Shop Scenic Rim gift cards are a great way to shop locally with Scenic Rim businesses.
By choosing a Shop Scenic Rim gift card, you will be supporting local businesses, boosting employment in the region, and helping to grow the local economy.
Did you know that every $100 spent with a Scenic Rim business provides up to $180 worth of benefit to the local economy, because the money keeps circulating in the community?
Cards can be purchased online or purchased and loaded up at numerous local stores including:
My Country Escape, Canungra
Amcal Pharmacy, Beaudesert
Oppy’s Fruit & Veg, Boonah
Maynards, Boonah
Infinity Pharmacy, Canungra
Curtis Falls Cafe
They then work just like normal EFTPOS debit cards and can be spent at participating Scenic Rim businesses.
GREAT FOR THE COMMUNITY
Keep money local – cards are purchased and redeemed ONLY in Scenic Rim businesses
Variety – cards can be redeemed in any participating businesses (or several)
Easy – cards make an easy and thoughtful gift for that hard-to-buy-for person
Meaningful – when used as raffle prizes and in fundraising initiatives, cards have the two-fold benefit of boosting the local economy
A BONUS FOR BUSINESS
Free – set up costs are covered by Scenic Rim Regional Council.
Easy – once set up, Shop Scenic Rim cards operate like any other EFTPOS card
Support – from fully trained local Council staff and a 24/7 support hotline.
Marketing – access a range of point-of-sale marketing and promotional material for use in business-specific campaigns
CONTACT SRRC: If your business would like to participate in the Shop Scenic Rim gift card program or if you’d like more information, please email Council’s Regional Prosperity team or phone 07 5540 5111.
The Shop Scenic Rim gift card program is hosted by Scenic Rim Regional Council as part of the Regional Prosperity Strategy 2020-2025 which strives to build a sustainable and prosperous economy in the Scenic Rim, and its launch has been funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.
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The wondrous talent of the skilled pianist, Roman Rudnytsky will be playing at the Boonah Cultural Centre on Friday 26th August at 7.30pm.
Scenic Rim Regional Council are keen for you to enjoy this event and want to offer this opportunity at a discounted rate of $5.00 (normally
Adults $34; Concessions $29)
Book on line at liveatthecentre.com.au and on the first screen on the spot that says using promo CODE type in Volunteer or call (07) 5540 5050 during office hours, or call in at the Scenic Rim centres.
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The Minor (up to $5k) and Major Community Grants (up to $20k) are now open. These close at 5pm on the 15th August.
An important change is that the guidelines now state that you need at least 10% contribution of the requested grant amount which could include co-funding from other funding bodies, sponsorship, and organisational contributions or in-kind contributions.
It is also imperative that if you are on Council land you complete page five of the attached document and do this ASAP as this could hold up your application or even mean that it becomes unsuccessful. Guidelines and the application form are here…
If you wish to get some support on using the Smartygrants portal, tips and tricks on grants or want to discuss your projects.
The Community Grants team and a Biodiversity Officer for the Environmental Grants will be doing some face to face and online workshops on the following.
Monday 25th July – 10.30am – 11.30am, Vonda Youngman Community Centre
Monday 25th July – 7pm – 8pm (online) email me your email
Tuesday 26th July 10.30am – 11.30am, The Centre Beaudesert
Tuesday 26th July 1pm – 2pm (online) email me your email
Wednesday 27th July 10.30am – 11.30am, Boonah Cultural Centre
No need to book at the face to face workshops, you are welcome to just turn up. For online workshops, email Lacey Sawtell <[email protected]> so she can send you a calendar invite.
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What we do, what we buy, and how we use and dispose of things makes us all responsible for the environment. As long as climate change continues to affect our lives, there will be environmental regulation for businesses.
Many government and support programs are available to help you understand what these regulations mean for your business, as well as how your business can cope with climate change.
ecoBiz Queensland ecoBiz is a free eco-efficiency program for Queensland businesses that can help cut costs associated with your energy, water and waste usage while also reducing your environmental impact. Access on-site coaching sessions to help save money and resources by putting sustainability initiatives into practice.
