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What’s on The Curated Plate menu
This year’s Curated Plate event – proudly supported by Sunshine Coast Council - will see more than 90 delicious events held across the region between July 26 and August 4.
Three signature food events will feature on the program this year, including Spicers Tamarind, which will again host the popular Sunshine Coast Asian Food Festival across its green fields in Maleny.
The event will once again be a celebration of local produce and producers including Woombye Cheese, PineCo Pineapples, Mooloolaba prawns, Sun Valley Bacon Jam, local wild caught Mackerel, 'PinksBlush' custard apple and Green Valley Fingerlimes.
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Biosphere Business of the Year
Do you know a business with a strong sustainability focus that is driving results for our economy and community?
From applying a sustainable business model to delivering innovation, these businesses stand by the values of the Sunshine Coast Biosphere.
Reward their efforts. Nominate them today.
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Help shape our region
Have your voice heard on Council projects by registering online or updating your profile on Have Your Say Sunshine Coast, Council’s online engagement platform.
There will be a diverse range of projects open for input and feedback, including projects ranging from design and placemaking, natural areas planning and transport infrastructure upgrades.
Register today to be notified of upcoming community engagement activities.
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Now that’s a retreat…
Congratulations to Ali and Xochi Khan at Narrows Escape Rainforest Retreat for taking home Silver in the Hosted Accommodation category at the 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards.
Over 180 leading tourism operators vied for top honours across the 26 categories announced at the industry’s premier event held at the Darwin Convention Centre.
The relaxing and romantic getaway is set at the edge of Kondalilla National Park in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.
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Storage solutions spark joy
As The Rangebow Festival gears up for its return in August 2024, Creative Director Skye Parker sought a practical yet affordable solution for organising her crowded Montville office space.
Turning to ASPIRE Marketplace where Council is listing surplus office furniture, Skye found the perfect fit with two bookshelves and an electronic white board, saving approximately $2000.
The Rangebow Festival is a community-based event run by volunteers to celebrate the creative life and spirit of Montville, Mapleton, Flaxton and Maleny.
ASPIRE is a tool available to all businesses and community groups. Registration is FREE for Sunshine Coast ABN-holders with under 100 staff.
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Best fish and chips in QLD
Congratulations to Mooloolaba’s Fisheries On The Spit for winning the title of Best Take-Away Fish and Chips, at this year’s Queensland Seafood Awards hosted by the Queensland Seafood Industry Association!
The highly sought-after award only comes around every two years, and now qualifies the family owned business for the national finals later this year.
Their parent company, Mooloolaba Fisheries, was also shortlisted in the top three for Best Large Seafood Company.
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World class events
SANZAAR has announced the match schedule for the inaugural Rugby Championship Under-20 tournament to be played May 2-12, 2024.
The Championship will see the up-and-coming stars of Argentina, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa rugby do battle at the Sunshine Coast Stadium.
The Asia Pacific’s best Women’s field lacrosse players are set to descend on the Sunshine Coast next January.
Events like these are a fantastic opportunity to further position our region as a premier destination for high performance sport.
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Applications open: 2024 GI Challenge!
Generation Innovation empowers 15-21 year olds from the Sunshine Coast and Noosa with the confidence and skills they need to become entrepreneurs.
To celebrate their 10th year, the annual program is set to deliver a range of exciting opportunities from mentoring, skills development, business connections and a shot at winning a $20,000 prize package.
Applications close on 13 May and the program officially kicks off on Monday 15 July.
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Migrant Business Ready Scholarship
Learn essential business skills and benefit from group learning and networking opportunities linking you into the business and industry networks of the Sunshine Coast.
The scholarship starts on 7 May and includes 10 Business Skills Coaching Circles covering topics such as defining values and business vision, customer analysis, product proposition, marketing strategies, financial planning and risk management.
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Business management skills
Join 10 business owners and managers and be guided by an accredited TAFE business mentor through a hands-on business planning journey.
Create tailored business plans, marketing plans, learn about auditing finances, supply chain agreements, staff agreements, policies and more.
Upon successful completion, you will be eligible for the Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business (BSB40320) qualification.
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Continuity Planning Course
Attend UniSC’s free micro-credential course designed to empower you with the skills to develop a robust Business Continuity Plan.
Learn to fortify your business operations, navigate disruptions, mitigate risks, leverage opportunities and build overall resilience.
The course will be provided simultaneously on-campus and online from 24 April to 5 June 2024.
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GreenPower webinar: 9 April
Eager to learn how to run your business on renewable electricity when onsite renewable generation is not an option?
GreenPower is an independent government accredited scheme that guarantees renewable electricity is sourced from Australian energy generators and provided to you through your retail electricity contract.
Register for this FREE webinar, delivered on Thursday 9 April.
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ISO Certification: 11 April
Want to prepare your business for ISO certification and gain work in major projects?
The Prepare and Supply to Major Projects Workshop will guide you through ISO certification requirements and steps to building strong business management systems.
Sunshine Coast Council is delivering this one-day workshop for local businesses to learn from an expert facilitator.
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Join the conversation #SunshineCoast #ThrivingThroughChange
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