Burdekin Chamber Offers Paid Business Administrator Role

The future of the Burdekin Chamber of Commerce is facing uncertainty as the organisation struggles to fill three crucial leadership roles: president, secretary, and treasurer. With the business support group at a crossroads, the chamber’s operations are in jeopardy unless these vacancies can be urgently filled.
Despite the chamber’s long history of advocating for local businesses and fostering growth in the Burdekin region, the lack of leadership is becoming a pressing issue. Traditionally, these positions have been filled by volunteers, but finding individuals willing to step into these roles has become increasingly difficult. Without a full leadership team, the chamber’s ability to host events, support businesses, and lobby for the community will be severely impacted.
Burdekin Shire Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort emphasised the importance of the chamber, saying, “The Burdekin Chamber of Commerce plays a vital role in supporting our local businesses. It’s essential that the Burdekin Chamber continues to thrive, as it serves as a driver of business growth, networking, and support within our community.” She highlighted the chamber's role in key initiatives such as the Burdekin Gift Card, adding, “The success of initiatives like the Burdekin Gift Card further demonstrates the Burdekin Chamber’s ability to keep local money in local hands, and investments into this initiative are paramount.”
Recognising the critical nature of the situation, the chamber has made a strategic decision to offer a paid position for a business administrator in the hopes of attracting a qualified candidate to help manage its day-to-day operations. The new role is designed to provide stability and ensure the continuity of the chamber’s work, especially as it navigates through this challenging period.
Currently, the search is on for the right person to step into this business administrator position. It is hoped that by offering remuneration, the chamber will find a capable individual who can bring both expertise and enthusiasm to the role. The administrator will work closely with the remaining board members and local businesses, helping to maintain the chamber’s ongoing efforts to advocate for the Burdekin’s economic future.
However, even with a paid administrator, the chamber still needs committed volunteers to take on the essential roles of president, secretary, and treasurer. These positions are pivotal for the organisation’s leadership and strategic direction, and filling them remains a priority to keep the chamber functioning effectively.
Mayor Dalle Cort urged more involvement from the business community, stating, “I encourage more businesses to get involved. We must continue to stand behind the Burdekin Chamber’s efforts and ensure it remains a cornerstone of the Burdekin business community for years to come.”
As the Burdekin Chamber looks to the future, the community’s support will be vital in ensuring its continued presence as a key resource for local businesses. Without these positions filled, the chamber’s future—and by extension, the future of local business advocacy in the region—hangs in the balance.

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A Burdekin Chamber event earlier this year. Photo sourced: Facebook

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