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June 2017
From the editor
The 2017 Federal Budget seemed to make few ripples in most media outlets, with it almost disappearing from view within a...
Boeing and CSIRO launch $35 m research program
CSIRO has signed a new, $35 million research agreement with the world’s largest aerospace company, Boeing.
Leah Jay reaches summit of Mount Everest
Property management pioneer, Leah Jay, completed a climbing expedition to the summit of Mount Everest on 22 May.
Planning Excellence award for Lake Macquarie City Council
On the 3 May Lake Macquarie City Council received the highest planning accolade, with its pioneering approach to managin...
Renew Australia scoping study for Maitland
Maitland City Council has engaged Renew Australia to conduct a scoping study to determine the feasibility of an urban re...
Technology Optimisation team formed
Diamond ICTs Technology Optimisation (TechOps) team has been developed and refined out of the need to ensure business ne...
Hunter region brewers successful at beer awards
Breweries from all corners of the country and around the world are celebrating after the results of the 2017 Australian ...
Prosperity boosts Queensland presence
Roger Ng & Co – a specialist SME Brisbane-based Accounting & Tax practice has joined the Hunter based, Prosperity Advise...
Powerful MidCoast Business Chamber formed
MidCoast Business Chamber has been formed following the new MidCoast Council taking economic development back in house.
Innovative technology used to help emergency management
The continuing advances in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and associated sensor technologies has produced a broad spect...
Firm of the Year award for Pitcher Partners
Pitcher Partners was named the Firm of the Year at this year’s Accounting Awards, held in Sydney on 26 May.
Hunter Water – University research partnership
Hunter Water has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Newcastle (UON) to launch a research partne...
Want more than money can buy?
Have you ever heard the saying if “you’re not growing you’re dying?”
My ‘real’ team
Many of you will have read Jim Collins’ book ‘Good to Great’. You will recall the “bus analogy” in which Jim argues that...
Are you eligible for the reduced corporate tax rate?
Have you assessed when you may be eligible for the new corporate tax rate and the consequences of transitioning to such ...
How to lease a building
It’s come to that point in your business, you have out grown your premises and whether the business is yours or the boss...
Developers and investors called for multi-million dollar housing project
Leading Hunter-based community housing provider Compass Housing is seeking developers, investors and builders to help it...
Local ‘legends’ needed to support learning pathways
The region’s leading provider of community based adult learning WEA Hunter is offering a unique business and community p...
Leaders of tomorrow recognised at annual TAFE NSW awards
The achievements of TAFE NSW’s brightest students and the contribution of its alumni have been recognised at the 2017 TA...
Aged care training in China
Newcastle training organisation Novaskill (HGT Australia) has responded to the Chinese Government’s aspiration to provid...
Hunter high achievers take out local awards
Three Hunter apprentices achieved top honours at the 2017 HVTC Excellence Awards held at Noah’s on the Beach in Newcastl...
Multicultural Small Business Program
Twenty aspiring businesspeople from 10 different countries have graduated from a small business skills course run by New...
Virtual reality to advance human health
Giving birth has been the foundation of the human race since the start of humanity, but the primal practice is set to be...
Two little words that will lead you to greater business success
As a small to medium business owner, chances are you want to grow your business to achieve your goals and ultimately enj...
Five reasons why smart companies have shareholders agreements
When forming a new company, choosing to put a shareholders agreement in place is a smart business strategy.
How to get clarity on your planning priorities
Knowing where to focus can be one of the biggest challenges in running your own business.
Cash indeed is king, but bookkeeping is the queen!
As business owners, you will be familiar with the saying Cash is King.
Six simple steps to a better business
Local accountants and business advisory firm, PKF, believe that a change of focus can help business owners improve busin...
Don’t sit down until the pain goes
If you have concerns about your posture, or are experiencing back pain, neck pain or headaches, you are not alone.
Inter-disciplinary GPs added local health care team
There is a new wave of healthcare that is starting to gain significant attraction all over the world - integrated health...
A lunch time walk is good for you in more ways than one
Everybody knows that going for a walk at lunch is a great way to gain some much needed exercise especially if you work i...
New business alliance formed to help workplace posture
Recently Dr James Cobb of Total Balance Chiropractic and Paul Wildschut of Experienced Office Furniture joined forces in...
UON engineers a solution to mining waste
The University of Newcastle (UON) has attracted $1 million in funding to test a new technology that will boost efficienc...
Resources for Regions program
Applications for funding from the Resources for Regions program are open to mining communities in local government areas...
First-year mining apprentices celebrated
The bright futures of 27 young apprentices were celebrated at the TAFE NSW 2017 Mining Skills Final Presentation evening...
New gas pipeline to Newcastle MoU signed
Hunter Gas Pipeline and Jemena have reached a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for Jemena to build and operate a $500 m...
May 2017
Newcastle Light Rail goes wire free
Newcastle is set to be the only city in Australia with a majority wire free light rail system.
Home-grown national law firm recognised
Locally founded law firm, Nexus Law Group, has been named a ‘Business of Tomorrow’ in the Westpac Businesses of Tomorrow...
One step closer to direct international flights at Newcastle Airport
Direct international flights to and from Newcastle Airport are a step closer with work beginning the first week in May 2...
Local innovator revs up program to launch in North America
Necessity was the driver for one Hunter businesswoman’s innovation that has disrupted the automotive after-market indust...
$45 million hotel and residential development for Honeysuckle
The Hunter Development Corporation (HDC) has announced a new $45 million four-star hotel and residential development wil...
Retail leasing – Changes to legislation in NSW
The Retail Leases Amendment (Review) Act 2017 No. 2 (NSW) (the Act) was assented to on 1 March 2017 and significantly am...
