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Fossil fuels to figure in QLD’s future for decades to come
Posted on March 19th, 2024
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 »
Beach, Boots and Beats delivers stellar line-up for an afternoon of live outdoor entertainment!
Posted on March 19th, 2024
Lace up your dancing boots, throw down your picnic blanket and buckle up for an evening full of fantastic live country music and entertainment for the first Beach, Boots and Beats event! Council is thrilled to present this exciting event… Read more »
Closing soon – Training and accreditation funding!
Posted on March 19th, 2024
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
Posted on March 19th, 2024
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 »
Regional Tourism Forum shines a light on Australia’s incredible appeal for visitors
Posted on March 19th, 2024
More than 100 representatives from Australia’s Regional Tourism Organisations met last week at Tourism Australia’s (TA) Annual RTO forum held in Sydney. TA provided updates on its Research/Strategy, Distribution, Sustainability, Partnering with Culture and presented trends in global Social Media…. Read more »
Something for every age in Easter on the Capricorn Coast activity guide!
Posted on March 19th, 2024
Livingstone Shire Council is delighted to announce the much-anticipated Easter on the Capricorn Coast 2024 program, thoughtfully planned to engage the hearts and minds of our vibrant youth community. Proudly presented and facilitated by Council in collaboration with several local… Read more »
A bright future ahead following Destination Australia Conference
Posted on March 19th, 2024
A record 1,000 people (800 in person and more on-line) attended this year’s Destination Australia conference hosted by Tourism Australia in Sydney. Emcee Karl Stefanovic introduced TA’s CEO Pip Harrison whose topic was “The Next Chapter for Sustainable Growth”. Speakers… Read more »
Capricorn Coast region monopolises Australian Idol 2024
Posted on March 13th, 2024
Our local strapping ‘Big Camel’ farmer, Trent and country sweetheart, Denvah continue to make the Capricorn Coast region proud, securing a spot in the Top 6 of Channel 7’s popular music show Australian Idol. Singing their hearts out each week… Read more »
More than 100,000 Bonza customers embrace direct flights to/from Rockhampton
Posted on March 13th, 2024
More than 100,000 customers have flown in and out of Rockhampton with Bonza as the low-cost carrier continues its mission to connect more Australians to their big backyard than ever before. For mum of four Tammy Dagan, Bonza’s arrival in Rocky has… Read more »
Southern Great Barrier Reef Tourism Trade Missions
Posted on March 12th, 2024
The Southern Great Barrier Reef (SGBR) has been on the world stage with the tourism industry attending a number of trade missions to grow destination awareness and visitation in key international target markets. The SGBR partnership spans the Capricorn, Gladstone… Read more »
