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Burleigh Heads to Coolangatta, Public Transport Project - Preliminary Evaluation

(Also known as Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 4 Preliminary Business Case)

April Edition - South East Region Connections Newsletter

Update from the Queensland Small Business Commissioner - March | 2024

SWELL Sculpture Festival wins Gold at the Australian Street Art Awards

With International Women’s Day fast approaching on Friday, 8th March, we hope you can join what promises to be a fantastic day of networking as we celebrate the extraordinary contribution of women throughout our community.

City of Gold Coast is putting on sale $300,000 worth of vouchers for Gold Coasters to grab a deal at food & beverage, accommodation and retail businesses in areas impacted by the December and January storm events.

Rebates for energy efficient appliances and equipment are available now to help drive down electricity consumption and costs for small-to-medium Queensland businesses.

Learn how to prepare effective capability statements and improve your chances of securing tendering opportunities in government and private sector projects.

Get ready to dive into the excitement at the Tweed Seagulls RLFC 2024 Season Launch!

We are thrilled to announce the 2024 "Walk for a Bloke," a nationwide event taking place on the 23rd of March, spanning across major cities like Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Broome, The Gold Coast, Adelaide, London, and Fort Worth, Texas.

Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 3 launching Community Fund

Help us to help Queensland businesses like yours

The Australian and Queensland Governments have announced further assistance for Queenslanders impacted by the SEQ storms on Christmas night.

New Outback Adventure Precinct at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary enters Queensland Tourism Hall of Fame!

Queensland Airport Limited's Annual Report for 2023

Update from the Queensland Small Business Commissioner - Edition 10

December edition of the South East Region Connections Newsletter

Shop, eat and drink from Broadbeach to Burleigh, spreading Christmas cheer to businesses

Youth Music Venture Showcase Concert celebrating 4 AWESOME bands ready to rock!

PLUS Veterans Music Venture

Applications for the Queensland Government Accessible Tourism Elevate Fund are now open

We need your insight to better understand business conditions in Queensland.

Business Chamber Queensland invites you to join us for this webinar, that will provide you with information about changes to business requirements for gender pay gaps reporting.

On Tuesday 21st November, DYJESBT is conducting a Reference Group event to introduce programs and services to assist businesses understand and save on their energy, water and waste costs.

October edition of the South East Region Connections Newsletter

Business Chamber Queensland member newsletter | Your business update

Update from the Queensland Small Business Commissioner - Edition 9

September quarter Pulse Survey is now open, take the survey now!

Free seminar for SMEs on selling to the Australian Government - 1 Nov, Southport

IR Reforms Bill update, plus share your insight.

Business Chamber Queensland’s new Workforce Evolve program - Free E-learning Program for Business

The first section of rail to be used by trams traveling between Broadbeach and Burleigh has arrived on the Gold Coast, ready to be installed next month.

Take the survey to contribute to better business conditions in Queensland

Transform your workforce with this FREE Workforce Evolve program, delivered in 6 fully online, flexible modules.

IR Reforms Bill introduced to the House of Representatives.

Youth Music Venture has just completed its 24th successful program at Emmanuel College [and a very great honour to be included as part of their Arts Academy]!

Business operating costs and labour costs in Queensland are at record highs, new Business Chamber Queensland Pulse data shows.

Hilary Jacobs (Past President - Southern Gold Coast Chamber of Commerce) was thrilled to present at the official event when the City of Gold Coast Council became the 46th Queensland council to become a signatory to the Small Business Friendly Councils Program.

Four Staff Members for Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Nominated for Woman of the Year Awards

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Daragh Murphy as the new CEO of the Currumbin RSL Group!

Discover the art of crafting a compelling brand that resonates with your audience. From defining your brand's essence to creating a consistent visual identity, you'll gain actionable insights to take your business to the next level.

Explore your future campus and experience all Southern Cross University has to offer at an upcoming open day.

Palm Beach Surf Club has unveiled a bold, five-year sustainability strategy, setting a new standard for environmental stewardship on the Gold Coast.

This IR Alert provides members with important details of: Upcoming IR changes: Royal Assent has occurred | Unpaid parental leave and flexible work arrangements – variation to modern awards | New product: redundancy template letter kit | Are you ready for the workplace round-up? | HR health check – do you need to check your compliance?

New funding round for Queensland’s community groups to open Monday 17th July | Grants can be used for a range of projects such as new vehicles, machinery, renovations, training, and other equipment.

Opportunities are available for local businesses to participate and support Northern NSW businesses and workforce in the flood recovery and rebuild program of works.

The Queensland Government is offering a series of cyber security webinars to Queensland businesses and stakeholders. This free webinar is the first of three.

EOFY spotlight - overdue lodgements | Small business friendly showcase | Licencing and regulations made easy | Resolution through mediation | Cyber security spotlight - malware | VET survey for small business owners

BCorp is a certification awarded to companies that meet the highest standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.

We need your insight to better understand business conditions in Queensland.

Tweed Seagulls are thrilled to announce a special event that brings together sports enthusiasts, community leaders, and longtime Tweed supporters!

Your invitation to our ‘Supporting your business mental health and wellbeing' webinar.

Volunteer applications for SWELL 2023 are now open!

EOFY checklist, tips to prioritise your goals, Refugee Week, Pride Month, and more!

This IR Alert provides members with important details of: The rationale behind the Fair Work Commission decision on its Annual Wage Review 2022-23 | The 1 July 2023 increase to superannuation guarantee payments.

Download Business Chamber Queensland's State Budget FY24 Summary Report to understand what this budget means for business.

The Hon. Cameron Dick MP, Treasurer and Minister for Trade and Investment, has launched the new Building Queensland’s Future Together: Harnessing new growth in financial services report commissioned by the Queensland Finance Council.

Get your nominations in now for the Currumbin Community Champions Awards 2023!

An update from Business Chamber Queensland regarding the State Government's recent budget announcement for FY24.