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Capricorn Coast volunteers kick off 2023 with a trip to Hedlow Retreat
Posted on January 17th, 2023
The weather didn’t dampen the spirits of our Capricorn Coast Visitor Information Centre volunteers last Friday, as they took some time to visit and explore the newly rebranded Hedlow Retreat. The first of many familiarisations (famils) scheduled for 2023, the… Read more »
Have your say on the Rockhampton train station upgrade
Posted on January 17th, 2023
Queensland Rail is inviting the public to have their say on the new multi-million dollar upgrade to Rockhampton train station, with community consultation starting next week with feedback sessions giving the public an opportunity to offer their views on the… Read more »
CAPRICORN FILM FESTIVAL 2023 PROGRAM ANNOUNCED
Posted on January 4th, 2023
Central Queensland’s premiere film arts festival returns with new feature film and documentary premieres, art experiences and much more The 2023 Capricorn Film Festival is presented by Livingstone Shire Council, Tourism Events Queensland, Screen Queensland, Regional Arts Australia, Keppel Coast… Read more »
Have your say on higher education
Posted on December 14th, 2022
Survey closes Monday 19th December 2022 The Australian Government has announced the development of an Australian Universities Accord to build a long-term plan for Australia’s higher education system. The Department of Education invites individuals (students, Parent or guardian/family member of… Read more »
2022-2023 Queensland Budget update
Posted on December 13th, 2022
Queensland’s economy continues to lead the nation, according to the State’s 2022-23 Budget Update. Queensland’s economy grew 4.4 per cent in 2021-22, stronger than National GDP growth of 3.6 per cent. A record $5.2 billion surplus is now forecast for… Read more »
Billion dollar Rockhampton Ring Road construction to commence 2023
Posted on December 13th, 2022
Construction of the ring road will now start in 2023 as originally planned, after the Australian and Queensland governments reached a new funding agreement of $280 million to continue the first phase. On Friday 9 December, the Queensland government confirmed a… Read more »
Small Business Wellness Support Package
Posted on December 6th, 2022
Small businesses are the heart and hubs of our local communities and the wellbeing and strong mental health of their owners and employees is vital for the health of their business and the economy. Because of this, the Queensland Government… Read more »
Capricorn Caves set to beam during the Summer Solstice
Posted on December 6th, 2022
December is that incredibly exciting time of the year when life is a blur, and the rush of the festive season certainly catches us up. However, at the iconic Capricorn Caves, just 23 kilometres from the city of Rockhampton, it… Read more »
First year of the Regional Medical Pathway comes to an end
Posted on December 6th, 2022
The Regional Medical Pathway (RMP) is a powerful and unique partnership between CQUniversity Australia, The University of Queensland, Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service and Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service, delivering end-to-end medical education and training in our regions. With the… Read more »
Merv Hughes goes fishing in Keppel Bay
Posted on November 30th, 2022
Tune in to 7MATE on Sunday 11th at 2.30pm to see a spotlight on fishing in Keppel Bay! Capricorn Enterprise together with the Mad Hueys clothing apparel brand joined forces to bring Aussie cricket legend and TV personality, Merv Hughes… Read more »
