Forums and Events

2024 SCBC Annual General Meeting

22 November 2024

More than 20 Members and guests participated in this year’s which preceded the Annual Combined Government & Business Forum held on Friday 22nd November 2024 at the Maroochy RSL. The 2025 Board consists of the following members: Sandy Zubrinich – Board Member and Chair Kevin Covey – Board Member Kylie Ezzy – Board Member Jason…

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Combined Government & Business Forum 2024 – “The Road Back to Economic Growth & Prosperity”

22 November 2024

The Combined Government & Business Forum is an annual event to bring three tiers of government and business leaders together.  75 people attended this year’s event.  The 2024 theme was “The Road Back to Economic Growth & Prosperity”. Combined Government & Business Forum 2024 brochure Presentations: Paul Riga Stephen Walters Michael Campbell

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Lunch with the Deputy Leader of the LNP, Jarrod Bleijie MP

30 August 2024

2024 is an election year – Local Government elections held on March 2024, State Government elections on 26th October 2024 and potentially, a Federal Election within the next 6 months – a crucial time for this State’s economy, industry transition and growth, business prosperity, and jobs. The region of the Sunshine Coast needs business regulation…

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Building a Brighter Future – A Mayoral Panel Discussion

19 June 2024

The recent appointment of two new mayors and the continuation of Moreton Bay and Gympie’s leadership, provides a crucial opportunity to hear the vision and strategies of our local government leaders. How will they continue down the path of economic growth and sustainability, address productivity within local government, housing affordability and attract business investment in…

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Outlook For Business Investment

03 May 2024

Investment spending is critical for the long-term economic sustainability of our nation and our regions. SCBC have been highlighting the signs of slowing private investment in the Sunshine Coast Region and the need to ensure regional investment signals are working to attract and increase the flow of investment and not act as a barrier. This…

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Annual SCBC Strategic Directions Workshop – 8th February 2024

21 February 2024

The Sunshine Coast Business Council held its annual Strategy half day workshop to set the scenes for the year ahead on Thursday 8th February, 2024 at the morning session at the UniSC Auditorium at Sippy Downs.  The agenda and copies of presentations are included below. Workshop Agenda Caloundra Chamber – Regional competitiveness: Our chance to shape a stronger Sunshine Coast Property…

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Meet the Mayoral Candidates Forum – 15th February 2024

15 February 2024

The Sunshine Coast Business Council recently held a Meet the Mayoral Candidates Forum leading up to the 16th March 2024 local elections. Regional mayoral candidates were invited to participate and discuss key issues facing the Sunshine Coast, particularly relating to business. Download forum papers: Forum Agenda Candidates statements summarised from their websites Candidates responses to…

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Annual General Meeting and Christmas Drinks – 2023

23 November 2023

Members and guests who participated in this year’s AGM and Christmas Drinks were welcomed by Member, Scanlon Property Group, to their new Essence Boutique Hotel at Peregian Beach complex. Financial Statements For The Year Ended 30 June 2023 Chair’s Annual Report for CY 2023 Notice of Annual General Meeting Sunshine Coast Business Council Sunshine Coast…

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Combined Government & Business Forum – Delivering Regional Infrastructure Priorities – 31 st October 2023

31 October 2023

The Combined Government & Business Forum is a by invitation annual event to bring 3 tiers of government and business leaders together. The 2023 theme is “Delivering Regional Infrastructure Priorities”. Combined Government & Business Forum 2023 – Brochure

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Think Tank Series 7: Talent Attraction Strategies

30 October 2023

Think Tank Series 7 focussed on Talent Attraction Strategies allowing the Sunshine Coast region to compete nationally and internationally. The series was held over four months – May, June, July and October 2023. A final session to review action items and future strategies are planned for March 2024. Click the links below to view and…

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