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• Sunshine Coast Celebrates

  • When
    11 Dec 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    The Station, Birtinya

  
  

  The Sunshine Coast’s business community is coming together to wrap up the year in style! 

  Join us on Thursday, 11th December, from 6:00pm - 8:30pm at The Station, Birtinya, for a festive evening hosted by some of the region’s Chambers of Commerce, Networks and Industry Groups.

  This Christmas celebration is all about connection, community, and giving back. Guests will enjoy:
  - A welcome drink on arrival
  - 'Station Money' to spend at your choice of food trucks
  - Live entertainment to keep the festive vibes flowing
  - A Giving Tree, supporting a range of local charities chosen by our Chambers, Networks, and Industry Groups

   Come together with fellow business leaders, colleagues, and friends to celebrate the year that was and toast to the one ahead.

  Sunshine Coast Celebrates – where community meets Christmas cheer.

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• Sunset Stories and Social with Amelia Hooper

  • When
    29 Jan 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Duporth Tavern, 52-62 Duporth Ave, Maroochydore QLD 4558

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  In order to continue to help you on your journey of empowerment, the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network run an exclusive members only Professional Growth event series; Sunset Stories and Social. Coming up at the Duporth Tavern on Thursday 29th January, we will be joined by 2025 Micro Small Business Woman of the Year, Amelia Hooper.

  Join us from 5.30pm as we dive deep into professional growth discussion and leave inspired to take the next step in our empowerment journeys.

  These events are the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow members in an intimate setting, ask any questions you may have of our guest, Amelia, and wrap up your day on a high.

  MORE ABOUT Amelia

  Ameila Hooper is the founder of Hooper Ruff, a Sunshine Coast brand dedicated to sustainable pet products. Balancing innovation with accountability, she reduces waste through recycled materials, product repairs, and circular design. Her transparent, practical approach ensures durability, customer trust, and responsible growth in an industry often challenged by sustainability.

  SPECIAL OFFER

  We are offering the chance to book all 7 of our Sunset Stories and get one free! Limited spaces available.

  Our upcoming Sunset Stories are:

  Thursday 29th January: 2025 Micro/Small Business Woman of the Year - Amelia Hooper from Hooper Ruff

  Thursday 26th February: 2025 Corporate Business Woman of the Year - Kara de Schot fromPixel Co Creative & Marketing

  Thursday 26th March: 2025 Outstanding Business Woman of the Year - Natalle Sutton from Matthew Flinders Anglican College

  Thursday 30th April: 2025 Young Business Woman of the Year - Kymberlee Clift from Bubble 'n' Kick Swim School

  Thursday 28th May: 2025 Professional Business Woman of the Year - Antoinette Lloyd from Youturn

  Thursday 25th June: 2025 Michelle Hamer Alumni Award Winner - Kaitlyn Akers

  Thursday 30th July: 2025 Sustainable Business Woman of the Year - Elizabeth Teece from Northpoint Photos

  
  

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• Sunshine Coast Business Women's Awards Alumni Soiree

  • When
    5 Feb 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Sky Rooftop Bar & Lounge - 8 Maroochydore Road, Maroochydore

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  Join us for this intimate invite-only evening of recognition and celebration. Together, we’ll proudly honour Kaitlyn Akers, recipient of the Michelle Hamer Alumni Award for 2025, welcome our newest Alumni our 2025 Award Winners as the newest members of the Alumni family, and raise a glass to the extraordinary legacy of SCBWN Award Winners.

  Event Details

  Thursday 5 February 2026

  • 5.30pm – 7.30pm

  • Sky Rooftop Bar & Lounge, Maroochydore

  • Tickets: $45 

  RSVP: By Thursday 29 January

  Note: This invitation is not transferable. The Alumni Soiree event is for SCBWN Award winners and invited guests only.

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• February Connect & Ignite - FREE Networking Event

  • When
    10 Feb 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Spaces left
    60

  
  

  Kickstart 2026 with connection, purpose and unstoppable energy!

  Join the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network in February for our first networking event of the year - Connect & Ignite.

  It's the ultimate way to fuel your business mojo!

