BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:Australia/Brisbane X-WR-TIMEZONE:Australia/Brisbane BEGIN:VEVENT UID:4@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20230216T080000Z DTEND:20230216T100000Z DTSTAMP:20230214T034251Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/feb-2023/ SUMMARY:February Networking DESCRIPTION:\nJoin your local chamber for an evening of casual networking.\ n\n\n\nSpeaker: Joanna Minchinton\, GM Workplace Relations\, People &\; Culture for Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland.Topic: New domest ic and family violence leave coming into effect\, and how it will impact b usinesses.Location: Reef Gateway Hotel\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA little about Joann a\n\n\n\nJoanna is a recognised workplace relations expert. \n\n\n\nIn her role with CCIQ\, Joanna’s focus is on what businesses need to understan d their obligations and responsibilities\, and to work with them to achiev e positive business outcomes.\n\n\n\nJoanna provides practical\, real-worl d advice and assistance on a wide range of business/employment matters\, r ight through to providing formal representation in jurisdictions such as&n bsp\;the \;Fair Work Commission\, the QIRC\, and the Queensland Human Rights Commission. \;\n\n\n\nJoanna is an experienced trainer having d elivered educational programs on a range of business topics for members an d external organisations \;including international conferences deliver ed in Istanbul and Beijing.\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/01/sailboat-596462-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20230419T210000Z DTEND:20230419T223000Z DTSTAMP:20230414T072534Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/breakfast-networking- april/ SUMMARY:Breakfast networking - April DESCRIPTION:\nBe among the first to hear about three exciting initiatives t hat the Chamber has in store for the future of our region. We are confiden t that these initiatives will have a significant impact on the local busin ess community\, and we want you to be part of the conversation.\n\n\n\nSho rt announcements will be followed by general networking and light refreshm ents.\n\n\n\nWhy come to networking events?\n\n\n\n\nConnect with like min ded business owners\n\n\n\nShare news about your business\n\n\n\nHand out flyers and business cards\n\n\n\nLearn about what the Chamber has planned\ n\n\n\nEngage with our committee and team\n\n\n\nMaximise your Chamber mem bership benefits\n\n\n\nSupport and grow the local business community\n\n\ n\n\n[sharethis-inline-buttons]\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2022/08/paper-3213924_1920.jpg LOCATION:Whitsunday Green Club\, 1 Regatta Bvd\, Cannon Valley\, QLD\, 4802 \, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=1 Regatta Bvd\, Cannon Vall ey\, QLD\, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Whitsunday Green Cl ub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:9@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20230516T080000Z DTEND:20230516T100000Z DTSTAMP:20230511T214531Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/vision-for-the-whitsu ndays-may/ SUMMARY:Vision for the Whitsundays - May DESCRIPTION:\nWhat is the Vision for the Whitsundays?\n\n\n\nIn this specia l Chamber event\, we will hear federal\, state\, and regional perspectives on the future for the Whitsundays.\n\n\n\nOur speakers will explore the c urrent drivers of change and how they might influence our region in the ne xt 25-40 years\, and ideas we could explore today to future-proof the next few decades. \; \;\n\n\n\nConfirmed speakers:\n\n\n\n\nThe Hon Da vid Littleproud MP\, National Party leader \n\n\n\nAndrew Willcox MP\, Fed eral Member for Dawson\n\n\n\nAmanda Camm MP\, Queensland Member for Whits undays\n\n\n\nJulie Hall\, Mayor Whitsunday Regional Council\n\n\n\n\nThe Chamber will also discuss its intention to develop a vision for the Whitsu ndays and how Chamber members and the community can play a vital role by j oining the conversation. \; \;\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all Ch amber members and their guests\, and the broader Whitsundays community.&nb sp\; \;\n\n\n\n\nTime and date: \;6pm-8pm Tuesday 16 May 2023\n\n\ n\nLocation: \;Mantra Club Croc\, 240 Shute Harbour Road\, Cannonvale (free parking on site)\n\n\n\nRefreshments: Beverages and canapes to be se rved.\n\n\n\n\nThis event forms part of the Chamber’s program for the 20 23 Queensland Small Business Month and is proudly supported by a Regional Networker Grant by the Queensland Government.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[sharethis-inline-buttons]\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/04/javier-allegue-barros-C7B-ExXpOIE-unsplash-scaled.jpg LOCATION:Mantra Club Croc Airlie Beach\, 240 Shute Harbour Road\, Cannonval e\, Queensland \, 4802\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=240 Shute Harbour Road\, Ca nnonvale\, Queensland \, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Mantr a Club Croc Airlie Beach:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:10@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20230712T210000Z DTEND:20230712T223000Z DTSTAMP:20230712T050833Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/breakfast-networking- july/ SUMMARY:Breakfast Networking - July DESCRIPTION:\nStart your day with like-minded business owners at our July C hamber meeting and business networking event. \n\n\n\nThe program will inc lude:\n\n\n\n\nExclusive update from Amanda Camm MP\, State Member for Whi tsunday\, on business and industry issues being addressed at State Governm ent. \n\n\n\nSpecial short presentation from the federal government's Dep artment of Home Affairs on visa options for employing workers in regional Australia.\n\n\n\nUpdate on Chamber strategy and advocacy developments by Chamber President including news of the Chamber’s new membership service s.\n\n\n\nOpportunity \;to have your say on priorities for the region& nbsp\;and help us build an economic \;Vision for the Whitsundays\n\n\n \n\nShort announcements will be followed by an interactive\, facilitated d iscussion\, followed by general networking and light refreshments.\n\n\n\n Why come to networking events?\n\n\n\n\nMaximise your Chamber membership b enefits\n\n\n\nConnect with others and share news about your business\n\n\ n\nSupport and grow the local business community\n\n\n\nHand out flyers an d business cards\n\n\n\nLearn about what the Chamber has planned and how t o get involved\n\n\n\nEngage with the Chamber Board and team\n\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all Chamber members and their guests\, and the broader W hitsundays community. \; \;\n\n\n\n\nTime and date: \;7:00am-8 :30am Thursday 13 July 2023\n\n\n\nLocation: \;Filby's Motors\, 62 Mai n Street\, Proserpine \n\n\n\nRefreshments: Light refreshments to be serve d. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[sharethis-inline-buttons]\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/04/Blog-Image1-1024x683-1.png LOCATION:Filby's Motors\, 62 Main Street\, Proserpine\, Queensland \, 4800\ , Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=62 Main Street\, Proserpine \, Queensland \, 4800\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Filby's Motor s:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:12@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20230816T000000Z DTEND:20230816T020000Z DTSTAMP:20230808T072141Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/august/ SUMMARY:Pop Up Chamber - August DESCRIPTION:\nPop Up Chamber is a new initiative\, an informal gathering of business owners and the Chamber team.\n\n\n\nFeel free to pop along Wedne sday 16 August between 10am and 12pm:\n\n\n\n\nAt a time that best suits y ou.\n\n\n\nTo speak with the Chamber team on developments and priorities.\ n\n\n\nMeet other business owners.\n\n\n\nGrab a free coffee. \n\n\n\n\nT he theme for this Pop Up Chamber is 'Chamber membership: What's in it for you?\n\n\n\nCome meet Chamber Liaisons (Julia and Richard) to discuss the features and benefits of our new membership offering\, and learn more abou t the Chamber's advocacy\, events\, and future plans. \;\n\n\n\nThis f ree event is open to all Chamber members and their guests\, and the broade r Whitsundays business community.  \n\n\n\nThere is no need to book\, bu t you are welcome to register to let us know to you are planning to drop i n. \;\n\n\n\n\nTime and date: \;10am-12pm\, Wednesday 16 August 20 23\n\n\n\nLocation: \;Whitsunday Creatives\, 4/56 Main Street\, Proser pine \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[sharethis-inline-buttons]\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/06/Coffee-meeting.jpg LOCATION:Whitsunday Creatives\, 4/56 Main Street\, Proserpine \, Queensland \, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=4/56 Main Street\, Proserpi ne \, Queensland \, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Whitsunday Creati ves:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:14@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20230914T073000Z DTEND:20230914T090000Z DTSTAMP:20240215T215347Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/chamber-on-tap-septem ber/ SUMMARY:Chamber on Tap - September DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for drinks\, canapes\, learning\, and networking. \n\ n\n\nAt our September Chamber on Tap event\, we are delighted to showcase a number of free business support services offered to the region by the Qu eensland Government Department of Youth Justice\, Employment\, Small Busin ess and Training. \n\n\n\nOur guest speakers will be:\n\n\n\n\nJo McKee\, on the Mentoring for Growth program that connects you with experienced men tors to help you adapt to changing conditions\, new opportunities\, and ov ercoming challenges.\n\n\n\nKristy Wilson\, from Business Wellness Coachin g North Queensland offering one-on-one\, customised support to help addres s stress impacts.\n\n\n\nAdam Stephen\, an Industry Workforce Advisor focu sed on providing solutions to your employment challenges\, and connecting you with programs\, incentives\, and funding.\n\n\n\nKim Carlyon\, outlini ng Back to Work funding available for employers who hire eligible unemploy ed Queenslanders.\n\n\n\nJulia Wheway\, on TAFE Queensland's fee free cour ses and programs for business owners and managers. \n\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all Chamber members and their guests\, and the broader Whitsunday s business community. \; \;\n\n\n\n\nTime and date: \;5:30pm-7 :00pm\, Thursday 14 September 2023\n\n\n\nLocation: \;Reef Gateway Hot el\, 38 Shute Harbour Road\, Cannonvale\n\n\n\nRefreshments: Canapes will be served\, and attendees will receive two free drink vouchers. Cash bar w ill be available. \n\n\n\n\nRegistrations are now open.\n\n\n\n\nFree memb er tickets: To claim your free tickets\, 2023-24 financial year Chamber me mbers need to apply their unique event ticket code that has been emailed t o them. \n\n\n\nDiscounted tickets: $18.75 for Tourism Whitsundays or the Bowen Chamber of Commerce members.\n\n\n\nNon-member tickets: $25. \n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[sharethis-inline-buttons]\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/06/71093-800x600-0.jpg LOCATION:Reef Gateway Hotel\, 38 Shute Harbour Road\, Cannonvale\, Queensla nd \, 4802\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=38 Shute Harbour Road\, Can nonvale\, Queensland \, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Reef G ateway Hotel:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:18@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20230926T030000Z DTEND:20230926T040000Z DTSTAMP:20230907T000310Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/vision-for-the-whitsu ndays-focus-group-arts/ SUMMARY:Vision for the Whitsundays Focus Group - Arts\, Culture & Heritage DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber's Vision for the Whitsundays project aims to arti culate an economic vision for the Whitsundays that is informed by regional commerce and industry. The project will:\n\n\n\n\nexplore what the Whitsu ndays of the future looks like\, and why\; \n\n\n\nunderstanding the curre nt major drivers of change and points of resistance\; and\n\n\n\nwhat we n eed to do now to future proof tomorrow.\n\n\n\n\nChamber members and the w ider Whitsunday community are invited to participate in the project's rese arch focus group to identify issues\, brainstorm possibilities\, and frame recommendations. \n\n\n\nThe focus groups will be facilitated by our Cham ber Liaisons who are experienced in delivering engaging research and trans lating research findings into practical recommendations. The Chamber Liais ons will ensure discussions are respectful and relevant\, inclusive of all perspectives\, future-focused and solution-orientated. \n\n\n\nInsights a nd recommendations will be published in a report in May 2024.\n\n\n\nThis theme for this focus group is the economic contribution of arts\, culture and heritage. The focus group will explore two questions:\n\n\n\n\nWhat is the desired future state of arts\, culture\, and heritage in our region? \n\n\n\nWhat does the business community and other stakeholders need to do to achieve this desired state? \n\n\n\n\nRegistrations are essential as p laces are strictly limited to 12 people per focus group.\n\n\n\nREGISTER H ERE and receive further information.\n\n\n\nTime and date: 1:00pm-2:00pm T uesday 26 September. \n\n\n\nLocation: Whitsunday Creatives\, 4/56 Main St reet\, Proserpine \;\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/08/Chamber-Slider-6.png LOCATION:Whitsunday Creatives\, 4/56 Main Street\, Proserpine \, Queensland \, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=4/56 Main Street\, Proserpi ne \, Queensland \, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Whitsunday Creati ves:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:20@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20231003T233000Z DTEND:20231004T003000Z DTSTAMP:20230928T043132Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/vision-for-the-whitsu ndays-focus-group-sustainability-resilience/ SUMMARY:Vision for the Whitsundays Focus Group - Sustainability & Resilienc e DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber's Vision for the Whitsundays project aims to arti culate an economic vision for the Whitsundays that is informed by regional commerce and industry. The project will:\n\n\n\n\nexplore what the Whitsu ndays of the future looks like\, and why\; \n\n\n\nunderstanding the curre nt major drivers of change and points of resistance\; and\n\n\n\nwhat we n eed to do now to future proof tomorrow.\n\n\n\n\nChamber members and the w ider Whitsunday community are invited to participate in the project's rese arch focus group to identify issues\, brainstorm possibilities\, and frame recommendations. \n\n\n\nThe focus groups will be facilitated by our Cham ber Liaisons who are experienced in delivering engaging research and trans lating research findings into practical recommendations. The Chamber Liais ons will ensure discussions are respectful and relevant\, inclusive of all perspectives\, future-focused and solution-orientated. \n\n\n\nInsights a nd recommendations will be published in a report in May 2024.\n\n\n\nThis theme for this focus group is sustainable practices and resilience-buildin g measures that will fortify our future economy. The focus group will expl ore two questions:\n\n\n\n\nWhat is the desired future state of the region 's environmental resilience and disaster preparedness? \n\n\n\nWhat does t he business community and other stakeholders need to do to achieve this de sired state?\n\n\n\n\nRegistrations are essential as places are strictly l imited to 12 people per focus group.\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE and receive furt her information.