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Ms Zubrinich yesterday attended the Queensland Government’s presentation of the 2032 Delivery Plan for the Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games, announced following a 100-day review. “Queensland Premier David Crisafulli’s presentation of the 2032 Delivery Plan signifies a pivotal moment in Queensland’s preparations for the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games. The plan outlines substantial infrastructure developments…

Chair of the Sunshine Coast Business Council (SCBC) Sandy Zubrinich has expressed disappointment that the 2025–26 Federal Budget failed to commit critical infrastructure funding for the Sunshine Coast, despite the region’s rapid population growth, its role as a key partner region for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games and its escalating housing crisis. Ms…

As the nation anticipates the upcoming federal election, the Sunshine Coast Business Council (SCBC) hosted an exclusive forum with Federal Members Ted O’Brien and Andrew Wallace, offering the 100-plus guests timely insights into the political and economic landscape. With key national and regional issues at stake, the corporate lunch held on 14 March provided local…

The Sunshine Coast Business Council has hosted lunch with Queensland’s Minister for the Environment and Tourism and Minister for Science and Innovation, Andrew Powell MP, who provided insight into Queensland’s tourism future and what it means for South East Queensland and the Sunshine Coast region. Sunshine Coast Business Council (SCBC) Chair Sandy Zubrinich said the…

“The Sunshine Coast Business Council strongly commends Walker Corporation’s bold vision for a 7,000-seat arena, athlete village and 5-star hotel, set to cement the region as a premier games and tourism destination, and create a powerful legacy for Queensland,” Ms Zubrinich said. “We have long been advocating for the delivery of a major hub for…

“For more than two decades, successive governments have repeatedly promised to deliver heavy rail between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast — yet here we are, still debating the viability of this transformative infrastructure investment while our region waits for action. “From the former Beattie ALP government’s Transport Minister Paul Lucas committing $480 million in 2005…

The region’s leading business advocacy group, the Sunshine Coast Business Council (SCBC), has announced the appointment of two highly respected local business leaders to its board of directors, both bringing extensive expertise from the property development sector. Project Director of Stockland Aura, Josh Sondergeld and Managing Director and Founder of Scanlon Group, Tony Scanlon joined…

Sandy Zubrinich, Chair of the Sunshine Coast Business Council said the decision to cancel this year’s New Year’s Eve fireworks display at Mooloolaba has not only disappointed generations of families but has also drawn national criticism, with a major TV network shaming the Sunshine Coast Council for cancelling midnight NY fireworks and for its lack…

The Sunshine Coast Business Council hosted its annual Combined Government and Business Forum at the Maroochy RSL on Friday, bringing together 70 guests representing government and the business community, to explore strategies to ensure the future economic growth and prosperity of the region. Chief Economist at the Business Council of Australia Stephen Walters shared insights…

By Sandy Zubrinich, Sunshine Coast Business Council Chair Sunshine Coast Business Council Chair Sandy Zubrinich today congratulated the new LNP State Government on its win over the weekend. “Congratulations to the LNP and our successful regional candidates who secured a win in this weekend’s election,” Ms Zubrinich said. “This is a pivotal time for Queensland,…