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New restrictions to take effect from 1am 29 June 2021

Restrictions in Queensland are being implemented for 11 South East Queensland local government areas from 1am on Tuesday 29 June 2021.

Nominations now open for the 2022 Australian of the Year Awards

The Australian of the Year Awards gives Queenslanders the opportunity to nominate individuals who show courage and inspire us to make our own contribution to a better Australia.

Titans and SEE Civil wearing beanies for brain cancer

The Gold Coast Titans and Chamber Gold Sponsor SEE Civil have both shown their support for the Mark Hughes Foundation ahead of the NRL's Beanie for Brain Cancer Round.

Training to become a Justice of the Peace

Ever wanted to become a Justice of the Peace? Now is your chance. Gold Coast Branch Queensland Justices Association is offering a unique opportunity to attend a face to face 3 day training program for those aspiring to become Justices of the Peace.

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Check out the latest news on all things road works, local council investment and planning. Keep up to date with what happening in the local area and plan ahead for your small business.

Division 14 Councillor Newsletter - July 2021

Read the latest news from Division 14 Councillor Gail O'Neill

Eased restrictions, COVID Safe Industry Plans removed and new checklist for events

More businesses must use the Check In Qld app, including supermarkets, beauty and personal care services, leisure and recreation facilities including gyms, campsites, caravan parks, aquariums and zoos, public facing government services, higher education institutions, adult entertainment venues, hotels and other short-term residential businesses.

2021-22 State Budget

We're keen to hear from you about your reaction to the release of the State Budget announcement. Take a quick survey so we can continue to advocate for the issues that matter to you.

Fotoforce promo

Southern Gold Coast Chamber of Commerce members are able to receive 10% off headshots through member business - Fotoforce Photography.

Business Accelerator Workshops

LVL Up Consulting, have two new business accelerator workshops that they are bringing to the Gold Coast business owners from July.

Gold Coast Holiday Dollars launch

The Palaszczuk Government will deliver 30,000 tourism vouchers to entice visitors to head to the Gold Coast as part of the next stage of Queensland’s successful Holiday Dollars program.

BUSY Ability invites you to the Launch of Employ-Ability 100 - Inclusion at Work

Did you know 1 in 5 people experience a disability in their lifetime, yet they are 30% less likely to be employed in work?

Member Spotlight: Lee's Environmental

They're proud to be an Australian owned and operated family business supplying liquid waste services since 1980. But there is something even more impressive about this new member.

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Best of Qld Experiences results released

The It’s Live! in Queensland events calendar is enjoying one of its busiest months of the year, with around 30 events across May set to bring visitors to destinations all around the state to experience our events.

Origins of Success Luncheon

Tweed Seagulls RLFC has the pleasure of inviting the community together to join us for lunch which is to be held on Friday the 11th of June 12:30PM – 2:30PM.

SOLAR PANEL SYSTEM IS DRAWN NEXT WEEK!

Want solar for your house AND the ability to support local Young Veterans for potentially only $5?

NOMINATIONS OPEN - 2021 Australian Training Awards

It's time to highlight the hard work of our students, apprentices and trainees, as well as their teachers, trainers and employers.

Division 14 Councillor Newsletter - June 2021

Read the latest news from Division 14 Councillor Gail O'Neill

2021 Safe city survey

City of Gold Coast is seeking our community’s views on safety from 27 April to 17 May, with participants getting the chance to win one of 5 x $250 Eftpos vouchers.

Tourism showing signs of recovery

We have seen green shoots of recovery for Gold Coast’s tourism sector in the second quarter of 2021. The federal governments half-price flight program is proving to be very popular with hundreds of thousands choosing to holiday here over winter.

OneStepFurther are Here To Help!

Let the team assist you by filling the gap between JobKeeper and or check out the wage subsidies of up to 50%.

Member Spotlight: Burleigh Heads Dry Cleaners & Laundry

Having been a part of the Burleigh community since 1947, this business has remained within the family since 1999. A rarity in today's modern and fast-paced world.

MEMBERS 30 SECOND SURVEY

The chamber is striving to do better and be better for our members. Let us know how by completing this 30-second members-only survey.

Review of Qld’s industrial relations laws

Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced a review of the state’s industrial relations laws, saying every worker should be safe from sexual harassment and bullying.

REMINDER: You MUST implement the Qld App for all hospitality based businesses

REMINDER: From 1 May 2021, all Queensland hospitality businesses must use the Check In Qld app when signing in patrons to their premises.

Gold Coast 2021/22 City Budget UPDATE

What should members expect from the coming 2021/22 city budget and the discussion surrounding the impending vote.

EOFY accounting has begun

As businesses begin focusing on EOFY accounting and developing next year’s budget during uncertain times, CCIQ's ecoBiz program is here to help.

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Check out the latest news on all things road works, local council investment and planning. Keep up to date with what happening in the local area and plan ahead for your small business.

REGISTER HERE for QLD Check In COVID tracing app

From 1 May 2021, all Queensland hospitality businesses must use the Check In Qld app when signing in patrons to their premises.

