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 Rockhampton Ring Road Update – July 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 »

Great Keppel Island and Pumpkin Island shine in Emma Shaw’s latest book release – Ultimate Island Escapes: Australia

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 »

68 Days to go until the Capricorn Coast Region’s night of nights!

Mark your calendars and get your booking fingers ready… the countdown is on for the 2024 Best in Business Awards, and excitement is building! Tickets will be on sale very soon for this highly anticipated gala event, set to take… Read more »

Capricorn Enterprise 2023-2024 Annual Report

Capricorn Enterprise is proud to present our 2023-2024 Annual Report, which provides a summary of key achievements for the previous financial year.

Speakers Announced for the 2024 Major Projects and Industry Forum

Capricorn Enterprise is thrilled to announce the speakers for the highly anticipated 2024 Major Projects and Industry Forum, set to take place on Thursday, 12 September, at the Frenchville Sports Club in Rockhampton. This premier event will bring together industry… Read more »

Event Organisers Invited to Apply for Round 2 of 2024/25 Event Sponsorship Program

Livingstone Shire Council is excited to announce the opening date of the next round of its Event Sponsorship Program for 2024/25, reaffirming its commitment to supporting a diverse range of events that enrich the community and draw visitors to the… Read more »

Capricorn Coast’s Newest Wedding Venue, Ambrym Estate, Featured in Polka Dot Wedding!

Exciting news for couples planning their dream wedding on the Capricorn Coast! The stunning Ambrym Estate has caught the eye of Australia’s favorite wedding planners, Polka Dot Wedding. In their latest blog, “15 Dreamy New Wedding and Event Venues in… Read more »

Nominate Now for the 2024 Best in Business Awards – nominations close 11th September

The time is NOW for businesses across the Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton to shine! The 2024 Best in Business Awards are up and running, offering a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the hard work, dedication, and innovation that drive our local… Read more »

Rockhampton to Host Premier Industry Event: 2024 Major Projects and Industry Forum

On Thursday, 12 September 2024, the Frenchville Sports Club will be the hub of Central Queensland’s economic dialogue as it hosts the 2024 Major Projects and Industry Forum, presented by Capricorn Enterprise. Recognised as the Region’s Premier Industry Event, the… Read more »

Cruise reps visit Keppel Bay

Cruise company representatives from Carnival (including Seabourn Expeditions), Ponant and Scenic (based in Sydney and Melbourne) spent the past few days exploring Great Keppel Island and the Capricorn Coast prior to heading to Gladstone and the Town of 1770/Agnes to… Read more »