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Regional Tourism Forum shines a light on Australia’s incredible appeal for visitors
Posted on March 19th, 2024
More than 100 representatives from Australia’s Regional Tourism Organisations met last week at Tourism Australia’s (TA) Annual RTO forum held in Sydney. TA provided updates on its Research/Strategy, Distribution, Sustainability, Partnering with Culture and presented trends in global Social Media…. Read more »
Something for every age in Easter on the Capricorn Coast activity guide!
Posted on March 19th, 2024
Livingstone Shire Council is delighted to announce the much-anticipated Easter on the Capricorn Coast 2024 program, thoughtfully planned to engage the hearts and minds of our vibrant youth community. Proudly presented and facilitated by Council in collaboration with several local… Read more »
Our diverse destination wows TEQ Executives!
Posted on February 15th, 2024
This week, Capricorn Enterprise was thrilled to host recently appointed Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ) Group Executive of Marketing Kim McConnie and Claire Sim, Trade Engagement & Distribution Director to our beautiful Capricorn Coast Southern Great Barrier Reef destination. Our… Read more »
Yeppoon’s new smooth operator is ready to take on the world
Posted on January 12th, 2024
A firm believer in the power of good nutrition, Yeppoonie Smoothie’s founder, Jacinta Plazzer had been experimenting with powders and blends for decades, prior to launching a range of effective meal replacement smoothie powders into the public arena in 2022…. Read more »
Family friendly events to farewell 2023
Posted on December 19th, 2023
The Capricorn Coast region is set to become a kaleidoscope of colour on New Years Eve (Sunday 31st December), with unforgettable laser light shows and fireworks displays brightening the skies. Livingstone Shire Council will once again host their popular ‘New Year’s Eve at… Read more »
The Strand Hotel Yeppoon to Re-Open Refreshed Beach Bar & Terrace
Posted on December 12th, 2023
Part One Of The $2.2m Renovation Announced for The Coastal Pub Oceanfront establishment in Yeppoon, The Strand Hotel, will re-open its beach bar and terrace as well new open-air street dining on Thursday 21st December. The modernised spaces will open… Read more »
New Capricorn Coast Distillery gives back to the region’s greatest natural wonder
Posted on December 11th, 2023
With a strong commitment to supporting the preservation of our region’s miraculous Great Barrier Reef, newly launched Reef Distillers on the Capricorn Coast have become proud members of 1% for the Planet. 1% for the Planet is a global movement… Read more »
Funtastic Cruises launches ‘The Kraken’ just in time for school holidays
Posted on December 5th, 2023
Imagine the thrill of skimming across the azure waters of the Southern Great Barrier Reef, the wind in your hair, the sun on your face, and the breathtaking beauty of the Keppel Islands on the horizon. Local brothers Ollie and… Read more »
Keppel Bay Sailing Club wins Best Club in Australia
Posted on November 8th, 2023
With exceptional growth in membership, hosting highly successful regattas throughout the year, and consistent growth in participation across a range of club-related positions and activities, the Capricorn Coast’s Keppel Bay Sailing Club has anchored the top gong at the 2023… Read more »
Yeppoon’s Crimson Finch Brewery locks in a grand opening!
Posted on October 17th, 2023
It’s time to start working up a thirst Yeppoon… Crimson Finch Brewery will swing open its doors from midday on Friday 20th October. After more than 12 months of ‘beerstorming’, hard work and dedication, head brewer and co-founder Carl Legros… Read more »