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Hi there. Read on for the latest Sunshine Coast business and investment stories.

| View in browser Hi there This month, we're highlighting a wave of high-tech successes from Sunshine Coast businesses.   First off, Kudos to RAIDER Targetry for its recent win at the Defence Connect Australian Defence Industry Awards.   RAIDER Targetry supports the defence sector with testing, evaluation and live fire training and was named 'SME of the Year' for its cutting-edge technology including autonomous systems, robotics and advanced engineering.    Then there's the new tech-kid expected on the Sunshine Coast block: a proposed digital creative centre called 'NEO'. NEO will be an immersive reality precinct, designed to attract world leading technology and companies at the forefront of XR and Generative AI.   But wait, there's more! The University of the Sunshine Coast is spearheading a 'Space to Sea' accelerator project to use geospatial intelligence in investigating complex challenges like population growth or changeable weather and coming up with solutions. The Space to Sea project will leverage advanced technologies like satellites, AI and drones as well as the opportunities coming out of high speed data through Sunshine Coast's International Submarine Cable Network.  I hope you enjoy catching up on news about the Sunshine Coast's business and investment landscape.     As always, please feel free to contact me if you'd like to know more about doing business on the Sunshine Coast.    Alex   Alex Lever-Shaw Head of Investment, Trade and International Economic Development Branch Sunshine Coast Council    Email: invest@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au Access a wide array of information online Top stories this month RAIDER Targetry awarded 'SME of the Year' at Defence Connect Australian Defence Industry Awards Read more Watch Gavin Keeley introduce 'NEO', a pioneering digital creative precinct proposed for the Sunshine Coast Watch here UniSC's 'Space to Sea' accelerator project to utilise cutting edge technology Read more Cure Marine's CEO Carl Bird explains why the Sunshine Coast is a great place for export businesses Watch now Watch the recording of the Testing Tech in Paradise event closing webinar Watch now Explore the Investment and Growth Toolkit for businesses expanding on the Sunshine Coast Discover now Investment and Growth Toolkit Sunshine Coast Council has created a best-in-class concierge service for investors wanting to set up or expand businesses on the Sunshine Coast.    Investors can gain assistance with: The development approval process prior to submission Finding sites Business introductions Navigating regulatory requirements Connections to supportive contacts and networks Relocation assistance Taking this concierge service one step further, Sunshine Coast Council has created a unique digital solution called the Investment and Growth Toolkit. Established within the existing Invest Sunshine Coast website infrastructure, the Toolkit provides links to real-time resources and investment tools.    Discover how we can help you on your business investment journey. You can book a one hour complimentary session with our Investment Lead, Wendy Macdonald. Call 0408 731 999 or email wendy.macdonald@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au. View the Toolkit Testing Tech in Paradise: Whitepaper   The Sunshine Coast has been dubbed Australia's Silicon Coast due to its cutting-edge digital infrastructure, supportive tech community and access to global connectivity through a dedicated international broadband cable.   And let's not forget the lifestyle advantages! The Sunshine Coast offers a superb quality of life with its beautiful beaches, outdoor activities and cultural events.   For tech professionals who value work-life balance, the Sunshine Coast is an unbeatable location. Learn more Sunshine Coast Council - Economic Development Branch, Locked Bag 72, Sunshine Coast Mail Centre, QLD 4560, Australia, +61 407 753 645 Unsubscribe Manage preferences |
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