COVID-19 Community Organisation Hardship Grants
The City of Gold Coast is providing $500,000 in funding to support community organisations in their endeavours to respond and recover from the impacts of COVID-19.
The Road to Recovery Series: Tourism - Episode 2
Join host Zac Revere and guest Michael Kelly, GM of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, to explore the lead up to the COVID-19 crisis and what is need for the tourism industry to recover.
The Road to Recovery Series: The Gateway - Episode 1
In this episode, join host Zac Revere with Southern Gold Coast Chamber of Commerce President, Hilary Jacobs, as they address the broader context of the road ahead for the southern Gold Coast Business Community.
Member Spotlight: Kirra Beach Hotel - The best seat in the house
With sweeping views of the Gold Coast, located directly across from world renowned surf break, Kirra Beach, you will have to agree that Kirra Beach Hotel has the best seat in the house.
Member Spotlight: Southern Cross University - Upskilling for the future
See how Southern Cross University can help you regain control over your businesses future, enrol in a short course this July.
Ready, set, apply: another $100 million for small business recovery grants
Last time these Grants ran out in less than 5 days, so get in quick if you want to apply, there are only 10,000 grants so less than 3% of QLD SME's will be lucky!
GREAT NEWS! 🎉 More of our theme parks are reopening.
As restrictions ease and businesses embrace their COVID-Safe plans, our biggest tourism operators are beginning to re-open their doors. See which operators and when below.
Crowley Calvert & Holmes: Tax Time is Coming
Crowley Calvert & Holmes are offering this tax-saving strategy prior to 1 July 2020.
ShopLocal: A new way to support a local retailer
Introducing Shop Local: an online marketplace being created to address the challenges small retail businesses in local communities face.
Division 14 Councillor Newsletter - June 2020
Read the latest news from Division 14 Councillor Gail O'Neill
The Realestate Dancer: COVID-19 has changed the industry
In many ways, COVID-19 has changed the way in which the real estate industry conducts its business ... but that question lies ... will it be 'forever'?
Currumbin RSL: Reopening
The Currumbin RSL has officially reopened its doors. Their first guests were lucky enough to experience the newly renovated bar and dining areas.
Queensland Government Investing into Tourism
$5 million to 15 Queensland airports to secure new domestic flights & $11 million to support Gold Coast tourism icons to continue to pay workers through the COVID-19 pandemic. See more here.
Cucina Vivo and Kiyomi restaurants reopening after coronavirus shutdown
Restaurants at a major Gold Coast venue are opening again after being forced to close due to coronavirus restrictions.
Queensland Border Update: Tom Tate calls for re-opening
Gold Coast businesses still waiting on border relief and Mayor Tom Tate has joined them
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary: Re-Openning
After the longest extended closure in its 72-year history, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary will be reopening its doors to the public and is excited to welcome you back.
‘Local As Qld’ tourism initiative: how you can benefit
A central campaign will flow into over 30 local chambers spread across the state, empowering each area to represent and speak on behalf of their local & small businesses, unveiling the hidden gems that seldom few ever find.
BlueOcean Web Hosting: supporting you in a digital world
A fully online business offering micro, small and medium sized businesses the opportunity of a secure and simple online presence. They Speak your language and keep your business online.
Streamline For Success: Offers this advice for you
Running an efficient operation is more pressing now than ever before. At Streamline For Success, we partner with small businesses to help them automate, scale and grow.
NEW Small Business Commissioner: Maree Adshead
Queensland’s Small Business Champion, Maree Adshead has been announced as the Queensland Small Business Commissioner, to help small business recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Crowley Calvert & Holmes Pty Ltd: Getting EOFY ready
Gold Member, Crowley Calvert & Holmes Pty Ltd, advice for the coming EOFY.
There’s still time to nominate for the 2020 Queensland Training Awards
Nominate Today!
Submissions have now been extended until the end of the month.
NEW Industry specific advice
Check out your Southern Gold Coast, industry-specific, latest public health direction.
2020 Tax Appeal: Currumbin Wildlife Hospital
The Currumbin Wildlife Hospital Foundation is calling for your support in their 2020 Tax Appeal.
Road to Recovery Southern Gold Coast Mini-Series
As we all start moving into the Post-COVID 19 recovery phase the Southern Gold Coast Chamber of Commerce will be leading the discussion about how recovery and growth can be achieved.
Southside Legal Gold Coast Lawyers: Soldiers Onward
Not burdened by big firm bureaucracy, Southside Legal is able to swiftly put into process the necessary action to achieve results. Down to earth advice is always provided as soon as possible.
Rydges Gold Coast Airport: COVID-19 won't stop this $50 million investment
Opening in 2020, the four-star hotel touts 192 rooms, sweeping views over Kirra beach and a few more surprises to come. Rydges Gold Coast is prepared to surprise once COVID-19 restrictions ease.
Tourism can start the road to recovery
The tourism industry has welcomed the weekend's announcements by Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk about the next stage of eased COVID-19 restrictions for the state.
Small Business Grant: CLOSED
Did you miss out? You're not alone. SGC Chamber President Hilary Jacobs stands up for small business and explains the $100 million scheme was simply not enough.
Tourism Restart Taskforce
To help guide a more certain timetable for tourism restart, and with input from the ACCI Tourism Policy Committee, the Tourism Restart Taskforce has proposed a timetable for tourism restart.