What is ecobiz?
ecoBiz is a free program for small to medium businesses, funded by the Queensland Government. With the help of an ecoBiz expert, you will be able to develop an action plan to help your businesses save money and increase efficiencies. With over 1000 businesses registered from all over Queensland, 90% of businesses recorded an increase in productivity and savings.
Who is ecoBiz for?
Designed for a variety of businesses, instutitions and organisations, our ecoBiz coaches across all of Queensland are skilled in working across different industries and sectors to help maximise their savings.
Businesses of all sizes can benefit.
The cost of installing solar photovoltaics has come down significantly in recent years and many Queensland businesses are already enjoying the benefits of solar power, including:
If your business’s monthly electricity bill is around $2,000–$5,000, you could save in excess of $7,000 per year in electricity costs by installing a solar system. Use our calculator to find out more.
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These continue at the Scenic Rim Small Business Hubs located at Boonah and other locations in the Scenic Rim.
21st July – 10am to 2pm – Boonah Library
We are also available online or we can visit you at your business.
Please contact Melissa Cronk via [email protected] to book an appointment.
Small Business Financial Counselling Service
A representative from the Small Business Financial Counselling Service will be attending the Scenic Rim Small Business Hubs at the following locations;
Thursday 14th July at Beaudesert Library 10:00am – 2:00pm
Thursday 21st July at Boonah Library 10:00am – 2:00pm.
The primary role of the Small Business Financial Counselling Service Program is to support Small Businesses who are experiencing hardship or at risk of hardship due to internal and external factors.
The service can support Small Businesses across Southern Queensland by:
Assessing current financial circumstances
Identifying appropriate business options and help develop an action plan
Assist in preparing financial reports including cashflow and statement of position
Helping with preparation for meetings with financial institutions
Assisting with preparation for, and management of, natural disasters and other business interruptions
Identifying the need for additional assistance and advice and refer to other professionals and service providers within government and private sectors
Funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments the Small Business Financial Counselling Service is free of charge, confidential, impartial and independent.
If you would like to make an appointment to discuss your Small Business Finances, please register your interest by emailing [email protected]
Mentoring for Growth
Mentoring for Growth (M4G) offers eligible businesses free access to volunteer business experts who provide insights, options and suggestions relating to challenges and opportunities you are experiencing in your business.
The M4G program assists Queensland businesses to grow and succeed in the current business environment.
The M4G program includes:
Mentoring for Growth sessions
Mentoring for Investment
Mentoring for Pitch
Mentoring for Export
Mentoring for Recovery
When you participate in the M4G program, the Queensland Government matches its mentors’ expertise and experience with the business challenge or opportunity you have identified.
Register here for a 45-minute mentoring session to discuss an identified business challenge or opportunity. There are multiple sessions available per day.
Events & Activities in Scenic Rim Region – please register to attend
The Department of State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning are offering the following online events:
Tendering Top Ten Tips – 11 August 2022
From planning your response to submitting your tender, this workshop will give you the top ten tips to tendering.
Capability Statement – 18 August 2022
A capability statement is a tool that allows procurement teams to assess your expertise and achievements, as well as your potential to deliver goods and services.
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Scenic Rim tourism businesses are encouraged to consider applying for the new Tourism Experience Development Fund offered by the Qld State Government. Here are the details:
About the fund
Queensland’s overall economic success depends on the success of the state’s visitor economy.
The action plan outlines a strong vision for the Queensland visitor economy, supporting growth and jobs, as well as contributing to local communities and environmental outcomes; including that by 2032, Queensland will be Australia’s destination of choice for domestic and global visitors, as a leading international destination.
In the Queensland Government’s interim response to the action plan (PDF, 313.8KB), the government committed to progressing actions in areas of clear opportunity within and linked to the Panel’s recommendations, such as partnering with industry to deliver new and enhanced compelling tourism products and experiences.
The $15 million fund is a key initiative under the interim response to the action plan, and aims to:
rebuild visitor confidence in Queensland’s tourism industry
drive demand for Queensland destinations
meet the changing preferences of consumers through enhanced tourism products.
Objectives
The key objectives of the fund are to:
deliver new and enhanced tourism products and experiences that may include contemporary refresh of existing products and experiences, diversifying the tourism offering in a region and/or improving the customer experience
increase overnight visitor numbers and expenditure
deliver regional economic, community impact and sustainability benefits.
