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Stay informed with the latest industry news, developments, and opportunities across our region, bringing you up-to-date, relevant insights covering tourism, business, major projects, and economic growth—helping you stay ahead in an ever-evolving landscape. 

Capricorn Enterprise Unveils ‘Queensland’s Greatest 100km Road Trip’ Campaign

Capricorn Enterprise has hit the accelerator with the launch of ‘Queensland’s Greatest 100km Road Trip.’ Kicking off today, this eight-week digital campaign is designed to entice families and road-tripping couples from Southeast Queensland and Northern NSW to embark on the ultimate scenic adventure. In partnership with News Corp Ltd, the campaign spotlights the breathtaking Capricorn Coast Tourist Drive, stretching from Rockhampton through Yeppoon, Emu Park, Byfield, and out to the spectacular Keppel Bay Islands. 

French ITO My Dream Adventures explores the Capricorn Coast Region and Southern Great Barrier Reef

My Dream Adventures, a boutique French Inbound Tour Operator (ITO) catering to all French-speaking markets, including the French expat community, recently embarked on their annual team-building retreat for their full team of eight specialists, across the Capricorn Coast, Southern Great Barrier Reef destination.

New Southern Great Barrier Reef Itinerary Launched by Best of Travel Group, Germany

Capricorn Enterprise is excited to announce the launch of a brand-new itinerary by German Wholesale Travel Agent, Best of Travel Group, as part of a dedicated paid Southern Great Barrier Reef advertising campaign, shared with neighbouring SGBR regions, Gladstone and Bundaberg, and Tourism and Events Queensland Europe.

Domestic and International Visitors Increase to Capricorn Coast Region – Year Ending December 2024

Tourism Research Australia has released it’s NVS (National Visitor Survey) and IVS (International Visitor Survey) data to the year ending December 2024.

Capricorn Enterprise, the region’s peak tourism and economic development organisation is very pleased with the results but highlights an urgent need for new commercial accommodation.

Capricorn Coast Visitor Information Centre Visits Yeppoon’s Newest Caravan & Camping Retreat

Last week, a group of our dedicated volunteers, along with our wonderful Supervisor Katie from the Capricorn Coast Visitor Information Centre, had the pleasure of visiting Yeppoon’s newest caravan and camping retreat – Elysium Retreat & Stays. Our volunteers thoroughly enjoyed the visit and are excited to share their first-hand experience with our visitors looking for a great place to stay and explore our region.

Unleash the Power of Storytelling with Cinefly Tourism – Now with a Filmmaker on Location!

Are you ready to transform your tourism business and captivate your audience like never before? Cinefly—winner of the Advance Queensland Enhanced Visitor Experience Challenge—is empowering Queensland tourism and events businesses with unlimited, AI-powered video creation. This exclusive opportunity is fully funded by the Queensland Government through the Tourism Business Digital Adaption Program, and comes at no cost to you. Now, Cinefly is taking it a step further. They will send a professional filmmaker on location to help you capture your story and show you how to get the most out of Cinefly.

Capricorn Coast Marine Community: Turtle Rehabilitation Center Project – get involved!

Capricorn Coast Marine Community is a small nonprofit organization dedicated to building a Turtle Rehabilitation Center at Causeway Lake on the Capricorn Coast. Their mission is to work alongside both state and local governments and the wider community to provide a safe, educational space for marine life conservation. A go fund me page has been set up to seek donations for this invaluable project -  

https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-our-local-turtle-rehabilitation-center

Federal Member For Capricorna Reveals $27 Million Election Commitments

With the Federal election announced for Saturday 3rd May, Member for Capricornia Michelle Landry has revealed her major election commitments for our region.

Budget support for the visitor economy

The Federal Budget 2025–26, delivered on 25 March, included multiple measures supporting the long-term sustainable growth of the visitor economy. Some key points were. 

Stanwell Power Station Community Partnership Fund

Stanwell is pleased to advise that the Stanwell Power Station Community Partnership Fund will be accepting applications from Tuesday, 1 April 2025 until Sunday, 11 May 2025. 

New CEO to lead Tourism and Events Queensland  

The Queensland Government has announced the appointment of respected tourism executive Craig Davidson as the new Chief Executive Officer of Tourism and Events Queensland.  

2025-26 Federal Budget: A tourism summary

The 2025–26 Federal Budget was handed down last week and has delivered limited direct investment for Australia’s tourism sector. Most initiatives are broadly targeted at cost-of-living relief, housing, healthcare, education, and the economy.

Fresh look for Manufacturing Skills Queensland to fix skills shortage

Manufacturing workforce set to benefit through groundbreaking opportunities to upskill and train at TAFE Centre of Excellence and satellite precincts in regional Queensland.  

New direction for construction skills and workforce development group  

A new Construction Skills Group has been formed. The new directors will join industry and employee representatives to oversee the training body, as the Government continues to tackle skills shortage, cut red tape and make housing more affordable. 

Major Federal funding injection for regional Health Sciences Academy 

The Queensland Government has struck a deal with the Albanese Government for an $80 million Federal funding contribution towards the establishment of a new Academy for Health Sciences in Rockhampton. 

Great Western Hotel - Get ready to feel the power of PBR - This weekend!

The toughest cowboys. The rankest bulls. The ultimate battle of man vs. beast - Don’t miss the adrenaline-charged action at PBR Australia on April 4th & 5th! Grab your tickets now!

Rockynats 05! This Weekend: 4-6 April

It's on and it's gonna be lit! Queensland's largest, loudest, lairiest car and bike festival returns to Rockhampton with burnouts, drifting, drag racing and more!

Livingstone Youth Action Group to Host Coastal Youth Festival: Beach Beats! 8 April 25

Livingstone Capricorn Coast Shire Council is proud to support the Livingstone Youth Action Group in delivering an exciting new event, Coastal Youth Festival: Beach Beats, as part of the 2025 Queensland Youth Week celebrations.