When did Capricorn Resort Yeppoon close?

2016
The Capricorn Resort. The resort suddenly closed in 2016, while the Japanese restaurant Tsuruya and the Capricorn Golf Course remain open.

Who owns Iwasaki resort Yeppoon?

The owner, Yohachiro Iwasaki, proposed a $600m redevelopment plan in 2017 but since the announcement, there has been little progress to restore the resort. The redevelopment plans are for a five-star world class integrated eco-tourism resort with 300 rooms, a 1-2 star caravan and recreation vehicle park.

When did Rydges Yeppoon close?

Rydges managed the resort until 2011 and Accor until 2015, when it was returned to Iwasaki management. The current director of the company, Mr Iwasaki’s grandson, closed most of the facilities in 2016.

Who developed Yeppoon?

Originally developed by wealthy Japanese businessman Yohachiro Iwasaki, the resort boasted hundreds of accommodation suites, numerous bars and eateries, a Japanese garden and restaurant, a world-class golf course and a huge pool, surrounded by 9000 hectares of bush.

Is Yeppoon a good place to live?

Overall Yeppoon is a safe family place to live & depending what sort of lifestyle you are looking for will depend on if you would be happy in this little relaxed beachside town.

What is Yeppoon known for?

Yeppoon is renowned for its beaches, tropical climate, and the islands out on the bay. Twenty-five minutes from the city of Rockhampton, Yeppoon is the principal town on the Capricorn Coast, a string of seaside communities stretching more than 150 kilometres (93 mi) from north to south.

When was Iwasaki resort built?

1986
Yoshitaro Iwasaki, have continued the business. The Capricorn Resort was established in 1986 and was a major tourism destination and employer for the town of Yeppoon for several decades, employing between 300 and 350 people while operational.

Are there crocodiles at Yeppoon?

“As Yeppoon is within known ‘Croc Country’, it is important people practise ‘Crocwise’ behaviour if a crocodile is seen in their locality.” Crocwise behaviour includes: . Stay at least 5m from the water’s edge—crocodiles often hunt their prey at the water’s edge.

Does Yeppoon have an airport?

The closest airport to Yeppoon is Rockhampton airport, 45 minutes away by car.