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1,200 New Rooms Needed By 2032 For Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton!
Posted on October 9th, 2024
Population growth combined with visitor growth requires additional housing as well as short term commercial accommodation on the Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton. In fact, according to the region’s peak tourism and economic development organisation, our region is desperate for new… Read more »
Cruise Potential Gains Momentum for the Southern Great Barrier Reef
Posted on October 8th, 2024
Senior Executives from Royal Caribbean conducted a whirlwind tour of the Capricorn coast and Gladstone regions last week, specifically interested in the opportunities presented by Gladstone Port for future shore visits by the Quantam of the Seas (5,000 capacity cruise… Read more »
Eloise Chaffers Achieves Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Certification, Elevating Sustainable Tourism on the Capricorn Coast
Posted on October 8th, 2024
Capricorn Enterprise contractor, Eloise Chaffers (Taylor Made Marketing) and passionate Ecotourism advocate, has successfully completed the Sustainable Tourism Training certification with the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), a leading organisation that sets global standards for sustainability in tourism. This certification… Read more »
Tickets Now on Sale for the 2024 Best in Business Awards Gala Event! – to be held Friday 29th November 2024
Posted on September 30th, 2024
The countdown to the 2024 Best in Business Awards Gala has begun, and tickets are now on sale for what promises to be an unforgettable evening celebrating the finest businesses across Rockhampton and the Capricorn Coast! With nominations now officially… Read more »
Beaches Restaurant and The Waterline Restaurant Featured in Travelling King’s Global Culinary Journey
Posted on September 30th, 2024
Beaches Restaurant at Rosslyn Bay and The Waterline Restaurant at Keppel Bay Marina have been featured in the latest article on Travelling King, ‘Culinary Journeys: Exploring the World through Food with Local Chefs and Restaurants’. As part of this global… Read more »
Footlights Theatre Restaurant Marks 30 Years of Laughter, Entertainment, and Community Spirit on the Capricorn Coast
Posted on September 30th, 2024
This October, Footlights Theatre Restaurant celebrates a remarkable 30 years of entertaining locals and visitors with its signature mix of comedy, music, and dining on the Capricorn Coast. Since 1994, this beloved Yeppoon institution has been the heart of live… Read more »
Bipartisan Support urgently needed for CQ TAFE Centre for Excellence project
Posted on September 23rd, 2024
Central Queensland stands at a crossroads, facing challenges that not only demand immediate action but importantly a united front. Our region’s economy is the backbone of our community, and it is under extreme pressure. We need a strong, resilient economy… Read more »
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 »
