Is Your Business Ready for What’s Next?
With Chamber President Nick Steiner
Across our region, businesses are already feeling the impact of rising fuel costs – from increased transport expenses to shifting customer behaviour and disrupted supply chains. Yet recent discussions with local operators revealed a concerning insight: only 1 in 6 businesses currently have a risk and mitigation plan in place.
The reality is simple – it’s business as usual…until it’s not.
Risk planning doesn’t need to be complicated. At its core, it’s about asking: If something changes, how do we respond? Who is involved? What do we need? Whether it’s fuel price spikes, supply shortages, staffing challenges or changing customer demand, having a plan in place allows businesses to respond quickly, stay calm, and remain in control.
We are already seeing how quickly conditions can shift. Some local businesses are benefiting from increased ‘stay local’ spending, while others reliant on tourism, transport, or fixed pricing are facing growing pressure on margins. Supply chain challenges are also emerging, with rising costs affecting farmers, distributors, and ultimately, the availability and price of goods.
The difference between businesses that survive and those that struggle will come down to preparation.
Taking just one hour to map out key risks, involve your team, and put simple processes in place can make a significant difference in how your business responds under pressure.
Three Months In — An Exciting Year Ahead for Local Business
We are already three months into the year, and the Greater Caboolture Chamber of Commerce has an exciting line-up of events and opportunities for local business owners.
One of the highlights will be our “Accessing the Olympics” event in November, helping businesses understand how they can position themselves to benefit from the opportunities surrounding the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games. We’ll also be hosting events connected to the new RHC City development, one of the most significant projects shaping the future of our region.
Caboolture and the wider Moreton Bay region are experiencing significant growth, and there has never been a more important time for businesses to have a strong voice. As a Chamber, we actively advocate on behalf of our members to local, state and federal governments, ensuring our business community is heard and supported.
Local Connections: Breakfast Networking and Pub Chats
If you’re curious about the Chamber, we invite you to come along to one of our monthly free catch-ups. Our popular Breakfast Networking events are held at Gather & Feast, while our evening Pub Chats take place at Buddy Brewing. These relaxed sessions often feature our “Fab Four” local councillors – Cr Adam Hain, Cr Brooke Savige, Cr Mark Booth and Cr Tony Latter – and occasionally Mark Ryan MP and Terry Young MP, providing valuable opportunities for local businesses to connect directly with decision-makers.
Our dedicated Chamber committee is passionate about supporting local businesses to connect, grow and succeed.
If you’re ready to expand your network and be part of the region’s business future, visit the membership section of our website and join today at Greater Caboolture at Chamber of Commerce.
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- Caboolture Connect: Updates from the Community
- What’s Hot Around Town
- Podcast Review: Pop Culture Parenting
- The French Film Festival Brisbane
- How Healthy is Your Home Loan?
- Queenfish Scomberoides commersonnianus
- Organic Gardening in March
- Free, Cheap and Local!
- Happitat Brings High-Altitude Thrills to Gold Coast Hinterland
- When Allergies Rewrite a Family’s Story
- Backing Their Buddy
- Food Fest Brings Flavour and Fun to Caboolture Showgrounds
- The Dellit Family and the Legacy of Riverview Hospital
- Like Yesterday
- Schools Unite to Build Future Workforce Pathways
- Plant, Grow and Connect
- Finding the Right Path
- SpiritFest Returns to Caboolture Historical Village
- Local Sporting Facilities Set for Major Upgrades
