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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 »
Rockhampton Ring Road Update – July 2024
Posted on September 2nd, 2024
Both the Australian and Queensland governments are committed to delivering the Rockhampton Ring Road (RRR), with the Australian Government investing $1.2 billion and the Queensland Government $530 million into this key infrastructure project, a 14.7 km ring road alignment west… Read more »
Yeppoon Golf Club unveils Clubhouse refurbishment, enhancing event capabilities
Posted on August 27th, 2024
Located on the picturesque Capricorn Coast, the Yeppoon Golf Club, which offers a challenging and enjoyable course for many, is excited to announce the completion of a soft refurbishment of its clubhouse, including the installation of air-conditioning in October. This… Read more »
Great Keppel Island and Pumpkin Island shine in Emma Shaw’s latest book release – Ultimate Island Escapes: Australia
Posted on August 27th, 2024
In November 2022, renowned travel author Emma Shaw spent time soaking up the sun in Keppel Bay, gathering inspiration for her new book Ultimate Island Escapes: Australia. This stunning publication, backed by creative powerhouse Hardie Grant Explore, showcases some of… Read more »
