GOLD COAST PULSE SURVEY REPORT DECEMBER QUARTER 2020

The latest CCIQ Pulse Survey results have indicated an improvement for Gold Coast businesses building on the fragile recovery currently underway.

New times parking restrictions - Coolangatta, Currumbin and Rainbow Bay

The timed parking restrictions will only apply Saturday’s, Sundays & Public Holidays 9am - 5pm

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Check out the latest news on all things road works, local council investment and planning. Keep up to date with what happening in the local area and plan ahead for your small business.

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.

Support for Business and Workers

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.

Upcoming free community workshops

Local groups are invited to develop their skills through a range of free, online workshops.

Pfizer Covid vaccine approved for Australia rollout

The Pfizer vaccine has met strict standards for safety, quality and efficacy, a statement from the prime minister’s office said on Monday, and the vaccine has been approved for rollout in Australia for people age 16 years and older.

BACKING BUSINESS FORUM

Laura Gerber MP invites you to her upcoming Small Business Forum with special guests Karen Andrews MP and Brent Mickelberg MP.

Your guide to celebrating Australia Day on the Southern GC

Check out these fantastic ways to celebrate our national day in uniquely Southern Gold Coast ways. Don't miss out!

Restrictions ease but contact tracing is here to stay

Check out the latest news on important contact tracing changes and see why sticking to your COVID-Safe plan is more important now than ever.

Currumbin RSL relaunches with new sports bar

Currumbin RSL has relaunched with a newly redeveloped sports bar – dubbed “a destination inside a destination”.

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Check out the latest news on all things road works, local council investment and planning. Keep up to date with what happening in the local area and plan ahead for your small business.

Funding Boost Brings Hope to Endangered Species

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary can step up conservation efforts for two rare and critically endangered Australian animals, thanks to a huge funding boost from the Federal Government.

Best Southern GC spots to cool off this summer

With the heat expected to hit tops of 30, here is your guide to some of the best places to cool off this summer and support Souther GC businesses.

Mayors pitch for a better 2021

Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate says it is time to say goodbye to the Year of Trials and hello to the Year of Opportunity as 2021 dawns.

CCIQ Gold Coast Pulse Survey is now open!

The CCIQ Gold Coast Chamber of Commerce Pulse survey is now open and we need YOUR voice.

Qld Border Update

Queensland’s borders with the bulk of NSW and Victoria will remain open for at least another five days, chief health officer Dr Jeannette Young says.

Top 3 Southern GC Project axed

Top three promised Gold Coast infrastructure projects which won’t be built.

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Check out the latest news on all things road works, local council investment and planning. Keep up to date with what happening in the local area and plan ahead for your small business.

Member Spotlight: Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific

They're the largest timeshare development operation outside of North America with brands including Club Wyndham South Pacific, Club Wyndham Asia and Innovative Holiday Club by Club Wyndham.

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Check out the latest news on all things road works, local council investment and planning.

Infrastructure funding prompts Gold Coast jobs boost

More than 90 jobs will be created across the Gold Coast when $5 million in Federal funding flows for eight shovel-ready projects, as part of the Morrison Government’s $1.5 billion Local Road and Community Infrastructure Program.

JobMaker Hiring Credit: Officially Open

The newly announced JobMaker Hiring Credit Program is now open for registration for eligible employers, now is the time to do your homework.

Study Gold Coast: launching a brand new platform

The official launch date was 5 November 2020 and is supported by a multi-layered marketing campaign to promote the site to students and industry.

Qld Budget: Small Business employment focus

Minister for Employment and Small Business, Hon Di Farmer, breaks down where the latest Qld Budget intends to support small business.

Gold Coast Airport increased flights

Effective from 01 December, in line with the Queensland Borders opening to Victoria and all of NSW, the Gold Coast Airport has seen an increase in flights.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary launches new augmented reality game

Tech-savvy tweens can immerse themselves in the ancient world of Lost Valley with Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s new augmented reality game and mobile app.

Division 14 Councillor Newsletter - December 2020

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

Member Spotlight: 18fifty3 GAP Resource Management

18fifty3 GAP Resource Management delivers targeted human resource recruitment solutions to public sectors, corporate and industry clients.

New traffic counts show impact from COVID-19

Traffic volumes on Gold Coast roads almost halved during the height of COVID-19 restrictions but a new study shows the relief was very short-lived.

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