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Welcome to the March issue of Noosa Connects | |
Noosa Connects is brought to you by Noosa Council's Economic Development Team - helping Noosa businesses plan, connect and grow. We look forward to helping your business stay connected and informed. Stay updated and access resources via the Noosa Connects Facebook page and Noosa Council Business website. | |
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This month, we catch up with Jaysen Du Plessis from local data-driven marketing consultancy, Hulk Media to learn how living and working in Noosa contributes to their business success. Jaysen is also a new member of our Business Support Panel and shares his thoughts on the program. Watch this Fast Five below. | |
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JobTrainer delivers more training for Qld An additional 32 courses have been added to the Qld Gov's JobTrainer program including in the areas of bookkeeping, software development, beauty therapy, maritime operations and short courses in irrigation, mental health work and clinical coding. Students must enrol before September 2021 to qualify. Learn more | | COVID-19 vaccination obligations for employers The Fair Work Ombudsman has published information to help employers navigate this unchartered space. New COVID-19 Vaccinations privacy guidance will help you to understand your obligations when collecting, using, storing and disclosing employee health information. General Guidance | Privacy | | | |
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Noosa Business Support Panel Open for 2021 The Noosa Business Support Panel has been refreshed with a new panel of advisers. Noosa business owners/operators can access up to 2 hours of free advice, subsidised by Council. Learn more | | | |
Queensland Business Revival Training Free training for small business owners who would like to upskill, re-skill or cross skill for the web savvy post COVID environment. Closes March 31. Learn more | | | |
Wage subsidy for apprenticeships Business can claim up to a 50% wage subsidy for new apprentices through the Boosting Apprenticeships Commencements Program. Learn more | | | |
Workplace Legal Advice A free program from the Fair Work Ombudsman offering confidential advice to deal with issues arising from Coronavirus, including the end of JobKeeper. Learn more | | | |
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Business Events Grant Support to attend and participate at exhibitions, conferences and conventions. Closes 30 March Learn more | | Go Global Export Program Providing export-ready SMEs with funding to finalise an export deal in a new market. Closes 24 March Learn more | | Boosting Female Founders Overcome the disadvantages faced in accessing finance and support for start-ups. Closes 22 April Learn more | | | |
More grants are always being launched so make sure you register with Noosa's Grant Guru, to keep on top of all upcoming opportunities!
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Budget Consultation Help shape Noosa Council's 2021-22 Budget and have your say to how you want council to "balance the budget" using this online tool Have Your Say | | | |
Call for beach permit tenders
Council is calling for commercial operators on Main Beach, for activities such as learn-to-surf lessons, beach equipment hire, refreshment vans and beach massage. | | | |
Go Noosa Buses are back at Easter Noosa Council's Go Noosa holiday transport program is back these Easter holidays, from April 2 - 18 with free buses around Noosa, Park & Ride, and discounted frequent travellers pass on the Noosa Ferry. Learn more | | | |
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Peregian Digital Hub - for Parents Receive updates on holiday workshops and opportunities for kids who love technology, coding, robotics, maths. Register for updates
Peregian Digital Hub - Tribes The Hub is a place for marketers, start-up founders, technologists and eComm Retailers to connect and learn. Find your Tribe
Tendering for Business Workshop Increase your chances of tendering success Event Info | (31 March)
Tourism Noosa Member Events Workshops for members, including Eco Check, Linked In and Understanding Instagram. Event Info | | Reducing Energy Costs for Business
Hear from Noosa businesses how energy efficiencies and solar are saving them $ on their electricity bills.
Event info | (24 Mar)
Noosa FAN Get Together Get together for Members of the Noosa Food & Agribusiness Network
Contact FAN | (31 Mar)
Noosa Electric Vehicle Expo Will showcase exciting new electric vehicle options to get around town Event info | (21 March)
Sunshine Coast Business Awards
The Sunshine Coast's favourite awards night is back for 2021. Subscribe on their website to receive announcements & how to enter. Register for updates | | | |
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Industry Resources Handy resources for a range of industries legal, operational & Business requierments
| | Business Associations Join your local Business Association to connect with other local businesses, and get additional support.
| | Send us your feedback What business related topic would you like to read about? We'd love to hear your feedback! | | | |
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