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25.01.2022 This week is Get Ready Queensland Week (12 to 18 October 2020) which means it's time for all Queenslanders to Get Ready for the upcoming severe weather season. Now's the time to prepare your household and community to protect what matters most and take the pressure off emergency services. This week, complete three simple steps to prepare and protect your household: make a plan, pack supplies and check your insurance. For more information on how to Get Ready, visit getready.ql...d.gov.au @GetReadyQueensland #GetReadyQueensland

25.01.2022 Sign up now for a FREE Mentoring for Growth session! Register your business to be matched with a volunteer business mentor who can best help you at this time with your business’ operational challenges and/or opportunities. Sessions are currently being offered online on Tuesdays and Thursdays and run for approximately 45 minutes. Register now for sessions in November: https://bit.ly/2QeUETs

25.01.2022 The National Skills Commission is seeking feedback from businesses to help them present data in the Labour Market Information Portal in a way that is more accessible and easier to use and understand. The portal contains a vast array of labour market information, including jobactive data, employment by industry and occupation, unemployment rates, monthly job vacancies, employment projections and much more. To complete the short survey visit: https://bit.ly/3dGBgbC

25.01.2022 From coffees and cakes, to law firms and furniture and everything in between. Social enterprises sell or trade a wide range of products and services to make a difference in our community! Just like The Cage Youth Foundation which provides community services to Redlands youth and families experiencing hardship and isolation. Their services are self-funded by providing lawn mowing, general maintenance, community graffiti removal and playground clean-ups through the social ent...erprise. Are you a social enterprise? Join in! Let's take Positive Action with Every Transaction. Download the free toolkit at positivetransaction.com.au #Positivetransaction #socialenterprise Queensland Social Enterprise Council

25.01.2022 Black Wolf Consulting CEO Tanya Abbey was recently named the winner of two international awards for great employers. Tanya volunteers her services as a mentor under the Queensland Government Mentoring for Growth program. We couldn’t be more proud for being recognised among some of the largest corporations in the world. As a family-owned and operated Gold Coast business, it’s such an incredible honour to be awarded alongside companies like IBM and DHL, especially during a glo...bal pandemic, Tanya said. The Stevie Awards honour organisations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, recognising outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide: https://bit.ly/35Gd5rp Why not get help with your business’ operational challenges and opportunities from a mentor just like Tanya? Register your business for a Mentoring for Growth session today. Sessions run for approximately 45 minutes, to register https://bit.ly/2QeUETs

24.01.2022 Getting your business online can provide new opportunities and benefits. There are many different ways to do business online, and it's a good idea to consider which ones might suit your business. Check out the information on the Business Queensland website to help you make informed decisions: https://bit.ly/2UWjQQb

24.01.2022 Did you know that for every $1 spent on mentally healthy workplaces, up to $2.30 is returned from reduced presenteeism, absenteeism and compensation. It just makes good business sense to create a mentally healthy workplace: https://bit.ly/2SbaOgn Next week is Mental Health Week, with the theme ‘Take time’ why not take the time to see how you can get involved? You can also check out the Psychological Health for Small Business Guide: https://bit.ly/2Gm4dNl #QMHW

24.01.2022 Businesses, organisations and community groups that want to hold events and activities over the festive holiday season must ensure they comply with the requirements of the Chief Health Officer Public Health Directions and the COVID Safe Events Framework this means operating under a COVID Safe Event Checklist, approved COVID Safe Event Plan or Approved Industry Plan. To help everyone have a good time and stay safe, check out this information for businesses, organisations and community groups wanting to hold events over the festive holiday season: https://bit.ly/38jn082

23.01.2022 Today, we pay tribute to Australia’s men and women who have served and are still serving in our defence forces. We remember those who have died or suffered in ...conflicts, wars and in peacekeeping operations, and honour their courage, loyalty and sacrifice. Lest we forget. #WeRememberThem #RemembranceDay awm.gov.au/werememberthem