To be considered for funding, projects should include high growth attributes such as:
ecotourism – to showcase Queensland’s natural assets
accessible and inclusive tourism
First Nations experiences
adventure tourism.
Grant details
Funding for the $15 million Tourism Experience Development Fund will be offered over one round.
The minimum grant available is $50,000 (excluding GST) and the maximum grant available is $200,000 (excluding GST).
Applicants are required to contribute at least 75 per cent of the total project cost, i.e. for a project valued at $200,000 (excluding GST), the maximum grant funding available would be $50,000 (excluding GST). Similarly for a project valued at $800,000 (excluding GST) the maximum grant funding available would be $200,000 (excluding GST).
Projects can be of a much greater value however all additional costs will need to be covered by the applicant.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for funding an organisation must:
have an established operating base in Queensland with a tourism-related focus
have an Australian Business Number (ABN), an Australian Company Number (ACN) or exemption from these
be registered for GST.
In addition, an organisation must be one of the following:
a private sector business – for example, a for-profit
a not-for-profit organisation – for example, a community organisation
a local government authority.
Projects will be supported that meet the aims and objectives of the fund. The types of projects that may be considered under the fund include:
new and/or enhanced tourism experiences that diversify tourism offerings and/or showcase Queensland’s natural assets, e.g. adventure offerings
expansion or upgrades of existing products that broaden visitor appeal and/or address shortcomings in existing tourism experiences
development of interactive displays within existing tourism products
introduction of innovation and new technologies that improve and/or create visitor experiences
upgrades and enhancements to improve accessibility
incorporation of First Nations perspectives within existing or new visitor experiences
built assets that support the product or experience
improved transportation that activates products or experiences, e.g. boat for a tour, vehicles or e-bikes
experiences that overcome seasonality challenges, such as evening visitor experiences in the Outback.
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The Winter Harvest Festival is back, bigger and better than ever, serving up a delicious day of family fun at the Aratula Community Sports Complex on Saturday 2 July.
The long-running festival will cap off a huge Scenic Rim Eat Local Week program for 2022, starring over 125 fun and flavoursome events from 25 June to 3 July.
Division 6 Councillor Duncan McInnes is thrilled to be welcoming revelers to the festival after a two-year hiatus.
“The Winter Harvest Festival will be the cherry on top of this year’s bumper Eat Local Week program, and we are raring to go,” he said.
“The whole Scenic Rim is looking stunning, the weather forecast is looking great, and we have the best-ever line-up of stall-holders and entertainment, ready to host a fantastic day out for the whole family.”
Gates open at 10.00am and visitors will be able to sample the delicious offerings and have a yarn with more than 40 local stallholders including:
2m8’s BBQ
Ants Fruit Market
Areleah Chocolates
Arthur Clives Bakery & Café
Bee All Natural Honey
Canungra Creek Finger Limes
Carabeen Beef
Chef Dylan’s Gourmet Food Co
Chokola’J
Coco & Myrtle
Cuppa-licious Mobile Coffee
Dewars Honey
Fire n Dough
Flutterby Gourmet Creations
Ginger & Bean
Good Times Soda Co
Greenlee Farms
Heritage Poultry
Kalfresh Vegetables
Kent’s Produce
Lions Club of Boonah
Moffatts Fresh Produce
Moshki
O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyard
Queensland Police Service Ipswich District Crime Prevention Unit
Rani’s Cuisine
Rathlogan Olive Grove
Scenic Rim Brewery
Scenic Rim eXpresso
Scenic Rim Farm Box
Scenic Rim Lavender
Summer Land Camels
Tamborine Mountain Distillery
The Butcher Co
The Overflow Estate 1895
The Pickling Project
Tracey’s Tucker Bag
Truffle Discovery Centre
Ungermann Brothers Ice Cream
Urban Utilities
Valley Pride Produce
Wilde Foods
Witches Falls Winery
The event attracted over 12,000 enthusiastic attendees the last time it was held in 2019, and with 2020 and 2021 having to be cancelled due to the COVID 19 pandemic, organisers expect to top that number this year, with people keen to get back to what they have missed.
“The Winter Harvest Festival truly has something for everyone,” Cr McInnes said.
