Chamber of Commerce & Industry Queensland in Spring Hill, Queensland, Australia | Community organisation

Chamber of Commerce & Industry Queensland

Locality: Spring Hill, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 1300 731 988

Address: 375 Wickham Tce 4000 Spring Hill, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.cciq.com.au

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25.01.2022 While there are no changes to restrictions for Queensland businesses, it is vital that all businesses continue to vigilantly follow their COVIDSafe plans. For more information on COVIDsafe plans go to: https://www.cciq.com.au/corona/workplace-health-and-safety/

25.01.2022 The JobKeeper scheme has been extended until Mar '21. However, from Sept 28 there will be changes to payments & businesses will need to re-assess their eligibility. To find out all the details go to https://bit.ly/2PGMz8r

25.01.2022 What will be in the 2020 State Budget for business? While we will all find out tomorrow, CCIQ is calling on the Annastacia Palaszczuk MP Government to follow through on their pre-election commitment of supporting small business. And announce details that will help business rebound, and scale-up and grow. What support are you hoping the State Budget will bring?

23.01.2022 Let the festivities begin! As Cairns Chamber of Commerce CEO, Patricia O'Neill, explains the decision to open Queensland's border will bring much relief to Queensland businesses as they now have something to look forward to this Christmas season. So start sorting planning your Queensland holiday itineraries and make sure you get out and #supportsmall businesses.

22.01.2022 Does reading Modern Awards feel like reading another language? If understanding pay rates is giving you headaches, we can help you. CCIQ's team of industrial relations experts will review your pay rates against the relevant modern award to ensure you are not underpaying your employees. Let us help you, go to:... http://cciq.com.au/wage-check See more

21.01.2022 REMINDER: Some restrictions have eased in Queensland. Check your businesses requirements here: https://www.covid19.qld.gov.au//approved-industry-covid-sa

21.01.2022 **COVID UPDATE** There have been no changes to restrictions for businesses in Queensland, but it is essential to be vigilant in following your COVIDsafe plans and practices. For more information on COVIDsafe plans go to: https://www.cciq.com.au/corona/workplace-health-and-safety/

20.01.2022 For the first time in a long time, growth in retail sales hasn't just been from supermarkets. More Queenslanders are spending to #SupportSmall - lets keep it going! Choosing to #supportsmall businesses keeps jobs in local communities and boosts local economies!

20.01.2022 Do you know the difference between small and large energy classifications for your business? As part of Ergon Energy's customer engagement program, this webinar is focused on the differences between small and large classifications, as well as what occurs when a customer is reclassed from small to large, and vice versa. Ergon representative, Bonson Lam will explore what this means for customers and ecoBiz sustainability coach, Nicole Price will facilitate and explain what th...is means for your business. Register your spot now: http://info.cciq.com.au/ErgonClassifications_Webinar-Regist

20.01.2022 Small Business is a BIG deal, and they hold the key to rebuilding and growing Queenslands economy. For a business to be successful, they need to be viable. Business viability starts with business-friendly governments that make it easy to employ, invest, and scale to grow. CCIQ is calling on all political parties to show how they plan on doing business with business by committing to CCIQs election priorities https://bit.ly/3irU3c5

20.01.2022 The September Quarter Pulse Survey of Business Conditions is now open and CCIQ's CEO Stephen Tait explains why it's more important than ever before to complete the survey. Your business and your voice count. Have your say, complete the September Qtr. Pulse Survey now:... www.cciq.com.au/pulse See more

19.01.2022 Congratulations to Une Piece, the winner of the CCIQ Award for Outstanding Business at last night's Lord Mayor Business Awards. We'd like to congratulate all the nominees We know how many amazing small businesses are born in Queensland, and it's important that we celebrate their success. Now excuse us while we #supportsmall and browse some of their brilliant Black Friday offers *adds to cart*

18.01.2022 The Palaszczuk Governments Economic Recovery Plan highlights some great intentions for Queensland, yet lacks the detail and commitments of how and when it will be delivered. Businesses need certainty this election so they can grow jobs, support communities and invest in the future. What do you want to see more detail on? #qldpol

18.01.2022 As we head into the weekend, our CEO @StephenTait has a message for all Queensland businesses To show and spread the appreciation of everything small businesses do in their local communities, keep getting out and about to #supportsmall Queensland businesses

17.01.2022 Only 1 day left to go for the June Quarter Suncorp-CCIQ Pulse Survey of Business Conditions. www.cciq.com.au/pulse-survey This quarterly survey is a crucial tool we use to gain insight into the issues affecting small and medium businesses, which helps us to create influential policies to generate positive change and support that your business needs. ... Please take a moment to complete the survey so we can show the government the state of business in Queensland, and help drive our economic recovery.