22.01.2022 Are you considering setting up a residential service to help accommodate people? Before you do, it’s important to understand the requirements to register the service https://bit.ly/34YpFlv Find out what Miriam, a Regulatory Analyst for the Queensland Government, looks for when it comes to residential service delivery. https://bit.ly/3knMtQb

21.01.2022 The Australian Taxation Office has a range of information and advice to help keep your private data safe and protect your business. www.ato.gov.au/general/online-services/online-security/

21.01.2022 Cyber security is an important consideration for businesses. It’s Computer Security Day today so make the time to ensure that your systems are protected. The Australian Cyber Security Centre provides tailored information and advice on how small and medium businesses can protect themselves from the most common cyber security threats. Find out what you can do to protect your business, customers and suppliers https://bit.ly/3eZpvvM

21.01.2022 Thinking of employing a high school graduate or school-based apprentice? Are you aware that senior secondary schooling in Queensland has changed? Year 12 students in 2020 will be the first to graduate under the new Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) system. The new QCE system prepares students for the 21st century by giving them the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to participate successfully in the economy and broader community and thrive in a complex and rapidly changing world. Under the new system eligible students will receive an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) instead of an Overall Position (OP). In Queensland, the ATAR recognises a broader range of learning, including the significant role vocational education and training (VET) plays in senior studies. For more information, go to www.qld.gov.au/newqce

21.01.2022 Grabbing a coffee somewhere today? It’s World Social Enterprise Day so why not head to a business like Nice Coffee Co., a social enterprise that gives 100% of their profits to provide access to education in the Kibera Slum, Kenya. Social enterprises are businesses created to do good. See what’s local to you by searching the directory at postivetransaction.com.au #Positivetransaction #socialenterprise #SocialEnterpriseDay Queensland Social Enterprise Council

21.01.2022 Queensland tourism business owners can apply for a COVID-19 International Tourism Adaptation Grant of up to $10,000 to help move your business to a domestic market or hibernate until international markets reopen. The program will close once all funding has been allocated. https://bit.ly/3plt5qL

20.01.2022 Breanna Cassidy was recently crowned the Bob Marshman Trainee of the Year in the 2020 Queensland Training Awards. Working with her employer, local Maryborough business Zip Print Australia, and training provider Australian College Of Commerce and Management - RTO 1441, Breanna successfully completed a Certificate III in Business and hasn't looked back since. Her self-confidence and abilities have grown, and she is a highly valued member of her team. Breanna is now powering al...ong on her learning journey with her employer, following her passion for design into an apprenticeship in graphic pre-press. Congratulations #QTA2020 state winner Breanna Cassidy and good luck at nationals in November! Read more winner stories: https://bit.ly/qtastate #CelebrateTraining

20.01.2022 As Australia’s largest tea grower, Queensland Government supplier, Nerada Tea, is a Far North Queensland success story. Operating for almost 50 years, their product is world-class and pesticide free, achieving Rainforest alliance certification. Nerada Tea is environmentally sustainable and also supports Queensland businesses along the supply chain.... Find out more about these great Queensland businesses and the Buy Queensland approach: https://www.hpw.qld.gov.au/news-publications/news #BuyQld #UniteAndRecover #GoLocalQld #eatqld

18.01.2022 Safety at work is an issue that concerns everyone, and it’s important all Queenslander’s make it home safely at the end of a work day. You can support #SafeWorkMonth by raising awareness of the importance of health, safety and wellbeing in the workplace with your workforce, their families and the community to build a strong safety culture. For more information on Safe Work Month visit: https://bit.ly/3cz8sRX ... #SWM20

18.01.2022 With rent relief arrangements for eligible businesses being extended to 31 December 2020, the Queensland Small Business Commissioner has stepped through the key parts that have changed, and touches on important reminders about what hasn’t changed in this explanatory video. For more information visit: https://bit.ly/3lne44B