“From tasting tables to food trucks, rustic bars overflowing with beer, wine and spirits, a fashion on the field competition, cooking demonstrations, live music, kids’ entertainment, and the always-competitive Bendigo Bank Kalbar & District Community Bank Tractor Pull event testing people-power against a 12-tonne tractor!”
“The Winter Harvest Festival brings the best of the Scenic Rim’s local producers, suppliers, retailers and chefs together for an excellent celebration of our region and I look forward to showcasing Aratula and the Scenic Rim to both locals and visitors next weekend.”
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Congratulations to Tamborine Mountain businesses and residents for this fantastic award!
Tamborine Mountain was awarded top honours at the Queensland Tourism Industry Council’s (QTIC) 2022 Top Tourism Town Awards, held last night in Brisbane.
The Awards recognise towns whose tourism operators, businesses and community groups work together to encourage tourism and offer outstanding experiences for visitors.
Public voters from across Australia and beyond selected Tamborine Mountain as a favourite destination for weddings, honeymoons, special events and extra-long-weekend adventures.
Judi Minnikin from Tamborine Mountain Chamber of Commerce said that Tamborine Mountain has everything visitors could want, and more.
“Having welcomed over 800 wedding bookings during the last 12 months, our tourism operators are continuously evolving to cater to the extended weekender, special events, wedding, and honeymoon markets,” she said.
“We worked in close partnership with Scenic Rim Regional Council and local tourism operators and businesses to showcase Tamborine Mountain’s exquisite wedding and reception venues, five-star dining options, outstanding wineries and breweries, unique shopping, incredible rainforest experiences and luxury accommodation offerings.
“We are thrilled to have Tamborine Mountain recognised as the ultimate Queensland Top Tourism Town.”
The Scenic Rim region was well represented at the awards, with Canungra, Boonah and Kalbar also included among 23 towns that made the shortlist.
Division 1 Councillor Derek Swanborough said this latest accolade is very well deserved.
“I congratulate all local tourism operators and businesses across Tamborine Mountain who have contributed to this award,” he said.
Scenic Rim Mayor Greg Christensen also welcomes recognition for Tamborine Mountain.
“We are so proud to have this beautiful part of our region recognised not only for its stunning natural and man-made resources, but also for the collaborative effort of our world-class tourism operators and local businesses, the Tamborine Mountain Chamber of Commerce, Destination Scenic Rim and Scenic Rim Regional Council,” he said.
“To be recognised, yet again, as a favourite destination is a fantastic endorsement for our region that the whole region should be proud of.”
Tamborine Mountain will now compete in the National Top Tourism Town Awards to be held later this year.
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Council has backed this weekend’s Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular, providing $10,000 to support the increasingly popular event which brings thousands of visitors and wide-ranging economic benefits to the region.
Now in its 10th year, the event to be held at Boonah Showgrounds on 11 and 12 June celebrates the history and heritage of the Clydesdale horse, which was used by pioneering Scottish and German families to transform the Scenic Rim’s bushland into a leading agricultural area.
Mayor Greg Christensen said Council’s support of the Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular represented an excellent return on investment for the region, with this year’s event expected to add more than $3.06 million to the local economy.
“This is an event that attracts competitors, participants and spectators from around Australia, as well as overseas, and attendance has grown exponentially since its establishment in 2013,” he said.
“More than 10,000 people are expected to attend this year’s Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular, celebrating our heritage and the magnificent horses which helped build our region.
“The Clydesdales cleared vast tracts of land and were vital to farmers in ploughing, planting and harvesting, playing a pivotal role in the establishment of the region’s agriculture sector.”
When the heavy horses were replaced by machinery, the Clydesdale breed declined in the 1960s but was revived in the Scenic Rim.
In 2012, an enthusiastic group of local breeders keen to preserve the Clydesdale’s 130-year history in the region approached the Boonah Show Society and formed a sub-committee to develop the Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular.
The two-day event showcases the heritage, history and culture of the Clydesdale breed with a range of heavy horse competitions and driving displays as well as rare trades demonstrations by harness makers, blacksmiths and wheelwrights.
It also features workshops, working dog and horse displays, rides, live entertainment, markets, and traditional Scottish food.
The Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular is supported through Council’s Regional Events Program Grants.
