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HBEN Newsletter 17th October 2011
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Thanks to everyone who joined us for a Tasty Business breakfast last week, supported by the team at Holiday Coast Credit Union. In addition to a wonderful local produce menu, I also challenged everyone to eat some frogs - if you missed it, here's your challenge too.
Bon Appetit and have a fantastic week!
Liesa Davies
Manager, Hastings Business Enterprise Network
Tel: 02 6583 4412
E: manager@hastingsben.com.au
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Member News
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COMPASS Financial Management and Donovan Oates Hannaford are combining forces to put on an Information Evening for clients and members of the HBEN on Wednesday, 26 October at 5.45pm at Sails. Attendees will hear from one of Australia's prominent commentators on domestic and international markets as we try to make sense of what's happening around the world. Attendees will also receive informative strategies from COMPASS and from Donovan Oates Hannaford, who will present on important estate planning matters. RSVP on 6583 2211 to COMPASS or admin@compassadvice.com.au
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Down to Business | |
'Localising' the NSW strategic plan
The NSW Premier has released the Government's 10 year strategic plan NSW 2021: A Plan to Make NSW Number One, which sets immediate priorities for action and will guide resource allocation within the NSW Budget. Local communities have their own priorities and over the next year the Government will work to 'localise' NSW 2021. Your feedback on the priorities for each region and locality are sought via an on-line forum here.
Five ways to get rave customer reviews
Five simple techniques that will keep your customers coming back for more - and make sure that they tell their friends and family to do the same. Read more...
Who's talking about you on Facebook?
At the end of last week Facebook added a new feature to pages that tells visitors the number of people who are talking about the page. Businesses need to know how to use this essential tool. Read more...
Support for social entreprenuers
The School for Social Entrepreneurs Australia (www.sse.org.au) is working to determine the specific and unique needs of people working for positive social and community change in regional areas. They'd like your input to their questionnaire here. Please provide your input by 31 Oct. For more information contact Courtney Collins, on 0406 066 641.
More shoppers want Fairtrade
Australian shoppers are becoming more conscious of fairtrade practices by businesses and are shopping with their ethics, a new global poll has found. Read more ....
To stay informed of more great business news and happenings:
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The Business Calendar | |
20 Oct: CPA Discussion Group Meeting, 5.30pm at the CWA Rooms, Horton St. Guest presenter, Port Macquarie-Hastings Council General Manager, Tony Hayward. To register your attendance email chasport77@hotmail.com.
25 Oct: Port Chamber AGM and Information Evening with guest speaker, Port Macquarie-Hastings Council General Manager, Tony Hayward on his observations and plans after three months in the role. 6.15pm at Quality Resort Sails. Register your attendance here.
26 Oct: COMPASS Financial Management and Donovan Oates Hannaford Information Evening - Making sense of domestic and international markets and estate planning (see details above in 'members news'.
27 Oct: Hastings Business Womens Network AGM and Breakfast, 7am, Rydges Port Macquarie. Register your attendance here.
28 Oct: Women & Leadership Australia, The Regional Leadership Journey 2011, one day program. Read more...
31 Oct: Meet the Small Business Commissioner, Yasmin King (presented by the NSW Business Chamber), have your say on the issues and challenges facing small business, 12.30pm to 1.30pm Pier One, Panthers. Call 13 26 96 to book your seat (this is a free event).
3 Nov: Port Macquarie Toastmasters demonstration meeting to help with the development of your leadership and communication skills. Click here for more details on the Toastmasters offering and meeting times or contact Justyn Phillips (0412 288 320) or Peter Loveday (0417 289 115) for more information.
18 Nov: Strategic Regional Leadership For Innovation Conference, The Glasshouse, Read more... For more local business events information, check out the Local Business Calendar here. |
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Training & Development | |
18 Oct, 4-6pm: Six Steps to your Business Success (presented by Stuart Goodfellow, ActionCOACH). Are you a business owner with more than 3 employees? Have you been in business for more than 3 years? Are you frustrated with not getting the results you expect from your business? Are you open to learning something new? Join Stuart at the NSW Business Chamber, 146-148 Gordon St. Book your seat at this free seminar here or via stuartgooodfellow@actioncoach.com /0458 658400.
17, 18 & 25 Oct: Occupational Health & Safety Consultation Training Course This course is designed for OHS committee members and OHS representatives who are required by OHS Legislation to receive this training although any person will benefit immensely. Cost: $480.00 + GST, includes all course material, morning and afternoon tea and lunch. Read more...
19 Oct: Sustainability Advantage Program Info Session Want to better understand sustainability, successfully manage for a better environment and add value to your business? Consider attending the NSW Office of the Environment and Heritage Sustainability Advantage Program free Information Session. Wednesday, 19 Oct 9am-noon, Rydges Port Macquarie. For more information on the program click
here. To register for the info session contact Josh Hoole on 02 6583 8112 or 0403 289 961. Free (fully funded) course - Cert IV in Bookkeeping.
This qualification is for people who are interested in a job role consisting of a contract bookkeeper, small bookkeeping business owner and/or employees performing bookkeeping tasks for an organisation in a range of industries. For more information, or to register your interest, please contact the Port Macquarie Community College on 02 6583 7288 or cheryl.eslick@portace.com.au.
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What's On | |
Holiday Coast Credit Union Tastings of the Hastings
October is Holiday Coast Credit Union Tastings of the Hastings month! In addition to the main event, on Sunday, 23 October, you'll find many other enticing happenings featuring and hosted by great local businesses. Check out the Tastings event calendar here or like the Tastings of the Hastings on facebook.
24 Oct: Camp Quality Charity Golf Day at the Port Macquarie Golf Club. Morning competition spots and hole sponsorship opportunities still available. Read more ... a great day, raising funds for Camp Quality.
28 Oct: Tastings of the Hastings Dinner, Enjoy a sumptuous three course dinner inspired by local producers overlooking the beautiful Hastings River at Port Panthers. Read more...
17 Nov: Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service's annual Mid North Coast Corporate Golf Challenge, Emerald Downs Golf Course. Teams of 4, 18 hole ambrose, 1045 rego, early lunch and noon tee off. For more information contact Belinda Power on 0429 818 627 or click here for registration form and here for more information.
26 Nov: Carlotta - Live, presented by Port Panthers and Focus Magazine, 6:30pm, $55 members/$60 non-members inc 3 course dinner, arrival drink and fruit platter. Tickets are available from Port Macquarie Panthers reception or call 02 6580 2300. A great night out with friends, relatives, staff with great food and Faaaaaaaaaabulous entertainment.
For more details of what's on locally visit gpmevents.com.au.
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