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We’re excited to welcome our 2025–2026 Board of Directors! This new leadership team brings fresh ideas and continued commitment to supporting business growth and fostering collaboration across the Southport community.

The Southport Priority Development Area (PDA) is a key initiative driving the transformation of Southport into the vibrant Central Business District (CBD) of the Gold Coast. Declared under Queensland’s Economic Development Act 2012, the PDA aims to deliver economic growth, attract investment, and create spaces that benefit the local community.

The Southport Chamber AGM + Rooftop Networking brought together members and guests for an evening of connection, celebration, and community at Tryp Southport — a great mix of business insights, networking, and rooftop views.

The Mooncake Festival lit up Davenport and Young Streets with dazzling performances, delicious street food, and a vibrant display of community spirit — a true celebration of culture and connection. 🌕✨

Local writers are invited to join a productive and supportive writing community each Sunday at Southport Library. The free, volunteer-led program is designed to help Gold Coast writers cultivate their writing habits while connecting with fellow enthusiasts.

Broadbeach is set to come alive with the sounds of country music this October as the Groundwater Country Music Festival (CMF) makes its highly anticipated return.

The next wave of digital innovation is here, and Queensland businesses can’t afford to be left behind. As rising costs, stalled productivity and evolving expectations reshape workplaces, the question is no longer if change will happen, but how fast businesses can adapt.

All current members are hereby notified that the 2025 Annual General Meeting of the Southport Chamber of Commerce Inc will be held on 16 October 2025

Every year, communities across the world gather to celebrate the Mooncake Festival — a joyful occasion filled with vibrant colours, rich traditions, and the spirit of togetherness. This year, Southport Chinatown is bringing that magic to the Gold Coast, transforming its streets into a bustling hub of culture, food, music, and celebration.

The U.S. has introduced new tariff rates under an Executive Order signed on 31 July 2025. These changes are significant for Queensland exporters.

The City of Gold Coast continues to monitor water quality at 25 of our most popular swimming areas to ensure our beaches, rivers, and lakes remain safe for locals and visitors.

The Southport Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the formation of the Chinatown Gold Coast Taskforce, a new sub-committee dedicated to revitalising Chinatown as a must-visit cultural and community destination.

If you live, work, or visit Southport regularly, it’s important to stay across the current parking rules and permit options. Here's a quick summary of key information about the Southport Traffic Area and parking regulations:

The City of Gold Coast is continuing its strong commitment to building a thriving and sustainable local economy, with an $87 million investment in 2025–26 to support its key controlled entities and economic growth initiatives.

When you have the right team, you can make the most of growth opportunities. But for many small businesses, hiring and keeping talent can be challenging.

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Business Chamber Queensland’s latest Pulse Business Conditions Report reveals a key challenge for many businesses: attracting and retaining suitably qualified employees.

Experience Gold Coast invites industry partners to a Virtual Industry Update this Friday, March 14, from 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM. This session will provide key details on the planned recovery marketing activity following the impacts of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

Supporting Businesses & Residents Through Recovery

Due to demand, our expert workplace team will host a second webinar this week, to help disaster impacted businesses across the state to manage your workforce following a disaster.

As we begin another exciting year for the Chamber, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of our members for their unwavering support and active engagement.

The Southport Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to invite you to an evening of festivities as we welcome the Year of the Wood Snake.

📢 Have Your Say on Cash Payments!

Queensland small and family businesses, share your challenges with red tape and help shape reforms to make it easier for you to grow. Your feedback is crucial in creating a more business-friendly environment. Submit by 10 March!

The City of Gold Coast is currently reviewing its regulatory approach to the display of goods for sale on Council-controlled footways.

Pulse Survey of business conditions now open: What did the December quarter mean for businesses in your region?

All current members are hereby notified that the 2024 Annual General Meeting of the Southport Chamber of Commerce Inc will be held on (Insert time and date).

The City is investigating a proposed world class arena as the next major project to solidify the Gold Coast as one of Australia’s entertainment capitals.

Join the Gold Coast North and Southport Chambers of Commerce for an exciting meet and greet at The Club Parkwood Village!

