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SGBR TARGETS NSW COUNTRY
Posted on May 24th, 2017
In preparation for the winter season and increased drive market from the southern states, supplies of our SGBR Destination Guide have been sent to Visitor Information Centres along the Newell Highway in NSW leading into the Leichhardt Highway in Queensland… Read more »
38th ANNUAL AUSTRALIAN TOURISM EXCHANGE (ATE)
Posted on May 24th, 2017
Two and a half thousand (2,500) sellers and buyers exchanged business at last week’s Tourism Australia’s 38th Annual Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) in Sydney. Tourism Australia turned 50 at this year’s event. Our Southern Great Barrier Reef Destination was there… Read more »
Federal Budget 2017-18: AAA Credit Rating to Remain
Posted on May 10th, 2017
IS SMALL BUSINESS THE WINNER IN THIS YEAR’S FEDERAL BUDGET? LAST YEAR’S FEDERAL BUDGET SUMMARY FOR CQ outlined some major announcements in our region including $130 million for Rookwood Weir and a $1 billion Defence spend, as well as tax… Read more »
April Promotions
Posted on May 5th, 2017
Sydney Caravan & Camping Super Show Last week, our destination (from the Central Highlands to the Keppel Islands) was promoted for six days from Tuesday 25th to Sunday 30th April at the Annual Sydney Caravan and Camping Show, held at… Read more »
Iwasaki airport plan
Posted on May 5th, 2017
Following recent media reports, Capricorn Enterprise understands that the Iwasaki Sangyo Company would need to apply to the Coordinator-General to change the scope and terms of the reference for the Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed $600 million Capricorn Integrated Resort… Read more »
Tourism industry to operate Star Ratings program from 1 July
Posted on May 5th, 2017
The tourism industry has reached an historic agreement to maintain and enhance the Star Ratings scheme for the benefit of both consumers and accommodation operators. The Star Ratings scheme, which is currently owned via Star Ratings Australia by the Australian… Read more »
‘Go Local’ to help fellow Queenslanders recover from Debbie
Posted on April 26th, 2017
The Palaszczuk Government is launching a campaign to encourage Queenslanders to help businesses and industries impacted by ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie. Queenslanders are urged to join the “Go Local – keep Queensland going strong” initiative to help local farmers and businesses recover… Read more »
Livingstone Council rolls out first spectacular public art piece
Posted on April 26th, 2017
A spectacular Lionfish mural will now greet visitors driving into the Yeppoon Town Centre Car Park from the Hill St entrance, as Council’s much-anticipated place making initiatives continue to take shape. After calling for expressions of interest for talented artists… Read more »
New art elements unveiled at Emu Park ANZAC Memorial Precinct
Posted on April 26th, 2017
More than 40 new military art elements were installed at the Emu Park Anzac Memorial Precinct in time for yesterday’s (25 April) Anzac Day commemorations. The new art pieces include silhouetted figures of Australian soldiers – originally depicted on the original… Read more »
Local Company likely to miss out on multi-million dollar Adani contract to overseas company – appeal for Political Intervention!
Posted on April 21st, 2017
MEDIA RELEASE: Digital rail network specialist company 4Tel Managing Director Derel Wust, who lives in Yeppoon, informed Capricorn Enterprise this week that “Adani has decided not to use us on their new rail line, and instead go with an overseas… Read more »
