Yeppoon is set to come alive this April with the launch of the Salty Hops Festival – the newest and most exciting addition to the Capricorn Coast’s event calendar this ultimate coastal 18+ celebration will showcase the best of craft beer Partnering with Yeppoon Surf Life Saving Club Salty Hops Festival is a celebration with a cause raising vital funds for important upgrades to support surf lifesaving services in the region Festival founder Robert McElhenny, owner of The Station 4703 Taphouse in Yeppoon said the event is a passion project aimed at celebrating the region’s growing craft beer scene while giving back to the community “Salty Hops Festival is all about bringing people together to enjoy great beer and world-class live music in one of the most spectacular coastal locations in Australia,” Rob said “We’re stoked to be partnering with Yeppoon Surf Life Saving Club ensuring that while we’re all having an incredible time we’re also contributing to a cause that’s essential for our community.” Salty Hops Festival co-founder and owner of YEPP Brewing Co emphasising the festival’s role in showcasing the best of local brewing “We’re incredibly proud to bring the Salty Hops Festival to the Capricorn Coast a celebration of everything we love about craft beer and coastal culture,” Justin said “This event will highlight the innovation and passion of our local brewers while bringing people together for an unforgettable experience.” The festival lineup boasts an impressive mix of visiting and local artists guaranteeing an unforgettable atmosphere on the beachfront Beer and spirit lovers will have the chance to experience some of the finest craft breweries and distilleries with the lineup so far including YEPP Brewing Capricorn Enterprise CEO Mary Carroll highlighted the importance of major events like Salty Hops Festival for the region’s tourism and economy and economic benefits to the Capricorn Coast reinforcing our region’s reputation as a premier destination for unique and immersive experiences,” Mary said “We are thrilled to see Rob’s vision come to life and encourage both locals and visitors to purchase their tickets early and join the celebrations.” Set against the stunning backdrop of Yeppoon’s Main Beach Amphitheatre festivalgoers can expect an impressive salute to local talent The Salty Hops Festival is proudly supported by Livingstone Shire Council Earlybird tickets are now on sale ($5 from every ticket sale will go directly to the Yeppoon Surf Life Saving Club) – Salty Hops Festival Tickets at Yeppoon Main Beach (Yeppoon, QLD) on Saturday, 12 April 2025 Stay tuned for more updates by following Salty Hops Festival on Facebook and Instagram Earlier this month, a group of our dedicated volunteers, accompanied by Katie, the VIC Supervisor, visited the Cockscombe Veterans Bush Retreat. They were warmly welcomed by the resident veterans and enjoyed a guided tour of the on-site museum. The visit… Read more » Capricorn Enterprise, the region’s peak tourism and economic development organisation, welcomes the announcement of a new recreational fossicking area in Mount Morgan, celebrating the project as a golden opportunity to grow tourism and economic activity in the historic Central Queensland… Read more » 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. Having met with Eloise at Tourism Australia’s… Read more » 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…. Read more » “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… Read more » Throughout May, Livingstone Shire (Capricorn Coast) Council 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…. Read more » Copyright © 2025 Capricorn Enterprise | Design by Almost Anything | Privacy Policy Get the latest news to your email inbox FREE The Yeppoon community turned out in large numbers to honour the fallen at this year’s Anzac Day commemorations Get an all ACCESS PASS to the News and your Digital Edition with an online subscription Get an all access pass to the News and your Digital Edition with an online subscription FIND YOUR ONE NATION CANDIDATE, LOCAL POLLING BOOTHS AND HOW-TO-VOTE CARD HERE. One Nation’s James Ashby has raised concerns over the lack of community consultation regarding the proposed troubled and disengaged youth education facility at the old TAFE site in Yeppoon With no transparency in the tender process and concerns about its location next to Yeppoon High School locals are demanding answers from officials The One Nation political party was launched on the 11th April 1997 at Ipswich by its founder 2/6-12 Boronia Rd Brisbane Airport QLD 4008 This is probably not the page you’re looking for Livingstone Shire Council has confirmed it will continue providing the Yeppoon RSL sub-branch with an annual cash sponsorship of $5000 Yeppoon Police have charged a man following break-ins at two Capricorn Coast premises in the early hours of Friday Yeppoon is set to make