Gold Coast Regional Jobs Committee

07/09/2026

🌏 Free investment readiness program opens for Gold Coast businesses🌏

Trade and Investment Queensland's Investment Ready Queensland program, commencing in early September 2026, will provide practical guidance for businesses exploring investment opportunities from domestic or international sources.

The free program is open to Queensland businesses of all sizes and is designed to help participants build the capability to navigate the investment journey with clarity and confidence.

Across three practical sessions, participants will gain valuable insights into what investors look for, how investment transactions work and what it takes to build credibility and confidence when seeking capital. ✍️💰

Module Date Details:
Module 1: Wednesday 9 September, 9.00am – 1.00pm
Module 2: Wednesday 30 September, 9.00am – 1.00pm
Module 3: Wednesday 21 October, 9.00am – 1.00pm

Register for the first three Investment Ready Queensland modules➡️ https://www.tiq.qld.gov.au/exporter-academy/investment-ready-queensland-program

See the full suite of Queensland Exporter Academy courses here➡️ https://www.tiq.qld.gov.au/exporter-academy/resource-hub

25/08/2026

Want to ensure smooth contract delivery to help win ongoing business?

Growing Queensland is hosting an Effective Contract Delivery webinar to help businesses strengthen their contract management practices and avoid common pitfalls.

During the webinar, you’ll learn how to:
✍️Conduct the critical contract checks you need to make before signing
✍️Implement processes to monitor and track contract delivery performance
✍️Avoid common mistakes that can impact successful contract delivery

Webinar Details:
📆Wednesday, 2 September 2026
🕙10.00am – 11.30am
💰$25.00

🎟️Register: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/effective-contract-delivery-webinar-tickets-1763172479349?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

11/08/2026

RDA Gold Coast and the Gold Coast Regional Jobs Committee extend their sincere thanks to Shane Thomson as he retires from his role as Project Manager.

Shane has made valid contributions to advancing workforce development across the Gold Coast, working collaboratively with industry, government, education and community stakeholders to support initiatives that strengthen the region's workforce and employment outcomes. 📝🤝

His professionalism, commitment and collaborative approach have been greatly appreciated, and his contributions have supported the ongoing work of the Gold Coast Regional Jobs Committee.

We thank Shane for his service and wish him every success, good health and happiness as he embarks on this well-deserved retirement. 👏

22/07/2026

🌧️Is your business prepared for the unexpected?🌧️

ConnectedLE, alongside the City of Gold Coast, is hosting a FREE Building Business Resilience Forum: Disaster Preparedness.

This practical forum is designed to help local businesses strengthen resilience, plan ahead and feel more confident about responding to disruption.

What to expect:
☔Lived experience Q&A panel with local business owners sharing real stories and lessons learned
☔Expert Q&A with recovery, emergency management and business support professionals
☔Business Continuity Planning workshop to help you build or refine your plan
☔Networking with fellow business owners and local support services
☔Complimentary canapés and drinks in a relaxed waterfront setting

Event Details:
📅Thursday, 23 July 2026
🕔5.00pm – 7.00pm
📍Southport Yacht Club, Main Beach
🎟️Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/business-disaster-resilience-forum-tickets-1989880920399

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your approach, you’ll walk away with more tools in your toolkit to help your business respond, adapt, and bounce back.

13/07/2026

👷Ready to Grow Your Workforce? Discover the Benefits of Employing an Apprentice👷

Trade business owners are invited to attend the FREE TRADIE BREAKFAST: Build Your Crew, co-hosted by the Gold Coast Regional Jobs Committee, Construction Skills Queensland - CSQ and the Gold Coast Construction Industry Advisory Group.

This informative breakfast session will provide practical guidance on employing apprentices, including:
🛠️Apprentice employment costs
🛠️Available funding and financial support
🛠️The recruitment process and key first steps
🛠️Resources to help businesses build a skilled and sustainable workforce

Event Details:
📅Tuesday 4 August
🕡6.30am –7.30am
📍Grand Motors Toyota, Southport
🎟️Register: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/tradie-breakfast-build-your-crew-tickets-1992525781249

The Gold Coast Regional Jobs Committee is proudly supported and funded by the Queensland Government.

