Media Releases & News

Runway must happen

10 May 2012

The Sunshine Coast Business Council is imploring the State and Federal Governments to help secure funding for a new runway at the Sunshine Coast Airport. Click on the below image to enlarge and read.

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SCBC backs new runway need

07 May 2012

Plea to back new runway: Business Council officials call for new councillors to support expansion of Sunshine Coast Airport. Click on the below image to enlarge and read.

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Economic drivers needed

04 May 2012

Expanding our vision: A joint health and education push could fix Coast’s economy. Click on the below image to enlarge and read.

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Business Council calls for SC Health and Education hub

21 April 2012

Our region could become a leading health and education service provider if we work together to maximise the opportunities on offer, according to the Sunshine Coast Business Council. Click here to read the full article.

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All in the same boat

13 April 2012

If the Sunshine Coast is to grab every opportunity to create jobs, increase business, attract more tourists and build infrastructure, all sectors need to pull together. Already there are strong signs this is happening.. Click on the below image to enlarge and read.

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SCBC calls for red tape cuts

05 April 2012

Coast business leaders have called on the new State Government to slash red tape and drive job creation. Click on the below image to enlarge and read.

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SCBC congratulates local Ministerial appointments

30 March 2012

The Sunshine Coast Business Council has congratulated Coast MPs on their new appointments, saying the level of local representation in the ministry was unprecedented for the region. Click here to read the full article.

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SC Business Council urges Council to focus on more regional jobs

30 March 2012

The Sunshine Coast’s leading business advocacy voice has signalled the plans to expand Sunshine Plaza will boost confidence and create jobs in the region. Click here to read the full article.

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SCBC takes action to boost Coast

29 March 2012

There are fears the Sunshine Coast will become dormant like Hervey Bay by 2031 if action is not taken to stimulate our workforce. Click on the below image to enlarge and read.

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SC Business Council urges local business to be heard at Economic Directions Forum

28 March 2012

THE Sunshine Coast Business Council will host an Economic Directions Forum on Wednesday 28 March 2012 at the Innovation Centre at Sippy Downs to rally regional business to demand urgent government focus on key projects for the region’s growth. Click here to read the full article.

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