Upcoming Events

EVENT HOST: BUSY Business
LOCATION: Helensvale

We didn't all get into business to create online content, yet that's what today's marketing seems to require. So how can we make it work for us without dreading having to do it each week?

In this 90-minute in-person workshop in Helensvale, you will learn:

• How to plan your content sensibly
• How to make that plan sustainable
• How to create the content
• How to schedule it
• How to not let it overwhelm you

You'll walk away with a plan for your content, a timeline in which to make it and a free system to help with you both the planning and the writing of it.

EVENT HOST: BUSY Business
LOCATION: Helensvale

It's hard to believe that AI tools have only been available to the small business owner for less than four years, yet the are now so common that if you're not using them, you may be falling behind.

In this 90-minute session you'll be shown how to:

• Write more clear and effective emails
• Plan & Write better marketing content
• Speed up business admin tasks
• Make interactive elements for your website
• Design a whole new website
• Begin to make your own software tools

It's not just about making things faster - it's about making things work better for you.

EVENT HOST: Gold Coast Female Founders Forum
LOCATION: Kurrawa

Join the Female Founders Forum for an inspiring, high-impact session on taking your business to the world stage. Scaling internationally requires more than just ambition—it demands rigorous operational strategy, world-class R&D, and sharp governance.

The Gold Coast Female Founders Forum are thrilled to welcome two extraordinary global powerhouses: Andrea Slingsby, former President & CEO of Flight Centre North America who expanded turnover to over $850M & Prof. Stefanie Feih, Director of Griffith University’s ADaPT Institute and top 2% global scientist driving advanced tech commercialization.

Whether you are aiming to break into overseas markets, forge international partnerships, or build a business engineered for global scale, discover the exact strategies, leadership mindset, and commercial discipline needed to expand without boundaries.

EVENT HOStT: Women in Tourism Gold Coast
LOCATION: Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Get ready to think pink as Women in Tourism Gold Coast brings you one of the most anticipated events on their annual calendar – the Annual Long Lunch: Power of Pink.

Join them at the iconic Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary for an afternoon of great food, meaningful connections, inspiration and plenty of pink, as their tourism and hospitality community comes together for a cause close to their hearts.

The Power of Pink Long Lunch is more than a networking event. It is an opportunity to connect with colleagues and friends from across the industry, celebrate the strength of community and help make a difference.

Expect a fabulous afternoon filled with delicious food, networking, entertainment, fundraising, prizes and a few surprises along the way.

Whether you've been part of the WIT community for years or you're joining them for the first time, everyone is welcome. Bring your colleagues, invite your industry friends and prepare for an afternoon of connection, celebration and purpose.

EVENT HOST: Queensland Government
LOCATION: Carrara

Register for a 1-hour mentoring session to help you find the right person to talk to about challenges and opportunities in your business. The Queensland Government's Mentoring for Growth (M4G) program offers free and confidential mentoring sessions where you are matched with business experts to help you understand business processes, talk through a problem in your business or identify business growth opportunities. We have multiple 1-hour sessions available. Experienced M4G mentors can assist you with anything related to your business and you can register for a mentoring session at any time. Once you register your interest, the team will contact you to schedule an available session for your business.

EVENT HOST: AusBiotech
LOCATION: Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre

Join Australia’s Biggest Week in Biotech on the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre, Queensland, from 19 to 23 October, 2026. This October, the AusBiotech International Conference will be presented alongside the AusMedtech Conference and AusBiotech Invest, connecting local expertise with Australian and international partners to accelerate innovation and impact.

Choose to attend for one, two or three days; every registrant will experiences both conferences seamlessly. AusBiotech Invest will require a separate registration.

EVENT HOST: Defence Industry Networking
LOCATION: Surfers Paradise

Monthy networking for Gold Coast and SEQ businesses that want to connect with the Defence Industry Community. Free to attend. No agendas, no speeches. All welcome.

EVENT HOST: Southern Gold Coast Chamber of Commerce
LOCATION: Currumbin RSL

 When economic conditions become uncertain, many businesses make the same move: they cut marketing. But is that the right response?

Join Southern Cross University’s Executive Dean, Professor Mike Ewing, at the Southern Gold Coast Chamber AGM as he explores what decades of research reveal about how successful businesses navigate uncertainty and position themselves for growth.

EVENT HOST: Queensland Tourism Industry Council
LOCATION: The Star Gold Coast

 QTIC’s DestinationIQ is Queensland’s foremost annual First Nations tourism conference. Delegates and industry professionals from all backgrounds and from across the state gather to discuss opportunities, hear the latest trends and innovations, and recognise First Nations tourism achievements.

The full DestinationIQ program will be released in coming months.

Get your tickets early to save up to $249 with the limited-time All Conference Pass bundle deal.

EVENT HOST: Queensland Tourism Industry Council
LOCATION: Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre

The Queensland Tourism Awards Gala Ceremony is the industry’s night of nights. Join operators, leaders, and supporters from across the state to honour the outstanding achievements of tourism businesses, events and individuals.

Whether you’re an entrant, finalist, or proud supporter, the Awards are a chance to stand with your industry and applaud the best of Queensland tourism.

EVENT HOST: Defence Industry Networking
LOCATION: Surfers Paradise

Monthy networking for Gold Coast and SEQ businesses that want to connect with the Defence Industry Community. Free to attend. No agendas, no speeches. All welcome.

EVENT HOST: Speed Networking Gold Coast
LOCATION: Broadbeach Waters

Connect with professionals, owners and staff from various industries and expand your network to Sell Sell Sell your products and services. We hear it every day, there is a cost of living crisis, so we need to fight to keep our businesses relevant, competitive, visual and profitable. As owners, we need support, ideas, motivation and new connections. We need a space to showcase and speak about our products and services - how we want. This is a no holds selling event for you and your business to SELL SELL SELL.