With the election just four days away, the prospect of a change of government gives a golden opportunity to discuss your expectations from a potential LNP government. As your local representative, I am committed to ensuring our community’s voice is heard.

The Southport Chamber of Commerce extends its sincere gratitude to the following donors for their generous contributions to the Gold Coast Business Breakfast – Artificial Intelligence held on May 23, 2024. Your support is greatly appreciated and plays a significant role in our community’s success.

A new City of Gold Coast organisation focused on tourism, events, arts and culture, and education outcomes for the city.

For the last eight weeks, Councillors and City executives have been buried in budget discussions. There is nothing more important than respecting our rate payers’ money— delivering for the city now, and for our future. The 2024/25 City Budget was adopted by Council today, 7 June. We have honoured our commitment to keeping net rates and charges increases under inflation.

One of the first things I did when elected was introduce the Southport Community Consultative Committee (SCCC). The committee ran for many years until meetings stopped in 2022.

Business owners and HR professionals, tickets are selling fast for our Workplace Relations Conference: Understanding the new employment landscape.

It is great to be back, SCOC!

Families across the Gold Coast have felt the grip of the cost-of-living crisis more than ever. With every expense soaring in price far beyond what families can afford, many are falling into debt just to survive. The December Quarter Consumer Price Index paints a stark picture, revealing Queenslanders are enduring the steepest increases in essential costs compared to the rest of Australia.

Join us for Queensland Small Business Month (QSBM) this May as we celebrate the 482,000 small businesses operating across our state. QSBM recognises it takes considerable dedication to run a business year-round, and the month presents a fantastic opportunity to build connections, acquire new skills, and encourage public support for our hard-working small businesses.

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The 'Back to Work' program provides financial and non-financial support to Queensland employers and jobseekers facing disadvantage. Employers have access to two support payments:

We are thrilled to welcome aboard our dynamic new board members, bringing a wealth of expertise and fresh perspectives to drive the Southport business community forward. With diverse backgrounds and a shared commitment to fostering growth and innovation, our newly appointed members are poised to lead us into an exciting chapter of collaboration and success.

GCBizHub offers a variety of meeting rooms for you to choose from. Our meeting rooms are versatile, multi-purpose work settings that are perfect for teamwork, private meetings and creative collaboration.

In the shadow of escalating concerns around youth crime within our community, the upcoming Youth Justice Reform Select Committee public hearing in Southport cannot come soon enough. As members of the Southport Chamber of Commerce, deeply invested in the prosperity and safety of our community, this hearing represents an opportunity to have our voices heard.

It is my pleasure to welcome in the new Chamber Committee led by President, Trevor Bruger. I wish you all the very best.

Great news! We are hosting a webinar in February 2024 for those businesses who missed our in-person 2023 Growing Queensland Business Roadshow.

Free, practical information to support your business recovery

The Australian and Queensland Governments have announced further assistance for Queenslanders impacted by the SEQ storms on Christmas night.

Severe thunderstorms have impacted communities in South-East Queensland including the Gold Coast.

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For over 110 years, the Southport Chamber of Commerce have believed in the potential of Southport as a strong central business district. This belief has not waivered.

All current members are hereby notified that the 2023 Annual General Meeting of the Southport Chamber of Commerce Inc will be held on Tuesday 12 December 2023 at 7:00am.

After-tax income for every Australian household has fallen by 5.1 percent this last financial year - making it the worst plunge among developed nations. Australian incomes are going backwards with surging mortgage rates and elevated inflation causing pay levels to drop. Australia's household debt to income ratio of 197.6 percent is also the highest in the world, after Switzerland.

It was a pleasure to join the Mayor for his Sustainable Business Forum for Gold Coast Business Week at Southport Sharks.

We need your insight to better understand business conditions in Queensland.

A new multimillion-dollar centre for science and medical excellence has the green light to move forward on the Gold Coast.

Local developer Niecon recently received development approval for its landmark Gold Coast Life Sciences Centre.

There are pivotal moments in one's career that encapsulate the purpose and passion of public service, and the progression of Common Ground on the Gold Coast is undoubtedly one of them for me.

Published Friday, 08 September, 2023 at 10:20 AM

Gold Coast Women in Business Awards 2023