A Jam-Packed May for Small Businesses on the Cassowary Coast

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Published
23rd April 2025

This May, the Cassowary Coast is celebrating Queensland Small Business Month with a full calendar of workshops, networking events, expert mentoring, and digital training opportunities tailored for local small business owners, operators, and aspiring entrepreneurs.

Councillor Renee McLeod, Portfolio Holder for Economic Development and Tourism, said the month presents a fantastic opportunity to shine a light on the strength and potential of local business.

“Our small businesses are the heartbeat of the Cassowary Coast,” Cr McLeod said.

“Queensland Small Business Month is a great chance for our businesses to access expert support, build skills, share stories and make meaningful connections that can help them thrive. We’re proud to bring these opportunities to our local communities this May.”

Key Events Include:

•           Mentoring for Growth Days

•           Cash Flow, Tax & Super sessions

•           Networking Luncheons in Kurrimine Beach, Cardwell, Mission Beach, Tully & Innisfail

•           Digital Skills & AI Workshops: Podcasting, Canva, TikTok, ChatGPT, e-Commerce, Cyber Safety

•           Business Breakfast’s in Innisfail, Tully, Mission Beach and Cardwell

•           NBN Regional Tech Hub Roadshow across the Cassowary Coast

•           Winning Tenders & Capability Statement sessions

•           Face-to-face training in Tully, Cardwell, Mission Beach and Innisfail

These events are proudly delivered in partnership with local businesses, Cassowary Coast Regional Council, Queensland Government, industry professionals, and passionate community leaders who support the growth and resilience of small businesses across the region.

Explore the full calendar and register your spot at events: cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/qld-small-business-month-2025  

Don't miss your chance to connect, learn, and grow with your local business community this May!

For further information contact Council at 1300 763 903 or email enquiries@cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au. -

Picture Caption: Councillor Renee McLeod with Grayson Cavallaro who will be hosting and speaking at a Business Luncheon networking event at his family owned business Roscoe’s Piazza.