\n\n\n\nTime and date: 9:30am-10:30am Wednesday 4 October\ n\n\n\nLocation: PRD Whitsunday Real Estate\, Shop 1\, 230 Shute Harbour R oad\, Cannonvale\n\n\n\nThis project is totally independent and apolitical \, and wholly initiated and undertaken by the Chamber. This project has no t been commissioned or funded by local\, state\, or federal government\, d epartment\, or agency.\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/08/Chamber-Slider-6.png LOCATION:PRD Whitsunday Real Estate\, Shop 1\, 230 Shute Harbour Road\, Can nonvale\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Shop 1\, 230 Shute Harbour Road\, Cannonvale\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=PRD Whitsunday Re al Estate:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:31@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231016 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231201 DTSTAMP:20240215T215905Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/csptafe/ SUMMARY:Chamber Support Program DESCRIPTION:\nOptional Chamber Support Program \n\n\n\nThe Whitsunday Chamb er of Commerce is delighted to offer an exclusive Chamber Support Program to provide ongoing support to foster sustainable business growth.\n\n\n\nT his program will include:\n\n\n\n\nFour (4) tickets to an Award Ceremony C hamber event to be held upon successful completion of TAFE Queensland trai ning\;\n\n\n\nInvitation to participate in exclusive Chamber-hosted quarte rly virtual meet ups (face-to-face\, virtual\, and hybrid) throughout 2024 to help maintain momentum\, implementation\, and forge greater support\;\ n\n\n\nPublished profile in Chamber communications (website\, social media \, and regional media announcements)\; and\n\n\n\nFree 12-month Chamber Bu siness Basics membership for non-members.\n\n\n\n\nThe Chamber Support Pro gram is optional\, and fees apply ($299 for current Chamber members\, and $499 for non-members). \n\n\n\nThe Chamber is grateful for the Whitsunday Regional Council's support in bringing this initiative to the region. \n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/09/Blog-Image-230921.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:29@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20231018T010000Z DTEND:20231018T020000Z DTSTAMP:20230928T043128Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/vision-for-the-whitsu ndays-focus-group-future-workforce-education-training/ SUMMARY:Vision for the Whitsundays Focus Group - Future Workforce\, Educati on & Training DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber's Vision for the Whitsundays project aims to arti culate an economic vision for the Whitsundays that is informed by regional commerce and industry. The project will:\n\n\n\n\nexplore what the Whitsu ndays of the future looks like\, and why\; \n\n\n\nunderstanding the curre nt major drivers of change and points of resistance\; and\n\n\n\nwhat we n eed to do now to future proof tomorrow.\n\n\n\n\nChamber members and the w ider Whitsunday community are invited to participate in the project's rese arch focus group to identify issues\, brainstorm possibilities\, and frame recommendations. \n\n\n\nThe focus groups will be facilitated by our Cham ber Liaisons who are experienced in delivering engaging research and trans lating research findings into practical recommendations. The Chamber Liais ons will ensure discussions are respectful and relevant\, inclusive of all perspectives\, future-focused and solution-orientated. \n\n\n\nInsights a nd recommendations will be published in a report in May 2024.\n\n\n\nThis theme for this focus group is the region's future workforce\, the work the y will be doing and the skills they need. The focus group will explore two questions:\n\n\n\n\nWhat will 'work' look like in 15 years' time?\n\n\n\n What does the business community and other stakeholders need to do to nurt ure the region's future workforce and develop critical skills and capabili ties? \n\n\n\n\nRegistrations are essential as places are strictly limited to 12 people per focus group.\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE and receive further in formation and the Zoom link. \n\n\n\nTime and date: 11:00am-12:00pm Wednes day 18 October \n\n\n\nLocation: This focus group will be held online via Zoom. \n\n\n\nThis project is totally independent and apolitical\, and who lly initiated and undertaken by the Chamber. This project has not been com missioned or funded by local\, state\, or federal government\, department\ , or agency.\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/08/Chamber-Slider-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:15@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20231018T213000Z DTEND:20231018T230000Z DTSTAMP:20231018T070949Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/october/ SUMMARY:AGM & Chamber Connect DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber's Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Chamber Connec t event will be held 7:30am-9:00am Thursday 19 October at the Whitsunday G reen Club\, 1 Regatta Bvd\, Cannon Valley.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING\n\n\n\nThe AGM will commence 7:30am Thursday 19 Oct ober. \n\n\n\nThe AGM is open to all\, and eligible members (Business Basi cs\, Advanced and Premium) have voting rights. \n\n\n\nAGENDA\n\n\n\nGener al Business\n\n\n\n1. Accept minutes of 2022 Annual General Meeting \; \n\n\n\n2. Submit President's Report \;\n\n\n\n3. Receive Treasurer's Report \n\n\n\n4. Receive Auditor's Report \n\n\n\n5. Present the audited financial statement for adoption\n\n\n\n6. Appoint auditor for 2023-24\n \n\n\n7. Election of Office Bearers for 2023-24: Candidates are listed alp habetically below. \;Consideration may be given to late nominations.\n \n\n\n\nJannah Baker (Scallywag Fabrication) for Board member [proposed An nette Neil\, seconded Allan Milostic]\n\n\n\nMelinda Louise Hutchings (Mel inda Louise Media) for Board member [proposed Allan Milostic\, seconded An nette Neil]\n\n\n\nAllan Milostic (LiveLife Pharmacy) \;for President [proposed Gus Walsgott\, seconded Annette Neil]\n\n\n\nAnnette Neil (PRD W hitsunday Real Estate) for Treasurer [proposed Kim Porter\, seconded Gus W alsgott]\n\n\n\nAnthony Nobilia (Airlie Beach Executive Services) for Boar d member [proposed Annette Neil\, seconded Allan Milostic]\n\n\n\nKim Port er (Hummingbird Refrigeration\, Electrical &\; Air Conditioning) for Bo ard member [proposed Gus Walsgott\, seconded Annette Neil]\n\n\n\nMegan Ta ylor (Kapow Interactive) for Secretary [proposed Gus Walsgott\, seconded A nnette Neil]\n\n\n\nGus Walsgott (Bendigo Community Bank Cannonvale-Proser pine) for Vice President [proposed Annette Neil\, seconded Kim Porter]\n\n \n\n\nExtraordinary Business \;\n\n\n\nSpecial resolution 1: Change th e name of the \;Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry. \;In light of the merger with the Proserpine Chamber of Commerce and the Chamb er's future plans\, a name change is proposed to be more inclusive of (1) the region we serve and (2) the region's business community of trades\, sm all businesses\, commerce\, and industry. \;\n\n\n\nSpecial resolution 2: Accept the new Constitution. \;The draft Constitution follows the Model Rules set by the Queensland Government Office of Fair Trading and ai ms to provide a new\, modernised governing instrument that establishes&nbs p\;autonomy\, future flexibility\, and simplicity. Major changes include:\ n\n\n\n\nRule 2 Name – The proposed new Chamber name\, Whitsundays Chamb er of Commerce and Industry\n\n\n\nRule 3a(i) Objects – The focus of the Chamber to be inclusive of trade\, small business\, commerce and industry .\n\n\n\nRule 9 Admission and rejection of new members – Proposed new st andard model rule process of approving membership at regular Board meeting s. \n\n\n\nRule 18(2) Membership of the Board – Board members are to be current financial members at all times.\n\n\n\nRule 18(3) Membership of th e Board – Board member term of office \;is two years.\n\n\n\nRule 18 (4) Membership of the Board – At each annual general meeting of the asso ciation\, fifty (50%) per cent of members of the Board who have served a t wo (2) year term must retire from office\, but are eligible\, on nominatio n\, for re-election for another two (2) year term.\n\n\n\n\nConsideration of any additional special resolutions presented to the Board.\n\n\n\nPROXI ES\n\n\n\nIf you are unable to attend the AGM and wish to vote on the reso lutions\, please complete the proxy form and return to it the Cahmber via email by 5pm Wednesday 18 October.  \;\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n CHAMBER CONNECT\n\n\n\nFollowing the AGM\, will be two keynote presentatio ns.\n\n\n\nThe first presentation will be from Amanda Camm MP\, Queensland Member for Whitsunday\, on business and industry issues being explored by State Government and preview of 2024 priorities. \n\n\n\nThe second prese ntation will be by Rob Cocco\, CEO \;Regional Development Australia Gr eater Whitsundays\, on the following:\n\n\n\n\nDesignated Area Migration A greement (DAMA) – where we are at and what next?\n\n\n\nHousing crisis&n bsp\;– update on the region’s housing action plan.\n\n\n\nDecarbonisat ion – what is happening in this space regarding regional planning and tr ansformation?\n\n\n\nFederal Grants – update on some key grants in play and available.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistrations are now open !\n\n\n\n\nTime and date: \;7:30am-9:00am Thursday 19 October 2023\n\n \n\nLocation: \;Whitsunday Green Club\, Cannon Valley\n\n\n\n\nTickets :\n\n\n\n\nMembers FREE: \;Chamber members using new unique event code .\n\n\n\nTourism Whitsunday\, Bowen Chamber of Commerce and Bowen Gumlu Gr owers Association members: \;$18.75\n\n\n\nNon-members: $25\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n[sharethis-inline-buttons]\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/06/board-room-3.jpg LOCATION:Whitsunday Green Club\, 1 Regatta Bvd\, Cannon Valley\, QLD\, 4802 \, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=1 Regatta Bvd\, Cannon Vall ey\, QLD\, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Whitsunday Green Cl ub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:32@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20231020T073000Z DTEND:20231020T120000Z DTSTAMP:20230922T021619Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/2023-whitsundays-busi ness-awards/ SUMMARY:2023 Whitsundays Business Awards DESCRIPTION:\nIn 2023 the Chamber partnered with Tourism Whitsundays and Bo wen Tourism and Business in the Whitsundays Business Awards to extend th e celebration of our amazing tourism industry into the greater business co mmunity of the Whitsundays. \n\n\n\nThe Awards Event will be held from 5: 30pm Friday 20 October at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre. \n\n\n\nThe Business Award categories to be presented at the event include: \n\n\n\n\ nAward For Excellence in \;Customer Service by an Individual or Busine ss\n\n\n\nAward For Most Outstanding Whitsundays Retailer \; \;\n\ n\n\nAward For Most Outstanding Whitsundays Booking Service \;\n\n\n\n Award For Most Outstanding Whitsundays Hospitality Venue\n\n\n\nAward For Most Outstanding Whitsundays Services Provider\n\n\n\nBowen\, Collinsville and \;Proserpine Business of the Year\n\n\n\nWhitsundays Business of the Year\n\n\n\n\nBook your tickets directly with Tourism Whitsundays \n\n \n\nPlease note\, for Whitsunday Coast Chamber of Commerce members your un ique event booking code does not apply for this event. \n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/07/Blog-Image-13-1024x683-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:21@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20231024T233000Z DTEND:20231025T003000Z DTSTAMP:20230928T043125Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/vision-for-the-whitsu ndays-focus-group-economic-growth-opportunities/ SUMMARY:Vision for the Whitsundays Focus Group - Economic Growth & Opportun ities DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber's Vision for the Whitsundays project aims to arti culate an economic vision for the Whitsundays that is informed by regional commerce and industry. The project will:\n\n\n\n\nexplore what the Whitsu ndays of the future looks like\, and why\; \n\n\n\nunderstanding the curre nt major drivers of change and points of resistance\; and\n\n\n\nwhat we n eed to do now to future proof tomorrow.\n\n\n\n\nChamber members and the w ider Whitsunday community are invited to participate in the project's rese arch focus group to identify issues\, brainstorm possibilities\, and frame recommendations. \n\n\n\nThe focus groups will be facilitated by our Cham ber Liaisons who are experienced in delivering engaging research and trans lating research findings into practical recommendations. The Chamber Liais ons will ensure discussions are respectful and relevant\, inclusive of all perspectives\, future-focused and solution-orientated. \n\n\n\nInsights a nd recommendations will be published in a report in May 2024.\n\n\n\nThis theme for this focus group is opportunities to grow and advance our future economy. The focus group will explore two questions:\n\n\n\n\nWhat will b e the key drivers of our region's future economy? \n\n\n\nWhat does the bu siness community and other stakeholders need to do to harness these future opportunities? \n\n\n\n\nRegistrations are essential as places are strict ly limited to 12 people per focus group.\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE and receive further information.\n\n\n\nTime and date: 9:30am-10:30am Wednesday 25 Oct ober \n\n\n\nLocation: PRD Whitsunday Real Estate\, Shop 1\, 230 Shute Har bour Road\, Cannonvale\n\n\n\nThis project is totally independent and apol itical\, and wholly initiated and undertaken by the Chamber. This project has not been commissioned or funded by local\, state\, or federal governme nt\, department\, or agency.\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/08/Chamber-Slider-6.png LOCATION:PRD Whitsunday Real Estate\, Shop 1\, 230 Shute Harbour Road\, Can nonvale\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Shop 1\, 230 Shute Harbour Road\, Cannonvale\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=PRD Whitsunday Re al Estate:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:33@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20231025T023000Z DTEND:20231025T030000Z DTSTAMP:20231012T214716Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/make-finding-and-mana ging-grants-easy/ SUMMARY:Make finding and managing grants easy DESCRIPTION:\nWant your share of the $64 billion worth of grants but just d on’t know how to find the right grant?\n\n\n\nJoin us for a free 30-minu te lunchtime webinar designed to make finding and managing grants easy!\n\ n\n\nThe Whitsunday Coast Chamber of Commerce is delighted to partner with  \;Greater Whitsunday Alliance \;(GW3) to host this event.\n\n\n\n Hear from GW3’s Grants Program Coordinator\, Cindy Baker\, on how to nav igate and maximise the \;Grant Finder platform \;which helps busin esses and community groups search for government and non-government grant opportunities in one place.\n\n\n\nThe Greater Whitsunday Grant Finder Ser vice is an easy to navigate system that you can easily learn \;how to use\, saving you time and ensuring you can get all the right information q uickly on all grants in one place. You can also get the latest information on relevant grants and funding to suit your needs sent directly to you so you will never miss out on that grant again!\n\n\n\nThis free 30-minute w ebinar is open to all Chamber members and the Whitsunday business communit y.\n\n\n\nTime and date: \;12:30pm-1:00pm Wednesday 25 October\n\n\n\n Location: Online via Teams (link provided on registration)\n\n\n\nRegiste r your free spot with Greater Whitsunday Alliance and receive a calendar i nvite with the Teams link. \n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/10/Blog-Image-231013.