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“Robin the Reef Roamer” Gets a Fresh Look at the Capricorn Coast Visitor Information Centre
Posted on June 10th, 2025
Our commissioned “Robin the Reef Roamer” is looking better than ever, thanks to the skilled touch of local artists Bill and Luke Gannon from Out There Co. The much-loved mural on the main outside wall of the Capricorn Coast Visitor… Read more »
Get hooked on Capricorn King of Kings 2026 – Sponsorship opportunities now available!
Posted on June 10th, 2025
Australia’s premier fishing tournament, Capricorn King of Kings, returns to the Southern Great Barrier Reef in February 2026 — and now’s the time to align your brand with this growing high-impact event. In 2025, King of Kings delivered: With 75%… Read more »
Capricorn Coast’s Max Allen Jnr represents at exclusive Master Reef Guide Biodiversity Masterclass
Posted on June 9th, 2025
Max Allen Jnr, owner and skipper of Freedom Fast Cats, recently represented the Capricorn Coast at the prestigious Master Reef Guide Biodiversity Masterclass held in Airlie Beach. Max is currently the only accredited Master Reef Guide (MRG) in the Capricorn… Read more »
Ferns Hideaway launches new Day Pass for an ultimate nature-based adventure
Posted on June 9th, 2025
Ferns Hideaway is excited to announce the launch of its new Day Pass, which allows locals and visitors to enjoy a full day of nature-based activities without the need for an overnight stay. Set in the leafy rainforest surrounds of… Read more »
Our achievements for 2024/25
Posted on June 9th, 2025
A snapshot of our achievements for the 2024/25 financial year include: Business Support Destination Marketing Investment Attraction Capricorn Enterprise meets regularly with interested investors to the region, presenting the latest statistical research and ‘on the ground’ intel. CEO Mary Carroll… Read more »
Winter sports are heating up across the Capricorn Coast region
Posted on June 3rd, 2025
Winter may bring cooler temperatures, but the Capricorn Coast region’s event calendar is firing on all cylinders with an action-packed line-up of sporting events. From scenic island trail runs and adrenaline-fueled sprints to elite school rugby and veteran golf carnivals,… Read more »
A bold 20-year vision for the future of Queensland tourism
Posted on June 3rd, 2025
This week the Queensland Government delivered Queensland’s tourism future with Destination 2045, a visionary roadmap to supercharge the State’s industry into a new era of growth and innovation. Read full media statements here: Destination 2045 brochure: 007974_Destination2045-Brochure-V24A.pdf Destination 2045 website: The… Read more »
Tourism Australia Manager wowed by Capricorn Coast Region!
Posted on June 2nd, 2025
Tourism Australia’s Industry Relations Manager, Rachael Glendinning thoroughly enjoyed her 4 day visit to our region last week, having never been to Rockhampton and the Capricorn Coast prior. Sincere thanks to our accommodation operators and experiences who assisted Capricorn Enterprise… Read more »
Television crew enjoys The Great Outdoors from Reef to Rainforest on the Capricorn Coast
Posted on June 2nd, 2025
Capricorn Enterprise has invested in national travel show on Channel 7’s (and 7 Plus & 7 Two) The Great Outdoors Series 11, hosting the crew early last week to film our Capricorn Coast “Rainforest to Reef” 4-5 minute story which… Read more »
Spotlight on the Capricorn Coast & CamperMate Campaign
Posted on June 2nd, 2025
Driving In-Trip Engagement and Increasing Regional Visitation Capricorn Enterprise recently partnered with Outdoria Pty Ltd to deliver a national cooperative marketing campaign through the CamperMate platform, running from 5 May to 1 June 2025. With a total campaign value of… Read more »
