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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!

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

Join the Southern Chamber of Commerce, Gold Coast Central Chamber of Commerce, and Southport Chamber of Commerce as we host our Meet the Candidates Breakfast on Thursday, August 27 at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Join the team from CHG Integrated Wealth for their COVID-19 financial update webinar on Thursday 27th August, 12pm.

Over the People’s Long Weekend, Gold Coast’s tourism sector benefited from an uplift in trade as both locals and an influx of drive and overnight visitors soaked up the warm weather and explored every corner of the region.

The Queensland Government has released the Queensland’s Economic Recovery Plan. The Plan highlights current COVID response measures; including business support programs, (payroll) tax relief, fee relief, tourism grants etc.

The results of the recent CCIQ-Suncorp Pulse Survey of Business Conditions are in and its showing COVID-19 is still wreaking havoc across Queensland.

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.

Koalas are set to dine out on the success of one of the last major gatherings held on the Gold Coast before the Coronavirus pandemic forced the shutdown of the international events industry.

The Currumbin Wildlife Hospital team are seeking support of businesses to donate a raffle or auction item to be used in an upcoming raffle in September.

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

Southern Gold Coast business owners are aghast at Mayor Tom Tate’s push for light rail to sidestep Palm Beach and its “whingers”, fearing they will miss a huge commercial bump.

At 2020 Business Consulting; Small and Medium Business Owners can achieve their personal and business goals through coaching and consulting with a focus on delivering tangible results.

Peter Blades is very proud of what Mango Kar Dynamix is accomplishing and knows the importance of delivering a premium and quality Gold Coast Car Cleaning service.

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

Join host, Zac Revere with Connecting Southern Gold Coast CEO, Josh Martin, as the two discuss the role of the events industry in capturing the identity of our community while supporting local business.

Maree Adshead unpacks the first months activities for the Office of the Queensland Small Business Commissioner and provides key tips for small business, including financial counselling, negotiating leases and securing agreements.

The funding round for South East Queensland remains open. Please continue to submit your application.

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

Queensland’s Roadmap to Easing COVID-19 restrictions outlines a staged approach to giving Queenslanders more freedom to travel, participate in more activities and hold more gatherings.

Cr Gail O'Neill (Councillor for Division 14 of the City of Gold Coast) talks with Zac as the they discuss the recently adopted city budget.

Join host Zac Revere and guest Steve Edgar, GM of the Surf Club Coolangatta, as they discuss the importance of a traditional Australian staple (such as the local surf club) being able to adapt and embrace the challenge of COVID-19.

The Sanctuary was forced to close due to the COVID-19 restrictions, however the iconic Sanctuary has now re-opened it's doors in time for the school holidays.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!