Shaping Caloundra Event Series | The Working Lunch
Event Details
21 October 2026 | 11:30am–3:00pm | Sunshine Coast Function Centre
Join business, government, industry, investors and community leaders for a facilitated working lunch focused on shaping the future prosperity of Caloundra and the southern Sunshine Coast.
At a time of significant regional growth and investment, The Working Lunch brings key leaders together to collaborate, share ideas and contribute to a shared vision for our region.
This is more than a discussion. It’s an opportunity to create authentic two-way conversations that challenge thinking, identify opportunities and help shape the strategies that will guide our region into the future.
KEY THEMES INCLUDE:
– Regional identity – defining and strengthening our regional brand story.
– Economic prosperity – creating the conditions for sustainable business and investment.
– A vibrant, sustainable region – attracting high-value investors, residents and visitors.
– Innovation and future readiness – embracing emerging trends to create better regional outcomes.
– Growth and infrastructure – positioning the region to maximise the opportunities presented by the significant infrastructure investment pipeline.
Lunch included: Enjoy a working lunch featuring freshly carved meats, seasonal salads, gourmet breads and fresh fruit, with tea, coffee, water and soft drinks available. GF and vegan options available.
PRESENTERS
Opening Comments: Michael Shadforth – President, Caloundra Chamber of Commerce
Keynote: Hari Hara Priya Kannan – Chief Data Scientist, The Demographics Group
Panellists:
Hari Hara Priya Kannan – Chief Data Scientist, The Demographics Group
Paul Martins – Director of Strategic Partnerships, University of the Sunshine Coast
Rob Comiskey – Co-Founder and Director, Comiskey Group
Facilitator: Brittany Lane – Media Advisor, RWC & Ray White
Closing Remarks: Kendall Hatcher MP – State Member for Caloundra
Come ready to contribute, connect and define the future vision for Caloundra and the southern Sunshine Coast.
TICKETS
– $95pp for Caloundra Chamber of Commerce Members or $109pp for Non-chamber members
– $900 Caloundra Chamber of Commerce Table (10ppl) or $1,050 for Non-chamber member Table (10ppl)
– $100 Expo Space
Ticketing closes – Tuesday October 14, 2026
Become an Event Partner, supporting the Chamber on this journey to shape the vision for our regionʼs prosperity. Sponsorship opportunity information pack can be downloaded here.