The Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced an action-packed program of events for October, designed to strengthen local businesses and provide practical tools for growth and success.
The month begins with a timely professional development session on Managing Difficult Personalities in the Workplace, to be held on Thursday 9 October, 7:30–9:00am at Club Whitsunday, Airlie Beach. Delivered by Judy Porter of Shiift, this interactive workshop will address one of the top challenges facing small and medium enterprises: managing people. Attendees will gain insight into the do’s and don'ts of handling difficult personalities, strategies for reducing conflict, and techniques to harness individual and team strengths. Registration is free for Chamber and Tourism Whitsunday members, with refreshments included.
On Thursday 16 October, 7:30–9:00am, the Chamber presents Ask An Expert: Money Matters, also at Club Whitsunday. This exclusive session features leading financial professionals including Gus Walsgott (Rural Financial Counselling Service), Justin Butler (Eclipse Financial Planning), Fiona Erquiaga (Smooth Sailing Finance Consulting), and Doug O’Connor (Option Insurance Brokers). Covering compliance, lending, insurance, superannuation, and growth planning, the panel will share financial trends, common mistakes to avoid, and five powerful habits for long-term success. Attendees are encouraged to bring their questions for tailored advice.
The month concludes with the Whitsundays Job Fair on Tuesday 21 October, 10:00am–1:00pm at the Proserpine Entertainment Centre. Open to all, this major regional event will connect employers directly with job seekers, students, and skilled workers. Businesses will benefit from their own booth to showcase vacancies, direct engagement with candidates, networking with other employers and industry groups, and valuable pre-event promotion. Spaces are limited, and registrations for a free business booth must be completed by Tuesday 7 October.
With a focus on skills, financial knowledge, and workforce connection, October promises to deliver practical outcomes for Whitsunday businesses of all sizes.
These events are open to all. Register via whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events
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