Boost Your Business: Announcing 2025/26 Chamber membership opportunities

Thank you for supporting the Whitsunday business community!

The Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry appreciates your continued support in building a strong, connected, and resilient business community.

By joining, or renewing, your membership, you will benefit from:

• Opportunities to engage in advocacy and represent your interests across all levels of government.
• Access to business services, advice, resources, and exclusive member-to-member offers.
• Event hosting rights, complimentary tickets to education events, and priority access to major initiatives.
• Visibility through the online member directory, business updates, and promotional opportunities.
• Full voting rights and eligibility to join the Chamber Board and sub-committees.

Key achievements over the past 12 months include:

• Advocated on key issues through election forums, public submissions, and regional media engagement.
• Launched the Chamber Advisory Group and Proserpine Sub-Committee to strengthen local focus.
• Grown to 230 members, introduced an employer relations advisory service, and expanded member offers.
• Successfully merged with Weddings Whitsundays, strengthening support for the region’s wedding industry.
• Delivered a dynamic education program, co-hosted the Whitsunday Jobs Fair, and presented our inaugural Whitsunday Business Conference—with the 2025 program to be launched soon.

Joining the Chamber is not only an investment in your business—it’s a commitment to the continued prosperity of the Whitsundays region.

2025/26 Membership Opportunities Now Open!

The Chamber is pleased to offer the following membership options for the 2025/26 financial year, tailored to suit a range of business needs:

• Business Advanced ($799): Designed for businesses looking to increase visibility, expand networks, and contribute to Chamber initiatives, with priority access to opportunities, services, and resources.
• Joint Tourism Whitsundays Membership ($665 + GST): A streamlined, cost-effective option for businesses seeking the combined benefits of both organisations.
• Business Basics ($299): Ideal for businesses wanting to stay connected, access core services, and actively participate in the local business community.
• Weddings Whitsundays ($299): Tailored for sole traders and businesses in the wedding sector, offering targeted promotional support to reach the national wedding market.
• Association Partner ($299): Suited to member-based organisations and industry bodies, with benefits for board and executive, and access to offers for their own members.
• Subscriber ($99): A low-cost option for individuals or businesses wanting to stay informed and attend occasional events.

Membership is valid until 30 June 2026. Upon receipt of your renewal, a membership pack and pro-rata invoice (from 1 July 2025 or your renewal date) will be issued.

Boost your membership!

Chamber members can amplify their impact with two optional packages:

Events Package – Add $799

Gain year-round exposure by:

• Co-sponsoring and/or presenting at one Chamber event in 2025/26, including a stand, banners, marketing collateral, merchandise, and special offers.
• Present one members-only Bites & Insights webinar in 2025/26.
• 2026 Whitsunday Business Conference package including stand, speaking opportunity (subject to approval), four tickets, and included in promotions as a Conference Champion.
• 300-word event-related feature in Chamber communications (website, eNewsletter, and social media).

This package is available to Joint Tourism Whitsunday members, Chamber Subscription, Business Basics, Weddings Whitsundays members, and our Association Partner for 2025/26.

Business Promotional Package – Add $49

Unlock exclusive offers only available to members from Bishopp, Southern Cross Austereo, Australian Radio Network, Mackay and Whitsunday Life/Core Magazine, Whitsunday News and the Chamber (additional provider fees, terms, and conditions apply).

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