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:30@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20231031T010000Z DTEND:20231031T020000Z DTSTAMP:20231030T010925Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/vision-for-the-whitsu ndays-focus-group-innovation-digital-technology-ai/ SUMMARY:Vision for the Whitsundays Focus Group - Innovation\, Digital Techn ology & Artificial Intelligence DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber's Vision for the Whitsundays project aims to arti culate an economic vision for the Whitsundays that is informed by regional commerce and industry. The project will:\n\n\n\n\nexplore what the Whitsu ndays of the future looks like\, and why\; \n\n\n\nunderstanding the curre nt major drivers of change and points of resistance\; and\n\n\n\nwhat we n eed to do now to future proof tomorrow.\n\n\n\n\nChamber members and the w ider Whitsunday community are invited to participate in the project's rese arch focus group to identify issues\, brainstorm possibilities\, and frame recommendations. \n\n\n\nThe focus groups will be facilitated by our Cham ber Liaisons who are experienced in delivering engaging research and trans lating research findings into practical recommendations. The Chamber Liais ons will ensure discussions are respectful and relevant\, inclusive of all perspectives\, future-focused and solution-orientated. \n\n\n\nInsights a nd recommendations will be published in a report in May 2024.\n\n\n\nThis theme for this focus group is on innovation\, digital technology and artif icial intelligence (AI). The focus group will explore two questions:\n\n\n \n\nHow will innovation\, digital technology and AI transform the region's economy? Which ones\, and why?\n\n\n\nWhat does the business community an d other stakeholders need to do to harness these future opportunities?\n\n \n\n\nRegistrations are essential as places are strictly limited to 12 peo ple per focus group.\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE and receive further information and the Zoom link. \n\n\n\nTime and date: 11:00am-12:00pm Tuesday 31 Octob er \n\n\n\nLocation: This focus group will be held online via Zoom. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nThis project is totally independent and apolitical\, and wholly initiated and undertaken by the Chamber. This project has not been commiss ioned or funded by local\, state\, or federal government\, department\, or agency.\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/08/Chamber-Slider-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:13@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20231128T213000Z DTEND:20231128T233000Z DTSTAMP:20231121T031831Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/november/ SUMMARY:Pop Up Chamber - November DESCRIPTION:\nPop Up Chamber is a free event for all. \n\n\n\nIt is an info rmal gathering of business owners and the Chamber team where you can drop in\, learn more about businesses in the region\, get up-to-date on Chamber developments and have your say\, network\, and grab a free coffee from ou r friends at Little Vintage Cafe and fruit treats and giveaways from Drake s Proserpine. \n\n\n\nThis Pop Up Chamber will feature the team from Hummi ngbird Refrigeration\, Electrical &\; Air Conditioning who will share h ints and tips for air conditioner season\, their plans for environmental s ustainability and energy efficiency\, and grab a voucher for a free air co nditioner service (valued at $110 for one unit). Learn more »\n\n\n\nThis Pop Up Chamber has been kindly hosted by Fresh Fields News &\; Gifts. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to all Chamber members and their guests\, and t he broader Whitsundays business community. \; \;\n\n\n\nThere is n o need to book\, but you are welcome to register to let us know to you are planning to drop in. \;\n\n\n\n\nTime and date: 7:30am-9:30am\, Wedne sday 29 November 2023\n\n\n\nLocation: \;Fresh Fields News &\; Gift s\, Shop 5\, Fresh Fields Shopping Centre\, corner Main &\; Herbert Str eets\, Proserpine\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[sharethis-inline-buttons]\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/06/Coffee-meeting.jpg LOCATION:Fresh Fields Shopping Centre\, corner of Main &\; Herbert Stree ts\, Proserpine \, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=corner of Main & Herbert St reets\, Proserpine \, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Fresh Fields Sh opping Centre:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:17@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20231130T073000Z DTEND:20231130T100000Z DTSTAMP:20231116T002951Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/endofyear-november/ SUMMARY:End of Year Celebration - November DESCRIPTION:\nThis year\, the Chamber and Tourism Whitsundays have joined f orces for the ultimate end of year celebration for the Whitsundays busines s community!\n\n\n\nThe event will be held 6:00pm-8:00pm Thursday 30 Novem ber 2023 at the Reef Gateway Hotel\, Cannonvale.\n\n\n\nChamber and Touris m Whitsundays see this joint event as a way to bring the entire business c ommunity together to celebrate 2023\, as well as an opportunity for everyo ne to participate in making a sizable and significate donation to the Whit sunday Neighbourhood Centre's annual Adopt a Family Christmas appeal.\n\n\ n\nThere will be industry updates\, short speeches from some worthy causes \, entertainment\, nibbles\, raffle draw\, \;and of course \;prize s for best dressed.\n\n\n\nTo help boost the Whitsunday Neighbourhood Cent re's Adopt-a-Family program\, we will have a raffle upon entry on the nigh t\, with tickets going for $1 each.\n\n\n\n\nTime and date: \;5:30pm-8 :00pm Thursday 30 November 2023\n\n\n\nLocation: Reef Gateway Hotel\, Can nonvale \n\n\n\nMember tickets: FREE using the unique event code emailed 1 6 November. \n\n\n\nNon-member tickets: $25\n\n\n\n\nRegister for the even t »\n\n\n\nDon't forget to place your bids!\n\n\n\nA silent online auctio n offers a collection of donated Whitsundays experiences\, holidays\, and activities.\n\n\n\nEvery dollar raised from this auction will brighten the holidays of those in need through the Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre's A dopt-a-Family program.\n\n\n\nPlace your bid by midnight Wednesday 29 Nove mber »\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[sharethis-inline-buttons]\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/07/Blog-Image-231116.png LOCATION:Reef Gateway Hotel\, 38 Shute Harbour Road\, Cannonvale\, Queensla nd \, 4802\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=38 Shute Harbour Road\, Can nonvale\, Queensland \, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Reef G ateway Hotel:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:41@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20240305T083000Z DTEND:20240305T100000Z DTSTAMP:20240229T000645Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/meet-the-candidates/ SUMMARY:Meet the Candidates DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber invites you to \;meet the Mayor and Division 2 Councillor candidates for the 2024 Whitsunday \;Regional Council&nbs p\;election on 6:30pm-8:00pm Tuesday 5 March at The Ballroom\, Coral Sea M arina Resort\, Airlie Beach.\n\n\n\nThis event is exclusively for members of the Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry\, the Bowen Chamber of Commerce\, Tourism Whitsundays and Bowen Collinsville Enterprise\, and wi ll explore specific issues relating to business\, industry\, and economic development.\n\n\n\nCandidates attending will be:\n\n\n\n\nPhil BATTY\, Ma yor candidate\n\n\n\nClay BAUMAN\, Division 2 Councillor candidate \n\n\n\ nRy COLLINS\, Mayor candidate\n\n\n\nRichard EVANS\, Mayor candidate\n\n\n \nPeter HOOD\, Mayor candidate\n\n\n\nTony PRICE\, Division 2 Councillor c andidate\n\n\n\n\nJudy Porter from Shiift will facilitate proceedings. \n\ n\n\nFree tickets are strictly limited to two people per member. Please us e the exclusive event registration code provided to claim your free ticket s. Places are limited to a maximum of 50 attendees.\n\n\n\nAlso when regis tering\, you will be able to pose a question that might be asked on the ni ght. \n\n\n\nNot a member? Join today! Alternatively\, you can attend one of the free public events hosted by other organisations to meet the candid ates or you can contact candidates direct. \n\n\n\n\nTime and date: \; 6:30pm-8:00pm Tuesday 5 March 2024\n\n\n\nLocation: \;The Ballroom\, C oral Sea Marina Resort\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[sharethis-inline-buttons] \n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/02/Blog-Image-240216c.png LOCATION:Coral Sea Resort\, 25 Ocean View Avenue\, Airlie Beach\, QLD\, 480 2\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=25 Ocean View Avenue\, Airl ie Beach\, QLD\, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Coral Sea Res ort:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:42@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240409T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240409T193000 DTSTAMP:20240325T224940Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/insurance-explained-s pecial-event/ SUMMARY:Insurance Explained: Special Event DESCRIPTION:\nRecent weather events are a timely reminder about the importa nce of having up-to-date information to help make decisions about insuranc e and your business. \n\n\n\nThe Department of Employment\, Small Business and Training\, and the Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce &\; Industry\, invites you to a free event featuring insurance industry experts.\n\n\n\nJ oin us to discuss all things insurance. Gain valuable insights into insura nce coverage delivered by industry leaders\, tailored specifically for sma ll businesses.\n\n\n\nThis event will provide business owners with practic al information about insurance\, including complaint resolution\, to suppo rt business resilience planning and disaster recovery. Industry experts fr om Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA)\, Insurance Council Au stralia (ICA) and Office of Queensland Small Business Commissioner will be presenting at the event (QSBC).\n\n\n\nOur Panel of guest speakers includ es Chris Liamos Senior Ombudsman\, (AFCA)\, Alexandra Hordern General Mana ger\, Regulatory and Consumer Policy\, (ICA)\, and Peter Maddock Director Assistance (QSBC).\n\n\n\nThe event will be held:\n\n\n\n\nTime and date:& nbsp\;Tuesday 9 April 5.30-7.30pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \;The Reef Gateway Hotel\, Cannonvale. \n\n\n\nRegistration: Free event\, light refreshments and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.\n\n\n\n\nComplete the regis tration form to book your spot: Registration Form - Insurance Explained - Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce &\; Industry (eventsair.com)\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/01/Blog-Image-240131.png LOCATION:Reef Gateway Hotel\, 38 Shute Harbour Road\, Cannonvale\, Queensla nd \, 4802\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=38 Shute Harbour Road\, Can nonvale\, Queensland \, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Reef G ateway Hotel:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:43@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20240516T030000Z DTEND:20240516T063000Z DTSTAMP:20240510T224211Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/2024-conference/ SUMMARY:2024 Whitsunday Business Conference DESCRIPTION:\nThe Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announce d a revised program for the 2024 Whitsunday Business Conference\, seizing the opportunity to host a shorter event on Thursday 16 May 2024 to coincid e with a visit from the Queensland Small Business Commissioner to our regi on.\n\n\n\nThe Thursday 16 May program will be held 1:00pm-4:30pm at Mantr a Club Croc\, Cannonvale. It will preview what to expect from the 2025 Whi tsunday Business Conference.\n\n\n\nRegister today to take part of a numbe r of timely and provocative conversations on the following topics with oth er local business owners on:\n\n\n\n\nOfficial welcome by Amanda Camm MP\, Member for Whitsunday\n\n\n\nWhat are your business pain points? \;Wh at are the pressing issues facing small business in our region?\n\n\n\nSup ercharge your People Power sharing top tips on how to deal with changing s taff attitudes and work ethic\, young employees through to an ageing workf orce\, finding stability with transient workers and staff turnover\, and d iversity and inclusion in small business with Amanda Anderson (Bendigo Com munity Bank Cannonvale-Proserpine)\, Georgia Lavers (Greater Whitsunday Al liance) and Brian Ward (My Pathway).\n\n\n\nDon’t tell me it can’t be done! Stories and strategies on re-inventing your business\, rejecting cha llenges and overcoming limitations\, and how to lead your team to exceed e xpectations with speakers Julia Wheway (TAFE Queensland)\, Kristian Mulhol land (Tassal Proserpine Prawn Farm)\, and Andrew Paranomos (McDonald's Res taurants Airlie Beach\, Bowen &\; Cannonvale).\n\n\n\nHave your say on the 2025 Conference to shape the 2025 Whitsunday Business Conference.\n\n\ n\n\nThe program will be followed by a meet and greet event 5pm-7pm at the Mantra Club Croc\, hosted by the Whitsunday Regional Council\, with the Q ueensland Small Business Commissioner to better understand her role and di scuss challenges and opportunities facing small business in our region.&nb sp\;\n\n\n\n\nTime and date: \;1:00pm-4:30pm Thursday 16 May 2024 then 5pm-7pm Queensland Small Business Commissioner event\n\n\n\nLocation:&nbs p\;Mantra Club Croc\, Cannonvale \n\n\n\nRefreshments: Light refreshments and afternoon tea included. \n\n\n\n\nRegistrations now open! \n\n\n\n\nFr ee tickets for Chamber members. To claim your free tickets\, Chamber membe rs need to apply their unique event ticket code at the check out/cart. For gotten your code? Contact the Chamber. \n\n\n\nDiscounted tickets: $18.75 for members of Tourism Whitsundays\, Bowen Chamber of Commerce\, and Bowen Gumlu Growers Association.\n\n\n\nNon-member tickets: $25.\n\n\n\n\nOnce registered\, you are welcome to provide a special offer -- a discount\, pr oduct or service -- to other attendees on the day. Contact the Chamber to learn how! \n\n\n\nThank you! \n\n\n\nThe Chamber wishes to thank our majo r sponsors\, Conference media partner\, and supporters for their generosit y for the 2024 and 2025 Whitsunday Business Conference. \n\n\n\nThis Regio nal Networker Grant event is a part of Queensland Small Business Month and is also proudly supported and funded by the Queensland Government.\n\n\n\ n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/02/Blog-Image-Conference.png LOCATION:Mantra Club Croc Airlie Beach\, 240 Shute Harbour Road\, Cannonval e\, Queensland \, 4802\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=240 Shute Harbour Road\, Ca nnonvale\, Queensland \, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Mantr a Club Croc Airlie Beach:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:49@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240611T120000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240611T130000 DTSTAMP:20240515T042935Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/webinar-are-you-ready -for-when-the-right-grant-comes-along/ SUMMARY:Webinar: Are you ready for when the right grant comes along? DESCRIPTION:\nWith our $50 billion worth of grants available\, don't miss y our chance to be grant ready and know the key do's and don'ts of grant wri ting. \n\n\n\nThis free lunchtime webinar will be presented by community a nd business expert Natalie Bramble in partnership with Greater Whitsundays Alliance and the Local Buying Foundation. \n\n\n\nThe link to join the se ssion will be emailed to you prior to the event.\n\n\n\n\nTime and date: 1 2:00pm-1:00pm Tuesday 11 June \n\n\n\nLocation: Online   \n\n\n\nRegister today for your free spot.