COVID-19 Update 30 August 2020

Four new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Queensland, all close contacts of previously confirmed cases linked to the Wacol correctional training academy.

Notice of 2020 AGM

We are excited to announce the date for our upcoming 2020 AGM.

🚧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.

SME Ombudsman’s inquiry response ‘overwhelming’

The Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman says the public response to an insurance inquiry announced two weeks ago has been “overwhelming”. Make your submission here.

Currumbin Wildlife Hospital: Busy as ever

Despite the COVID crisis, 2020 is tracking to be the busiest year ever at the Currumbin Wildlife Hospital!

Are we trying too hard to be the best?

Chamber President, Hilary Jacobs, asks if the proportionality of economic harm, when compared to current COVID cases both in QLD and NSW, maybe getting lost in the apparent rush to be “the best” at something.

LATEST - Queensland borders following the long weekend

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has confirmed there have been no new cases of coronavirus in the state in the past 24 hours, as police report 500 people being turned away at the border over the long weekend.

Member Spotlight: Armstrong&Co Architects

An innovative, practical and sustainable architectural practice where experience, expertise and creative thinking are invaluable assets brought to every project.

Member Spotlight: Best Hopes Counselling Services

Striving to deliver solution focused therapy, this local business aims to ensure its clients can reach their full potential.

Southern Cross University: doing 'Open Day' a little different

Reset your future and register now for Discover Southern Cross University to gain access to exclusive content, live sessions and the latest event updates.

Border Bubble Explained

With the new restrictions coming into effect over the weekend this is your guide to how our border works now.

JobKeeper payments extended

Minister for Finance, Mathias Cormann, has ended discussion surrounding the design of the JobKeeper scheme in the wake of Victoria's rise in cases.

QLD BORDER UPDATE: Closures Announced

Member Spotlight: Golden Words Proofreading & PR

As the world moves online, Golden Words is your friendly and affordable solution to concise, clear and error free communication.

Insurance challenges: ASBFEO launches an inquiry

Small and family businesses have faced difficulties with their insurance companies, ASBFEO have launched an inquiry to investigate the practices of the insurance industry and consider whether insurance products are fit for purpose.

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