Division 5 Councillor, Cr Marshall Chalk said this event celebrates our region’s pride in its rich heritage and builds on the Scenic Rim’s reputation as a vibrant destination offering authentic visitor experiences.
“With an estimated economic benefit to the region of more than $3,064 million, the $10,000 grant represents an excellent return on investment for the Scenic Rim,” he said.
Mr Rick Stanfield, who chairs the Boonah Show Society’s Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular Sub-Committee, said Council’s support of the event was greatly appreciated.
“We are expecting a huge crowd and our ability to host our visitors will be greatly improved,” he said.
“The Clydesdale Spectacular has steadily grown over the past ten years and is a result of the great support shown by our community.”
The Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular runs from 8am to 5pm over the weekend of 11 and 12 June at Boonah Showgrounds, 8 Melbourne Street, Boonah.
Image: The Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular celebrates our pioneering past and the magnificent horses which helped build our region.
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SHOP SCENIC RIM GIFT CARDS
/in Uncategorized /by KateShop Scenic Rim gift cards are a great way to shop locally with Scenic Rim businesses.
By choosing a Shop Scenic Rim gift card, you will be supporting local businesses, boosting employment in the region, and helping to grow the local economy.
Did you know that every $100 spent with a Scenic Rim business provides up to $180 worth of benefit to the local economy, because the money keeps circulating in the community?
Cards can be purchased online or purchased and loaded up at numerous local stores including:
They then work just like normal EFTPOS debit cards and can be spent at participating Scenic Rim businesses.
GREAT FOR THE COMMUNITY
Keep money local – cards are purchased and redeemed ONLY in Scenic Rim businesses
Variety – cards can be redeemed in any participating businesses (or several)
Easy – cards make an easy and thoughtful gift for that hard-to-buy-for person
Meaningful – when used as raffle prizes and in fundraising initiatives, cards have the two-fold benefit of boosting the local economy
A BONUS FOR BUSINESS
Free – set up costs are covered by Scenic Rim Regional Council.
Easy – once set up, Shop Scenic Rim cards operate like any other EFTPOS card
Support – from fully trained local Council staff and a 24/7 support hotline.
Marketing – access a range of point-of-sale marketing and promotional material for use in business-specific campaigns
CONTACT SRRC: If your business would like to participate in the Shop Scenic Rim gift card program or if you’d like more information, please email Council’s Regional Prosperity team or phone 07 5540 5111.
The Shop Scenic Rim gift card program is hosted by Scenic Rim Regional Council as part of the Regional Prosperity Strategy 2020-2025 which strives to build a sustainable and prosperous economy in the Scenic Rim, and its launch has been funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.
Special Offer for Volunteers
/in Uncategorized /by KateThe wondrous talent of the skilled pianist, Roman Rudnytsky will be playing at the Boonah Cultural Centre on Friday 26th August at 7.30pm.
Scenic Rim Regional Council are keen for you to enjoy this event and want to offer this opportunity at a discounted rate of $5.00 (normally
Adults $34; Concessions $29)
Book on line at liveatthecentre.com.au and on the first screen on the spot that says using promo CODE type in Volunteer or call (07) 5540 5050 during office hours, or call in at the Scenic Rim centres.
Scenic Rim Council Grants are Open!
/in Uncategorized /by KateSRRC Community Grants
The Minor (up to $5k) and Major Community Grants (up to $20k) are now open. These close at 5pm on the 15th August.
An important change is that the guidelines now state that you need at least 10% contribution of the requested grant amount which could include co-funding from other funding bodies, sponsorship, and organisational contributions or in-kind contributions.
It is also imperative that if you are on Council land you complete page five of the attached document and do this ASAP as this could hold up your application or even mean that it becomes unsuccessful. Guidelines and the application form are here…
https://www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au/grants-funding-awards/community-grants-program/1
SRRC Environmental Grants
These grants close on 21 August
You can view the guidelines here..
https://www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au/grants-funding-awards/environment-grants/1
Grant Workshops
If you wish to get some support on using the Smartygrants portal, tips and tricks on grants or want to discuss your projects.
The Community Grants team and a Biodiversity Officer for the Environmental Grants will be doing some face to face and online workshops on the following.
