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The Australian Virtual Business College is a state-wide business initiative from TAFE Queensland, delivering the Certificate III in Business (BSB30120) including streams in Administration and Medical Administration.

Announcement from the Minister: Queensland's permanent Small Business Commissioner has been appointed.

Businesses have been raising a particularly broad variety of queries and issues with our office lately, so this month’s newsletter will attempt to address some of the common themes.

Give the gift of experience this season! Destination Gold Coast, Gold Coast Bulletin and 92.5 Triple M have profiled a handful of tourism operators and experiences on the Gold Coast which will be spread across 12 days, kicking off from today!

The Queensland Government is continuing to show its support for the small business sector with the launch of Round 4 of the $5 million Business Basics Grant program.

The monthly Small Business Connect newsletter keeps you up to date with all the latest information for Queensland small businesses. Brought to you by the Queensland Government Department of Employment, Small Business and Training.

Local volunteer organisation and chamber member has recently taken out two awards.

It’s been a huge year for Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, 2022 marks 75 years since the iconic attraction first opened to the public. Once again this year, staff and volunteers are celebrating, with Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary recognised as an industry leading organisation.

TreeTop Challenge at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is launching a brand-new product on the 15th of December after undergoing a $1M makeover.

The Monthly Connections newsletter is designed to provide our stakeholders with links and updates on information which is relevant to the South East Queensland Region. Bought to you by the Queensland Government Department of Small Business, Employment and Training.

Welcome to the 18 November edition of CCIQ's IR Alert, the e-alert from the Workplace Services team.

The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is commencing community consultation on the Tugun to Coolangatta section of Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 4.  

Community consultation will take place online and at various locations in Tugun, Bilinga, and Coolangatta until 25 November 2022.

Welcome to the December edition of CCIQ's IR Alert

An update from Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ)

The monthly Small Business Connect newsletter keeps you up to date with all the latest information for Queensland small businesses. Brought to you by the Queensland Government Department of Employment, Small Business and Training.

October is Indigenous Business Month. This year’s theme is Actions Today, Impact Tomorrow, recognising the power of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s contribution and aiming to inspire the next generation of First Nations business owners and leaders.

Welcome to the 1 November edition of CCIQ's IR Alert, the e-alert from the Workplace Services team.

Empowering chambers to support your business community's mental health and wellbeing

Southern Cross University is offering a $5000 scholarship for every business student studying in Lismore

Business Basics Grants return with $5M to assist Queensland small businesses; supporting them to improve the foundational skills that will help their day-to-day operations and set them up for future growth.

Solar systems have long lives - up to 25 years. It really pays to choose a system engineered to maximise lifetime savings.

When you’re considering installing a solar system, here are the crucial questions to answer.

The Future of Work Report, supported by Australian Retirement Trust, is a valuable asset in supporting Queensland businesses to strategically plan for future opportunities and trends in workforces, workplaces and work lives.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary named Queensland’s Best Major Tourist attraction 2022

A massive congratulations to this year's winner and the finalists...

A summary of what is coming up next and some of the business support initiatives

Amplify your corporate Christmas party game and take part in Urban Sport Fest’s Gold Coast Adrenaline-Charged Corporate Xmas Fest

Through the Currumbin Veterans Support Centre and the Currumbin Clinic, local veterans are able to sign up for a 9-week program, which sees them go behind the scenes at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary one morning a week.

An update from Laura Gerber MP on a Health forum, light rail, and land tax

The Monthly Connections newsletter is designed to provide our stakeholders with links and updates on information which is relevant to the South East Queensland Region. Bought to you by the Queensland Government Department of Small Business, Employment and Training.

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk unveiled the state government's new 10-year energy plan in her CEDA State of the State address.

CCIQ uses the quarterly Pulse Survey, Queensland's most established, comprehensive and trusted survey of business sentiment, in advocacy efforts to shape state and federal policies on behalf of businesses.  Pulse measures employment levels, turnover, business profitability and business confidence. This is your chance to have your business voice heard and help us advocate to government on behalf of businesses across the state.

The City of Gold Coast, in partnership with Quintessential, will be delivering a tailored workshop to understand current challenges and emerging opportunities to develop future Place-based investment priorities within the Currumbin-Tugun precinct.

The monthly Small Business Connect newsletter keeps you up to date with all the latest information for Queensland small businesses. Brought to you by the Queensland Government Department of Employment, Small Business and Training.

The Jobs and Skill Summit was held in Canberra from 1 to 2 September. CCIQ has been working with the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) to put through the Queensland perspective at the federal level.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has been recognised with a top award at the Queensland Training Awards 2022.

Announced in Brisbane over the weekend, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary was named the winner of the Medium Size Employer category.

Since 2009, the Youth Music Venture has been a youth music initiative run by amazing Volunteers, for the local community. They teach young musicians how to play in a band - for FREE! They have just launched their next program.

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.

Next month the Commissioner will welcome seven councils into our Small Business Friendly Councils (SBFC) Program. What does that mean for the small businesses in those regions, and what has been achieved by the 33 councils already on the journey?

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Currumbin RSL's annual Creekfest kicks off this weekend!

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Major Events Gold Coast (MEGC) with the support of the Queensland Government, through Tourism and Events Queensland, announced it has secured one of the world's biggest and most spectacular airshows for the Gold Coast.

To celebrate 20 years of SWELL, for the first time ever they are offering exclusive experiences, beachside, at SWELL SCULPTURE FESTIVAL.