  Expect a relaxed, vibrant evening where good energy meets great conversations. Reconnect with familiar faces, meet inspiring new women and set bold intentions for your best year yet.

  This FREE networking night is your chance to:

  • Strengthen your professional connections
  • Spark new collaborations and ideas
  • Recharge your motivation for 2026

  Whether you're an SCBWN member or brand new to the Network, you'll walk away feeling empowered, supported and ready to take on the year. It's time to get your tribe together ladies - let's do it!

  Cost: FREE (registration essential)

  Bring your energy, your business cards and your big goals; and let's shine together in 2026!

  Members are encouraged to bring along a non-member who may be interested in joining our Network.

  Register now to secure your spot!

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• Sunset Stories and Social with Kara de Schot

  • When
    26 Feb 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Duporth Tavern, 52-62 Duporth Ave, Maroochydore QLD 4558

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  In order to continue to help you on your journey of empowerment, the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network running our exclusive members only Professional Growth event series; Sunset Stories and Social. Coming up at Duporth Tavern on Thursday 26th of February, we will be joined by 2025 Corporate Business Woman of the Year, Kara de Schot,

  Join us from 5.30pm as we dive deep into professional growth discussion and leave inspired to take the next step in our empowerment journeys.

  These events are the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow members in an intimate setting, ask any questions you may have of our guest, Kara, and wrap up your day on a high.

  MORE ABOUT KARA

  Kara leads a strategy-first agency helping Australian businesses grow through practical marketing, smart systems, and human connection. Known for integrity in an unregulated industry, Kara has scaled multiple service models, mentors women in business, and drives results across 80+ clients nationwide.

  Our upcoming Sunset Stories are:

  Thursday 26th March: 2025 Outstanding Business Woman of the Year - Natalle Sutton from Matthew Flinders Anglican College

  Thursday 30th April: 2025 Young Business Woman of the Year - Kymberlee Clift from Bubble 'n' Kick Swim School

  Thursday 28th May: 2025 Professional Business Woman of the Year - Antoinette Lloyd from Youturn

  Thursday 25th June: 2025 Michelle Hamer Alumni Award Winner - Kaitlyn Akers

  Thursday 30th July: 2025 Sustainable Business Woman of the Year - Elizabeth Teece from Northpoint Photos

  
  

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• Sunset Stories and Social with Natalle Sutton

  • When
    26 Mar 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Duporth Tavern, 52-62 Duporth Ave, Maroochydore QLD 4558

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  In order to continue to help you on your journey of empowerment, the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network run an exclusive members only Professional Growth event series; Sunset Stories and Social. Coming up at Duporth Tavern on Thursday 26th March, we will be joined by 2025 Outstanding Business Woman of the Year, Natalle Sutton.

  Join us from 5.30pm as we dive deep into professional growth discussion and leave inspired to take the next step in our empowerment journeys.

  These events are the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow members in an intimate setting, ask any questions you may have of our guest, Natalle, and wrap up your day on a high.

  MORE ABOUT NATALLE:

  Strategic educator and future-focusedleader, Natalle empowers others to solve complex problems creatively and with purpose. Natalle drives innovation through real world design and business skills, authentic partnerships, community engagement, and agile funding models, leading change from the world-class Infinity Centre.

  Our upcoming Sunset Stories are:

  Thursday 30th April: 2025 Young Business Woman of the Year - Kymberlee Clift from Bubble 'n' Kick Swim School

  Thursday 28th May: 2025 Professional Business Woman of the Year - Antoinette Lloyd from Youturn

  Thursday 25th June: 2025 Michelle Hamer Alumni Award Winner - Kaitlyn Akers

  Thursday 30th July: 2025 Sustainable Business Woman of the Year - Elizabeth Teece from Northpoint Photos

  
  

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• Sunset Stories and Social with Kymberlee Clift

  • When
    30 Apr 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Duporth Tavern, 52-62 Duporth Ave, Maroochydore QLD 4558

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  In order to continue to help you on your journey of empowerment, the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network run an exclusive members only Professional Growth event series; Sunset Stories and Social. Coming up at Duporth Tavern on Thursday 30th April, we will be joined by 2025 Young Business Woman of the Year, Kymberlee Clift.

