A SPECIAL Chamber event was held last week to explore opportunities for growth in Proserpine.
The Whitsundays Chamber of Commerce and Industry (WCCI) held a ‘Possibilities for Proserpine’ event at Filby’s Motors, Proserpine, last Wednesday (February 12).
The free event – designed to bring Proserpine businesses together to share ideas, discuss challenges, and explore opportunities for growth – attracted a good crowd of about 30 people.
It was an opportunity to connect with other local traders and engage directly with Chamber board members.
The creation of a Proserpine sub-committee was also discussed, focusing on local challenges, opportunities, and collaborative solutions to strengthen the community and economy.
One of the chamber’s newest board members, Emily Harvey, hosted the event.
Ms Harvey is the marketing, branding and customer experience manager for Filby’s Motors, in both Bowen and Proserpine.
“I look forward to working with the Chamber in reinvigorating awareness and membership opportunities in the Proserpine region and assisting in advocating for businesses in the region,” Ms Harvey said.
If you are a business in the Proserpine region and would like to get involved, email admin@whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au
WCCI has an exciting events program planned for 2025.
The 2025 event program will include a variety of events aimed at supporting business growth, keeping businesses informed on industry trends and regional developments, and providing ample networking opportunities with like-minded professionals.
2025 event program highlights:
- Business breakfast events: Start your day with insightful discussions and networking.
- Meet the Federal Election Candidates Forum: Engage with candidates and discuss key issues impacting local businesses.
- Pop-Up Chamber gatherings: Informal, interactive events to connect and collaborate.
- Bites & Insights webinars: Online sessions with expert speakers covering a range of business topics.
- Whitsunday Job Fair: A platform for businesses to connect with local talent.
- Specialised workshops: A deep dive into specific areas of business growth and strategy.
The flagship event of the year, the Whitsunday Business Conference, will take place on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at the TAFE Queensland Whitsunday Campus, followed by Tourism Whitsundays’ monthly networking night.
To ensure the Chamber’s events meet the needs of businesses, they are invited to complete an online survey on the business topics they would like to explore in 2025.
Feedback will help shape a program that truly supports business success.
Have your say in the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/25TNA
Event registrations are now open: https://www.whitsundaycoastchamber.com.au/events/
