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The Gold Coast Central Chamber of Commerce is very supportive of the Commonwealth Games. However, as forecast, across the Gold Coast there have been some big winners and some others who are being left disappointed.

This has been the case at previous Olympic Games and Commonwealth Games. Based on previous Games, including London and Glasgow, some businesses will not perform as well as they might hope. This is because regular customers may want to avoid the crowds, people are ...

The Gold Coast Central Chamber of Commerce is urging locals to hit the streets to soak up the Commonwealth Games experience. Chamber president Martin Hall said after more than a year of being warned of traffic chaos during the Games, residents were staying home droves. "We are encouraging residents to ignore all the warnings about traffic chaos and get out to enjoy all the delights of the Games,'' said Mr Hall. "Businesses across the board are reporting quieter than...

After years of planning, the Commonwealth Games are finally here. The Gold Coast is truly in the centre of global attention for the next 10 days. And despite a few hiccups (I won't mention incorrect dates on tickets and blunders in the programs) and some indifferent weather, the Gold Coast is already shining. The Opening Ceremony last night was sensational and made me proud to call the Gold Coast home. The Chamber expects the impact of the Commonwealth Games for businesses acro...

The Turnbull Coalition Government recognises small businesses are an essential part of the Gold Coast economy. We are committed to helping you get ahead. We are supporting your investment and growth through the instant tax write off of assets purchased up to $20,000. I've spoken to many business owners across the Coast, and to be internationally competitive, they are supportive of the Coalition Government's business tax cut to 25 per cent. We have delivered on cutting tax t...

  As a long term resident of the Gold Coast I am proud to be part of the host city of the 2018 Commonwealth Games.  A warm welcome to all our international and interstate competitors and spectators for the opening of the Games this week.  May competitors and spectators alike enjoy the amenities our city has to offerincluding friendly local hospitality.  The Gold Coast is a fantastic setting to stage one of the largest elite multi-sport events held on the planet and ...

The Gold Coast Central Chamber of Commerce will hold a Special General Meeting at 5pm on Thursday, March 15, 2018 to approve the financial reports of the 2016-17 financial year. The reports were not approved at the Annual General Meeting because of a delay in the audit process. The Special General Meeting will be held at the Gold Coast Business Hub, Level 2, Kay House 35 Scarborough Street, Southport QLD 4215. Members will be notified via email in coming days. ...