  Join us from 5.30pm as we dive deep into professional growth discussion and leave inspired to take the next step in our empowerment journeys.

  These events are the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow members in an intimate setting, ask any questions you may have of our guest, Kymberlee, and wrap up your day on a high.

  MORE ABOUT KYMBERLEE:

  Bubble ‘n’ Kick are specialists in water safety and aquatic education. Kymberlee strives to provide the highest quality, water-safety focused aquatic education that is accessible to everyone on the Sunshine Coast.

  Our upcoming Sunset Stories are:

  Thursday 28th May: 2025 Professional Business Woman of the Year - Antoinette Lloyd from Youturn

  Thursday 25th June: 2025 Michelle Hamer Alumni Award Winner - Kaitlyn Akers

  Thursday 30th July: 2025 Sustainable Business Woman of the Year - Elizabeth Teece from Northpoint Photos

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• Sunset Stories and Social with Antoinette Lloyd

  • When
    28 May 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Duporth Tavern, 52-62 Duporth Ave, Maroochydore QLD 4558

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  In order to continue to help you on your journey of empowerment, the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network running our exclusive members only Professional Growth event series; Sunset Stories and Social. Coming up at Duporth Tavern on Thursday 28th May, we will be joined by 2025 Professional Business Woman of the Year, Antoinette Lloyd.

  Join us from 5.30pm as we dive deep into professional growth discussion and leave inspired to take the next step in our empowerment journeys.

  These events are the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow members in an intimate setting, ask any questions you may have of our guest, Antoinette, and wrap up your day on a high.

  MORE ABOUT ANTOINETTE:

  Antoinette is a senior leader at Youturn, a not-for-profit founded 35 years ago on the Sunshine Coast. Today, Youturn supports 20,000 vulnerable people a year across Australia, delivering mental health, suicide postvention, housing, homelessness and child safety programs.

  Our upcoming Sunset Stories are:

  Thursday 25th June: 2025 Michelle Hamer Alumni Award Winner - Kaitlyn Akers

  Thursday 30th July: 2025 Sustainable Business Woman of the Year - Elizabeth Teece from Northpoint Photos

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• Sunset Stories and Social with Kaitlyn Akers

  • When
    25 Jun 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Duporth Tavern, 52-62 Duporth Ave, Maroochydore QLD 4558

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  In order to continue to help you on your journey of empowerment, the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network run an exclusive members only Professional Growth event series; Sunset Stories and Social.  Coming up at Duporth Tavern on Thursday 25th June, we will be joined by 2025 Michelle Hamer Alumni Award Winner, Kaitlyn Akers.

  Join us from 5.30pm as we dive deep into professional growth discussion and leave inspired to take the next step in our empowerment journeys.

  These events are the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow members in an intimate setting, ask any questions you may have of our guest, Kaitlyn, and wrap up your day on a high.

  Our upcoming Sunset Stories are:

  Thursday 30th July: 2025 Sustainable Business Woman of the Year - Elizabeth Teece from Northpoint Photos

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• Sunset Stories and Social with Elizabeth Teece

  • When
    30 Jul 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Duporth Tavern, 52-62 Duporth Ave, Maroochydore QLD 4558

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  In order to continue to help you on your journey of empowerment, the Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network running our exclusive members only Professional Growth event series; Sunset Stories and Social. Coming up at Duporth Tavern on Thursday 30th July, we will be joined by 2025 Sustainable Business Woman of the Year, Elizabeth Teece.

  Join us from 5.30pm as we dive deep into professional growth discussion and leave inspired to take the next step in our empowerment journeys.

  These events are the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow members in an intimate setting, ask any questions you may have of our guest, Elizabeth, and wrap up your day on a high.

  MORE ABOUT ELIZABETH:

  Elizabeth has owned and operated Northpoint Photos for 15 years. Northpoint provides a professional school photography service to childcare centres and kindergartens across Southeast Queensland. Elizabeth ensures her team provides a fun, easy photo day, high quality images and inhouse printing - all with a SMILE!

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