Where is Jann Stuckey Now? | Member Spotlight

Building her communications consultancy firm, Serving as MP for Currumbin from 2004 to 2020, and serving as a Minister in Government; Jann Stuckey may have retired but she's still a proud life member of the SGC Chamber of Commerce.

Members Communications survey

The chamber is striving to do better and be better for our members. Let us know how by completing this 30-second members-only survey.

Leadership scholarships available for women in Australia

Women & Leadership Australia is currently offering professional development scholarships for the SGC staff and members. The scholarships are open to women across Australia, and we encourage our members to partake in this opportunity.

MBA’s Charity Golf Day

The MBA Partnership has partnered with the Gold Coast Hospital Foundation to support the Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit and raise money for a lifesaving piece of equipment they desperately need, the Kanmed Bed.

President's open invitation to the Mayor

President Hilary Jacobs has written to Mayor Tom Tate to invite him to speak with members directly following the City of Gold Coast Budget delivery 2021. Read her invitation here.

Gold Coast Beach Parade - MAY 16 2021

Working to set the World Record for the world's biggest beach parade & save our city’s koalas!

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERTS 🚧

Check out the latest news on all things road works, local council investment and planning. Keep up to date with what happening in the local area and plan ahead for your small business.

Pulse Survey is now open

The March Quarter CCIQ Pulse Survey of Business Conditions is now open, and we need your voice.

Division 14 Councillor Newsletter - April 2021

Read the latest news from Division 14 Councillor Gail O'Neill

One Step Further is here to help YOU!

Not sure how? Contact the team to find out the ease of this process and if they can bring this support to your business regardless of size.

Currumbin Sanctuary see's opportunity in extension of the zoos and aquarium program

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary GM, Michael Kelly, welcomed Federal Members and Ministers as to show support for their national $1.2 billion tourism package and extension of the zoos and aquarium program by six months.

🏆 Two southern GC clubs and proud SGC Members take home gold! 🏆

Following a tough year, two SGC members have stood out as leading examples of how to adapt, change and push-on. Now Clubs Queensland have recognised them for their efforts and named them Clubs of the Year.

⚠️ HEAVY RAIN & FLOOD WARNINGS

With heavy rain happening around the Gold Coast the chamber wishes update its members on current warnings and necessary information.

2021 Gold Coast Careers Festival

Study Gold Coast are excited to announce that the 2021 Gold Coast Careers Festival is being held on Thursday to Saturday, 6-8 May 2021 at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Broadbeach.

Nominations for the 2021 Queensland Training Awards EXTENDED

Nominations for the 2021 Queensland Training Awards have been extended by one week, now closing midnight Sunday 28 March 2021.

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Fast-track construction of the light rail’s Burleigh Heads-to-the-southern border extension

Mayor Tom Tate used the recent SGC Chamber event to announce he wants to build the light rail to the airport as fast as possible.

10 Southern GC Women who #ChooseToChallenge

In honour of International Women's Day 2021, here is your list of Southern GC women who dared to #ChooseToChallenge and as an effect has shaped the Southern GC we know and love.

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Check out the latest news on all things road works, local council investment and planning. Keep up to date with what happening in the local area and plan ahead for your small business.

Division 14 Councillor Newsletter - March 2021

Read the latest news from Division 14 Councillor Gail O'Neill

Currumbin Wildlife Hospital unveils new extension

More than $300,000 has been spent extending the Currumbin Wildlife Hospital, after a record-breaking number of admissions last year.

Currumbin RSL ANZAC Day 2021 Update

As you may have heard with the recent announcements that attendance restrictions and additional requirements will be minimised based on the current environment for ANZAC Day 2021.

Queensland Government launches new check-in app for hospitality sector to stay COVIDSafe

The Queensland Government has released a new, free, check-in app making it much easier for the state’s hospitality businesses and their customers to stay COVIDSafe.

Member Spotlight: Black Diamond Modular Buildings

Black Diamond Australia is a leading provider of modular buildings, both in Australia and around the world.

Chamber member starts first of it's kind Rotary club

Rotary International District Governor, Andy Rajapakse, and Founder Club President, Zac Revere, are proud to commence a new styled action-oriented Rotary Club to be formed in Australia to focus on saving the iconic “Koala”.

HOSPITAL OPEN DAY! 🐨

On Saturday 27 February 2021, you will be personally escorted around the Hospital to learn about the medical care each animal receives. There will also be wildlife veterinary demonstrations, face painting, food stalls, giveaways and more!

Bold tourism ideas proposed for the Gold Coast that never happened

While many theme parks and novelties have been built in the past 60 years, there are plenty more that were proposed but never eventuated.

Queensland covid vaccine schedule

The Queensland Government has a plan to provide the COVID-19 vaccine to Queenslanders, working alongside the Australian Government. Check it out here.

Chamber speaks out on Facebook's news ban

President Hilary Jacobs released a statement on Thursday clearly condemning the actions of the tech giant. Read her statement here.

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