Monday 25th July – 10.30am – 11.30am, Vonda Youngman Community Centre
Monday 25th July – 7pm – 8pm (online) email me your email
Tuesday 26th July 10.30am – 11.30am, The Centre Beaudesert
Tuesday 26th July 1pm – 2pm (online) email me your email
Wednesday 27th July 10.30am – 11.30am, Boonah Cultural Centre
No need to book at the face to face workshops, you are welcome to just turn up. For online workshops, email Lacey Sawtell <[email protected]> so she can send you a calendar invite.
Support to help your business go green
/in Uncategorized /by KateWhat we do, what we buy, and how we use and dispose of things makes us all responsible for the environment. As long as climate change continues to affect our lives, there will be environmental regulation for businesses.
Many government and support programs are available to help you understand what these regulations mean for your business, as well as how your business can cope with climate change.
ecoBiz Queensland
ecoBiz is a free eco-efficiency program for Queensland businesses that can help cut costs associated with your energy, water and waste usage while also reducing your environmental impact. Access on-site coaching sessions to help save money and resources by putting sustainability initiatives into practice.
What is ecobiz?
ecoBiz is a free program for small to medium businesses, funded by the Queensland Government. With the help of an ecoBiz expert, you will be able to develop an action plan to help your businesses save money and increase efficiencies. With over 1000 businesses registered from all over Queensland, 90% of businesses recorded an increase in productivity and savings.
Who is ecoBiz for?
Designed for a variety of businesses, instutitions and organisations, our ecoBiz coaches across all of Queensland are skilled in working across different industries and sectors to help maximise their savings.
Businesses of all sizes can benefit.
Register Now
Solar for small to medium business
The cost of installing solar photovoltaics has come down significantly in recent years and many Queensland businesses are already enjoying the benefits of solar power, including:
If your business’s monthly electricity bill is around $2,000–$5,000, you could save in excess of $7,000 per year in electricity costs by installing a solar system. Use our calculator to find out more.
Find out more
Scenic Rim Small Business Hub Services
/in Uncategorized /by KateFace to face appointments
These continue at the Scenic Rim Small Business Hubs located at Boonah and other locations in the Scenic Rim.
21st July – 10am to 2pm – Boonah Library
We are also available online or we can visit you at your business.
Please contact Melissa Cronk via [email protected] to book an appointment.
Small Business Financial Counselling Service
A representative from the Small Business Financial Counselling Service will be attending the Scenic Rim Small Business Hubs at the following locations;
The primary role of the Small Business Financial Counselling Service Program is to support Small Businesses who are experiencing hardship or at risk of hardship due to internal and external factors.
The service can support Small Businesses across Southern Queensland by:
Funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments the Small Business Financial Counselling Service is free of charge, confidential, impartial and independent.
If you would like to make an appointment to discuss your Small Business Finances, please register your interest by emailing [email protected]
Mentoring for Growth
Mentoring for Growth (M4G) offers eligible businesses free access to volunteer business experts who provide insights, options and suggestions relating to challenges and opportunities you are experiencing in your business.
The M4G program assists Queensland businesses to grow and succeed in the current business environment.
The M4G program includes:
When you participate in the M4G program, the Queensland Government matches its mentors’ expertise and experience with the business challenge or opportunity you have identified.
Register here for a 45-minute mentoring session to discuss an identified business challenge or opportunity. There are multiple sessions available per day.
Events & Activities in Scenic Rim Region – please register to attend
The Department of State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning are offering the following online events:
Tendering Top Ten Tips – 11 August 2022
From planning your response to submitting your tender, this workshop will give you the top ten tips to tendering.
Capability Statement – 18 August 2022
A capability statement is a tool that allows procurement teams to assess your expertise and achievements, as well as your potential to deliver goods and services.
Link to Capability Statement registration page – https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/capability-statement-workshop-ipswich-tickets-225682782277
Tourism Experience Development Fund
/in Uncategorized /by KateScenic Rim tourism businesses are encouraged to consider applying for the new Tourism Experience Development Fund offered by the Qld State Government. Here are the details:
About the fund
Queensland’s overall economic success depends on the success of the state’s visitor economy.
In June 2022, the independent Tourism Industry Reference Panel presented government with its final action plan – Towards 2032: Reshaping Queensland’s visitor economy to welcome the world (PDF, 18.1MB).