\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/05/Grant-Workshop-Online-11.06.2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:44@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240613T073000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240613T090000 DTSTAMP:20240611T043437Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/chamber-connect-getti ng-free-media-for-your-business/ SUMMARY:Chamber Connect: Getting Free Media for Your Business DESCRIPTION:\nWould you love more media coverage for your business?\n\n\n\n Don’t know where to start\, or want to try something different?\n\n\n\nG etting quality media coverage is a vital part of building your business br and and sales. But many businesses of all sizes often don’t know how to get noticed by the media or think they don’t have a newsworthy story to tell. Plus\, journalists are constantly trying to find interesting people to write about and talk to – your business could be one of them!\n\n\n\n Mark your calendars for 7:30am-9:00am Thursday 13 June at Whitsunday Green Golf Club\, Cannon Valley\, on ‘Getting Free Media for Your Business’ .\n\n\n\nHosted by the Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry\, regi onal media outlets and specialists will answer your questions on how to ge t free publicity \;for your business\, top tips for maximising your me dia exposure\, and how to respond to media enquiries.  \;\n\n\n\nGuest speakers will be:\n\n\n\n\nDeb Friend\, Editor of Whitsunday News.\n\n\n\ nPaul O'Connor\, General Manager of Star 101.9\, 4MK and Kix MACKAY.\n\n\n \nTegan Philpott\, former Chief of Staff for ABC Tropical North and curren t Stakeholder and Sponsorship Manager for CQ Rescue.\n\n\n\nRachael Smith\ , Managing Editor of Mackay and Whitsunday Life. \n\n\n\n\nStart your day with like-minded local business owners and Chamber Board members and the t eam who will provide an update on Chamber activities and hear your views o n current business priorities.\n\n\n\nThis event is open to everyone.\n\n\ n\n\nTime and date: \;7:30am-9:00am Thursday 13 June 2024\n\n\n\nLocat ion: \;Whitsunday Green Golf Club\n\n\n\nRefreshments: Tea\, coffee an d light refreshments available. \n\n\n\n\nRegister today! \n\n\n\n\nFree t ickets for Chamber members. \n\n\n\nDiscounted tickets: $18.75 for members of Tourism Whitsundays\, Bowen Chamber of Commerce\, and Bowen Gumlu Grow ers Association.\n\n\n\nNon-member tickets: $25.\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/05/Chamber-Website-Blog-Media.png LOCATION:Whitsunday Green Club\, 1 Regatta Bvd\, Cannon Valley\, QLD\, 4802 \, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=1 Regatta Bvd\, Cannon Vall ey\, QLD\, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Whitsunday Green Cl ub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:50@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240801T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240801T120000 DTSTAMP:20240704T202019Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/nq-connect-connecting -businesses-and-job-seekers/ SUMMARY:Connecting Small Business with regional employment\, education\, an d support services DESCRIPTION:\nDiscover the range of free employment\, education\, and suppo rt \;services available to Whitsunday business owners in this interact ive forum! \;\n\n\n\nHeld in conjunction with the Chamber\, TAFE Queen sland\, and the Queensland Department of Employment\, Small Business\, and Training (DESBT) this forum provides an overview of:\n\n\n\n\nDESBT prior ities and showcase of regional activities and services for employment\, sm all business\, and training. \;\n\n\n\nFee Free TAFE offerings and sup port available for jobseekers in the region. \n\n\n\nWhitsundays Chamber o f Commerce and Industry activities\, services\, and events to support smal l business. \;\n\n\n\n\nCome here from the following guest speakers:&n bsp\; \;\n\n\n\n\nNatalie Link – Back to Work Program\, TAFE Queensl and \;\n\n\n\nJulia Wheway – Campus Manager\, TAFE Queensland\n\n\n\ nDr Julia Evans\, Chamber Liaison\, Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and In dustry\n\n\n\nLeigh-Ann Poole and Scott Cameron – DESBT \;\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis is a FREE event\, open to all. Register today »\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\nTime and date: 10am-12:30pm Thursday 1 AugustLocation: TAFE Queensland Whitsundays Campus\, CannonvaleRegistration: Free\, including morning tea. Register today »\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/05/NQ-Connect.png LOCATION:TAFE Queensland Whitsunday Campus\, 190 Shute Harbour Road\, Canno nvale\, Queensland\, 4802\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=190 Shute Harbour Road\, Ca nnonvale\, Queensland\, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=TAFE Q ueensland Whitsunday Campus:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:51@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240808T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240808T110000 DTSTAMP:20240708T052741Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/pop-up-chamber-with-p orters-mitre-10/ SUMMARY:Pop Up Chamber with Porters Mitre 10 Whitsunday: Free BBQ Brekkie\, coffee and prizes! DESCRIPTION:\nMark your calendar for 9am-11am Thursday 8 August for a free BBQ Brekkie\, coffee\, and raffle prizes for the Whitsundays business comm unity.\n\n\n\nThe Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Pop Up Chamber is a free event for all\, an informal gathering of business owners and the Chamber team where you can drop in\, meet other business owners\, get up-to-date on Chamber developments and have your say.\n\n\n\nThis Pop Up Chamber is being hosted by Porters Mitre 10 Whitsunday.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ nAbout Porters Mitre 10 Whitsunday\n\n\n\nPorters opened its store in Cann onvale in 2002\, at its current location\, after a long history of servici ng the Whitsunday region from its Mackay locations. In 2017\, the Porters hardware businesses in Mackay and Whitsundays joined the Mitre 10 buying g roup\, rebranding as Porters Mitre 10. Even after celebrating 140 years of business in 2023\, Porters remains family-owned.\n\n\n\nPorters Mitre 10 Whitsunday offers a comprehensive range of quality products for trades\, h ome projects\, and weekend DIY enthusiasts. \n\n\n\n“Our team understand s that time is money\, so we do all we can to help tradies and weekend odd -jobbers get in\, get out\, and get on with it\,” said Jay Holmes\, Port ers Mitre 10 Whitsunday Branch Manager. \n\n\n\n“On Thursday\, August 8\ , we’re hosting a BBQ Brekkie for our customers and the community to say thank you and to foster new business connections.”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome along to meet the Chamber and Porters Mitre 10 team\, and enter our raffle draw for a chance to win amazing prizes. \n\n\n\nThis is a FREE event\, o pen to all. There is no need to book\, but you are welcome to register to let us know to you are planning to drop by. Register below.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ nTime and date: 9am-11am Thursday 8 August 2024.Location: Porters Mitre 1 0 Whitsunday\, 2 Carlo Drive\, CannonvaleRegistration: Free\, including BB Q brekkie and coffee. Register below.\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/07/Chamber-Website-Blog-240705-1.png LOCATION:Porters Mitre 10\, 2 Carlo Drive\, Cannonvale\, QLD\, 4802\, Austr alia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=2 Carlo Drive\, Cannonvale\ , QLD\, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Porters Mitre 10:geo:0 ,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:45@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240815T073000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240815T090000 DTSTAMP:20240812T004043Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/vision-for-the-whitsu ndays/ SUMMARY:Vision for the Whitsundays with Mayor Ry Collins DESCRIPTION:\nWhat does the Whitsundays of the future looks like\, and why? What are the current major drivers of change and points of resistance?What do we need to do now to future proof tomorrow?\n\n\n\nIn this special Whi tsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry event\, we will explore future e conomic and business possibilities for our region. \n\n\n\nGuest speakers include:\n\n\n\n\nMayor Ry Collins\, presenting his economic development a genda and business priorities.\n\n\n\nChamber President Allan Milostic\, p resenting key insights and recommendations from the Chamber's Vision for t he Whitsundays research and advocacy project.\n\n\n\n\nThis event will als o include a presentation of the graduates from 2023 Certificate IV in Entr epreneurship program – an initiative sponsored by TAFE Queensland\, the Council\, and Chamber.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Vision for the Whitsundays project\n\n\n\nLast year\, the Chamber commenced work to articulate an ec onomic vision for the Whitsundays that is informed by the region’s trade s\, small business\, commerce\, and industry.\n\n\n\nWe invited the busine ss community\, stakeholders and individuals to inform the project’s key findings and recommendations and captured just over 130 perspectives throu gh formal submissions\, online survey\, and focus groups\, as well as revi ewing other sources of data and reports.\n\n\n\nA preview of key insights and recommendations for our economic future will be presented at this even t\, 15 August 2024.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all Chamber membe rs and their guests\, and the broader Whitsundays business community.\n\n\ n\nRegistrations now open! \n\n\n\nChamber and Tourism Whitsundays members : Two free tickets\, no code required.\n\n\n\nDiscounted tickets ($18.75) for members of our Association Partners:\n\n\n\n\nBowen Chamber of Commerc e\n\n\n\nBowen Collinsville Enterprise \n\n\n\nBowen Gumlu Growers Associa tion\n\n\n\nBowen Tourism &\; Business\n\n\n\nIsaac Business Chamber\n\ n\n\nMackay Region Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nTownsville Chamber of Commer ce \n\n\n\nWhitsundays Charter Boat Industry Association\n\n\n\n\nNon-memb er ticket: $25 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime and date: \;7:30am-9:00am Thursday 15 August 2024Location: \;Filby's Motors\, 62 Main Street\, Prosperine.Registration: Light breakfast provided. Purchase your tickets b elow.\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/08/Chamber-Slider-6.png LOCATION:Filby's Motors\, 62 Main Street\, Proserpine\, Queensland \, 4800\ , Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=62 Main Street\, Proserpine \, Queensland \, 4800\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Filby's Motor s:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:52@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240827T093000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240827T100000 DTSTAMP:20240820T022303Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/greater-digital-skill s-program/ SUMMARY:Greater Digital Skills Program DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber is partnering with Greater Whitsunday Alliance (G W3) to share news of the Greater Digital Skills Program that will provide free practical digital technology support and guidance for small to medium businesses. \; \;\n\n\n\nThe Program is free and consists \;o f 3x face-to-face masterclasses that will be held in the Whitsundays and o nline mentoring sessions held between September 2024 to May 2025. \;\n \n\n\nExpressions of interest are currently open. \;\n\n\n\nJoin us on line Tuesday 27 August to: \n\n\n\n\nHear directly from the program's exp ert The Digital Coach\, Tracey Sheen.\n\n\n\nKnow how to submit your exp ression of interest. \n\n\n\nHave the opportunity to ask questions about the program. \n\n\n\n\nRegister \n\n\n\n\nWhen: 9:30am-10am Tuesday 27 A ugust 2024\n\n\n\nWhere: Online via Zoom. \n\n\n\nRegister: FREE and ope n to all small to medium businesses. Register today »\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/08/Humanitix-Online-Launch-Greater-Digital-Skills-2160-x -1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:53@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240925T120000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240925T124500 DTSTAMP:20240911T045300Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/bites-insights-webina r-casual-employment/ SUMMARY:Bites &\; Insights Webinar: Casual Employment DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber's Bites &\; Insights initiative is a dynamic f ree webinar series designed exclusively for Chamber members by members\, o ffering a platform to showcase expertise\, engage with peers\, and stay up dated on industry trends – all during your morning tea or lunch break.\n \n\n\nCasual Employment \n\n\n\nThis Bites &\; Insights webinar will fo cus on casual employment and will be held online via Zoom 12pm-12:45pm Wed nesday 25 September. \n\n\n\nWith recent "Closing Loopholes (No.2 Act 2024 )" amendment to the Fair Work Act coming into effect on 26th August 2024 w ill mean there will be more to navigate for all businesses with regards to how they manage the employment relationship. This webinar will focus in p articular on the new definition of casual employment and what the changes mean.\n\n\n\nThe following key points will be covered:\n\n\n\n\nChange of casual definition\; practical versus contractual considerations\n\n\n\nCas ual conversion\, change of onus with stricter obligations\n\n\n\nChanges o f ordinary meaning to "employer" and "employee"\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar will be hosted by Chamber member Mark Lipkin from The Airlie Group who provide specialist industrial relations and human resources to local industry. Ha ving worked across many different industries both in Australia and abroad in all matters human resources\, industrial relations\, and consulting\, M ark's two decades of experience translates into value for his clients. Hol ding undergraduate (University of Melbourne) and post graduate degrees (Mo nash and Swinburne universities) in psychology\, human resources and comme rce\, Mark has been fortunate enough to work within major multinationals i n a range of senior positions to running a number of successful consulting practices. \;\n\n\n\nRegister now! \n\n\n\n\nWhat: Casual Employment\ n\n\n\nWhen: 12pm-12:45pm Wednesday 25 September \n\n\n\nWhere: Online via Zoom \n\n\n\nRegister: Free to Chamber members. Register here »\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/08/Chamber-Instagram-BIW-240925.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:47@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241003T183000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241003T203000 DTSTAMP:20240927T070045Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/meet-the-queensland-s tate-election-candidates/ SUMMARY:Cancelled -- Meet the Queensland State Election Candidates DESCRIPTION:\nIn the lead up to the Queensland State Election\, the Whitsun days Chamber of Commerce and Industry welcomed the opportunity to host an event on Thursday 3 October for the Whitsundays business community to meet candidates and to explore specific issues relating to business\, industry \, and economic development with them.\n\n\n\nDespite numerous communicati ons\, two of the four candidates have not confirmed their availability.\n\ n\n\nDue to this\, the Chamber board has made the decision to cancel rathe r than proceed with a half scale event.\n\n\n\nWe will be inviting all can didates to formally respond to the questions raised by our members that wo uld have been discussed at the event and look forward to sharing their pos itions in due course.\n\n\n\nWe encourage other regional special interest groups to hold their own forums with candidates\, so as to provide our com munity with opportunities to meet candidates and discuss priorities.\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/02/Blog-Image-240216c.