Great Keppel Island Hideaway receives major Tourism Icons Funding Boost!
The State Government has delivered $1.8 million to assist a major upgrade to Great Keppel Island Hideaway for a bistro and front of house upgrade which will significantly improve facilities for visitors to the island. This grant is one of less than ten funding projects supported in Round One ($20M) of the $80 million Tourism Icons Investment Fund over four years as part of Destination 2045.
More Speakers Announced! Major Projects & Industry Forum - Friday 18th Sep
An update on the progress of the $2 Billion Rockhampton Ring Road will be provided by the DTMR while Blueprint Livingstone will provide an overview of priority projects underway and planned including expansion of the Gateway Business and Industry Park, Capricorn Coast Homemaker Centre Stage Two, East-West Connector. Yeppoon based Keppel Eats, the largest manufacturer on the Capricorn Coast, will share exciting expansion plans on the Value Adding Facility, increasing local employment. BOOK NOW
Tune in this Saturday at 5:30pm on Channel 10 Drama to catch the Capricorn Coast back in the spotlight, as ET returns to one of Queensland’s most iconic fishing destinations for filming Series 26 of Escape Fishing With ET.
The 2026 NSW Caravan Camping Holiday Supershow, was held from 28 April to 3 May, and proved to be another valuable opportunity to showcase Rockhampton and the Capricorn Coast diverse travel experiences to a highly engaged audience.
Reminder to register for TEQ's industry webinar - Thursday 7 May
Tourism and Events Queensland’s (TEQ) 'That Holiday Feeling' campaign is being refreshed. To support the rollout, TEQ will host a webinar exclusively for operators and industry, outlining the campaign approach, how it will be activated and how to get involved.
Register for Tourism Australia’s Industry Webinar - This Friday, 8 May
Tourism Australia’s next Industry Webinar will be held on Friday, 8 May at 1pm AEST. The webinar will include the latest information and data on consumer sentiment, the aviation landscape as well as insights from their partners around the world.
Stanwell Power Station will undergo its annual planned maintenance, known as an overhaul, from late May to early August 2026, involving the shutdown of Unit 3 for detailed inspections and essential maintenance.
New investment map shines light on Northern Australia’s renewable energy pipeline
Northern Australia’s renewable energy transition is now easier to see and understand, with the launch of a new interactive Net Zero Investment Map by the Net Zero Economy Authority.
New fuel storage and refining projects to help restore fuel security
The Queensland Government is restoring Queensland’s fuel security under a plan to drill, refine and store fuel locally, with plans to unlock additional fuel storage and refining at Queensland ports.
Accessing global talent: Employer seminar - Friday 29 May Rockhampton
Migration Queensland is delivering a series of informative, targeted seminars for employers to demystify skilled migration and showcase the talent pipelines available to businesses seeking to address skills gaps in their workforce.
Iconic Southern Great Barrier Reef experience Keppel Explorer hits the market for the first time
One of the Southern Great Barrier Reef’s most celebrated tourism experiences is now on the market, with Keppel Explorer officially offered for sale for the first time since its inception.
Rockhampton Ring Road South Bridge piling commencing 12 May
The DTMR advises that bridge piling for the Rockhampton Ring Road – Rockhampton-Ridgelands Road overpass, Pink Lily will begin from Tuesday 12 May 2026.
Design+Architecture have entered the much-loved Emu Park SLSC Boatshed into the 2026 QLD Regional Architecture Awards system and they need your help to vote for the People’s Choice Award!
BEEF 2027 - Counting down to the Australian Beef Industry’s Biggest Week
Beef Australia marks 12 months to go until Beef 2027, our award winning, week-long showcase of the beef industry, taking place between the 2nd and 8th May 2027.
Businesses across Queensland are invited to share their views on current and future energy needs through your business, Your Energy Survey. The feedback collected will support future energy planning.
Building the Future of Small Business on the Capricorn Coast
Livingstone Shire (Capricorn Coast) Council is inviting local business owners, operators, and entrepreneurs to come together for an evening of connection, collaboration, and conversation at Leading Local – Building the Future of Small Business.Date: Thursday, 14 May at the Keppel Bay Sailing Club
The current fuel crisis is having a real impact across the tourism industry, and we want to understand what you’re experiencing and we're checking in with a short Pulse Survey.
Lammermoor Native Gardens Butterfly Day - Sunday, 10 May
Livingstone Shire (Capricorn Coast) Council Butterfly Day is a celebration of the region’s unique flora and fauna, bringing the community together to learn about local native species and how to create thriving habitats at home.
FREE Online Program - Building a Thriving Future for Your Business
Discover how sustainability can cut costs, build resilience and unlock new opportunities for your business. Pathways to Industry Excellence is a Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC) free online learning initiative designed to build a more sustainable, resilient, and world-leading visitor economy for Queensland.
Road to Glory Fight Night #13 at Jabiru Events Centre. Get ready for the return of the ultimate night of combat sports in Yeppoon - this is an event you don’t want to miss!
“The GKI” is one of the Fitzroy Frogs’ marquee events that invites intrepid souls to taste the magic of Great Keppel Island, 14km off the Central Queensland Coast.
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