Business Support

The Sunshine Coast region is one of the fastest growing regions in Australia. In order to manage and maximise the benefits from the projected high rate of growth, council devises and implements strategies to achieve the co-ordinated development of our regional economy. Council aims to heighten the profile of economic issues and to support business growth and investment opportunities in the region.

		Business Water Restrictions Queensland Water Commission (QWC) has put in place medium level water restrictions that affect non-residential customers of Sunshine Coast Water.
		Carbon Reduction Scheme The impact the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme will have on small business and how to prepare
		Chambers of Commerce Need advice? These organisations are only a phone call away
		Council Tenders View current tenders, awarded tenders and sign up for council's tender alert service
		Eco Biz How to save money and our precious environment at the same time
		Events and Programs Comprehensive calendar of business activities on the Sunshine Coast
		Food Handler Training Council is running a series of free food handler training sessions, from May to December 2009, for all businesses holding a food business license.
		Government Grants Visit the Grantslink website and find out about all available government grants
		Managing Trade Waste Controlling trade waste and minimising its impact on the sewerage system and ultimately the environment are important responsibilities of Sunshine Coast Water.
		Permits and Licences Application forms, fact sheets and much more
		Setting up your Business Helpful tips to consider if you're going to start a business
		Small Business Assistance Useful advice to help you on your way when setting up or running your business
		Small Business Workshops Small Business Workshops assisting the small businesses on the Sunshine Coast
		Statistics Facts, figures and much more on the Sunshine Coast
		Useful Websites All the support you need when running your business