Established in response to the 2011 suspension of sand mining on North Stradbroke Island, the Straddie Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses in transitioning to a sustainable visitor economy. Our mission is to represent, advocate for, and empower the diverse business community that calls North Stradbroke Island home.
As a volunteer-led, not-for-profit organisation, we welcome businesses from all sectors contributing to or operating on the island, including trades, services, resources, transport, accommodation providers (including rental property owners), hospitality, attractions, and tours.
Vision
Our vision is for North Stradbroke Island / Minjerribah / Straddie to be one of Australia’s most desirable lifestyle and tourism destinations, balancing business growth with sustainability and cultural respect.
Mission
We advocate for business interests, drive economic development, and elevate the island’s brand to ensure a thriving and resilient business environment for generations to come.
Focus Areas
We focus on three key areas to achieve our mission:
- Collaboration
- Represent local business interests to influence government and stakeholders, shaping policies that support the island’s economy.
- Foster connections among business owners to encourage peer support, innovation, and collective action.
- Coordination
- Leverage resources and partnerships to grow the island’s visitor economy and position it as a distinctive travel destination.
- Actively support initiatives that enhance the island’s appeal as both a premier tourist spot and a vibrant business hub.
- Empowerment
- Provide members with resources, training, and mentorship to help them achieve sustainable growth and success.
Representation
The Straddie Chamber is affiliated with Business Chamber Queensland (formerly CCIQ), Queensland’s peak business body. We ensure local businesses have a voice through participation in:
- BCQ Redlands Regional Policy Committee
- BCQ Queensland Policy Advisory Board
- Redland City Tourism Sub-Committee
- Redlands Coast Regional Jobs Committee
- Redlands Coast Business Leaders Quarterly Boardroom Forum
- NSI Youth & Social Justice Working Group
- NSI Liquor Accord
Objectives
The Chamber works to:
- Support members in building sustainable businesses for the future.
- Promote Straddie and its businesses, creating jobs for the local community.
- Serve as a unified voice for members when engaging with government and stakeholders.
- Pursue funding opportunities to provide training, mentoring, and development for members and their teams.
- Foster collaboration among businesses to tackle shared challenges and projects.
- Protect the island’s natural beauty, cultural heritage, and unique lifestyle.
- Facilitate networking and engagement across all types and sizes of businesses.
- Act as a central communication hub, sharing news, opportunities, and events.
Together, we’re building a sustainable and prosperous future for Straddie’s business community.