The action plan outlines a strong vision for the Queensland visitor economy, supporting growth and jobs, as well as contributing to local communities and environmental outcomes; including that by 2032, Queensland will be Australia’s destination of choice for domestic and global visitors, as a leading international destination.
In the Queensland Government’s interim response to the action plan (PDF, 313.8KB), the government committed to progressing actions in areas of clear opportunity within and linked to the Panel’s recommendations, such as partnering with industry to deliver new and enhanced compelling tourism products and experiences.
The $15 million fund is a key initiative under the interim response to the action plan, and aims to:
Objectives
The key objectives of the fund are to:
To be considered for funding, projects should include high growth attributes such as:
Grant details
Funding for the $15 million Tourism Experience Development Fund will be offered over one round.
The minimum grant available is $50,000 (excluding GST) and the maximum grant available is $200,000 (excluding GST).
Applicants are required to contribute at least 75 per cent of the total project cost, i.e. for a project valued at $200,000 (excluding GST), the maximum grant funding available would be $50,000 (excluding GST). Similarly for a project valued at $800,000 (excluding GST) the maximum grant funding available would be $200,000 (excluding GST).
Projects can be of a much greater value however all additional costs will need to be covered by the applicant.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for funding an organisation must:
In addition, an organisation must be one of the following:
Projects will be supported that meet the aims and objectives of the fund. The types of projects that may be considered under the fund include:
Apply for funding
The Tourism Experience Development Fund industry guidelines (PDF, 591.9KB) contain more information regarding eligibility criteria, the application and assessment process, and other key information.
Applications will open at 9 am on Friday 15 July 2022 and must be submitted through SmartyGrants.
Key dates
These dates are indicative only and subject to change as required.
More information
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Organisers expecting a bumper crowd at Winter Harvest Festival 2022
/in Uncategorized /by KateThe Winter Harvest Festival is back, bigger and better than ever, serving up a delicious day of family fun at the Aratula Community Sports Complex on Saturday 2 July.
The long-running festival will cap off a huge Scenic Rim Eat Local Week program for 2022, starring over 125 fun and flavoursome events from 25 June to 3 July.
Division 6 Councillor Duncan McInnes is thrilled to be welcoming revelers to the festival after a two-year hiatus.
“The Winter Harvest Festival will be the cherry on top of this year’s bumper Eat Local Week program, and we are raring to go,” he said.
“The whole Scenic Rim is looking stunning, the weather forecast is looking great, and we have the best-ever line-up of stall-holders and entertainment, ready to host a fantastic day out for the whole family.”
Gates open at 10.00am and visitors will be able to sample the delicious offerings and have a yarn with more than 40 local stallholders including:
The event attracted over 12,000 enthusiastic attendees the last time it was held in 2019, and with 2020 and 2021 having to be cancelled due to the COVID 19 pandemic, organisers expect to top that number this year, with people keen to get back to what they have missed.
“The Winter Harvest Festival truly has something for everyone,” Cr McInnes said.
“From tasting tables to food trucks, rustic bars overflowing with beer, wine and spirits, a fashion on the field competition, cooking demonstrations, live music, kids’ entertainment, and the always-competitive Bendigo Bank Kalbar & District Community Bank Tractor Pull event testing people-power against a 12-tonne tractor!”
“The Winter Harvest Festival brings the best of the Scenic Rim’s local producers, suppliers, retailers and chefs together for an excellent celebration of our region and I look forward to showcasing Aratula and the Scenic Rim to both locals and visitors next weekend.”
For more information and tickets visit www.eatlocalweek.com.au
Tamborine Mountain awarded Queensland’s Top Tourism Town
/in Uncategorized /by KateCongratulations to Tamborine Mountain businesses and residents for this fantastic award!
Tamborine Mountain was awarded top honours at the Queensland Tourism Industry Council’s (QTIC) 2022 Top Tourism Town Awards, held last night in Brisbane.
The Awards recognise towns whose tourism operators, businesses and community groups work together to encourage tourism and offer outstanding experiences for visitors.
Public voters from across Australia and beyond selected Tamborine Mountain as a favourite destination for weddings, honeymoons, special events and extra-long-weekend adventures.