waves in the culinary scene with the grand opening of OFISHAL BEACHCLUB a new seafood restaurant offering an exquisite dining experience right on the Capricorn Coast Owned by the dynamic duo Tanya and Grant Lynch (owners of Vue Wine Bar & Restaurant and co-owners of Crimson Finch Brewery) this new venture promises to bring a fresh and exciting dining option to the area Located on the picturesque Yeppoon beachfront overlooking Keppel Bay OFISHAL BEACHCLUB promises to deliver fresh known for their dedication to high business standards have curated a menu that celebrates the rich bounty of the sea “From succulent oysters and prawns to perfectly grilled fish and gourmet seafood platters every dish is crafted with the freshest ingredients and culinary expertise,” Tanya said “The restaurant’s commitment to sustainability ensures that all seafood is responsibly sourced supporting local fisheries and the environment.” OFISHAL BEACHCLUB offers an unforgettable dining experience where guests can enjoy their meals on the spacious outdoor terrace feeling the ocean breeze while savouring delicious seafood delicacies The interior of the restaurant is designed to reflect the coastal charm of Yeppoon with a modern twist that adds to the welcoming and relaxed ambiance OFISHAL BEACHCLUB will swing open its doors for the first time on Friday and invite the community to embrace the newest addition to Yeppoon’s dining scene “We are currently taking bookings from this Friday and cannot wait to welcome visitors and locals to experience the Club,” Tanya said “OFISHAL BEACHCLUB is the long-awaited missing piece that the Capricorn Coast has been craving and we are so proud to deliver a business that the community has desired.” Capricorn Enterprise CEO Mary Carroll congratulates Tanya which will further enhance the Capricorn Coast and Southern Great Barrier Reef’s ‘foodie’ scene “The opening of new businesses like OFISHAL BEACHCLUB is vital for the continued growth and vibrancy of the Capricorn Coast,” Mary said “These ventures not only create job opportunities and support local producers but also enhance the region’s appeal as a premier destination for both residents and visitors.” “We are thrilled to welcome this new seafood sensation to Yeppoon and look forward to the positive impact it will have on our community.” OFISHAL BEACHCLUB will join the Taste Capricorn Coast initiative highlighting the unique culinary identity of the Capricorn Coast Livingstone Shire Council has said 'cheers' to a new microbrewery and hotel next to The Station at Yeppoon Queensland’s reputation often hinges on its surf beaches yet there’s an overlooked side that offers low-traffic streets and relaxed riverfront cafés without the permanent holiday crowds Our selection of the seven best places to retire in Queensland highlights towns that have flown under the radar yet offer enough infrastructure for modern living Whether you’ve had a taste of farm life and want more or you can’t resist a waterfront boardwalk these destinations align small-town comfort with natural wonder Maryborough is located on the Mary River in the Fraser Coast region The town was established in 1847 and served as a major immigration port The Maryborough heritage precinct on Wharf Street displays restored colonial structures linked to shipping and trade A statue dedicated to her Mary Poppins character stands near City Hall Maryborough Hospital on Walker Street provides regional healthcare services Visitors explore Brennan & Geraghty’s Store Museum on Lennox Street for preserved 19th-century merchandising Diners frequent Portside Café & Restaurant for lunch specials Coffee is served at Alowishus Delicious near Richmond Lane The Mary Poppins statue draws photography enthusiasts every morning The Maryborough City Hall tours highlight artwork and historic collections The Bond Store offers heritage displays connected to rum trading Maryborough’s weekly markets on Adelaide Street supply local produce and crafts Riverside living and established walking trails attract retirees seeking mild weather and minimal congestion located in the Wide Bay-Burnett region of Queensland is rich in gold mining history since its significant gold discovery in 1867 The Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum on Brisbane Road preserves this rich history The town is also close to the heritage-listed Mary Valley known for its dense forests and freshwaters Gympie Hospital on Henry Street serves the healthcare needs of the community The town center boasts attractions such as the historic Gympie Town Hall and the Lake Alford Recreation Area which offers golden opportunities for picnicking and bird-watching Culinary experiences are ample; Emilia's Cafe on Mary Street is popular for its robust coffee and homemade cakes The Gympie Regional Gallery on Nash Street exhibits works by regional artists and hosts regular workshops For those