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:46@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241011T073000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241011T090000 DTSTAMP:20241031T055130Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/chamber-connect-menta l-health-check-up-for-your-business/ SUMMARY:State Election Update and Mental Health Check Up for Your Business DESCRIPTION:\nThis Chamber event will be held 7:30am-9:00am Friday 11 Octob er at Whitsunday Green Club.\n\n\n\nThis event will commence with a discus sion on the Chamber's Queensland State Election statement and regional bus iness priorities. \n\n\n\nCoinciding with Queensland Mental Health Week\, this event will showcase the programs and resources available to business owners to support mental health and wellbeing\, and explore tips to ident ify and better manage stress\, burnout\, depression\, diet and physical he alth in the workplace. \n\n\n\nGuest speakers include:\n\n\n\n\nKirsty Wil son\, Business Wellness Coaching North Queensland\n\n\n\nGus Walsgott\, Sm all Business Financial Counselling Service North Queensland\n\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all Chamber members and their guests\, and the broader Wh itsundays business community.\n\n\n\n\nTime and date: \;7:30am-9:00am Friday 11 October 2024\n\n\n\nLocation: \;Whitsunday Green Club\, 1 Re getta Bvd\, Cannon Valley \n\n\n\nRegistration: FREE for Chamber and Touri sm Whitsundays members\, $18.75 for Association Partners\, and $25 Non-mem bers. Includes light refreshments.\n\n\n\n\nThis event is proudly sponsore d by a 2024 Queensland Mental Health Week community events grant. \n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/05/Chamber-Website-Blog-MHW.png LOCATION:Whitsunday Green Club\, 1 Regatta Bvd\, Cannon Valley\, QLD\, 4802 \, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=1 Regatta Bvd\, Cannon Vall ey\, QLD\, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Whitsunday Green Cl ub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:48@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241014T130000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241014T153000 DTSTAMP:20240816T000932Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/whitsunday-jobs-fair/ SUMMARY:Whitsunday Jobs Fair DESCRIPTION:\nThe 2024 Whitsunday Jobs Fair will connect job seekers with l ocal jobs.\n\n\n\nThe inaugural Jobs Fair will be held 1:00pm-3:30pm Monda y 14 October 2024\, bringing together job seekers and businesses from acro ss the Whitsundays.\n\n\n\nHosted at the Proserpine State High School\, th is event will bridge the gap between employers and prospective employees\, offering a unique platform for recruitment\, networking\, and career deve lopment.\n\n\n\nWith the job market evolving rapidly\, the Whitsunday Jobs Fair offers job seekers a valuable opportunity to explore a wide range of career possibilities and connect directly with employers and service prov iders ready to hire.\n\n\n\nWhether you are a school leaver\, new\, or ret urning to\, the job market\, seasoned professional\, or someone looking to switch careers\, the Jobs Fair promises something for everyone.\n\n\n\nEv ent highlights:\n\n\n\n\nMeet Whitsunday employers: A number of employers from diverse industries will be present\, offering positions ranging from entry-level to specialist roles.\n\n\n\nOn-site interviews: Some employers might conduct on-the-spot interviews\, so come prepared with your resume\ , positive job ready attitude\, and dressed to impress!\n\n\n\nNetworking opportunities: Engage with local business leaders\, human resource profess ionals\, and recruiters to expand your understanding of current job roles and build your network.\n\n\n\n\nDon't miss your chance to take the next s tep in your workforce journey. Whether you're actively job hunting or simp ly curious about what's out there\, the Whitsundays Jobs Fair will be the place to be.\n\n\n\nEmployers – book your spot today!\n\n\n\nFor employe rs with genuine job opportunities\, please contact Scott McPherson on mobi le 0438 860 931 and EBB@idealplacements.com.au to secure your spot today.\ n\n\n\nCan’t make it but will have jobs available? Contact Scott for mor e information on how you can promote your vacancies at the event.\n\n\n\nT he inaugural Whitsunday Job Fair is being hosted by the Whitsundays Chambe r of Commerce and Industry\, IDEAL Placements\, Link and Launch\, and the Proserpine State High School.\n\n\n\nFollow the Chamber on social media @w hitsundayschamber for updates and live coverage during the event.\n\n\n\nW hat: Whitsundays Job FairWhen: \; 1:00pm-3:30pm Monday 14 October 2024 Where: Proserpine State High SchoolAdmission: Free for all job seekers and employers.\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/05/Whitsunday-Jobs-Fair-Flyer.png LOCATION:Proserpine State High School\, 4 Ruge Street\, Proserpine\, QLD\, 4800\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=4 Ruge Street\, Proserpine\ , QLD\, 4800\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Proserpine State High School:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:54@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241022T073000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241022T093000 DTSTAMP:20240918T231629Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/special-member-offer- the-gen-z-advantage-boosting-business-with-young-talent/ SUMMARY:Special member offer - The Gen Z Advantage: Boosting Business with Young Talent DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber is excited to invite you to The Gen Z Advantage: Boosting Business with Young Talent hosted by Greater Whitsunday Alliance (GW3) as part of the Greater Whitsunday Regional Jobs Committee Greater Bu sinesses series.\n\n\n\nAs businesses navigate rapid technological advance ments and evolving societal norms\, the influence of Generation Z (born 1 995-2009) becomes increasingly significant. This generation\, characteris ed by digital nativity\, global awareness\, and a commitment to social imp act\, brings valuable skills and fresh perspectives. \n\n\n\nYour ticket includes a keynote presentation from Sophie Renton\, breakfast (in person only)\, and information about programs\, funding\, and other supports to h elp your business thrive.\n\n\n\nWhy Attend?\n\n\n\n\nGain valuable insigh ts from experts: Learn from Sophie Renton\, a social researcher and trends analyst from McCrindle Research.\n\n\n\nEnhance employee engagement: Disc over strategies to engage and motivate Gen Z employees.\n\n\n\nDrive innov ative business practices: Leverage Gen Z’s digital skills and fresh pers pectives.\n\n\n\nBe inspired and motivated: Understand generational differ ences for business success.\n\n\n\nNetwork with peers: Connect with other local businesses.\n\n\n\n\nRegister now!\n\n\n\n\nWhat: The Gen Z Advantag e \n\n\n\nWhen: 7:30am-9:30am Tuesday 22 October \n\n\n\nWhere: Whitsunday Marine Club\, Cannonvale and online \n\n\n\nRegister: Use the special cod e GENZCHAMBER for $20 in-person and $10 virtual tickets. Register here »\ n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/09/Greater-Businesses-Gen-Z-Event.jpeg LOCATION:Whitsunday Marine Club\, 7 Altmann Avenue \, Cannonvale\, 4802\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS= 7 Altmann Avenue \, Cannon vale\, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Whitsunday Marine Club: geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:38@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20241106T213000Z DTEND:20241106T230000Z DTSTAMP:20241213T002841Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/agm/ SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting &\; Meet the Award Winners DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber's Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Chamber networ king event will be held 7:30am-9:00am Thursday 7 November at Whitsunday Gr een Club. \n\n\n\nAnnual General Meeting \n\n\n\nThe AGM is open to all\, and eligible members (Business Basics and Advanced) have voting rights.\n\ n\n\nAGENDA\n\n\n\n1. Accept \;minutes \;of 2023 Annual General Me eting \;\n\n\n\n2. Submit President’s Report \;\n\n\n\n3. Receiv e Treasurer’s Report \;\n\n\n\n4. Receive and adopt the Auditor’s Report\n\n\n\n5. Appoint auditor for 2024-25\n\n\n\n6. Election of Office Bearers and Board members for 2024-25: The Chamber welcomes nominations fo r the Board which must be received in writing 14-days prior to the AGM (on or by 31 October 2024). Consideration may be given to late nominations. \ n\n\n\nCandidates will be \;listed in alphabetical order\, with propos ers \;and seconders named\, when nominations are received.\n\n\n\n\nAl lan Milostic\, Live Life Pharmacies Airlie Beach for President (proposed b y Julia Evans\, seconded by Megan Taylor)\n\n\n\nMegan Taylor\, Kapow Inte ractive for Secretary (proposed by Jannah Baker\, seconded by Fiona Erquia ga)\n\n\n\nFiona Erquiaga\, Smooth Sailing Finance for Treasurer (proposed by Allan Milostic\, seconded by Julia Evans)\n\n\n\nJannah Baker\, Scally wag Fabrication for Board member (proposed by Fiona Erquiaga\, seconded by Allan Milostic)\n\n\n\nEmily Harvey\, Filby's Motors for Board member (pr oposed by Robert Filby\, seconded by Deborah Friend)\n\n\n\nAnthony Nobili a\, Airlie Beach Executive Services (proposed by Megan Taylor\, seconded b y Fiona Erquiaga)\n\n\n\nAsher Telford\, Whitsunday Charter Boat Industry Association and Sealink (proposed by Allan Milostic\, seconded by Julia Ev ans)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPROXIES\n\n\n\nIf you are unable to attend the AGM a nd wish to vote\, please complete the \;proxy form \;and return to it the Chamber via email by 5pm Wednesday 6 November 2024.\n\n\n\nMeet th e Whitsunday Business Award winners!\n\n\n\nAlso featuring at this event w ill be a lively discussion panel with 2024 Whitsunday Business Award winne rs Shiift\, Airlie Beach Clothing Co. \;and others on their secrets to  \;business success\, recent challenges they've faced and overcome\, a nd what is instore for the next few years.\n\n\n\nRegistration \n\n\n\nThi s event is open to all Chamber members and their guests\, and the broader Whitsundays community.\n\n\n\n\nTime and date: \;7:30am-9:00am Friday 11 October 2024\n\n\n\nLocation: \;Whitsunday Green Club\, 1 Regetta B vd\, Cannon Valley\n\n\n\nRegistration: \;FREE for Chamber and Tourism Whitsundays members\, $18.75 for members of our Association Partners\, an d $25 Non-members. Includes light refreshments.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[sharethi s-inline-buttons]\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/06/board-room-3.jpg LOCATION:Whitsunday Green Club\, 1 Regatta Bvd\, Cannon Valley\, QLD\, 4802 \, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=1 Regatta Bvd\, Cannon Vall ey\, QLD\, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Whitsunday Green Cl ub:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:39@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART:20241128T070000Z DTEND:20241128T093000Z DTSTAMP:20241118T004754Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/end-of-year-celebrati on/ SUMMARY:End of Year Celebration DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber and Tourism Whitsundays will once again join forc es for the ultimate end of year celebration for the Whitsundays business c ommunity!\n\n\n\nFollowing the hugely successful End of Year Charity Auct ion last year\, another auction will be held online from 6 November to 27 November so we can celebrate and award the funds to this year's nominated  charity -- Eco Barge Clean Seas -- at the event.\n\n\n\nThis event is op en to all Chamber members and their guests\, and the broader Whitsundays b usiness community. \; \;\n\n\n\n\nTime and date: \;5:00pm-7:30 pm Thursday 28 November 2024\n\n\n\nLocation: \;Airlie Beach Hotel\, A irlie Beach \n\n\n\nRegistrations: FREE to Chamber and Whitsunday Tourism members. Register now »\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[sharethis-inline-button s]\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2023/12/Picture1.png LOCATION:Airlie Beach Hotel\, 16 Airlie Esplanade\, Airlie Beach\, Queensla nd\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=16 Airlie Esplanade\, Airli e Beach\, Queensland\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Airlie Beach H otel:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:56@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250212T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250212T100000 DTSTAMP:20250209T022203Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/proserpine-pop-up-cha mber/ SUMMARY:Pop Up Chamber with Filby's Motors: Possibilities for Proserpine DESCRIPTION:\nPop along to meet other Proserpine businesses and meet with C hamber Board members to discuss your ideas and issues. \n\n\n\nThe Chamber is keen to establish a Proserpine Sub-Committee to address localised chal lenges and opportunities and will discuss the sub-committee's purpose\, sc ope\, and structure at this event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\n\n What: Pop Up Chamber to discuss ideas and issues from Proserpine traders \ n\n\n\nWhen: 12th February 2025\, 9am-10am \n\n\n\nWhere: Filby's Motors\, 62 Main Street\, Proserpine \n\n\n\nRegistration: FREE to all. Registrati ons now open. \n\n\n\n\n\n LOCATION:Filby's Motors\, 62 Main Street\, Proserpine\, Queensland \, 4800\ , Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=62 Main Street\, Proserpine \, Queensland \, 4800\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Filby's Motor s:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:57@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250415T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250415T200000 DTSTAMP:20250415T044624Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/meet-the-federal-elec tion-candidates/ SUMMARY:Members Only Event: Meet the Federal Election Candidates DESCRIPTION:\nIn the lead up to the Federal Government Election\, the Whits undays Chamber of Commerce and Industry will host an event -- 6pm-8pm Tues day 15 April at Mantra Club Croc\, Cannonvale -- for the Whitsundays busin ess community to meet candidates and to explore specific issues relating t o business\, industry\, and economic development with them.\n\n\n\nThe eve nt will commence with a statement from Queensland Senate candidate Jason B ROWN -- Independent (confirmed).\n\n\n\nA forum with the House of Represen tatives candidates will follow\, facilitated by Judy Porter\, of Shiift\, with: \n\n\n\n\nPaula CREEN – \;Australian Greens \;(confirmed)\ n\n\n\nMichael LOCKYER – Trumpet of Patriots (confirmed)\n\n\n\nAmanda NICKSON – \;Family First Party \;(confirmed)\n\n\n\nNeil WALLAC E – \;Australian Labor Party \;(confirmed)\n\n\n\nAndrew WILLCOX – \;Liberal National Party \;(confirmed)\n\n\n\n\nIn addition t o presenting their business experience and vision for the region\, candida tes will respond to your questions on:\n\n\n\n\nFederal funding for urgent road improvements\,\n\n\n\nInsurance accessibility and affordability\,\n\ n\n\nAll-weather tourism and seasonal visitor flow\,\n\n\n\nGovernment spe nding and economic efficiency\,\n\n\n\nPossibilities for Proserpine\, \n\n \n\nand more. \n\n\n\n\nThis event is exclusively for members of Chamber\, Tourism Whitsundays and our Association Partners:\n\n\n\n\nBowen Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nBowen Collinsville Enterprise \n\n\n\nBowen Gumlu Growe rs Association\n\n\n\nBowen Tourism &\; Business\n\n\n\nIsaac Business Chamber\n\n\n\nMackay Region Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nTownsville Chamber of Commerce \n\n\n\nWhitsundays Charter Boat Industry Association\n\n\n\n Whitsundays Neighbourhood Centre\n\n\n\n\nWe encourage other regional spec ial interest groups to hold their own forums with candidates\, so as to pr ovide our community with opportunities to meet candidates and discuss prio rities.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Rules \n\n\n\nTo maintain a constructive and respectful environment for all participants\, the following guidelines wil l apply throughout the event:\n\n\n\n\nRespectful Conduct: All candidates and attendees must engage in a positive and respectful manner at all times . A single warning will be issued for any inappropriate behaviour\, and a second occurrence may result in removal from the event.