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Following the council resolution from 2018, our council-owned entity of Connecting Southern Gold Coast will be wound up from 30 June, 2020, so it's time to say goodbye to the team based in Coolangatta.

Focus Plus Service Auditors have been helping businesses implement change and improve their customer service standard since 2005.

This Palm Beach business is busier than ever, supporting their clients as they navigate their way through unprecedented levels of uncertainty and a minefield of financial support.

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.

There has been some confusion around the COVID-Safe Industry Plan and the COVID-CLEAN Practicing Business Program.

See the below for a break down on these two topics.

The Road to Recovery with the 2020/21 GCCC budget update with Cr Gail O'Neill, Councillor for Division 14 of the City of Gold Coast.

As restrictions begin to ease, it's never been more important to keep our small business community in business.

National Minimum Wage and Modern Award wages increase by 1.75%: Fair Work Commission decision issued 19 June.

Recently another wave of free or low cost training opportunities have become available to individuals and businesses as part of the Government response to COVID-19.

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.

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.

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.

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.

See how Southern Cross University can help you regain control over your businesses future, enrol in a short course this July.

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!

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 are offering this tax-saving strategy prior to 1 July 2020.

Introducing Shop Local: an online marketplace being created to address the challenges small retail businesses in local communities face.

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

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'?

The Currumbin RSL has officially reopened its doors. Their first guests were lucky enough to experience the newly renovated bar and dining areas.

$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.

Restaurants at a major Gold Coast venue are opening again after being forced to close due to coronavirus restrictions.

Gold Coast businesses still waiting on border relief and Mayor Tom Tate has joined them

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Gold Member, Crowley Calvert & Holmes Pty Ltd, advice for the coming EOFY.

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Submissions have now been extended until the end of the month.

Check out your Southern Gold Coast, industry-specific, latest public health direction.

The Currumbin Wildlife Hospital Foundation is calling for your support in their 2020 Tax Appeal.

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.

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.

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.

The roadmap to easing Queensland's restrictions has now been updated to reflect Stage Two commencing from Monday, 1 June 2020.

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.

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.

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.

The Department of Employment, Small Business and Training wants to keep you informed of the latest assistance from the Queensland and Australian Governments in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

The Department of Employment, Small Business and Training is keeping us informed of the latest assistance from the Queensland and Australian Governments in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

'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.

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.

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 is encouraging business to connect in order to learn and sustain.

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

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.

Businesses across Queensland are relieved to hear the announcement that JobKeeper payments will be exempt from Payroll Tax

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

Find out about the latest changes to the Federal Governments JobKeeper program including a change to the minimum age for certain eligable employees.

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.

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

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.

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

The Department of Employment, Small Business and Training is sending this message to keep you informed of the latest assistance from the Australian and Queensland Governments in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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.

TAFE Queensland has new initiatives with regard to Skills and Workforce Development that are either free or low cost training, career profiling or consultancy services that TAFE Queensland or the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training will be offering to enable people to continue to develop their skills and make the most of learning opportunities (and the time they may now have to learn).

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.

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

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.

With the introduction of the proposed the wage subsidy solution from the Commonwealth Government, many operators are not in a position to come up with the cash to pay wages until May when the federal funding arrives.

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).

The Federal Government announced $130 billion in coronavirus wage subsidies for businesses to pay workers.

The Department of Employment, Small Business and Training is sending this message to keep you informed of the latest assistance from the Australian and Queensland Governments in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

With the restrictions put in place by the State Government to restrict movement over the border, workers will need a pass to gain access.

Gold Coast council has unveiled a range of measures including the waiving of a long list of fees and charges as part of their COVID-19 stimulus package.

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

Your Chamber of Commerce is providing you with details of how you can seek assistance during these unprecedented times.

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

Nominate today for the Queensland Training Awards Small Employer of the Year!

A NEW two-way road will be built alongside the southern stretch of the M1 as the first details emerge of a $1 billion Pacific Motorway upgrade.

The Queensland Government has announced a $27.25 million package to provide immediate assistance to industry to help Queensland deal with the impact of the coronavirus COVID-19.

This World Wildlife Day, consider giving the gift of habitat to Aussie native wildlife.

In response to the effects of the Australian bushfires and the coronavirus on Queensland's tourism industry, TEQ has launched a $2 million campaign showcasing to Australians why Queensland is 'a beautiful place to holiday here this year', leveraging Tourism Australia's campaign launched in late January.

Over the past week, Destination Gold Coast has been strongly advocating for emergency funds at Local, State and Federal Government level to support Gold Coast’s tourism sector.

The devastating bushfires across Australia are a result of the conditions caused by extended drought and extremely dry hot weather. There has been a far bigger impact on the Australian native wildlife than ever imagined.

We need your help in finding out what is important to you and your business in the lead up to the Council and State Elections. Fill in this short survey to go in the running to win a $250 gift card.

In late 2019, a Christmas Eve-part day public holiday was rushed through Queensland’s last sitting of parliament and was imposed on businesses weeks later. The Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ) had sought feedback from the small business community and advised the government on the negative impact this would have on businesses across the state.

The Star Gold Coast’s inaugural charity fundraiser lunch, Help Yourself to Help Others, aimed at raising funds and awareness for three vital Gold Coast charities.

The Southern Gold Coast Chamber of Commerce wants to know which issues are important to you and your business as we move towards the next Council and State elections, and a possible by-election in Currumbin in March.

City tourism leaders have warned the city’s tourism industry would also take a hit from the “double-whammy” of the bushfire disaster and Coronavirus outbreak.

It’s been another bumper year for tourism on the Gold Coast with Gold Coast Airport recording its busiest day of all time and busiest December ever.

Currumbin MP Jann Stuckey has announced she is resigning from parliament from the 1st of February, saying she has been 'swamped' by the 'black cloud' of depression after being 'ridiculed and abused'.

Tweed Sand Bypassing is a joint initiative of the New South Wales and Queensland State Governments. The project's objectives are to establish and maintain a safe, navigable entrance to the Tweed River and restore and maintain the coastal sand drift to the beaches on the southern Gold Coast of Queensland.

More good news for our local community organisations!

The Hon. Karen Andrews has announced that applications are now open for the very popular Volunteer Grants Program.

Read up on the latest works and events happening on the Southern Gold Coast from Division 14 Councillor Gail O'Neill. This will be the last one until after the March Council elections.

The Currumbin Beach Vikings is celebrating their 100th year by launching a full calendar of events for 2020.