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Pumpkin Island Shines in Australian Traveller

Among stunning island destinations in Tasmania and Victoria, our very own Pumpkin Island has been featured in Australian Traveller’s latest article, “4 Aussie Islands You Can Book Exclusively, for Less Than You Think.” With Capricorn Enterprise actively pitching local experiences… Read more »

Great Keppel Island takes centre stage on ABC’s Back Roads

Join Heather Ewart as she uncovers the island’s rich history, the iconic resort’s journey, and the incredible local community keeping its spirit alive. From the inspiring Swim Around Keppel event to the vital work of the Keppel Turtle Fund, this… Read more »

Destination 2045 – Capricorn Shines!

More than 90 businesses, community and elected representatives welcomed Assistant Minister for Tourism Bree James and Senior Executives from the Department of Environment and Tourism, Innovation and Science on Tuesday 28th January for a very productive regional workshop to help formulate… Read more »

Destination 2045 Workshop – Capricorn

Tuesday 28th January, Empire Conference Room, Rockhampton “Looking Forward Learning Back, Learning Back Looking Forward” The tourism industry is successful because of three things: Product, Management, Marketing The Visitor Economy is ALL travellers – not just holiday, but those travelling… Read more »

Local tourism and information hub welcomes thousands through its doors in 2024

While just under 2% of the destination’s total number of visitors call into the Capricorn Coast Visitor Information Centre (VIC) in Yeppoon, the service provided to 17,537 visitors, seven days a week, is a critical indicator of the region’s thriving… Read more »

Major Clean-Up Underway on Great Keppel Island

Spearheaded by the State Government’s Department of Resources, passionate Great Keppel Island operators and residents are embarking on a significant revitalisation journey with a comprehensive clean-up operation underway aimed at restoring the island’s natural beauty and appeal.  A massive 60… Read more »

Summer Solstice spectacle to light up Capricorn Caves

The festive season is nearly here and December is a time of year the team at Capricorn Caves get excited, because holiday season means Summer Solstice is right around the corner.Situated proudly within a destination that lies on the Tropic… Read more »

Capricorn Caves Celebrate 140 Year Milestone!

The Capricorn Caves celebrated their 140th anniversary as a tourist attraction on Friday evening (8th December), marking a significant milestone for this iconic Queensland attraction – said to be the oldest tourism attraction in Queensland.  Capricorn Caves Owner John Augusteyn… Read more »

Ambrym Estate Celebrated Six Months of Operations

Ambrym Estate recently celebrated six months of operations with a festive Christmas gathering. The event brought together industry colleagues, friends, and family to mark this important milestone. It was a joyous occasion that highlighted the connections and achievements of the… Read more »

Capricorn Enterprise – Members Networking Night – The Station 4703

Thank you to all our Members who joined us for the final Networking Night of the year. It was wonderful to see so many new and familiar faces reconnecting—exactly what these events are all about. A special thank you to… Read more »