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| FEBRUARY 2024 |
To our Charters Towers Business Community, Firstly, CONGRATULATIONS to our most recent award finalists; Australian Street Art Awards
Secondly, we are excited to share the exciting opportunities featured in this month's newsletter. It is encouraged to reach out to the Economic Development Team for additional information or to offer suggestions of programs and initiatives you would like to see in the community. |
| QUARTERLY BUSINESS BREAKFAST - WOMEN IN BUSINESS |
Join us for an inspiring start to 2024 at our first Quarterly Business Breakfast - Women in Business edition, in celebration of International Women's Day! 🌍✨ Proudly supported by Commonwealth Bank Australia.
🎤 Guest Speaker: Karen Jacobsen – The GPS Girl® known as the original Australian Siri, as she shares her insights and experiences.
When: Friday, 8 March 2024 Time: 6:45 am (for 7 am start) Where: The World Theatre (Gill Street Entrance) Tickets: $40 per person - All Welcome! Includes bite-sized breakfast. |
| TRAINING / WORKSHOPS |
CAPABILITY STATEMENT AND TENDERING TIPS WORKSHOP - THIS THURSDAY This interactive workshop by the Queensland Department of State Development aims to help businesses develop and prepare effective capability statements and learn how to stand out through the tendering process. WHEN: Thursday, 8 February WHERE: Charters Towers Excelsior Library I 130 Gill Street TIME: 4 pm - 7 pm COST: $50 per person - Afternoon tea will be provided For more information or to register for the workshop - click here QTIC MICRO-CREDENTIALING PROGRAM Elevate your team's expertise with FREE online courses from the Queensland Tourism Industry Council. QTIC is providing access to free short online courses tailored to the tourism and hospitality industry. Upskill your staff and arm your business with these bite-sized lessons. Register your interest by clicking here |
| WE NEED TO HEAR FROM YOU |
THE SMALL BUSINESS NEEDS SURVEY The Small Business Needs Survey is closing next Friday, 16 February. Your input is important to help develop tailored workshops and essential initiatives that address the specific requirements of our existing business community. Thank you to those who have already responded. Charters Towers Small Business Survey BUSINESS IMPACT SURVEY Department of Education, Small Business and Training are reaching out to small business owners impacted by Tropical Cyclone Kirrily. The details you provide in this survey will be utilised by government to inform recovery and resilience plans for businesses. Complete the online survey 👉 👉 here (if you tick yes to the question about disaster impact it opens up more questions about the financial impact on your business) There is a range of support and assistance available to small businesses: - One-on-one mentoring through the Mentoring for Growth program - Mental Health and well-being support including free one-on-one wellness coaching to help with your unique personal business challenges - Financial counselling - A range of advocacy services through the Queensland Small Business Commissioner's office. If you prefer to get in touch with local representatives of the department or wish to complete the survey in person with a staff member, please email nq.business.support@desbt.qld.gov.au |
| TEN DAYS IN THE TOWERS |
Get involved in 10 days in the Towers! Charters Towers businesses and organisations are encouraged to host an event, or activity, or offer an exclusive promotional discount between 26 April to 5 May 2024. Council will showcase these contributions in a comprehensive booklet distributed online and throughout the Region, acting as a guide for both our local community and visitors. We hope that businesses and organisations use the opportunity to enhance their presence, engage with the community and collaborate with others to promote and grow this longstanding event. |
| RUSH FESTIVAL SPONSORSHIP |
Have you heard? Rush Festival is back for 2024, scheduled for 11 - 13 October. Seize the opportunity to be an integral part of this popular Charters Towers event. By becoming a supporter of the Rush Festival, you'll be part of a locally connected and impactful marketing campaign that reaches both Charters Towers and the broader community. Explore the 2024 Sponsorship Prospectus by clicking here. For additional information about Rush Festival visit www.rushfestival.com.au |
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Feel free to share this newsletter with your colleagues and business associates. Businesses interested in receiving the Business Buzz can register here. Economic Development Team Economic Development | Community Building CHARTERS TOWERS REGIONAL COUNCIL P 07 4761 5357 M 0408 348 065 E akeen@charterstowers.qld.gov.au W www.charterstowers.qld.gov.au |
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