Be part of Mooloolaba’s transformation

Sunshine Coast Council is seeking expressions of interest from community representatives, local businesses and sporting members who want to be part of a Mooloolaba Business Activation Group or Mooloolaba Stakeholder Interest Group.

The two groups will bring together interested parties to share information, insights and ideas aimed at making the construction phase as smooth as possible for businesses, locals and visitors.

Planning is progressing for Stage 2 of Mooloolaba’s foreshore transformation with construction anticipated to begin mid-2024.
Submit your application before February 13
 

Plant-based medicine grows on the Coast

Congratulations to local medicinal cannabis company Canntic for opening a new distribution facility, dispensary and virtual clinic facility on the Coast.

The Coolum Beach based facility is fully licenced to provide Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) compliant products to any Australian-licenced pharmacy, which can then dispense the products on prescription.

The company has a forecasted economic impact to the region of $9.44 million, generating more than 29 direct and indirect local jobs.

Sunshine Coast Council has provided Canntic with business support measures over a number of years with finding potential sites, investment support and promotion through its Sunshine Coast Economic Resurgence Plan.
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ReMade in QLD grant program 

Local manufacturing and recycling businesses have an opportunity to apply for matched funding of between $50,000 and $2.5 million thanks to the ReMade in Queensland (ReMiQ) grant program by the Queensland Government.

Funding from $50,000 to $2.5 million is available to facilitate projects that enhance the reuse of recycled materials in manufacturing or enable diversification into remanufacturing new waste streams.

Expressions of interest close on February 19.
ReMiQ Guidelines
 

Coast and culture connect

Bonza has announced a new route, linking Maroochydore and Launceston, as it celebrates one year in the sky.

It will be the first direct route between the Sunshine Coast and Tasmania, to commence flying on 29 March, 2024.

Sunshine Coast Airport CEO Chris Mills said the direct service to Launceston will open up a new market for tourism operators here on the Coast, with Tasmanians now having direct access to our pristine beaches, incredible restaurants and unique experiences.
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Test your cyber security

The Australian Government has developed a Cyber Security Assessment Tool to help you identify your business' cyber security strengths and areas where your business can improve.

This tool will ask you a series of questions about how you manage your cyber security risks and based on your answers, you will receive a list of recommendations to action as a PDF.

Refer to this checklist to find out how cyber secure your business is.
Access your business
 

Innovative solutions for a profitable tourism business

Council has partnered with Visit Sunshine Coast and Cleantech Industries Sunshine Coast Inc. to deliver this FREE workshop for tourism and hospitality businesses.

Attend this workshop to gain operational solutions and tools that support tourism business in successfully implementing efficiency strategies and sustainable practices.

The workshop is taking place on Tuesday 12 March 2024 from 7am-9.30am at the Alex Surf Club.
Register here
 
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International Women's Day event

You’re invited to celebrate the remarkable spirit of women making waves on the Sunshine Coast, including special guest Jordyn James, owner and artistic director of Burlesque L’amour.

In honour of International Women’s Day, the event will be held on Friday March 8, from 6pm and will see attendees treated to a sunset drink, grazing platters, light canapes, entertainment and an opportunity to connect with the community.
 
Register here

Calling all exporters!

Thinking of expanding your business into new overseas markets?

Have you considered if your business name or product design is protected by an existing business?

Register now for this workshop on Thursday 22 February at The Sunshine Coast Makerspace.
 
Register here

AI Insights & Impacts

Artificial intelligence (AI) is and will continue to become huge in 2024.

Attend this workshop on Thursday February 22 at the Sunshine Coast makerspace for an evening of networking, sharing and learning on the topic of Artificial Intelligence for businesses. 
 
Book now

QLD Garden Expo

The Expo is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, and for the first time the event will extend to four days.

 Exhibitor site bookings are open with some great sites still available for sellers of gardening related products to become involved.  

Transforming the Nambour Showgrounds into a colourful winter wonderland, the Expo showcases the biggest range of plants you are likely to see anywhere in Queensland in one location. 
 
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Wearable Art Festival

The Australian Wearable Art Festival celebrates expanding fashion and art boundaries over a two-day event held on August 9-10 at Venue 114.

The Festival is calling for artist entries with designers limited only by their own creativity to transform unlikely everyday materials into spectacular works of art.

Fashionistas and lovers of art are encouraged to get in quick as shows were a sell-out last year.
 
 

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