15.01.2022 R U OK HR Top Tips Your team's wellbeing should always be a priority, but 2020 has been a challenging year for many and circumstances have made it even more important for us all to stay connected. Take a moment to truly connect with your team today and ask "R U OK?" ... CCIQ's HR Experts recommend: Sharing resources about R U OK day with your team, including how to prepare for conversations and what to do next Checking in with individual team members to ask if they are okay. Encouraging your team to ask each other R U OK? Implementing "R U OK?" into your regular business practices (e.g. in your weekly or fortnightly 1:1 check ins). Because it doesn't have to be R U OK Day to check in with your team. Some excellent free resources can be found here: https://www.ruok.org.au/join-r-u-ok-day

14.01.2022 Download the full Pulse report: http://info.cciq.com.au/Pulse.html

14.01.2022 Your business and your voice count. Complete the September Qtr. Pulse Survey now: www.cciq.com.au/pulse... The Suncorp-CCIQ Pulse Survey of Business Conditions is a crucial tool we use to gain insight into the issues affecting Queensland's small and medium businesses. Its this strong collective evidence that enables us to create influential policies to generate positive change and support that business needs, and as we lead up to this years state election, it's more vital than ever before. Take a moment to complete the survey so we can show the government the state of business, and help drive Queenslands economic recovery.

14.01.2022 For parts of Queensland, next weekend is a long weekend, and it's a great opportunity to refresh your knowledge about your employee's entitlements for leave or pay. Have a question about leave entitlements? CCIQ is here to help. To find out more visit www.cciq.com.au/services or call 1300 731 988.

14.01.2022 CCIQ is a proud sponsor of Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner's Brisbane Business Awards, as we know how hard small businesses work, and we value seeing it recognised. Congratulations and good luck to all finalists, including UNE PIECE, Street Science, Bailey Print Group and Ecoflo Wastewater Management who are finalists in the CCIQ Award for Outstanding Small Business. We look forward to seeing and following your success on the awards night and beyond. ... #supportsmall #queensland #business See more

13.01.2022 Are you keeping your business COVIDSafe? As we all continue working with these new requirements and restrictions, its important to remember your new obligations. Over the last few weeks there has been an increase of fines for COVIDsafe infringements. Make sure you stay up to date with your requirements. You can find COVIDSafe plans and checklists here: https://bit.ly/2ZySSk9 ... Save this post to keep your COVIDSafe priorities front of mind. See more

13.01.2022 Businesses are the key to Queenslands economic recovery, and todays announcement by Treasurer Cameron Dick of a new Backing Business Investment Fund along with additional relief measures for small business is welcomed. To maximise these stimulus measures and to speed up our economic recovery, there needs to be further easing of restrictions on business operations, so we can really get our economy firing!

11.01.2022 The Australian Bureau of Statistics have announced Australia has officially fallen into a recession, with the worst quarterly contraction on record. This is compared to last quarters contraction of only 0.3%, with the last recession being in 1991. With Australia now being in recession, supporting small business by having a strong, detailed economic recovery plan is crucial.

10.01.2022 Queensland has a diverse range of businesses and business owners, and we know the recent tragedy in Beirut has affected many, especially those from our Lebanese community. We send our support to all those who are affected and hope a restoration to their community can happen as quickly as possible. For details on how you can help, see below.