Judi Minnikin from Tamborine Mountain Chamber of Commerce said that Tamborine Mountain has everything visitors could want, and more.
“Having welcomed over 800 wedding bookings during the last 12 months, our tourism operators are continuously evolving to cater to the extended weekender, special events, wedding, and honeymoon markets,” she said.
“We worked in close partnership with Scenic Rim Regional Council and local tourism operators and businesses to showcase Tamborine Mountain’s exquisite wedding and reception venues, five-star dining options, outstanding wineries and breweries, unique shopping, incredible rainforest experiences and luxury accommodation offerings.
“We are thrilled to have Tamborine Mountain recognised as the ultimate Queensland Top Tourism Town.”
The Scenic Rim region was well represented at the awards, with Canungra, Boonah and Kalbar also included among 23 towns that made the shortlist.
Division 1 Councillor Derek Swanborough said this latest accolade is very well deserved.
“I congratulate all local tourism operators and businesses across Tamborine Mountain who have contributed to this award,” he said.
Scenic Rim Mayor Greg Christensen also welcomes recognition for Tamborine Mountain.
“We are so proud to have this beautiful part of our region recognised not only for its stunning natural and man-made resources, but also for the collaborative effort of our world-class tourism operators and local businesses, the Tamborine Mountain Chamber of Commerce, Destination Scenic Rim and Scenic Rim Regional Council,” he said.
“To be recognised, yet again, as a favourite destination is a fantastic endorsement for our region that the whole region should be proud of.”
Tamborine Mountain will now compete in the National Top Tourism Town Awards to be held later this year.
Council backs the horses, supporting a spectacular Scenic Rim event
/in Uncategorized /by KateCouncil has backed this weekend’s Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular, providing $10,000 to support the increasingly popular event which brings thousands of visitors and wide-ranging economic benefits to the region.
Now in its 10th year, the event to be held at Boonah Showgrounds on 11 and 12 June celebrates the history and heritage of the Clydesdale horse, which was used by pioneering Scottish and German families to transform the Scenic Rim’s bushland into a leading agricultural area.
Mayor Greg Christensen said Council’s support of the Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular represented an excellent return on investment for the region, with this year’s event expected to add more than $3.06 million to the local economy.
“This is an event that attracts competitors, participants and spectators from around Australia, as well as overseas, and attendance has grown exponentially since its establishment in 2013,” he said.
“More than 10,000 people are expected to attend this year’s Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular, celebrating our heritage and the magnificent horses which helped build our region.
“The Clydesdales cleared vast tracts of land and were vital to farmers in ploughing, planting and harvesting, playing a pivotal role in the establishment of the region’s agriculture sector.”
When the heavy horses were replaced by machinery, the Clydesdale breed declined in the 1960s but was revived in the Scenic Rim.
In 2012, an enthusiastic group of local breeders keen to preserve the Clydesdale’s 130-year history in the region approached the Boonah Show Society and formed a sub-committee to develop the Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular.
The two-day event showcases the heritage, history and culture of the Clydesdale breed with a range of heavy horse competitions and driving displays as well as rare trades demonstrations by harness makers, blacksmiths and wheelwrights.
It also features workshops, working dog and horse displays, rides, live entertainment, markets, and traditional Scottish food.
The Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular is supported through Council’s Regional Events Program Grants.
Division 5 Councillor, Cr Marshall Chalk said this event celebrates our region’s pride in its rich heritage and builds on the Scenic Rim’s reputation as a vibrant destination offering authentic visitor experiences.
“With an estimated economic benefit to the region of more than $3,064 million, the $10,000 grant represents an excellent return on investment for the Scenic Rim,” he said.
Mr Rick Stanfield, who chairs the Boonah Show Society’s Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular Sub-Committee, said Council’s support of the event was greatly appreciated.
“We are expecting a huge crowd and our ability to host our visitors will be greatly improved,” he said.
“The Clydesdale Spectacular has steadily grown over the past ten years and is a result of the great support shown by our community.”
The Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular runs from 8am to 5pm over the weekend of 11 and 12 June at Boonah Showgrounds, 8 Melbourne Street, Boonah.
Image: The Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular celebrates our pioneering past and the magnificent horses which helped build our region.