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Event Organisers Invited to Apply for Round 2 of 2024/25 Event Sponsorship Program

Livingstone Shire Council is excited to announce the opening date of the next round of its Event Sponsorship Program for 2024/25, reaffirming its commitment to supporting a diverse range of events that enrich the community and draw visitors to the… Read more »

Nominate Now for the 2024 Best in Business Awards – nominations close 11th September

The time is NOW for businesses across the Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton to shine! The 2024 Best in Business Awards are up and running, offering a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the hard work, dedication, and innovation that drive our local… Read more »

Rockhampton to Host Premier Industry Event: 2024 Major Projects and Industry Forum

On Thursday, 12 September 2024, the Frenchville Sports Club will be the hub of Central Queensland’s economic dialogue as it hosts the 2024 Major Projects and Industry Forum, presented by Capricorn Enterprise. Recognised as the Region’s Premier Industry Event, the… Read more »

Major Projects and Industry Forum 2024, Thursday 12 September – Registrations Now

The Capricorn Region’s Premier Industry Event The Major Projects and Industry Forum 2024 brings together key industries and developments in our region, with speakers typically being leaders across a spectrum of industries and presenting on current projects, future industry trends… Read more »

Celebrating Excellence: The 2024 Best in Business Awards

The anticipation is building as we approach the 2024 Best in Business Awards, a night dedicated to recognizing the outstanding contributions and achievements of businesses across our vibrant community. This year promises to be more spectacular than ever, thanks to… Read more »

Nominations Now Open for the 2024 Best in Business Awards

Exciting news! Nominations are now open for the 2024 Best in Business Awards, inviting businesses and entrepreneurs from the Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton, to join in this esteemed event. These awards celebrate excellence and innovation, recognizing the remarkable contributions of… Read more »

Sunset Sessions returns to Great Keppel Island with stellar lineup!

Sunset Sessions presented by Capricorn Events and Great Keppel Island Hideaway, supported by Livingstone Shire Council is an iconic music festival set against the breathtaking backdrop of Great Keppel Island. This year’s event promises to be a spectacular experience for… Read more »

Party with Pia Pressure – Beef24’s Hats n Heels

Pia Pressure is bringing the beats to the hottest ticket in the Next Gen Program, the RB Sellars Hats n Heels. Get ready for a high-energy set filled with bangers, throwbacks, and some classic boot-scootin’ country music! Known for her passion… Read more »

Regional Tourism Forum shines a light on Australia’s incredible appeal for visitors

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 »

A bright future ahead following Destination Australia Conference

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 »