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Nominate Now for the 2024 Best in Business Awards!
Posted on September 17th, 2024
The countdown is on for the 2024 Best in Business Awards, and time is running out to get your nominations in! This is your chance to recognise the outstanding achievements of businesses, teams, and individuals that make Rockhampton and the… Read more »
Dig the Tropic Story Featured on Channel 9’s Getaway
Posted on September 17th, 2024
Exciting news for geo-tourism enthusiasts! The fascinating Dig the Tropic journey will be featured on Channel 9’s Getaway on Saturday, 5th October, at 5.30 pm. This episode will showcase our local Capricorn Caves and Capricorn Dinosaur Park, bringing the wonders… Read more »
Rockhampton Hosts 2024 Major Projects and Industry Forum with Future Energy, Projects, Research & Education Taking Centre Stage
Posted on September 16th, 2024
“Aggregated distribution solar is more than 3x the size of the largest coal generator in Queensland and is set to double again by 2024.” – Blake Harvey, Energy Queensland The Frenchville Sports Club in Rockhampton bustled with energy on Thursday… Read more »
Cruise Interest Grows for Southern Great Barrier Reef Destination
Posted on September 11th, 2024
Cruise is an emerging market for the Southern Great Barrier Reef Destination as popularity for cruising grows in the Asia Pacific and globally with interest in new destinations and ports attracting the attention of the cruise line companies. Yet, cruising… Read more »
Media release – Minister of Tourism and Sports, The Honourable Michael Healy MP: Great Keppel Island infrastructure works set to progress
Posted on September 11th, 2024
A number of infrastructure projects for the revitalisation of Great Keppel Island (Woppa) are a step closer after the State Government signed a funding agreement with Livingstone Shire Council to start work. The funds will be used to deliver crucial… Read more »
Become a Guardian of the Great Barrier Reef
Posted on September 10th, 2024
Travelers can now play an active role in protecting the Great Barrier Reef through the new “Guardian of the Reef” platform. This global initiative, launched by Tourism Tropical North Queensland (TTNQ) in partnership with Expedia and working alongside all ten… Read more »
Oz and Beyond YouTube Travel Series Newest Rockhampton video is now live!
Posted on September 4th, 2024
Oz and Beyond YouTube Travel Series is an inspiring resource of destination videos, which are packed with ideas for things to see and do. The series encompasses thirty episodes to date and has clocked up close to three million views. Oz… Read more »
Last chance to register for the Major Projects and Industry Forum – Thursday 12 September – Frenchville Sports Club, Rockhampton
Posted on September 4th, 2024
Central Queensland’s premier industry event is on next Thursday (12th September). 3 Sessions / 12 speakers: 1. Future Energy 2. Major Projects 3. Manufacturing, Research & Education CLICK HERE for program and speaker bios. Lunch and networking event included. Tickets… Read more »
Frenchville Sports Club Launches Round One of 2025 Community Partnership Program
Posted on September 2nd, 2024
Frenchville Sports Club is excited to launch the 2025 Community Partnership Program, inviting all Central Queensland community groups, schools, events, initiatives, and sports clubs to apply for essential financial support. This initiative highlights our commitment to giving back to the… Read more »
