Small Business Connect update

The Queensland Government has released a ten-year plan to address workforce shortages which would see all Queenslanders who want to work, supported into good jobs. Read more here.

Women of the Year finalists named and ready for their big night

THE Gold Coast Bulletin Women of the Year finalists are in and new category 'Stars of Tourism' features 3 Southern Gold Coast business leaders out of the 4 in the category.

The Future of Work Survey

Your chance to help CCIQ identify the future trends in Queensland's workplaces.

Department of Employment, Small Business and Training connections update

The Connections newsletter is designed to provide stakeholders with links and updates on information which is relevant to our region from the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training.

Weather the Storm. How your business can survive a disaster.

As part of Gold Coast Business Week, you are invited to participate in a Disaster Preparedness for Business forum.

Disasters, including severe weather events, cyclones, bushfires, pandemics or other natural hazard events can have a major impact on businesses.

CCIQ Pulse Report: Business performance improves in June quarter but outlook deteriorates

Overall general business conditions in Queensland improved in the June quarter, new CCIQ data shows, but record high labour and operating costs have deteriorated businesses’ confidence in the economy. Read more here on the latest results from the CCIQ Pulse Survey.

Race In To Currumbin RSL For Dad's Day

Say Cheers to Dad this Father's Day at Currumbin RSL. Take dad to his favourite place!

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary takes out the top Training Award!

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary was 1 of 11 businesses recognised at the South East Queensland 2022 Queensland Training Awards last week, taking out the region’s ‘Medium Employer of the Year’ title.

Stars line up for Lion's Long Lunch

Chris ‘Choppy’ Close, Billy Moore, Greg Inglis, Trevor ‘The Axe’ Gillmeister, Kevin Campion and Preston Campbell will headline ‘The Lion’s Long Lunch’ will be held at Seagulls Club on August 5. Proceeds from the event will help support community links and the Tom Searle scholarship program.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary 75th Anniversary Gala Dinner

The iconic Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is turning 75 this year, and to celebrate the Sanctuary is holding a Gala Dinner at The Star Gold Coast to celebrate, along with raising vital funds for conservation programs.

Currumbin Wildlife Hospital Open Day

Hospital Open Day is when the doors are opened to share the team's exceptional work to save our precious native wildlife. It's a fantastic opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look at one of the world's busiest wildlife hospitals!

Mental health first aid training for small businesses

The Wesley Mission Queensland COVID Recovery Border Community Service, funded by Queensland Health, is offering Queensland Border Community small business owners and their staff the chance to complete Mental Health First Aid Training online.

Pulse Business Survey - What does your business need to scale and grow?

CCIQ want to understand what your business needs to scale and grow, including the most significant costs impacting your business and where you see growth opportunities in the future.

Currumbin Business Feedback

The City Economy team at The City of Gold Coast, are focusing on the business community in the Currumbin precinct and want some feedback.

Department of Employment, Small Business and Training connections update

The Connections newsletter is designed to provide stakeholders with links and updates on information which is relevant to our region from the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training.

Small Business Connect

The Queensland Government has announced $39.1 million in the State Budget 2022–23 to support small businesses over the next four years to transition from recovery to growth. Read more here.

Creekfest this weekend

Currumbin RSL's annual Creekfest kicks off this weekend!

Running a business online resources

Find out about business restrictions, resources and support. Read about current business restrictions.; Find business health and safety resources including posters to encourage social distancing and good hygiene.; Use the COVID-19 business assistance finder tool to find out what support you may be eligible for.

Mental health and wellbeing resources for businesses

Online mental health checks. Use Beyond Blue's anxiety and depression checklist to work out how your feelings may have changed. Based on your responses, you'll be given information and contacts to help you take the next step in seeking support.

Leaders in League Breakfast

Beyond toughness and skill, every single player that dons a jersey in the QRLW or the NRLW is filled with passion and pride in the legacy they are creating and who they represent. Chamber Gold Sponsor Seagulls invites you to celebrate their ‘Leaders In League’ Breakfast.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary announces a new General Manager

National Trust of Australia (Queensland) has appointed Travis Couch as the new General Manager of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.

Gold Coast businesses optimistic in future of state and national economies

Gold Coast business confidence in the future of Queensland and national economies increased more than any other region, with higher economic activity helping to drive employment levels and capital expenditure.

National Retail Awards 2022 Now Open

Recongnise excellence by entering yourself or someone else into one of the 11 categories for this year's National Retail Awards.

Small Business Connect - May 2022 edition

An update provided by the State Government for small businesses advising of opportunities, grants and awards.

Apply now to start in July at SCU

Tomorrow is… your new career, your next promotion, finally starting your Masters.

Whatever you want for your tomorrow, start making it happen today at Southern Cross University.

New campaign showcases Gold Coast's playful personality

Destination Gold Coast has launched an all-out advertising blitz to convert the pent-up demand for travel into Australia’s favourite holiday playground.

Business experts wanted

Ready to share your business knowledge and give back to your community? Carers Queensland’s Be Your Own Boss – Microbusiness Program aims to empower, educate and support people with disability to create or grow their own microbusiness.

Gold Coast Economy Outlook

The Economic Outlook report is designed to provide a brief, non-technical overview of the Gold Coast’s economic performance including post-COVID recovery and growth compared to the state and national level economies. The report is supplemented with short-term forecasts of the macroeconomic drivers of the Gold Coast economy.

Changes to contractor rules in Queensland: What it means for business

Join CCIQ's webinar with Gilchrest Connell Principal, Mark Curran to learn about changes to contractor laws and what the implications are for drafting of contracting agreements.

$6.75m mental health and wellness package to mark start of Queensland Small Business Month

The Palaszczuk Government has announced as part of Queensland Small Business Month (May) a $6.75 million package to support the mental health and wellness of small business owners.

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