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Local events back on the calendar for 2020
Posted on July 9th, 2020
Following the public health regulations issued by Queensland Government, we have unfortunately seen many local celebrations cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, however, the second half of 2020 is ramping up again for the event scene, ensuring our social calendars… Read more »
Good to Go Campaign
Posted on July 7th, 2020
Tourism and Events Queensland’s Good to Go campaign aims to inspire visitors to explore the very best of their own backyard and reconnect with friends and family now that travel restrictions are easing and to help assure visitors you are offering a safe travel experience. A… Read more »
Families set to rediscover Aussie holidays in 2020: Rockhampton and Capricorn Coast Region is trending
Posted on July 7th, 2020
Wotif research reveals over half (53%) of Aussies believe we need to make the most of 2020 and support local Australian tourism 3 in 4 families (76%) will now place greater importance on Australian travel, even when international travel restrictions… Read more »
Interstate borders open this Friday 10th July (except Victoria)
Posted on July 7th, 2020
From 12 noon this Friday 10 July, any person from all States and Territories, except Victoria, may enter Queensland subject to completing and signing a border declaration. Queensland’s borders will remain closed to anyone who has been in Victoria within the past 14… Read more »
Interstate borders opening July 10th
Posted on June 30th, 2020
For more information on Queensland restrictions and the new roadmap, visit – https://www.covid19.qld.gov.au/government-actions/roadmap-to-easing-queenslands-restrictions Despite Queensland’s borders remaining closed to Victorian travellers, Capricorn Enterprise, on behalf of our regional tourism industry, is overjoyed following the announcement which will see a further… Read more »
Great news for our region as major events are confirmed for 2020
Posted on June 23rd, 2020
Following cancellations and postponement of events due to COVID-19, we’re please to say that major events are confirming their dates for later this year. Keep up to date with the latest by saving the link to our major event calendar… Read more »
Central Queensland jobs key to COVID-19 recovery
Posted on June 17th, 2020
More than 1500 jobs will be supported by a $1.4 billion road building boom in Central Queensland with the region to play a pivotal role in the state’s economic recovery. Businesses that support these projects – the whole supply chain… Read more »
Small Business COVID-19 Adaption Grant Program – Round 2 opened 1st July
Posted on June 16th, 2020
UPDATED: 14/7/2020 If you missed out on Round 1 of the State Government’s Small Business grant of $10,000 to assist with operational costs, you can apply for Round 2 which opened on the 1st July! The allocation for regional areas… Read more »
Capricorn Enterprise supporting our tourism industry
Posted on June 9th, 2020
Three months ago, the tourism industry was forced to hit the pause button on planned marketing activities, as the COVID-19 pandemic presented a tremendous negative effect on our local and regional economy. As one of the first industries to feel… Read more »
Approved Industry COVID Safe Plans
Posted on June 8th, 2020
Please find below links to COVID Safe Industry Plans that have been approved by the Queensland Chief Health Officer. Businesses can adopt one of the following COVID Safe Industry Approved Plans: Queensland Tourism and Accommodation (PDF, 2.5 MB) Aquatic Sport Sector (PDF,… Read more »
