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September 2025
Business on Redlands Coast
Economic development updates to support local businesses.
Business Brews for Redlands Coast Manufacturers
Redland City Council’s Economic Development and Partnerships team invites local manufacturers to Business Brews, an informal networking event on Wednesday, 15 October 2025, from 4pm to 6pm at Bacchus Brewing Co., Capalaba. The event offers a chance to connect with fellow manufacturers and learn about industry assistance programs available to support business growth. Guest speakers will include Business Chamber Queensland, presenting on sustainability as well as trade-related opportunities, including those linked to the upcoming Brisbane 2032 procurement guidelines. This is a free event, and bookings are open now!
Redland City Council's Annual Contracting Plan
Redland City Council values working with suppliers to deliver the infrastructure, streets, parks, public spaces and community services needed across the city. To support these business partnerships, Redland City Council develops, adopts and publishes an Annual Contracting Plan.
The Annual Contracting Plan outlines significant tender and contract opportunities that are in the pipeline for the coming financial year. This information is shared publicly to ensure transparency and visibility of upcoming opportunities to all interested businesses within the market.
If there is a particular opportunity your business is interested in, please ensure you continue to monitor the published document as the plan can be subject to change throughout the year.
If you require clarification on any or the published opportunities, please contact:
Construction Contracts: PDGprocurement@redland.qld.gov.au
General Goods and Services Contracts: procurementtenders@redland.qld.gov.au
Refreshed Skilling Queenslanders for Work now open
The Queensland Government has refreshed its Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative to deliver even better outcomes for job seekers, employers and the economy, with stronger input from industry, employers and community organisations. The program ensures the right training reaches the right people in the right regions, targeting skills Queenslanders need now.
Community-based not-for-profit organisations can apply for funding to deliver projects that help disadvantaged Queenslanders gain the qualifications and skills required to enter and remain in the workforce. Support is offered to young people (including those in and transitioned from out-of-home care), Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, mature-age job seekers, women re-entering the workforce, veterans and ex-Australian Defence Force members and their families, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and recently released prisoners.
Business workshops and events
Capability statement webinar
The Queensland Government is hosting a free capability statement webinar on Thursday 11 September 2025, 11am to 12pm online via Microsoft Teams. Designed to help businesses stand out from the crowd and improve their chances of securing contracts, the session will guide participants through developing and preparing effective capability statements that highlight their strengths and competitiveness in the market.
Coffee & connections for women entrepreneurs
The University of Queensland MBA Women’s Network, in partnership with UQ Ventures, will host the networking event 'Morning Coffee & Connections' on Wednesday, 24 September 2025, from 8am to 9:30am in Brisbane. This free event offers a relaxed space for women founders, aspiring entrepreneurs, and supporters in the startup ecosystem to expand their networks and share insights over coffee.
Data-driven circularity: AI-powered innovations redefining product reuse
Boomerang Labs is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, 23 September 2025, 11am to 12pm, exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the circular economy. The session will highlight how AI extends product lifecycles, reduces waste, and optimises recovery pathways, with real-world examples from data platforms to city-wide waste optimisation. Participants will gain practical insights into using AI to create more resilient, resource-efficient systems.
ATO Masterclass - Hiring and paying workers
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is offering a suite of masterclasses designed to strengthen small business knowledge and give participants the chance to speak directly with experienced tax officers, ask questions, and gain insights tailored to their business needs. The upcoming webinar on September 26, 12pm to 1pm, will focus on what to consider when hiring and paying workers, providing practical guidance to help small businesses stay compliant and confident in managing their workforce.
Business support
Small business grants schedule
The Queensland Government provides grants and programs to help Queensland small businesses continue to grow and thrive. Keep an eye on the small business grants schedule for upcoming opportunities and updates.
Regional Arts Development Fund
Redland City Council in partnership with the Queensland Government, has opened applications for Round 1 of the Regional Arts Development Fund. Grants up to $10,000 are available to support arts and cultural projects across Redlands Coast including those that expand access to the arts, create opportunities for local artists and arts workers, and promote the value of culture and heritage in the community.
Local Jobs, Local People Grant
The Australian Government is inviting applications for the Local Jobs, Local People grant program, offering $10 million in total funding from 2025–26 to 2026–27. Applications due 24 September 2025, 9pm.
Email Marketing Essentials
Business Foundations is hosting a free online event on Thursday, 25 September 2025, 10am to 12pm, focused on helping small business owners get started with email marketing. The session will explore how to use email to connect with your audience, build trust, and drive sales, while offering practical guidance to overcome the challenges of launching and maintaining effective campaigns.
Instant insights!
Did you know that Redland City’s Manufacturing contributes 7.2% to the city’s total value add, down from 9.7% two decades ago. Despite this decline, the sector remains a cornerstone of the local economy, supporting around 3,000 jobs and driving employment across related industries such as transport, construction, and retail. It also leads the city in total exports and plays a vital role in regional supply chains.
Key sub-sectors — including food and beverage, machinery and equipment, and transport equipment manufacturing —continue to sustain and grow the industry, while emerging areas such as marine,
manufacturing, battery production, green metals, and critical minerals are driving innovation and diversification within the local manufacturing landscape.
If you want to learn more about the local economy, contact us or visit the Economy ID page for Redland City.
Local law change to support enforcement of shopping centre’s regulated parking
Redland City Council will amend one of its local laws to allow regulated parking at two commercial carparks in Cleveland Central, commonly known in the community as the Coles and Woolworths carparks. Under the change, six new regulated off-street parking areas will be added to Schedule 2 of Subordinate Local Law No. 5 (Parking) 2015—five at 67–107 Middle Street (Woolworths) and one at 100 Middle Street (Coles).
The amendment process, endorsed at General Meeting of Council, follows a formal request from the owner of Cleveland Central to enter into an agreement with Council for regulated parking enforcement in their carparks. By making this change, Council will be able to undertake parking enforcement in the designated areas, improving consistency in management and ensuring fair access to parking spaces for shoppers and visitors. Council officers will now progress the statutory process to amend the local law, ensuring community awareness and compliance, while supporting the needs of both local businesses and residents who rely on these busy carparks.
