15 October 2024
Get your business disaster ready
October to April is Australia's peak time for severe weather.

Get Ready Queensland is a reminder to get your business ready for natural disasters with a plan that will help you to minimise financial damage and outline your continuity.

Business Continuity Planning provides a framework to help you consider risks, what’s needed to be operational post-disaster, develop your response to a disaster and to organise adequate insurance.

Make sure staff are trained in first aid and evacuation procedures so they know what to do when the weather turns bad.

You’ll find business resources at getready.qld.gov.au/get-prepared/business and useful links as well as up-to-date information at Council’s disasterhub.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
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Suncoast Fitness celebrates 30 years
Congratulations to Sunshine Coast Fitness for three decades of commitment to promoting health and wellbeing in our community.

Since establishing their first fitness centre in Alex Headland in 1994, the family business has expanded into fitness education and fitness support services for people with disabilities.

Director/CEO Matt Stitt said investment in educating and cultivating their exceptional team has been a key factor to our success along with prioritising community integrity, inclusivity and just making sure that everyone feels welcome.
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International Math Olympiad
An event that attracts the world’s brightest young minds is coming to the Sunshine Coast for the first time in a major coup for our region – and nation.

The International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) is the world championship mathematics competition for high school students.

Hosted by Australian Maths Trust from July 10-20, 2025, it will be held at the Sunshine Coast Convention Centre at Novotel Twin Waters.

It will be the second time Australia has hosted the prestigious event, the first being Canberra in 1988. 
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Calling young change-makers
Do you have great ideas for the future? Are you willing to roll up your sleeves and get to work making our region a better place to live?

If you are aged between 16 – 24, then apply for Sunshine Coast Council’s Young Leaders Academy before Monday, November 4.

The Young Leaders Academy is a year-long program created to cultivate new leaders in our community.

After a successful program in 2024, next year’s new intake of young people will be involved in shaping Council’s new Youth Action Plan.
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Workforce study
The "Regional Workforce Attraction, Development, and Retention: Employer and Employee Perspectives" study is now available online.

The study undertaken by researchers at the UniSC in collaboration with Sunshine Coast Council examines both employer and employee perspectives pertaining to workforce attraction, development and retention in the region and Australia more broadly.

The novel findings and insights from the mixed methods research project outlines implications for regional stakeholders such as employers, industry networks, training and education providers and policymakers.
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Generation Innovation winners
Congratulations to the winner of the 2024 Generation Innovation Challenge  - Launched Sportswear!

 It was another epic deliberation by the Pitch Night judges, with Jack and Spencer taking out the top gong for their performance-based grip socks to help prevent injuries amongst athletes and neurodivergent and physically challenged individuals.

The winner's $20,000 prize package includes $10,000 cash and $10,000 in business services to support Launched Sportswear to build strong foundations for their business.
Check out their pitch video
 
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Enter code SC COUNCIL at checkout for a 10% discount.
Addressing Mental Health
16 October
In recognition of Mental health Week, St Andrew's Anglican College invites you to the Sunshine Beach Surf Club on Wednesday 16 October from 7am for their final Engage and Elevate Business Breakfast for 2024.

Join a panel of experts from the Thompson Institute, the Mateship Movement and St Andrew's Anglican College to explore the neurological science behind mental health as well as the challenges facing youth, men and in the workplace.
Submit an EOI
Sconeversations
19 October
Sunshine Coast foodie Martin Duncan, 4 Ingredients author Kim McCosker and Caloundra Business Alliance invites you to Sconeversations.

Businesses have the opportunity to trade out of store with Caloundra's Fashion Retailers on Saturday 19 October at Felicity Park from 9-11am.

Complete an EOI for out of Store Trade Permit Participation..
Register here
Industry to Research Event
23 October
UniSC’s Incubator Hub based at the Innovation Centre has undergone a transformation over the last 12 months. 

You're invited to celebrate the launch of the new department at an Industry to Research quick fire pitch event.

Enjoy some drinks and canapés as you hear from dynamic companies and research leaders who will present a short pitch about their company and research projects.
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First Nations Supplier Day:
24 October
First Nation's businesses, industry representatives and local buyers are invited to a free networking and exhibition event in celebration of Indigenous Business Month.

The fourth annual First Nations Supplier Day includes presentations from industry experts, information and resources to support First Nations procurement.

Enjoy networking opportunities and an expo showcasing up to 30 local First Nations businesses!
Register here
Purpose-driven leadership
29 October
Want to use AI to your advantage, rather than be overwhelmed by it?

Don't miss the ‘Make AI Your Advantage: Real Solutions for Real Business Challenges’ masterclass at the Thriving Through Change Business Expo.

You’ll learn of AI tools and strategies that are simple to implement into your business with the purpose of making you and your team more effective to free up time and save costs.
The FESTIVE season is almost upon us, have you got event plans?
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Connect with local experts and elevate your event to new heights. With this user-friendly directory, you can access the best resources to ensure your event's success. Choose EventsConnect—Local Connections. Successful Events.
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October 19
Blackall 100 | Mapleton
Big Pineapple Festival | Woombye

October 26 & 27
Sunshine Coast MultiSport Festival | Landsborough

November 1-3
Summer of Surf / Hayden Kenny Classic | Alexandra Headland

November 14-24
AFL Pacific Cup | Maroochydore Multi-Sport Complex

November 23-December 1
Sculpture on the Edge | Flaxton Gardens