Leadership to lead, not just maintain
Any business, whether you are a startup, scale up or mature, needs the right leadership team to set you up for success.
Think before you move
This month, Raine & Horne Commercial Newcastle took the momentous decision to move offices for the first time in 10 year...
Lake Macquarie Transport Interchange focus
Lake Macquarie Transport Interchange: A transformational infrastructure project for the Hunter
Make the most of the $20k tax incentive before it is too late!
As a small business owner, if your business turns over under $2 million dollars are year, you can claim immediate deduct...
Cloud in the field boosts efficiency
A decision by Lake Macquarie City Council in New South Wales to prioritise putting tablet technology in the hands of its...
Get to know Telstra Business Centre
Telstra Business Centre Newcastle prides itself on helping customers improve the ways in which they live and work throu...
Locally developed sales system expanded
Kotara-based Inzant produces business software solutions designed to save time, increase revenue and cut costly spending...
Getting social in business
I had a conversation with a business owner recently about social media and how they used it in their business.
10 tips to improve your sales performance
In Australia the good sales professional has to move faster every day.
How to create the perfect PR and marketing campaign
Brand reputation and exposure is paramount in the success of any business.
Information visualisation: why infographics work
An infographic is defined as a visual representation of information or data.
How small businesses can do social like the big companies around the world
Time, resources and funds are often hurdles between marketing success and small businesses.
Just google it
Search engines such as Google have become a large part of all our lives.
April 2017
Supercars fast tracks city upgrades
Newcastle City Council will undertake a comprehensive public works program in the city's east end to be completed in tim...
Final stage in steelworks remediation underway
With the final phase of remediation at the former BHP steelworks site at Mayfield now underway, the Hunter Development C...
Defence manufacturer to move into Williamtown Aerospace Centre
An innovative Tier 2/Tier 3 Defence manufacturer has announced it will establish its NSW Operations Business hub at the ...
2017 Hunter Manufacturing Awards officially open
Entries for the 2017 Hunter Manufacturing Awards were officially opened on 5 April at the premises of the 2016 Manufactu...
Entries open for Lake Macquarie business awards
The entries are now open for the 2017 Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Awards and close on 22 May.
Technology focussed dry cleaners overcome disability and become eco warriors
A husband and wife business team has overcome a battle with cancer to emerge as eco warriors in their industry
Apprentices enter Mining Skills Program
With the solid position of the Hunter’s mining industry, local employers have given 28 apprentices the opportunity to ki...
Five things to consider when choosing a business structure
Choosing an appropriate business structure is extremely important when investing, optimising taxation and protecting you...
Four red flags that your SME needs some help
More than 60% of small businesses fail within the first three years of starting up.
Decoding Real Estate Speak
Read almost anything about the real estate market and at some point you may find yourself scratching your head, thinking...
New service launched by First National Newcastle
George Rafty, the Principal and real estate agent of First National Newcastle City is now launching property management.
Superannuation: Make it part of your wealth creation plan
When it comes to superannuation most discussion centres around changes to the laws and the popularity of self-managed su...
First steps to building wealth
For most people, cash comes in – in the form of your take-home pay.
Navigating the new super rules
From 1 July 2017 the superannuation landscape changes once again.
Back to basics – your super obligations
Superannuation can be a complex and confusing topic – which is not ideal for busy, time-poor people who want to focus on...
Your superannuation checklist before June 30
The new superannuation legislation makes it critical to check that your super is structured correctly before 30 June.
Is a self-managed super fund right for you?
Self-managed super funds (SMSFs) have become increasingly popular in recent years as they provide a wide range of benefi...
WHS showcased at Hunter Safety Awards
Local family owned and operated business, Mainstream Industries, were crowned the winners of the ‘gold’ safety helmet tr...
WHS Business of the Year
Mainstream Industries Pty Ltd scooped the top award at the 2017 Hunter Safety Awards.
Drugs and alcohol in the workplace
It will come as no surprise to any employer that the impact of alcohol and drugs in the workplace is considerable.
Creating a real buzz around innovation
A few years ago, there was talk about laying the Hunter Innovation Festival to rest.
Newcastle Tech and Startups
The Hunter Innovation Festival (HIF) is back again this year celebrating 10 years of innovative practice and iteration.
HunterHackFest
Got an appetite for hands-on innovation? On 19 -20 May 2 017, Laughing Mind will be running the opening event of Hunter ...
Newcastle welcomes global leader in innovation and engagement
The University of Newcastle (UON) has appointed the institution’s inaugural Pro Vice-Chancellor Industry Engagement and ...
Regional Incubator set to help drive local innovation
A collaborative regional project developing a “virtual innovation incubator” for the Hunter region is being established.
Funding innovation
Located in Newcastle, Hunter Angels Pty Ltd was established in 2009 and comprises 26 angel investors who invest in early...
Engineering-tech rearing to go
It is fair to say that information technology has dominated the news clips when it comes to technical innovation, with d...
The Rippler Effect registrations open
Registrations are now open for the next intake of The Rippler Effect innovation program, commencing in June.
An update on innovation in the Hunter
With the Hunter Innovation Festival starting, it is timely to reflect on how Hunter-based start-ups, innovators and entr...
The Future is The Internet of Things
The Internet of Things (IoT) is set to impact all our lives. The economic scale is staggering - Gartner predicts a $USD ...
Smart IP for a smart city
It’s set to be an exciting year for innovation in Newcastle.
Local innovation companies join forces
Local Hunter region businesses Tributech and Laughing Mind are merging their Atlassian support services into a new joint...
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