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Coal is still Gold
Posted on July 25th, 2018
Due to a number of factors the Central Queensland region is again experiencing accelerated resource activity (predominantly associated with coal mining). Some of the factors influencing the expansion of resource activity include: • A record number of operating coal mines… Read more »
Young Tourism Leaders announced for 2018!
Posted on July 25th, 2018
The Honourable Kate Jones MP, Minister for Innovation and Tourism Industry Development and Minister for the Commonwealth Games and the Honourable Shannon Fentiman MP, Minister for Employment and Small Business and Minister for Training and Skills Development, yesterday launched the… Read more »
Walking on water
Posted on July 24th, 2018
Around the Corner Creative duo stylist Penny Hunt and photographer Naomi Pelletier once again have found the prime location to shoot another fashion campaign on the shores of the Capricorn Coast. The newly opened Yeppoon Lagoon made the ultimate backdrop… Read more »
LIFESTYLE & VISITOR GUIDE – BOOK NOW!
Posted on July 23rd, 2018
Get in Quick! Spaces are selling fast for the 2018/19 Capricorn Coast Lifestyle & Visitor Guide. Advertising starts from a low $250 and significant discounts apply to Capricorn Enterprise members. Don’t miss the chance to showcase your business to thousands… Read more »
The New Standard for Travel and Tourism Brands Working with Visual Content
Posted on July 17th, 2018
In today’s digital word we all know how important social media is essential to a business and it isn’t just about posting images. A successful strategy is built around reaching the right people at the best time with the most… Read more »
Show casing our destination through TravMedia
Posted on July 17th, 2018
Would you believe Capricorn Enterprise now has the ability to talk to 40,000 journalists, travel and public relation professionals in over 10 countries!? How? We have just formed an exciting partnership with ‘TravMedia’ – the Travel Industry’s Global Media Network!… Read more »
Construction of Rookwood Weir remains a priority for both the Federal and State Governments
Posted on July 17th, 2018
Friday July 13th delivered GREAT news to the local region with both the Federal and State Governments reaffirming their commitment to construct Rookwood Weir to benefit not only local communities, but importantly provide essential irrigable water to develop a “food… Read more »
Inquiry into how the mining sector can support businesses in regional economies
Posted on July 10th, 2018
The Australian Parliament’s House Standing Committee on Industry, Innovation, Science and Resources has launched an inquiry into how the mining sector can support businesses in regional economies. The inquiry will be considering issues including: opportunities and barriers for regional businesses… Read more »
Winter events season is here!
Posted on July 4th, 2018
Winter Racing Carnival Rockhampton – 6-7 July Adani Rockhampton River Festival – 13-15 July Shell Show Yeppoon – 14-15 July Paradise Lagoons Campdraft – 19-22 July Yeppoon Triathlon Festival – 28-29 July Club Marine Brisbane to Keppel Tropical Yacht Race… Read more »
Our newest attraction is our biggest – literally!
Posted on June 27th, 2018
Besides beaches and blue water, Great Keppel has another GREAT attraction – whales! Both local Keppel Island ferry companies now hold Whale Watching permits. This provides many great opportunities for all local operators to leverage off the popularity of these… Read more »
