CCIQ Quarterly Pulse Survey now open - Have you business voice heard
CCIQ’s December Pulse Survey is now open!
CCIQ Relaunch Marks New Era in Queensland Business
We have a new name, new brand and new services designed to ensure Queensland businesses have more opportunities to learn, connect and thrive.
CCIQ Webinar: Understanding New Family & Domestic Violence Paid Leave Entitlements
Understand how to protect your business from risk, comply with new rules, and create a safe work environment for your team with CCIQ's free webinar: Understanding new family and domestic violence paid leave entitlements.
Celebrating Volunteer Week: How We Saved 15 Lives in One Day!
As part of Volunteer Week, the Southern Gold Coast Chamber of Commerce (SGCCC) board members, in collaboration with Volunteering Gold Coast, joined forces to support the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood’s urgent call.
Chamber Announces First Life Members
Creek to Creek Chamber of Commerce President Darren Mackintosh has congratulated the Chamber’s first ever Life Members at the 2012 annual awards night.
“The Creek to Creek Chamber (C2C) is pleased to announce its inaugural Life Members, the Honourable Jann Stuckey MP and Roger Campbell,” Mr Mackintosh said.
Chamber Leaders Out and About
In August, our chamber leaders have been actively engaging with the community, solidifying partnerships that are vital to our region's growth and prosperity.
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”.
Chamber President calls for common sense
Having only been reappointed as President in early September, Hilary Jacobs has hit the ground running as she calls on local candidates to 'fess up' on their stance regarding restrictions.
Chamber's Board undertakes strategy session for year ahead
Last week our Chamber's board members completed a half day strategy meeting on the year ahead for Southern Gold Coast businesses.
Chamber Seeks to Delay Palm Beach Australia Post Office Closure
The Palm Beach business community has their say as The Creek to Creek Chamber of Commerce put forward a request to Australia Post to halt plans for immediate closure of Post Office and boxes.
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.
Chamber Speaks Up About Transport Infrastructure
The weekend Gold Coast Bulletin (Saturday March 6) featured an interview with Chamber President Darren Mackintosh about the recent sidelining of the proposed rail extension into the Southern Gold Coast
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.
Changes to JobKeeper program
Find out about the latest changes to the Federal Governments JobKeeper program including a change to the minimum age for certain eligable employees.
Changes to Payroll from 1 July 2021
Are you aware of changes that are applicable to payroll from the start of this new financial year? *
Changes to Queensland workers compensation laws
Last year there were some changes to the Queensland workers compensation system because of amendments to the Workers Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003 (Qld). A second raft of changes, many of which could affect your business, will come into force next week on 1 July 2020.
Charity Duck Race - 3rd November 2024
Will you accept the challenge? Join Us in Making a Splash for a Great Cause!
Charity Duck Race - Supporting victims of domestic violence!
It’s time to get your ducks in a row and join the fight against local domestic violence.
Check In Qld app mandatory from 9 July for a range of businesses and venues
Under the current Restrictions on Businesses, Activities and Undertakings Direction (No. 21), it will become mandatory for a range of businesses, venues and other organisations to collect customer information through the Check In Qld app from this Friday 9 July.
CHECK OUT Mayor Tom Tate's address to members
Did you miss our 'Post Budget Luncheon'? Check out Mayor Tom Tate's address to members here.
Christmas Challenge Supports Southern Gold Coast Businesses
Member for Currumbin and Minister for Small Business, Hon Jann Stuckey MP and Member for Burleigh, Michael Hart MP are challenging residents to participate in the 100% Local Christmas Challenge.
Christmas Events on the Southern Gold Coast
Bring your family and friends and join in on some festive fun at these wonderful Christmas events happening across our community.
Christmas Soiree - December 7th
Waterside Events at Currumbin RSL Presents: The Ultimate Christmas Soirée!
Circular Economy Leaders Come Together for Southern Cross University’s Impact Forum
Southern Cross University is excited to announce its first Impact Forum event on circular economy supported by Investment NSW’s Boosting Business Innovation Program.
City of Gold Coast joins Small Business Friendly Councils Program
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.
City of Gold Coast's Community Group Hub - Now online
Are you a part of a Gold Coast community group? Community organisations including sporting clubs, are the heart and soul of our city, and City of Gold Coast’s new online hub is a one-stop-shop of free information and resources.
City of Gold Coast supports local businesses through eMarketplace
Council officers provided an update on the City of Gold Coast's newest initiative at the recent Chamber of Commerce breakfast. eMarketplace is making it easier to do business with the City.
Clean Up Currumbin Day - 21st November
Currumbin RSL has teamed up with Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and created 'Clean Up Currumbin Day' to help Clean Up Currumbin on Sunday the 21st November from 9am.
Closing Loopholes Bill Update By Greg Arnold
Greg Arnold, the Founder and Senior Consultant at Effective Workplace Solutions & SGC Board Member, discusses the recent developments of the "Closing Loopholes" Industrial Relations Reform Bill in Parliament. It highlights the pushback from Independent Senators and MPs, the involvement of the Southern Gold Coast Chamber of Commerce in shaping the submissions, and the key aspects of the bill.