Great Keppel Island - Latest News
Ross Long’s Adventure on the Capricorn Coast
Posted on July 31st, 2024
Capricorn Enterprise recently engaged and commissioned renowned underwater photographer Ross Long to capture the breathtaking beauty of our reef and islands on the Capricorn Coast during a whirlwind 5 nights. Known for his stunning marine life photography, Ross explored the… Read more »
Celebrating Excellence: The 2024 Best in Business Awards
Posted on July 31st, 2024
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 »
Yeppoon’s Newest Seafood Sensation – Welcome to OFISHAL BEACHCLUB!
Posted on July 24th, 2024
Yeppoon is set to make waves in the culinary scene with the grand opening of OFISHAL BEACHCLUB, a new seafood restaurant offering an exquisite dining experience right on the Capricorn Coast. Owned by the dynamic duo Tanya and Grant Lynch… Read more »
Capricorn Coast confirms commitment to sustainable tourism with ECO Destination Certification achievement
Posted on July 24th, 2024
Joining Australia’s leading cohort of ecotourism destinations, the Capricorn Coast has reached global best-practice sustainable destination standards with Ecotourism Australia’s ECO Destination Certification at the Ecotourism level. As the fifth certified destination in Queensland and the 11th in Australia, the… Read more »
Nominations Now Open for the 2024 Best in Business Awards
Posted on July 23rd, 2024
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 »
High Valley Dawn Permaculture Farm introduces 100% off-grid sustainable tiny homes for eco-conscious travellers
Posted on July 17th, 2024
Renowned for their ongoing commitment to sustainable living practices and holistic land management, Ross, Judy, Shae, and the team at High Valley Dawn Permaculture Farm are thrilled to announce the launch of their newest offering: sustainable tiny house accommodation, providing… Read more »
Our achievements for 2023/24
Posted on July 3rd, 2024
A snapshot of our achievements for the 2023/24 financial year include: Business Support Visitor Servicing Nb: As the Central Queensland Highlands transition to a new regional tourism boundary of “Queensland Country” which will also include Southern Queensland Country, going forward… Read more »
Great Keppel Island (Wop-pa) Native Title Update
Posted on June 26th, 2024
A second Native Title application has been made for an approx. 9.1029 sq km (9 lots and 1 part lot) on Great Keppel Island (Wop-pa), for what essentially covers the former (Tower Holdings) tourism leases including the old resort site,… Read more »
Capricorn Enterprise welcomes $5 million clean up funds for Great Keppel Island announced
Posted on June 18th, 2024
The region’s peak tourism and economic development organisation welcomes yesterday’s state budget announcement for additional funding of $5 million in 2024-25 to undertake site security and safety works and pest and vegetation management associated with the former Great Keppel Island… Read more »
Sunset Sessions returns to Great Keppel Island with stellar lineup!
Posted on May 24th, 2024
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 »
