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Iconic Sanctuary Markets to open on the first friday of winter

On Friday 5th June, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary welcomes back the locals with the return of the iconic Sanctuary markets.

Time to rethink with Southern Cross University

There's never been a better time to reset with a flexible Southern Cross University degree.

St. Helens Bar & Kitchen: Almost ready to welcome you back

While Chef Jess tinkers with the menu and Front of House Manager Brendan sets the tables, locals wait patiently for a chance to get back into everyone's favourite bar & grill.

SGC President takes a stand on QLD border

As the call to open Queensland’s borders amplifies, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ) and SGC President Hilary Jacobs calls to open travel to support local businesses.

Gold Coast March PULSE Survey results are in and it’s not pretty

The latest Suncorp Pulse Survey for the March Quarter shows that business confidence and conditions for Queensland and on the Gold Coast are now at their lowest levels ever recorded with the worst not yet being realised.

Compliance made easy

If you are looking to re-open your doors, here is a simple break down of what's required to be compliant with all Queensland Government regulations.

NEW Small Business COVID-19 Grant

The Palaszczuk Queensland Government has announced $100 million in grants and training.

Adapting to improve your deliveries through COVID-19

Australia Post is working hard to move more parcels for you and your customers during these challenging times. We’re currently processing over 2 million parcels every day which is even than our busiest period at Christmas.

The road to recovery with Mylestones Employment

Employers are now on the front lines of the recovery phase, here is how you can help with rising unemployment.

Three Southern Gold Coast businesses team up to spread the word to trade

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary together with Southern Gold Coast partners, Tropical Fruit World and Jellurgal Aboriginal and Cultural Centre have put together a Southern Gold Coast shout out to tourism industry trade to let them know that even though you can’t travel right now, that they are all still thinking of them.

How your training standards could attract future customers with help from Ignite Education

We all knew training was important internally, now it's vital externally in these unprecedented times.

PBC re-opens to record attendence

Where the usual student groans at the idea of another day at school, PBC is recording record attendances in their first week back.

TAFE Queensland offers business support and upskilling opportunities

TAFE Queensland offers excellent opportunities to support your business and to upskill your staff as part of its COVID-19 response.

Currumbin RSL update on trading

A message to all their members and guests in regards to the impact of the government's recently released recovery roadmaps.

CWS plays staring role in Tourism Australia's latest campaign

'Live from Aus' brought some of Australia’s best tourism offerings ‘live’ into the living rooms of hundreds of thousands of Australians. It highlighted the best that Australian tourism has to offer, from Australia’s unique culture to stunning natural beauty, world class food and drink and exceptional wildlife.

Currumbin State MP Laura Gerber shares her views on all things Southern Gold Coast

Newly elected Currumbin State MP Laura Gerber talks to SGC Chamber Board Member Michael Kelly about her thoughts on the Southern Gold Coast and how she plans on helping small business.

QTIC expands its endorsed Micro-Credentials program

The Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC) endorsed micro-credentials offers alternative current skilling solutions that provides direct benefit to tourism and hospitality businesses, and their workforce.

Palm Beach SLSC: Now is the time to come together.

Palm Beach SLSC is encouraging business to connect in order to learn and sustain.

Sun Gold Coast: Focused on the journey ahead

Sun Gold Coast's response to Covid-19: rise to the occasion.

Global Wave Conference 2020 Achieves Stoke Certification

The 6th biennial Global Wave Conference held in February 2020 at Southern Cross University in Bilinga has become the first Australian event to be STOKE certified.

Division 14 Councillor Newsletter - May 2020

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

Currumbin Wildlife Hospital Virtual Benefit 2020

This year the Currumbin Wildlife Hospital Foundation invites all SGC member businesses to a first of its kind – 2020 Virtual Benefit Under the Stars.

The Surf Club Coolangatta: Prepared to adapt

From learning how to cook, getting your monday motivation or keeping up with your CPR Refresher: there is a lot to learn from The Surf Club Coolangatta and its response to current times.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary reopens iconic Sanctuary Cafe

While many businesses have closed their doors, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has found an innovative way to keep their doors open and continue their support for flora and fauna.

Introducing Zac Revere

Meet our latest and newest addition to the team who will help build community awareness of your business.

Council elections return Division 13 and 14 Councillors

Polling day for the council elections was held on Saturday 28th of March with both Division 13 and 14 returning the sitting Councillors.

Major road and rail projects push ahead to boost economy

Thousands of jobs will be created as work begins on major Gold Coast infrastructure projects including the light rail and Coomera Connector.

Destination Gold Coast releases strategy to recover tourism

Our peak tourism body Destination Gold Coast has commenced the strategy on bringing visitors back to our famous Gold Coast.

Why isolate, when you can isolearn?

During this period of hibernation, there is no better time to start learning, acquire a new skill, or try something different. For employers, a fully funded option to upskill your workforce during this time.

Gold Coast Artist Rules the Renovation on Houses Rules

Award winning portrait artist Jeska Valk creates stunning work for the latest episode of House Rules airing on Channel 7.

Currumbin RSL ANZAC Day 2020

The iconic ANZAC Day Dawn Service won’t be held this year at Elephant Rock, but they are pleased to advise that Currumbin RSL will be streaming a pre-recorded mid-morning service at 11am through social channels.

Virtual Benefit Under the Stars - helping save our local wildlife!

COVID-19 crisis invites creativity - Currumbin Wildlife Hospital Foundation invites you to celebrate the 2020 Benefit Under the Stars - a virtually charged global event!

Help promoting your business during COVID-19

Our Chamber of Commerce is made up of like minded business owners and we want to help your business get some messaging out to our members and friends about the great things that you are doing.

Will the Government’s Special COVID-19 Protections for Residential Tenants protect you?

As the owner of an investment property in Queensland, if you are not already aware of the Palaszczuk Government’s proposed Special COVID-19 Protections for residential tenants and landlords, The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) wants to ensure you understand them.

Pacific Motorway (M1) Varsity Lakes to Tugun Upgrade

A briefing was provided to residents and businesses from Transport & Main Roads about the Pacific Motorway (M1) Varsity Lakes to Tugun Upgrade

Chamber membership fees extended by 6 months

The Board of the Southern Chamber of Commerce extends its best wishes to those of you being affected during these challenging times. Many businesses are doing it tough, so now more than ever we need to support each other to get through the difficult months and even years ahead.

Jonathan Fisher appointed as CEO of Binna Burra Lodge

The Board of the National Trust of Australia (Queensland) has announced the departure of CEO Jonathan Fisher after 12 years of service beginning at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and over the last 6 years as CEO of the National Trust of Australia (Queensland).

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