A Festive Farewell and a Look Ahead to 2025
As the year comes to a close, we extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended the combined Tourism Whitsundays and Whitsunday Chamber of …
Business support for the 2024 festive season
Are you ready for the silly season? No matter what business you’re in, now is the time to prepare for the next few months. Here are some resources to …
Chamber launches employee relations and advocacy service
Arguably navigating people management is up there with cashflow and other demands, irrespective on the size of your business. With ever-increasing …
What are the industrial relations rules for Christmas casuals and end-of-year holiday season?
Employers and employees need to start planning how their businesses will operate during the end-of-year holiday season. Many businesses get busier …
How does my business impact my health and wellbeing, and vice versa?
During Queensland Mental Health Week (5-13 October), the Chamber hosted an event featuring the region’s Business Wellness Coach Kristy …
The Gen Z Advantage: Boosting Business with Young Talent
This week the Chamber was proud to support the first seminar in the Greater Whitsunday Regional Jobs Committee Greater Businesses series – The …
Navigating Casual Employment
From 26 August 2024, there are new rules about casual employment as part of the new ‘Closing Loopholes’ laws. These include changes to how casual …
How do I manage staff that bring their personal issues to work?
This month’s Ask An Expert with Mackay and Whitsunday Life asks: How do I manage staff that bring their personal issues to work? Chamber member Judy …
Recruit your next superstar at the Whitsunday Job Fair
The 2024 Whitsunday Jobs Fair will connect job seekers with local jobs. The inaugural Jobs Fair will be held 1:00pm-3:30pm Monday 14 October 2024, …