17.01.2022 Do you own or run a club, pub or restaurant and are currently selling takeaway alcoholic beverages under the relaxed Queensland liquor licensing arrangements due to COVID-19? The Australian Taxation Office has extended the period of non-compliance until 31 January 2021, so no need to worry about your excise manufacturer licence and excise duty until then. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3l7ILuN

17.01.2022 Did you know that your business could be eligible for a wage subsidy if you take on a new apprentice?

17.01.2022 The Queensland Government is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that better reflects the community we serve - creating a culture that promotes the skills and insights of our people irrespective of gender or ethnicity. Show your support for diversity in business and register for the next Queensland Migrant Women in Business Virtual Summit event ‘The Danger of a Single Story - Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’ on 30 October now! https://bit.ly/346sfnI #breakingdownbarriers #migrantwomeninbusinesssummit2020 #diversity #opportunity

15.01.2022 Congratulations to Queensland’s training stars who shone bright at the 2020 Australian Training Awards on Friday night, in particular Small Employer of the Year winner Kent Saddlery! Amazing work A special shout-out also to all the businesses supporting all our national winners and finalists thank you for providing apprenticeship, traineeship and formal training opportunities for your employees. For more on #TeamQLD visit https://bit.ly/qld-team.... #QTA2020 #CelebrateTraining #ATA2020 #realskillsforrealcareers See more

15.01.2022 As we come into Summer, now is the time to plan ahead and prepare your business for a natural disaster. Get ready by developing an emergency plan for your business, organise your insurance, and provide training for your staff in first aid and evacuation procedures. The Business Queensland website contains useful information to help you, including checklists for specific natural disasters: https://bit.ly/2IOnkBj

14.01.2022 Did you know, 1 in 5 Australians experience a mental health condition in any year and 1 in 2 Australians will experience a mental health condition in a lifetime? ‘Take time’ to consider how you can support a mentally healthy workplace by getting involved in Mental Health Week, from 10 18 October. Beyond Blue and the Australian Government have created a new initiative, allowing small business owners to access free, evidence-based mental health coaching services. Under the Ne...wAccess for Small Business service, coaches who themselves have a small business background will be trained to deliver evidence-based mental health support, free of charge, to small businesses around Australia via telehealth. Beyond Blue will work with the small business community to establish the new service in the coming months. For more information head to: www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/newaccess Get involved in free virtual events for Mental Health Week with Workplace Health and Safety Queensland and access handy tools and resources via: https://bit.ly/3dbmkSw #TakeTime #QMHW #WorkSafe #BeyondBlue

13.01.2022 The Australian Taxation Office has a wide range of free online webinars available to small businesses during November. Some are also offered in Chinese, Arabic and Vietnamese. Topics include running a small business from home, digital options for small business, considering your small business viability, and tax support or cash flow for small business. Visit: https://bit.ly/36ITmIB

13.01.2022 Reminder: The next Queensland Migrant Women in Business Virtual Summit event ‘The Danger of a Single Story’ is on Friday 30 October. Show your support for diversity in business and register now! https://bit.ly/346sfnI #breakingdownbarriers #migrantwomeninbusinesssummit2020 #diversity #opportunity

11.01.2022 Further easing of restrictions in Queensland from Tuesday. Read more below

11.01.2022 A new infographic ‘Life at 25: then & now’ from LSAY provides a snapshot of how study, training and work have changed for Australians aged 25 in 2019 when compared with those of the same age in 2009. More info at: https://bit.ly/34gb84b

10.01.2022 Show your support for diversity in business and register for the next Queensland Migrant Women in Business Virtual Summit event ‘Migrant millennials the good, the bad and the oh why didn’t someone tell me this sooner’ on 30 November https://bit.ly/346sfnI Topics covered will include what are the challenges and opportunities for young migrants as they leave university and start their career; how prepared are they for employment in the workplace, and entrepreneurship, starting your own business, and building a brand. #breakingdownbarriers #migrantwomeninbusinesssummit2020 #diversity #opportunity