The Connections updates is designed to provide stakeholders with links and updates on information which is relevant to our region.

These grants offer $5000 to eligible new or emerging businesses to improve their operations, such as upgrading websites, improving skills or adopting best practice.

CCIQ's March quarter Pulse survey is your chance to have your business voice heard and help us advocate to government on behalf of businesses across the state for better business conditions in Queensland.

The Gold Coast Film Festival will be holding free ‘Cooly Beachside Cinema’ over 2 nights in Queen Elizabeth Park (next to Cooly Surf Club).

Laura provides an update on what's been happening in politics along with an update on what has been happening in the electorate.

Join some networking with a twist, where you’ll meet other local small businesses, Karen Andrews Minister for Home Affairs / Federal Member for McPherson and, Laura Gerber MP Currumbin, in a fast-paced and structured networking setting.

Join 3 industry experts who will be giving businesses the tools, resources and confidence to elevate your business.

CCIQ want to understand how your business was directly or indirectly impacted from the recent natural disaster in Queensland.

Independent market research has revealed 63 per cent of residents surveyed support the proposed Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 4 down the Gold Coast Highway.

Legends of Surf 72 exhibition takes you on a wave of nostalgia following a phenomenal year of surfing events in 1972, celebrating the 50th anniversary of surfing and a celebration of the legendary 1972 Australian Team.

The Queensland Police Bowls club in partnership with Coolangatta Bowls & Recreation Club will be hosting the 62nd Australian Police Bowls Championships from 28 April to 5 May 2022 and is looking for support.

Laura provides an update on grants that have become available along with an update on what has been happening in the electorate.

After taking out the Queensland Award last year, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has walked away with silver in the best Major Tourism Attraction in the country at the 2021 Australian Tourism Awards.

Is it time for some fresh new images? The team from Fotoforce are offering a 10% discount for Chamber members.

Two fantastic presentation were delivered by both the Gold Coast Airport and the City of Gold Coast. If you missed it or want to find out more, we have uploaded these for you.

Small businesses, primary producers and non-profit organisations in the defined disaster areas who were directly impacted by the recent South East Queensland Rainfall and Flooding, 22 February - 7 March 2022 may now apply for Extraordinary Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants.

A range of support and information is available for businesses impacted by the recent rainfall and floods.

The Department of Employment, Small Business and Training would like to connect with business owners impacted by recent rainfall and flooding to identify what help they need during this challenging time. It is important we can support them to recover and get back on track quickly.

Updated flood information for QLD based Property Council Members (at 1 March 2022)

A message of support and business resources.

Do you have newly graduated employees in your team? Or team members who are due to finish their studies in the next 6 months? If so, you might like to consider Study Gold Coast’s Kickstart Graduate Program.

Updates from the Queensland Government's Department of Employment, Small Business and Training.

A radical new beachfront dining destination has opened on the Gold Coast marking a significant evolution for an iconic Kirra beachfront site.

City of Gold Coast wishes to recognise those people that are changing lives and our community for the better.

Join a free webinar on how to improve your chances of tendering success.

Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ) Pulse Survey data for the December 2021 quarter shows business confidence in the next 12 months fell 16.9 points to the lowest reading since the start of the COVID economic crisis in March 2020.

The Queensland government has announced that it will commit $100 million towards an aviation attraction package. This dollar figure will combine with an additional $100 million contributed by the state's four international airports.

The Southern Gold Coast Chamber of Commerce kicks off the events calendar with a stellar line up of guest speakers including Laura Gerber MP, Alfred Slogrove and Professor Julie Jomeen for the first event on the 17th of February 2022.

NewAccess, developed by Beyond Blue, is a free and confidential mental health coaching program for small business owners and sole traders.

Nominations are now open for the 2022 Queensland Training Awards – celebrating excellence in training and the transformative power of skills.

Now is the time for Queensland consumers and businesses to be depending on their communities and local supply chains for goods, services, stock and resources.

Updates from the Queensland Government's Department of Employment, Small Business and Training.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s new experience, Extinction Trail, has been 100 million years in the making! A permanent, immersive outdoor adventure, Extinction Trail’s special effects and lifelike models will transport you to a time when dinosaurs and megafauna ruled the earth!

The Premier has announced that from 1am Saturday (15 Jan), Queensland’s domestic border restrictions are being lifted.

Businesses are invited to run a Business Clean Up event as part of Clean Up Australia Day again in 2022.

In response to the impact of COVID-19 (coronavirus), the Queensland Government is providing rent relief for holders of tourism leases, licences and permits to occupy on state land.

Frustrated owners and workers from the Gold Coast tourism industry have staged a noisy protest against Queensland’s ongoing border closure.

Businesses to benefit through immediate payroll tax refunds. Industry focused package to support large employers and helping people stay employed

Southern Gold Coasters are being encouraged to come forward and have their say on the proposed route for the light rail extension from Burleigh to Tugun

Meet Bern, council candidate for Division 13

Meet Scott, council candidate for Division 13

Meet Katrina, council candidate for Division 13

Meet Daphne, council candidate for Division 13

Meet Gail, council candidate for Division 14

Meet Gloria, council candidate for Division 14

Meet Laura, candidate in the state by-election for Currumbin

Meet Kaylee, Labour candidate for the State seat of Currumbin

Meet Nicholas, candidate in the by-election for Currumbin

Meet Sally, candidate in the state by-election for Currumbin