Great Keppel Island - Future Potential Forum

Great Keppel Island’s current and future operations is the most frequently asked question to Capricorn Enterprise from businesses and the broader community.  So we are pleased to host this forum for our Members and guests to explore the future potential of Great Keppel Island.

Swap the Office for an Island: Pumpkin Island Launches Corporate Christmas Party Packages

Forget the traditional office Christmas party! Pumpkin Island is inviting Central Queensland businesses to swap their desks for sandy shores, with the launch of exclusive island escape packages this November.

Pumpkin Island two night summer getaways now on offer 

Pumpkin Island is offering locals five opportunities to enjoy a two-night island getaway this November and December.

Available two-night getaway dates:
•    6–8 November 2026
•    13–15 November 2026
•    21–23 November 2026
•    27–29 November 2026
•    4–6 December 2026

Ferry 10 Pass, 10 x Return Transfers - Keppel Ferry Co.

10 Pass return ferries are now available with huge savings. Perfect for regular island visitors, weekend escapes and even better its just in time for summer. 

Capricorn Coast builds international connections

Last week, Capricorn Enterprise proudly completed 76 face to face appointments, training 207 international travel agents on the Capricorn Coast region, at Tourism Australia’s G’day Australia 2026.

The future of women in business

Join the Future of Women in Business Report launch over breakfast in Rockhampton on Tuesday 10 November 2026. 

The Power of AI For Your Business 

Tourism operators can boost their digital skills and discover how AI can simplify operations, enhance marketing and save time.

Could your business be welcoming more visitors?

Discover simple, affordable ways to make your tourism business more accessible in this free online workshop for QTIC members. 

QLD Tourism Week 26

Kicking off Tourism Week, DestinationIQ brings together First Nations tourism leaders and industry innovators to explore fresh opportunities for Queensland tourism.

Exercise Wallaby 2026

The Singapore Armed Forces’ annual Exercise Wallaby has reached its halfway point, with training progressing well across Central Queensland.  

Have Your Say

Rising energy costs and infrastructure challenges continue to impact QLD businesses. This quarter’s Pulse Survey explores electricity costs, reliability and opportunities for improvement. 

Strong Interest in CQ Gas-Fired Power

All 10 qualified proponents have submitted proposals to deliver new gas-fired power generation in Central Queensland.

$2.4B Housing Infrastructure Fund 

Builders, councils and utility providers can apply for a share of $2.4 billion to support infrastructure for over 50,000 new homes, including 20,500 for first-home buyers.

Help grow and support your business

Explore Queensland Government workshops, tools and resources to build skills, connect with industry and discover new business opportunities.

Tourism Reef Protection Initiative

Now in its fifth year, the Tourism Reef Protection Initiative continues to support Reef conservation, with 23 tourism operators monitoring Reef health across 25 stewardship sites. Locally this work is delivered by Keppel Dive & Watersports.

Trivia Night

Join the fun on Friday 30 Oct for trivia, music bingo, prizes and fundraising! Doors open at 5:45pm, with trivia from 6:30pm. Drinks and food included.  

A Spooky Sunday

Come and get spooked at Archer Park Rail Museum, (who knows what ghosts are hanging around); go on a spooky scavenger hunt and there are prizes to be won!

Join the Walk n Talk Collective

Men's walk promoting connection and wellbeing this Mental Health Month. Saturday 24 October, from 7am at Keppel Bay Sailing Club, Yeppoon.