Keppel Sands, Queensland

Keppel Sands is a town on the Capricorn Coast of Queensland, Australia. It is within the local government area of Shire of Livingstone, but, between 2008 and 2013, it was within the Rockhampton Region. At the 2011 census, Keppel Sands had a population of 333.GeographyKeppel Sands is the southernmost town on the Capricorn Coast. The town is located in the Livingstone Shire Council local government area, 676km north west of the state capital, Brisbane.Separated by Coorooman Creek from the larger towns of Emu Park and Yeppoon to the north, Keppel Sands is a charming village-style township centred on fishing and holiday making. Facilities in Keppel Sands include a hotel, caravan park, motel, Australia Post outlet, local store, and two boat ramps. The Coast Guard are located at Pumpkin Creek at the southern edge of the town.Keppel Sands is home to many retirees and is a popular location for fishing and crabbing.HistoryOriginally known as Sandhills, Keppel Sands has long been a popular beach to visit for people from Rockhampton and the surrounding area. Over the years beach huts and weekenders gradually gave way to the more permanent housing of today. Boarding houses were popular until the road improved and daytripping to the beach became possible. The Savoy Theatre was a place for both movies and dances.