10.01.2022 How will the changing climate impact your business? Will you need to consider changes to your insurance to factor in changing weather patterns? Will there be new WHS issues you'll need to have policies for? ... Will you need a back up plan if your supply chains or stock management processes are interrupted? To help small business to better understand what risks may exist for their business the Queensland Government has developed a 'Climate Change Risk Management Toolkit' They contain information on climate change, checklists to assess associated risks and links to useful resources. Find out more information at https://www.qld.gov.au//climat/resources/business-industry See more

09.01.2022 The Suncorp-CCIQ Pulse Survey is a crucial tool we use to gain insight into the issues affecting Queensland's small and medium businesses. Its this strong collective evidence that enables us to create influential policies to generate positive change and support that business needs, and as we lead up to this years state election, it's more vital than ever before Share the voice of your business now:... www.cciq.com.au/pulse . See more

09.01.2022 "For businesses to get back up and grow, and to continue being the backbone of communities, Queenslands economy needs to be transformed. Transformation wont come from short-term thinking. It will come from an ambitious government enabling a business to operate within an advanced economy, with sustainable practices to be resilient now and into the future." And it can be done as CCIQ's CEO Stephen Tait explains.... Full details on CCIQ's election priorities https://bit.ly/3irU3c5

08.01.2022 With Father's Day coming up next weekend, it's a great way to celebrate those you love, while also supporting Queensland's small businesses. Share your suggestions of where people can go or shop to #supportsmall this Father's Day and tag their business below!

07.01.2022 In case you needed another reason to get your morning coffee Tag your favourite local cafe below to #SupportSmall

06.01.2022 99% of Queensland businesses don’t believe they can survive past 12 months when stimulus support end The latest CCIQ-Suncorp Pulse Survey of Business Conditions shows an increase in business sentiment, however, without immediate changes to current restrictions on business conditions the economy is stalled with jobs at risk. Read more here: https://bit.ly/37EV6D2

05.01.2022 Queensland is open for business Following last week's announcement by the Premier, today Queensland's borders are open to all states except Victoria. This is welcome relief to our small businesses in tourism, hospitality and more, as Queensland continues on its journey to economic recovery.... Share how this change will help your business #SupportSmall

05.01.2022 Earlier in the year, the Fair Work Commission announced a 1.75% increase to the national minimum wage and award minimum wages. This increase was introduced with a staggered approach across three different groups of awards. The increase to the Group 2 Awards has now occurred, and should be applied to all wages paid to employees covered by these awards in the first full pay period commencing on or after November 1 2020.... The increase to the remaining Group 3 Awards will occur on 1 February 2021. Do you need help interpreting awards or need to check if you are meeting your obligations? CCIQ can help, go to cciq.com.au for more information.

05.01.2022 NEWS UPDATE The Prime Minister has confirmed that JobKeeper will continue in its current form until 27 September, as per the governments original plan. After September the scheme will be extended until March 2021 with some changes. To be eligible beyond September, businesses will still need to show evidence that their turnover is down by 30 per cent or more over the past two quarters due to COVID-19. There will now be two payment levels with the standard payment bein...g reduced to $1200 and $750 for those working less than 20 hours per week. Full details on the revised scheme will be available at: https://www.ato.gov.au/General/JobKeeper-Payment/

04.01.2022 Queensland needs a health plan for our economy. As our latest Pulse survey shows, 99% of Qld businesses are unsure of their ability to continue operating beyond 12-months when stimulus support ends. CCIQ's CEO Stephen Tait explains to remedy this and to secure the health and safety of our communities, the next elected government must hit the ground running and start by;... Easing restrictions to allow businesses to operate viably; Generating a consistent approach to any future and ongoing border closures; and Creating certainty by actioning proposed policies which will benefit SMEs. CCIQ will be keeping the pressure on, as we need this health plan for our economy. As the safety and wellbeing of communities, businesses and the thousands of Queenslanders employed by small businesses are relying on it.