interested in outdoor activities the nearby Cooloola Recreational Area provides access to the Cooloola Great Walk Yeppoon is situated on the Capricorn Coast overlooking the Coral Sea and Great Keppel Island Its origins as a small seaside village have transitioned into a thriving coastal community while retaining a rich heritage linked to the Kanomi tribe and early European settlers The Capricorn Coast Historical Society at the Yeppoon Railway Station on James Street preserves artifacts from these periods The Capricorn Coast Hospital on Hoskyn Drive ensures comprehensive healthcare services Beaman Park offers landscaped gardens and sea views locals frequent Flour café on Normanby Street for specialty coffee and artisan pastries while The Waterline Restaurant on Keppel Bay Marina is noted for its seafood and marina views The Mill Gallery on Normanby Street hosts contemporary art exhibitions and workshops Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy Appleton Park for its barbecue facilities and proximity to the beach Regular markets at the Yeppoon Showgrounds feature local crafts and produce Bargara is located on the southern coast of Queensland Bargara houses basalt formations and rocky shores alongside sandy beaches The town has evolved from a simple sugar-growing area into a bustling coastal hub Bargara's growth is partly due to its appeal to retirees and holidaymakers alike The Friendly Society Private Hospital in nearby Bundaberg ensures access to medical services The Bargara Brewing Company on Tantitha Street provides local craft beer tastings Kacy's Restaurant on The Esplanade offers ocean views and fresh seafood Neilson Park is popular for its protected swimming area and nearby picnic facilities The Mon Repos Turtle Centre to the north offers unique wildlife experiences with seasonal turtle hatching tours Golf enthusiasts frequent the Bargara Golf Club on Miller Street for its well-maintained greens and clubhouse facilities The Bargara Market at the Bargara Beach Caravan Park presents local produce and crafts on Sundays known primarily for its significant role in Australia’s wool and grain industries featuring well-preserved sandstone buildings such as the Warwick Town Hall and St Warwick Hospital on Locke Street provides local healthcare services The Warwick Historical Society Museum on Dragon Street offers insights into the local heritage with its collection of artifacts and photographs Food enthusiasts visit the Belle Vue Cafe on Palmerin Street for its renowned scones and tea while the Cherry Tree Coffee and Dining on Fitzroy Street serves a robust menu featuring local produce Leslie Park in the town center is a favored spot for its serene gardens and war memorials Warwick also hosts the annual Warwick Rodeo attracting visitors with its title of one of the oldest rodeo competitions in Australia Kingaroy is renowned as the peanut capital of Australia located in the heart of the South Burnett Region of Queensland This town’s identity is closely tied to its peanut industry with the iconic Peanut Silos standing as a testament to its agricultural significance Kingaroy also played a pivotal role as the electoral base for Sir Joh Bjelke-Petersen The Kingaroy Hospital on Markwell Street ensures local and surrounding communities have access to medical services Kingaroy offers a variety of attractions catering to its residents and visitors located at the town’s visitor information centre displays exhibits related to the region’s agricultural and political history Gourmets frequent the Explorers Restaurant at Burke & Wills Motor Inn on Kingaroy Street for its local cuisine Memorial Park provides well-maintained green spaces and is a popular venue for local events and ceremonies The Kingaroy Observatory near Geoff Ralph Drive offers stargazing sessions located at the confluence of the North and South Johnstone Rivers is a regional town in Far North Queensland Its proximity to the Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics of Queensland marks it as a significant ecological hotspot The town's architectural landscape is defined by its Art Deco buildings These structures contribute to Innisfail's unique character and historical narrative Innisfail Hospital on Alice Street provides essential healthcare services to the community preserves local artifacts and historical records Food lovers frequent Roscoe's Piazza on Edith Street for its renowned pizza The Innisfail Botanical Gardens provide a tranquil setting for leisurely walks amid native flora and fauna The Warrina Lakes Park also offers a scenic environment with a large pond and ample space for picnics and recreational activities the Innisfail Golf Club on Mourilyan Road offers a challenging course for golf enthusiasts these seven corners of Queensland each hold their own allure for retirees seeking budget-friendly lifestyles or the chance to meet locals who value community