\n\n\n\nQuestion Gu idelines: Attendees are encouraged to ask relevant and respectful question s. This is a forum for discussion\, not personal statements.\n\n\n\nCandid ate Responses: Questions may be directed to a specific candidate or to all candidates. Each response will be limited to a strict maximum of one minu te.\n\n\n\n\nThese rules ensure a fair and productive event for all involv ed\, and we thank you for your cooperation.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan't make it?\ n\n\n\nYou can still have your say by providing raising your business prio rity and questions via this quick online survey. \n\n\n\nMackay and Whitsu nday Life will be streaming the event live via their Facebook page. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Meet the Federal Election Candidate s event \n\n\n\nWhen: 6pm-8pm Tuesday 15 April 2025\n\n\n\nWhere: Mantra C lub Croc\, 240 Shute Harbour Road\, Cannonvale\n\n\n\nRegistration: This e vent is FREE and exclusive for members of Chamber\, Tourism Whitsundays\, and our Association Partners. \n\n\n\nTickets include light supper and two drink vouchers. \n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/12/Chamber-Web-Event-250415.png LOCATION:Mantra Club Croc Airlie Beach\, 240 Shute Harbour Road\, Cannonval e\, Queensland \, 4802\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=240 Shute Harbour Road\, Ca nnonvale\, Queensland \, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Mantr a Club Croc Airlie Beach:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:58@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250513T073000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250513T090000 DTSTAMP:20250509T023018Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/queensland-small-busi ness-month/ SUMMARY:Queensland Small Business Month Event DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber will be celebrating Queensland Small Business Mon th in May 2025\, with a special event to be held 7:30am-9:00am Tuesday 13 May.\n\n\n\nThis event will unite the Whitsunday small business community with government leaders and key stakeholders to tackle regional challenges and opportunities. \n\n\n\nGuest Speakers \n\n\n\nOur guest speakers are: \n\n\n\n\nDominique Lamb\, Queensland Small Business Commissioner\n\n\n\nT he Honourable Amanda Camm MP\, Queensland Member for Whitsunday\n\n\n\nRy Collins\, Mayor Whitsunday Regional Council\n\n\n\n\nThey will explore the following with the region's business community\, including ways we can in crease collaboration to drive positive change: \n\n\n\n\nElection Promise Report Card – Progress updates on road improvements\, red tape reduction \, and small business priorities. \n\n\n\nLessons from TC Alfred – Explo ring the impact of recent weather events and strategies for future resilie nce.\n\n\n\nOn your marks! -- Opportunities for the 2032 Queensland Olympi cs \n\n\n\n\nRegistrations now open\n\n\n\nChamber and Tourism Whitsundays members: Two free tickets\, no code required.\n\n\n\nDiscounted tickets ( $18.75) for members of our Association Partners:\n\n\n\n\nBowen Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nBowen Collinsville Enterprise \n\n\n\nBowen Gumlu Growers Association\n\n\n\nBowen Tourism &\; Business\n\n\n\nIsaac Business Ch amber\n\n\n\nMackay Region Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nTownsville Chamber o f Commerce \n\n\n\nWhitsundays Charter Boat Industry Association\n\n\n\nWh itsunday Neighbourhood Centre \n\n\n\n\nNon-member ticket: $25 \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Chamber Queensland Small Business Month event\n\n\n\nWhen: 7:30am-9:00am Tuesday 13 May 2025\n\n\n\nWhere: Whitsu nday Sailing Club\, 11 Ocean Road\, Airlie Beach\n\n\n\nRegistrations now open: FREE for Chamber and Tourism Whitsundays members\, $18.75 for member s of our Association Partners\, and $25 Non-members. \n\n\n\nIncludes ligh t breakfast refreshments.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThanks! \n\n\n\nThis Better Loc al Business Grant funded event is a part of Queensland Small Business Mont h and is proudly supported by the Queensland Government.\n\n\n\nOur thanks to joint Chamber-Tourism Whitsunday member\, the Whitsunday Sailing Club\ , for their support of this event.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2025/03/Chamber-Website-Event-QSBM-2.png LOCATION:Whitsunday Sailing Club\, 11 Ocean Rd\, Airlie Beach\, QLD\, 4802\ , Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=11 Ocean Rd\, Airlie Beach\ , QLD\, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Whitsunday Sailing Clu b:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:65@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250528T094500 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250528T183000 DTSTAMP:20250411T072833Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/doing-business-with-c ouncil/ SUMMARY:Doing Business with Council DESCRIPTION:\nWhitsunday Regional Council together with the Queensland Depa rtment of State Development\, Infrastructure and Planning invites local bu sinesses to attend ‘Doing Business with Council’ -- an exclusive one-d ay event designed to help your business thrive.\n\n\n\nJoin us in Proserpi ne for a valuable opportunity to connect with representatives from State a nd Local Government\, regional business support groups\, and fellow small business owners.\n\n\n\nThese sessions will provide insights into upcoming business opportunities\, Council’s procurement processes\, a Meet the B uyer session and a Capability Statement Workshop—helping you strengthen your business and improve your chances of securing work.\n\n\n\nCapability Statement Workshop\n\n\n\nA capability statement is a tool that allows pr ocurement teams to assess your expertise and achievements\, as well as you r potential to deliver goods and services. It outlines the capabilities an d skills of your business and is essential for applying for and securing t endering opportunities in government and private sector projects.\n\n\n\nH elp your business stand out from the crowd and improve your chance of secu ring contracts. These interactive workshops help businesses develop and pr epare effective capability statements.\n\n\n\nOur workshop will help you l earn:\n\n\n\n\nWhy a capability statement is important\n\n\n\nHow to use y our capability statement to market your product or service\; and accompany contract tender submissions\n\n\n\nBest-practice fundamentals for develop ing and drafting a powerful capability statement\n\n\n\nHow to access the latest information on Queensland's supply chain opportunities\n\n\n\n\nMee t the Buyer\n\n\n\nMeet with Whitsunday Regional Council’s procurement t eam!\n\n\n\nTake advantage of this unique opportunity to showcase your bus iness capabilities and explore specific opportunities in a one-on-one ‘s peed dating’ format. These 10-minute appointments allow you to connect d irectly with key representatives\, gaining valuable insights and guidance to help your business grow.\n\n\n\nUse your appointment to:\n\n\n\n\nPromo te your existing and growing capability\n\n\n\nClarify procurement process es\n\n\n\nDiscuss upcoming work opportunities.\n\n\n\nProvide a copy of yo ur capability statement\n\n\n\n\nWorking with Council Workshop – Local B uy Session\n\n\n\nGain an understanding of Local Government procurement pr ocesses and obtain tips that will improve your chances of tendering succes s!\n\n\n\nLearn where to find tender opportunities and how to submit respo nses:\n\n\n\n\nUnderstand what makes a conforming tender\n\n\n\nGain insig hts into how tenders are evaluated\n\n\n\nExplore the different types of e valuation criteria\n\n\n\n\nCollaboration Space\n\n\n\nA dedicated collabo ration space will be available\, providing businesses with the opportunity to engage with representatives from government and non-government organis ations. Learn about the resources and support available to help your busin ess pursue future project opportunities and drive success.\n\n\n\nTake adv antage of this chance to access valuable insights\, explore funding and su pport options\, and build connections that can help your business prosper. \n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Doing Business with Council \n\n\n\nW hen: 9:45am-6:30pm Wednesday 28 May\n\n\n\nWhere: Proserpine Entertainment Centre\n\n\n\nRegistration: Opening soon. \n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2025/04/Chamber-Website-Event-250528.png LOCATION:Proserpine Entertainment Centre\, 16 Main St\, Proserpine\, Austra lia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=16 Main St\, Proserpine\, A ustralia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Proserpine Entertainment Centre:geo:0, 0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:59@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250605T073000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250605T090000 DTSTAMP:20250527T011312Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/chamber-connect-at-wi lmar-proserpine/ SUMMARY:What does the next generation want from employers? DESCRIPTION:\nAs industries evolve and workforce demands shift\, understand ing the expectations of the next generation is essential for employers see king to attract\, retain\, and develop future talent.\n\n\n\nThe Whitsunda ys Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s next event – 7:30am Thursday 5 J une at Wilmar Sugar and Renewables\, Proserpine Mill – will explore what today’s apprentices\, trainees\, and early career professionals value m ost in a workplace\; from culture and leadership to flexibility\, purpose\ , and career progression.\n\n\n\nAttendees will hear directly from local a pprentices and trainees from Wilmar\, Filby’s Motors\, and Proserpine St ate High School – as well as key insights from the Regional Jobs Committ ee – who will share real-world insights and lived experiences\, gain pra ctical tips for fostering supportive and engaging work environments\, and consider how to future-proof their workforce strategies in a competitive l abour market.\n\n\n\nThis event is all about hearing from the next generat ion — young workers\, apprentices\, trainees\, and early career professi onals — who will talk honestly about what matters most to them.\n\n\n\nL ocal speakers will share with attendees:\n\n\n\n\nWhat makes a job worth s howing up for?\n\n\n\nWhat do young people want from their bosses and work places?\n\n\n\nHow important are things like flexibility\, respect\, suppo rt\, and career growth?\n\n\n\nWhat’s missing — and what needs to chan ge?\n\n\n\nWhat does it mean to you to work for a local business?\n\n\n\n\ nThe Chamber is proud to partner with Wilmar Sugar and Renewables for this event\, an active member of Chamber and the region’s business community .\n\n\n\nThe event will also include an update on Chamber advocacy activit y and business community engagement.\n\n\n\nRegistrations now open\n\n\n\n Chamber and Tourism Whitsundays members: Two free tickets\, no code requir ed.\n\n\n\nDiscounted tickets ($18.75) for members of our Association Part ners:\n\n\n\n\nBowen Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nBowen Collinsville Enterpr ise \n\n\n\nBowen Gumlu Growers Association\n\n\n\nBowen Tourism &\; Bu siness\n\n\n\nIsaac Business Chamber\n\n\n\nMackay Region Chamber of Comme rce\n\n\n\nTownsville Chamber of Commerce \n\n\n\nWhitsundays Charter Boat Industry Association\n\n\n\nWhitsunday Neighbourhood Centre\n\n\n\n\nNon- member ticket: $25 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Chamber e vent at Wilmar Proserpine\n\n\n\nWhen: 7:30am-9:00am Thursday 5 June 2025\ n\n\n\nWhere: Proserpine Mill Social Club (opposite Whitsunday Nissan)\, 3 Mill Street\, Proserpine\n\n\n\nRegistration: FREE for Chamber and Touris m Whitsundays members\, $18.75 for members of our Association Partners\, a nd $25 Non-members. Includes light refreshments and free coffees courtesy of McMoon Coffee Van. Registrations now open.\n\n\n\n\nThanks!\n\n\n\nOur thanks to Chamber member Wilmar Sugar and Renewables for their support of this event.\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/12/Chamber-Website-Event-250605.png LOCATION:Wilmar Prosperpine\, Proserpine Mill Social Club (opposite Whitsun day Nissan)\, 3 Mill Street\, Proserpine\, QLD\, 4800\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Proserpine Mill Social Club (opposite Whitsunday Nissan)\, 3 Mill Street\, Proserpine\, QLD\, 4800\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Wilmar Prosperpine:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:66@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250605T160000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250605T180000 DTSTAMP:20250521T222502Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/weddings-whitsundays- meet-greet/ SUMMARY:Weddings Whitsundays Meet &\; Greet DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber will be hosting an informal catch up with Wedding s Whitsundays members and those within the wedding industry to learn more about:\n\n\n\n\nPlans for Weddings Whitsundays\,\n\n\n\nRole of Whitsunday s Chamber\, \n\n\n\nMember benefits and how to get involved\, and \n\n\n\n Ask your questions. \n\n\n\n\nRegistrations now open\n\n\n\nChamber\, Wedd ings Whitsunday\, and Tourism Whitsundays members: \;Two free tickets\ , no code required.\n\n\n\nDiscounted tickets \;($18.75) for members o f our Association Partners:\n\n\n\n\nBowen Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nBowe n Collinsville Enterprise\n\n\n\nBowen Gumlu Growers Association\n\n\n\nBo wen Tourism &\; Business\n\n\n\nIsaac Business Chamber\n\n\n\nMackay Re gion Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nTownsville Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nWhit sundays Charter Boat Industry Association\n\n\n\nWhitsunday Neighbourhood Centre\n\n\n\n\nNon-member ticket: \;$25\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent details\ n\n\n\n\nWhat: Weddings Whitsundays industry meet and greet\n\n\n\nWhen: 4 pm-6pm Thursday 5 June 2025\n\n\n\nWhere: The Garden Bar Bistro\, Coral Se a Marina -- South Village\, 1-3 Shingley Drive\, Airlie Beach\n\n\n\nRegis tration: FREE for Chamber\, Weddings Whitsunday\, and Tourism Whitsundays members\, $18.75 for members of our Association Partners\, and $25 Non-mem bers. Includes glass of bubbles on arrival and antipasto.\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2025/04/Chamber-Website-Post-WW.png LOCATION:The Garden Bar Bistro\, Coral Sea Marina -- South Village\, 1-3 Sh ingley Drive\, Airlie Beach\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Coral Sea Marina -- South V illage\, 1-3 Shingley Drive\, Airlie Beach\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100; X-TITLE=The Garden Bar Bistro:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:69@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250626T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250626T200000 DTSTAMP:20250612T225926Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/tourism-whitsundays-c hamber-networking-night/ SUMMARY:Tourism Whitsundays &\; Chamber Networking Night DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for a very special June Networking Event — set agai nst one of Airlie Beach’s most iconic backdrops!\n\n\n\nWe’re taking t hings to new heights (literally) with this month’s catch-up held at the Skyline Ferris Wheel. \n\n\n\nEnjoy 360° panoramic views of Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays from 35 metres in the air – a unique way to connect with fellow industry professionals.\n\n\n\nWe’ll kick off the evening wi th light catering and open networking\, followed by a brief industry updat e to keep you across what's happening in the Whitsundays.