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Growth in Visitor Numbers for Year Ending September 2024

Tourism Research Australia has released the National Visitor Survey (NVS) and International Visitor Survey (IVS) statistics to the year ending September 2024, with very positive results for the Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton and the broader Southern Great Barrier Reef destination,… Read more »

Unleash the Power of Storytelling with Cinefly Tourism

Are you ready to transform your tourism business and captivate your audience like never before? Cinefly, winner of the Advance Queensland Private Sector Pathways Program Challenge, is here to empower Queensland tourism operators with unlimited video content creation—at no cost to you!… Read more »

Proudly resourcing Queensland: 2023-24 QRC Economic Contributions Report

The Queensland Resources Council is pleased to share the Queensland Resources Council’s (QRC) 15th annual Economic Contribution Report, a comprehensive study that measures the significant value of the resources sector to Queensland’s economy.   The findings from this year’s report reveal… Read more »

Key Inbound Travel Agent (ITO) Explores Capricorn Coast Region

We were delighted that last week, Head of Product for prominent Inbound Tour Operator (ITO) Goway Travel, Graziella Caruso, based in Sydney,  chose to enjoy her annual holiday on the picturesque Capricorn Coast with her husband, John. Their journey began… Read more »

All Universal Analytics services cease to function starting July 1, 2024

A message from the Google Analytics Team… On July 1, 2024, Google Analytics 4 properties will have fully replaced Universal Analytics properties, as previously announced. From that date, Google will begin turning off all Universal Analytics services and Universal Analytics… Read more »

Crocs, docks and GKI treasures unlocked – Channel 9’s TODAY Show visits the Capricorn Coast region

Smiling at crocodiles at Koorana Crocodile Farm, daydreaming at the Southern Great Barrier Reef’s gateway Keppel Bay Marina, experiencing the speed of Funtastic Cruises Kraken Adventure, and indulging in relaxing vibes at Great Keppel Island Hideaway, Channel 9’s TODAY Show… Read more »

Channel 9’s TODAY Show and Capricorn Enterprise calls for crowds to take part in LIVE national television

It’s one of our favourite ways to start the morning, and from Tuesday 26th March, Channel 9’s TODAY Show returns to the Capricorn Coast region, highlighting some amazing experiences right here in our backyard. With weather presenter, Tim Davis at… Read more »

Fossil fuels to figure in QLD’s future for decades to come

Adept Economics’ Gene Tunny has shared an article on the Queensland Economy Watch website. He says that ‘despite the Queensland Government promoting the so-called Clean Economy, our state Treasury is still highly dependent on coal royalties, and the prosperity of… Read more »

Closing soon – Training and accreditation funding!

Boost your tourism venture with the Tourism Business Capability Subsidy – a $2 million Queensland Government initiative to elevate your business and create unforgettable experiences for your visitors. Eligible for sole traders, micro, small, and medium-sized tourism and events businesses…. Read more »

Capricorn Coast and Southern Great Barrier Reef shine bright at Australian Tourism Awards

Australia’s best of the best in tourism gathered last Friday night in Darwin for the 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards. Over 180 leading tourism operators, including 21 Queensland businesses who took home gold at the 2023 Queensland Tourism Awards, vied… Read more »