Great Keppel Island - Latest News

Capricorn Enterprise welcomes $5 million clean up funds for Great Keppel Island announced

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!

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 »

Congratulations Great Keppel Island for achieving ECO Certification

Great Keppel Island Hideaway has been successful in joining the world-leading ECO Certification by demonstrating best practice in sustainability and ecotourism! By achieving ECO Certification, GKI Hideaway has demonstrated that they are one of the exemplary operators in terms of sustainability… Read more »

State Government reveals final Concept Master Plan for Great Keppel Island

23 April 2024 Queensland Government media statement: ttps://statements.qld.gov.au/statements/100179 The Queensland Government has unveiled the blueprint to revive Great Keppel Island (Woppa) as a world-class tourism destination, with work already underway to progress priority actions. Capricorn Enterprise and key industry operators… Read more »

GREAT Keppel Island Hideaway and FUNtastic Cruises feature on Queensland WEEKENDER this Sunday 28th April at 5.30pm

When the words GREAT, FUN and WEEKENDER come together, it is definitely time to clear your calendars, grab the remote and tune into one of Australia’s favourite travel programs – Channel 7’s Queensland Weekender! This Sunday from 5.30pm, join presenter Chris Parsons as he explores… Read more »

Yeppoon business Tropical Luxury Cars ‘Jags’ a welcome addition to their fleet

Ready to take their business to an unparalleled level, Yeppoon’s premier chauffeur service, Tropical Luxury Cars has recently expanded its fleet to offer yet another touch of luxury. Exuding sophistication and elegance in the form of a 2007 S-Type JAGUAR… Read more »

Channel 7’s Sunrise visits Yeppoon Lagoon

Channel 7’s weekend weather presenter James Tobin and his crew made a splash at Yeppoon Lagoon on Saturday 30th March, showcasing our beautiful Capricorn Coast to their national audience. Proudly hosted and organised by Capricorn Enterprise, with special guests including… Read more »

Crocs, docks and GKI treasures unlocked – Channel 9’s TODAY Show visits the Capricorn Coast region

Smiling at crocodiles at Koorana Crocodile Farm, daydreaming at the Southern Great Barrier Reef’s gateway Keppel Bay Marina, experiencing the speed of Funtastic Cruises Kraken Adventure, and indulging in relaxing vibes at Great Keppel Island Hideaway, Channel 9’s TODAY Show… Read more »

Queensland Weekender explores the Capricorn Coast region seeking sustainability and Island adventure

Filming two separate stories, presenter Chris Parsons and his talented crew from Channel 7’s Queensland Weekender spent three days exploring our destination, gathering content to promote sustainability and Island adventure on the Capricorn Coast. Kicking off Day 1 with a… Read more »

Beef24 – Ticketing Update

Don’t miss out on your chance to secure tickets to Beef24! You have until Friday, 12th April to secure your tickets at our remaining social functions and Celebrity Chef Restaurant sessions. View an update on ticketing below. Don’t be that… Read more »