Queensland’s lesser-known towns continue to gain traction among retirees who prefer laid-back living combined with fulfilling recreational activities Potential newcomers find well-maintained hospitals scenic road trips to neighboring attractions Queensland’s hidden treasures never cease to surprise even lifelong residents everywhere photos and original descriptions © 2025 worldatlas.com Emu Park’s women made an early statement in 2025 with a thunderous win on their home turf A Queensland hoarder house that is being consumed by nature has hit the market just 450m from the beach the ramshackle residence has three bedrooms and one bathroom It is being marketed by Yeppoon Coast Real Estate agent Jason Campbell and is for sale by expressions of interest “Call it a diamond in the rough as to say it needs some work is an understatement there is a house on the site which has been unused for a long period and would suit a builder or renovator,” the listing says adding it is a “very rare find” for the Yeppoon market “For the first time on market this will be a highly sought after property positioned in such a tightly held area close to all amenities.” Within easy walking distance to Yeppoon’s main street it could even “more suited to a redevelopment site” Inside shows a jumpbled mess of boxes and rubbish Everything inside the house is part of the sale Outside photographs shows vines swallowing the house a precarious-looking shed and overgrown gardens galore “The last chap who lived there passed away so it has been vacant for about 12 months,” Mr Campbell said “He didn’t actually own it but was allowed to live there by the family who do own it Mr Campbell said the man was a “bit of a hoarder” adding the man’s family had attended to take some personal items “I have only just been inside recently and there is a whole lot of stuff there “I’ve had a lot of inquiry from people who live locally and know the history of the property “It has always been overgrown and nobody has really gone beyond the fence.” MORE: Where you can invest for under $500k Power and water is still connected to the property Mr Campbell said one of the properties key attractions was its location He said that unlike other areas close to the city there were no hills to climb to get around “It is on 630sq m and its a flat walk to town,” he said He said he had also received inquiries from potential buyers looking to either renovate or detonate the existing structure “The Yeppoon property market has increased dramatically over the past four years so people are looking for opportunities and land,” he said The latest REA Market Trends Report for November shows that the median house price in Yeppoon is now $643,500 up 46.2 per cent in three years and 78.8 per cent in five years third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd. 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The Capricorn Coast’s iconic Keppel Bay Sailing Club is back unveiling its stunning transformation into a world-class conference and entertainment hub on the Yeppoon beachfront Thanks to a $20 million investment delivered by Federal Member for Capricornia the redevelopment delivered hundreds of jobs during construction and will now provide over 50 ongoing local jobs Ms Landry hailed the Keppel Bay Sailing Club’s redevelopment as a game-changer for the Capricorn Coast positioning the region as a premier destination for large-scale conferences and sailing events “This state-of-the-art facility is a huge win for our community showcasing the Capricorn Coast on the national stage and creating valuable job opportunities for locals “My $20 million investment in this project is more than funding; it’s a boost to our local economy ensuring the region stays competitive and continues to grow its business and tourism sectors “I congratulate the Keppel Bay Sailing Club on this exciting chapter in the Club’s history,” Ms Landry said Capricorn Enterprise CEO Mary Carroll said Capricorn Enterprise identified the need for conference facilities as one of their Regional Priority Projects when Capricorn Enterprise was formed in 2010 $20 Million funding was announced in April 2019 by our Member for Capricornia Michelle Landry and Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack Ms Carroll said “I sincerely commend the Keppel Bay Sailing Club and our Federal Member for Capricornia in responding to this need and I am very proud of our Organisation’s advocacy efforts to help bring this dream to a reality.” “This amazing conference and sporting hub facility will most certainly attract more business and sporting travellers to the Capricorn Coast and we now need additional accommodation as we already saw the overflow of visitors from Yeppoon to Rockhampton during the 2024 Youth Sail QLD Championships.” “We are very excited to be holding the sellout Best in Business Awards at the Keppel Bay Conference Centre on Friday 29th November at this magnificent facility.” Construction Begins for Capricorn Coast Conference Centre | Capricorn Enterprise The end of an era for Keppel Bay Sailing Club’s Clubhouse Keppel Bay Sailing and Convention Centre jumps significant hoop securing local, award-winning architect $20M Keppel Bay Convention Centre on track Keppel Bay Convention and Sporting Hub receives $20 Million commitment! 