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State-funded works complete Yeppoon’s Station Quarter
Posted on July 6th, 2021
Works on Yeppoon’s heritage-listed Station Quarter are now complete. The almost $1 million in works included repairs to the railway building and a new shared path linking a missing connection in the Capricorn Coast Pineapple Rail Trail. These works were… Read more »
Last minute availability at local island paradise
Posted on July 6th, 2021
One of Australia’s best sub-tropical islands, our tiny eco-friendly gem, which is often booked with southerners at this time of year, is up for grabs for Queensland travellers. Pumpkin Island is an absolute bucket list item for many, however, due… Read more »
Taste Capricorn Coast officially launched
Posted on July 6th, 2021
Capricorn Enterprise, in partnership with Livingstone Shire Council proudly launched Taste Capricorn Coast this week at High Valley Dawn Permaculture Farm Yeppoon. The project, which was funded as part of the Australian Government’s Bushfire Recovery Initiative to support the region… Read more »
Bravus has struck coal
Posted on June 29th, 2021
Bravus has struck coal for the first time at the Carmichael mine in Queensland’s Galilee Basin, with production operations at the site one step closer to commencing. Announcing the striking of coal, Bravus Mining and Resources CEO David Boshoff, said,… Read more »
Destination proudly welcomes third Master Reef Guide
Posted on June 28th, 2021
Offering over 10 years of PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) certified experience, together with a genuine passion and love for her beautiful backyard, Keppel Dive owner and operator Lyndsay Appleton has recently become the third Master Reef Guide gracing… Read more »
Tourism Minister ground proofs Great Keppel Island
Posted on June 24th, 2021
Earlier this week, Queensland’s Minister for Resources, Scott Stewart announced that the transfer of the Great Keppel Island resort leases from Tower Holdings to Altum Property Group would not proceed based on the Financial Management Capability Assessment (FMCA). In response,… Read more »
Single-Use Plastic Ban in Queensland
Posted on June 23rd, 2021
From September 1 2021, certain single-use plastic items will be banned in Qld, including plastic straws, stirrers, cutlery, plates, bowls and expanded polystyrene cups and containers. The Qld Government has contracted the Boomerang Alliance* to conduct a series of early evening forums across the… Read more »
Rockhampton Museum of Art – Lease of Restaurant tender
Posted on June 23rd, 2021
An exciting and unique opportunity is available for an experienced hospitality business to be part of the revitalisation of Rockhampton’s Riverbank Precinct and establish itself as a vibrant destination venue for the region. Tenders are being sought for the exclusive… Read more »
Queensland Budget
Posted on June 22nd, 2021
Support for business and workers Big Plans for Small Business Strategy 2021-23 is designed to build a small business sector that helps drive economic recovery and employment across Queensland. The new strategy outlines how $140 million worth of support for… Read more »
A Middle Eastern Feast at Vue
Posted on June 22nd, 2021
It’s the season for winter tastes that soothe the soul and Chef Michael Rantissi from Kepos Street Kitchen and Kepos & Co is ready to bring his modern middle eastern dishes to Vue Wine Bar & Restaurant. The popular and… Read more »