04.01.2022 Business conditions were anything but ordinary during the June quarter with the latest CCIQ-Suncorp Pulse Survey of Business Conditions showing COVID-19 is still wreaking havoc across Queensland. Read the full report: http://info.cciq.com.au/Pulse.html

04.01.2022 Reminder to all Queensland businesses to remain vigilant in keeping COVIDSafe. For more information go to: https://www.cciq.com.au/corona/workplace-health-and-safety/

04.01.2022 Running a small business at any stage can be challenging, but then throw a global pandemic into the mix.... Hear from Greg the owner of Pause on what it's really been like running a business during the COVID crisis, but also the other challenges face small businesses. CCIQ's been calling on the next elected state government to recognise that small business is a BIG deal and to commit to our election priorities, which are focussed on creating a better environment and ability... to do business in Queensland. Find out how they've responded to our election priorities here. https://www.cciq.com.au/business-voice/2020-state-election/

04.01.2022 News Update | Restrictions Easing in QLD CCIQ has been calling for restrictions to be eased and while we celebrate this win for the community, these changes in restriction are still not helping many of Queensland’s SMALL BUSINESSES. These businesses rely on Christmas activity more than ANY other industry in Queensland yet restrictions continue to limit their viability. Restrictions still remain for: 25,600 retailers ... 17,800 accommodation and hospitality providers 5,400 art and recreational providers - Restrictions eased from 4pm Nov 17: Up to 50 people can gather in homes and public spaces across Queensland Person limits in indoor premises will increase from 1 person per 4 square metres to 1 person per 2 square metres Up to 200 people can attend weddings and funerals, and all guests can dance at weddings, both indoors and outdoors Seated, ticketed indoor events like theatre, live music, cinemas and sports can increase patron numbers from 50% to 100% Outdoor events can have up to 1,500 people attend with a COVID Safe Event Checklist Open air stadiums can increase seated capacity from 75% to 100% with a COVID Safe Plan Outdoor dancing will be allowed See more

04.01.2022 Finally! Restrictions on Queensland business to ease from October 1. Some venues w/ outdoor areas will be able to host more customers with restrictions easing to allow 1 person per 2sq metres. CCIQ & businesses have been calling for this easing to enable them to operate viably.

04.01.2022 In Queensland, we're spoiled for choice when it comes to having places to visit. We've got glorious beaches, rugged bushland, hidden country gems and bustling urban centres; so often it's hard to choose where to go! To help, Chambers of Commerce across Queensland have united to showcase what their regions have to offer and help you decide what to do when you get there. Head to localasqld.com.au to see what our incredible regions have to offer. And remember when you choose where to go, while you're there, make sure you #supportsmall Queensland businesses

04.01.2022 Small business is a BIG deal. In Queensland, there are 445, 830 small businesses, collectively they pump $113 billion into Queenslands economy and they employ 44% of Queenslands private sector workforce. This election they need to know who will invest and support their success through policies enabling growth, diversification and sustainability now and well into the future. CCIQ's election priorities are based on transforming Queensland's economy and we are calling on all political parties to show business they are prepared to back their success and commit to these election priorities. Full details on CCIQ's election priorities https://bit.ly/3irU3c5

02.01.2022 If an employee is on leave during a public holiday, their entitlements may vary differing on the type of leave - here's the simple breakdown. Have an HR question? We're here to help, with our Employer Assistance Helpline, to answer all your HR queries. To find out more visit www.cciq.com.au/services or call 1300 731 988.

02.01.2022 Want to know how your business can recycle more and save money? At CCIQ, we're dedicated to supporting businesses in every way we can, including finding ways for you to save money on your energy, water and waste bills through our FREE ecoBiz program - on average, our ecoBiz partners have reduced 36% of the waste they send to landfill, and a 35% decrease on their waste bills. To book your business in for a FREE ecoBiz assessment and start saving on your bills head to:... www.ecobiz.cciq.com.au See more

01.01.2022 News Update The Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ) and the Queensland Council of Unions (QCU) are calling for an extension to the JobKeeper scheme. Would you like to see the JobKeeper scheme extended? ... Full details here: https://bit.ly/2CAMRue See more

01.01.2022 The 2020-21 State Budget delivered today, fails to deliver the immediate measures needed to protect business ahead of the looming economic cliff. Full details https://bit.ly/3qgP0ja

01.01.2022 Qld’s border is set to open to NSW and potentially VIC from Dec 1st. Remember, when you are planning and booking your Christmas holidays, get out and #supportsmall Queensland businesses.