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A Facebook post about a local $1.2 million Saturday Gold Lotto win sparked a moment of pure excitement for a […] Linda Weedon's day-to-day involved working in finance and managing staff in the banking sector All articles from our website & appThe digital version of This Week's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other agricultural news sites in your areaContinueToday her day may look as different as picking or packing tropical fruit painting artwork of people's beloved pets or dropping off pieces to a local gallery The Yeppoon local had a 20-year career in finance dabbling in art as a hobby in her spare time before she and her husband decided to quit their jobs and travel Australia we (Linda and her husband Adrian) decided to travel Australia to see what there was to see," Ms Weedon said "We decided to quit our jobs and sell up everything and headed off into the sunset with a four-wheel-drive Ms Weedon found people who were interested in commissioning art pieces from her "As I was working on pieces outside in caravan parks and campgrounds people would come up to me and ask more and more for that kind of work," Ms Weedon said Many of Linda's pieces are inspired by pets like this piece of Frank Finger and Annie the Kelpie and as that started to blossom I saw the opportunity in it for me to supplement our income as we went; as well as the fact that I loved doing it so the fact that somebody to pay me to do what I was doing was brilliant." Ms Weedon started connecting with more clients through Facebook where she built up a community; and now averages around 80 to 100 commissions a year "My main body of work [now] is pet portraiture I still enjoy experimenting with different styles and mediums but I'd say most of my art is nature-inspired," she said the Weedons found themselves comparing towns to Yeppoon "Ultimately we made the decision that if we're comparing everything to Yeppoon we should probably just move back to Yeppoon." Rather than return to their corporate jobs approaching tropical fruit farms around Yeppoon for casual work during harvest season Many of Linda's painting commissions are of peoples pets- but she still loves to paint animals for fun but it was more of a desire to try something new and not return to our previous jobs," Ms Weedon said "We started working here just as a job to replenish our savings which neither of us had done before in our corporate jobs The Weedon's now work year-round at Groves Grown Tropical Fruit outside of Yeppoon where they do everything from picking and packing mangoes and we moved back here for lifestyle reasons," Ms Weedon said as well as the flexibility to do my artwork when and as I need to do it Working manual labour also grants Linda the headspace to come up with creative ideas and said her art is often influenced by nature Linda Weedon worked closely with the Maryvale community when creating the concept for the fire shed mural I went through a period of being really into painting cows and cows interacting with dogs as well; I was really inspired by the local industry up here Linda has also recently completed her largest piece to date - a mural on the roller doors of the Maryvale Rural Fire Brigade "[The family I work for] are very heavily involved in the Maryvale Fire Brigade and they're quite welcoming too to outsiders," Ms Weedon said "We've been to a couple of events at the fire shed and was approached with the idea of painting a mural on the fire shed and it was something I was really excited about." The art takes up 24 square metres over three roller doors showing different historical eras of fire-fighting "They [the community] were quite clear on what was important to be included in the artwork but didn't know what the artwork was going to be "I learnt a lot; I learnt painting in 30-plus degree heat with acrylic paints You have to work quickly or be prepared to mix paint over and over and over again The added challenge of painting over corrugated tin hasn't dissuaded Ms Weedon from painting future murals and she is also working towards a joint exhibition in Yeppoon this June "What I really enjoyed about this artwork was engaging with the community I feel there was an additional layer of satisfaction doing it in the community," she said Melanie is a Queensland Country Life journalist based in Mackay, north Queensland, but covers regional and rural yarns from around the state. 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