Our Business Partners

Scenic Rim Regional Council is proud to be working in partnership with key government agencies and our community leaders to assist business development in the region and to build a strong and vibrant economy.

Key agencies:

AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT

Federal Government website

Regional Development Australia - Ipswich Region

Regional Development Australia is a partnership between Australian, State, and local governments to strengthen regional communities and to ensure their long-term sustainability. Regional Development Ipswich & West Moreton (RDA IWM) is led by a committee of community leaders from across the region. The region takes in the Scenic Rim local government area as well as those of Ipswich, Lockyer and Somerset.RDA IWM operates independently of government but works with elected representatives from federal, state and local governments and government agencies.

17 Lowry Street, North Ipswich
PO Box 2547, North Ipswich QLD 4305
Phone: (07) 3812 4144
Email: adminexec@rdaiwm.org.au
www.rdaiwm.org.au

Ausindustry

AusIndustry is the Australian Government's business unit within the Department of Industry, Innovation and Science. AusIndustry provides a range of incentives for Australian businesses to invest, innovate and be internationally competitive. Their products cover a range of industry sectors and business needs. They are delivered in the form of grants, loans, tax and duty concessions and access to venture capital. 

Scenic Rim is served by the Gold Coast Regional Office in Southport:

Level 4, 7 Short Street, Southport QLD 4215
GPO Box 2013, Canberra ACT 2601
Phone: (07) 5503 1601
www.business.gov.au/about/ausindustry-programme-summary

Austrade

The Australian Trade Commission (Austrade) is the Australian Government agency that offers practical advice, market intelligence and ongoing support (including financial) to Australian businesses looking to develop international markets. Austrade also provides advice and guidance on overseas investment and joint venture opportunities, and helps put Australian businesses in contact with potential overseas investors.

The Queensland office of Austrade is located in Brisbane:

Level 16, 307 Queen Street, Brisbane QLD 4000
Phone: 13 28 78 - 9.00am-5.30pm (AEST) Monday to Friday
www.austrade.gov.au

QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT

State Government website

Department of State Development

The Department of State Development's regional office, based in Ipswich, services the local government areas of the Scenic Rim as well as Ipswich, Lockyer Valley and Somerset. 

The Department delivers a range of services to achieve regional economic growth, transform and build up industries, and to assist business owners improve their operational and management skills.

If your business is in the Scenic Rim area, you can visit the Department's Ipswich Regional Centre for business and export advice, seminars and workshops.

To find out more, contact the Department of State Development's Ipswich Centre:

Level 4, 117 Brisbane Street, Ipswich QLD 4305
PO Box 129 Ipswich QLD 4305
Phone: 07 3432 2400
Email: SEQWest@dsd.qld.gov.au
www.statedevelopment.qld.gov.au

Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ)

TIQ is the Queensland Government's dedicated global business agency, with a charter to provide information and advice to help Queensland companies take advantage of export opportunities in markets around the world (through consultation, planning, trade missions, networking and events and preparing for export) and also to help potential interstate and overseas investors find and take advantage of the opportunities in our state and region.

TIQ has a Principal Trade and Investment Officer based in Ipswich.

Level 4, 117 Brisbane Street
PO Box 129, Ipswich QLD 4305
Phone: 0417 618 865
Email: juliemark@tiq.qld.gov.au
www.tiq.qld.gov.au

Department of Education & Training

The Department of Education & Training (DET) delivers education and training services for people at every stage of their personal and professional development.

Ipswich Regional Office - Training:

Level 3, Icon Tower, 117 Brisbane Street, Ipswich QLD 4305
Phone: 1300 369 935; Apprenticeships 1800 210 210
Email: training@det.qld.gov.au
www.trainandemploy.qld.gov.au

Business Queensland

Business Queensland is a portal that brings together information on a range of programs, information and tools from a range of Queensland Government Departments relevant to businesses.
www.business.qld.gov.au

Local Chambers of Commerce and Tourism Organisation

The Chambers of Commerce and Tourism Organisations in the Scenic Rim meet regularly to promote ideas, meet with business partners and support new service providers.  As peak business organisations, they enjoy excellent relations with all levels of government and foster open discussions with elected representatives and Council staff.  The Chambers actively lobby on various subjects on behalf of their members  deliver significant benefits to local members. Connect with your local Chamber of Commerce and/or Tourism Organisation below: 

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