Skills for Queensland

09/07/2026

🌏Invest in Multicultural Community Facilities🌏

The Australian Government is investing up to $41.6 million through the Multicultural Communities Grant to support facilities that strengthen connection and inclusion within multicultural communities.

Grant funding is available to construct, upgrade or extend infrastructure that delivers lasting benefits to multicultural communities. Eligible projects may include:

🏢Community hubs and centres
🏢Museums, libraries and art spaces
🏢Indoor and outdoor amenities, including food preparation areas, dining spaces, bathrooms and barbecue facilities
🏢Meeting and conference facilities
🏢stages, auditoriums and spaces to encourage performing arts
🏢spaces for sporting and physical activities.

Batch 2 is open for applications until 12 November 2026, 3.00pm AEST

For more information, visit➡️ https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/our-portfolios/multicultural-grants/current-grants/grant-opportunities/infrastructure-for-multicultural-communities-grants

06/07/2026

Are you an Australian business interested in employing overseas workers from the Pacific Islands and Timor-Leste using the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme or the Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV)?

The Australian Department of Home Affairs are hosting a free webinar for any business or organisation who would like information on these visas.

The webinar is being held on Thursday, 28 July 2026 at 11.00am AEST.

To register, visit➡️ https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1525116

23/06/2026

📝Strengthen Your Small Business with Free Expert Resources📝

Whether you're starting a new venture or looking to grow an established business, having the right knowledge and tools can make all the difference.

The Australian Taxation Office's NEW Essentials to Strengthen Your Small Business platform offers free resources to help business owners better understand tax, superannuation, record keeping, cash flow management, digital tools and business planning. 💻💰

The platform features tailored learning pathways, videos, interactive tools, quick facts and action plans designed to build confidence, improve business decision making and support long term success.

Whether you are just starting out or looking to strengthen an existing business, these practical resources can help you build a stronger foundation for future growth.

Visit the platform here➡️ https://smallbusiness.taxsuperandyou.gov.au/

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16/06/2026

👪 Community Connections in Action👪

It was fantastic to see so many local families and community members come together at the recent ETC Families & Community Connect Event on the Gold Coast.

The Gold Coast Regional Jobs Committee was proud to support ETC - Employment and Training on the day, with the Project Manager, Shane Thomson, and our Committee Member, Jodi Brackenbury, assisting at the Parent Pathways information stand.

The Parent Pathways program supports parents and carers with personalised guidance to explore education, training and employment pathways.

The event brought together a wide range of community organisations, training providers, and support services, helping families connect with valuable opportunities while fostering meaningful conversations about employment, training, education, and the support services available across the region. 💼🤝

👏 Thank you to ETC and all participating organisations for creating a positive space where families could access support, build connections and learn about the many opportunities available within our community.

The Gold Coast Regional Jobs Committee is proudly supported and funded by the Queensland Government.

Skills for Queensland

15/06/2026

🚧Grounded Program Launches Pathways to Civil Construction Careers🚧

Today marked the official launch of the Grounded Program, a First Nations pre-employment initiative creating meaningful pathways into the civil construction industry.

Delivered by Shaping Australia Group and proudly funded by the Australian Government, the Grounded Program is designed to connect First Nations participants with real employment opportunities through practical skills development, industry knowledge, hands-on experience and career pathways in one of Australia's most in-demand sectors.

Participants will take part in hands-on learning, industry exposure, cultural support and job readiness activities, building the confidence, skills and capabilities needed to enter the civil construction workforce. 🛠️👷

In recent weeks, the Gold Coast Regional Jobs Committee has been proud to engage with key stakeholders and partners as preparations for the Grounded Program came together. These valuable conversations and collaborations have played a vital role in shaping a program that is responsive to community needs and focused on creating meaningful employment opportunities.

Together, we are demonstrating the power of partnership in supporting positive employment outcomes and fostering long term career success for participants.

The GC RJC remains committed to supporting initiatives that increase workforce participation, strengthen communities, create sustainable employment pathways across our region and empower First Nations people to achieve their career goals. ⚫ 🟡 🔴

The Gold Coast Regional Jobs Committee is proudly supported and funded by the Queensland Government.

Skills for Queensland