10.01.2022 From today (1 October), the density of people allowed in an outdoor public space will change from 1 person per 4 square metres, to 1 person per 2 square metres. This means more people can enjoy beer gardens, outdoor cafes and alfresco dining options across Queensland. For indoor venues, if your business has a floor space less than 200 square metres you can have 1 person per 2 square meters, up to 50 people; and for those venues with a floor space of more than 200 square metr...es, it’s 1 person per 4 square metres. The Queensland Government also announced that the maximum number of people allowed at community events with a COVID-safe checklist will increase from 500 to 1,000 people. For further information and updates on COVID-19 business restrictions head to: https://bit.ly/37fnF7K

09.01.2022 The Australian Business Growth Fund was recently launched by the Australian Government With an initial investment pool of $540 million, the fund will soon engage with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with annual revenue between $2 million and $100 million and a track record of growth and profitability. It will offer long-term equity capital investments between $5 million and $15 million to support innovation, expansion and new job opportunities in the SME sector. Read the release: https://bit.ly/3fgD38a

08.01.2022 A new national scheme will help small businesses get paid on time. The Payment Times Reporting Scheme has been passed by the Federal Senate and will take effect from 1 January 2021. Businesses with a total annual turnover of more than $100 million will have to report publicly on how and when they pay small business suppliers. For more information: https://bit.ly/3kH8aeA

08.01.2022 Did you know that grants of up to $10,000 are still available to small businesses across North and Far North Queensland affected by the 2019 monsoon trough? The grants, which are jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland governments under Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements, can be used to engage expertise such as business consultants, advisory services, mentors or coaches to support business recovery and rebuild business confidence. Funding for building, plant and ...equipment repairs may be available in specific circumstances. For more information about the grants including guidelines, eligibility criteria, terms and conditions visit business.qld.gov.au/recoverygrants Help is also available through the Small Business Recovery Centre. Contact them to learn more about grant options, mentoring services, financial assistance and more: phone 0459 873 781 or email [email protected]

07.01.2022 There's still time to register for FREE virtual events this October as part of Safe Work Month. With live-streamed expert speakers and panels covering a range of important safety topics make sure you don't miss out - head to: https://bit.ly/3cz8sRX #SWM20

06.01.2022 Are you interested in joining the Mentoring for Growth (M4G) program as a volunteer business mentor? The M4G program offers Queensland small businesses free access to business experts to help them with their business opportunities and challenges. This tangible support is greatly appreciated by businesses as they pivot and diversify to respond to the current economic environment. Mentoring sessions are currently being offered virtually on Tuesdays and Thursdays with each session running for approximately 45 minutes. As a volunteer mentor you can express your interest to participate in as many sessions as you like. For more information on the program, including how to register as mentor, visit business.qld.gov.au/mentoring.

06.01.2022 Join the Queensland Government’s 2020 White Ribbon Day event at 12.30pm on Friday 20 November and learn how you can be a catalyst for change in your workplace, in your neighbourhood, and for your local clubs and community. We can all play a part in ending domestic and family violence. Register now qld.gov.au/whiteribbonday

06.01.2022 Looking for information to help you reopen and grow your business as COVID-19 business restrictions ease? Check out the latest information for small businesses at business.qld.gov.au/running-business/covid-19-recovery You can also phone the Small Business Hotline on 1300 654 687 or take our business impact survey so we can link you with relevant support: https://bit.ly/2Ypl34v

05.01.2022 Shout-out to AustCare Training RTO 41507 AustCare Training was recently named the Small Training Provider of the Year at the 2020 Queensland Training Awards. With training centres across Queensland, AustCare Training is focused on developing regional markets to help meet the sector’s growing need for trained and job-ready workers across aged care, disability services and wider community services sector. ... Staff support students through all aspects of the training process, and the organisation works with staff and employers to understand and respond to industry expectations. Congratulations #QTA2020 state winner AustCare Training! Read more winner stories: https://bit.ly/qtastate #CelebrateTraining #ATA2020 #realskillsforrealcareers

