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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.

TRAFFIC ALERT

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.

Border opening will boost business confidence; let’s hope the budget delivers more!

Businesses are breathing a sigh of relief with today’s announcement that Queensland’s border is likely to open to all states, excluding South Australia.

Palm Beach Currumbin State High - Building future business leaders

The most exciting time of year is here – Australian Business Week (ABW). Palm Beach Currumbin State High is using this chance to teach students the practicality of a simulated business.

🎄 Christmas is here 🎄

Your guide to Southern GC Christmas carols and events!

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT 🚧

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.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary gets into the Holiday Spirit

The holiday season is officially underway at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, with the arrival of Christmas decorations and other festive offerings at the park.

How to win government contracts

This masterclass brought to you by CCIQ, Thinq Learning and the Queensland Government will be your insider’s guide to securing your share of government contracts, in simple, clear and direct steps.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary hosts another year of successful Halloween events

The team at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary have again this year welcomed thousands of guests as part of their annual 'Festevil at the Fangtuary' events.

Leading the Way in Urgent Koala Research

Currumbin Wildlife Hospital will now be vaccinating all koala patients against chlamydia prior to their release back into the wild, signifying a major milestone for the protection of the species.

Member Spotlight: Inology Australia

With over 17 years experience in the field of Information Technology, Inology is professionally accredited to develop Business System Solutions that can bring your business to the fore.

REM Media lends support to Varsity Against Violence

Chamber Secretary and Gold Member, Mike Remmer, has joined a chorus of local businesses throwing support behind a cause to prevent domestic violence.

Gold Coast Pulse Briefing Session - Summary

Check out the recent Gold Coast Pulse Briefing Session summary including the good, the bad and the ugly.

🚧TRAFFIC ALERTS🚧

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.

📣 UPDATED ROADMAP: Further restrictions are changing in Queensland.

Your quick guide to further restrictions easing in Qld.

Qld's new Cabinet & Shadow Cabinet

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk revealed her full frontbench line-up for the 57th Parliament while opposition leader David Crisafulli reveals a 'strong, experienced and hungry' shadow cabinet.

Division 14 Councillor Newsletter - November 2020

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

Member Spotlight: Classic Holiday Club

From the Beach House Seaside Resort and Beachcomber International Resort in Coolangatta, this local business manages the Timeshare Resorts throughout Australia and New Zealand.

QLD ELECTION: Currumbin & Burleigh UPDATE

Here is your update and results for the all Gold Coast seats during the State poll on Saturday. Provided by the GC Bulletin and current as of 9:00PM 01/11/2020

Rydges Gold Coast Airport: Welcome to the Southern GC Family

The wraps are off! Rydges Gold Coast Airport has landed, right on the doorstep of our Gold Coast Airport terminal.

JobMaker Hiring Credit: with Crowley Calvert & Holmes

The Federal Government has introduced the new JobMaker program to offer businesses an incentive to hire new young staff in a bid to increase employment across Australia.

CCIQ Member Update & Pulse Briefing

The Chamber is working in conjunction with CCIQ to deliver regional virtual member updates on the CCIQ-Suncorp Pulse survey for our region.

GOLD COAST PULSE SURVEY REPORT - September

While business sentiment has improved across the board, confidence in the outlook for the state and national recovery remain at poor index readings.

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERTS 🚧

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.

Meet the Candidates breakfast videos

On Thursday, 15th of October, your local Chamber hosted a 'Meet the Candidates' breakfast at Currumbin RSL. Watch the videos here of the candidates from the Burleigh and Currumbin electorates convince the business community why they are the best for the top job.

Assistance for tourism lease, licence and permit holders

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.

Member Spotlight: Regen Australia

Operating since 1998 in QLD and NSW, this business is focussed on improving our environment and community.

Member Spotlight: Prestige Service Training

Prestige Service Training creates career pathways through industry-leading, innovative and inspiring training programs which empower people with opportunities to succeed in the life they choose.

State election 2020: Early voting begins on Monday, October 19

Pre-Poll opens today! Learn where to vote on the Southern Gold Coast.

Reform of the training sector: $7 billion injection

The Morrison Government’s skills reform agenda has committed almost $7 billion this financial year to Australia’s vocational education and training sector.

2020/21 Federal Budget Breakdown

Here's what you need to know about tax cuts, JobMaker and the deficit.

🚧TRAFFIC ALERTS🚧

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.

Online Grant Writing Information Session

Local groups are invited to develop their grant writing skills and find out how to apply for sources of funding.

Wildlife Recovery Raffle

2019 was one of the toughest years yet for wildlife, and the busiest on record for the Currumbin Wildlife Hospital. To raise much needed funds to support the hospital, a raffle is being held with some amazing prizes!

Community Group Mentoring Opportunity

The City of Gold Coast recognises the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on our community. To support our not-for-profit groups, the City is offering a Community Group Mentoring Program.

SCU Campaigns to Help Build Skills Post-Covid-19

You're invited to attend an exciting webinar with the founder and director of VIVO, Salman Nouri.

Member Spotlight: Worthview Marketing

Helping businesses to build or enhance their brand and digital presence through what has quickly become a broad range of reliable marketing activities.

Member Spotlight: First Class Accounts – Palm Beach

With a motto like “more than bookkeepers”, this local business can help you identify and apply for grants in order to ease your burdens during tough times.

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.

🚧TRAFFIC ALERTS🚧

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.

JobKeeper 2.0

The JobKeeper Extension has now begun. We have a brief overview of the extension below for you.

Lease assistance extended

Framework to uphold rental relief for business and for tenants and landlords to negotiate reduced rent payments/settle disputes is now running until 31 December 2020.

Beer Is Back - Restrictions ease

With the long weekend set to bring locals out to market, SLSC's, pubs, bars and restaurants are welcoming the good news, you can stand and have a beer.

Take Care: The message from the south

Cr Gail O'Neill has teamed with Theory to create a lasting reminder of the COVID-19 crisis and to celebrate how the Southern Gold Coast and border communities have pulled together to navigate the pandemic.

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.

New coffee table book showcases 'Our Border Region'

Local Gold Coast publisher Headline Publishing has produced a 75-page book on the best of the Southern Gold Coast and Northern New South Wales.

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.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary staff member releases children's book

A new children’s book authored by Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s Koala Specialist and Mammal Supervisor Sarah Eccleston is helping to raise the next generation of Koala conservationists.

Member Spotlight: Evolve Chiropractic GC

To evolve is a peaceful, harmonious transition to a new state of being. The team at Evolve Chiropractic GC want to help you not just feel better, but to be truly different.

Member Spotlight: Greenmount Beach Surf Club

Located at the beautiful and picturesque Greenmount Beach. The Greenmount Beach Surf Club offers a forward-thinking business model with a pragmatic team who are ready to tackle every challenge.

2019/20 in review: snapshot of the Chamber's AGM

Here is your chance to see the work of our local chamber throughout the 2019/20 period and to hear the latest from our esteemed Treasurer, John Forrester

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