Sunshine Coast Regional Council eNews
February 2010
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In this month's edition:
Smart technology company chooses the Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast Council welcomes Tracknology's arrival to their new Sunshine Coast home at the Innovation Centre.
Economic Development and Council Entrepreneurship portfolio chair Councillor Lew Brennan said companies like Tracknology who are doing business globally and can be based anywhere in the world are seeing the Sunshine Coast as a key destination that offers many advantages.
Council recently launched 'Natural Advantages' initiative which markets the Sunshine Coast as a business destination, not just a premier holiday destination.
Director of Sales and Products for Tracknology, Steve Walsh said the decision to move to the coast was motivated by a combination of personal and professional reasons.
Tracknology is an Australian developer of comprehensive work order and work flow management solutions that transform mobile devices into wireless platforms. They have secured contracts for the RMA Process, Customer Service Support and Technical Support from Sonim, said to be manufacturers of the world’s toughest phone. This contract win is an important one for the the Sunshine Coast, validating that the coast is a viable region for technology based businesses and international brands to establish their operations in Queensland.
Not only are companies like Tracknology choosing the Sunshine Coast as a preferred business destination but they are showcasing the region to those they do business with on a global scale, who may return either as visitors or investors themselves.
Visit council's website for more information on council's 'Natural Advantages' initiative.
TCF Small Business Program - Round 5 Closing 26 February
Round 5 of the TCF Small Business Program is OPEN for applications and closes on Friday 26 February 2010 at 5.00pm.
Grants are available for up to $50,000 for Textile, Clothing & Footwear businesses that;
Full program information can be found on the AusIndustry website - TCF Small Business Program
Creating a sense of place at the Junction
The Noosa Junction has taken another step closer to an exciting and vibrant new look with the appointment of a locally based consultant to undertake the development of a Place Making Master Plan for Noosa’s well-loved shopping strip.
The appointment of Place Design Group marks the first stage in the project to develop a plan which will rejuvenate the Junction, making it an easier and more attractive place to visit and do business.
The Noosa Junction Place Making Master Plan will focus on town planning, urban design, traffic and landscaping - building on previous economic strategy work already completed in this area.
Council is now talking to the community, the business owners and all stakeholders, to get their thoughts on what the Master Plan should look like.
Noosa Junction, with its lush subtropical greenery, has always had that relaxed, friendly pace and this Place Making Master Plan aims to integrate that feel into the streetscape plans along with good visual and traffic design, economic and ecological outcomes.
Consultation has already started with targeted stakeholders. The event on Saturday 13 March at Arcadia Walk will be the local community’s chance to have a say. The Draft Master Plan will then be on display for feedback in late April – another chance to make sure you have a say – before going to council for final adoption in June.
For Place Making Master Plan announcements and up-dates visit council’s website or contact Jamie Franklin via Council’s call centre 5475 8501.
Planning for success
Discover where market research, financial and action planning fit to develop your own business planning tools.
Wednesday 24 February, 6.00pm to 9.00pm, $44 per person
Noosa Council Chambers, Pelican Street
To book: Call 5437 1300 or email sunshine.coast@dtrdi.qld.gov.au
Risk big, win big
A "fire-side chat" with David Bussau AM, one of Australia's best known entrepreneurs
Wednesday 24 February, 12.30pm to 2.00pm, $66.00 per person (non AIM member)
Sunshine Coast Function Centre, 19 West Terrace, Caloundra
To book: Call 1300 882 895 or visit AIM website to book online
Enterprise Tuesday
David Lumb, Managing Director of Clearmake - the National winner of 2008 Telstra Country Wide Regional Business Award - is a firm believer that we can always do things better in business.
Tuesday 2 March, 4.00pm to 6.00pm, Free
Innovation Centre Business Accelerator Foyer
To book: Call 5450 2600 or email enterprise@usc.edu.au
Networking/Dinner Meeting
In a timely update from Sunshine Coast Regional Council, the progress of Structure Plans, Maroochydore’s status as Principle Activity Centre and the Economic Development Policy will be showcased. This information and insight into our future is a must for business.
Wednesday 3 March, 5.30pm to 8.30pm, $55 non members includes 2 course dinner
Ebb Restaurant, Maroochydore
To book: Call 5443 5661 or email susi@maroochy.org
Getting Export Smart
A practical hands-on export training initiative designed to help Queensland-based companies take up the export challenge in overseas markets
Thursday 4 March - Workshop 1
Thursday 18 March - Workshop 2
Thursday 15 April - Workshop 3
Thursday 29 April - Workshop 4
To book: Call Kay Strong 5437 1300 or email sunshine.coast@dtrdi.qld.gov.au
How to make your brand GREAT
Uncover the secrets of creating and protecting a leading brand
Tuesday 16 March, 7.30am to 10.30am, $45 per person includes breakfast
Novotel Brisbane, 200 Creek Street
To book: visit IP Australia website
Putting IT into Retail
See, hear, experience IT in Retail - discover how technology can increase sales and connect you with your customers
Monday 22 March, 4.00pm to 8.30pm, $77 per person includes light lunch
Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
To book: Call Julia McSwan 07 3878 2974 or email julia.mcswan@conferenceit.com.au
2010 Premier's Climate Smart Sustainability Awards
Nominations are now open for the 2010 Premier’s ClimateSmart Sustainability Awards to showcase the work of Queensland business, industry, schools and community organisations.
Building on the success of the Sustainable Industries Awards, these prestigious Awards will recognise Queensland-based initiatives that help reduce our carbon footprint and set best-practice benchmarks in environmental performance.
Applications are open to businesses, schools, individuals, community, households, not-for-profit organisations and local government.
Nominations close on Friday 26 March 2010.
The winners will be announced at a Gala Awards dinner, hosted by Premier Anna Bligh at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on Friday 4 June 2010.
The Awards are a fantastic way to highlight your commitment to sustainable practices and raise the profile of your initiative. Each category winner will also receive $5,000 cash to support on-going or future sustainability projects.
Visit the Department of Environment and Resource Management website for more information about the Awards and an online application form or phone (07) 3225 1764.
Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival 26-28 March
The Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival is an end of season tradition, and what better way to see out another Australian summer than this festival long weekend.
160 of the world’s best triathlete’s will come together on Sunday 28 March to contest the first leg of the International Triathlon Union’s (ITU) global series.
Since the first Mooloolaba Triathlon in 1992 the event has grown to become the second largest triathlon in Australia behind its counterpoint Noosa, which opens the triathlon season.
The Olympic distance (1.5km swim, 40km cycle, 10km run) Mooloolaba Triathlon is the centrepiece of a 3 day multisport festival that celebrates the best of the Australian summer lifestyle, at one of the world’s premier beachside locations.
Further event information can be found on the Mooloolaba Triathlon website.
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