A number of businesses across the Wide Bay Burnett region are pivoting to supply essential items during the COVID-19 pandemic, and we are pleased to support our local manufacturers and businesses who are #MakingItForQLD. If you are experiencing supply chain issues, click here. Bundaberg Brewed Drinks has formulated hand sanitiser for exclusive sale to …
Introducing micro-credentials from TAFE Queensland
TAFE Queensland’s micro-credentials are short, highly targeted courses designed to help you improve a specific skill. Our micro-credentials will help you improve your career prospects, maintain currency in your field, or allow you to try out something completely new. Watch video Learn more
Advocacy update: Jobkeeper payments to be exempt from Payroll Tax
Received via email from CCIQ On Tuesday, 6 May we received news that the Deputy Premier, Jackie Trad would be announcing that JobKeeper Payments will be exempt from Payroll Tax. This is something that collectively we have been advocating for, and we are thrilled the voices of our small business community have been listened to. …
COVID-19: Health management plans
Please find information regarding new Government directions and guidelines to assist accommodation and transport providers who are now required to have a health management plan and other measures that can be implemented to minimise risk of COVID-19 transmission. The Non-Essential Business direction has been updated to require hostels, bed and breakfasts, backpackers, boarding houses, short …
CCIQ #supportsmall campaign
As part of CCIQ’s ongoing role as advocates for small business, they have just launched our “#SupportSmall” campaign. This is a state-wide campaign (largely online through social media) aimed at promoting, highlighting and showcasing the importance, variety and innovation of small business while influencing consumers to #supportsmall which I know we all agree is essential …
ACCC guidance for small businesses affected by COVID-19
Recently, the ACCC published information for small business to assist them with understanding their rights and obligations under the Australian Consumer Law relating to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19).
Lutheran Services: Influenza Vaccination requirements
The Federal Government has issued a fact sheet regarding the legal requirement for all people entering a residential aged care facility to have the current influenza vaccination.
Queensland COVID-19 – Anzac Day plans
Premier and Minister for Trade – The Honourable Annastacia Palaszczuk Queensland COVID-19 – Tuesday, April 21 – Anzac Day plans Anzac Day will be commemorated and our veterans will be honoured this week while Queensland’s COVID-19 measures continue their effective role in limiting the spread of the virus, with six new cases confirmed today. There …
Support for Australian SME’s
QUT Creative Enterprise Australia has established some intitives to support business networks during this time. They have put together a few practical masterclasses and a hands-on CEO Strategy Series with an experienced CEO, to give businesses practical tools that they can put in place right now to increase revenue and strengthen their foundations for long …
Safe Professional Boundaries Online Training
As most people are confined to their homes at the moment, popularity in online training has definitely increased. Please see below an updated community training list and participation form. Programs hosted by Lifeline Community Connections include: Social & Emotional Wellbeing Suicide Awareness Community Connections Customised Workshops Our program is also seeking expressions of interest to …