05.01.2022 What if changing the world was as easy as popping to the shops? Social enterprises are businesses created to do good. They come in many forms, from coffee shops to law firms, but each one exists to help solve a problem in our community. Every time you make a purchase from a social enterprise, you’re supporting locals working hard to make the world a little bit better. In the lead up to World Social Enterprise Day on 19 November, why not support a local social enterprise and ...take ‘positive action with every transaction’! www.positivetransaction.com.au #Positivetransaction #socialenterprise #SocialEnterpriseDay Queensland Social Enterprise Council

04.01.2022 Restrictions are easing in Queensland. From today, some restrictions will be eased as we move into Stage 4 of our COVID-19 roadmap. As these changes come into p...lace, we need each and every Queenslander to continue playing their part. Stay home if you are sick If you have any COVID-19 symptoms, no matter how mild, get tested Stay 1.5 metres away from other peoplethink two big steps Wash your hands lots with soap and water, or hand sanitizer Sneeze or cough into your arm or a tissue. Then put the tissue in the bin. To learn more about the easing of restrictions and the updated roadmap, visit: https://www.covid19.qld.gov.au//roadmap-to-easing-queensla

04.01.2022 From a 'one-man-show' to a show-stopping employer of choice and advocate for training, proud Queensland small business Kent Saddlery has added Small Employer of the Year to its list of achievements. The Stanthorpe-based business was named the state winner of the small employer category at the 2020 Queensland Training Awards last month recognising their commitment to their industry and craft, as well as the communities they serve. In recent years, they contributed their ex...pertise to the development of assessments for the Certificate III in Leather Production, which was reinstated as an apprenticeship in Queensland in 2019, allowing Kent Saddlery and other saddlers to employ apprentices. Congratulations #QTA2020 state winner Kent Saddlery and best of luck at nationals! Read more winner stories: https://bit.ly/qtastate #CelebrateTraining

04.01.2022 Best of luck to #TeamQLD contesting the 2020 Australian Training Awards on Friday, including the following Queensland businesses shortlisted to the top 3 in their employer category. Outstanding! Let’s hear it for our national finalists: Small Employer of the Year - Kent Saddlery Medium Employer of the Year - selectability Ltd... Large Employer of the Year - Hastings Deering (Australia) Limited Australian Apprenticeships Employer Award - Affinity Education Group. A special shout-out also to all the businesses supporting all our national finalists thank you for providing apprenticeship, traineeship and formal training opportunities for your employees. A full list of Queensland’s national finalists can be found here: https://bit.ly/qld-team. #QTA2020 #CelebrateTraining #ATA2020 #realskillsforrealcareers

03.01.2022 NAIDOC Week (8 to 15 November) is here with events being held across Australia in celebration of the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians from all walks of life. It's a great opportunity to participate in a range of activities and to support your local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. Head to www.datsip.qld.gov.au/naidoc to learn more... about the history, how to get involved and access resources. #NAIDOC2020 National NAIDOC deadly stories Always was, always will be - recognising and celebrating the First Nations people who have occupied and cared for this continent for more than 65,000 years.

01.01.2022 If your business has been impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak, you may be eligible for financial assistance or other types of relief. Use the Business Assistance Finder to discover what support is available from the Queensland and Australian governments, plus Queensland local councils: business.qld.gov.au/covid-assistance

01.01.2022 Reminder: The next Queensland Migrant Women in Business Virtual Summit event ‘Migrant millennials the good, the bad and the oh why didn’t someone tell me this sooner’ is on 30 November. Show your support for diversity in business and register now! https://bit.ly/346sfnI #breakingdownbarriers #migrantwomeninbusinesssummit2020 #diversity #opportunity