Business Chamber Queensland's response to the Australian Government’s (Treasury) Regional Banking Taskforce Issues Paper Business Chamber Queensland often makes submissions to the Queensland Government on policy issues impacting businesses. In this example, we look at the policy and advocacy process and how Business Chamber Queensland's response to the Australian Government’s (Treasury) Regional Banking Taskforce Issues Paper influenced outcomes for Queensland business.
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At Business Chamber Queensland, we put business first. We do this by working closely with the local and regional chamber network across Queensland, using active surveys and consultations to obtain first-hand knowledge and insights to develop and advocate for policies that are in the best interests of Queensland businesses, the economy, and the community.
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From the Far North to the South West corner of the state, Queensland businesses are facing disruptions to their ability to grow and scale as the wide-spread housing crisis puts pressure on the labour force.
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From tourism and labour markets in the Far North, to supply chains and exports in the South West and the economic and finical impacts of COVID and natural disasters across the state, Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ) is hitting the road to gather direct insight into the most significant business issues in Queensland.
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Q1: How do I sponsor someone?
Go to the Department of Home Affairs website or contact Home Affairs on 131 881 to find out what sponsorship option best suits your business.
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Regional Queensland businesses impacted during the latest COVID-19 lockdown are calling for a support commitment to ensure recovery across the diverse business sectors.
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A federal election commitment for a technology skills passport to help businesses and skilled employees connect is a positive sign, but there is still work to do to help businesses upskill existing workforces and provide on the job training.
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Queensland businesses are encouraged to drive sustainable and carbon neutral operations to maximise future opportunities as the state advances on renewable energy targets.
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This week the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan was released as part of the Premier’s 2022 State of the State address. In the plan, new renewable energy targets will be 70 per cent renewable energy by 2032 and 80 per cent by 2035.What does this mean for business?We’re encouraging businesses to aim for a new standard in sustainability and carbon neutrality to help secure your competitive advantage for procurement and tender opportunities and meet changing consumer expectations. Adopting sustainable and carbon neutral business practices is an operational and strategic priority for Queensland businesses. We have seen a significant increase in the interest and uptake of these business practices, for not only cost savings but also to realise market driven opportunities and growth.
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