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nE vent details\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Tourism Whitsundays &\; Chamber Networking Night\n\n\n\nWhen: 5:30pm-8pm Thursday 26 July 2025\n\n\n\nWhere: Airlie B each Lagoon\, Ferris Wheel\n\n\n\nRegistration: RSVP to Tourism Whitsunday s: https://www.addevent.com/event/VY25680927\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2025/06/February-Networking-24_EDM-Header.png LOCATION:Airlie Beach\, To be confirmed\, Airlie Beach\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=To be confirmed\, Airlie Be ach\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Airlie Beach:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:68@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250711T073000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250711T093000 DTSTAMP:20250609T062705Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/bendigo-community-ban k-cannonvale-proserpine-free-economic-insights-event/ SUMMARY:Bendigo Community Bank Cannonvale-Proserpine - Free Economic Insigh ts Event DESCRIPTION:\nThe Whitsundays will soon play host to one of Australia’s m ost respected economic voices.\n\n\n\nDavid Robertson\, Chief Economist at Bendigo Bank\, is heading to Proserpine on Thursday\, 10 July for a speci al community event – and everyone’s invited.\n\n\n\nKnown for his abil ity to make complex economic trends easy to understand\, David’s engagin g and down-to-earth style has earned him a strong following\, including on his popular YouTube series.\n\n\n\nWith more than two decades at Bendigo and Adelaide Bank and a career spanning senior roles at major financial in stitutions\, David brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. At this free event\, he’ll break down what’s really happening in the economy—fro m interest rates and employment trends to property values and the Australi an dollar.\n\n\n\nHosted by Community Bank Cannonvale–Proserpine\, this is a rare opportunity to hear firsthand from a leading expert about the fi nancial forces shaping our country—and what it could all mean for local families\, businesses\, and the Whitsundays region.\n\n\n\nDon’t miss ou t! Whether you’re a business owner\, first homebuyer\, retiree\, or just curious about what’s ahead for the economy\, this event is designed for everyone.\n\n\n\nCan’t make it? David will be presenting at the Mackay Region Chamber of Commerce’s New Financial Year breakfast\, 7:30am Tuesd ay\, 8 July in Mackay. This special event is proudly sponsored by Communit y Bank Sarina\, celebrating 20 years in the community this year.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Bendigo Community Bank Cannonvale-Prose rpine Chief Economist event\n\n\n\nWhen: 7:30am–9am Friday\, 11 July 202 5\n\n\n\nWhere: Filby’s Motors\, Proserpine\n\n\n\nRegistration: Free ev ent\, open to all. RSVP by Wednesday\, 9 July via https://www.surveymonkey .com/r/2025BusinessInsights\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2025/06/Chamber-Website-Event-250711.png LOCATION:Filby's Motors\, 62 Main Street\, Proserpine\, Queensland \, 4800\ , Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=62 Main Street\, Proserpine \, Queensland \, 4800\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Filby's Motor s:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:67@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250806T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250806T123000 DTSTAMP:20250724T072124Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/nq-connect-connecting -businesses-with-regional-employment-education-and-support-services/ SUMMARY:NQ Connect: Connecting businesses with regional employment\, educat ion\, and support services DESCRIPTION:\nYou’re invited!\n\n\n\nJoin us at the Department of Trade\, Employment and Training (DTET) NQ Connect Whitsundays forum on 6 August 2 025 to learn more about employment and training priorities for the Whitsun days region.\n\n\n\nThis event will focus on apprenticeships and traineesh ips\, with presentations from TAFE Queensland\, the Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry\, and Whitsunday Regional Council. \n\n\n\nA panel discussion\, hosted by the Chamber\, featuring apprentices\, trainees\, an d their employers\, will provide practical insights into the value of voca tional education and training in the workplace. \n\n\n\nThe forum will als o include a Skilling Queenslanders for Work information session.\n\n\n\nSp eakers include:\n\n\n\n\nNatalie Link – Business Support Officer - TAFE Queensland\n\n\n\nMichelle Arandale – Organisational Development and Lea rning Coordinator - Whitsunday Regional Council\n\n\n\nDr Julia Evans – Chamber Liaison – Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry – hosti ng panel discussion with apprentices and trainees from Wilmar\, Filby's Mo tors\, Scallywag Fabrications\, Whitsunday Transit\, Red Emperor Construct ions and ARS Whitsunday. \n\n\n\nLeigh-Ann Poole – Team Leader\, DTET\n\ n\n\nScott Cameron – Principal Program Officer\, DTET\n\n\n\n\nLight Mor ning Tea will be provided\n\n\n\nThis is a free event\, open to all. \n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\n\nWhat: NQ Connect\n\n\n\nWhen: 9am-12:30p m Wednesday 6 August 2025\n\n\n\nWhere: TAFE Queensland Whitsunday Campus\ , Cannonvale\n\n\n\nRegistration: Free\, and open to all. Register here \n \n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/05/NQ-Connect.png LOCATION:TAFE Queensland Whitsunday Campus\, 190 Shute Harbour Road\, Canno nvale\, Queensland\, 4802\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=190 Shute Harbour Road\, Ca nnonvale\, Queensland\, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=TAFE Q ueensland Whitsunday Campus:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:70@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250814T073000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250814T090000 DTSTAMP:20250722T200450Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/build-better-business -connections-conference-preview-event/ SUMMARY:Build Better Business Connections – Conference Preview Event DESCRIPTION:\nAhead of the 2025 Whitsunday Business Conference\, the Chambe r invites local business owners and professionals to an engaging and pract ical session focused on building stronger business connections.\n\n\n\nThi s event will explore why networking is not just a social activity\, but a vital component of a successful business strategy. Attendees will gain val uable tools and confidence to speak clearly and authentically about their business\, position themselves as experts in their field\, and create mean ingful conversations that lead to lasting opportunities.\n\n\n\nKey takeaw ays will include:\n\n\n\n\nThe role of strategic networking in business gr owth and visibility\n\n\n\nHow to craft and deliver your business story wi th clarity and impact\n\n\n\nPractical tips on following up and building r elationships after the first meeting\n\n\n\n\nThis session will also offer a deeper look at the 2025 Whitsunday Business Conference program\, themes \, and speakers.\n\n\n\nWhether you're a first-time attendee or a seasoned networker\, this event will ensure you’re equipped to make the most of every opportunity the Conference has to offer.\n\n\n\nSpeakers include Kat h Barker of Compass Realty Whitsunday and Chamber Liaison Dr Julia Evans w ho will share their networking strategies and stories.\n\n\n\nRegistration s now open\n\n\n\nChamber and Tourism Whitsundays members: Two free ticket s\, no code required.\n\n\n\nDiscounted tickets ($18.75) for members of ou r Association Partners:\n\n\n\n\nBowen Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nBowen Co llinsville Enterprise \n\n\n\nBowen Gumlu Growers Association\n\n\n\nBowen Tourism &\; Business\n\n\n\nCreative Connections Whitsunday\n\n\n\nIsa ac Business Chamber\n\n\n\nMackay Region Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nTownsv ille Chamber of Commerce \n\n\n\nWhitsundays Charter Boat Industry Associa tion\n\n\n\nWhitsunday Neighbourhood Centre\n\n\n\n\nNon-member ticket: $2 5\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Build Better Business Connec tions – Conference Preview Event\n\n\n\nWhen: 7:30am-9am Thursday 14 Aug ust 2025\n\n\n\nWhere: Club Whitsunday\, 2489 Shute Harbour Road\, Airlie Beach\n\n\n\nRegistration: Now open. Includes light refreshments. \n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2025/07/Chamber-Website-Post-250624-1.png LOCATION:Club Whitsunday\, 2489 Shute Harbour Road\, Airlie Beach\, QLD\, A ustralia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=2489 Shute Harbour Road\, A irlie Beach\, QLD\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Club Whitsunday:g eo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:60@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250828T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250828T170000 DTSTAMP:20250822T234900Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/whitsunday-business-c onference/ SUMMARY:Whitsunday Business Conference DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber’s 2025 Whitsunday Business Conference will be h eld Thursday 28 August 2025 at TAFE Queensland Whitsunday Campus\, Cannonv ale.\n\n\n\nThis special annual event will bring the region’s business c ommunity and stakeholders together for a day to connect and share experien ces (the good\, bad and the everything in-between!) and to celebrate our b usiness community.\n\n\n\nThe Conference will feature an interactive progr am of local knowledge and regional expertise from a range of industries.\n \n\n\nKeynote Presenter \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStill driving the bus and honking your own horn? Maybe it’s time to sit in the passenger seat and let someone else share the wheel.\n\n\n\nWe are delighted to announce that  \;Judy Porter of Shiift \;will open the Conference with an intera ctive and provocative presentation on \;Getting Out of Your Own Way.\n \n\n\nGrowing a passion into a business is a wild\, rewarding ride. But wh at happens when you’re still in the driver’s seat\, tooting your own h orn\, and holding the map with white knuckles?\n\n\n\nAt some point\, you have to trust the team\, step into the leadership space\, and create a cul ture where your people can drive the vision forward with you – not just ride along.\n\n\n\nIn this presentation\, Judy unpacks how personality tra its\, belief systems\, and leadership style shape the way we trust (or mic romanage). Let’s explore what it really takes to build a resilient busin ess\, team\, and culture.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram Highlights\n\n\n\nThi s year’s conference program has been locally designed and presented\, br inging together regional experts\, business leaders\, and practitioners wh o understand the unique challenges and opportunities faced by Whitsunday b usinesses.\n\n\n\nKey program highlights:\n\n\n\n\nOfficial opening by Whi tsunday Regional Council Mayor Ry Collins.\n\n\n\nKick-off power session w ith Judy Porter of Shiift.\n\n\n\nSpeed dating session to get connected an d meet organisations who can help your business.\n\n\n\nFour rounds of con current sessions\, each offering practical insights\, relevant tools\, and real-world experience for your business.\n\n\n\nClosing off the day by fo cusing on next steps and actions for your business.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConference Sold Out - Join the waitlist! \; \n\n\n\nThe 2025 Whitsunday Business Conference is officially sold out – thank you for the overwhelming response!\n\n\n\nWith over 120 delegates a nd 70 organisations confirmed\, it promises to be a standout day of learni ng\, networking\, and practical insights for Whitsunday businesses.\n\n\n\ nMissed out? Contact us to be added to the waiting list and we will notify  \;you if a place becomes available\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n \n\nWhat: 2025 Whitsunday Business Conference \n\n\n\nWhen: 9:00am-5:00pm Thursday 28 August 2025\n\n\n\nWhere: TAFE Queensland Whitsundays Campus\, 190 Shute Harbour Road\, Cannonvale \n\n\n\n\nThanks!\n\n\n\nThe Chamber wishes to thank our major sponsors\, media partner\, and conference champi ons for their generosity and support of the 2025 Whitsundays Business Conf erence:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2024/12/Chamber-Website-Event-WBC.png LOCATION:TAFE Queensland Whitsunday Campus\, 190 Shute Harbour Road\, Canno nvale\, Queensland\, 4802\, Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=190 Shute Harbour Road\, Ca nnonvale\, Queensland\, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=TAFE Q ueensland Whitsunday Campus:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:64@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250912T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250912T110000 DTSTAMP:20251210T064144Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/pop-up-chamber-with-p orters-mitre-10-whitsunday-free-bbq-brekkie-coffee-and-prizes/ SUMMARY:Pop Up Chamber with Porters Mitre 10 Whitsunday: Free BBQ Brekkie\, coffee\, prizes &\; StarFM broadcast! DESCRIPTION:\nMark your calendar for 9am-11am Friday 12 September for a fre e BBQ Brekkie\, coffee\, and raffle prizes for the Whitsundays business co mmunity. \n\n\n\nStar 101.9 will also be hosting an outside broadcast of t heir Mornings with Keegan show at the event. \n\n\n\nThe Whitsundays Chamb er of Commerce and Industry’s Pop Up Chamber is a free event for all\, a n informal gathering of business owners and the Chamber team where you can drop in\, meet other business owners\, get up-to-date on Chamber developm ents and have your say.\n\n\n\nThis Pop Up Chamber is being hosted by Port ers Mitre 10 Whitsunday.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Porters Mitre 10 Whitsunday\ n\n\n\nPorters opened its store in Cannonvale in 2002\, at its current loc ation\, after a long history of servicing the Whitsunday region from its M ackay locations. In 2017\, the Porters hardware businesses in Mackay and W hitsundays joined the Mitre 10 buying group\, rebranding as Porters Mitre 10. Even after celebrating 140 years of business in 2023\, Porters remains family-owned.\n\n\n\nPorters Mitre 10 Whitsunday offers a comprehensive r ange of quality products for trades\, home projects\, and weekend DIY enth usiasts. \n\n\n\nCome along to meet the Chamber and Porters Mitre 10 team\ , and enter our raffle draw for a chance to win amazing prizes. \n\n\n\nTh is is a FREE event\, open to all. There is no need to book\, but you are w elcome to register to let us know to you are planning to drop by. Register below.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Pop Up Chamber with Porters Mitre 10 Whitsundays \n\n\n\nWhen: 9am-11am Friday 12 Septem ber 2025\n\n\n\nWhere: 2 Carlo Drive\, Cannonvale\n\n\n\nRegistration: FRE E to all. Registrations now open.\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2025/08/Chamber-Website-Post-250821.png LOCATION:Porters Mitre 10\, 2 Carlo Drive\, Cannonvale\, QLD\, 4802\, Austr alia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=2 Carlo Drive\, Cannonvale\ , QLD\, 4802\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Porters Mitre 10:geo:0 ,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:61@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251009T073000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251009T090000 DTSTAMP:20250925T064705Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/chamber-event-for-oct ober/ SUMMARY:Managing Difficult Personalities in the Workplace DESCRIPTION:\nUnderstanding and Managing Difficult Workplace Personalities for Better Wellbeing\n\n\n\nThis event will kick off with an interactive p resentation by Judy Porter of Shiift on managing difficult personalities i n the workplace.\n\n\n\nManaging people ranks \;in Top 5 challenges fo r all small to medium enterprises. \n\n\n\nWith such diverse personality t ypes in the workplace today how can you manage &\; leverage the best of each in a way that positively drives you\, your team\, and your business? \n\n\n\nJoin us to learn the do’s and don’ts of Managing Difficult Per sonalities. Understand what’s driving team-members’ behaviours and dis cover easy ways to identify and harness individual &\; team strengths t o build greater capacity \;in your business. Are you ready to transfor m your team dynamics?