses up for success
Posted on April 22nd, 2021
A new digital tool released by the Queensland Government is making it easier to start a small business. The Business Launchpad is a new tool to help small businesses reduce the red tape and access the licences, permits and regulatory… Read more »
