Business
The Sunshine Coast is one of the most exciting business destinations in Australia. The region offers a skilled and educated workforce, focuses on innovation, an increasingly diverse economy and well-planned areas for business growth. Council provides services to enable local business to thrive and to support investment in the region.
Supporting local business
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Regional Economic Development Strategy 2013-2033
Find out more about the 20-year vision and blueprint for sustainable economic growth.
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Invest Sunshine Coast
The Sunshine Coast offers an unrivalled mix of quality investment opportunities, prime commercial and coastal locations, a dynamic, innovative ecosystem and an idyllic lifestyle and environment.
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ASPIRE - circular economy marketplace
Re-purpose unwanted waste and make new business connections with the ASPIRE tool.
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Level Up
Find information, resources, programs and other support that can help you overcome challenges and realise opportunities in your business.
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Starting a food business
Starting a new food business or taking over an existing food business? You may need a food licence.
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Starting your business
Find out what you need to know to start your business on the Sunshine Coast.
Supporting your business
Resources, tools and support for your business.
Preparing your business
Find out how to prepare your business for the unexpected.
Business news and events
Stay up to date with the Sunshine Coast business community.
Invest Sunshine Coast
The Sunshine Coast offers an unrivalled mix of quality investment opportunities, prime commercial and coastal locations, a dynamic, innovative ecosystem and an idyllic lifestyle and environment.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Discover how Council is supporting innovation and entrepreneurs through events, programs, grant opportunities and industry introductions.
The Sunshine Coast Regional Economic Development Strategy (REDS) provides a 20-year vision and blueprint for sustainable economic growth – prioritising development through innovation, research and digital participation.
International relations
Fostering local to global connections in order to raise awareness of the region's investment and export opportunities and better position the Sunshine Coast in key international markets.
Major Events Sponsorship Program
Council aims to position the Sunshine Coast as Australia's premier regional major events destination.
Tenancy opportunities
We have a number of tenancy opportunities in council-owned and managed properties throughout the region.
Business News
Connect, trade and save on ASPIRE
Find out how your business or community group can help save money and the planet.
Serve up your ideas: The Curated Plate 2026
Following a record-breaking festival in 2025, The Curated Plate is now calling for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) to be part of the 2026 program.
Act now to build a future-ready Sunshine Coast
Whether you support the proposed planning scheme or have concerns, we want to hear from you. Now is the time to make a submission and help shape the future of the Sunshine Coast.
Business expo sparks inspiration and connection
Entrepreneurs, small businesses, government teams and industry leaders gathered at Sunshine Coast’s premium Business Expo for an afternoon of bold ideas, practical support and powerful connections.
Kitchen table to global brand: secrets of success
What does it take to turn a dream into a global brand?
Food, fun, full houses at The Curated Plate
The Curated Plate 2025 has officially wrapped after 10 delicious days across the Sunshine Coast, marking a record-breaking year for one of Queensland’s premier culinary festivals.
Connect, trade and save on ASPIRE
Find out how your business or community group can help save money and the planet.
Serve up your ideas: The Curated Plate 2026
Following a record-breaking festival in 2025, The Curated Plate is now calling for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) to be part of the 2026 program.
Act now to build a future-ready Sunshine Coast
Whether you support the proposed planning scheme or have concerns, we want to hear from you. Now is the time to make a submission and help shape the future of the Sunshine Coast.
Business expo sparks inspiration and connection
Entrepreneurs, small businesses, government teams and industry leaders gathered at Sunshine Coast’s premium Business Expo for an afternoon of bold ideas, practical support and powerful connections.
Kitchen table to global brand: secrets of success
What does it take to turn a dream into a global brand?