\n\n\n\nRegistrations now open\n\n\n\nChamber and Tou rism Whitsundays members and Cruise Ship Market stallholders: Two free tic kets\, no code required.\n\n\n\nDiscounted tickets ($18.75) for members of our Association Partners:\n\n\n\n\nBowen Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nBowen Collinsville Enterprise \n\n\n\nBowen Gumlu Growers Association\n\n\n\nBo wen Tourism &\; Business\n\n\n\nCreative Connections Whitsunday\n\n\n\n Isaac Business Chamber\n\n\n\nMackay Region Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nTow nsville Chamber of Commerce \n\n\n\nWhitsundays Charter Boat Industry Asso ciation\n\n\n\nWhitsunday Neighbourhood Centre\n\n\n\n\nNon-member ticket: $25 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Chamber event for Octob er \n\n\n\nWhen: 7:30am-9:00am Thursday 9 October 2025\n\n\n\nWhere: Club Whitsunday\, 2489 Shute Harbour Road\, Airlie Beach\n\n\n\nRegistration: F REE for Chamber and Tourism Whitsundays members and Cruise Ship Market sta llholders\, $18.75 for members of our Association Partners\, and $25 Non-m embers. Includes light refreshments. Registrations now open.\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2025/05/Chamber-WBC-Speakers-JP.png LOCATION:Club Whitsunday\, 2489 Shute Harbour Road\, Airlie Beach\, QLD\, A ustralia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=2489 Shute Harbour Road\, A irlie Beach\, QLD\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Club Whitsunday:g eo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:73@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251016T073000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251016T090000 DTSTAMP:20250930T054408Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/ask-an-expert-money-m atters/ SUMMARY:Ask An Expert: Money Matters DESCRIPTION:\nAre you across the latest trends in compliance\, lending\, in surance\, superannuation\, and growth planning? \n\n\n\nJoin us for an exc lusive Ask An Expert event -- a popular concurrent session from the 2025 W hitsunday Business Conference -- designed to give Whitsunday businesses th e knowledge and tools to succeed.\n\n\n\nMeet the experts:\n\n\n\n\nGus Wa lsgott\, Rural Financial Counselling Service\n\n\n\nJustin Butler\, Eclips e Financial Planning\n\n\n\nFiona Erquiaga\, Smooth Sailing Finance Consul ting\n\n\n\nDoug O'Connor\, Option Insurance Brokers\n\n\n\nLuke Sheppard\ , Bendigo Business Banking \n\n\n\nKim Jamieson\, Accountancy Plus Whitsun day \n\n\n\n\nWhat you’ll learn:\n\n\n\n\nTop financial trends and predi ctions impacting small to medium enterprises\n\n\n\nThe most common financ ial mistakes and how to avoid them\n\n\n\nFive powerful financial habits f or long-term success\n\n\n\n\nPlus: Bring your questions for tailored advi ce from our expert panellists.\n\n\n\nRegistrations now open\n\n\n\nChambe r\, Tourism Whitsundays members and Cruise Ship Market stallholders: \ ;Two free tickets.\n\n\n\nDiscounted tickets \;($18.75) for members of our Association Partners:\n\n\n\n\nBowen Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nBowen Collinsville Enterprise\n\n\n\nBowen Gumlu Growers Association\n\n\n\nBow en Tourism &\; Business\n\n\n\nCreative Connections Whitsunday\n\n\n\nI saac Business Chamber\n\n\n\nMackay Region Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nTown sville Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nWhitsundays Charter Boat Industry Associ ation\n\n\n\nWhitsunday Neighbourhood Centre\n\n\n\n\nNon-member ticket:&n bsp\;$25\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\n\nWhen: 7:30am-9am Thursday 1 6 October 2025\n\n\n\nWhere: Club Whitsunday\, 2489 Shute Harbour Road\, A irlie Beach\n\n\n\nRegistration: FREE for Chamber and Tourism Whitsundays members and Cruise Ship Market stallholders\, $18.75 for members of our As sociation Partners\, and $25 Non-members. Includes light refreshments. Reg istrations now open.\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2025/05/10.png LOCATION:Club Whitsunday\, 2489 Shute Harbour Road\, Airlie Beach\, QLD\, A ustralia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=2489 Shute Harbour Road\, A irlie Beach\, QLD\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Club Whitsunday:g eo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:62@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251021T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251021T130000 DTSTAMP:20251014T054404Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/job-fair/ SUMMARY:Whitsundays Job Fair DESCRIPTION:\nThe 2025 Whitsunday Jobs Fair will connect job seekers with l ocal jobs.\n\n\n\nThe Jobs Fair will be held \;10am-1pm Tuesday 21 Oct ober 2025 \;at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre\, \;bringing to gether school leavers and job seekers of all ages a valuable opportunity t o explore a wide range of career possibilities and meet directly with empl oyers and service providers ready to hire.\n\n\n\nEvent highlights:\n\n\n\ n\nMeet Whitsunday employers: \;A number of employers and service prov iders from diverse industries will be present\, offering positions ranging from entry-level to specialist roles.\n\n\n\nOn-site interviews: \;Al located space on the day for on-the-spot interviews.\n\n\n\nQuiet Session:  \;A low-sensory experience for job seekers.\n\n\n\nNetworking opportu nities: \;The event also provides businesses the chance to engage with local business leaders\, human resource professionals\, and recruiters.\n \n\n\n\nThere will also be a live outdoor broadcast by StarFM on the day!\ n\n\n\nSee who's coming\n\n\n\nThe following businesses and organisations are confirmed:\n\n\n\n\nAimbig Employment\n\n\n\nBHP\n\n\n\nBIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort\n\n\n\nBowen Gumlu Growers Association\n\n\n\nCANEGROWE RS Proserpine &\; Sugar Services Proserpine\n\n\n\nCruise Whitsundays\n \n\n\nDaydream Island Resort\n\n\n\nDepartment of Women\, Aboriginal and T orres Strait Islander Partnerships and Multiculturalism\n\n\n\nGreater Whi tsunday Alliance\n\n\n\nHamilton Island Enterprises\n\n\n\nIDEAL Placement s\n\n\n\nMackay Whitsunday Taxis\n\n\n\nMy Pathway Self-Employment Assista nce\n\n\n\nQueensland Police Service\n\n\n\nSealink Whitsundays and Red Ca t Adventures\n\n\n\nTAFE Queensland\n\n\n\nTassal\n\n\n\nThe Answer is Yes \n\n\n\nWhitsunday Neighbourhood Centre\n\n\n\nWhitsunday Regional Council \n\n\n\nWhitsunday Shire Family Day Care\n\n\n\nWorkforce Australia Local Jobs\n\n\n\n\nSpaces are limited\, register now!\n\n\n\nThe team from  \;IDEAL Placements \;will be your direct contact in the lead up to the Jobs Fair\, and again on the day.\n\n\n\nYour space at the Fair includes a dedicated space (see the registration form for options). You are welcome to bring pull up banners\, position descriptions\, and job adverts for at tendees.\n\n\n\nOn registering your business\, the IDEAL Placements team w ill be in touch with next steps.\n\n\n\nThe Whitsundays Chamber will provi de some digital assets you can use to promote your involvement in the Jobs Fair.\n\n\n\nOn the day\, the program will be:\n\n\n\n\n8:30am-9:00am:&nb sp\;Set up.\n\n\n\n9:00am-9:15am: \;Welcome and safety announcements f or employers.\n\n\n\n9:15am-9:45am: \;Quiet session\, a low-sensory ex perience for job seekers.\n\n\n\n10:00am-1:00pm: \;Job Fair open to th e public.\n\n\n\n\nThe registration form asks a number of questions about your business\, jobs vacancies\, and your involvement in the Fair.\n\n\n\n Please note\, \;as this is a public event\, all employers will need to upload a copy of current Certificate of Insurance.\n\n\n\nHave a job vaca ncy but can’t make it?\n\n\n\nIf you are unable to make the Fair but hav e vacancies available\, we can promote your jobs on the day.\n\n\n\nSimply upload a A4 PDF flyer (using the registration form) that includes the fol lowing:\n\n\n\n\nYour business name and logo\n\n\n\nRoles available\, incl uding title and short description\n\n\n\nHow to apply and/or contact detai ls\n\n\n\nQR code for more information (optional)\n\n\n\n\nNeed help?\n\n\ n\nContact the Whitsundays Chamber on \;admin@whitsundaycoastchamber.c om.au\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\nWhat: \;Whitsundays Job Fair\n\n\n \nWhen: \;8:30am set up and welcome\, and open to the public 10:00am-1 :00pm Tuesday 21 October 2025\n\n\n\nWhere: \;Proserpine Entertainment Centre\, 16 Main Street\, Proserpine\n\n\n\nAdmission: \;Open to all and free for all school leavers\, job seekers\, employers\, and service pr oviders.\n\n\n\n\nThanks to our partners\n\n\n\nThe 2025 Whitsunday Job Fa ir is being hosted by the Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry\, W hitsunday Regional Council\, Proserpine Entertainment Centre\, IDEAL Place ments\, and Workforce Australia Local Jobs.\n\n\n\nThanks also to our medi a partners Mackay and Whitsunday Life and StarFM.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2025/07/Whitsundays-Job-Fair-Logo-STACKED-scaled.png LOCATION:Proserpine Entertainment Centre\, 16 Main St\, Proserpine\, Austra lia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=16 Main St\, Proserpine\, A ustralia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Proserpine Entertainment Centre:geo:0, 0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:74@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251022T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251022T143000 DTSTAMP:20251006T082930Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/cyber-wardens-program / SUMMARY:Cyber Wardens program DESCRIPTION:\nThe Cyber Wardens Foundations webinar is an interactive way t o learn the cyber security essentials you need to help protect your small business.\n\n\n\nThis format is designed for small business owners and emp loyees who prefer learning through live engagement with a Cyber Wardens ed ucator.\n\n\n\nCyber Wardens Foundations is a short introduction to cyber security that helps you identify the seven cyber security red flags that p ose a risk or threat to your small business.\n\n\n\nIn this free webinar\, you will learn:\n\n\n\n\nHow to identify cyber security red flags​\n\n\ n\nThe biggest cyber security risks targeting small businesses \n\n\n\nRe d flags and warning signs your business is at risk \n\n\n\nEveryday habit s that make you more vulnerable to cyber crime\n\n\n\n\nRegister now »\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/wp-con tent/uploads/2025/10/Event-template-8.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:63@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251113T073000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251113T090000 DTSTAMP:20251110T203718Z URL:https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/annual-general-meetin g/ SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting &\; Speed Networking Event DESCRIPTION:\nThe Chamber's Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Chamber networ king event will be held 7:30am-9:00am Thursday 13 November at Fliby's Moto rs\, Proserpine. \n\n\n\nThe AGM is open to all\, and eligible members wit h voting rights.\n\n\n\nAt the AGM\, you will have the opportunity to:\n\n \n\n✔️ Hear updates on the Chamber’s operations\, finances\, and fut ure direction.✔️ Ask questions and share feedback on key priorities. ✔️ Vote on agenda items and contribute to shaping the Chamber’s year ahead.\n\n\n\nThe event will also feature guest speakers:\n\n\n\n\nJade Y vonne from The Hon. Amanda Camm MP's office with an update from the Minist er. \n\n\n\nPaul Hanlon\, Council’s Manager of Investment Attraction and Growth\, who will provide an update on Council’s Economic Development S trategy.\n\n\n\n\nPlus\, \;enjoy a fun speed networking \;session\ , giving everyone the chance to share their business news\, insights\, and plans for 2026.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnnual General Meeting \n\ n\n\nThe AGM is open to all\, and eligible members have voting rights.\n\n \n\nAGENDA\n\n\n\n1. Accept \;minutes \;of 2024 Annual General Mee ting \;\n\n\n\n2. Receive President’s Report \;\n\n\n\n3. Receiv e Treasurer’s Report \;\n\n\n\n4. Receive and adopt the Auditor’s Report\n\n\n\n5. Appoint auditor for 2024-25\n\n\n\n6. Election of Office Bearers and Board members for 2025-26: The Chamber welcomes nominations fo r the Board which must be received in writing 14-days prior to the AGM (on or by 30 October 2025). Consideration may be given to late nominations.\n \n\n\nThe Board is seeking representatives particularly from the trades\, accommodation\, food and beverage\, legal\, and health sectors.\n\n\n\nUnd er the Chamber's Constitution s18(5) The Board shall have a maximum of ten (10) members of the association with a minimum of four (4).\n\n\n\nCandid ates will be \;listed in alphabetical order\, with proposers \;and seconders named\, when nominations are received:\n\n\n\nNOMINATIONS FOR P RESIDENT\n\n\n\n1. Allan Milostic \;(LiveLife Pharmacy) proposed by Ja nnah Baker and seconded by Megan Taylor.\n\n\n\nNOMINATIONS FOR VICE PRESI DENT\n\n\n\n2. Jannah Baker \;(Scallywag Fabrication) proposed by Ashe r Telford and seconded by Megan Taylor.\n\n\n\nNOMINATIONS FOR SECRETARY\n \n\n\n3. Megan Taylor \;(Kapow Interactive) proposed by Asher Telford and seconded by Jannah Baker.\n\n\n\nNOMINATIONS FOR TREASURER\n\n\n\n4. F iona Erquiaga \;(Smooth Sailing Finance Consulting) proposed by Megan Taylor and seconded by Asher Telford.\n\n\n\nNOMINATIONS FOR BOARD\n\n\n\n 5. \;Anthony Nobilia \;(Airlie Beach Executive Services) proposed by Jannah Baker and seconded by Julia Evans.\n\n\n\n6. \;Asher Telford  \;(Sealink Whitsundays and Whitsunday Charter Boat Industry Associati on) proposed by Julia Evans and seconded by Cait Fleming.\n\n\n\n7. Doug O 'Connor (Option Insurance Brokers) proposed by Fiona Erquiaga and seconded by Jannah Baker. \n\n\n\n8. \;Emily Harvey \;(Filby’s Motors) p roposed by Jannah Baker and seconded by Julia Evans.\n\n\n\n9. Giulian Gra sso (Whitsunday Law) proposed by Kellee Fogg and Fiona Erquiaga.\n\n\n\nPR OXIES\n\n\n\nIf you are unable to attend the AGM and wish to vote\, please complete the \;proxy form \;and return to it the Chamber via emai l by 5pm Wednesday 12 November 2025.\n\n\n\nRegistration \n\n\n\nThis even t is open to all Chamber members and their guests\, and the broader Whitsu ndays community.\n\n\n\nChamber and Tourism Whitsundays members: \;Two free tickets\, no code required.\n\n\n\nDiscounted tickets \;($18.75) for members of our Association Partners:\n\n\n\n\nBowen Chamber of Commer ce\n\n\n\nBowen Collinsville Enterprise\n\n\n\nBowen Gumlu Growers Associa tion\n\n\n\nBowen Tourism &\; Business\n\n\n\nCreative Connections Whit sunday\n\n\n\nIsaac Business Chamber\n\n\n\nMackay Region Chamber of Comme rce\n\n\n\nTownsville Chamber of Commerce\n\n\n\nWhitsundays Charter Boat Industry Association\n\n\n\nWhitsunday Neighbourhood Centre\n\n\n\n\nNon-m ember ticket: \;$25\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Annual General Meeting\n\n\n\nWhen: 7:30am-9:00am Thursday 13 November 2025\n\n\ n\nWhere: Filby's Motors\, 62 Main Street\, Proserpine \n\n\n\nRegistratio n: FREE for Chamber and Tourism Whitsundays members and Cruise Ship Market vendors\, $18.75 for members of our Association Partners\, and $25 Non-me mbers. Includes light refreshments. \n\n LOCATION:Filby's Motors\, 62 Main Street\, Proserpine\, Queensland \, 4800\ , Australia X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=62 Main Street\, Proserpine \, Queensland \, 4800\, Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Filby's Motor s:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Brisbane X-LIC-LOCATION:Australia/Brisbane BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20230410T173000 TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR