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In a display of solidarity and commitment, the Southern Gold Coast Chamber of Commerce’s very own Vice Presidents, Zac Revere and Josh Yates, undertook a significant journey on behalf of the business community.

Episode 2 of our 'Conversations with' Series is Here!

In light of the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Bill, our Chamber is dedicated to ensuring our region is fully prepared for the new legislative landscape.

We're thrilled to announce the launch of our 'Conversations with' series.

In light of the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Bill, our Chamber is dedicated to ensuring our region is fully prepared for the new legislative landscape.

Greg Arnold, the Founder and Senior Consultant at Effective Workplace Solutions & SGC Board Member, discusses the recent developments of the "Closing Loopholes" Industrial Relations Reform Bill in Parliament. It highlights the pushback from Independent Senators and MPs, the involvement of the Southern Gold Coast Chamber of Commerce in shaping the submissions, and the key aspects of the bill.

Gold Coast Airport is ready to welcome the rest of Australia and the world when its $260 million terminal expansion opens to travellers from the first week of September

Crowley Calvert & Holmes have joined Kelly + Partners.

The Australian Government has introduced legislation to Parliament to establish the High Speed Rail Authority.

The global headquarters of Supercross World Championship organiser SX Global Pty Ltd has moved to the Gold Coast.

Understanding COVID-19 close contact rules for workplaces and critically essential workers

CCIQ's December quarter Pulse Survey is your chance to have your business voice heard and help us advocate to government on behalf of businesses across the state for better business conditions in Queensland.

The City Economy team at the City of the Gold Coast would like your feedback around recent business trading conditions in the Coolangatta – Kirra precinct.

The Southern Gold Coast Chamber of Commerce has launched into the New Year with a new look, new name and even a new website.

QUEENSLAND’S LARGEST OUTDOOR SCULPTURE EXHIBITION IS BACK!

Gambling Community Benefit Fund round 111 is now open and will close midnight 31 August 2021.

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.

There was a steady stream of residents at the community consultation session in Tugun with officers from Department of Transport and Main Roads (Queensland) providing information.

The Queensland Training Ombudsman will examine the support available for the state’s apprentices and trainees, with a special focus on removing barriers for women in traditionally male-dominated trades.

The Gold Coast is to receive support from the Queensland Government to create jobs and grow local businesses and industries, with a dedicated Regional Jobs Committee coming to the area.

The short film captures the farms past, present and future with Owner and General Manager, David Harold Gower Freeman.

Anyone who has been in City of Gold Coast in the last 14 days must continue to wear a face mask.

Did you miss our 'Post Budget Luncheon'? Check out Mayor Tom Tate's address to members here.

This year our friends at Southern Cross University are running their Open Day for a whole month! You can also win an Open Day Scholarship worth $15,000.

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.

Did you know 1 in 5 people experience a disability in their lifetime, yet they are 30% less likely to be employed in work?

They're proud to be an Australian owned and operated family business supplying liquid waste services since 1980. But there is something even more impressive about this new member.

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.

The It’s Live! in Queensland events calendar is enjoying one of its busiest months of the year, with around 30 events across May set to bring visitors to destinations all around the state to experience our events.

Tweed Seagulls RLFC has the pleasure of inviting the community together to join us for lunch which is to be held on Friday the 11th of June 12:30PM – 2:30PM.

Want solar for your house AND the ability to support local Young Veterans for potentially only $5?

It's time to highlight the hard work of our students, apprentices and trainees, as well as their teachers, trainers and employers.

Let the team assist you by filling the gap between JobKeeper and or check out the wage subsidies of up to 50%.

Having been a part of the Burleigh community since 1947, this business has remained within the family since 1999. A rarity in today's modern and fast-paced world.

The chamber is striving to do better and be better for our members. Let us know how by completing this 30-second members-only survey.

Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced a review of the state’s industrial relations laws, saying every worker should be safe from sexual harassment and bullying.

REMINDER: From 1 May 2021, all Queensland hospitality businesses must use the Check In Qld app when signing in patrons to their premises.

What should members expect from the coming 2021/22 city budget and the discussion surrounding the impending vote.

As businesses begin focusing on EOFY accounting and developing next year’s budget during uncertain times, CCIQ's ecoBiz program is here to help.

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.

From 1 May 2021, all Queensland hospitality businesses must use the Check In Qld app when signing in patrons to their premises.

The chamber is striving to do better and be better for our members. Let us know how by completing this 30-second members-only survey.

Women & Leadership Australia is currently offering professional development scholarships for the SGC staff and members. The scholarships are open to women across Australia, and we encourage our members to partake in this opportunity.

The MBA Partnership has partnered with the Gold Coast Hospital Foundation to support the Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit and raise money for a lifesaving piece of equipment they desperately need, the Kanmed Bed.

Working to set the World Record for the world's biggest beach parade & save our city’s koalas!

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.

Not sure how? Contact the team to find out the ease of this process and if they can bring this support to your business regardless of size.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary GM, Michael Kelly, welcomed Federal Members and Ministers as to show support for their national $1.2 billion tourism package and extension of the zoos and aquarium program by six months.

Following a tough year, two SGC members have stood out as leading examples of how to adapt, change and push-on. Now Clubs Queensland have recognised them for their efforts and named them Clubs of the Year.

With heavy rain happening around the Gold Coast the chamber wishes update its members on current warnings and necessary information.

Study Gold Coast are excited to announce that the 2021 Gold Coast Careers Festival is being held on Thursday to Saturday, 6-8 May 2021 at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Broadbeach.

Nominations for the 2021 Queensland Training Awards have been extended by one week, now closing midnight Sunday 28 March 2021.

Mayor Tom Tate used the recent SGC Chamber event to announce he wants to build the light rail to the airport as fast as possible.

In honour of International Women's Day 2021, here is your list of Southern GC women who dared to #ChooseToChallenge and as an effect has shaped the Southern GC we know and love.

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.

Black Diamond Australia is a leading provider of modular buildings, both in Australia and around the world.

Rotary International District Governor, Andy Rajapakse, and Founder Club President, Zac Revere, are proud to commence a new styled action-oriented Rotary Club to be formed in Australia to focus on saving the iconic “Koala”.

On Saturday 27 February 2021, you will be personally escorted around the Hospital to learn about the medical care each animal receives. There will also be wildlife veterinary demonstrations, face painting, food stalls, giveaways and more!

While many theme parks and novelties have been built in the past 60 years, there are plenty more that were proposed but never eventuated.

The Queensland Government has a plan to provide the COVID-19 vaccine to Queenslanders, working alongside the Australian Government. Check it out here.

President Hilary Jacobs released a statement on Thursday clearly condemning the actions of the tech giant. Read her statement here.