As part of 2026 Queensland Small Business Month, CheckUP’s Workforce and Industry Development Team recently hosted “Let’s Talk Business Solutions”. This was a targeted event for Community Services and NDIS businesses across Rockhampton and the surrounding areas.
CheckUP’s Workforce Industry Development Team, Kylie Hogan, Simon Whitehart, Stuart Coward, and Debbie Rooskov delivered practical presentations addressing current business and workforce challenges. We were also joined by Queensland Small Business Financial and Wellbeing Counsellor, Sharon Kingston, who contributed valuable insights and solutions during the discussion.
Immediately following our event, we connected with fellow Industry Workforce Advisors, Melanie Vearing (Business, Information & Communication Technology) and Victoria Hansen (Retail & Personal Services), at the Central Queensland Small Business Expo, proudly hosted by Advance Rockhampton.
Throughout the Expo, we met with local businesses, answered workforce-related questions, and promoted the full range of Business and Workforce support Programs available. We also had the opportunity to speak with representatives from all three levels of government, including:
- Cr. Grant Mathers, Rockhampton Regional Council
- Donna Kirkland MP, Queensland State Member for Rockhampton
- Michelle Landry MP, Federal Member for Capricornia
These conversations reinforced the shared commitment across government and industry to support small business growth and workforce development in Central Queensland.
If your business is facing business or workforce challenges, or you’d like advice on accessing programs, funding, or tailored solutions, the CheckUP team is here to help.
The Business Support and Workforce programs are proudly supported and funded by the Queensland Government.
