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German Travel Writers Immerse Themselves in the Southern Great Barrier Reef
Acclaimed German travel writers Christian Haas and Matthias Stolla recently embarked on an immersive journey through the Southern Great Barrier Reef, exploring the Bundaberg, Gladstone, and Capricorn Coast regions as part of a famil supported by Tourism & Events Queensland.
Travelhome (Netherlands) Agents Discover the Capricorn Coast
As part of an emerging partnership with Dutch wholesaler Travelhome, we were excited to welcome sales agent, Rick Dierckx and his partner, who recently explored the Capricorn Coast during a broader Queensland famil. Rick’s timely visit to Queensland ensured he was able to experience some of our region’s beautiful diversity firsthand.
Caravanning and Camping along the Tropic of Capricorn
One of the most rewarding ways to explore the Tropic of Capricorn is at your own pace and within your own comforts, so, with the chaos of Christmas and New Year out of the way, it’s time to pack the van, hit the road and start your family holiday adventure! We’ve compiled a list of our destination’s best caravan parks below…
On Friday 25th April 2025, our region will host a range of Anzac Day events, offering both residents and visitors the chance to honour and remember those who served.
UpCycleCQ Inc. Valorization Framework “We see value where others see waste.”
UpCycle CQ Inc., a regional charitable social enterprise, is based on the Capricorn Coast in Yeppoon. They enable volunteers to engage in community-led renewal through applied circular economy practices that empower individuals to reimagine waste as a source of creative, economic, and social value.
Throughout May, LSC are excited to offer Building Blocks of Business Success – a dynamic program of events designed to equip local entrepreneurs, start-ups, and established small businesses with the tools, knowledge, and connections needed to thrive. LSC wanted to ensure these opportunities were accessible to all small businesses, so every event is offered FREE of charge!
Federal Member For Capricorna Reveals Election Commitments
Long standing Capricornia MP Michelle Landry continues to expand her list of election commitments for our region.
• $15 million – Rockhampton Airport’s Bay 7 expansion • $5 million for Stage 1 of the Rockhampton Airport Freight Hub •$750,000 for the Yeppoon Town Centre Revitalisation project • $5 million for Central Queensland Livestock Exchange (CQLX) Gracemere Saleyards.
Help shape the future of small business in the Livingstone Capricorn Coast Shire and take the one minute Small Business Survey to share your insights and drive positive change for local businesses. All completed surveys go in the draw to win 1 of 4 FREE Tickets to the BEAM in Business Leaders Masterclass! ($99 Value!)
Rockhampton Ring Road - Changed traffic conditions on Yaamba Road & Easter site shutdown
The Department of Transport and Main Roads advises changed traffic conditions on Yaamba Road (Bruce Highway /Rockhampton–Yeppoon Rd intersection) from mid-April 2025, as part of Rockhampton Ring Road construction. Read more for dates and details.
Business Chamber Queensland - Efficient Regulation Survey 2025
What red tape issues are impacting your business?
With both the state and federal governments focussed on addressing red tape challenges for business, now is the time to have your say on the policies and processes that impact you. Plus, by completing this survey, you will go into the draw to win a $500 Visa gift card.
Rocky Amateurs - Great Northern Brewing CO and GDL Sports Luncheon & Calcutta
Join in the fun on Friday 2nd May 2025 at 11:30 am at the Rockhampton Leagues Club for an action-packed afternoon of entertainment. This famous Archer Lunch & Calcutta is always a sell-out, and this year promises to be even bigger and better.
Alliance Française Central Queensland is delighted to invite you to its 2025 French Film Festival Friday 16 May - Sunday 18 May The Walter Reid Centre (16-17 May) The Yeppoon Cinemas (18 May)
Hoist for Hospice 2025 - Friday 16 May at JRT Yeppoon
On Friday 16 May, 10 participants will be hoisted up as high as 20 metres in the air in the work box of a crane. To come back down they must each raise at least $5,000 for Fitzroy Community Hospice to bolster the provision of palliative care and support services in Central Queensland.
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